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The 2020 U.S. Presidential Race: A Cheat Sheet
John Delaney’s presidential campaign never took off, but his intuition about the appetite for a moderate Democrat proved right.
Historic vote on nuclear waste underway in Bruce County, Ont.
Plans to build Canada’s first permanent home to nuclear waste are being decided by a local First Nations band Friday.
Uzbekistan celebrated 28th Day of Defender of Motherland in Islamabad
Islamabad, Pakistan: Uzbekistan Embassy in Islamabad celebrated 28th Day of Defender of Motherland (Armed Forces Day) here at a local hotel which was attended by members of Diplomatic Corp of Islamabad, senior civil and military officials, journalists and academia. The event was hosted by the Ambassador of Uzbekistan in Islamabad Furkat Sidikov and Defence Attaché Lt Col Sadullah Tashmatov and was coloured by performances of Uzbek Military troupe and Uzbek performers. This was a unique and colourful event in Diplomatic Corp Islamabad observed in recent past. Since Uzbekistan gives a special status of friendship to Pakistan therefore Uzbek performers also sung Pakistani songs, sending a message to Pakistan that how much they love Pakistan and wish to be a part of Pakistani society. “This was unique event not like other we usually attend in Diplomatic Corp because it represented beautiful society of Uzbek people and their psychological linkage to Pakistan. It was an excellent opportunity to enjoy and understand…
Tipperary's Newman Julian says FG is only party to cut tax
People on average incomes 'are not rich'
Turkey's Erdogan hits out at Arab 'treason' over Trump Mideast plan
Some Arab countries that support such a plan commit treason against Jerusalem, says Turkish president
UN fears 'escalation in clashes' after Trump's Mideast plan
US plan,seen as heavily biased towards Israel, is angrily rejected by Palestinians
UN resolutions on Kashmir termed key to finding solution
Kashmir committee chairman says India’s negative measures in IOK would have a global impact
Pakistan mulls deal with Turkey on dual nationality
Interior Minister retired Brig Ijaz Shah says a draft is under consideration
Pakistani student placed in isolation after returning from virus-hit Wuhan
Student to stay in hospital for 14 days, fluid sample sent to Islamabad for tests
US envoy Khalilzad discusses ongoing Afghan peace process with army chief
Matters of mutual interest, including regional security discussed during the meeting
Bilawal urges MQM-P to reconsider alliance with ‘failing’ PTI govt
PPP chairman says his party is ready to work with MQM-P to solve Karachi’s issues despite ideological differences
India again delays hanging of Delhi rapists
Victim's mother says her 'hopes are dashed' but she would continue to fight for justice
Union Budget 2020: How, When and Where To Watch Live Streaming Of Union Budget
Union Budget 2020: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present Budget 2020 in Parliament on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Businesses see promising India-UK ties ahead after Brexit
Brexit: Leading trade organisations and Indian entrepreneurs in Britain see this as an exciting time for the India-UK trade and economic partnership to be taken to a new level
Coronavirus to hit Galaxy S20 accessories supply chain
Seoul - The deadly Coronavirus outbreak that has already killed 213 people in China could lead to delay in the accessories for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 series that are coming out of the country.
Italy declares coronavirus emergency after first two cases confirmed
ROME: Italy declared a six-month state of emergency on Friday over the new coronavirus, allowing the government to cut through red tape quickly if needed, after two Chinese tourists tested positive for the illness in the first cases detected in the country.
East African airlines suspend China flights due to coronavirus
NAIROBI/KIGALI - Kenya Airways and RwandAir said on Friday that they had suspended all flights to and from China until further notice after a virus outbreak killed more than 200 people in China and spread to 18 countries.
QSL: Al Khor snatch point against Al Ahli as Umm Salal hold Al Arabi
Al Khor snatched their second equaliser right at the death to hold Al Ahli to a 2-2 draw in Week 14 of the 2019-20 QNB Stars League at the Al Ahli Stadium yesterday.
Virus rescue flight returns to Korea with 18 showing fever
Eighteen passengers on a chartered flight from virus-stricken Wuhan to South Korea showed signs of fever after landing at Gimpo International Airport and were taken to hospitals for checks.
Chinese planes to bring overseas Wuhan citizens back to virus-hit city
Beijing - China sent two planes to Malaysia and Thailand on Friday to bring "stranded" Hubei province residents back to the virus-stricken city of Wuhan, authorities said.
Helicopter company in Kobe Bryant crash not certified to fly in poor visibility
The charter company whose helicopter crashed and killed basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others on Sunday was not certified to fly in conditions requiring pilots to fly using only cockpit instruments, media reports said.
Australia airport staff threaten strike without virus protection
The union representing security workers at Australia’s biggest airports threatened to strike unless members are given equipment to guard against the new coronavirus.
10-year-old St Ann boy drowns in pond
The St Ann Police are investigating the circumstances that led to the drowning of 10-year-old Rojaun Brown in Water Valley in the parish on Wednesday.
Woman accused of stealing Nyyear Frank charged
The woman accused of stealing baby Nyyear Frank has been charged with child stealing and is to appear before the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court next Wednesday. Twenty-one-year-old Anniesha Ramsay was charged yesterday by the police following a...
ViacomCBS Names George Cheeks to Replace Joe Ianniello as Head of CBS
Cheeks, who most recently worked at NBCUniversal but previously was at Viacom, starts in late March.
Nintendo says it has no plans to launch a new Switch model in 2020
Nintendo president and CEO Shuntaro Furukawa has shot down rumours that an upgraded 'Switch Pro' will release this year.
EU Court Says It Cannot Rule On Slovenia-Croatia Border Row
The European Union’s top court announced Friday that it cannot rule on a decades old border dispute between member countries Slovenia and Croatia because the row falls under international law and not EU law.
Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum Written Update For January 30, 2020 | Sonakshi Is Shocked
'Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum' is a popular Hindi show which aires on Monday to Friday on Star Plus. Here is a written update for January 30, 2020. Read ahead to know
Northern Colorado Breezes To 83-67 Victory Over Idaho State
Jonah Radebaugh tossed in 22 points and Trent Harris scored 21 on seven 3-pointers to propel Northern Colorado to an 83-67 victory over Idaho State on Thursday night.
Ex-panchayat Prez, Son Held For Falsehood On Cow Slaughter At Gaushala In UP's Shamli
A former panchayat president and his son were arrested for giving false information regarding slaughtering of cows at a private shelter in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli district, police said.
Delhi Election 2020 Live: BJP releases manifesto, promises 10 lakh jobs and a host of freebies to citizens
BJP Manifesto 2020, Delhi Assembly Election 2020 Live Updates: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday released its manifesto for February 8 Assembly elections in Delhi.
Marvel Studios Has Reportedly Met With Emily Blunt
An alleged meeting between Emily Blunt and Marvel Studios in 2018 has opened speculation as to who she could play in Phase Four.
Benchmark names Gregg Fracassa General Manager for Snow King Resort, Jackson, Wyoming
THE WOODLANDS (HOUSTON), TEXAS - Benchmark, a global hospitality company, has appointed Gregg Fracassa general manager for Snow King Resort, a Benchmark Resorts & Hotels property located in Jackson, Wyoming. Greg Champion, Benchmark’s president and COO, made the announcement. "It is a pleasure to welcome Gregg to Benchmark and to Snow King,” said Mr. Champion. “He brings great depth of leadership and operational experience to the property and an important understanding of maximizing the attributes of a resort hotel and its
Microsoft to block crapware downloads in its Edge browser
Annoying apps with ads, notification spam, or crypto miners are getting blocked
Universal coronavirus treatments could help treat this outbreak — and the next one
Coronavirus outbreaks could happen regularly, and scientists want to prepare to fight them all
Man accused of making thousands of racist robocalls faces $13 million fine
One campaign attempted to spread hatred after a murder.
Carlos Maza is back on YouTube and ready to fight
Carlos Maza is moving to YouTube full-time to hold the platform and the world accountable
DRC: Dozens killed in overnight rebel attack, Beni region
At least 36 people were killed during an overnight attack in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC’s) Beni region on Tuesday. Suspected Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels carried out a series of raids on four villages in Beni on Tuesday Read More
EXCLUSIVE: China Mac Explains Why He Never Joined the Crips or Bloods in Prison
In this clip, China Mac explained why he decided against joining a gang while in prison and said that he believes it's a sign of strength to hold y...
EXCLUSIVE: John Salley: Kobe Told Me Vanessa was "The One" on His Rap Music Video Set
In this clip, John Salley opened up about becoming more aware of time on earth being limited after the passing of his mother and his former teammat...
EXCLUSIVE: John Alite Doesn't Consider Himself a Serial Killer, He Killed with a Purpose
In this clip, John Alite spoke about the number of people he shot being exaggerated in court, and he also denied claims that he is a serial killer....
FBI Probes Use of Israeli Cyberattack Firm NSO's Spyware Against Americans
Investigators aim to show how involved the company has been in specific hacks, some allegedly targeting U.S. or foreign government officials, sources say
I Went for a Run and Saw Settlers Took Over a Spring Near a Palestinian Village
My love for morning runs led me to Ein Qinya, a small, beautiful village bordering Ramallah and hemmed in by the Israeli settlement of Dolev. I found out that the settlers have taken over one of the springs that Ein Qinya is known for, and is located on lands belonging to a Palestinian family ■ Post #5
Appeals Court Tells Serial Litigant Runescape Didn't Violate His Constitutional Rights By Muting His Account
Last summer, a federal court tossed a lawsuit by Amro Elansari brought against the makers of Runescape for muting his account. Elansari...
Milan-based Supermercato24 raises €11 million to expand its e-grocery marketplace in Europe
Italian startup Supermercato24 has today announced raising €11 million to expand its e-grocery marketplace in its homecountry, as well as in Poland where it also has an office, and the rest of Europe.
Saudi Runaway: behind a suspenseful and courageous documentary
In an audacious new film, a young woman secretly documents her preparations for escape from an arranged marriage on her smartphone
'Why does everyone want to divide us?': EU presidents bid adieu to the UK – video
EU parliament president David Sassoli asks if British citizens were given enough information about Brexit
Welsh Tories ordered to lift suspension of assembly member
Judge finds in favour of Nick Ramsay, who was suspended after being arrested and released
Trump's foreign policy is cynical and self-interested. His 'peace plan' is no exception
The plan is a giant middle finger to the Palestinian people, and a way for Trump – and Netanyahu – to distract voters from domestic political problems
Great expectations: art's struggle to depict pregnancy
From the Virgin Mary to Demi Moore, art history swells with iconic mums-to-be. But can a single image ever do justice to such a head-scrambling state of flux – especially one made by a man?
Wayne Pivac placing emphasis on attack for Wales’ Six Nations opener
Wayne Pivac takes charge of his first Six Nations game with Wales, the champions, likely to adopt an attacking approach against Italy
David Cameron has made £1.6m since Brexit vote in 2016
Former prime minister’s company accounts are made public on UK’s final day in EU
Coronavirus outbreak: Britons fly out of Wuhan as death toll passes 200
Flight carrying 83 British people and 27 foreign nationals will land in the UK on Friday as US tells citizens ‘don’t go to China’
Seth Meyers: 'Today’s Republican party is an authoritarian movement'
Late-night hosts unpack the impeachment trial, from Dershowitz’s ‘national interest’ to McConnell’s refusal to call for witnesses
'I knew this day would come,' says David Cameron as Britain leaves EU – video
The former prime minister said that Britain ‘can make a success’ of Brexit on the day the country is set to leave the European Union
Sudan accused of failing men who say they were duped into working in Libya
Families protest amid claims men who went to work in UAE were given military training and then sent to Libya to guard oil fields
Blackpool council to fund children’s services by cutting up to 75 jobs
Council tax to rise by maximum 4% as local authority tries to address social care failings
Starmer’s vision of a federal country
Letters: Christopher Rainger says a federal Britain can resolve the anomalous status of Northern Ireland and reduce the pressure for Scotland to break away. Peter J Diggle thinks Starmer’s plan does not go far enough
Nicola Sturgeon: independence best for Scotland post-Brexit - video
Scotland's first minister urges supporters of Scottish independence to build and win the political case for it rather than rushing to hold a referendum
Ofsted staff to wear body cameras to visit suspected illegal schools
Inspectors to trial use in England in effort to shut down more unregistered venues
Sen. Lamar Alexander's Democratic colleagues are 'disappointed' with his no-witnesses vote, see a silver lining
Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) announced Thursday night that he will vote against calling new witnesses in President Trump's impeachment trial, but he also said Trump's actions were "inappropriate." His decision means there will likely be at most 50 votes for witnesses, and since few people think Chief Justice John Roberts would break a tie, Trump's trial is expected to come to a swift end. Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) told CNN's Anderson Cooper he's "very disappointed" in Alexander's decision, though it appears the GOP senator "essentially said that the House case has been proven but it doesn't rise to the level of impeachment." Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) told CNN's Chris Cuomo that he's also "deeply disappointed" in Alexander's decision to allow "the first impeachment trial in history that has no witnesses at all, and it's hard to imagine that this is a fair trial under those circumstances." On the other hand, he said, it's "refreshing to hear somebody on the other side describe it as inappropriate." Democratic…
Bolton reportedly writes Trump asked him to help pressure Ukraine in May meeting with Cipollone
Former National Security Adviser John Bolton has even more bombshells to offer in his upcoming book. Not long before President Trump's Senate impeachment trial was set to resume Friday, The New York Times reported that in Bolton's book, he alleges Trump in May 2019 directed him to help with a Ukraine pressure campaign. This would have been two months before Trump's infamous phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, during which he pushed for investigations into former Vice President Joe Biden and his son. Bolton reportedly writes that during an Oval Office meeting also attended by Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney, Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, and White House counsel Pat Cipollone, Trump told him "to call Volodymyr Zelensky, who had recently won election as president of Ukraine, to ensure Mr. Zelensky would meet with Mr. Giuliani, who was planning a trip to Ukraine to discuss the investigations that the president sought." Bolton writes he did not end up making the call. The…
Trump's impeachment trial might not wrap up today after all
Thought President Trump's impeachment trial was hours away from wrapping up? Think again. The Senate on Friday morning seemed headed toward acquitting Trump as soon as this evening, but The Washington Post is now reporting the impeachment trial is looking like it might actually last into next week, possibly not ending until as late as next Wednesday. According to the Post, the Senate may "take up a new procedural resolution laying out rules for the trial's endgame — which could include time for closing arguments, private deliberations and public speeches by senators." If the trial ends up lasting until Wednesday, this would mean Trump would have not yet been acquitted by the time he delivers his State of the Union address, which is scheduled for Tuesday. It also means the trial wouldn't be over in time for Monday's Iowa caucuses, much to the chagrin of Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.). Politico's Jake Sherman is reporting the same, writing that the trial going…
John Delaney drops out of the 2020 race
The first Democrat to enter the 2020 race is getting out. Former Maryland Rep. John Delaney announced Friday he's ending his campaign for president, saying he's doing so as not to hurt other moderate candidates in Iowa. "It's clear to me on Monday, on caucus night, I will not have sufficient support to get to the 15 percent viability threshold ... but my support is sufficient enough to take from other, more moderate candidates, and I just don't want to do that," Delaney told CNN's New Day. Delaney, who The Washington Post notes became the first Democrat to enter the 2020 race by announcing his candidacy all the way back in 2017, went on to urge Democrats to nominate a candidate "who's running in the center." Asked on CNN Friday who his supporters should caucus for, Delaney named three while noting he's not endorsing anyone: former Vice President Joe Biden, Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), and former South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg. Notably, Delaney didn't name Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) or Elizabeth…
Trump is reportedly set to relax U.S. ban on land mines
President Trump will announce as early as Friday that he will undo restrictions on using or acquiring land mines enacted by former President Barack Obama in 2014, two U.S. officials tell Reuters. Obama had moved to stop all U.S. production and acquisition of anti-personnel mines, including to replace degraded stockpiles. The U.S. is not among the more than 160 signatories to the 1997 Mine Ban Treaty, but it adheres to many of its provisions and prohibits the use of anti-personnel mines outside of the Korean peninsula, Reuters says. "The resumption of the use of anti-personnel land mines and continued stockpiling and production of these indiscriminate weapons is militarily unnecessary and dangerous," said Daryl Kimball at the Arms Control Association. The U.S. hasn't used land mines since a single anti-personnel mine in Afghanistan in 2002, Kimball's group says, and the last time the U.S. military used mines in any significant way was in the 1991 Gulf War. Peter Weber
Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel find creative ways to hear John Bolton's testimony
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is confident he has the votes to block any witnesses from testifying in President Trump's impeachment trial, "but here's the thing: 75 percent of Americans support calling witnesses in this trial," Stephen Colbert said on Thursday's Late Show. The would-be star witness is former National Security Adviser John Bolton, whose forthcoming book reportedly details a first-hand account of Trump saying he was withholding $400 million in Ukraine military aid to force investigations of Democratic rivals — "a shocking revelation of something we've all known for months," Colbert said. Still, if he did testify, nobody knows what Bolton would even say, Colbert noted, so he had him (or at least Dana Carvey in a fake mustache) on "via live satellite" to ask. Carvey's Bolton had a lot to say, very energetically. Yes, "Capt. Cover-up Mitch McConnell is hoping to have it all wrapped up by tomorrow," after having "done everything he can to kill this," Jimmy Kimmel said on Kimmel Live.…
Govt dropped initial plan on GSTAT set-up, proposal flagged, shows RTI
Madras High Court had LATER declared bench composition unconstitutional due to non-inclusion of even a single judicial member; No appeal filed yet
Citizen suffers as wilful defaults take toll on welfare schemes: Eco Survey
According to the Survey, promoters at the helm of defaulting firms pledge almost 50 per cent of their shareholding to lenders on average
Pvt sector share in National Infra Pipeline to hit 30% by 2025: Eco Survey
Two-thirds of the pipeline is already firmed up; projects of certain states likely to be added to in due course
Delhi polls: BJP releases manifesto, promises to invest Rs 10K cr in infra
The manifesto said if it forms the government, the party will give wheat flour to the poor at Rs 2 per kg.
Delhi court revives Aircel-Maxis matter against Chidambaram, Karti
Additional Solicitor General Sanjay Jain, appearing for the agencies sought time to file the report, which was allowed
Vedanta Q3 PBT at Rs 3,806 cr, up 9.4% on lower costs, exceptional gain
Sales down 10% to Rs 21,126 cr mainly due to lower commodity prices, muted volumes in zinc, oil & gas and copper
Notable turnaround in mineral production due to policy reforms: Survey
The production of major minerals during 2018-19 has recorded a growth of 25 per cent over previous year in terms of value, it said
Space sector can hit $50 bn by 2024, needs policy support: Antrix-PwC study
Calls for unhindered access to capital for start-ups, govt support in the form of buyback arrangements or schemes to incentivise investors
President Kovind makes pitch for swadeshi to build 'a better tomorrow'
Protests in parliament against CAA, NRC mar his address
Air India flight with Indians from Wuhan to leave for home on Saturday
While Friday's flight is scheduled to take mostly those stranded in Wuhan, Saturday's flight is expected to take those held up in Hubei province
Greece convenes National Council of Public Health after Coronavirus global emergency
Greek City Times Article
Subway vandalism reported on day of anti-police, fare protests in New York City
Demonstrators have planned a day of action Friday to protest the MTA's plan to add 500 new police officers to the New York City subway system.
Police: Dad ‘made up’ home invasion after 4-year-old son shot himself in Philadelphia home
A father who claimed his 4-year-old son was killed in a home invasion robbery has now been charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Taapsee Pannu: ‘Thappad Is A Tight Slap To Kabir Singh? No Way! Do We Make Films To Slap One Another?’- EXCLUSIVE
Taapsee Pannu’s fitting reply to those who think that her upcoming film Thappad is a counter to Shahid Kapoor-Kiara Advani’s Kabir Singh
Sonakshi Sinha Rides A Bullet To Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Show ‘What Women Want’; Leaves Mumbai Streets In Frenzy
In a video shared on social media today, Sonakshi Sinha who recently learned how to ride a motorbike is spotted riding a bullet to Kareena Kapoor Khan’s show ‘What Women Want’. Sonakshi ditches her luxurious car ride and looks dapper as she leaves the streets of Mumbai in a frenzy
'Sarthak is out for the season', Jorge Costa sheds light on defender's injury after victory against NorthEast United FC | ISL 2019-20
Costa also talked about how proud he was of his boys who stood up to be counted against NorthEast United FC.
Can Alyx pull VR out of its niche? | Opinion
Half-Life: Alyx is driving headset sales before it's even released -- but it's going to take a lot more to make VR into a viable market for AAA games
Taipei Game Show postponed in response to coronavirus outbreak
With 320,000 people set to attend, organisers take action to avoid "unthinkable risks" of cluster infection
Review: Journey To The Savage Planet is one small step for man, one fun leap for mankind.
Journey To The Savage Planet is a short but sweet and fun romp across a shallow pond, not to be taken seriously but to be enjoyed without thinking about it.
European Union passes resolution to force common charger for smartphones
Recently we reported that Apple may be forced to ship iPhones with USB-C port in the European Union. As we expected, EU parliament this week voted 582-40 in favor of a resolution to urge action by the European Commission on a common charging solution for smartphones. The parliament has asked the Commission to ensure that …
Can Weights Get You Better Abs? An Expert Says Yes — Here's How to Use Them the Right Way
Intensify your ab workouts and see results by adding weights — the right way. Here's how an expert says to do it.
‘Bold And The Beautiful’ Spoilers For Monday: Liam Blasts Wyatt For Leaving Sally For Felon Flo
The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Monday, January 31 reveal that Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) is not half as sure of himself as he purports himself to be. In fact, when it comes to his love ...
Samsung launches AI-powered Washing Machine and Dryer
Samsung Electronics on Wednesday unveiled a new washing machine and dryer featuring artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The AI-powered device is built to offer more “effective ways” for consumers to do their laundry. It is also believed to accelerate Samsung’s drive to attain leadership of the market over arch-rival LG Electronics. The device dubbed Grande AI …
France Agrees to End Airbus Corruption Probe in $4B Deal
A French court has approved an agreement with Airbus that would see the planemaker pay up to $4 billion to end years of corruption investigations by three countries.
Pasteurized Camembert? French Cheesemakers Vote ‘Non’
A battle over the future of camembert, one of France's most emblematic cheeses, came to a head Friday after producers voted against allowing pasteurized versions of the venerable raw-milk pucks.
Law Firm Dumps Maduro Official After Outcry
A U.S. law firm that was hired for $12.5 million by a top official in Nicolás Maduro's government has decided to dump the controversial Venezuelan client amid an outcry by critics who accused it of carrying water for a socialist "dictator."
Demi Lovato Admits She Didn’t Know If She’d Return To Music After OD: ‘It Was A Scary Time’
Demi Lovato has made a triumphant return to the stage, but admitted she wasn't sure if she would ever return to music after her overdose.
Tommie Lee Challenges Wendy Williams To ‘Roast Session’ After She Disses Her On Show
Tommie Lee and Wendy Williams are in quite a public fight after Wendy dissed Tommie over Rob Kardashian dating rumors.
Reporters Without Borders calls on Congress to renew ABS-CBN franchise
RSF urges House committee on legislative franchises chair Franz Alvarez to 'resist the pressure from the President’s office' and put the franchise's renewal on the Congress' agenda
IN PHOTOS: After PH confirms first case, schools on alert against coronavirus
To reduce the risk of possible infection, schools in Metro Manila, Rizal and Davao take precautionary measures inside the campus
In Talisay, desperate residents beg on the street for money, water
Talisay Mayor Gerry Natanauan says the municipal government cannot just stop the people from begging, as it is an 'opportunity' calamity victims tend to resort to
Woman using wheelchair killed in Mississauga hit-and-run, police say
A female using a wheelchair was struck and killed in Mississauga Friday morning by a vehicle that did not remain at the scene, Peel Regional Police confirm.
Manitoba government to end controversial practice of birth alerts in April
The Manitoba government is ending a controversial practice that allowed hospitals to flag new mothers to child welfare agencies.
Hillary Tweets ‘No One Is Above the Law’ Then Refuses To Accept Lawsuit Against Her
Uses secret service agents to deny process server
‘Private Messages of Support’ Are ‘White Supremacy,’ Says Social Justice Activist
Race2Dinner co-hostess makes stunning tweets
Friday Trump Acquittal Eyed After Lamar Alexander Says ‘No’ To Witnesses; Collins Roasted Over ‘Yes’ Vote
Expect Democrats and their MSM amplifiers to cry foul over the 'rigged farce' while parroting distributed talking points
What Does It Mean to Have a Serious Drinking Problem?
Alcohol was my stress reducer, my reality fighter, the conferrer of artificial joys. It was also wreaking havoc on my life.
Phone Hacks Can Happen to Anyone. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.
Start by knowing what could expose you to an attack, like vacation clues, hotel Wi-Fi and inadequate verification procedures.
‘Sesame Street’ Is Opening Up to Syrian Refugees
What happens when the people who invented educational television try to reinvent humanitarian aid?
Former Actress Testifies in Graphic Detail How Weinstein Raped Her
Jessica Mann told a jury that Harvey Weinstein blocked her from leaving a room and forced her to undress: “I was very angry inside and very scared.”
What transfer deadline day deals are Sunderland aiming to complete?
Sunderland have already seen one player depart on deadline day, but what other deals could happen today
See flames shoot into the air after early hours 'explosion' and car fire on Sunderland street
The fire is now being investigated by police after emergency services were sent to the scene in the early hours of Friday
Northumberland's apprentices aren’t making tea, they’re making history
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Northumberland County Council is highlighting the value of apprenticeships
Pressure mounts to ban 'dangerous' US preacher who called being gay 'an abomination' from Newcastle
American evangelical preacher Franklin Graham is set to speak at the Utilita Arena as part of a tour of the UK to address "falling morality" in the country
2019 Manila traffic is second worst worldwide
TomTom Traffic Index 2019 says Manila is second only to Indian city for traffic congestion
US soldiers hurt in Iran missile strike up to 64: Pentagon
The number of US troops injured by an Iranian missile strike in Iraq this month has risen to 64, according to new figures released by the Pentagon. US President Donald Trump had initially said no
Delhi court delays Nirbhaya convicts execution scheduled on Feb 1 till further notice
A day before the re-scheduled date of hanging, a Delhi court on Friday deferred the execution of four convicts in the 2012 gang rape and murder case of Nirbhaya, till further orders. It noted that
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam rejects calls to close border despite coronavirus fears
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam rejected calls from a medical union on Friday to close the border with mainland China to contain the spread of the new coronavirus, and urged health staff not to go through with a threatened strike.
Injured Jamia student discharged from AIIMS
Jamia Millia student Shahdab Farooq, who suffered injuries after a man fired a pistol at a group of anti-CAA protesters outside the university, was discharged from AIIMS on Friday morning. Al-Ameen,
New Zealand win toss, elect to field against India in 4th T20I
New Zealand stand-in skipper Tim Southee won the toss and elected to field against India in the fourth T20 International at Sky Stadium here on Friday.
WHO declares global virus emergency as death toll hits 213
The United States told its citizens not to travel to China in the first major response to the World Health Organization's declaration of a global emergency over the spreading coronavirus, as Chinese authorities Friday increased the toll to 213 dead and nearly 10,000 infections.
Bidar CAA play row: Police arrests headmistress, child's mother
The New Town Police on Thursday night arrested the headmistress of a primary school of the Shaheen Education Society and the mother of a child who staged a controversial drama during the annual day
Injured Kane Williamson out of 4th T20 against India
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has been ruled out of Friday's fourth T20 International against India here owing to a shoulder injury. Pacer Tim Southee will lead the Black Caps in his absence.
CAA fulfilled wishes of Mahatma Gandhi, says Prez Kovind
President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday hailed the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act as "historic" in his address to joint sitting of both houses of Parliament, prompting protests by some opposition members.
BSY meets Shah, says talks on Cabinet expansion today
Talks between Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and former BJP national president and Home Minister Amit Shah to finalise the Cabinet expansion will be held on Friday morning. The chief minister, who
India snatch another super over T20 victory against New Zealand
India snatched the fourth Twenty20 against New Zealand on Friday after yet another super over was needed to separate the two sides after the scores were tied following the regulation 20 overs. New
3 terrorists killed in shootout on highway in J&K
Traffic has been suspended on the highway while authorities also ordered the closure of all schools today in Udhampur district as a precautionary measure.
Manish Pandey takes India to 165/8 in fourth T20
Manish Pandey led India's recovery with an unbeaten 50 off 36 balls, taking the visitors to 165 for eight against New Zealand in the fourth T20 International here on Friday. Put into bat, India were
Delhi polls: BJP promises wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg, clean drinking water to every households
The BJP on Friday released 'Delhi Sankalp Patra', its manifesto for Delhi Assembly polls, promising good quality wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg for the poor and supply of clean drinking water to every
Delhi Police ask for 45 documents for opening restaurant, only 19 for a gun: Economic Survey
Delhi Police ask for as many as 45 documents before giving its clearance for opening an eatery in the national capital as gainst only 19 to buy a gun, the Economic Survey said on Friday while making a case for doing away with unnecessary controls.
Erdogan threatens 'military force' against Syria
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hit out Friday at the Damascus regime's "cruelty", warning Turkey was prepared to use "military force" again in Syria.
Homeopathic drug ‘Arsenicum album 30’ can't prevent Coronavirus infection, as claimed by AYUSH ministry
Coronavirus is the latest pandemic that has emerged from Wuhan, China and has spread to 16 countries including Thailand, France, Philippines, USA, Australia and India. Over 170 people have died and
Titans S2
After striking out on his own, Batman's former partner Dick Grayson encounters a number of troubled young heroes in desperate need of a mentor.
Zombies Overrun a Town in This Exclusive Excerpt from Deathless Divide
Justina Ireland's sequel to 'Dread Nation' finds Jane and her companions on a journey across a divided America.
3 armed robbers sentenced to death by hanging for the 2016 Osun Bank robbery
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Iraqi cleric condemns use of force, 11 protesters wounded
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Former UFC fighter Desmond Green jailed after alleged violations of pretrial release conditions
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Trump rails against Democratic rivals ahead of Iowa caucuses
U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at his top Democratic presidential rivals Thursday, taking his fight to the first-in-the-nation caucus state of Iowa and the crucial battleground state of Michigan.
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Palestinians protest Trump plan, Gaza militants fire rockets
Palestinians held demonstrations across the region Friday to protest President Donald Trump's Middle East initiative, while militants in the Gaza Strip fired rockets and mortar rounds at Israel, drawing retaliatory strikes.
Russian government suspends troubled athletics federation
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Israel launched airstrikes on militant targets in the Gaza Strip shortly after Palestinians fired three rockets into Israel, two of which were intercepted, the military said Friday.
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Indian police rescue 23 children, kill alleged captor
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Facebook says it's working to limit the spread of misinformation and potentially harmful content about the coronavirus as bogus claims about the ongoing outbreak circulate online.
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Lil Wayne Held a 24-Second Moment of Silence for Kobe Bryant on New Funeral Album
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European Parliament group fires British staffers in post-Brexit ‘restructuring’
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EC appoints special police observer ahead of Delhi Assembly elections
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UN Security Council urges immediate end to fighting in Yemen
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Karnataka police arrest headmistress, parent for anti-CAA play by kids
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Erdogan threatens ‘military force’ against Syria
ANKARA, Jan 31 — President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hit out today at the Damascus regime’s “cruelty”, warning Turkey was prepared to use “military force” again in Syria. “We will not allow the regime’s cruelty towards its own people, with attacks and causing bloodshed,” Erdogan said....
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Hangings of Delhi bus gang-rapists postponed
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Malaysia plans tougher penalties for illegal loggers in forest law reform
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EU court says no jurisdiction over Slovenia, Croatia border row
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Muhyiddin warns PPBM leaders to stay away from money politics or risk election being nullified
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Pressure mounts on Iraq to choose PM as cleric calls for new protests
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Wuhan virus outbreak: First infected Singaporean among three new cases, bringing tally to 16
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Travellers beat China virus lockdown via bridge over the Yangtze
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Pompeo visits Ukraine as Trump impeachment trial advances
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Iran says new US sanctions will have ‘no effect’
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Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission
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Swedish health authority says woman is confirmed to have coronavirus
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UN agency fears ‘escalation in clashes’ after Trump plan
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The senior adviser to Silk Road operator Ross Ulbricht had pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute narcotics in a Manhattan Federal Court.
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Joshua King is reportedly on Manchester United’s radar, but Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe wants to keep the striker.
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Joe Biden's (D) lead over President Trump in a general election matchup has "essentially vanished," January's IBD/TIPP poll found.
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John Bolton said Trump officials who testified in the House impeachment investigation should be free to speak out without "retribution."
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Nigel Farage: Brexit Party Ready to Hold Boris To Account on Brexit
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Honolulu police arrested a 21-year-old man after he allegedly stabbed his 39-year-old father in Pearl City Thursday night.
China locked down 50 million people and has to keep them fed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
BEIJING >> Carrying permits demanding “fast passage,” truck drivers rushed a 560-ton shipment of disinfectant from eastern China to Wuhan, the locked-down city of 11 million people at the center of a vast effort to contain a new viral disease.
Woman who says Trump raped her seeks his DNA | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
NEW YORK >> Lawyers for a woman who accuses President Donald Trump of raping her in the 1990s are asking for a DNA sample, seeking to determine whether his genetic material is on a dress she says she wore during the encounter.
American Airlines pilots sue to halt flights to China | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
DALLAS >>The pilots’ union at American Airlines sued today to stop the carrier from flying to China and told members not to operate flights there because of the spreading coronavirus outbreak.
Crowds line the streets to mark end of watch for fallen Honolulu police officer Tiffany Enriquez | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Officers from all over the country gathered to form a “thin blue line” around fallen Honolulu police officer Tiffany-Victoria B. Enriquez, whose funeral service and end of watch ceremony were today.
Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
HARTFORD, Conn. >> A man charged with murdering his missing wife amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.
Love Islanders to vote against each other ahead of dumping
Tensions between Luke M and Mike Boateng will come to a head.
Children’s deaths have left shroud of darkness over community, mourners told
Conor, Darragh and Carla McGinley have been laid to rest in Co Dublin.
Each will fight for their interests, says EC president on ’emotional’ Brexit day
Ursula von der Leyen described it as ‘a very emotional day’.
Delayed police break-up costing force millions, report claims
West Mercia Police’s failure to break its alliance with Warwickshire is costing the force “£6million to £8million” a year, according to a commissioner’s report.
Weinstein rape accuser tells trial she tried to fight off his advances in hotel
The woman alleges Weinstein raped her in his New York City hotel room in March 2013 after injecting himself with medicine to induce an erection.
Lucrative speaking circuit helps David Cameron bank £836,000 profit in a year
Former prime minister Theresa May also earned close to £400,000 in the month of December alone through speaking engagements.
Bolton Wanderers interested in Shrewsbury Town defender Omar Beckles
League One strugglers Bolton Wanderers are interested in a possible deadline day move for Shrewsbury Town defender Omar Beckles.
King deal is out of my hands – Howe
The Cherries are reported to have already rejected one approach.
Thiem ready to take on the ‘king’ again
Thiem defeated Alexander Zverev to set up a final against Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open.
Last year Stander joked about Doris taking his number eight jersey for Ireland
Former Ireland Under-20 captain Doris is poised to make his international debut against Scotland.
Increased funding to help schools reorganisation
Increased funding will “stabilise” Powys County Council's creaking schools and education service to allow it to go through a reorganisation, councillors have been told.
Stuart Hogg confident Scotland can cause a Six Nations upset in Dublin
Full-back Hogg will captain his country at the Aviva Stadium bidding to end a losing streak dating back to 2010.
Safety groups calls for restriction on SUVs around towns and cities
European Transport Safety Council says that larger vehicles should be banned in order to protect pedestrians.
One arrested after drugs raid in Oswestry
Police arrested one person after a drugs find in Oswestry.
Dita Von Teese: I often felt like I was preyed upon as a teenager
The Queen of Burlesque said it was ‘important’ women felt free to talk about their experiences.
Irish border communities ‘struggling to get mortgages due to Brexit’
Border Communities Against Brexit activists took their campaign for better public representation to Stormont on Friday afternoon.
Airbus £830m settlement over UK bribery prosecution approved by High Court
The figure is the largest ever for a Deferred Prosecution Agreement and amounts to more than all previous similar settlements combined.
'Fly-tipping epidemic': Telford councillor to call for waste collection charges to be scrapped
Charges for bulky waste collection in Telford should be scrapped in an effort to address a fly-tipping "epidemic", a councillor has said.
Labour leadership contender Starmer makes freedom of movement pledge
Sir Keir Starmer called for an end to divisions, saying ‘Leave/Remain ends tonight’.
Shropshire maternity services 'on par or better' than other trusts in England, according to new survey
Maternity services at the Shropshire NHS trust at the centre of an inquiry into baby deaths are on par or better than other trusts in England, according to a survey of more than 150 women.
Man exposes himself to woman in Telford
A man exposed himself to a woman walking through an area of Telford.
Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties
Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.
Nissan calls for clarity over post-Brexit trade deal
Businesses are likely to face significant changes in the way they trade, says chambers of commerce.
Sanders surges into dead heat with Biden in nationwide poll
Presidential hopeful Sen.
Sanders vows to treat disability rights as 'civil rights' under new plan
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Three ways the end of the impeachment trial could play out
Friday will be a make-or-break moment in President Trump’s impeachment trial as Republicans try to bring the proceedings to a close.
Watch live: Day 10 of Trump impeachment trial
The Senate will convene Friday for another day of President Trump’s impeachment trial as Republicans try to bring the proceedings to a close. Senators are set to vote on whether to call new witnesses
McConnell challenger McGrath endorses Biden
Amy McGrath, a 2020 Democratic challenger for Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's (R-Ky.) seat, on Friday endorsed former Vice President Joe Biden's presidential bid.
Bolton says Trump told him to set up Giuliani meeting in Ukraine: report
President Trump urged former national security adviser John Bolton last May to put Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in contact with Rudy Giuliani, according to a
In Kyiv, Pompeo emphasizes support for Ukraine
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Friday reaffirmed the U.S.'s support for Ukraine as the country's top diplomat visited Kyiv and met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky,
Schumer pressures Roberts to cast witnesses vote in case of tie
Senate Democratic Leader Charles Schumer (N.Y.) on Friday ratcheted up pressure on Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to break a possible tie vote on a motion to consider subpoenas of
Delaney ends White House bid
Former Maryland Rep. John Delaney (D) dropped out of the Democratic presidential primary on Friday, just days before Monday's Iowa caucuses.
Trump seizes on viral clip of Nadler giving final answer over Schiff
President Trump on Friday seized on a viral clip of House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.), who appeared to catch impeachment manager colleague Rep.
3 main US airlines suspend flights between US and China over coronavirus
Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and United Airlines
Bloomberg lands Utah's lone Democratic rep as sixth congressional endorsement
Democratic presidential hopeful Mike Bloomberg on Friday scored his sixth congressional endorsement, this one from Rep. Ben McAdams, Utah's only Democratic member of Congress.
Trump to sign executive order combating human trafficking
President Trump will sign an executive order on Friday meant to combat human trafficking and online child exploitation, including by adding a new position at the White House to focus on the issue.
Romney to vote in favor of impeachment witnesses
Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) will vote on Friday to allow additional witnesses and documents in President Trump's impeachment trial.
Senators signal impeachment trial could spill over into next week
Senators and Trump administration officials are signaling the impeachment trial could spill over into next week.
Biden's low-key campaign has Iowa backers worried
WAUKEE, Iowa — Former Vice President Joe Biden has opened a final sprint toward the Iowa caucuses, returning to his greatest strength: voter perception that he is most able to beat President
The Hill's Morning Report — Senators expected to acquit Trump; witness push falls short
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. TGIF! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch.
Senate moves to impeachment endgame
The Senate is moving into the final phase of President Trump’s impeachment trial, but senators expect a drawn-out floor fight before final votes on two articles of impeachment either late Friday or
Ballarat police prosecutor appeals prison sentence for family violence offences
A former Ballarat police officer has won an appeal for family violence offences in 2018.
Worst things you should never say to a parent of a special needs’ child
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Esther Passaris causes an uproar after referring to God as ‘Her’
You are worse than churches!
Mwalimu Rachel in Court for assaulting Miracle Baby’s friend
Accused of squeezing balls of an upcoming artiste
Trump acquittal 'meaningless' without witnesses: top Senate Democrat
US President Donald Trump's expected acquittal in his impeachment trial will be a hollow victory if the trial does not call any witnesses, top Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer said Friday.
Thousands on virus lockdown at China-backed plant in Indonesia
More than 40,000 workers at a vast Chinese-controlled industrial complex in Indonesia have been quarantined over fears about the spread of a deadly coronavirus strain which has killed more than 200 people in China, it said Friday.
Businessman linked to Sarkozy aide charged in Libya funding probe
A businessman at the heart of an inquiry into alleged Libyan financing of French ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy's 2007 election campaign was charged Friday with bribery, judicial sources said.
Guardiola talks up Mourinho ahead of Spurs v Man City clash
Pep Guardiola says his great rival Jose Mourinho should not be judged solely on his recent record as the two managers prepare to go head-to-head again on Sunday.
Nintendo Shares Plummet After Mixed Earnings, Plans for New Switch Axed
Nintendo was down nearly 5% after it reported earnings, and the worst is likely yet to come.
Huawei Malaysia’s first smartphone in 2020! | ICYMI #261
On today’s episode, we’ve got quite a few things to talk about. Huawei is set to launch is its first smartphone in Malaysia for 2020, while we’re also going to help you be the first to know about the Samsung Galaxy S20 launch. And the Wuhan coronavirus has taken down Google’s offices. Meanwhile, if you’re interested to find out about Huawei Malaysia’s first smartphone of 2020, we’re going to talk about the Huawei Nova 7i.
When The Music’s Over: Why Rock Music Needs To Do More To Support Its Artists
One day you’re on top of the world and feeling indestructible. The next, you’re on the scrapheap and lost. But what happens to rock stars who fall on hard times? Addiction and mental health issues are rife, but in an industry slowly waking up to its duty of are there is hope and outlets for support…
How To Choose A Portable Air Conditioner
During Australia's particularly hotter months, those living without air conditioning can't just rely on a cold change to sweep through before bedtime, making broken sleep in hot muggy bedrooms annoyingly regular....
Chinese human trafficking accused owe us millions - labour department
Seven Chinese citizens accused of human trafficking and kidnapping allegedly owe the Department of Employment and Labour more than R7m, and the department wants them to face additional charges.
Kenyan patient admitted to hospital does not have coronavirus, government says
A Kenyan student who was admitted to a hospital in Nairobi after returning from China with flu-like symptoms, tests negative for the coronavirus, the Kenyan government says.
15-year sentence for cop who killed TUT student Katlego Monareng
A police officer who shot and killed Tshwane University of Technology student Katlego Monareng during a protest in 2018 has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.
US pilots, cabin crew demand China flights halt on virus fears
US airlines cut hundreds of flights to China and State Department advises people not to travel there due to outbreak.
In boost for Trump, key Republican senator opposes calling witnesses
A key Republican senator has said that he would oppose calling new witnesses at Donald Trump's impeachment trial, paving the way for the possible acquittal.
President appoints Nompilo Kholeka Gcaleka Deputy Public Protector
Advocate Nompilo Kholeka Gcaleka has been appointed the Deputy Public Protector for a period of seven years from February 1, 2020.
Sisters tried to poison mom days before allegedly killing her for life insurance money - report
Two sisters from Mpumalanga allegedly attempted to poison their 62-year-old mother a few days before she was killed and raped, reportedly to collect an R80 000 life insurance payout.
Dead man lies on an empty street at China's virus ground zero
A grey-haired man wearing a face mask lies dead on the pavement at ground zero of China's virus epidemic, a plastic shopping bag in one hand.
Woman arrested for allegedly hiring hitmen to kill her husband for R50 000
A 49-year-old woman has been arrested at her Polokwane home for allegedly conspiring to have her husband killed.
Man asks State to withdraw charges against his wife who is accused of his attempted murder, court hears
A Durban man has asked prosecutors to withdraw charges against his wife, who is accused of his attempted murder along with three other women. But the prosecution has refused to do so.
Newspaper review for Friday, January 31: Buhari ignores call to sack service chiefs
Nigeria's security is rapidly deteriorating and the pressure is on President Buhari to fire his service chiefs. This is the focus of the country's major newspapers published on Friday, January 31.
Bruno Fernandes claims Ronaldo's success at United inspired him to join club
Bruno Fernandes has finally joined Man United and he revealed his international teammate Cristiano Ronaldo inspired his move to Old Trafford. The 25-year-old signed a five-and-half years for a fee believed to be around £68million.
Danish aid worker marks 4 years since the rescue of child branded a witch in Akwa Ibom
A Danish aid worker, Anja Ringgren Lovén, has made it her business to rescue needy children. The young woman went viral years ago after she rescued a child who was abandoned by his parents in Akwa Ibom as they called him a witch.
Edo 2020: Ex-PDP gov candidate reportedly set to challenge Obaseki for APC ticket
Governor Obaseki's 2020 re-election bid may witness a strong challenge as Pastor Ize-Iyamu, who recently defected from the PDP, is allegedly set to contest the APC ticket.
Microbiologist Afolabi explains why she declined job with great benefits
A Nigerian lady has taken to social media to recount how she turned down a great job offer. Identified as Opeyemi Afolabi, she revealed it was due to the fact that she was attracted to the boss who was her friend.
2023 presidency: PDP mulls merger, perfects other strategies to unseat APC
The PDP said it has started strategising ahead of the 2023 general elections to unseat the APC. Uche Secondus, the party's national chairman, said the party is ready for a merger to strengthen it to defeat the APC.
Zlatan Ibile trolls Wizkid, compares his height to Aki and Pawpaw
Nigerian singer, Zlatan Ibile, recently took to social media to troll Wizkid. In a recent Insta story post, he compared Wizkid's height to that of actor, Chinedu Ikedieze and his companion, Osita Iheme.
Rebecca Brown: Woman gets donor, becomes mother of baby girl without husband through IVF
Rebecca Brown, a 39-year-old single mum and nurse, has become a parent after she funded an IVF treatment from £1million (N474,389,200) family lottery money.
Gunmen allegedly in government vehicle attack former attorney-general in Benin city
A former attorney-general and commissioner for justice in Edo, Barrister Henry Idahagbon, has narrated how he escaped death as he was attacked by gunmen.
Coronavirus: US airline suspends flights to China
Following the devastating spread of the airborne disease, Coronavirus, a United States (US)'s airlines, Delta, has suspends flights bound to China.
Fintiri lauds military for fighting insurgency headlong
The governor while speaking during his visit to troops of the 144 Battalion of the Nigerian Army base in Madagali, said the military has restored peace and tranquillity in the region.
Man lampooned for begging to be introduced to 14-year-old girl
A Nigerian Twitter user has been accused of being a paedophile after allegedly seeking to be introduced to a 14-year-old student. Several internet users blasted the man.
Aisha Buhari meets Patience Jonathan as late Maryam Babangida is celebrated
An exciting moment was captured in a set of photographs showing the moments Aisha, wife of President Muhammadu Buhari, and Patience, wife of past leader of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, met at event to celebrate Maryam Babangida.
We will hold Obaseki, IGP responsible if Oshiomhole is killed - Edo lawmakers-elect
The 14 lawmakers-elect who are loyal to Adams Oshiomhole have accused the state governor, Godwin Obaseki, of recruiting a killer squad whose mission is to kill the APC national chairman.
Nigerians react to claims Bishop Oyedepo was denied US visa
Bishop Oyedepo reportedly created a scene at the US Embassy after he was denied visa. The pastor reportedly tried to make calls but was told that calls are not allowed in the vicinity.
Breaking my 'silence' on Ihedioha's Supreme Court’s abracadabra by Bola Bolawole
The imbroglio caused by the recent Supreme Court judgement on the governorship election in Imo state has refused to wane as many Nigerians have spoken out against it.
Daily Blender Tip - Copy Rotation from one object to another
Jan van den Hemel writes: What if you want to copy the rotation of one object to another object? You will need to use the Copy Attributes add-on, which comes with Blender by default. This short video shows you how to use it. https://youtu.be/f7zF1pjpc74
Clashes in diamond hub shed light on C.Africa’s ethnic tensions
Bloodletting along ethnic lines in a key diamond town has highlighted the problems facing the Central African Republic in its struggle to dampen militia violence.
US warns against China travel, as virus death toll hits 213
The United States told its citizens to avoid China after the World Health Organization declared a global coronavirus emergency, as the Chinese death toll rose Friday to 213 and total infections surpassed the SARS epidemic of two decades ago.
Democrats court Iowans ahead of vote, some stuck in Trump trial
Democratic presidential candidates like Joe Biden are traversing Iowa Friday, days before an all-important vote launches the party's nomination contest. But three high-profile hopefuls are unprecedentedly absent, tethered to Donald Trump's impeachment trial as rivals court undecided voters.
R40 000 theft couple arrested
A Bulawayo couple has appeared in court after they allegedly stole R40 000 from a house where the woman had been hired to do laundry.
No end in sight to Kangai estate wrangle
Hearing in the disputed estate of late national hero Kumbirai Kangai did not commence yesterday after one of the lawyers failed to turn up.
Coronavirus disruption could spread to Apple's Indian manufacturing base
A report has suggested that disruption to Apple's supply chain caused by the coronavirus outbreak could extend beyond China to Apple's India manufacturing base, in part due to its reliance on China for parts.
Here are the best DIY home security systems to keep threats out
Keep threats outside and your family safe inside with a trustworthy home security system. Here are our top picks that range from very simple to extravagant coverage.
Popular twin-stick shooter JoyJoy is now available via GameClub
You remember JoyJoy, right? It was an amazing twin-stick shooter back in the day. And now it's back thanks to GameClub.
Trump acquittal near with Senate likely to deny witnesses today
The decision late Thursday by Senator Lamar Alexander of Tennessee, a Republican who had been considered a potential supporter of testimony, to vote against new evidence largely dashed Democrats hopes of prevailing.
The Coronavirus outbreak is a product of China’s food safety, healthcare and politics
You’re not supposed to kick someone who is already down. Under the current dire circumstances, however, mainland Chinese authorities, who have been left so helplessly supine by a lethal new coronavirus tearing its way through their country, nevertheless deserve a swift, hard kick in the haunches. Nearly two decades after SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome), […]
Trump acquittal now likely Wednesday
Senate nixes testimony from witnesses
Arlington, Snohomish could see serious flooding this weekend
Officials are urging Snohomish County residents to plan ahead — and not to drive on flooded roads.
US Defends Fourth Rise In Casualty Count After Military Base Attack
The disclosed number of injured personnel has progressively risen from zero to 64, since the strike on Al Asad air base earlier this month.
Farrukhabad: India police kill hostage-taker, wife beaten to death
After the hostage-taker was killed in a shootout in north India, neighbours beat his wife to death.
African Star's Barca Deal Falls Through
Despite having already booked his flight to join FC Barcelona, an African star saw his move to the Catalan giants sensationally fall through at the last minute on Thursday.
Bernie's back and Democrats are scared
Trump built his presidency through a hostile takeover of the Republican Party. Can Bernie Sanders do the same thing to Democrats? Iowans are about to find out.
Submarine jobs poised to go west
The Morrison government is leaning towards sending ASC's submarine maintenance blue collar jobs to Perth, risking its relationship with key senator Rex Patrick.
We are with Europe, but not of it
The scale of Boris Johnson's task to heal Britain after Brexit is matched only by the size of his gargantuan ego.
Delta, American, and Several Other Airlines Worldwide Suspend Flights To and From China Amid Coronavirus Fears
Delta Air Lines and American Airlines said on Friday that they will suspend all U.S.-China flights for at least several weeks due to the coronavirus outbreak. Delta on Friday said its China service suspension will begin Feb. 6 and last through April 30, but it will continue to operate the service un...
Microsoft is offering up to $20,000 to researchers who find bugs in Xbox
Microsoft is handing out up to $20,000 to security researchers who can unearth vulnerabilities in Xbox.
Police: Dad ‘made up’ home invasion after 4-year-old son shot himself in Philadelphia home
A father who claimed his 4-year-old son was killed in a home invasion robbery has now been charged with involuntary manslaughter because the boy apparently shot himself with a gun he found in the Philadelphia home.
Sanctuary policy ban clears Kentucky Senate committee
A Republican-backed bill to ban sanctuary policies by most public agencies in Kentucky has advanced.
Police: Naked man in tree charged in Union County homicide
One man is behind bars after police say they found a body at a home in Union County.
Sen. Alexander says he will vote against calling witnesses in impeachment trial
Senator Lamar Alexander announced he will vote 'no' on a motion to call witnesses in the President Trump impeachment trial.
Tenn. judge says he's sorry for 'regular white man' comment
A white Tennessee judge has apologized after saying in open court that he was “going to work like a regular white man” and not “a slave.”
Police: 2 arrested after attempt to breach Mar-a-Lago security
Authorities say officers fired shots at a vehicle that breached security at President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida.
John Delaney withdraws from 2020 presidential race
John Delaney, a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination, has withdrawn from the race, he said Friday.
Countries tighten China travel curbs as official admits mishandling virus outbreak
People in China have so far directed their anger at local officials in Wuhan and Hubei, but the crisis could pose a challenge to President Xi Jinping.
Husband ‘asks State to withdraw charges against wife’ accused of his attempted murder
Sandra Govender, 53, and three other women face charges of attempted murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
Bongo case postponed but Mahumapelo drops bombshell statement
Mahumapelo says there are those who mobilise people to make sure that some people are arrested, in order to resolve political challenges that are within the movement.
Kobe Bryant: Helicopter company not certified to fly in foggy weather
The Island Express Helicopters, the charter company whose helicopter crashed and killed basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven
Ondo: Navy declares 36 suspects wanted over kidnapping, killings
The Forward Operating Base (FOB) of Nigerian Navy in Igbokoda, Ondo State, has declared wanted a man, Iwatan Bamitale, and his 35-member gan
Airbus agrees to pay 3.6 billion euros to settle corruption probes
Airbus is set to pay a massive 3.6 billion euros ($4 billion) in fines to Britain, France and the US to settle corruption inquiries sparked..
Anambra reschedules cancelled Nkpor auto spare parts market poll
President of ASMATA, Chief Ikechukwu Ekwegbalu, notified the traders to prepare for the election on Thursday, February 6.
Senate probes NNPC over $396m spent on refineries’ maintenance
The Senate on Thursday resolved to probe the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) over the sum of $396 million expended on..
Group hails Okowa for hosting NEXIM bank forum
President of Delta Progressives, Mr Ogagaoghene Otikpo, has commended Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa for hosting the ongoing South-South Enlightenment
PDP to Presidency: Don’t politicise Nigerians’ security concerns
PDP has advised the Presidency not to politicise or trivialise demands by Nigerians for the resignation of its government.
Insecurity: Buhari must bring in fresh hands ―Tanko Yakassi
Founding member of the Arewa Consultative Forum and Kano politician, Alhaji Tanko Yakassi, has counselled President Buhari.
Women don’t have to have kids or get married — Actress, Toni Tones
Nollywood actress, Toni Tones wants people to understand that women don't have to have kids or get married to be regarded as successful...
Coronavirus: NIDO Coordinator urges Nigerians to heed FG, Chinese authorities’ advice
Coordinator of Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation, NIDO, in Guandong Province, China, Mr. Festus Mbisiogu, has urged Nigerians to heed the
Snooker: China Open postponed due to coronavirus outbreak
The China Open snooker tournament became the latest sporting event to fall victim to the coronavirus outbreak on Friday after global...
Conviction Allegation: Chikogu hails Omo-Agege over court ruling
United States-based philanthropist and entrepreneur has congratulated Senator Ovie Omo-Agege on a court ruling
SUBEB warns teachers against lowering education standard
Member representing Delta South Senatorial District in SUBEB, Mr. Paul Kurugbe has charged teachers in the state to shun unprofessional
Edo 2020: Scores injured as Idahagbon is attacked
Attack is due to in-fighting says Obaseki’s aide By Ozioruva Aliu – Benin City Barely 48 hours after Governor Godwin Obaseki threatened to expel Comrade Adams Oshiomhole from the All Progressives Congress (APC) where he also instructed local government area chairmen of the APC to deal with anybody going contrary “the way we know howRead More
Granting Amnesty To Boko Haram Kingpins Wicked – SMBLF
Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum, SMBLF, on Friday, kicked against the proposed plan by the Federal Government to release and grant Boko Haram
EFCC releases Shehu Sani after perfecting bail conditions
EFCC has released Senator Shehu Sani, a former lawmaker who represented Kaduna central senatorial district in the National Assembly.
Mischievous people twisting Buhari’s comments on insecurity ― Presidency
Presidency yesterday lamented over what it described as mischievous twisting of President Muhammadu Buhari's comments
The Sardauna of our era
IT was the former American President, Abraham Lincoln, who said in one of his famous quotes: “Things may come to those who wait, but
PDP pledges to defend Nigeria democracy, institutions
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has assured Nigerians that it would continue to protect and defend democracy and its institutions.
Actress Bimbo Akinsanya reveals reasons behind short-lived marriage
Popular Nollywood Actress, Abimbola Akinsanya, has disclosed what led to her leaving her marriage early, inspite of her three month- old ba
Kwara police launch manhunt for ATM thieves
The Kwara Police Command has launched a manhunt for suspected thieves said to be behind acts of vandalism on Automated Teller Machi
CORONAVIRUS: NIDO Coordinator urges Nigerians to heed FG, Chinese authorities’ advice
Coordinator of Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation, NIDO, in Guandong Province, China, Mr. Festus Mbisiogu, has urged Nigerians to heed the advice of the Federal Government against travelling to China, saying it is in the interest of all.
OAU undergraduate bags 4-month jail term over $150 cyber crime
Justice Patricia Ajoku of a Federal High Court in Ibadan, on Friday sentenced Ezekiel Orimolade, an undergraduate student at the Obafemi Aw
Chinese residents face jail if they slam country’s coronavirus response
Speaking ill of Beijing’s response to the deadly coronavirus outbreak could land China residents in jail. WeChat, the Chinese social-media
FG strengthens response plan to stop importation of coronavirus
FG says it has strengthened its preparedness and action plan in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to stop coronavirus from...
Delta kingdom loses 115 years old monarch
OLEH - ODIO-OLOGBO of Irri Kingdom, Isoko South Local Government Area, Delta State, HRM Joshua Aghagba, Amathovo I
First scenes from strategic town captured by Syrian military in southern Aleppo: video
BEIRUT, LEBANN (1:30 P.M.) – The Syrian military captured the strategic town of Khan Touman in southern Aleppo this week after a fierce battle against the jihadist rebels of Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS). READ ALSO: Syrian military attempts o capture town in southern Aleppo Led by the 30th Division of the Republican Guard, the Syrian military managed to capture Khan Touman after three-days of battle against the jihadist forces in southern Aleppo. Following its capture, the jihadist rebels briefly took the town back after launching a heavy counter-attack; however, they were unable to hold and later forced to withdraw from the area. Union News was able to capture some of the first scenes from the newly captured town after the complete withdrawal of jihadist forces (video below).
Syrian Army captures 2 towns in Idlib amid push to Saraqib
BEIRUT, LEBANON (5:00 P.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) has captured more ground in the Idlib Governorate after advancing north from the key city of Ma’arat Al-Nu’man. READ ALSO: Syrian Army is 13km away from 2 strategic cities in Idlib Backed by Russian airstrikes, the Syrian Arab Army’s 25th Special Mission Forces Division (formerly Tiger Forces) began their attack on Friday by storming the town of Tal Debes in eastern Idlib. According to a new field report, the Syrian Army captured Tal Debes and neighboring town after a brief battle with the jihadist rebels of Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) and their Turkish-backed allies. In addition to this advance, the Syrian Arab Army is reportedly trying to make a push at another another axis in eastern Idlib.
Breaking: Syrian Army captures town near Turkish military post
BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:00 P.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) has captured another town in the Idlib countryside after advancing further west of Ma’arat Al-Nu’man. READ ALSO: Syrian Army captures several areas in Idlib in past 48 hours Led by the 25th Special Mission Forces Division (formerly Tiger Forces), the Syrian Arab Army captured the town of Hish after a short battle with the jihadist rebels of Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) this afternoon. The town of Hish is important because of its location near the Turkish military’s observation post in the Ma’arat Al-Nu’man countryside. With Hish under their control, the Syrian Arab Army will likely attempt to push towards the strategic city of Ariha, which was captured by Jaysh Al-Fateh during their 2015 offensive in the Idlib Governorate.
Turkish-backed militants head to west Aleppo to reinforce jihadists
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:00 P.M.) – The Turkish-backed militants from the so-called “Syrian National Army” (SNA) sent reinforcements to the western countryside of the Aleppo Governorate to help the jihadist forces against the Syrian Arab Army (SAA). READ ALSO: New video of Turkish-backed Syrian militants in Libya According to opposition activists, the SNA reinforcements were redeployed to this area to stop the Syrian Army from advancing into their territories west of the provincial capital. This news comes just a day after Harakat Nouriddeen Al-Zinki sent reinforcements to the same area to help the jihadists that previously expelled their forces from several parts of Aleppo. The Syrian Arab Army began their large-scale offensive in southern and western Aleppo on Sunday, marking the first time since capturing the eastern part of the provincial capital that they have gone on the offensive in this governorate.
Erdogan threatens counter-offensive against Syrian Army in Idlib
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned Friday that Ankara may start a military operation in Idlib if the situation in that troubled region was not immediately resolved. READ ALSO: Syrian Army storms key sector inside southwester Aleppo Speaking in Ankara, Erdogan warned that Turkey would be unable to deal with an influx of Syrian refugees who may try to flee to southern Turkey amid the Syrian Army’s ongoing campaign against terrorist militias in Idlib. “If [the situation] in Idlib does not return to normal, we will proceed with action. We sincerely want stability in Syria. The political process must be implemented quickly and fairly. We will not shy away from doing whatever it takes to achieve this, including using military force,” Erdogan said. According to the Turkish president, the situation in Syria was “as important” to Ankara as the situation inside Turkey’s own borders. Erdogan also accused “those who support the Syrian regime” of being “committed to continuing the crisis in Syria.”
(Video) Superb new angles of Harvey Elliott’s jaw-dropping bicycle kick
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Russia Wants a New Trade Deal with the UK
Russia wants to conclude a new trade agreement with the UK after the country leaves the European Union, said Russian Ambassador to London Andrey Kelin, quoted by BGNES. Russia and the UK must sign agreements in the fields of aviation, transport, trade in nuclear materials, etc.
Dundee head teacher shows ‘very strong leadership’, says glowing school report
A Dundee school has been praised for its “positive culture” and respectful and supportive relationships following an inspection.
Dundee United striker Lawrence Shankland pledges to stay to achieve title-winning goal
Dundee United striker Lawrence Shankland has pledged to stay at Tannadice because he wants to be a title winner.
Trial of Fife woman accused of embezzling almost £6k from architects postponed
The trial of a woman accused of embezzling nearly £6,000 from an award-winning firm of architects was postponed yesterday to allow lawyers to agree a transcript of a police interview.
Angus caravan park lodges lawful use bid for 220 units in latest stage of site saga
Angus caravan park operators have lodged a bid for year-round occupation of hundreds of units there in a move amined at bringing to an end a lengthy legal saga at the popular site.
Bid to capture industry’s action on climate crisis
A new project aims to help the Scottish farming industry accurately record and measure the positive steps it is taking to tackle climate change by sequestering carbon.
Multi-vehicle smash causing traffic delays on M90 in Fife
A multi-vehicle smash caused disruption to traffic on the M90 in Fife. The accident happened on the southbound route, between junctions five and four, at around 5.45pm on Friday. Traffic Scotland said all lanes were restricted for a short time, but all vehicles were moved onto the hard shoulder.
Scottish Natural Heritage launches bid to block beavers from damming Meigle Burn
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is attempting to beat Perthshire beavers at their own game by installing a "water-gate" in the Meigle Burn.
Police believe Invergowrie ‘crime wave’ suspects live in Dundee
Police investigating a so-called “crime wave” in Invergowrie have promised locals they are close to apprehending a group of teenage suspects.
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Travellers make last-gasp bid to stay put at North Esk Park during crunch site visit
Travellers made a last-gasp plea to stay in an unauthorised Mearns encampment during a crunch visit to decide its fate.
Unpaid work for Dundee mum who beat up boyfriend in cheating row
A spurned Dundee girlfriend beat up her cheating partner and smashed up his house after he "gloated" about going home with another woman.
Tim Southee continues to suffer in Super Overs despite his vast experience
Tim Southee was standing in as skipper for the injured Kane Williamson in the fourth T20I but failed to change New Zealand's fortunes as they lost in the Super Over for the 2nd time in a row against India on Friday.
Nagrota Encounter: Pulwama suicide bomber's cousin amongst 3 arrested while security forces kill 3 terrorists
The man who was driving the three terrorists is a cousin of the suicide bomber who killed 40 CRPF personnel in a deadly attack last year in Pulwama.
Modi also my PM, Pakistan cannot interfere in our elections: Kejriwal defends PM against Pak minister's attack
In a reply to Fawad Hussain's remarks in which the Pakistani minister ridiculed PM Modi, Kejriwal has said Narendra Modi is India's Prime Minister and also his Prime Minister.
BJP planning big disturbance at Shaheen Bagh, Jamia Millia Islamia on February 2: AAP
The AAP claimed that the BJP is planning a "big disturbance" on February 2 in Delhi's Shaheen Bagh and Jamia Millia Islamia, where anti-CAA protests are underway and urged the Election Commission to take cognisance.
Delhi court postpones hanging of Nirbhaya rapists: Case chronology
On January 31, 2020, SC dismissed plea filed by Pawan seeking review of its order rejecting his juvenility claim. Delhi court postponed execution of their black warrants till further order.
Jawaani Jaaneman Movie Review: It takes an Alaya F to help Saif Ali Khan come of age
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Formal employment rises from 17.9% to 22.8% in 6 years: Economic Survey
Economic Survey: A rise in share of formal employment indicates that more people are getting regular jobs and being employed in the organised sector.
FIR against BJP leader Dilip Ghosh over his 'lucky to have escaped' remark against woman protester
A student of Sanskrit University, faced the ire of Ghosh and his partymen on Thursday when she stood next to a BJP rally, holding aloft 'No CAA, No NRC' poster.
Jamia firing: Shooter sent to preventive custody for 14 days
Police have moved Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) for bone ossification test to verify the age of the accused.
Waiting for India to come to Pakistan and play a series: Shahid Afridi
T20 World Cup-winning former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi said he is looking forward to seeing India tour Pakistan for a bilateral cricket series.
Delhi Polls 2020: BJP promises clean water, cheap wheat flour, jobs in its manifesto
Manoj Tiwari said that if BJP forms the next government in Delhi then people will get clean water in their taps and the dependency on water tankers will become zero.
DTA tweaks IT contracting rules to help government get on with agile
Changes also put supplier performance under the spotlight.
Wall Street opens in red as coronavirus headlines continue to dominate
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USD/CHF drops below 0.9700 as markets remain risk-averse
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Chinese envoy to UN: Confirmed coronavirus cases in China at 9,809 with 213 deaths
The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in China stands at 9.809 with a death toll of 213, China's Permanent Representative to the UN, Zhang J
USD/JPY pares early gains, turns flat below 109 ahead of US data
The USD/JPY pair struggles to make a meaningful recovery on Friday as investors continue to stay close to safe-haven assets such as the JPY amid heigh
Former Assam Police ADGP (SB) Pallav Bhattacharya appointed as New APSC Chairman
Former Additional Director General of Police (ADGP-SB) Pallav Bhattacharya (IPS) has been named by the Government as the new Chairman
Kejriwal slams Pak Minister for mocking Modi; says Pak “biggest sponsors of terrorism”
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal slammed Pakistani Minister, Chaudhary Fawad Hussain for making objectionable comments on Prime Minister Modi.
Erdogan hits out at some Arab countries' 'treason' over Trump plan
Says Turkey may launch a military operation in Idlib if the situation in the region is not resolved immediately.
'Saaf Bath' initiative to set up portable public toilets catering especially to women
During the first phase of the project by February 2020, portable public toilets will be set up in Lahore and Karachi.
Pakistan halts flights to and from China as death toll from coronavirus rises
"We are suspending flights to China until February 2," says additional secretary of aviation.
Police identify victim of fatal hit-and-run crash in Hialeah
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Weston man charged with illegal drone flight over Super Bowl festivities in Miami Beach
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Florida man charged with illegal Super Bowl drone flight
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Hanse-Himarwa appeal ruling on Monday
-A ruling in respect of former Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, Katrina Hanse-Himarwa’s application to be allowed leave to appeal against her conviction in the Supreme Court, will be made public in the High Court on Monday.
Thousands on virus lockdown at China-backed plant in Indonesia
More than 40,000 workers at a vast Chinese-controlled industrial complex in Indonesia have been quarantined over fears about the spread of a deadly coronavirus strain which has killed more than 200 people in China, it said Friday.
Cheers and tears in UK as Brexit day finally dawns
Brexit supporters gathered outside parliament on Friday to cheer Britain's departure from the European Union following three years of epic political drama -- but for others there were only tears.
Argentina's debts, poverty on menu as Pope welcomes leader
Pope Francis on Friday received Argentina's new President Alberto Fernandez to the Vatican with his compatriot keen to address poverty and Buenos Aires' debts during private talks.
Hangings of Delhi bus gang-rapists postponed
The hanging of four men scheduled for Saturday for a notorious gang-rape and murder on a Delhi bus in 2012 has been postponed
Pakistan halts China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
Pakistan on Friday temporarily suspended all direct flights with China, after a global health emergency was declared over the coronavirus epidemic which has killed more than 200 people.
Myanmar sends back China plane after coronavirus scare
Myanmar on Friday sent a plane back to China with most passengers still on board -- including French and American citizens —- after one man suspected of contracting the coronavirus was taken to hospital.
Israel tightens security after Trump plan but prayers pass calmly
Israel stepped up security in Jerusalem's Old City Friday after US President Donald Trump enraged Palestinians with his controversial peace plan, but weekly prayers at the flashpoint Al-Aqsa mosque passed off calmly.
Goodbye. Hello: New MEPs join parliament after Brexit
For many in the EU, Brexit is goodbye. But for the MEPs elected to replace the Britons leaving the European Parliament, it is a new beginning.
Senate poised to acquit Trump of impeachment charges
The US Senate appeared poised on Friday to rule out calling witnesses at Donald Trump's impeachment trial, clearing the way for the president to be swiftly acquitted in a decisive victory as he prepares to battle for re-election.
Pompeo vows unwavering US support during delicate Ukraine visit
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Washington's support for Ukraine was unwavering during a delicate visit Friday to the country at the heart of the US impeachment process.
EU turns page on Brexit and moves on to trade talks
A resolute European Union sought Friday to turn the page on Brexit and move on to negotiating a looser, less favourable trading relationship with its departing British partner.
Top Iraq cleric urges elections 'as soon as possible'
Iraq's top Shiite cleric called Friday for parliamentary elections
Third death as protests grow in Chile
A man died of carbon monoxide poisoning after a supermarket was torched in Chile's capital Santiago on Friday, bringing the death toll from a resurgence in violent unrest rose to three.
Italy declares state of emergency over coronavirus
The Italian government declared a state of emergency on Friday to fast-track efforts to prevent the spread of the deadly coronavirus strain after two cases were confirmed in Rome.
Hangings of Delhi bus gang-rapists postponed
The hanging of four men scheduled for Saturday for a notorious gang-rape and murder on a Delhi bus in 2012 has been postponed
Trump acquittal 'meaningless' without witnesses: top Senate Democrat
US President Donald Trump's expected acquittal in his impeachment trial will be a hollow victory if the trial does not call any witnesses, top Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer said Friday.
Post-Brexit talks failure 'existential threat' to Ireland
A failure by Britain and the European Union to reach a post-Brexit trade deal by the end-of-year deadline would pose an
Pompeo Insists There’s ‘No Condition’ For Zelensky To Visit WH But Won’t Say When He Can
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NYT: Trump Asked Bolton To Join Ukraine Pressure Campaign In Early May
President Trump tried to enlist then-national security adviser John Bolton in the Ukraine pressure campaign in early May, according to...
John Delaney Drops Out Democratic Primary Race After Anemic Poll Numbers
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The 5 Most Bonkers Team Trump Arguments
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Creepy video of drones in china scolding those who aren't wearing masks
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You'll never want to use AirBnB again after reading Vice's investigation into all the scams run on travelers
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New Bolton book bombshell: Earlier allegation of Trump in Ukraine pressure campaign
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Landmines are actually good, says Defense Sec as Trump prepares to undo Obama-era landmine ban
The Trump administration is planning to make landmines great again.
Man performs Moonlight Sonata for 61-year-old elephant
Paul Barton (previously at Boing Boing) plays the piano for elephants and has been at it for many years. Here he is performing Beethoven’s Quasi una fantasia, the Moonlight Sonata, for an old…
UPDATED: Airlines canceling China flights over Wuhan coronavirus outbreak
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John Delaney drops out of presidential race
John Delaney, former representative of Maryland’s 6th district, is dropping out of the race to become the Democratic Party’s candidate for president in 2020. “It has been a privil…
Delta, American, and United Cancel All Flights To and From China for Months as Coronavirus Death Toll Hits 213 [Updated]
Delta, American, and United airlines will cancel all flights to and from mainland China as the confirmed death toll from the new coronavirus hits 213 and the number of confirmed cases reaches almost 10,000 worldwide, with over 100,000 more patients under medical observation.
EU Officially Votes to Create a Standard Charging Adapter for Phones Despite Apple's Protests
After a debate that had raged on for more than 10 years, the European Parliament has finally voted in a landslide 582-40 decision to create a standard charging solution for all phones and other small to medium-sized mobile devices.
‘Confront racist symbols’: UC Berkeley Law School abandons namesake over controversial past
The University of California, Berkeley, School of Law removed John Boalt’s name from the campus over his support of the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act.
'Bernie is a Democrat': Biden backtracks on Sanders after questioning his party loyalty
Joe Biden walked back his jab questioning Democratic presidential primary rival Bernie Sanders's loyalty to the party.
Trump to appoint White House official to take on human trafficking
President Trump will appoint a White House domestic policy adviser to focus exclusively on reducing human trafficking, according to a top administration official.
WATCH LIVE: Senate holds vote on witnesses in impeachment trial
The Senate will continue the impeachment trial for President Trump at 1 p.m. EST on Friday. Senators are expected to vote on whether additional witnesses should be invited to deliver testimony.
'Strung along': Fox declines Super Bowl ad on botched abortions
Fox's network has opted not to air an awareness campaign during the Super Bowl featuring people who survived botched abortions.
Mark Levin to Lisa Murkowski: Bolton shouldn't be called because impeachment is unconstitutional
Radio host Mark Levin responded to Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s question of why John Bolton should not be called to testify in President Trump’s Senate impeachment trial, reminding her that her "job is to uphold the Constitution."
Delta and American Airlines suspend all flights to mainland China over coronavirus
Delta and American Airlines are halting all flights to mainland China over concerns of the deadly coronavirus.
Shots fired after driver attempts to ram through gate at Mar-a-Lago
Two people were arrested after driving through security checkpoints at Mar-a-Lago, forcing officials to open fire on the suspects.
New York police warn public after antifa vows to ‘f--- shit up’ on city’s subway
The New York City police union warned the public about a rowdy demonstration promised by antifa against the city’s public transportation police.
Former Maryland congressman John Delaney drops out of 2020 presidential race
John Delaney has ended his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020, more than two-and-a-half years after he became the first to announce his candidacy.
Leak throws Bolton deeper into Ukraine scandal hours before impeachment witness vote
A fresh leak from John Bolton's book came just hours before the Senate is expected to vote against calling witnesses in President Trump's impeachment trial.
Kansas considers requiring ‘In God We Trust’ to be posted in public schools
The state legislature in Kansas is considering a bill that would require all public buildings and schools to post the motto “In God We Trust.”
'Bernie definitely concerns me': Trump supporters take Sanders challenge seriously
DES MOINES, Iowa — Supporters of President Trump don't agree with Bernie Sanders on almost anything, or even like him much, but they see him as a tough general election foe.
‘Sit and wait to die’: Wuhan citizen blasts Chinese response to 'demon' coronavirus
A Chinese citizen living in the epicenter of the deadly coronavirus says the government is not being truthful with people who are "really helpless" to combat the superbug, which has killed more than 200 and infected over 9,000 throughout the country.
‘Russia, if you’re listening’: CNN anchor reacts to GOP senator’s vote against witnesses
CNN anchor John Berman was dismayed by the announcement that Sen. Lamar Alexander would not vote in favor of adding additional witnesses to the Senate impeachment trial.
Karnataka government appoints Praveen Sood as head of police force
Citizen-centric policing is the way forward, says Praveen Sood, IPS, who took charge as the new state police chief replacing Neelmani Raju on Friday.
Samal Island to be Chilika’s new tourism gateway
The Odisha Government has decided to develop Samal Island, a two sq km sandy landmass in Chilika lagoon, as a high-end tourist destination.
Brexit Day: Businesses see promising India-UK ties ahead
Leading trade organisations and Indian entrepreneurs see this as an exciting time for the India-UK trade and economic partnership to be taken to a new level.
Delhi polls: BJP pledges Rs 2/kg wheat flour, potable water to every home
The document was released in presence of Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Prakash Javadekar, Harsh Vardhan, party's Delhi unit president Manoj Tiwari and MPs.
Citizenship Amendment Act fulfilled Gandhiji’s dream: President Ramnath Kovind
Vice President Venkaiah Naidu s also chairing a meeting of floor leaders of Rajya Sabha at his residence on Friday.
Pub owner harasses dancer in Hyderabad
Police received a complaint from the 23 year-old woman, who alleged that Murali Krishna sexually harassed her a few days ago.
'She should thank her stars that she was only heckled': Bengal BJP chief's shocker on woman CAA protestor
Undaunted by the Ghosh's comment, the woman protester who is in her mid-twenties, said she will continue to protest against the 'fascist BJP'.
Jamia shooting: Injured student discharged from AIIMS, police says accused got radicalised on social media
Al-Ameen, a student of Jamia's Mass Communication department and Farooq's friend, said he was discharged from the hospital around 8 am.
Coronavirus: Air India's special flight to depart from Delhi for Wuhan on Friday for evacuation of Indians
The government on Thursday reached out to over 600 Indians living in China's Hubei province, the epicentre of the novel coronavirus outbreak.
CAA 'historic', it has fulfilled Gandhi ji's wish: President Ram Nath Kovind
'The Citizenship Amendment Act is a historic law. It has fulfilled wishes of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi,' he said.
'Three out of four Nirbhaya convicts can be hanged': Tihar authorities to Delhi court
The court had on Thursday issued notice to the jail authorities seeking their response on the plea of the death row convicts in the case, seeking a stay on their executions.
Uttam accuses BJP, RSS of fanning communal hatred
The Congress leader also condemned the BJP’s attempt “to extract political gains out of Mahatma Gandhi while ignoring his ideals and teachings”.
Taiwanese airlines worried about reports of Italian flight ban over coronavirus
CAL has one flight per week to Rome, EVA planning to launch a Milan route in February.Taiwanese airlines were investigating reports Friday (Jan. 31) evening that Italy had banned all flights from China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan amid growing fears of the spread of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
US advises against travel to China; virus declared emergency
US State Department advises against all travel to China on Friday
Rubio calls China's blocking of Taiwanese evacuations from Wuhan 'outrageous'
Senator Marco Rubio says China's refusal to allow Taiwan to evacuate citizens from Wuhan 'outrageous'
7,000 passengers detained on liner in Italy due to false coronavirus alarm
Woman from Macau detected fever when ship paused at Civitavecchia, north-west of Rome
New blood needed to run Portishead Carnival after organisers step down after 20 years
Organisers say the 2020 carnival will be a real Portishead party
Bristol murderer Steven Jones has sentence extended after stabbing fellow inmate in revenge attack
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Airport expansion would be 'life sentence' for local communities say campaigners
Campaigners are urging councillors to go against officers' advice and reject airport expansion plan
Long queues return to banking halls, as customers avoid new ATM withdrawal limits
Customers of various banks now prefer to withdraw cash over the counter in the banking hall to using Automated Teller Machines (ATM).
Scottish bus firm Alexander Dennis to build up to 600 buses for Irish operator
Larbert-based bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis has won a competition to provide as many as 600 hybrid buses for the Republic of Ireland’s National Transport Authority.
Glasgow-based Smart Metering Systems to benefit from smart meter deadline extension
Glasgow-based Smart Metering Systems (SMS) said it now expected its work to be “more evenly spread” after the UK government pushed back the deadline for energy suppliers to install smart meters to 2024.
EU would be 'stupid' to prevent independent Scotland from rejoining, says MEP
A senior MEP has said it would be "stupid" if Scotland was not allowed to "swiftly" rejoin as a member state if it voted for independence in the future.
Burnley could halt Matej Vydra move to Rangers 'unless replacement found'
Burnley could pull the plug on Matej Vydra's move to Rangers if they are unable to find a replacement striker.
Scottish ‘Cyber kiosk’ fears raised in report to the United Nations
An insufficient legal framework to protect people’s rights from new biometric technologies such as facial recognition and “cyber kiosks” and the disproportionate use of strip searching women and children are among concerns about policing, prisons and access to justice raised with the United Nations (UN) in the latest report from the Scottish Human Rights Commission.
It could be up to three years before a coronavirus vaccine is accessible, Canadian scientists say
The team at the International Vaccines facility are in preliminary stages of developing a prototype and say it could be a year before the vaccine is ready to test on humans
Sophie Ecclestone and Heather Knight seal Super Over victory for England
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Online ads still vulnerable to manipulation in US election
Older men in Arkansas might see a close-up photo of President Donald Trump pumping his fist in the air, along with a message asking them to donate $30 to his campaign for a Super Bowl commercial.
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about virus online
Facebook says it's working to limit the spread of misinformation and potentially harmful content about the coronavirus as bogus claims about the ongoing outbreak circulate online.
ViacomCBS names NBC exec to head CBS
ViacomCBS has named George Cheeks as president and CEO of CBS Entertainment group starting March 23.
Hyderabad: Girl’s Father Gets Her Christian Lover To Convert To Islam Then Refuses To Allow The Marriage
A case has come to light where a Christian man named Boballi Bhaskar converted to Islam to be able to marry the love of his life, only to be later denied by her father, reports Time Now Hindi.
Ground Report: ‘The Crowd Planned To Burn All Of Us Alive,’ Says Family Of Dalit Man Charred To Death In MP
The accused were named in the FIR as Chhotu Musalman, Ajju Musalman, Kallu Musalman and Irfan Musalman.
From Orange Vendor To Educationist: The Journey Of Padma Shri Harekala Hajabba
Here’s how an orange vendor became an educationist and was recognised for his service.
‘Divine Retribution Against China For Oppressing Uighur Muslims’: Cleric Calls Coronavirus Allah’s Punishment
An Islamic cleric from India by the name of Ilyas Sharafuddin has claimed that the Coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan is Allah’s punishment against China for persecuting Uighur Muslims, Times Now has reported.
Extradition Trial Of PNB Scam Accused Nirav Modi To Begin From 11 May As UK Court Extends His Custody Till 27 February
Nirav Modi’s extradition trial is scheduled for five days starting 11 May
Finance Ministry Summons Infosys Asking Explanation For Its Inability To Resolve Technical Glitches Galore In GST System
Finance Ministry Summons Infosys Asking Explanation For Its Inability To Resolve Technical Glitches Galore In GSTN
Marrow cells switch jobs to repair injured bones
Scientists thought bone healing was the domain of skeletal stem cells, but another kind of cell steps up after an injury, research in mice shows.
IT teams of EC and Political Parties to meet
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Trump claims Democrats 'want to kill our cows, that means you're next,' in a bizarre attack in Iowa on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Green New Deal, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - President Donald Trump railed against the Green New Deal championed by progressive Democrats — which makes no mention of confiscating livestock.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Nottingham couple could be stuck in China for weeks as flights suspended over coronavirus
They are trying to 'follow the rules' by staying at home, wearing masks and washing their hands.
'That day at Notts County was a special one for me' - Magpies favourite Alan Sheehan leaves Luton Town
Former captain becomes a free agent after departing Kenilworth Road
Kristian Dennis will celebrate if he scores against old club Chesterfield
Magpies forward hoping to start clash against the Spireites
I Know Some Algorithms Are Biased—Because I Created One
It was inadvertent, but it taught me an important lesson
Trump impeachment trial heads for witness vote showdown
Trump's Republicans, however, have opposed the measure
Russia: Hundreds of fishermen stranded on gigantic ice floe
People tried using smaller pieces of ice as rafts to row back to shore.
Clear skies over most parts of Oman
PACA said in its forecast for Friday
Rapper Soulja Boy Accused Of S*xually Abusing A Woman; Faces Legal Action
Rapper Soulja Boy is facing legal action from a woman who has claimed that hit her on the head with a gun, ordered an associate to tie her up, and was s*xually abused by a member of his entourage.Ac
Slumdog Millionaire Actress Rubina Ali’s Father Passes Away
Bringing in a sad news, Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire actress Rubina Ali’s father Rafiq Qureshi passed away post his battle with tuberculosis. He died on January 30 after a prolonged battle
Louis Tomlinson Reveals His Latest Song ‘Walls’ Has His Former Band ‘One Direction’ Connection
Singer Louis Tomlinson has returned with a new song, "Walls", which reflects on parting ways with a lover. He says he pretends not to be romantic, but he is."It's about coming home having been on to
Overnights: Colors leads on Thursday; Star Plus dwindles but stays No.2
'Bigg Boss 13' kept Colors strong on Thursday in UK.
Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari: “I respect Kangana Ranaut a lot as an actor…”
‘Panga’ (2020) director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari has expressed that she respects Kangana Ranaut as an actor, after working with her in the film. “I feel that there is a humane side to her which she doesn’t want to show to anyone. The reason she doesn’t want to show her side, because I think if someone […]
Woman using mobility scooter killed in Mississauga hit-and-run identified
A 45-year-old woman who was operating a motorized mobility scooter in Mississauga on Friday morning when she was struck and killed by a vehicle that did not remain at the scene, has been identified.
Mississauga hit-and-run leaves woman using mobility scooter dead, police say
A 45-year-old woman, who was operating a motorized mobility scooter in Mississauga on Friday morning, was struck and killed by a vehicle that did not remain at the scene, police said.
Woman in wheelchair dies after hit-and-run incident in Mississauga, Ont.
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Police west of Toronto say a woman in a wheelchair was killed in a hit-and-run on Friday morning. Peel Regional Police say a black vehicle left the scene in Mississauga, Ont., after hitting the woman just before 6:45 a.m.
US advises no travel to China, where virus deaths top 200
BEIJING — The U.S. advised against all travel to China as the number of cases of a worrying new virus spiked more than tenfold in a week, including the highest death toll in a 24-hour period reported Friday.
Third day of talks between Ontario's public elementary teachers and government
TORONTO — Contract talks are to resume today for a third day in a row between Ontario's public elementary teachers and the government.
Charities steered $65M to Trump lawyer Sekulow and family
WASHINGTON — Jay Sekulow, one of President Donald Trump’s lead attorneys during the impeachment trial, is being paid for his legal work through a rented $80-a-month mailbox a block away from the White House.
Police: Boy, 2, fatally shoots self; mother charged
MOBILE, Ala. — A 2-year-old accidentally fatally shot himself inside a motel room, police in Alabama said.
Trump trial could end soon; Alexander says no to witnesses
WASHINGTON — Republican Sen.
Hateful messages flood Quebec premier's Facebook page after he supports Muslims
ST-SAUVEUR, Que. — Quebec cabinet ministers are speaking out about a deluge of hateful comments posted to the premier's Facebook page after he published a message in support of the province's Muslim community.
Japan urges citizens not to travel to China because of virus
TOKYO — The Japanese Foreign Ministry on Friday urged its citizens not to travel to China because of the possibility of the further spread of a new virus.
Drugs, weapons seized in Kitchener bust
Regional Police executed a search warrant on Spadina Road East Thursday
Police warn of skimming devices at Kitchener gas stations
Regional Police say they have received five reports of skimming devices at gas pumps in Kitchener
Chinese tourists cancel trips to Canadian hotspots such as Banff, Yellowknife
Tour companies and hotels in destinations popular with Chinese tourists are starting to see cancellations after a new form of virus that has led to mass quarantines and more than 200 deaths in China.
How to improve crop insurance coverage
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana must undergo a cost-benefit audit and be updated to allow for income stabilisation for farmers
Coronavirus outbreak: 366 Indians to be evacuated from Wuhan and quarantined
Over 366 Indians are being evacuated from China and flown to New Delhi by Saturday early morning due to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019 nCoV) outbreak. Sources said that they will be directly escor
Where do the children play?
Makeshift libraries, book-reading sessions and simple lessons keep the young ones engaged while their parents join an ongoing protest at Shaheen Bagh
ESM Goh says Singaporeans need to be wary of and pay heed to POFMA
ESM Goh says Singaporeans need to be wary of and pay heed to POFMA
JCB Partners with Oceanpayment for Merchant Acquiring
Hong Kong & Tokyo, Jan 31, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - JCB International Co., Ltd. ("JCBI"), the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's only international payment brand, and Oceanpayment Co., Ltd., China's leading cross-border payment brand, announced that they signed a License Agreement to start JCB merchant acquiring business. In order to strengthen the cooperative relationship, Mr. Hirohiko Sugiyama, Managing Director of JCB International (Asia) Ltd. and Lanny Yang, Co-Founder and EVP of Oceanpayment made greetings in Hong Kong to announce the partnership.
Proposals on Israel/Palestine are an affront to Palestinians
The Trump administration’s proposals on Israel and Palestine, announced on Tuesday, are an affront to Palestinian rights and dignity and have none of the elements of a realistic peace plan. The proposals, launched jointly by President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, were drawn up by Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, who has extensive business and financial links with Israeli companies.
Auckland fruit fly response comes to a successful end
Friday 31 January 2020
Lady Liz does the biz - yacht crew rescued by Police
Challenging sea conditions during gutsy rescue by Police Maritime Unit
E-bike trial coming soon
On 12 February selected officers in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin will take to the roads on e-bikes to trial them as a new tool to help keep our roads safe.
High Commissioner to Tuvalu Announced
Rt Hon Winston Peters
Drop Criminal Complaint Against Fortify Rights Senior
Thai authorities or Thai poultry company Thammakaset Company Limited should immediately drop criminal defamation complaints against Puttanee Kangkun and other human rights defenders, Fortify Rights said today. On December 6, Thammakaset filed a complaint against Puttanee with the Bangkok Southern Criminal Court for 14 social media engagements expressing support for human rights defenders.
Can we fix it? Yes we did: Police locate stolen tools
Can we fix it? Yes we did: Dunedin police locate stolen tools"
A truck has rolled, delays expected
Customhouse Street, Awapuni, is blocked following a crash.
Motorists advised to avoid area following crash
Police can now confirm two people have died following a crash on Makarora-Lake Hawea Road, Makarora, Queenstown-Lakes.
How Obama’s Mid-East Policy Led to Nazi Rebirth
How Obama’s Mid-East Policy Led to Nazi Rebirth in Today’s Germany
Coca-Cola announcement fails to fizz
Yesterday Coca-Cola New Zealand announced a sugar reduction goal of 20% across its portfolio by 2025.
Greater support for people in mental health crisis
30 January 2020
‘VOID’ Awarded Regional Arts Development Funding Support
Wild Dreamer Productions’ Newest Project ‘VOID’ Awarded Regional Arts Development Funding Support
Police appeal for witnesses to Stokes Valley assault
Police are urging those who witnessed a serious assault in Stokes Valley last night to come forward.
A motorcyclist has died in a crash in Hicks Bay
Police can now confirm one person has died in a motorcycle crash this afternoon.
Springbok signings are complete game-changers for van Graan's Munster
RG Snyman and Damian de Allende are likely to become fan favourites at Thomond Park.
Moloney feeling sharper after injury and exile
The Wasps hooker missed last year’s Six Nations through injury and is eager to sting Scotland.
IDF: Undercover agent was used to smuggle tahini
IDF disciplines commanders involved in undercover military operation - to deliver tahini.
EU overwhelming vote to unify charging cable standards - Gizchina.com
EU overwhelming vote to unify charging cable standards. The core of the resolution by the European Union is to reduce the amount of e-waste.
Englishman Explains How Bernie Sanders is the American Version of Jeremy Corbyn
Corbyn destroyed his party in England in an attempt to bring about an anti-Semitic rule in Great Britain, and Sanders admitted that he is doing the same.
In Wake of Trump Deal Muslims Warn of New reality on Temple Mount: “Muslims Only”
Palestinians responded to the "Deal of the Century' by calling for violence to reinforce their racist hold on the Jews' holiest site.
Second Top Gantz Aide/Former Obama Adviser Compares Trump to Hitler; Says President is ‘Using’ Israel
On the heels of the revelation that another senior Gantz adviser called the U.S. president “Donald Adolf Trump,” tweets surface by Blue and White campaign strategist Joel Benenson, claiming that Trump takes his talking points from the Nazi leader.
El Al Suspends Flights to China Due to Coronavirus Outbreak
The Israeli national airline follows British Airways, United, American, Air Asia, Finnair, Air India and Lufthansa in cancelling flights due to the epidemic • Flights to Beijing to resume on March 25.
US House Passes Multiple Measures to Curb Military Action by Trump on Iran
“We need to reassert our congressional authority,” said Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.). “The repeal of it is long overdue.”
Arsenal vs Burnley: What about Ainsley Maitland-Niles?
Ainsley Maitland-Niles is currently cut adrift within the Arsenal structure. He is now a backup for three different positions. The 22-year-old-needs stabil...
Nigerian soldiers arrest journalist 'over Boko Haram report'
Nigerian soldiers on Thursday arrested a Daily Trust reporter in Maiduguri, Borno State, over a report about the Boko Haram war.
Virginia Bill Wouldn’t Criminalize Criticism
Online headlines falsely claim that Virginia lawmakers want to make criticizing state officials a “criminal offense.” The bill doesn't create new offenses. It would merely allow cases of threats or harassment against some state officials to be prosecuted in Richmond.
Council to set aside million for survivors of child abuse
£2million has been set aside to support those who suffered historical abuse.
Scots councillor vows to apply for Irish passport to keep European links after Brexit
A Stirling SNP councillor has pledged to apply for an Irish passport so he can retain links with Europe after the Brexit split today (Friday).
Tragic nurse who failed to be diagnosed for cervical cancer died after doctors' 'neglect'
Julie O'Connor was diagnosed with cervical cancer 'in 10 seconds' after she was forced to go private following an all-clear from a smear test and a biopsy.
Shock pictures show injuries to Dumbarton pensioner following raid on her home
Kevin McCallum was locked up for the “despicable” attack last week.
Fight on to stop school change
Cllr Forbes and parent council attend key meeting over Invergowrie primary on Monday
Nicola Sturgeon says SNP ready to 'ramp up' campaign for IndyRef2 as UK leaves EU
She says the SNP campaign budget will be doubled this year to support new independence materials.
Heartbroken dad vows to build snowmen in memory of his three kids found dead at home
The mother of Conor, Darragh and CarlaMcGinley has been charged with murder after the three young children were found dead at their home a week ago.
Police appeal after man goes missing after going for walk in the woods
Maurice Benyon was reported missing from Wilton Road, Carluke, around 7.10pm on Wednesday, January 29, and it is believed that he was walking in the woods from Cleghorn to Cartland Bridge area.
Gatehouse of Fleet man receives more than £100,000 compensation after being wrongly arrested by Police Scotland
Gary Webb says his life has been "completely trashed" after spending three nights in prison in 2015
It's too easy for West Dunbartonshire youths to get booze, says alcohol charity chief
A new study found found minimum unit pricing (MUP) has had little impact on underage drinkers.
Creep who lusted after ‘14-year-old girl’ asked vigilante decoy: "Are you part of those paedophile hunters?" When he was told ‘no’ he sent the adult man sickening sex vids
Paisley pervert was snared by an online paedophile hunter
Panic grips Zimbabwe after Botswana records Corona Virus
Zimbabwe has plunged into panic after reports of an outbreak of the deadly Corona Virus in Botswana.The virus, that has been traced to the China, has killed mor...
Zimbabwean entrepreneur invents open-sourced technology to improve access to education in Africa
Zimbabwean AI expert William Sachiti, CEO of UK-based start-up Academy of Robotics (www.AcademyofRobotics.co.uk) has today published an open-source technology k...
Luxury home prices in Manhattan have tumbled to their lowest level in years, and it proves that sellers are still struggling to offload prime real estate
The price threshold for Manhattan luxury homes fell to $US3,816,835 in the fourth quarter of 2019, according to a report by the real-estate listing platform, StreetEasy.
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here.
One of the emergency hospitals China is panic-building in Wuhan in response to the deadly coronavirus appears to be close to completion.
John Bolton said Trump personally asked him to help pressure Ukraine to give in to his political demands
Former national security adviser John Bolton claims President Donald Trump personally asked him to ensure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky would cater to his political demands, The New York Times reported, citing an unpublished manuscript of Bolton’s upcoming book.
Smugglers could illegally enter the US through floodgates left open on Trump's border wall
Portions of President Donald Trump’s new border wall between the US and Mexico would likely require the installation of floodgates that would be left open for months at a time in order to prevent flooding during the rainy season in the US Southwest, border officials and other people familiar with the plan told The Washington Post.
Trump claims Democrats 'want to kill our cows, that means you're next,' in a bizarre attack in Iowa on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Green New Deal
President Donald Trump has launched a bizarre attack on the Green New Deal championed by progressive Democrats like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders, telling a rally in Iowa on Thursday night that “they want to kill our cows” and, eventually, American farmers.
Delta flight attendants fight back against Boeing and a system they claim fed them 'toxic' air
Delta flight attendants are suing Boeing following an incident where they claim “toxic” air flowed into the cabin during a routine flight, the Chicago Tribune reported.
'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment
Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.
UC Berkeley had to apologise for saying anti-Chinese xenophobia is a 'normal reaction' to the coronavirus
UC Berkley is attracting backlash for calling anti-Chinese xenophobia a “normal reaction” to the Wuhan coronavirus.
You can buy a flight from Hong Kong to New York for $201. The catch? You have to stop in Wuhan for 6 hours.
A Chinese airline is offering travellers a rare deal – a flight from Hong Kong to New York for $US200.
Trump failed to slash healthcare benefits for the poor when his Obamacare repeal effort collapsed — so now he's trying to do it on his own
The Trump administration unveiled a plan on Thursday to allow states the option of capping spending on health benefits for millions for Americans, likely prompting them to cover fewer people after Congress rebuffed the idea during the drive to repeal and replace Obamacare in 2017.
Two Men Killed by Their Own IED in Kabul: MoI
Two people who were involved in placing the explosives were killed and one civilian was wounded in today's explosion in PD5, said Nasrat Rahimi, MOI spokesman
Residents: Airstrike in Dasht-e-Archi, Kunduz ‘Killed Civilians’
US forces spokespeople say they are investigating civilian casualty reports; residents say the victims included "Hizb-e-Islami commander."An airstrike in the Dasht-e-Archi district of Kundu
Collapse of Kabul Bank Analyzed in New Book
A book detailing the key factors in the collapse of Kabul Bank was released in Afghanistan on Thursday, and the event triggered fresh criticism against the Afghan government for failing to
Johnson hails UK’s ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives
Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union.
Johnson hails UK’s ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives
Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union.
IEC, Candidates Responsible to Afghan Voters: US
Ross Wilson, chargé d'affaires at the US embassy in Kabul, on Friday said that all parties involved in the elections, including the election commissions and the candidates, have a responsib
BBI committee to begin collecting views next week
Steering Committee on implementation of BBI report to begin validation hearings on February 5 in Nairobi at KICC.
US election 2020: Meeting Donald Trump's evangelical Christian voters
Donald Trump owes his presidency, at least in part, to America's evangelical Christians. And the US president certainly won’t be able to win a second term on November 3 without their support. Around…
Wuhan coronavirus: 1,500 SAF personnel packing 5.2m masks in 24-hour operation
SINGAPORE: A total of 1,500 Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) personnel are packing 5.2 million surgical masks for distribution to the public, as ...
Cleaner dies after falling through false ceiling at Tampines Mall
SINGAPORE: A cleaner died on Saturday (Jan 25) after falling through a false ceiling at Tampines Mall. The Indian national, who was employed by ...
Correction directions issued over claims of Singaporeans contracting Wuhan coronavirus, shortage of masks
SINGAPORE: Several correction directions have been issued over false claims to do with the Wuhan coronavirus situation in Singapore, the ...
Nearly 1,000 students, staff on leave of absence after returning from China, says MOE
SINGAPORE: A total of 967 students and employees from schools in Singapore have been placed on a leave of absence because of their recent travel ...
Pilots, flight attendants demand flights to China stop as virus fear mounts worldwide
Pilots and flight attendants are demanding airlines stop flights to China as health officials declare a global emergency over the rapidly ...
Tennis: Kenin's Melbourne heroics forged from turbulent family past
Sofia Kenin's father on Friday reflected on their journey from the Soviet Union all the way to Saturday's Australian Open final, saying it helped ...
Facebook to remove coronavirus misinformation after WHO declares global emergency
Facebook Inc said on Thursday it will take down misinformation about China's fast-spreading coronavirus in a rare departure from its approach to ...
Man gets jail for trying to take videos of funeral guests in toilet
SINGAPORE: Friends and family had gathered to pay respects to a patriarch at his wake, but instead became prey to a man who had planted a mobile ...
Helicopter company in Kobe Bryant crash not certified to fly in poor visibility - reports
The charter company whose helicopter crashed and killed basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others on Sunday was not certified to ...
China to fly overseas citizens back to virus-hit Hubei province
BEIJING: The Chinese government has decided to send charter planes to bring citizens from virus-hit Hubei province who are overseas back "as soon ...
Pompeo visits Ukraine as Trump impeachment trial advances
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo visits Kiev on Friday on his first trip to Ukraine, the country at the heart of President Donald Trump's ...
Prosecution seeks jail for expelled Yale-NUS student who filmed shower videos of housemates
SINGAPORE: Prosecutors on Friday (Jan 31) sought a jail term of more than seven months for a student who was expelled from Yale-NUS College after ...
Report: Sunderland trying to sign Swansea defender Declan John on loan
Sunderland are reportedly trying to wrap up a move for Swansea City defender Declan John. According to Sky Sports on its live transfer blog (4:16pm, 31 January), the Black Cats are still “working hard” to secure a deal for the left-back. It is understood that Phil Parkinson’s side are trying to bring the 24-year-old to […]Sunderland are reportedly trying to wrap up a loan deal for Swansea City defender Declan John.
Report: Spurs target Willian Jose told teammates he was leaving before talks broke down
Willian Jose had told his teammates he was expecting to leave the club in anticipation of a fresh offer from Tottenham Hotspur before talks broke down earlier in the window, according to a report from the London Evening Standard. Jose Mourinho may be disappointed if he is not able to land a new striker in […]Willian Jose reportedly told Real Sociedad teammates that he was expecting to leave the club after Tottenham Hotspur made an eight-figure bid.
David Moyes comments on reported West Ham target Jarrod Bowen
David Moyes has delivered a positive verdict on Hull City attacker Jarrod Bowen, who could reportedly complete a deadline day move to West Ham. According to Sky Sports, the 23-year-old has traveled to London today (Friday) to have a medical ahead of a switch to the London Stadium. The report explains that a deal has […]David Moyes has discussed reported West Ham target Jarrod Bowen and believes he could be a great addition if a deal is wrapped up.
A Much Better Alternative To Dollar-Cost Averaging
Warren Buffett himself seems to like the dollar-cost average approach to investing in stocks, but I am skeptical.Today, I test a simple alternative to DCA that has produced higher absolute returns and
Ziopharm Stands Out, But Still Riskier Than Cellectis
Ziopharm’s TCR approach targets solid tumors by recognizing neoantigens unique to each patient's cancer.The Sleeping Beauty solid tumor treatment is still autologous and doesn’t address cost issues pl
Ines Khai brings creole grooves to Dundalk’s An Táin
Ines Khai is inviting locals to join her for her album prelaunch concert being held at An Táin Arts Centre on February 21. Ines Khai comes from Guadeloupe, which is a group of islands of the Ea...
Brexit is bad for North Louth says Cllr Ruairi O Murchu
Sinn Féin General Election candidate Ruairí Ó Murchú participated in a demonstration being held by Border Communities Against Brexit at Carrickarnon this morning. &nb...
Man jailed for raping two teenage boys in 'republican safe house' in Louth still seeking extra time to appeal conviction
Central Criminal Court
How To Create Custom Keyboard Shortcuts On Windows 10
You can use WinHotKey to create custom keyboard shortcuts on Windows 10 PC. Check out how to create custom keyboard shortcuts on Windows 10.
Cardinal Wolsey Statue
A surprisingly approachable statue of the man who dominated King Henry VIII's government.
What Is The Keto Flu? Here's How An RD Recommends Preventing It
Are avocados the answer to the dreaded keto flu?
Tussle over witnesses in Donald Trump impeachment trial
Democratic prosecutors and Republican defenders in US President Donald Trump's impeachment trial have traded barbs in a second day of questioning, with Democratic prosecutors and Republican defenders in US President Donald Trump's impeachment trial have traded barbs in a second day of questioning, with Democrats stressing the importance of calling witnesses such as former national security adviser John Bolton.
PM yet to receive report on McKenzie’s handling of ‘sports rorts’
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says he's yet to receive the findings of an investigation into Nationals deputy leader Bridget McKenzie's conduct.
Government savaged over handling of coronavirus amid growing toll of infections and deaths
The federal Health Minister has savaged Queensland's premier for claiming a lack of communication from the federal government could hamper local containment efforts.
Mauritania arrests 10 gay men after purported gay wedding
NOUAKCHOTT, Mauritania — Authorities in Mauritania have arrested 10 men after a video appeared on social media of a gay couple appearing to take part in a traditional wedding ceremony, human rights groups said. Police later determined the gathering was a birthday party but the men remain in custody with no trial date set yet. …
Terry Crews says sorry to Gabrielle Union for his remarks
LOS ANGELES — Terry Crews apologized for his comments about Gabrielle Union’s claims of mistreatment on “America’s Got Talent,” saying he didn’t mean to “invalidate” her experience and regrets letting down other black women. On the “Today” show last week, Crews said that Union’s allegations of racism on the production didn’t reflect his experience as …
Gas explosion at a Russian engineering factory kills 5
MOSCOW — A gas explosion at a factory in Russia on Friday killed five people and injured three more, emergency officials said. The explosion occurred in Russia’s central Oryol region, causing an engineering production facility under construction to collapse. It wasn’t immediately clear what prompted the explosion. All three injured — reported by Russian media …
Clinton jabs again at Sanders, says he didn't seek Dem unity
Hillary Clinton is not done talking about Bernie Sanders. The 2016 Democratic presidential nominee said in a podcast interview that aired Friday that Sanders didn’t try to unify the party after losing the primary to her four years ago and that he and his supporters contributed to her loss to Donald Trump in the general …
China reports 259 people have died of new virus; 11,800 sick
BEIJING — China has reported 259 people have died of a new virus, which has now infected nearly 11,800 people as the United States declared a public health emergency and took drastic steps to significantly restrict entry into the country. President Donald Trump has signed an order that will temporarily bar foreign nationals, other than …
Once-endangered 1855 Indiana home is revived as an inn
ATTICA, Ind. — Five months ago, Katy Kays was in Attica looking at a property she was thinking about buying, renovating and reselling. As Kays poked around a house that could have used a handy touch before the general manager of Lafayette’s Achieve Marketing and Consulting tried to flip it, she said she had a …
Sheikhupura: Five persons shot dead over old enmity
Sheikhupura: Five persons shot dead over old enmity.
Imran Khan incapable to run govt, serve people: Marriyum Aurangzeb
Imran Khan incapable to run government, serve people: Marriyum Aurangzeb.
Coronavirus threat: Student shifted to hospital in Karachi after returning from China
Coronavirus threat: Student shifted to hospital in Karachi after returning from China.
Shehbaz files defamation suit against British newspaper, reporter David Rose
The PML-N president said that the allegations leveled against him were baseless.
Gameday 51: Penguins vs. Flyers
Penguins vs. Flyers PPG Paints Arena | Pittsburgh, PA 7:00PM Eastern | AT&TSN-PT | NBCSP | ESPN+ Welcome back to Penguins hockey: the only kind of hockey that actually matters to you. Following…
Ohio cop fired and charged after lying he was robbed by a black man
He alleged he was shot by a black man during a robbery when he was off-duty. Warren police officer, Noah Linnen, subsequently changed his story about the alleged January 13 robbery four different times. His dishonesty led to at least three innocent black men being detained for a “significant amount of time.” His false report...
On Eve Of Pompeo Visit, A Shakeup In Belarus's Military And Snap Drills. What Gives?
Moscow cuts off oil. Minsk turns to Norway. Lukashenka rants. Lukashenka shakes up his military command. Military command orders snap readiness drills. The U.S. secretary of state comes to town. There's a lot going in Belarus these days.
U.S. Ambassador Slams Russia's 'Shameful Treatment' Of Jailed Former U.S. Marine
The United States' new ambassador to Russia has urged Moscow to release Paul Whelan and accused the Russian authorities of "shameful treatment" of the former U.S. Marine, who is accused of spying.
RFE/RL Journalist's Car Set Ablaze In Ukraine
An unknown assailant has set fire to a car belonging to RFE/RL correspondent Halyna Tereshchuk on a street in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv. According to witnesses, a masked individual approached the car, placed something on the windshield of the vehicle, set fire to it, and then fled. Local police have begun an investigation.
'Something To Hide?' CPJ Urges Russia To Allow Journalists To Travel Freely To Crimea
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has urged Russia to immediately lift a ban imposed on Ukrainian journalist Taras Ibrahimov and allow him to freely report in Ukraine’s Russia-occupied region of Crimea.
Former UFC lightweight Desmond Green arrested (again), sent back to jail
Former UFC lightweight Desmond Green has been arrested and sent back to jail for driving without a license, a violation of his pretrial release.
SWAT teams locate man who barricaded self in Port Richey duplex
A man was arrested after multiple SWAT teams responded to the scene of a barricaded subject.
10 ads to watch for on Super Bowl Sunday
This year’s Super Bowl won't be a politics-free zone, as both President Donald Trump and presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg will air campaign ads during the game.
Lori Vallow: Idaho woman misses deadline to bring missing children to court
The mom of two children missing since September failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to bring the kids to authorities in Idaho on Thursday.
Police fire shots after SUV breaches Mar-a-Lago security checkpoint, 2 women in custody
There is currently a heavy police presence outside of Ma-a-Lago, the south Florida mansion owned by President Donald Trump.
Police: Dad 'made up' home invasion after 4-year-old son shot himself
A father who claimed his 4-year-old son was killed in a home invasion robbery has now been charged with involuntary manslaughter because the boy apparently shot himself with a gun he found in the Philadelphia home, authorities said.
Delta, American Airlines suspend China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
Delta and American Airlines are temporarily suspending all of their United States flights to China amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Watch Martin Scorsese, Jonah Hill, & YBN Cordae’s Coca-Cola Energy Super Bowl Commercial
Are Super Bowl ads cinema? No, but that hasn't stopped Martin Scorsese from appearing in one. The legendary director stars alongside his fellow Hollywood elite Jonah Hill and newly minted rap star YBN Cordae in a new commercial for Coca-Cola Energy that will air during the big game this Sunday. Because corporations now share their Super Bowl spots ahead of time, it's viewable on YouTube now. As funny advertisements go, this one's pretty good. The premise: Marty's at a cartoonish party waiting for Hill to show up. Hill is at home feeling zonked. He considers flaking. He begins typing a message to Scorsese, leaving his buddy in limbo via suspense-laden iPhone ellipsis. The whole world watches to see whether Hill will stand Scorsese up — including Cordae, who pops in a couple times to egg Hill on because companies love to throw random collections of famous people together in their Super Bowl ads. (See: Coke rival Pepsi's ad from last year.) Only a few gulps of Coca-Cola energy — a new
Aesop Rock – “Rogue Wave”
Last year, underground rap veteran Aesop Rock teamed up with Black Moth Super Rainbow synth-sludge producer Tobacco for the collaborative album Malibu Ken. And now, as he continues working on a full-length follow-up to 2016's solo LP The Impossible Kid, he's shared a new standalone single called "Rogue Wave." As he explains: "Rogue Wave" feels like a long journal entry to me — perhaps in the vein of "Hot Dogs" and "Klutz." I really enjoy skipping the hook entirely. It doesn't always work — but when it does it just feels right. To me, this song is a small boat lost at sea, rowing for hours, days, losing all track of time and direction — 360 degrees of nothing but ocean. I've been a little timid over the years to showcase my own drawings, probably because I've been out of practice, and also because people know me for my music. That said — I've been drawing a fair amount in recent years, and finally decided to collect a lot of the images together for a music video. My long time
Microsoft to shutter its Ad Monetization platform for Universal Windows Platform apps
Microsoft is continuing to try to clear up its muddled UWP messaging and strategy.
Did Jony Ive jump or was he pushed?
Jony Ive is a brilliant designer. He helped bring Apple back from a near death experience with the original iMac and iBooks and, later, MacBooks. But he also accounted for a number of costly flops, that, while Apple would never admit it, would have sunk even more accomplished executives.
Robocall block: Now US wants to fine man $12.9m for making 'harmful' robocalls
The man made thousands of calls to US households in the hope of boosting the profile of his podcast.
2020 predictions: 5 telling trends in 3D printing
Hype or new hope? Is 2020 the year 3D printing actually disrupts high-volume manufacturing?
The French fishermen who could sink Britain's post-Brexit ambitions
BOULOGNE-SUR-MER, France (Reuters) - For the British government, a successful Brexit means re-asserting economic sovereignty and landing a trade deal with Europe. Trawler captain Stephane Fait and his fellow French fisherman could sink that plan.
I Can’t Stop Thinking About How Not Everyone Has An Internal Monologue
A Twitter user has absolutely broken the internet after revealing that not everyone has an internal monologue or hears their own thoughts.
Qantas Suspends All Flights To & From China As 10th Australian Coronavirus Case Confirmed
Major Australian airline Qantas has announced plans to suspend flights to and from China as the ongoing coronavirus outbreak causes logistical issues.
Nirbhaya gang rape, murder case: Delhi court cancels February 1 hanging of convicts till further orders
Nirbhaya gang rape, murder case: A Delhi court on Friday canceled the executions of convicts in the Nirbhaya case till further orders. Nirbhaya's mother said that convicts have been taking advantage of the legal system.
Budget Session 2020: Opposition protests President Kovind’s linking CAA, Mahatma Gandhi
Budget Session 2020: President Ramnath Kovind praised the government for taking historic decisions like the Citizenship Amendment Act, Ayodhya verdict, abrogation of Article 370, the opening of Kartarpur Corridor and others.
Taipei Game Show cancelled due to outbreak of coronavirus
The Taipei Game Show was scheduled to kick off next week, but the organisers have made the decision to cancel due to the ongoing outbreak of the coronavirus. Originally spreading from Wuhan, China, the coronavirus has begun infecting people overseas. Yesterday, Taiwan recorded its ninth case of the virus that has killed 213 people and […]
The Senate has actually tied in an impeachment trial – twice
In 1868, during the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson, the Senate tied on two votes. Chief Justice Salmon P. Chase broke both ties.
CM Jagan Approaches High Court Once Again
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy approached Telangana High Court once again seeking exemption from the court appearances. He sought the permission of the court to allow another accused to represent him in the future court appearances.
Is Pawan Kalyan’s Defense on Films Comeback Fair?
Former CBI JD Lakshminarayana has quit Janasena Party. He went on to say that
Pawan Kalyan Indicates Why JD Quit is A Big Loss to Janasena
Former CBI JD Lakshminarayana has quit Janasena Party. He went on to say that Pawan Kalyan going back on his word of not doing movies reflects his unstable nature and so, he is not interested to continue in the party. This has come as shock for Janasena’s Rank and File.
Sa-Roc Joins Rapsody's 'A Black Woman Created This Tour' & Drops 'Hand Of God' Video
The run kicks off on February 4 in Philly.
Just a fraction of voters want to block witnesses in Trump's impeachment trial — but Republicans are likely to block them anyway
While 37% of likely Republican voters don't see a need for any witnesses, 45% want some combination of witnesses to testify.
Elon Musk is starting to resemble a 'quiet assassin' as the short-seller argument about Tesla disintegrates, an expert says
Tesla has an edge over other automakers in battery technology, charging infrastructure, and autonomous-driving technology, Gene Munster said.
6 of the best things to buy at Costco, from someone who used to hate it
Much as it pains me to admit, I've become a Costco connoisseur of sorts. I even have a few lesser-known items I almost exclusively purchase at Costco.
Watch: Kareena Kapoor Khan blowing Sara Ali Khan a flying kiss is the cutest thing on the internet today
Bollywood beauty Sara Ali Khan headed over the sets of step-mom Kareena Kapoor Khan’s chat show to talk about her film ‘Love Aaj Kal’, maters of the h
Two Super Over finishes have taught me to stay calm and bounce back when chance comes: Virat Kohli
Cricket News: India captain Virat Kohli on Friday said he has learnt an important lesson in the back-to-back Super Over finishes against New Zealand: To "stay calm
Spotted: Tara Sutaria and boyfriend Aadar Jain visit Ranbir Kapoor’s residence to rehearse for Armaan Jain’s sangeet
It’s almost wedding time in the Kapoor household with Armaan Jain’s sangeet coming up soon. Going by these latest photos, brother Aadar Jain, girlfrie
John Delaney Drops Out a Few Days Shy of Iowa. Did He Endorse Anyone?
Former Maryland Rep. John Delaney dropped out of the 2020 presidential race on Friday. It's a bittersweet ending considering he was just a few days shy of the first real contest, the Iowa Caucus. The Democratic contender explained that he will "not have sufficient support to get to the 15 percent viability threshold" needed on Monday night.
'It's an Offense': Jeff Merkley Shows No Mercy for Colleague Lamar Alexander
Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-TN) may very well have just ended the Senate impeachment trial of President Trump. Late Thursday, the Tennessee Republican announced he would be voting "no" on witnesses.
CNN Anchor, Dem Senator Fear Trump Will Open an 'Office of Foreign Interference Outreach'
What is to stop President Trump and his campaign from "opening an office of foreign interference outreach" if he's acquitted, CNN's John Berman asked Sen. Jon Tester (D-MN) on Friday morning, hours before Trump is expected to be acquitted. They sounded legitimately concerned.
Long-shot McConnell Challenger Endorses Biden
Former Vice President Joe Biden received another endorsement ahead of Monday’s Iowa caucuses: Mitch McConnell’s Senate challenger Amy McGrath. McGrath has a reasonably high profile in the 2020 scene, and liberal pundits have elevated McGrath to give the public the false impression that she has a fighting chance to beat the most powerful legislator in Washington. Of course, the likelihood of McGrath defeating Leader McConnell is on-par with Beto O'Rourke's chances of winning the presidency.
WATCH: MSNBC Contributor Loses His Mind Over Trump Hypothetically Shutting Down Voting in CA
MSNBC political contributor Jason Johnson drove himself into a tizzy on Thursday over a hypothetical situation in which President Trump comes up with an excuse to shut down voting in California and proceeded to tell host Nicolle Wallace that "we’re not talking hypotheticals."
Watch Schiff's Hilarious Attempt to Stop Nadler From Delivering Closing Remarks
Rep. Jerry Nadler raced to the podium Thursday after Chief Justice John Roberts read the last question before adjourning for the evening, blowing past House impeachment manager Rep. Adam Schiff who attempted to stop him.
CNN Anchor: Republicans Actually Have a Point About the Whistleblower
During President Trump's impeachment trial Thursday, Chief Justice John Roberts refused to read a question submitted by Republican Senator Rand Paul. The reason, allegedly, is because the question named the whistleblower who filed the second-hand complaint about President Donald Trump's July 25, 2019 call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Arguably, the reason the Senate is holding an impeachment trial is because of the complaint.
Lindsey Graham Rips Democrats for Lies About 'Blocking' Witnesses
At a press conference with reporters Friday morning, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi argued President Trump cannot be acquitted because he hasn't "had a fair trial." Why? Because it's unlikely new witnesses Democrats in the House refused to compel for testimony will be subpoenaed.
Senate to vote on Trump trial witnesses with end in sight
Voting on the witness question is expected late on Friday after hours of debate.
Children’s deaths have left shroud of darkness over community, mourners told
Conor, Darragh and Carla McGinley have been laid to rest in Co Dublin.
Thiem ready to take on the ‘king’ again
Thiem defeated Alexander Zverev to set up a final against Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open.
Weinstein rape accuser tells trial she tried to fight off his advances in hotel
The woman alleges Weinstein raped her in his New York City hotel room in March 2013 after injecting himself with medicine to induce an erection.
Lucrative speaking circuit helps David Cameron bank £836,000 profit in a year
Former prime minister Theresa May also earned close to £400,000 in the month of December alone through speaking engagements.
King deal is out of my hands – Howe
The Bournemouth striker was at Old Trafford as a youngster.
Brexit day in pictures: The final countdown
Boris Johnson hosted a Cabinet meeting in Sunderland, while campaigners flocked to Parliament Square.
Last year Stander joked about Doris taking his number eight jersey for Ireland
Former Ireland Under-20 captain Doris is poised to make his international debut against Scotland.
Man killed as Indian police rescue 23 children held hostage at ‘birthday party’
Police said Subhash Batham was a suspect in a murder case who was out on bail.
Activists demand voice for Northern Ireland in Europe as ‘fight goes on’
Campaign group Border Communities Against Brexit unveiled a new billboard as the UK prepares to leave the EU.
Suspension of UK’s China flights ‘hits up to 35,000 passengers’
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic grounded flights to mainland China.
Stuart Hogg confident Scotland can cause a Six Nations upset in Dublin
Full-back Hogg will captain his country at the Aviva Stadium bidding to end a losing streak dating back to 2010.
Irish border communities ‘struggling to get mortgages due to Brexit’
Border Communities Against Brexit activists took their campaign for better public representation to Stormont on Friday afternoon.
Airbus £830m settlement over UK bribery prosecution approved by High Court
The figure is the largest ever for a Deferred Prosecution Agreement and amounts to more than all previous similar settlements combined.
Solskjaer does not expect any deadline day arrivals amid King rumours
Eddie Howe did not rule out an exit for King.
Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties
Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.
US bars China travellers
The United States on Friday declared a public health emergency and announced significant entry restrictions because of a new virus that hit China and has spread to other nations.
Fraud suspect sought
The Penticton RCMP is appealing to the public for help identifying a fraud suspect.
Working to get them home
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government is going through a "deliberate process" to airlift nearly 200 Canadians out of the epicentre of the novel coronavirus outbreak in China, while other countries continue to get their citizens home.
Holocaust monument egged
Police in Ottawa are looking for a man believed to have thrown eggs at the National Holocaust Monument.
Muslim hatred flares up
Quebec cabinet ministers are speaking out about a deluge of hateful comments posted to the premier's Facebook page after he published a message in support of the province's Muslim community.
Feathered bomber hits cops
North Vancouver RCMP are trying to get their ducks in order after a feathered foe vandalized their detachment building Thursday.
Hammer killer sentenced
The killer of Chris Ausman will spend another eight and a half years behind bars before he becomes eligible for parole.
Busing fees could double
It could cost parents in the Central Okanagan twice as much to get their student a seat on a school bus.
Hunter attacked by seal
A Quebec hunter had to be airlifted to hospital this week following what was described as a rare seal attack on a Nova Scotia island.
Surrey relents on Uber
Mayors in British Columbia's Lower Mainland have reached an agreement on an interim business licence for ride-hailing companies that want to operate in the region.
EU to consider mandatory common charger for smartphones, paving the way for USB-C domination (Update: Vote passed)
The European Union will soon hold a vote to decide if it will enforce a mandatory, universal charging connector for all smartphones and other similar,
Friday deals: Nest Cam IQ $50 off, Motorola Androids from $130, more
Friday's best deals include the Nest Cam IQ at $50, plus various Motorola Android smartphones frmo $130. Go to 9to5Toys.com for additional deals.
Nintendo Finally Responds To Rumors Of High-Performance 'Switch Pro' Gaming Console
Don't hold your breath waiting for a more powerful Switch Pro to emerge, it's not coming this year.
FBI Allegedly Probing Israeli Firm NSO Group's Spyware Used In High-Profile Hacks
The probe is allegedly looking at suspected intelligence gathering on governments according to the sources.
EU top court stays out of Croatia-Slovenia border row
The EU's top court ruled on Friday that it had no jurisdiction to settle a border dispute between Slovenia and Croatia. Slovenia had argued that its fellow EU member could be sued under EU law because it was not implementing a 2017 border ruling by the in...
Scotland may test a non-binding independence vote
Scotland's first minister Nicola Sturgeon said on Friday that she did not rule out testing the power of the Scottish parliament to hold a non-binding vote on independence after prime minister Boris Johnson's government opposed granting a referendum, Reute...
Ginny Di Is Getting Her Own Dice Set That You'll Be Able to Buy in a New Kickstarter Next Month
Chances are that if you play tabletop RPGs, you have a lot of dice. Well, now you may want more dice to add to your collection. Wyrmwood recently revealed that they’re going to be running a Kickstarter towards the end of February, and this time it’s all about dice. They’ve teamed up with Level Up Di
Production Has Begun on Guillermo del Toro's Adaptation of NIGHTMARE ALLEY, Plus New Details Revealed
Good news for the fans who have been awaiting Guillermo del Toro ’s adaptation of Nightmare Alley , based on the 1946 novel by William Lindsay Gresham . Cate Blanchett is starring alongside Bradley Cooper , Rooney Mara , Toni Collette , Willem Dafoe , Holt McCallany , Ron Perlman , Ric
Vocation in Political Science
Occupation in science is one of the absolute most tough yet lucrative academic applications at degree. It is crucial to reach the educational qualification and possess relevant job experience, to earn
House supports reform thrust
HOUSE Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez yesterday said the leadership of Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano is relentless in its work to help the administration institutionalize the crucial reforms that are vital to delivering the “campaign promises” of President Rodrigo “Rody” Duterte and sustain economic growth.
LGUs told to form task forces vs nCov
THE Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has advised all local government units (LGUs) to create their respective Corona Virus Task Forces to help contain the spread of the disease in the country now that health authorities have confirmed the first case of novel coronavirus (2019 nCov) in the Philippines.
Gamboa orders crackdown on VK machines
PHILIPPINE National Police chief, Director General Archie Francisco F. Gamboa yesterday ordered a nationwide crackdown against ‘video-karera’ machines as part of his ‘no-take’ policy on illegal gambling activities as he led the destruction of 56 VK machines seized by the Quezon City Police District.
WHO declares virus global emergency
BEIJING — The United States told its citizens not to travel to China in the first major response to the World Health Organization’s declaration of a global emergency over the spreading coronavirus, as Chinese authorities Friday increased the toll to 213 dead and nearly 10,000 infections.
2 shabu peddlers killed in Mindanao gunbattle
TWO heavily-armed drug traffickers in Mindanao were killed in a shootout with agents of the Philippine National Police Drug Enforcement Group (PNP-DEG) in a gunbattle which marred the conduct of a buy-bust operation in Malabang, Lanao del Sur yesterday morning, PNP-DEG director, Brigadier General Romeo M. Caramat Jr. said.
Illegal gun supplier held, P.2M shabu seized
EASTERN Police District- District Special Operations Group (EPD-DSOU) nabbed a high value target (HVT) and suspected supplier of illegal firearms which resulted in the confiscation of firearms and P200K worth of shabu following an operation in Pasig City Thursday night.
Brexit Day: What the biggest Leavers and Remainers had to say
As the UK prepares to bring an end to its 47-year membership of the EU tonight at 11pm, here is how some of the major players reacted to Brexit Day:
Gerrard warns against comparing Rangers new recruit to Barca icon father
Rangers boss Steven Gerrard has urged the club's faithful not to expect new signing Ianis Hagi to hit the heights of his father. The Romania international is the son of former Real Madrid and Barcelona icon Gheorghe.
Nottingham Forest plot £15m Dwight Gayle swoop at 11th hour
He's currently injured and Sabri Lamouchi got his hands on another striker, but according to a new report they're still very much interested
Facebook, SAPS join forces to combat child kidnappings
The local police force collaborates with the social media firm to launch an “Amber Alert” tool to help find missing children.
Ramaphosa orders SIU to probe IFMS project
President Cyril Ramaphosa reportedly instructs the Special Investigating Unit to investigate the bungled National Treasury IT project.
Parliament’s IT service accused of blocking land submissions
An advocacy group is fuming that Parliament’s server is blocking land submissions as “unacceptable content”.
Two women find success after New Year’s resolutions, encourage others to keep moving
Two women who started New Year’s resolutions in 2019 have reached their goals and are continuing their journey to live a healthier lifestyle. Now, they are sharing their stories in hopes of motivating others to not give up on 2020 resolutions.
Avery, Watauga County Schools close due to worsening weather conditions
Watauga and Avery County Schools are dismissing early Friday due to deteriorating weather conditions.
Four displaced in south Charlotte house fire
Three adults and a teenager were displaced after a south Charlotte home caught fire early Friday morning.
Senate rejects witnesses in Trump trial, all but ensuring his acquittal
The Democrats had wanted testimony from John Bolton.
Man shot dead in India after taking over 20 children hostage at his daughter's birthday
His wife was also beaten to death during the incident.
Can You Roll The Perfect Bowl?
Welcome to The Riddler. Every week, I offer up problems related to the things we hold dear around here: math, logic and probability. Two puzzles are presented e…
Man accused of performing animal surgeries without license in San Joaquin Co.
Pedro Maldonado Victorio was arrested on suspicion of cruelty to animals, practicing veterinary medicine without a valid license and transporting a controlled substance, the sheriff's office said in a news release Thursday. His arrest comes after a concerned citizen on Saturday saw English bulldog puppies running loose in the 2000 block of East Louise Avenue in Lathrop. She called police after she saw two men leave a nearby home with what appeared to be bloody gloves, the sheriff's office said.
Disgraced Aberdeen ex-Tory councillor guilty of sexual assault to pay victim compensation
A FORMER deputy provost of Aberdeen found guilty of sexual assault is to pay his victim compensation. Ex-Tory Alan Donnelly, 65, was convicted after a three-day trial at Aberdeen Sheriff Court. The…
Scots schoolgirl crowdfunds for new pony after beloved pet dies in freak accident
A Fife schoolgirl is crowdfunding for a new pony after her beloved pet died in a freak accident. Tia Brown’s seven-year-old horse Helena suffered a catastrophic head injury following a fall l…
Hibs ace Kamberi heading to Rangers for medical in potential three-way deal that involves Docherty and McNulty
FLORIAN KAMBERI is on his way to Rangers for a medical – but Hibs have yet to agree to a deal let him leave on loan. Gers want the Swiss striker as cover for crocked Jermain Defoe and Hibs ha…
Rangers ‘set to clinch’ Matej Vydra signing on transfer deadline day
RANGERS are set to seal a deadline day loan deal for Burnley striker Matej Vydra, according to reports. Steven Gerrard is keen to bolster his attacking options as the club endeavour to claim the Pr…
Rangers icon Ally McCoist heading to South America to catch rare Golden Dorado which can grow to 4ft and attack anglers
RANGERS legend Ally McCoist is travelling to the South American wilderness on a fishing trip in a bid to land his biggest ever catch. The former Ibrox player and manager revealed he is going to Pat…
Bobby Brown funeral: Ex-Rangers and Celtic heroes turn out as Gers and Scotland legend laid to rest
FOOTIE heroes turned out today to say farewell to Rangers and Scotland great Bobby Brown. The ex-keeper, 96, was hailed as one of the country’s greatest ever shot-stoppers at the service at All Ang…
Rush hour chaos in Edinburgh after horror car and motorbike smash on city bypass leaving traffic queued back five miles
A HORROR crash between a car and a motorbike is causing rush hour chaos in Edinburgh. Emergency services raced to the city bypass around 3.45pm after the smash near Dreghorn. Cops locked down the w…
Rangers-daft McBurnie warned he could get his ‘face kicked in’ in X-rated handwritten hate mail from Cardiff fan
SCOTLAND striker Oli McBurnie has revealed the threatening message he received from a rival Cardiff supporter warning him he could get his ‘face kicked in’. The Sheffield United star wa…
Dozens of police officers swarm Glasgow street in manhunt over domestic abuse incident
DOZENS of cops have swarmed to a Glasgow street in a manhunt. Officers were sent to Alderman Road in Knightswood, Glasgow in search of a male they want to speak to. Police confirmed they attended t…
Bilawal again urges MQM-P to ‘rethink’ alliance with PTI
KARACHI: Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Friday yet urged Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) — an ally of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) government — t
‘Saaf Bath’ initiative to set up portable public toilets for women
In response to the abysmal state of public toilets in the country, the Salman Sufi Foundation (SSF) – a progressive gender equality initiative – has launched a new project aimed at benefiting pe
Five gunned down over old enmity
SHEIKHUPURA: Five people were gunned down on Friday over an old enmity in Sheikhupura’s area of Safdarabad.According to the local police, unidentified armed men, who were riding a motorbike ope
4 boys die in suicide bomb attack in northeastern Nigeria
Earlier, another young girl was said to have stormed into a house in the area and detonated her explosives, injuring one person, a resident, Salisu Mohammed said.
ECOWAS attempts to break political deadlock in Guinea-Bissau
ECOWAS delegation visits Guinea-Bissau to mediate political deadlock after release of presidential disputed election results.
Scientists back use of Napier grass as sustainable way to feed herds
According to a study carried out in Kenya by the Centre for International Forestry Research,the use of Napier grass as fodder could help reduce strain on forests.
Chad beefs up security near Nigeria border after attack
On Monday, six troops were killed during an ambush on the island of Tetewa on Lake Chad. Last week, a suicide bomber killed nine civilians within the same province.
Worsening locust invasion threatens food security across East Africa
So far just $15 million has been mobilized to help stop the outbreak that threatens to worsen an already poor hunger situation for millions of people in Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia and elsewhere.
112 layer flash to be sampled in Q1
Kioxia, the renamed Toshiba, says it will sample a 112-layer TLC flash in Q1. It is the fifth-generation BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory.
Why are Arab states 'divided' in the face of Trump's plan?
The divided reaction from Arab states to US President Donald Trump's so-called Middle East plan has come as no surprise, analysts say, noting that the main reason for support - whether strong or subtle - is to guarantee Washington's backing against a common regional enemy, Iran.
Trump impeachment trial may end soon as Senate witness vote looms
Washington, DC - The United States Senate is gearing up for a climactic vote on Friday that could bring a swift end to the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.
Pompeo pledges US support for Ukraine amid impeachment trial
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo underscored Washington's support for Ukraine on Friday during a visit to Kyiv, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for the US to play a greater role in settling the conflict with Russian-backed separatists.
'Not an inch': Palestinians at Al-Aqsa vow to fight Trump's plan
Jerusalem - Tens of thousands of worshippers have descended on the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound for the first Friday prayers after US President Donald Trump announced his Middle East plan to resolve the decades-old Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
Why did European Parliament delay a vote on India's CAA, Kashmir?
European Union parliamentarians have voted to postpone a vote that criticises India's Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and its lockdown in Kashmir.
'A joke': Palestinians slam Trump's proposal for new capital
Abu Dis, occupied West Bank – Just outside of Jerusalem lies Abu Dis, a small village which US President Donald Trump's Middle East plan has earmarked as the new capital of a future Palestinian state.
Indian villagers beat wife of hostage-taker to death
A man who held about two dozen children hostage at his daughter's fake birthday party was shot dead by police in northern Uttar Pradesh state before villagers beat his wife to death as she tried to escape, authorities said on Friday.
Trump impeachment trial: Blow for Democrats in witnesses battle
US Democrats were served a significant blow late on Thursday after a key Republican senator said he would vote against calling new witnesses in the impeachment trial of United States President Donald Trump.
Chinese tourists cancel trips to Canadian hotspots such as Banff, Yellowknife
Tour companies and hotels in destinations popular with Chinese tourists are starting to see cancellations after a new form of virus that has led to mass qua
Trae Young carries Hawks past Sixers
Trae Young thought it was important for him to play up to his status as an All-Star starter. After all, the Hawks' point guard was matched against two of h
Dominic Thiem outplays Alexander Zverev to reach first Australian Open final
Locked in an even-as-can-be Australian Open semifinal, Dominic Thiem looked up at his guest box, patted his belly and stuck out his tongue, as if to indica
Democrats' bid for new Trump impeachment witnesses likely to fall short
Democrats appeared to have fallen short Thursday in their bid to secure the votes needed to call witnesses in President Trump's impeachment trial, clearing
Assault on Syria's Idlib pushes 700,000 to flee in potential 'international crisis,' says U.S. envoy
An assault on rebel-held northwest Syria by government forces has pushed some 700,000 people to flee toward the Turkish border and raised the specter of an
Solitary death at ground zero of China's coronavirus paints a grim picture
A gray-haired man wearing a face mask lay dead on a sidewalk at ground zero of China's virus epidemic, a plastic shopping bag in one hand. On what would ty
SHEER BLISS
An indoor courtyard is just what the architect ordered for a happy home. By Sathya Prakash Varanashi
Toddler falls off moving van in Agumbe Ghat
She was rescued an hour later by a passer-by and handed over to her parents
Man sentenced to life term
THENIThe Additional District Sessions Court judge A. Abdul Khader on Friday sentenced G. Murugan of Muthumari Amman Street, Bodi, to life time imprisonment for murdering Ramar of the same locality.The
‘U.S. soldiers injured in Iran strike up to 64’
U.S. President Donald Trump had initially said no Americans were hurt by the missiles fired on a base housing U.S. soldiers on January 8.
Uproarious scenes at council meet
A council meeting at the Cherupulassery municipality witnessed uproarious scenes and a walkout by the Opposition following unsavoury remarks by a ruling Congress member about P.K. Sasi, MLA, on Friday
HC seeks response from govt.
MaduraiThe Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Friday sought a response from the State in a petition that sought a direction to the State Election Commission to notify the indirect election to T
Day 1 of Parliament’s Budget Session sees protests against CAA-NRC-NPR
President’s address to Parliament has become a platform to legitimise government’s blunders, says Congress’ Ahmed Patel
CAT directs AP CS to file affidavit on officer’s salary payment
The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) on Friday instructed the Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary to file an affidavit on the delay in execution of its direction to release salary of IRS officer Jasti
Britain’s last day in the EU | Here is a chronology of Brexit
United Kingdom is set to leave the European Union at 2300 hours GMT on January 31, 2020.
Abish Mathew on the art and science of laughter
Abish Mathew’s ability to generate laughs comes from his parents, he says as he performs for his first ticketed event in Visakhapatnam
1,471 under surveillance in State for novel coronavirus
50 persons are in isolation wards of various hospitals, rest under home quarantine
Court seeks police reply on plea seeking ‘fair’ probe into Jamia violence in December
The petitioner also sought a court-monitored investigation into the incident.
State kick-starts Census ops sans NPR
Responsibilities being assigned to various govt. officials
Donald Trump likely to be acquitted
Republicans move to block additional witnesses in President’s trial in the Senate
Survey doesn’t address ground realities: Cong.
‘It’s an exercise in obfuscation’
Praveen Sood is the new DG&IGP of Karnataka
Praveen Sood, a 1986 batch IPS officer took charge as the new Director General and Inspector General of Police (DG&IGP) of Karnataka on Friday, following the retirement of incumbent Neelamani
UDF firm on its stand on Governor, says Chennithala
Leader of the Opposition Ramesh Chennithala has said that the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is firm on its demand for recalling Governor Arif Mohammed Khan. He was inaugurating a public m
Sensex drops 190 points; Nifty ends below 12K
All eyes have now turned to the Union Budget, scheduled to be presented on Saturday.
‘BJP leaders inciting violence’
The former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused BJP leaders of inciting violence on those opposing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act. He told presspersons here on Friday that a Union Minister had cal
Supreme Court asks U.P. government to reply on notices to protesters
Plea questions ‘arbitrary’ action
FIR lodged against Bengal BJP president
Dilip Ghosh made derogatory remarks, says anti-CAA woman protester in complaint
Supreme Court urged to relook order on posting of teachers in minority-run institutions
State can regulate appointments in minority-run institutions, the court had ruled
Hostage drama was planned, murder accused wanted cases dropped: Uttar Pradesh villagers
As local people and policemen laid siege to the house in Kasaria village, the 40-year-old initially demanded that the cases against him be dropped.
BJP, CPI question government hurry to conduct PACS polls
Need to reorganise the cooperatives in line with new mandals and districts, says BJP
HMs, teachers booked for taking students to anti-CAA protest
CPI(M) functionaries say the children participated in human chain after school hours
Prajwal Revanna gets relief from legal battle against his election
HC dismisses another plea on technical grounds
Thanjavur-Tiruvarur electrified stretch inspected
K.A. Manoharan, Commissioner of Railway Safety, Southern Circle, Bengaluru, inspected the electrified Thanjavur – Tiruvarur broad gauge section on Friday. He commenced the inspection from Thanjavur tr
Gandhi misquoted in President’s address: Yechury
Yechury slams speech justifying CAA
195 kg heroin seized in Punjab; 6 held
Foreign national among arrested, role of SSB member being ascertained: CM
Temple EO gets memo over lapses
Collector D. Krishna Bhaskar on Friday issued a memo to Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Devasthanam temple executive officer M.M.D. Krishnaveni seeking an explanation within two days for lapses in the maint
Two day seminar on science and technology in Tamil Epigraphy
The aim of the seminar is to share information about an ongoing project to look at information and messages on science and technology available in Tamil inscriptions
Coronavirus outbreak: Indian government begins to evacuate 366 citizens from China's Wuhan
The 423-seater flight is expected to return to Delhi from Wuhan at 2 a.m. on Saturday and another special flight may depart from T3, Delhi on Saturday.
Join hands to battle virus: expert
‘Interdisciplinary research programme needed to control coronavirus’
Man killed in country bomb attack in Puducherry
Sambu alias Sambasivam, a resident of Pilliarkuppam, was a complainant cum witness in a murder case that occurred in Cuddalore last year, police said
Three militants killed in Jammu
One policeman injured after they opened fire at toll plaza
Army establishes coronavirus quarantine facility for students returning from China
The quarantine facility consists of accommodation barracks for the students, administrative areas and medical facility area.
Make engineers accountable for bad roads, HC tells govt.
Court says right to good and safe road is a fundamental right
Erdogan hits out at Arab ‘treason’ over Donald Trump plan
He questioned their silence on the issue
Govt. has lowered prestige of President’s office by including CAA in his address: Ghulam Nabi Azad
Speaking at a press briefing after President Kovind’s address, Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Ghulam Nabi Azad it was shameful that the government claimed the CAA to be an achievement and included it in the President’s address
The EMI waiver is here
In these difficult times for real estate and home loan segment, banks and housing finance companies (HFIs) have found a new method to attract borrowers – home loans with EMI waivers. It does not mean
Three major trade unions to jointly fight for enhancement of minimum wages
‘State government dilly-dallying over release of order on the issue’
Hand over Hathiramji Mutt properties to TTD: BJP
‘Government should pass a special legislation for taking back encroached properties’
13 booked for holding candle-lit march at Lucknow protest
Uzma Parveen, mother of a seven-month-old baby, a regular face at the protest, was also booked
Congress plans for PACS polls
Ex-officio members may play a role in cooperative elections
Vulture sanctuary in cold storage
Increased visits by tigers in the corridor area adds urgency to the issue
BAC rejects Opposition motion to recall Governor
LDF members say proposal lacks legislative precedent
Nirbhaya case: Delhi court defers execution of convicts until further orders
All the convicts were to be hanged on February 1.
Tech Mahindra profit dips 5% to ₹1,146 cr.
Firm’s revenue, however, rises 8% to ₹9,655 crore
Coronavirus outbreak: Do not travel to China, U.S. tells citizens
Japan also advised citizens to put off non-urgent travel to China, while Bahrain recommended no travel to any country hit by the virus, and Iran urged a ban on all travellers from China.
HC castigates BBMP Commissioner Anil Kumar for continuously defying its orders
Gives him three options to seek leniency from court, else face action for contempt of court
Nirbhaya convict Pawan moves SC, seeks review of order dismissing juvenility claim
On January 20, the apex court had rejected the plea by Pawan who had challenged the Delhi High Court’s order dismissing his juvenility claim
Steps to curb illegal fishing activities in Kannur
Steps will be taken to strengthen backwater patrols to curb illegal fishing activities in the district, C.K. Shiny, Deputy Director, Fisheries Department, has said. Officials had on Wednesday removed
Plastic use to be banned soon in Nirmal district
District Collector suggests meaningful interactions between technology students and farmers to develop agriculture
Economic Survey 2020 pitches divestment in public sector undertakings
Economic Survey says public sector units performed better than peers after privatisation
‘Fatalities can be avoided only if blood diseases are detected in time’
Health staff asked to take such cases to the notice of nodal hospitals
Delhi Assembly elections | 10,000 ‘green buses’, 200 new schools promised in BJP manifesto
The party also resolved to “allow” the continuance of the flagship power and water subsidies implemented by the Aam Aadmi Party government.
Medical camps in Nagoba jatara reveal a worrying trend in tribal health
Unbridled usage of pain killers by the aboriginal people is leading to kidney damage and other ailments, say doctors
Outcome-based education must to meet future challenges, says Ambedkar varsity Vice-Chancellor
‘Improve faculty and infrastructure to get accreditation from NAAC’
Wanaparthy police’s novel idea to curb accidents
Police conduct awareness campaign for villagers living along NH
Trees being ‘killed’ on Idukki cardamom estates
Owner, workers of a plantation at Thondimala arrested for injecting chemicals into trees to destroy them
Little girl saw her father being strangled after 'bad guys' broke in... she still has nightmares and asks if they're coming back to 'hurt Daddy'
'It breaks my heart knowing she doesn't feel safe in her own home', her dad said in a statement read in court as Elliot Cummings was jailed
Woman could go on trial in summer accused of attempted murder in Cheadle Hulme
Lisa Walmsley, 50, appeared before a judge this morning
Teenager seriously injured after being stabbed in street in Salford
The 18 year-old was knifed in the street close to an MOT testing centre in Pendlebury police said
Cop arrested woman for drink driving before sleeping with her and starting relationship. They're still together... but he's in prison
He blocked her on Facebook. That should have been the end of it. It wasn't
Could Britain ever rejoin the European Union after Brexit?
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Manchester United told Bruno Fernandes is on 'another level' to Joao Felix
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Fernandes have posed together and the new Man Utd signing could make his debut vs Wolves at Old Trafford.
Mindless vandals will not stop ransacking this Stockport charity shop
"It is difficult to believe that someone could be so cruel as to target a charity shop again and again"
Michael Stipe Once Told Trump To ‘Shut Up’ During A Patti Smith Concert
Michael Stipe had no problem telling Donald Trump to "shut up" when their paths crossed. Stipe was on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" to promote his new book Our Interference Times: A Visual Record, but the topic turned to Trump who used the former R.E.M member's song “It’s the End of the World as…
Cynthia Erivo On Being Only Woman Of Colour In Leading Role For 2020 Oscars Race: It ‘Is A Real Eye-Opener’
Cynthia Erivo wishes she could celebrate with people of colour at this year's Academy Awards, but she finds herself alone among this year's nominees. Erivo, who up for Best Actress at the 2020 Academy Awards, opened up to The Hollywood Reporter about her mixed feelings. Erivo is proud to be recognized for her achievements but…
Jane Fonda To Bring Friday Drill Fridays To California, Announces First Demonstration In Los Angeles
Jane Fonda is wrangling more Friday Drill Friday supporters. The actress, who kicked started FDF demonstrations in Washington DC, hoping to get government leaders to address the climate crisis, announced that she will launch FDF's next phase across California, specifically in Los Angeles. Fonda has enlisted a number of her famous friends, including her "Grace…
Bruno Fernandes to make Man Utd debut against Wolves after completing transfer
Bruno Fernandes will train with his new teammates on Friday and is in line to feature against Wolves at Old Trafford
Barcelona pulled out of Cedric Bakambu transfer while striker was on flight to club
Former Villarreal striker Cedric Bakambu thought he was on his way to Barcelona from Chinese side Beijing Sinobo Guoan F.C
Woman sees grandfather on Google Maps Street View years after he died
A woman from Charlotte, North Carolina, discovered an image of her grandfather using Google Maps’ Street View feature
5 things we spotted from Bruno Fernandes' first Man Utd training session
The Portuguese star linked up with his new United teammates for the first time at Carrington on Friday afternoon, and he could feature against Wolves on Saturday
Coronavirus live tracker: Killer virus reaches UK - how far has it spread?
The map tracks the spread of coronavirus in real time, including Britain's first two cases, amid an outbreak that has killed more than 210 people in China
Milkman stabbed on his rounds after 'refusing to give youths a lift'
The dairy worker was attacked shortly before 5am in the Cheshire village of Tarporley and even wanted to continue on his round
LeBron James makes permanent tribute to Kobe Bryant with tattoo of NBA legend
Kobe Bryant was killed, alongside his daughter Gianni and seven other people, on Sunday after the helicopter he was travelling it crashed
Hollyoaks' new villain confirms truth over explosive Verity and Edward fan theory
EXCLUSIVE: Hollyoaks actor Joe McGann, who plays Tony Hutchinson's evil dad Edward, has responded to a huge fan theory
Coronavirus UK: Brit bus driver completely unfazed next to man in full hazmat suit
People have been quick to comment on the "poor coach driver" who doesn't even have a face mask on as Brit passengers are being taken by bus to Arrowe Park Hospital on the Wirral
Best luggage brands to invest in if you're looking for stylish suitcases
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Dementia sufferer, 87, 'pinned' to bed by carer who was allowed to keep working
The patient's family are furious after the support worker at Each Step care home in Blackley, Manchester, was allowed to continue working while authorities probed the incident
Alastair Stewart's former colleagues 'demand to know why he was forced out'
The veteran newsreader's former colleagues are reportedly demanding bosses tell them why he was forced to leave amid the race row over his tweet
Grieving dad touches coffin at funeral of his three children found dead in house
Conor, nine, Darragh, seven, and Carla McGinley, three, were discovered dead in their home - a burial is being held in Newcastle Cemetery and their grieving father has given a heartbreaking eulogy
Man shot dead after taking 20 people hostage during fake birthday party for daughter
More than 20 women and children were held hostage during a tense 10-hour stand-off with police n the village of Farrukhabad in Uttar Pradesh, India
Doctors remove huge hairball growing inside 30-year-old woman's ovaries since birth
The woman had sought medical help after suffering abdominal pain and surgeons found the large cysts in her ovaries, before pulling a mass of hair from her body
Builder kicked 60-year-old friend to death in row over £30 debt
A builder attacked his friend on Hoe Street in Walthamstow, London after he refused to pay £20 of his £30 debt
Bruno Fernandes makes promise to Man Utd fans as he prepares to make debut
Portugal international Bruno Fernandes put pen to paper on a five-and-a-half year deal after the Red Devils and could make his Manchester United debut this weekend
Man City allow Angelino to leave on loan transfer to RB Leipzig
Manchester City defender Angelino only returned to the Etihad six months ago - but he is on the move again as he seals a loan transfer to RB Leipzig
Man Utd transfer stance on Willian Jose after being offered loan deal for striker
Willian Jose has told Real Sociedad that he is keen to depart before Friday's transfer deadline and United have been offered the chance to usurp ex-boss Jose Mourinho
Woman falls in love with man 40 years her senior while working as his carer
Donna Brickell, 40, and Eric Morgan, 80, dated for one month before Donna's employer found out and she was forced to quit her job but she says she's the happiest she's ever been
Bruno Fernandes verdict as Man Utd told he's better than Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix
Bruno Fernandes put pen to paper on a five-and-a-half year deal with the Old Trafford club, and could make his Manchester United debut against Wolves this weekend
Pedestrian killed in A14 crash was wearing hospital gown, says first-aider
A first-aider who rushed to help a pedestrian killed in a crash said the dead man appeared to have just left West Suffolk Hospital.
Man jailed and banned from town centre after shouting abuse at public
A man has been jailed for seven weeks banned from Colchester town centre after being drunk and abusive to members of the public on several occasions.
'Polar opposite' displays, strike partnerships and his own form - Keane looks ahead to crunch Peterborough clash
Ipswich Town striker Will Keane says the team needs to get back to doing what they're best at following two 'polar opposite' performances.
Salesman 'left householder in tears' in row over cancelled order, court hears
A man in his 70s who had survived a heart bypass and prostate cancer was reduced to tears by an aggressive salesman from a home improvement company when he tried to cancel an order for a new conservatory roof, a court heard.
Suffolk mum to open new high street shop
A brand new eco friendly shop is set to open its doors in a Suffolk market town next month.
Anger as 210 homes given green light after 8 hours of debate
Villagers are seeking legal advice on how to prevent future developments in their community after plans for a further 210 homes were approved.
Could any closed East Anglian railway lines be reopened as the government seeks to 'reverse Beeching?'
The government has announced it wants to 'reverse Beeching' by reopening long-closed railway lines - and has allocated a £500m to look at possible projects. Two lines in northern England have so far been identified.
Suffolk nursery 'inspires' children to learn, says glowing Ofsted report
Teachers at a Suffolk nursery have been described as 'driven and committed' by Ofsted inspectors who graded it as 'outstanding'.
Morrisons could be moving to redundant car dealership site
The John Grose Ford dealership in Framlingham is set to shut up shop today - as rumours circulate that Morrisons could be taking over the site.
20 new officers for Suffolk as council tax rise for police funding approved
Council tax bills in Suffolk are set to rise after an increase in the share of policing funding was approved.
Shoe Zone to close town centre store
A budget shoe retailer is to pull out of a west Suffolk town after reporting a slump in profits last year.
India snatch another super over victory against NZ
India snatched the fourth Twenty20 against New Zealand after yet another super over was needed to separate the two sides.
'Sweet Caroline' brings good times for Thiem after lights hitch
Dominic Thiem said a burst of 'Sweet Caroline' during a stadium lights malfunction helped calm his nerves as he fought back from a set down to reach the Australian Open final.
Localized Peer to Peer Lender Folk2Folk Reports Record Amount Invested via IFISA
Folk2Folk, a localized peer to peer lending platform, is reporting a "record year" regarding its Innovative Finance ISA (IFISA) offering during 2019. The comp
Ask a travel expert: How can I tell if my hotel room has bedbugs?
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Kyle Lowry says he was pushed by fan after diving into stands in Cleveland
Video showed the Raptors guard landed on two fans in the first row of seats and one appeared to press his hand on the six-time All-Star’s back as he returned to the floor
Burger King says it never promised Impossible Whoppers were vegan
Burger King said plaintiff Phillip Williams should have asked how Impossible Whoppers were cooked before ordering one
Man’s rights not infringed when personalized ‘Grabher’ licence plate was revoked, N.S. court rules
Lorne Grabher’s Nova Scotia plate was taken back in 2016 by the province’s Registrar of Motor Vehicles after the agency received a complaint from a woman who said it promoted hatred toward women
Michael Jacques can’t read or write. But he’s published a new book
Author Michael Jacques’s story is one of perseverance, a message he preaches as a public speaker
What’s heritage? Architect Joey Giaimo has a new answer
Joey Giaimo’s family home in old Mississauga shows how older buildings can form part of an ongoing conversation
‘Rich people own stocks. Poor people own houses’
A roundup of what The Globe and Mail’s market strategist Scott Barlow is reading today on the Web
Airbus paying $4-billion to settle corruption probe, exposing bribery allegations
The plane maker has been investigated by French and British authorities for suspected corruption over jet sales dating back over a decade
WHO representative says Ukraine able to cope with coronavirus
The death toll in China is now 213 people.
Zelensky thanks Pompeo for continuous support of Ukraine
The officials discussed the progress of reforms in Ukraine and trade relations between two countries.
Ukraine's JFO HQ reports enemy death toll in Donbas in January
Russian occupying forces' casualties in January totaled 83 people.
Coronavirus: China starts repatriating people to Wuhan as death toll hits 213 – media
Of the newly reported deaths, 30 were in Hubei's provincial capital Wuhan, where the virus was first reported, according to the Hubei health commission.
Afghanistan violence rises amid US-Taliban talks: Watchdog
SIGAR noted that attacks appeared to mirror progress in US-Taliban talks, with incidents dropping earlier in the year, then picking up again after US President Donald Trump temporarily halted negotiations in September.
Senate poised to acquit Trump as witness motion appears doomed
Democrats were particularly eager to hear from Bolton following reports that he claims in an upcoming book to have been personally told by Trump that military aid to Ukraine was tied to Kiev investigating his Democratic rival Joe Biden.
Failure to reach post-Brexit trade deal 'existential threat' to Ireland: PM
Johnson has said he wants Britain to set its own standards and regulations.
SIstani urges elections 'as soon as possible'
And while pressure from Sistani and the street forced Prime Minister Adel Abdel Mahdi to resign in December, he has stayed on in a caretaker capacity as political parties have yet to agree on a consensus replacement.
India snatch another super over T20 victory against New Zealand
The third match also ended in a super over with Rohit Sharma hitting sixes off the last two balls to get India home.
France's Orange avoids Huawei in 5G rollout
The decision comes as the United States puts pressure on European nations to shut out Huawei, accusing it of ties to the Chinese government that could give Beijing the potential to spy on classified communications.
France, Turkey lock horns in Mediterranean standoff
Macron has expressed exasperation with Erdogan on a string of issues, such as allegedly illicit energy exploration off Cyprus, the launch of a military operation in Syria without international consent, and contributing to what he termed the "brain death" of NATO.
Gayle takes his big hitting to Nepal's T20 league
EPL managing director Aamir Akhtar said it had taken months of negotiations to persuade Gayle to play in the Himalayan nation.
Man arrested in Dundalk on suspicion of passport offences - Talk of the Town
A 40-year-old man was arrested in Dundalk today on suspicion of falsifying passports. A statement from Gardaí said: “On Friday, 31st January 2020, an intelligence led operation was conducted by the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation (GNBCI), targeting persons suspected to be involved in serious and organised crime who operate at an international level....Read More→
Possible disruption to water supply in Tallanstown on Monday - Talk of the Town
Homeowners and businesses in Tallanstown may suffer disruption to their water supply this Monday. This is due to mains repair works due to be carried out in the Rathbrist area of the village from 10.30am to 6pm on the day. Irish Water has advised that those affected may experience low pressure or a water outage...Read More→
Border poll an 'absolute necessity' for Sinn Féin to enter government - Talk of the Town
Sinn Féin president Mary Lou McDonald has said that a border poll will be an “absolute necessity” as a pre-condition before the party enters government. Speaking on a visit to the Louth/Armagh border today, Deputy McDonald made clear that she would only be part of an Irish government that is committed to pushing for a...Read More→
McGahon vows to fight for cancer support services in Louth if elected - Talk of the Town
Fine Gael has committed to establishing a fund for local cancer support services. In Co Louth that will help many people who have the misfortune to be diagnosed with cancer if returned to government after next month’s General Election. That’s according to the party’s General Election candidate in this area Cllr John McGahon. He said...Read More→
Trump’s War Whisperer
"Fox & Friends Weekend" host Pete Hegseth has the president's ear on military matters.
Airbus ran ‘massive’ bribery scheme to win orders
European aerospace group to pay €3.6bn in penalties to regulators in France, UK and US
Donald Trump faithful stand by their man during his trial
President wages frenetic campaign to rally his base while Senate considers his future
Trump’s defence pushes boundaries of presidential power
Impeachment arguments could have lasting effect on scope of executive authority
Litecoin Price Analysis: LTC Surges 25% In A Week But Can Bulls Keep Up?
Among the top 20 cryptocurrencies, Litecoin is the best-performer after surging almost 15% under 24-hours. After correcting to $52 last weekend, buyers
Man United make deadline day move for Josh King
Bournemouth are scouring the transfer market to replace Manchester United target Josh King.
Iran calls US sanctions on nuke organization chief 'unwise'
Iran’s nuclear energy organization called recent sanctions on the head of the agency by the U.S. an “unwise move" that won't interrupt Iran's peaceful nuclear policies. The U.S. announced new sanctions Thursday against the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran and its director, Ali Akbar Salehi
Thousands on virus lockdown at China-backed plant in Indonesia
More than 40,000 workers at a vast Chinese-controlled industrial complex in Indonesia have been quarantined over fears about the spread of a deadly coronavirus strain which has killed more than 200 people in China, it said Friday. PT Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park has sealed off its nickel mining
Thailand China Outbreak
The holiday was over for almost 80 Chinese visitors to Thailand. Wuhan has been under tight lockdown as Chinese authorities seek to contain further spread of the virus. The virus outbreak has attached a measure of fear and loathing to the city's name, as was demonstrated Friday when another group
U.S. EPA Chief of Staff Is Headed to Top Coal Mining Group
(Bloomberg) -- EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler’s chief of staff is leaving the agency to work for the nation’s top coal mining trade group.Ryan Jackson is stepping down after three years at the Environmental Protection Agency to become the National Mining Association’s senior vice president of government
Conspiracy theorists are telling people to drink a dangerous bleach solution to cure or prevent coronavirus
Conspiracy theorists and internet vaccine skeptics are making false claims that a bleach solution called "miracle mineral solution" cures coronavirus.
Bernie Sanders Brings Energy Into Iowa Race, Iowa Democratic Chair Says
(Bloomberg) -- Bernie Sanders has worked his way to the top of a crowded field of Democrats in Iowa through an energetic organization and big rallies that have brought new voters into the caucus process, the Iowa Democratic Party chairman said Friday.Chairman Troy Price, speaking to a Bloomberg News
Trump acquittal 'meaningless' without witnesses: top Senate Democrat
US President Donald Trump's expected acquittal in his impeachment trial will be a hollow victory if the trial does not call any witnesses, top Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer said Friday. "This country is headed towards the greatest cover-up since Watergate," Schumer said ahead of what could
The Day Europe Told the U.S. to Cut Out the Threats Over Iran
(Bloomberg) -- European diplomats drew a line in the sand this month, telling U.S. officials their bullying tactics wouldn’t help marshal support for President Donald Trump’s Iran policy.The firm response came in a conference call in early January when a senior State Department official threatened European
John Delaney Bows Out of Democratic Race on Eve of Iowa Caucuses
(Bloomberg) -- John Delaney, the first candidate to join the 2020 race, is ending his presidential campaign only days before the first-in-the-nation Iowa caucuses.The former three-term Maryland congressman said he made the decision because he realized that he would not reach 15% in any precinct in Iowa
EU court will not intervene in Croatia-Slovenia border dispute
The European Union's top court ruled on Friday that it had no jurisdiction to settle a border dispute between Slovenia and Croatia, complicating Croatia's accession to the Schengen free-travel area. Slovenia had argued that its fellow EU member could be sued under EU law because it was not implementing
Lori Vallow didn't meet the Thursday deadline to turn her kids over to the state. Their grandma believes the 'monster' will face consequences.
Vallow had until Thursday to turn her children over to the state of Idaho. She missed it and is believed to still be in Hawaii.
Trump's impeachment trial might not wrap up today after all
Thought President Trump's impeachment trial was hours away from wrapping up? Think again.The Senate on Friday morning seemed headed toward acquitting Trump as soon as this evening, but The Washington Post is now reporting the impeachment trial is looking like it might actually last into next week
Kobe Bryant’s Helicopter Wasn’t Authorized to Fly in Heavy Clouds: Report
New questions are being asked about the helicopter crash in heavy clouds that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant and eight other people after it emerged that the company that owned the helicopter is not legally certified to allow its pilots to fly in conditions of reduced visibility that requires pilots to
Michigan prisoner is missing after being released in Ohio
Authorities searched Friday for a Michigan prison inmate who was recently transferred to Ohio to face drug charges but was improperly released after posting bond. Talleon Brazil has been free since $50,000 bond was posted on Jan. 21 in Scioto County, Ohio, said Chris Gautz, a spokesman at the Michigan
Hangings of Delhi bus gang-rapists postponed
The hanging of four men scheduled for Saturday for a notorious gang-rape and murder on a Delhi bus in 2012 has been postponed "until further orders," a court ruled Friday. The brutal attack on Jyoti Singh sparked weeks of demonstrations and shone a spotlight on the alarming rates of sexual
Egypt's population nears 100 million, putting pressure on resources and jobs
Sitting in her sister's apartment on a noisy Cairo street, Rania Sayed one day hopes to leave a city that is becoming more congested as Egypt's population ticks up to 100 million, a milestone it will pass next month. Like many others, she wants to move to one of the new satellite settlements
Man dies after woman trying to help him accidentally runs over him, police say
A man died Thursday after a woman who was trying to help him with a medical issue forgot to put her vehicle in park, and it ran over him, police said.
Maaret al-Numan is a key prize for the army in its push to reconquer Syria's last rebel enclave
Maaret al-Numan (Syria) (AFP) - Once the throbbing heart of the uprising against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime, Maaret al-Numan is an eerie ghost town where few buildings have been spared by nine years of war. Following a major ground offensive, the Syrian army captured the town in the
Hungary to build more prisons to tackle overcrowding, halt inmates' lawsuits
Hungary will begin an ambitious prison-building program in an attempt to stem a tide of costly lawsuits by inmates complaining of overcrowding and inhumane conditions, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday. Orban accused "business-savvy lawyers" of exploiting the conditions to launch
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here.
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Jamia Shooter Sent to 14-day Protective Custody by Local Court
The man, identified as 'Gopal' had chanted pro-Delhi Police and anti-Jamia slogans. He also shouted "Main Deta Hoon Azaadi" (I will give you freedom).
Delhi Assembly Election 2020: BJP Releases Election Manifesto
Nitin Gadkari speaks about Delhi's air pollution, water pollution as part of BJP manifesto.
Our Motto is to Not Give up Any Match Till The Last Ball is Bowled: Manish Pandey
Manish Pandey's 50 off 36 helped India set a competitive total after an early collapse saw them being reduced to 88/6.
'Narendra Modi is my PM as Well, You Cannot Break India's Unity', Kejriwal to Pak Minister
"We gave zero tolerance for interference by the biggest sponsor of terrorism. No matter how hard Pakistan tries, it cannot harm India's unity", said Delhi CM
1st T20I: Harmanpreet, Bowlers Shine as India Women Beat England by 5 Wickets
India's captain Harmanpreet hit 42 off 34, including the winning runs, in a tense run-chase against England in the first match of the women's T20I tri-series on Friday.
Let's move on: EU wants to keep big role after Brexit
BRUSSELS (AP) — As the United Kingdom prepared to bring to an end its 47-year EU membership, the bloc's top officials on Friday pledged to continue playing a prominent role “in the ever-louder cacophony of the world," despite the loss of a powerful affiliate.In a text published by several European media outlets, EU commission president Ursula von der Leyen, Parliament president David Sassoli and Council president Charles Michel expressed their regrets to see Britain leave but also sounded eager to turn the page, saying the U.K.'s departure marks “a new dawn for Europe.
Video: Impeachment trial of President Trump resumes
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's impeachment trial enters a pivotal week as his defense team resumes its case and senators face a critical vote on whether to hear witnesses or proceed directly to a vote that is widely expected to end in his acquittal. The articles of impeachment charge Trump with abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.Those decisions on witnesses may be complicated by reports that Trump said he wanted to maintain a freeze on military assistance to Ukraine until it aided political investigations into his Democratic rivals, That's from former national security adviser John Bolton in a draft of his forthcoming book. The report by The New York Times was later confirmed by The Associated Press.
Indian police rescue 23 children, kill alleged captor
LUCKNOW, India (AP) — Authorities rescued 23 children and killed the man who allegedly held them hostage for nearly 11 hours after inviting them to his home for his daughter’s birthday party in northern India, police said Friday.Officer Mohit Agarwal said two police officers were injured after the man, identified as Subhash Batham, fired at them on Thursday night as they tried to enter his home in Kasaria village in Uttar Pradesh state.The exchange of gunfire occurred after efforts to negotiate Batham's surrender over the phone had failed, police said.Agarwal said Batham was a suspect in a murder case who was out on bail.The incident occurred in Farrukhabad, a small town 300 kilometers (200 miles) southwes
Pompeo plays clean-up in Ukraine as Trump trial nears end
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — As the Senate lurched toward a vote to acquit President Donald Trump on impeachment charges, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo played clean-up in the country at the center of the inquiry on Friday.Visiting Ukraine, Pompeo denied the main allegations that prompted the investigation, contradicting witness testimony that Trump withheld critical military aid and a coveted visit to the White House for the nation’s leader in exchange for a corruption investigation into a political rival.In Kyiv, Pompeo also sought to distance himself from heated comments he reportedly made to a radio interviewer last weekend in which he questioned whether Americans actually care about Ukraine.
'Devil is in the details': Oklahoma lawmakers react to Stitt's health care plan
Gov. Kevin Stitt announced Thursday his health care plan that involves expanding Oklahoma’s Medicaid program to cover able-bodied, working adults through a block grant. Here’s how Republican and Democratic leaders in Oklahoma’s House and Senate responded to the governor’s proposal. House Speaker Charles McCall, R-Atoka: “I appreciate the governor’s leadership. He wants to roll out what he feels like is an Oklahoma plan. That is what the Legislature wants as well. We want a plan that works for our people here in the state of Oklahoma. We prefer a plan that is not a federal, crammed-down program, a one-size-fits-all, cookie-cutter approach to health care. I am very encouraged by the initial comments we heard.
Outburst directed at judge costs man accused in drive-by shooting
A man accused in a drive-by shooting did not help his case by yelling profanities at a judge, who found him in direct contempt and sentenced him to six months in jail. Juvenal Garcia is charged in Oklahoma County District Court with two felonies, including one count of using a vehicle to facilitate the intentional discharge of a firearm. Garcia, 24, cursed at District Judge Heather Coyle on Jan. 24, three days before the start of his scheduled trial. He called the judge a name after she questioned his sobriety and postponed his trial until August, authorities said. Assistant District Attorney David Nichols, who is prosecuting Garcia, said he was "stumbling all around" and appeared to be under the influence of marijuana.
Horn votes to limit Trump's war authority against Iran
Rep. Kendra Horn voted Thursday to limit President Donald Trump’s authority to attack Iran, as the Democratic House cleared legislation to reassert Congress’ power to declare war. Horn, D-Oklahoma City, said the resolutions, approved along mostly partisan lines, were “about Congress doing its job and setting clear strategic boundaries for the use of our Armed Forces globally.” The other four Oklahomans in the House, all Republicans, voted against the resolutions, one specifically focused on Iran and another with more broad application to the use of force in the Middle East. Rep.
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This Is the High Cost China Is Paying for Copying a Stolen Su-33 Russian Jet Fighter
A bad copy.
The House Bungled Impeachment—And It's Harming Americans
It's not just a hit on Donald Trump.
Bitcoin Will Be $8 Trillion Economy by 2030, Top Wealth Manager Explains Why
Bitcoin could become an $8 trillion asset by 2030, according to Andy Edstrom of California-based WESCAP Group. The wealth manager said the cryptocurrency
Bitcoin Actually Declines Off of Political Uncertainty, Bombshell Study Finds
It might not be a good idea to purchase bitcoin as an insurance asset against this year's nailbiting US presidential election. That is according to a new
Zuckerberg says he doesn’t need Facebook to be liked. That’s new
Mark Zuckerberg used to want everyone to like Facebook Inc. Now, he doesn’t care anymore.
XXXTentacion's Mom Settles Custody War Over Baby Gekyume
XXXTentacion's mom has managed to come to some kind of agreement with Jenesis Sanchez over the custody of the late rapper's daughter.
Trump impeachment trial: Senate votes loom on witnesses, Trump's fate
The Senate vote on witnesses Friday could end in a tie, but it's considered unlikely the chief justice would decide the question.
Politicians protest over India's controversial new citizenship law
Opponents of India's controversial new citizenship law have held a protest in New Delhi.
Children held hostage after party invite, captor killed by Indian police
The hostage-taker kept the children in the basement and was drunk when he was shot by police.
Trump impeachment: Democrats dealt major blow in witness battle
Democrats needed four Republican senators to side with them in a vote to call more witnesses in the impeachment trial against President Donald Trump.
Sanders, Biden are neck-and-neck in new NBC/WSJ national poll
The two Democratic presidential contenders are statistically tied but Sanders has an edge in loyalty of his supporters.
Derry woman takes Irish citizenship battle to the US
A Derry woman who is challenging a court ruling, that she is a British citizen and not Irish, is taking her campaign to the United States claims this contravenes the Good Friday Agreement. Emma DeSouza is set to travel to Washington, New York, Philadelphia and Boston next week on a 10-day trip in a bid to highlight...
Birmingham man jailed for forced marriage attempt in Pakistan
A Birmingham man who tried to force his niece into an arranged marriage and threatened her with a gun when she refused has been jailed.
Senate to vote on Trump trial witnesses with end in sight
Voting on the witness question is expected late on Friday after hours of debate.
Each will fight for their interests, says EC president on ’emotional’ Brexit day
Ursula von der Leyen described it as ‘a very emotional day’.
Weinstein rape accuser tells trial she tried to fight off his advances in hotel
The woman alleges Weinstein raped her in his New York City hotel room in March 2013 after injecting himself with medicine to induce an erection.
Lucrative speaking circuit helps David Cameron bank £836,000 profit in a year
Former prime minister Theresa May also earned close to £400,000 in the month of December alone through speaking engagements.
Birmingham man jailed five years after brutal New Year attack
A man has been jailed for more than 13 years for carrying out a savage attack after a New Year's Eve party in Birmingham five years ago.
Suspension of UK’s China flights ‘hits up to 35,000 passengers’
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic grounded flights to mainland China.
Thiem ready to take on the ‘king’ again
Thiem defeated Alexander Zverev to set up a final against Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open.
Construction boss jailed after illegal migrants found working on Midland Metropolitan Hospital
Illegal migrants were found working on the crisis-hit Midland Metropolitan Hospital site after a Home Office-led investigation.
Stuart Hogg confident Scotland can cause a Six Nations upset in Dublin
Full-back Hogg will captain his country at the Aviva Stadium bidding to end a losing streak dating back to 2010.
Man ordered to pay £4,500 after car caught fly-tipping on hidden cameras
A man has been ordered to pay more than £4,500 after hidden cameras twice caught his car being involved in fly-tipping.
Dita Von Teese: I often felt like I was preyed upon as a teenager
The Queen of Burlesque said it was ‘important’ women felt free to talk about their experiences.
Airbus £830m settlement over UK bribery prosecution approved by High Court
The figure is the largest ever for a Deferred Prosecution Agreement and amounts to more than all previous similar settlements combined.
Teenager stabbed in attack near Sainsbury's in Wolverhampton
A teenager was taken to hospital after being stabbed close to Sainsbury's in Wolverhampton.
Knife Angel to come to Wolverhampton on April 1
The Knife Angel will visit Wolverhampton for a month from April 1.
WATCH: Nigel Farage sends message to Dudley for 'standing firm' on Brexit
Nigel Farage has paid tribute to the people of Dudley for "standing firm" on Brexit.
Nuno says Wolves duo Willy Boly and Diogo Jota fit enough to start at Manchester United
Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo says defender Willy Boly and attacker Diogo Jota are fit enough to start against Manchester United.
Slaven Bilic outlines why he wanted Kamil Grosicki and Callum Robinson
Head coach Slaven Bilic has outlined why he wanted to sign winger Kamil Grosicki and forward Callum Robinson this month.
Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties
Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.
Nissan calls for clarity over post-Brexit trade deal
Businesses are likely to face significant changes in the way they trade, says chambers of commerce.
Pedestrian still critical after Dudley town centre bus crash
A pedestrian who was hit by a bus in Dudley yesterday is still critically ill in hospital.
Dead pregnant woman shoved out of car in Brooklyn, boyfriend in custody
A pregnant woman whose body was pushed out of a car in Brooklyn is dead, and now, her boyfriend is in custody.
Trump supporters speak out about 2020 policy concerns at New Jersey rally
President Trump's "Promises made, Promises kept" campaign rally in Wildwood, New Jersey
Suspect charged with murder in death of 64-year-old man found in Manhattan apartment
Police took a suspect into custody in the murder of a 64-year-old man killed inside his Upper East Side apartment.
Kobe Bryant crash: Helicopter owner Island Express suspending tours, other flight operations
Island Express, the company that owns the helicopter involved in the fatal crash that killed Kobe Bryant and eight others, has suspended its other helicopter operations.
Harvey Weinstein rape accuser testifying in pivotal trial moment
The woman whose rape allegation led to criminal charges against Harvey Weinstein was testifying Friday in a pivotal moment for both sides in his #MeToo-era trial.
Suspect charged in attack on transgender woman in West Harlem
Authorities have formally charged the suspect who was arrested connection with a disturbing attack on a transgender woman in West Harlem.
Harvey Weinstein rape accuser to testify in pivotal trial moment
The woman whose rape allegation led to criminal charges against Harvey Weinstein is set to testify Friday in a pivotal moment for both sides in his #MeToo-era trial.
Trump impeachment trial: Key Republican senator says no to witnesses
Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander will oppose calling more witnesses in President Donald Trump's impeachment trial, all but dashing Democratic efforts to hear more testimony and boosting odds the Senate will vote imminently to acquit without new testimony.
Dad smothered 1-month-old baby to death with pillow in Bronx: Police
Authorities have charged a man they say smothered his infant son to death with a pillow in the Bronx.
Suspect in custody in murder of 64-year-old Upper East Side man
Police took a suspect into custody in the murder of a 64-year-old man killed inside his Upper East Side apartment.
Suspect charged in subway attack on transgender woman in Harlem
Authorities have formally charged the suspect who was arrested connection with a disturbing attack on a transgender woman in Harlem.
Funeral held for New Jersey woman who went missing for nearly 4 months
Family and friends gathered Friday to bid a final farewell to a New Jersey woman allegedly killed by her ex-boyfriend, who then took his own life.
Joe Burrow wants to play for team focused on winning
Former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow, in the mix to be drafted No. 1 overall by the Bengals, said having the distinction of being the top pick is as important as going to a franchise that's committed to winning.
QB Ryan Fitzpatrick spurns retirement, intends to return to Dolphins
Veteran quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick has decided against retirement and intends to play for the Miami Dolphins, with whom he is under contract for the 2020 season.
Splitty Makes It Easier To Grab A Piece Of The Travel Industry
Online travel platform Splitty enables merchants to expand their offerings to a wider base, and allows consumers to find deals better suited to their needs.
CFPB Sues Citizens Bank For Violating Truth In Lending Act
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against Citizens Bank over alleged violations of the Truth In Lending Act (TILA).
Kentucky couple makes public plea after accidentally donating wedding dress: 'I just want it back'
A Kentucky couple is pleading for help after accidentally donating a wedding dress to a local Goodwill.
Video claims to show woman swiping $20 from 84-year-old inside Bronx store
A heartless crook swiped a $20 bill from an 84-year-old woman inside of a Bronx bodega last Friday, police said.
Ted Cruz: Dems need Senate impeachment witnesses because they failed to prove their case
After key swing-vote Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., came out against additional witnesses ahead of the impeachment trial vote, Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, on Friday said that now the possibility of additional witnesses have “plummeted” and President Trump will be acquitted by Saturday.
Pennsylvania man's earache sign of rare infection: ‘It’s surreal how close I was to dying’
A 27-year-old Pennsylvania man is speaking out after he nearly lost his life to a rare syndrome that was triggered by a common ear infection.
John Delaney, first candidate in 2020 presidential race, drops out before Iowa caucuses
John Delaney, the former Maryland congressman who was the first Democrat to announce a run for the party's 2020 presidential nomination, withdrew from the race on Friday, citing a lack of support for his candidacy.
Liberal 'View' co-hosts call for Trump to hand over DNA after rape allegation: 'Clinton had to'
"The View" co-hosts called on President Trump to hand over a sample of his DNA to determine whether his genetic material is on the dress of a woman accusing him of rape.
Two in custody after Mar-a-Lago security breach
Two people have been arrested in South Florida Friday after breaching security checkpoints leading up to President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, police say.
US coronavirus evacuee says passengers being cautious on military base: ‘I’m still wearing my mask’
One evacuee said most people head straight to their rooms following dinner.
Stacey Abrams plans to be president by 2040
Abrams, who has not held an office higher than Georgia House of Representatives, says she plans to be the President of the United States by 2040.
'Wheel of Fortune' contestant's NSFW wrong answer draws giggles, support
A contestant on “Wheel of Fortune” captivated viewers after she ventured a rather risque guess during her game’s Bonus Round.
Dem leaders signal they won’t accept Trump acquittal as legitimate
Democrats signaled in the run-up to the looming conclusion of President Trump's impeachment proceedings that they'll simply refuse to accept his all-but-certain acquittal because his "sham" trial lacked proper witnesses and evidence.
Australian police warn public to stop taking pictures of wildfires
Australian officials are fed up with people trying to take pictures of wildfires.
Key Senate Republican comes out against impeachment witnesses, paving way for Trump acquittal
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Bernie Sanders is future of Democratic Party and may tip 2020 to Trump: pollster
A new national poll showed a startling divide among American voters and it is not between Republicans and Democrats. It is between younger and older Democratic voters and it may signal trouble for Democratic party in 2020.
Trump to roll back Obama-era ban on land mines
The Trump administration is loosening an Obama-era ban on certain kinds of land mines in an effort to give the U.S. military another tool on the battlefield, U.S. officials said.
Trump Senate impeachment trial live updates: Lawmakers to vote on witnesses
Lawmakers are to vote Friday on whether to hear from more witnesses in President Trump's Senate impeachment trial.
Maryland officer denied bail in handcuffed man's fatal shooting
A Maryland police officer has been jailed without bail after being charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a handcuffed man in his patrol car.
Trump appears to mock Pelosi by handing out pens during USMCA signing
The president laughed as he handed out pens, appearing to mock House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., for a gesture many saw as distasteful.
Venezuela’s Guaido hoping to score meeting with Trump in Florida this weekend
Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó is hoping to meet President Trump for the first time this weekend after he wraps up an international tour with what is anticipated to be a massive rally in Miami.
Christians 'persecuted even after death' as China cracks down on religious funerals: report
China's Communist Party is using regulations that restrict religious freedom to crack down on Christian funerals, in one case arresting a family member mid-service, according to a watchdog group.
Britain set to leave the European Union, nearly 4 years after Brexit vote, 3 prime ministers
The United Kingdom is leaving the European Union Friday, becoming the first country to leave in its 62-year history.
Сannibal ‘shot girlfriend dead then dismembered her 10-year-old daughter and ate her liver’
A MONSTER step-dad shot his girlfriend, execution-style before strangling her ten-year-old daughter and devouring the child’s liver. Sergiy Lubenko, 40, is standing trial in Ukraine after cop…
Student paramedics to receive yearly £5,000 payment support
For the first time under NHS funding, student paramedics will receive £5,000 a year to support them whilst they are at university
My dislike of swimming makes me feel un-Australian
My complex about swimming is linked to my identity as an Australian.
Report: Weapons used in farmer/herder conflicts linked to Nigerian security agencies
Some of the weapons used in the conflicts between farmers and herders in the country have been traced to Nigerian security agencies, according to a report by Conflict Armament Research
Abaribe, Secondus lead protest to US embassy over sack of Ihedioha
Enyinnaya Abaribe, senate minority leader, and Uche Secondus, national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), have led a protest to the US embassy and the UK high commission in
Gunmen kidnap district head, son in Zamfara
Hassan Mohammed, district head of Gayari in Gummi local government area in Zamfara state, and his son have been abducted by suspected bandits.
Lai: Nigerians in Chinese town hit by coronavirus unwilling to return home
Lai Mohammed, minister of information, says the federal government is in touch with 16 Nigerians living in Wuhan, China. Coronavirus disease broke out in that part of the Asian country,
Ustaz Sold Drugs To His Students Saying It Would Help Them Study & Recite the Quran Better
An ustaz was arrested for selling drugs to his students, claiming that it would help them study and recite the Quran better. According to The Star, the religious leader from Madura, Northeast Java in Indonesia had been selling methamphetamine to students at an Islamic boarding school and reasoned that it…
How to become a millionaire – Anyone can do it
Here’s how to become a millionaire, anyone can do it! Including you. You just have to put your money and mind to it.
tix on sale: Napalm Death, Dead Can Dance, Sharon Van Etten/Real Estate, 1975, more
Plus: Caribou, Ty Segall's Fuzz, Sammy Hagar, Millencolin/A Wilhelm Scream, John Fogerty, My Chemical Romance, Roger Waters, and more NYC-area shows on sale.
Woman With 31 Fingers And Toes Branded “Witch” By Neighbours
A woman in India with a record 31 fingers and toes has been branded a 'witch' by her superstitious neighbours. Kumari Nayak has polydactylism – a common abnormality at birth where the person has extra fingers and toes.
Gokada, Max motorcyclists protest Lagos ban on motorcycles
Hundreds of motorcyclists are protesting the ban on the operations of commercial motorcycles in six local governments in Lagos.
Countries ban China arrivals as virus death toll hits 213
Singapore and Mongolia slapped sweeping bans on arrivals from China on Friday and the United States told its citizens to avoid the country after a global health emergency was declared over a viral epidemic that has killed 213 people.
Court orders halt to Tarkwa Bay waterfront evictions
A court in Nigeria's economic capital Lagos on Thursday ordered the military to halt forced evictions of Tarkwa Bay after thousands of people were evicted.
Police confirm arrest of 18-year-old for allegedly raping 70-year-old grandmother
The police in Plateau on Friday confirmed the arrest of an 18-year-old man, Marvellous Luka, who allegedly raped his 70-year-old grandmother.
Osinbajo, LCCI discuss economy, Apapa gridlock, others
The Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Friday received a delegation of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), led by its President, Mrs Toki Mabogunje at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Coronavirus: FG will not stop Nigerians from travelling to China – Mohammed
The Federal Government will not stop Nigerians from travelling to China or any other country where coronavirus has manifested.
Nigerian embassy in China still lists Jonathan as president five years out of office
Despite Nigeria’s strong ties with China, Nigeria’s embassy website in China meant for information source and consular services is replete with outdated information. In fact, the embassy website still lists former President Goodluck Jonathan as Nigerian leader after five years after he was voted out of the office. Also, Aminu Wali still appears as Minister […]
Pressure mounts on Iraq to choose PM as cleric calls for new protests
Pressure mounted on Iraq's political elite Friday to nominate a new premier, after a stern sermon from the country's top Shiite authority and a call for fresh protests by firebrand cleric Moqtada Sadr.
Police probe attack on home of Man Utd chief Ed Woodward
Police have launched an investigation into an attack on the home of Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward as fans' frustrations mount over the plight of the 20-times English champions.
Sister didn't want to report mother missing, court told
The son of a woman whose body was found chopped up in the Wicklow mountains, has told the Central Criminal Court that his sister did not want to report her missing.
'Substantial' votes hinge on key policy issues - poll
Party policies on pay, healthcare, housing, childcare and flexible working hours are likely to sway the votes of "substantial majorities" of the State's 300,000 employees in next week's election, according to a poll funded by the largest public service union Fórsa.
Varadkar rejects claims of ratcheting up Brexit fears
Fine Gael Leader Leo Varadkar has rejected claims that he has tried to frighten people into voting for his party by ratcheting up fears over Brexit.
Employment scheme supervisors to strike over pensions
Supervisors in community employment schemes around the country are to hold a 24-hour strike on 14 February in a long-running dispute over their pension rights.
Irish citizens taken to hospital after China evacuation
Three Irish people have been brought to a British hospital for quarantine, after being evacuated from the city of Wuhan in China.
Teens arrested, garda injured following burglaries
Two teenagers and a young man have been arrested in Dundalk and a Garda injured following a number of burglaries in Dublin and a pursuit n the M50 and M1.
Nairobi-based lobby urges Treasury to rescind decision on implementation of turnover tax
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – A Nairobi based lobby group representing small traders has appealed to the Ministry of Treasury to halt the implementation of the Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
Ruto urges balanced BBI debate focused on citizens’ concerns
THIKA, Kenya, Jan 31 – Deputy President William Ruto has urged politicians not to make the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) discussions about political - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Appellate court overturns environment court decision on Kibos sugar mill closure
KISUMU, Kenya, Jan 31 – The Court of Appeal in Kisumu has revoked a decision by the Environment and Land Court ordering the closure of the Kibos Sugar - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Pilots sue American Airlines to halt China flights
WASHINGTON, United States, Jan 31 - US pilots on Thursday sued American Airlines to force the company to halt flights to China amid the virus outbreak now Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
President Kenyatta launches construction of Shs1.8bn Naivasha-Njabini Road
NYANDARUA, Kenya, Jan 31 – President Uhuru Kenyatta Friday launched the construction of Shs 1.8 billion Naivasha to Njabini road. The upgrading of the - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Nyoro inaugurated Kiambu Governor, takes over from impeached Waititu
KIAMBU, Kenya, Jan 31 – James Nyoro was Friday installed the Governor of Kiambu, following the Senate’s decision on Wednesday to uphold the impeachment of - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about virus online
Facebook says it's working to limit the spread of misinformation and potentially harmful content about the coronavirus as bogus claims about the ongoing outbreak circulate online.Kang-Xing Jin, . . .
Plastics ban can't be instant, restaurants warn Ottawa
OTTAWA — Canada's restaurant owners are eager to do their part to curb this country's addiction to plastics, their association says, but they want the government to leave time for them to adapt to a . . .
Catholic bishops urge Trudeau to scrap changes to assisted dying legislation
OTTAWA — The president of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has written to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to voice "very serious concern" about proposed changes to medical assistance in . . .
Where’s Wendy?
Paradise Valley Hotel 249 Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Clematis (03) 59684037 By WENDY HARGREAVES, fiveofthebest.com Why does a pub meal taste even better when you take a day trip to find it? On this occa…
Vietjet suspends all China flights - VnExpress International
Vietjet will stop all flights to and from China starting Saturday to try and limit the spread the deadly coronavirus.
Hanoians take action against Wuhan pneumonia - VnExpress International
Families across Hanoi are sending their children to the countryside, disinfecting their homes, and cancelling holidays to counter the coronavirus threat.
VN-Index plummets further amidst coronavirus crisis - VnExpress International
The benchmark VN-Index plunged 22.96 points, or 2.39 percent, to 936.62 Friday to reach its lowest level since February 11 last year.
Chinese visitors to Vietnam hit record high in Jan - VnExpress International
January saw tourists from China to Vietnam post record high growth though new coronavirus fears prompted the country to clamp down on Chinese arrivals 10 days prior.
Harvey Weinstein hired private investigators to target his accusers, court told
Harvey Weinstein hired private investigators to meet with journalists and track down his accusers...
Coronavirus: Government 'examining immigration position' of Chinese nationals
The Department of Justice says it is "examining the immigration position of Chinese nationals" as...
Three arrested after cross-county car chase from Dublin to Dundalk
Three men have been arrested after a cross-county car chase lasting for over 100km.It happened a...
Simon Coveney on Brexit: "Everybody loses here"
Tánaiste Simon Coveney has said he feels "sadness" as Britain leaves the European Union.The UK ...
Army sets up quarantine facility in Manesar for 300 students returning from Hubei
An Air India flight was sent to Wuhan on Friday to bring back the Indian students stuck in Hubei province, the epicentre of coronavirus. The flight is expected to reach India at around 2 am on Saturday.
Delhi polls internal matter of India, will not tolerate Pakistan's interference: Arvind Kejriwal
"Narendra Modi ji is the Prime Minister of India. He is my prime minister too. The election of Delhi is an internal issue of India and we will not tolerate the interference of the biggest sponsors of terrorism. As much as Pakistan tries, it cannot attack the unity of this country," Arvind Kejriwal said in a tweet.
Govt spend on social services up by 1.5% in six years: Eco Survey
According to the Survey, as a proportion of gross domestic product (GDP), the expenditure on social services has registered an increase of 1.5 percentage points during the period 2014-15 to 2019-20 from 6.2% to 7.7%, it said.
60 lakh informal workers, small traders enrolled under new pension schemes: President
Last year, the government launched Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) and Pradhan Mantri Laghu Vyapari Maan-dhan Yojana (PM-LVM) for providing assured minimum pension of Rs 3,000 per month.
Intel Corp’s legal compliance counsel joins software firm Splunk
Basu started her career as an associate attorney at Ramfry & Sagar and then moved to K&S Partners. In the year 2008, she had joined countrys largest pure-play consumer company Hindustan Unilever as legal a manager from where she moved to GE HealthCare as legal counsel for South Asia in the year 2010.
BJP promises wheat flour at Rs 2, clean drinking water to every household
BJP's manifesto was released in presence of Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Prakash Javadekar, Harsh Vardhan, party's Delhi unit president Manoj Tiwari and MPs. Addressing the media, Nitin Gadkari said the party will run the "bullet train" of development in the national capital.
Stage set for gradual recovery in broader markets over next year: Sunil Subramaniam, Sundaram MF
Things are not going to recover right from tomorrow but over the next three to six months, one can definitely see the underpins of an economic recovery, says Sunil Subramaniam, MD & CEO, Sundaram Mutual Fund.
Buy local products for 'better tomorrow'; efforts on to make India $5 tn economy: Prez Kovind
President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday exhorted people to use locally manufactured products for a "better tomorrow" as he reiterated the government's commitment to make India a USD 5 trillion economy.
Leaders of 14 opposition parties wear black arm bands during president address to protest against CAA, NRC
The opposition leaders earlier also staged a protest outside Mahatma Gandhi's statue in Parliament complex and raised slogans against the government while standing in solidarity with those protesting against the National Population Register (NPR), National Register of Citizens (NRC) and Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).
F&O: Over to Budget; banking stocks only hope as bears rule
India VIX moved up 3.38 per cent to 17.36 level.
ITI further extends FPO to Feb 5; issue subscribed 58% so far
Services of public sector banks were impacted as employee unions went on a two-day nationwide strike from Friday to press for wage revision.
More documents needed to open a restaurant than to buy a pistol, says Economic Survey 2019-20
36 approvals are required to open a restaurant in Bengaluru, Delhi requires 26, and Mumbai 22.
Google says govt needs to allay fears before mandating sharing of non-personal data
Chetan Krishnaswamy, director of public policy at Google, said there were concerns around intellectual property rights, possible de-anonymisation of personal data, legal liabilities and a lack of safeguards. He made these comments at a panel discussion at ITechLaw conference in Bengaluru on Friday.
Notable turnaround in mineral production due to policy reforms: Survey
India produces as many as 95 minerals which include 4 hydrocarbon energy minerals, including coal and lignite; 5 atomic minerals, 10 metallic, 21 non-metallic and 55 minor minerals.
Global thermal coal prices to fall following coronavirus outburst in China
Thermal coal imports into China are also likely to slow for a time. Already there are reports of Indonesian coal producers being asked to delay loadings. As the largest supplier of coal to China, Indonesia has the most to lose if the situation worsens and electricity demand weakens.
Eco Survey flags 'disproportionate dwarfism' of Indian banks, calls upon PSBs to become efficient
Flagging 'disproportionate dwarfism' of banks, Economic Survey called upon PSBs to become efficient.
Coronavirus outbreak: 6 suspected cases admitted to RML hospital
Five persons self-reported to the Ram Manohar Lohia hospital, designated to deal with such cases, with respiratory problems and fever, hospital sources said.
Man charged with hate crimes for allegedly spitting on transgender journalist
Cops busted a 26-year-old man on hate crime charges for allegedly spitting on a transgender journalist, police said Friday.
Wanted woman calls out cops for using ‘trailer trash’ mugshot of her
A wanted Aussie woman couldn’t hold her tongue after police posted a “trailer trash” mugshot of her on Facebook — attracting hundreds of comments.
Delta, American airlines halt flights to China amid coronavirus outbreak
The two largest US airlines plan to suspend all flights to China amid the country’s mushrooming coronavirus crisis. American Airlines is halting trips to and from mainland China on Friday
Green energy could now be cheaper than fossil fuels thanks to breakthrough
Australia is on fire. Antarctica’s “Doomsday Glacier” is melting. Last year was the second hottest year on record. The six hottest years in all of recorded human history? The last
Facebook to remove posts spreading coronavirus conspiracy theories
Facebook plans to take down posts spreading false claims and conspiracy theories about the deadly coronavirus in an unusually aggressive effort to tackle misinformation.
Philadelphia father faked home invasion, charged in death of 4-year-old son
A Philadelphia dad who claimed a home invader killed his 4-year-old son was lying, and is now facing charges in connection with the tot’s death, according to reports. Edward Williams, 28, was
Senate expected to block new witnesses in Friday impeachment session
The impeachment trial of President Trump faces a climactic vote on Friday, when senators will decide whether to call witnesses and prolong impeachment proceedings or bring them to a swift conclusion.
Helicopter in Kobe Bryant crash wasn’t certified for instruments-only flight
Ara Zobayan was licensed to fly using instruments alone, but the operating certificate by the Federal Aviation Administration limited Island Express Helicopters’ pilots to fly only under visual
Jewish couple sues American Airlines after being kicked off flight for ‘body odor’
A Jewish couple from Michigan is suing American Airlines for discrimination after being booted off a flight last year – claiming the crew raised a stink about their alleged body odor.
Oil Climbs as WHO Declares Emergency, but Opposes Travel Restrictions
Oil prices rose on Friday but were still set for a fourth consecutive weekly loss, as markets attempted to assess the economic damage of the coronavirus that has spread from China to around 20 countries, killing more than 200 people. Brent crude LCOc
Kushner Hopes Israel Would Wait for Polls before Any Step in West Bank
The US president's adviser and son-in-law, Jared Kushner, hoped on Thursday that the Israeli government would wait until after the country’s March 2 elections to move forward with implementing new policies on settlements. “The hope is that they’ll wa
Israel Tightens Security After Trump Deal but Prayers Pass Calmly
Israel stepped up security in Jerusalem's Old City Friday after US President Donald Trump enraged Palestinians with his controversial peace plan, but weekly prayers at the flashpoint Al-Aqsa mosque passed off calmly. The plan released on Tuesday was
Bill Gates' Daughter Gets Engaged to an Egyptian
Bill Gate's daughter, Jennifer, has got engaged to fellow equestrian Nayel Nassar, Britain’s The Daily Mail reported. The eldest daughter of Bill and Melinda Gates who is 23, announced in a romantic Instagram post that she is getting married to the y
Former US President Carter Says Trump Mideast Plan Violates International Law
Jimmy Carter said Thursday that President Donald Trump's Middle East plan would violate international law and urged the United Nations to stop Israel from annexing Palestinian land. "The new US plan undercuts prospects for a just peace between Israel
Iraq: Sistani Slams Use of Force Against Protest Camps, Calls for Early Election
Iraq's leading Shiite cleric, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, on Friday condemned the use of force to disperse protest camps across the country, as security forces stepped up a crackdown against demonstrators. Protesters across Iraq are seeking the r
Japan tells citizens to avoid non-essential travel to China
Japan is advising its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to all of China over the risks of a deadly coronavirus outbreak, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Friday.
10,000 Chinese tourists cancel trips to Bali over coronavirus fears: Travel group
The chairwoman of Indonesia Travel Agent Association, Elly Hutabarat, said on Thursday that there were cancellations both ways, from China to Indonesia and Indonesia to China.
Indonesian rescue plane to fly to virus-hit Hubei in less than 24 hours
Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi said she had met with Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia Xiao Qian, during which the Chinese envoy had given clearance for Indonesian aircraft to land in Hubei and evacuate the country’s stranded citizens.
Chinese planes to bring overseas Wuhan citizens back to virus-hit city
China sent two planes to Malaysia and Thailand on Friday to bring "stranded" Hubei province residents back to the virus-stricken city of Wuhan, authorities said.
Indonesian diplomats descend on virus-hit Wuhan to rescue trapped citizens
Faizasyah said the scheme of the evacuations – the schedule of which was still awaiting confirmation from President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo -- would be efficient and effective.
Relatives anxiously await return of Indonesians trapped in coronavirus epicenter
"We chat almost all the time. We talk via video call two or three times a day. We do everything to make sure she’s alright," one woman says of her niece.
Lakers owner Jeanie Buss called Kobe Bryant 'family' in an emotional tribute and said he inspired her to be a strong female leader in the NBA
Jeanie Buss recalled a 2013 lunch with Bryant and his daughter Gianna — also killed in Sunday's crash — that she said still gave her strength.
A 15-year-old Australian tennis player has died after collapsing during a training session in Nepal
Kent Yamazaki was preparing for the Kathmandu ITF Juniors when he fell unconscious, subsequently falling and hitting his head on the court.
You can buy a flight from Hong Kong to New York for $201. The catch? You have to stop in Wuhan for 6 hours.
Wuhan, a city in central China, is at the epicenter of a global coronavirus outbreak that has infected almost 10,000 people and killed over 200.
Democrats' plan to call witnesses in Trump's impeachment trial looks as good as dead
The motion to call witnesses requires a simple majority in the GOP-controlled Senate, requiring at least four Republican senators to vote yes.
Moment burglary suspect face-plants floor after climbing fence following break-in
Police have released footage of the suspect falling face-first into a garden after climbing a fence and are appealing to the public for help in identifying the man
Aldi wants to open a new, bigger Newport store next to Sainsbury's - but the council will try to stop it
Sainsbury's have objected to Aldi's plans to open a new supermarket next door
Nick Ramsay AM takes the Conservative Party to court to lift his suspension
The AM was suspended after he was arrested at his home on New Year's Day
Katie Hopkins tricked into flying to Prague to accept fake lifetime achievement award
The unbelievable prank was revealed after Katine's Twitter account was suspended on Thursday
Saturday Night Takeaway to return next month after two-year break
The Ant & Dec show was pulled after Ant McPartlin was arrested for drink driving in 2018
Mum told her son was dead by police - but then he answered the phone when she called
Anita McDonnell was devastated when police said her son had died. In disbelief, she rang his number- and her son picked up
Woman dies after being pulled from River Towy in Carmarthen
Emergency services were called to the scene on Thursday afternoon
Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Is Becoming a Big Topic in Asia
An official at Japan's central bank has signaled a willingness to embrace a digital yen & Cambodia is pushing ahead with it's own blockchain-powered currency
Bullish for Bitcoin: Mike Novogratz on BTC "Prospects Extremely Strong"
Novogratz became one of the most prominent people to delve into the Bitcoin space, having had a lot of clout on Wall Street.
Abuse from parents forces referees to refuse to work at matches
Organisers have called parents "an embarrassment" after refs faced a torrent of abuse
Six Nations: George Furbank set to start for England in Paris
Northampton full-back George Furbank is set to make his England debut against France in the Six Nations on Sunday.
Antonee Robinson: AC Milan agree £10m deal for Wigan defender
AC Milan have agreed to sign Wigan Athletic defender Antonee Robinson in a deal that could rise to £10m.
Samsung to Microsoft: The Xbox Series X should support ultrawide monitors
Speaking to PCGamesN, Samsung said it is pushing Microsoft to enable ultrawide aspect ratios on its consoles, possibly starting with the Xbox Series X that launches this holiday season. “We’re pushing, we’re talking,” a Samsung rep told the publication.…
Japanese billionaire cancels search for girlfriend to take on SpaceX trip
Back in 2018, Maezawa, who founded Japanese online clothing retailer Zozotown, had been named as the first passenger on Elon Musk’s SpaceX rocket flight around the moon, which is scheduled to take place in 2023. His original idea was to…
Sheffield Wednesday in talks for Wigan Athletic midfielder Josh Windass?
Sheffield Wednesday are reportedly looking to conclude a deal for Wigan Athletic midfielder Josh Windass before the end of the January transfer window.
Wolves unlikely to sign new striker?
Wolverhampton Wanderers are said to be "unlikely" to sign a new striker before the transfer deadline.
CJ Stander reveals he joked about Caelan Doris taking Ireland number eight role
Former Ireland Under-20 captain Doris is poised to make his international debut against Scotland.
Jack Collison tips Nathan Holland as West Ham United's brightest prospect
Former West Ham midfielder Jack Collison backs 21-year-old Nathan Holland to "get bums off seats" at the London Stadium if he is given a chance by David Moyes.
Eddie Howe hoping to keep Joshua King amid Man Utd interest
The Bournemouth striker was at Old Trafford as a youngster.
Manchester United 'reject chance to sign Willian Jose'
Manchester United reportedly reject an offer to sign Real Sociedad's £25m-rated striker Willian Jose on loan.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer not expecting any deadline day business for Man Utd
Eddie Howe did not rule out an exit for Joshua King.
Watch: Senate debates critical witness vote in Trump's impeachment trial
President Donald Trump's impeachment trial is scheduled to resume Friday afternoon, with senators voting on whether to include additional witnesses and documents.
Watch: Trump speaks on human trafficking amid coronavirus outbreak, impeachment trial
President Donald Trump is expected on Friday to announce plans for a new administrative position focused on combating human trafficking.
Snake reboot hits Xbox One next week
Did you play Snake on those Nokia phones back in the day? Did you spend hundreds of hours trying to get the largest snake possible over the course of many months?
Global scientists race to develop novel coronavirus vaccine
Medical researchers at home and abroad are working swiftly to develop a vaccine targeting the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), which has 9,731 confirmed cases in China and 101 cases overseas as of 2 pm on Friday.
US' China travel ban an 'overreaction' to WHO declaration
The US warning against traveling to China due to the novel coronavirus spread is an overreaction, which would greatly hurt global tourism and hinder people-to-people exchanges, Chinese experts say.
Italy to let passengers off cruise ship after coronavirus scare
Italy's institute for infectious diseases examined samples taken from a Chinese woman ill with fever
US issues 'Do Not Travel' advisory to China over Coronavirus
The State Department's advisory also suggested Americans in China to departing using commercial means
Farrukhabad captor's wife stoned to death after hostage crisis ends
After being beaten up by the locals, the woman was rushed to a hospital in a critical condition. However, she succumbed to her injuries
WHO declares global health emergency as coronavirus death toll climbs to 213
Many nations have already urged their citizens not to visit China, while some have banned entry for travellers from Wuhan
It's time to make noise about freeing Kylie Moore-Gilbert from Iran
A strategy of quiet diplomacy has failed to free Australian-British academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert from detention in Iran.
What to do when you want to apply for an internal position at your company
When applying for an internal role try to resist the temptation to treat the process more informally than you might an external role.
Wild weather cuts Elton John's Australian gig short
Elton John has been escorted offstage after torrential rain interrupted his outdoor show in Victoria's Yarra Valley.
Trump Asked John Bolton to Participate in the Ukraine Drug Deal: Book
A late-breaking allegation from former national security advisor and limitless war pep squad member John Bolton is likely to get Democrats’ hopes up–misguided as that maybe– for the potential calling of witnesses during the final hours of the Senate’s impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.
Senate GOP Sparks Outrage, Declares It Conducted a ‘Fair’ Trump Trial
Senate Republicans took to the ether for a victory lap and some backslapping late Friday morning—immediately prompting a surfeit of pique by describing the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump as “fair.”
Sen. Murkowski: Trump Impeachment Trial Can’t Be Fair, So No New Witnesses
Check out Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s (R-Alaska) excuse for voting against the Senate calling a single witness during the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.
Trump Trial Poised to Reach Predictable End in Senate: He Did It, So What?
House Democrats proved their case but it doesn’t matter–the Republican senator arguably most important for a vote to call new witnesses concluded on Thursday night. Retiring Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) composed a lengthy and remarkable Twitter thread explaining his rationale for backing the Mitch McConnell-led Senate’s effort to block new witnesses with first-hand knowledge of relevant events from testifying at President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial.
Cipollone ‘Must Come Clean’? Calls for Disciplinary Action Against WH Counsel Intensify
White House counsel Pat Cipollone played a starring role in the New York Times’s latest report on the details in John Bolton’s forthcoming memoir, The Room Where It Happened, raising even more questions about Cipollone’s candor and participation in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial.
Exclusive: Woman Says She Was Recruited as Teen to Be Powerful Church Leader’s ‘Sex Slave’
A California woman, Sochil Martin, has told the federal agents and California prosecutors that the men who ran her church recruited her as a high school teen in Los Angeles to become a “sex slave” for the leader of the Light of the World Church, which claims to have five million members in the United States, Mexico and 50 other countries around the world.
Authorities Arrest Man Who Allegedly Faked Death to Dodge Child Sexual Abuse Case
A nationwide manhunt is over. Jacob Blair Scott, a 43-year-old alleged sexual abuser, was arrested in Oklahoma around midnight on Wednesday, say authorities. Officials said it happened less than 24 hours after they announced they were adding him to their most wanted list, and initiated a media blitz.
N.S. court says man's rights not infringed when Grabher licence plate was revoked
A Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge has dismissed a claim by a man who says the province infringed on his freedom of expression when it revoked a licence plate personalized with his surname -- Grabher.
Ginni Rometty to Retire after 40 Years at IBM
With IBM CEO and President Ginni Rometty retiring, Big Blue looks set to have an influx of Red Hat blood, as Jim Whitehurst takes over as...
“Auntie, Go Inside!” China Turns to Drones to Enforce Coronavirus Quarantine
China has turned to technology to help keep its citizen compliant with quarantine procedures, using drones to castigate those...
Bangladesh evacuees head to Wuhan airport as China virus death toll mounts
The authorities have started moving the Bangladeshi students in Wuhan to the airport in the Chinese city for evacuation from the locked down epicentre of a deadly coronavirus outbreak.
AL leader Quader in 'stable condition' after hospital visit
Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader is now in a 'stable condition' after visiting the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University Hospital with sudden breathing problems.
Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fears
Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board on Friday after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said.
Bangladeshis listed as 'foreign observers' shouldn't be allowed in poll centres: Momen
Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen believes diplomatic missions have flouted election guidelines by registering its Bangladeshi staff members in Dhaka as international observers for the upcoming city polls.
Pilots, flight attendants demand flights to China stop as virus fear mounts worldwide
Pilots and flight attendants are demanding airlines stop flights to China as health officials declare a global emergency over the rapidly spreading coronavirus, with American Airlines’ pilots filing a lawsuit seeking an immediate halt.
Michael Stipe Once Demanded to Donald Trump’s Face That He “Shut Up”
Donald Trump was not one of the shiny happy people after a previous run-in with Michael Stipe, according to the former R.E.M. frontman. Check out the clip.
Woman Hospitalised After Being Hit By Scrambler In Dublin
A woman has been seriously injured after being hit by a scrambler bike in west Dublin.
Key issue touted as to why £20m Man Utd bid for 16-year-old starlet turned down
Red Devils fail to reach agreement...
Journalist dismisses talk Chelsea star could skip training to force deadline day exit
Exit unlikely on deadline day...
Limerick students hurt by 'insensitive' reminder of bus crash during pre-Leaving Cert exam
Students have been left shocked and upset by an “insensitive” reminder of a bus crash in a pre-Leaving Cert exam.
Saskatoon street robberies up more than 20 per cent in 2019
Last year, 175 robberies were reported to police in Saskatoon. That is a more than 20 per cent increase over the 144 reported in 2018.
Over 200 DP&L customers still without power in Montgomery County
— There are now over 200 Dayton Power & Light customers without power in Montgomery County.
Bicycle, walking paths big parts of $12M Salem Avenue upgrade, public hears
DAYTON — Dozens of Dayton residents turned out to learn more about the city's plan to spend $12 million to redo Salem Avenue, a three-phase project scheduled to begin in 2021.
30-second recap: Impeachment Trial Day 9
— For a second day, U.S. senators questioned House prosecutors and President Donald Trump’s defense attorneys in advance of a vote on Friday that will either lead to an ongoing impeachment trial or lead to an acquittal of charges for the president.
Germany under fire over reform of Nazi citizenship rules
Government blocks proposal to cement in law liberalisation of citizenship restitution
Dunne seeking US injunction against son, court hears
Developer seeking to prevent son accessing €14m from sale of Walford
Gardaí arrest three men after high-speed chase on M50 and M1
One garda taken to hospital after pursuit involving up to 20 patrol cars last night
Stakeknife inquiry could lead to 30 people facing charges, court hears
Developments disclosed during proceedings against Freddie Scappaticci , who denies spying
Thiem wins new-generation battle to reach Australian Open final
Dominic Thiem beats Alex Zverev to set up Melbourne Park decider against Djokovic
Trainer David Dunne has licence suspended for four months after appeal
Original €2,000 fine halved but appeals body concludes original penalty was unduly lenient
Teachers unlikely to face penalties for strike next week
‘Not constructive’ to talk about penalising teachers, says Government spokeswoman
Gwyneth Paltrow’s wellness products condemned by NHS chief
Simon Stevens says people are wasting money and taking risks because of misleading claims
Man with dementia and frostbite to be detained in hospital, court rules
Judge says highly educated man who had professional career was cursed by alcohol addiction
Woman wins appeal over family home possession order
Heather Cody alleges mortgage fraud against her husband and Bank of Ireland
Northern farmers ask Johnson for £300m to replace CAP payments
Estimates suggest that the majority of farmers rely on EU payments for at least 60% of farm income
Irish in Wuhan: ‘In 24 hours, everything changed’
Wuhan and its people have shown tremendous spirit in response to coronavirus crisis
Hundreds of schools face closure on Tuesday due to teacher strike
Meeting between TUI and public service oversight group ends without breakthrough
Manchester United eyeing Bournemouth’s Joshua King
Eddie Howe says the decision on whether to sell the Norwegian striker not in his hands
Shrinking French and Italian economies hamper euro zone growth
Spectre of recession likely to mean more monetary easing by ECB
Sean Dunne initiates New York injunction proceedings against son
Dunne seeking to restrain son John Dunne from using funds held Cypriot firm
Election 2020: Rebuilding Ireland has failed, says Fianna Fáil
Party says Fine Gael has displayed lack of understanding about housing crisis
Comment: An Apple wireless charger makes sense even if it isn’t AirPower
It was reported earlier this week that we might see an Apple wireless charger after all, despite the AirPower debacle. Some have suggested this isn't ...
Forecast: Cold front to bring in more clouds and showers
Trade winds will return to the western islands today as a cold front brings in clouds and showers favoring windward and mountain areas.
Police: Dad ‘made up’ home invasion after 4-year-old son shot himself in Philadelphia home
A father who claimed his 4-year-old son was killed in a home invasion robbery has now been charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Impeachment: Rep. Demings brings law and order to House managers team
Jan. 30 (UPI) -- Rep Val Demings is relying on her background as an Orlando, Fla., police chief, as she navigates perhaps her highest profile role yet -- that as a House manager in President Donald Trump's impeachment trial.
Israeli forces hit Hamas in retaliation for rocket attack
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Israel Defense Forces launched a counterattack late Thursday along the Gaza Strip, hours after officials said Hamas fired rockets into Israel.
Watch live: Senate to hold key vote on impeachment witnesses
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump could be acquitted Friday in his Senate impeachment trial, now that adding witnesses and new evidence to the proceeding appears unlikely.
U.S. sanctions Iran's atomic power chief for nuclear violations
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The U.S. Treasury has imposed fiscal sanctions against Iran's nuclear energy chief and ordered his U.S.-linked assets frozen, amid ongoing tensions between the Washington, D.C., and Tehran.
Montana ranchers, conservationists lock horns over free-ranging bison
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- A new state plan to allow bison to be categorized as wildlife has pitted Montana ranchers and livestock producers against conservationists.
Pentagon now says 64 troops injured in Iran strike
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The Pentagon has again revised up the number of U.S. soldiers diagnosed with brain injuries following an Iranian missile attack on U.S. bases in Iraq earlier this month to 64.
Trump to create White House czar to fight, prosecute human traffickers
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump announced an executive order Friday to create the office of a human trafficking czar, expanding the White House's domestic policy office to focus on ending what the administration has called "modern day slavery."
Britain readies to leave EU Friday night, begin 11-month transition
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Britain is preparing to officially leave the European Union on Friday in a largely symbolic but historic moment, after more than three years of debate and bitter division over an uncertain future.
Escaped cow leads police on chase through Texas neighborhood
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- A cow jumped a fence in Texas and led police and witnesses on a chase down Rodeo Street before being lassoed and brought home.
Report: Human-to-human spread of coronavirus occurred in December
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Chinese health experts say human-to-human transmission cases of the deadly coronavirus in the central Chinese city of Wuhan were occurring in December, although local authorities were ruling out secondary infections at the time.
Demi Lovato says coming out to parents was 'beautiful' moment
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Demi Lovato is looking back on the "emotional" but "beautiful" moment when she came out to her parents.
Impeachment: Senate vote busts Democrats' push to call witnesses
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The Senate on Friday voted 51-49 against a motion to subpoena witnesses and documents in President Donald Trump's impeachment trial.
Democrat John Delaney drops out of 2020 presidential race
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Former Maryland congressman John Delaney, the first Democrat to announce a run for president in 2020, dropped out of the race Friday.
White House announces new position to address human trafficking
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The White House said Friday morning that it will create a new position in its Domestic Policy Council to address human trafficking.
Trump impeachment trial: Key Republican senator says no to witnesses
This means the Senate likely will vote soon to acquit Trump.
Police searching for gunman in deadly shooting outside strip club in Van Nuys
An argument outside a strip club in Van Nuys turned violent when a suspect pulled out a gun and shot a man, according to police.
Billie Eilish dragged a YouTuber who dressed up like her in public, saying: ‘You make me look bad’
Billie Eilish has had enough of people pretending to be her in public.
The man who sat beside Billie Eilish at the Grammys originally had no idea who she was, but now says he’s ‘such a fan’
A British man who was seated next to Billie Eilish at the Grammys said he only discovered who she was just a few days before the event, but is now “such a fan.”
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here.
One of the emergency hospitals China is panic-building in Wuhan in response to the deadly coronavirus appears to be close to completion.
Conspiracy theorists are telling people to drink a dangerous bleach solution to cure or prevent coronavirus
As new cases of the Wuhan coronavirus are reported across the globe, online bootleggers are cashing in on another opportunity to sell a dangerous bleach cocktail that they claim can cure malaria, cancer, the flu, and even autism. Now proponents are claiming the chlorine dioxide treatment can also cure or protect against the coronavirus.
After a boxing win, Jake Paul is now trying to ‘avenge’ his brother by fighting the YouTuber who beat him
Jake Paul is wasting no time setting his sights on his next boxing match after decisively winning his first fight on Thursday night.
Delta just suspended China flights for longer than any other airline, a red flag as the unprecedented coronavirus wreaks havoc on the airline industry
Delta Air Lines said on Friday that it was suspending all its flights to China, becoming the first US airline to suspend all its routes to the country.
Trump claims Democrats ‘want to kill our cows, that means you’re next,’ in a bizarre attack in Iowa on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Green New Deal
President Donald Trump has launched a bizarre attack on the Green New Deal championed by progressive Democrats like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders, telling a rally in Iowa on Thursday night that “they want to kill our cows” and, eventually, American farmers.
‘A really shameful episode in our history’: Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump’s impeachment
Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.
UC Berkeley had to apologize for saying anti-Chinese xenophobia is a ‘normal reaction’ to the coronavirus
UC Berkley is attracting backlash for calling anti-Chinese xenophobia a “normal reaction” to the Wuhan coronavirus.
Here are all the US presidents who have been impeached
President Donald Trump became the third president in the history of the United States to be impeached.
Trump failed to slash healthcare benefits for the poor when his Obamacare repeal effort collapsed — so now he’s trying to do it on his own
The Trump administration unveiled a plan on Thursday to allow states the option of capping spending on health benefits for millions for Americans, likely prompting them to cover fewer people after Congress rebuffed the idea during the drive to repeal and replace Obamacare in 2017.
Weinstein accuser expected to testify about alleged rape, relationship with producer
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A onetime aspiring actress who prosecutors say maintained a relationship with Harvey Weinstein after he raped her because she felt “trapped” is expected to testify against the former Hollywood producer at his Manhattan criminal trial on Friday.
German coronavirus cases climb to six after child infected: ministry
BERLIN (Reuters) - A new coronavirus that is spreading around the world has been confirmed in a child in Germany, the southern state of Bavaria said on Friday, bringing the total number of known cases in Germany to six.
UK well prepared to deal with virus: PM Johnson's spokesman
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) is very well prepared to deal with the Coronavirus outbreak, Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s spokesman said on Friday.
China says U.S. move to raise travel warning is inappropriate
BEIJING (Reuters) - The United States’ decision to raise its warning level for travel to China is not in line with the facts and is inappropriate, a spokeswoman at the Chinese foreign ministry, Hua Chunying, said on Friday on the ministry’s website.
Airlines suspend China flights because of coronavirus
(Reuters) - Airlines are suspending flights to China in the wake of the new coronavirus outbreak.
Companies in Beijing to resume work on February 10 due to virus fight: government newspaper
BEIJING (Reuters) - China’s capital Beijing said on Friday that companies in the province will postpone reopening until Feb. 10 in order to help prevent the spread of a new coronavirus, government newspaper Beijing Daily reported.
Babos and Mladenovic win Australian Open women's doubles
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Timea Babos and Kristina Mladenovic won their second Australian Open women’s doubles crown in three years on Friday, beating top seeds Hsieh Su-Wei and Barbora Strycova 6-2 6-1.
Hungary to build more prisons to tackle overcrowding, halt inmates' lawsuits
BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Hungary will begin an ambitious prison-building program in an attempt to stem a tide of costly lawsuits by inmates complaining of overcrowding and inhumane conditions, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday.
Oman advises against travel to China due to coronavirus outbreak
DUBAI (Reuters) - Oman’s health ministry on Friday advised against travel to China because of the coronavirus outbreak.
Hong Kong leader rejects calls to close border despite virus fears
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam rejected calls from a medical union on Friday to close the border with mainland China to contain the spread of the new coronavirus, and urged health staff not to go through with a threatened strike.
Hong Kong leader rejects calls to close border despite virus fears
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam rejected calls from a medical union on Friday to close the border with mainland China to contain the spread of the new coronavirus, and urged health staff not to go through with a threatened strike.
British, EU level trade playing field possible but difficult: Irish PM
DUBLIN (Reuters) - There is scope for the European Union and Britain to agree to maintain equal standards in a future trade deal, but coming to such an agreement will be hugely difficult, Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said on Friday.
Pope Francis promises to help Argentina in debt crisis, president says
VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Argentine President Alberto Fernandez said Pope Francis had promised him in a meeting to do everything he could to help with his homeland’s debt crisis.
Democrat Warren sends star stand-in to Iowa: her dog Bailey
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (Reuters) - Stuck in Washington as a juror in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial while rivals for the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination crisscross Iowa, Senator Elizabeth Warren has tapped a stand-in with undeniable voter appeal: her dog Bailey.
EU welcomes Pompeo's 5G comments, no sign of change to Huawei stance
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - EU industry chief Thierry Breton on Friday welcomed U.S. comments on the bloc’s decision not to issue an outright ban on Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei [HWT.UL], while showing no signs of any change in the EU’s stance.
Indonesia says China clears planes to evacuate Indonesian citizens from Hubei
JAKARTA (Reuters) - Indonesia’s foreign minister said on Friday that China had cleared planes to fly to the virus-hit Chinese province of Hubei to evacuate Indonesian citizens from the area.
Former lawmaker Delaney ends 2020 Democratic presidential bid
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The first Democrat to formally declare a run for the party’s 2020 presidential nomination, former U.S. Representative John Delaney, on Friday said he was dropping out of the crowded race in order to make room for more moderate candidates.
Trump mocks Democrats, revives border wall promise in Iowa campaign speech
DES MOINES, Iowa (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump campaigned on Thursday in Iowa - the state that kicks off the presidential nominating race next week - basking in the support of his base while the U.S. Senate trial considering his impeachment continued in Washington.
Iowa's fast-growing Latino community gets new attention from Democrats
DES MOINES, Iowa (Reuters) - Latinos in Iowa, overlooked as a political force for years in the state that kicks off the U.S. presidential race, have been getting unprecedented attention in a too-close-to-call Democratic White House nominating fight.
France's Pasteur Institute Foundation hoping to develop coronavirus vaccine
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s Pasteur Institute Foundation is looking into developing a vaccine to treat the coronavirus, an official at the institute said on Friday.
Germany wants to conclude Brexit talks by year's end: minister
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany wants to do all it can to conclude outstanding negotiations with Britain on its future ties with the European Union by the end of this year, Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said on Friday.
Yemen's Houthis say recent attacks on Aramco, airports in response to air strikes
CAIRO (Reuters) - Yemen’s Houthi military spokesman said on Friday the group had launched 26 rocket attacks in the past week against airports in southern Saudi Arabia, facilities belonging to oil giant Saudi Aramco and “two sensitive targets deep in” the kingdom.
Iran health minister urges government to ban entry of travelers from China
DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran’s health minister has urged the government to ban travelers from China from entering the country due to the coronavirus outbreak, Saeed Namaki tweeted on Friday, adding that his request includes passengers traveling by sea, land and air.
Italy cabinet to discuss declaring coronavirus emergency after first two cases confirmed
ROME (Reuters) - Italy’s government is set to discuss declaring a state of national emergency after confirming the first two cases of the new coronavirus in the country since the outbreak in China, a cabinet statement said on Friday.
Palestinians face uphill battle against Trump's Middle East plan
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - When Palestinian leaders learned that the release of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Middle East plan was imminent, they swiftly announced a “day of rage” - a gritty, oft-used call for resistance against Israel.
Brexit supporter burns EU flag near Downing Street in London
LONDON (Reuters) - A Brexit supporter burned a European Union flag beside Downing Street in central London on Friday as others jeered at pro-EU demonstrators in the final hours before the United Kingdom is due to leave the bloc.
Egypt's population nears 100 million, putting pressure on resources and jobs
CAIRO (Reuters) - Sitting in her sister’s apartment on a noisy Cairo street, Rania Sayed one day hopes to leave a city that is becoming more congested as Egypt’s population ticks up to 100 million, a milestone it will pass next month.
Russia reports first coronavirus cases, restricts China air travel
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia reported its first two cases of coronavirus on Friday and restricted direct flights to China, its biggest trade partner, as Russians complained of rising prices for medical masks and anti-virus medicine.
Turkey's Erdogan criticizes Arab silence over U.S. Middle East plan
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Friday criticized Saudi Arabia and other Gulf Arab nations for not speaking out against the U.S. Middle East plan which he said endorsed the Israeli annexation of Palestinian lands.
Kremlin: Russia deeply concerned by attacks on Syria government forces
MOSCOW (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia was fully compliant with its obligations in Syria’s Idlib region, but that it was deeply concerned about what it said were aggressive militant attacks on Syrian government forces and Russia’s Hmeimim air base.
One case of coronavirus symptoms among French evacuated: minister
MARSEILLE, France (Reuters) - One of the French people evacuated from China by plane showed symptoms of the coronavirus infection, France’s Health Minister Agnes Buzyn told reporters on Friday.
Erdogan says Turkey may launch Syria offensive if Idlib attacks continue
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey may launch a military operation in Syria’s northwestern Idlib region unless fighting there is quickly halted, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday as attacks by Syrian government forces risked a new wave of refugees.
Indonesia deports detained U.S. reporter: lawyer
JAKARTA (Reuters) - A U.S. journalist who has written stories about environmental destruction in Indonesia was deported on Friday after being arrested over alleged visa violations, his lawyer and his news outlet said.
Italy government agrees state of emergency after confirmed coronavirus cases: government source
ROME (Reuters) - Italy’s cabinet on Friday decided to declare a state of emergency after the first two cases of coronavirus were confirmed in the country, a government source said.
What are the obstacles to Bayer settling Roundup lawsuits?
(Reuters) - Bayer AG (BAYGn.DE) is in mediation to potentially settle thousands of U.S. lawsuits claiming that the company’s Roundup weed killer causes cancer, but some legal experts said the cases raises novel questions that may prevent an easy settlement.
Brexit to bring new start for EU, no fewer opportunities: Commission chief
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The EU will start a new chapter after Britain leaves, with no fewer opportunities as a united force on global issues from climate change to technological transformation, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday.
French couple living off-grid wants to leave a trace
CHASTEAUX, France (Reuters) - In a forested area in central France, a young couple lives off-grid in a wood-and-straw cabin. Their aim is not to hide from the law, but to change it.
Court orders safeguards for Kenyan digital IDs, bans DNA collecting
NAIROBI (Reuters) - Kenya’s high court said the government could go ahead with a new digital ID scheme, as long as it brought in stronger regulations and did not use it to collect citizens’ DNA and geo-location data.
Greta Thunberg seeks to trademark her name to stem misuse
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Teen climate activist Greta Thunberg said on Instagram on Wednesday she has applied to register her name and that of the Fridays For Future movement she founded in 2018, which has gone global and catapulted her to international fame.
France's Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network at home
PARIS (Reuters) - Orange (ORAN.PA), France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia (NOKIA.HE) and Ericsson (ERICb.ST) to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe.
Eastern EU states threaten lawsuit over looming trucking reform
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Poland, Bulgaria and other eastern European Union states are mulling a legal challenge to new road transport rules that would force their trucks to return home every eight weeks, a change they say would harm their trucking companies, diplomats said.
Macron to address France on Brexit: French presidency
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s President Emmanuel Macron will make a televised address on Friday on Britain’s departure from the European Union, his office said.
Chinese city of Wuhan says it should have acted sooner to contain virus
BEIJING (Reuters) - Wuhan, the epicenter of a coronavirus that has quickly spread beyond China’s borders in recent days, should have taken measures sooner to contain it, the city’s Communist Party chief said on Friday.
Senator Romney to vote for Trump impeachment trial witnesses
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republican U.S. Senator Mitt Romney on Friday will vote in favor of allowing witnesses to testify in the Senate’s impeachment trial of President Donald Trump, his spokeswoman said.
Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said on Friday, as it raised its total number of cases to 19, the second-highest after China.
Scotland's Sturgeon: Could test power to call consultative independence vote in court
LONDON (Reuters) - Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said on Friday she did not rule out testing the legality of calling a consultative referendum on independence if Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Conservative government continued to oppose another vote.
Japan to ban foreigners who've been to China's Hubei in last 2 weeks: government
TOKYO (Reuters) - Foreigners who have been to China’s Hubei province in the last two weeks will be refused entry to Japan for the time being, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe told a meeting of a governmental taskforce on the new coronavirus on Friday.
Australia on standby for fire threat as heat, winds return
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian authorities warned on Friday of severe fire danger in densely populated areas this weekend, declaring a state of emergency in the capital, Canberra, as soaring temperatures and strong whipped up huge, unpredictable blazes.
EU seeks to put brave face on Brexit day, warns UK of costs of divergence
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union leaders sought to put a brave face on Brexit on Friday, saying the remaining 27 countries united can tackle climate change and technological transformation despite losing a member state for the first time.
UK's Brussels embassy takes down EU flag as sun sets on Brexit day
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union’s flag was removed from outside the British embassy to the EU in Brussels on Friday, hours before the United Kingdom was set to formally leave the EU after 47 years of membership.
Exclusive: FBI probes use of Israeli firm's spyware in personal and government hacks - sources
(Reuters) - The FBI is investigating the role of Israeli spyware vendor NSO Group Technologies in possible hacks on American residents and companies as well as suspected intelligence gathering on governments, according to four people familiar with the inquiry.
No kissing or hugging, watchdog advises Russians amid virus fears
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia’s consumer health watchdog advised people on Friday to refrain from greeting each other with handshakes, kisses or hugs and to wear medical masks in crowded public places to try to stop China’s virus outbreak spreading to Russia.
U.S. could face difficulties sanctioning Danske over money-laundering: report
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - U.S. authorities could face difficulties fining Danske Bank (DANSKE.CO) over its involvement in suspected money-laundering in Estonia, according to a report by S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fears: government spokesman
YANGON (Reuters) - Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board on Friday after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said.
Iran suspends all flights to and from China due to coronavirus
DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran has suspended all flights to China because of the coronavirus outbreak, Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Friday, adding that all flights from China to the Islamic Republic have also been banned.
East African airlines suspend China flights due to coronavirus
NAIROBI/KIGALI (Reuters) - Kenya Airways and RwandAir said on Friday that they had suspended all flights to and from China until further notice after a virus outbreak killed more than 200 people in China and spread to 18 countries.
China virus causes scare for India's smartphone makers
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The coronavirus outbreak in China could start to disrupt India’s production of smartphones if it continues to spread in February, as it could delay component shipments, industry executives said.
Iowa's fast-growing Latino community gets new attention from Democrats
DES MOINES, Iowa (Reuters) - Latinos in Iowa, overlooked as a political force for years in the state that kicks off the U.S. presidential race, have been getting unprecedented attention in a too-close-to-call Democratic White House nominating fight.
Coronavirus: NZ businesses exporting to China take a hit
New Zealand exporters are nervously waiting to see how big an impact the deadly coronavirus will have on their businesses. The disease is spreading across the globe and has killed at least 171 people and infected thousands. Restrictions in China on travel and public gatherings to try to contain the outbreak are putting the squeeze on New Zealand firms doing business in the country. New Zealand Rock Lobster Industry Council chief executive Mark Edwards said the live lobster export business had ceased after a huge drop in demand. He said the timing - during Chinese New Year, a peak period for demand and goods prices - was unfortunate.
Apple May Have to Ditch Its Lightning Cable to Conform to Standard Charger in the EU
It seems that Apple's argument for why it should keep its lightning cable, rather than switching over to one of the two USB standards used by everyone else, has fallen on deaf ears.
Unilever Plans to Dump PG Tips as Tea Sales Fall
Enormous international conglomerate Unilever has had enough of selling tea bags to British people, and is trying to offload its PG Tips and Lipton brands in the face of falling overall sales of tea products. It probably should've kept that to itself before trying to negotiate a price.
eBay's Payday Sale Nets You up to 20% off up Until Midnight Tonight
It's payday! So time to fritter all those pennies away immediately, and eBay's going to help you do it.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski says she will vote 'no' on calling more witnesses in Trump impeachment
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, said Friday that she will vote "no" on subpoenaing further witnesses in the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.
John Delaney ends his presidential campaign
Just days ahead of the Iowa causes, Democratic presidential candidate John Delaney has announced he is dropping out of the race.
Music producer Bobby Shin found guilty on multiple counts, including aggravated kidnapping
Jurors have found Grammy-winning music producer Bobby Shin guilty on multiple counts, including especially aggravated kidnapping. He has worked with artists like Carrie Underwood, Kacey Musgraves and Tori Kelly.
Philadelphia man made up story about home invasion after 4-year-old shot himself
A father who claimed his 4-year-old son was killed in a home invasion robbery has now been charged with involuntary manslaughter because the boy apparently shot himself with a gun he found in the Philadelphia home.
Prime Minister hails 'new beginning' as UK counts down to Brexit on Friday
There's mixed emotions in the United Kingdom as the country prepares to leave the European Union at 6 p.m. EST on Friday.
Police fire shots after SUV breaches Mar-a-Lago security checkpoint, 2 women in custody
There is currently a heavy police presence outside of Ma-a-Lago, the south Florida mansion owned by President Donald Trump.
Senate officially votes against calling witnesses in impeachment trial
Two Republicans joined 47 Democrats in voting for witnesses.
Delta, American Airlines suspend China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
Delta and American Airlines are temporarily suspending all of their United States flights to China amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Airlines curb or cancel China flights
A number of airlines say they are halting or reducing flights to China as the country struggles to contain the spread of the deadly novel coronavirus.
Mass protest in Amman against US' so-called peace plan
Thousands of Jordanians on Friday rallied in the capital Amman against the U.S.' so-called 'deal of the century' Mideast plan. Despite the heavy rain,...
Turkey appreciates Bulgaria's approach to bilateral ties, FM Çavuşoğlu says
Turkey appreciates Bulgaria's attitude toward the country, Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu said Friday in the Bulgarian capital Sofia, highlighting the...
Iraqi cleric condemns use of force, 11 protesters wounded
Iraq's most powerful religious figure, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, reiterated Friday his condemnation of the use of force against anti-government...
Every day is snow day for Turkey's railroad workers
Traveling from Asia to Europe on a train is a comfortable journey for thousands but few know the people who make it possible. Armed with ice-breaking...
British majority would vote against Brexit today, opinion polls suggest
After over three years of political deadlock and divisiveness among the British public about Brexit, the U.K.'s exit from the European Union has finally...
Dead man lies in empty street in China's Wuhan amid emergency over coronavirus
A gray-haired man wearing a face mask lies dead on the pavement at ground zero of China's virus epidemic, a plastic shopping bag in one hand. On what...
US soldiers hurt in Iran missile strike up to 64, Pentagon reveals
The number of U.S. troops injured by an Iranian missile strike in Iraq this month has risen to 64, according to new figures released by the...
Court postpones hangings of Delhi gang rape convicts
A Delhi court Friday deferred the executions of four convicts in the 2012 Delhi gang-rape case hours before they were scheduled to be hung, lawyers...
UN accuses warring sides in Libya of fueling conflicts after Haftar's attack
U.N.’s Libyan special representative Ghassan Salame on Thursday accused foreign actors of not abiding by the cease-fire agreements reached at the...
From empty yogurt buckets to an orchestra: Story of a young music teacher in Turkey's Gaziantep
It can be difficult to draw children's attention to something, especially in a classroom. It is even harder to get them to pick up a hobby. But Yücel...
9 years of war turn Syria's Maaret al-Numan into a ghost town
Once the throbbing heart of the uprising against Bashar Assad's regime, Maaret al-Numan is now an eerie ghost town where few buildings have been spared by...
Scottish leader vows to step up independence push post-Brexit
Scottish National Party SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon demanded a referendum on independence Friday, as Britain prepared to leave the European Union in a...
Chief presidential adviser discusses post-Brexit period with UK counterparts
Turkey's chief presidential adviser Gülnur Aybet met with foreign policy and strategy advisors of the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Friday,...
Italy declares state of emergency over coronavirus
The Italian government declared a state of emergency on Friday to fast-track efforts to prevent the spread of the deadly coronavirus strain after two cases...
Pakistan plans to ink dual citizenship deal with Turkey
Pakistan on Thursday said a plan is being considered regarding the signing of an agreement with Turkey to allow dual citizenship for citizens of the two...
Coronavirus vaccine could take 20 months to develop, France's Pasteur Institute Foundation says
A vaccine to treat the newest deadly strain of the coronavirus could be made available in 20 months' time, an official at France’s Pasteur Institute...
No kissing, hugging in Russia amid virus fears
Russia's consumer health watchdog advised people on Friday to refrain from greeting each other with handshakes, kisses or hugs and to wear medical masks in...
Erdoğan urges Muslim countries to raise voice against Trump's Mideast plan
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated his strong opposition to U.S. President Donald Trump's so-called 'Deal of the Century,' as he urged Muslim...
Coronation Street viewers admit they've started to feel sorry for Jade Rowan
Actress Lottie Henshall's played a blinder!
Dancing On Ice's Hamish Gaman breaks silence after 'parting ways' with Caprice Bourret
He's insisted he is "not okay"
Wetherspoons is hosting a 17-day nationwide gin festival this February
With Dry January finally about to come to an end, it's time to raise a toast to your success.
Rob Brydon doesn't want to do anymore episodes of Gavin & Stacey
He'd much rather leave it on a high
Apple is a top three PC vendor for enterprise, report claims
When it comes to corporate notebook purchasing, Macs are just as likely a choice as HP, with Dell still ahead, according to Changewave.
Russia proposes raising Turkish tomato import quota by 50,000 T -RIA
MOSCOW, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Russia's Agriculture Ministry on Friday proposed increasing Turkey's tomato import quota by 50,000 tonnes to 200,000 tonnes, the RIA news agency reported.Russia lifted a ban on vegetable imports from Turkey in November 2017 but set quotas as tensions between the two countries eased after Ankara apologised for downing a Russian military jet. (Reporting by Maria Kiselyova; writing by Tom Balmforth; editing by Jason Neely)© Copyright Thomson Reuters 2020. Click For Restrictions - http://about.reuters.com/fulllegal.asp
Indigenous people left landless as traditional farming wanes in northeast India
By Rina ChandranSHILLONG, India, Jan 31 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - T ribal people in northeastern India are increasingly becoming landless and poor as their traditional farming practices are abandoned in favour of commercial plantations, indigenous experts warned on Friday."Jhum" is the practice by tribal groups in the northeastern states of rotating land use for temporary farming, resulting in parts of forest land cleared and cultivated to grow foods.After three years, the cultivated field is left to regenerate while another area is cleared.
Microsoft NieRly Stopped Platinum from Developing on PS4
Xbox was looking to buy Japanese dev
Drone Racing Is All the Rage on PS4 Right Now
Droning on
Virgil Griffith Pleads Innocence to North Korea Sanctions Violation Charges
Former Ethereum Foundation member, Virgil Griffith has pleaded not guilty to conspiracy charges filed against him by the U.S. Attorney’s office. Griffith who is accused of aiding North Korea in evading sanctions faces a maximum of 20 years in prison if found guilty.
Blockchain Consortium Hyperledger Releases Hyperledger Fabric 2.0
Hyperledger, a distributed ledger technology (DLT) consortium created by a host of highly reputed companies including Linux and IBM, has announced the release of the version 2.0 of Hyperledger Fabric, an enterprise-grade blockchain platform, according to a blog post on January 30, 2020.
Accuser says Weinstein raped her, likens former producer to 'Jekyll and Hyde'
A onetime aspiring actress told a Manhattan jury on Friday that Harvey Weinstein raped her in a hotel room while she was in an "extremely degrading" relationship with the movie producer. The woman, Jessica Mann, said she told no one about what had happened. "I was so embarrassed," she said,…
2020 Super Bowl LIV Pre-Game Commercial Roundup
Time to celebrate America, undiagnosed head trauma, and the greatest marketing teams in all the land on Sunday night with the fifty-fourth chapter of The Big Game. It’s an excuse to eat and drink to excess — but many people don’t need an excuse. More, it’s the one time per year where most people won’t […]
How To Keep Your Company Afloat If You Unexpectedly Lose an Employee
It's too late to do anything about it after it happens -- so here's how to prepare for the unexpected.
James Nyoro: Brains Behind Uhuru's Ksh7 Billion Project
Through Nyoro's appointment by the president, he took part in various major projects including...
Host MP Chased Out of Uhuru's Event
The drama ensued at the very day Deputy President Wiliam Ruto allies had agreed to...
Sabina Chege Snaps at DP Ruto [VIDEO]
The Murang'a woman representative turned to Deputy President William Ruto urging him to...
Itumbi Pens Poem to Waititu
Kenyan blogger Dennis Itumbi penned an emotional poem to the ousted Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu and...
Ruto Allies Toe Line After DP Reprimanded at State House
Deputy President William Ruto's allies held a press conference where they announced that they would...
Police Launch Manhunt for Ex-Presidential Aspirant
The former presidential aspirant was under police radar after he was found with...
James Nyoro Sworn in as Kiambu Governor
James Nyoro was sworn in as the new Governor of Kiambu County following the impeachment of Ferdinand Waititu on...
ODM Governor Loses Father
An ODM Governor is in grief following news on Friday morning that his recuperating father had...
Woman Rep Narrates Awkward Encounter With Waititu in Office Toilet
"I went to his office to talk to him about the alcohol menace in Kiambu county, however, he dragged to a toilet and...
Kamanda Blows Lid on Ksh1 Million Waititu Owes Him
Nominated member of Parliament Maina Kamanda put the former governor on blast as he claimed Waititu borrowed Ksh...
Daily Nation Pushes Gideon Moi to Breaking Point
Baringo Senator Gideon Moi has taken action against Daily Nation after a story they published on...
US airlines halt flights between US, China due to virus
The U.S. advised against all travel to China as the number of cases of a new virus spiked more than tenfold in a week.
U.S to quarantine all 195 American evacuees from China
The U.S. advised against all travel to China as the number of cases of a new virus spiked more than tenfold in a week.
Deadline Day: Man United makes bid for striker King
The coronavirus-enforced suspension of soccer in China has led to Manchester United filling a void in its strike force.
Orroral Valley fire: Queensland firefighters in Canberra to return a favour or two
After NSW and ACT RFS volunteers helped fight major fires in Queensland last year, the favour is now being returned.
Faletau's admission: I thought career might be over
Wales star Taulupe Faletau has admitted he wondered if he could still play rugby after spending lengthy spells on the sidelines.
CAA: Supreme Court asks UP to respond to plea seeking quashing of notices against protestors
The petitioner had sought a stay on the notices, alleging that they have been sent to people arbitrarily, including a long-dead elderly man.
IIT-Bombay claims circular warning students about ‘anti-national activities’ not against free speech
A directive to students to not participate in ‘anti-national activities’ has created furore on the campus, where anti-CAA protests are being held regularly.
Learned to stay calm and come back: Virat Kohli on India’s two Super Over wins against New Zealand
India won back-to-back T20Is against New Zealand with victories in Hamilton and Wellington.
Incredible that NZ made Tim Southee bowl Super Over again: Twitter reacts to India’s win in 4th T20I
The experienced pacer failed to deliver the goods again as India edged out New Zealand in the fourth T20 International on Friday.
Jamia teachers’ body blames Anurag Thakur for Delhi shooting, AAP seeks inquiry into Union minister
The teachers said nothing could be ‘more anti-national than a minister inciting citizens to violence from a public platform’.
Parents’ hardship fuels Sofia Kenin’s journey from Moscow to Australian Open final
Kenin’s father was a taxi driver by night and went to English and computer school by day.
CAA protests: Complaint against Bengal BJP chief for derogatory remarks against woman
Dilip Ghosh told journalists that a woman who was heckled at a rally was lucky that ‘nothing more was done to her’.
I have tried to adapt my game to play like Sachin Tendulkar: Pakistan opener Abid Ali
Abid scored centuries in his first two Tests against Sri Lanka and also a hundred on his one-day international debut.
Delhi Assembly elections: BJP promises clean water, wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg in its manifesto
Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari added that the manifesto focused on giving Delhi a corruption free and transparent government.
Jamia shooting: Delhi BJP chief claims gunman was either an AAP supporter or from Shaheen Bagh
Manoj Tiwari alleged that people were not able to sustain the anti-Citizenship Act protests.
Delhi elections: Police chief’s tenure extended by a month ‘in public interest’
Congress leader P Chidambaram condemned the decision, calling it ‘incomprehensible and reprehensible’.
Coronavirus outbreak: Army sets up quarantine centre in Manesar for Indians evacuated from Wuhan
An Air India aircraft sent to Wuhan on Friday is expected to be back in India on Saturday morning.
The big news: Delhi court defers execution of 2012 gangrape convicts, and nine other top stories
Other headlines: GDP growth was revised for 2018-’19 to 6.1% from 6.8%, and the SC sought response from UP on confiscating property of anti-CAA protestors.
Watch: Comic Kunal Kamra gets a standing ovation at a surprise appearance after his Arnab encounter
Kamra performed at ‘Stand Up For India,’ a charity comedy show in support of organisations working to help the nationwide protests against CAA-NPR-NRC.
Nadia Buari Feels Shy To Kiss Nigerian Rapper Turned Actor, Speed Darlington During Movie Shoot- WATCH
Nadia Buari is back on set after she took a long break to begin childbearing. She’s shooting her first movie in Nigeria after her return and some behind-the-scenes video has popped up on the internet. The beautiful Ghanaian actress was paired with Nigerian rapper Speed Darlington where the two are supposed to kiss as lovers. […]
Wendy Shay at it again, blasts Kobby Kyei over a tweet concerning Kobe Bryant’s death
After fighting Tv presenter, Bridget Otoo for condemning her tweet concerning Kobe Bryant’s death, Wendy Shay has picked another ‘fight’ with blogger Kobby Kyei over the same tweet which she disclosed she grew up with Kobe Bryant. Wendy Shay seems not to get over the death of the famous Basketball player and has been consoling […]
Wonders Shall Never End: Obinim Makes Man’s Passport Miraculously Appear In His Shoe- WATCH
Bishop Daniel Obinim has miraculously made a passport popped up in his shoe for a young man who’s hoping to travel overseas to look for greener pastures. The drama-filled spectacle was recorded during Obinim’s church service. The founder and leader of God’s Way International Church is seen in the video praying in a strange language […]
Alice Reilly is calling it a day
WESTPORT Tourist Office employee Alice Reilly - who has greeted thousands of visitors - is calling it a day.
Prenty calls for 'runaway inter-county GAA expenses train' to be derailed
CONNAUGHT GAA Council secretary John Prenty has issued a stark and very strong warning over the costs of running senior inter-county football teams which is running out of control.
Bali Police arrest 2 Bulgarians for alleged ATM skimming
Police in Bali arrested two Bulgarian nationals for an alleged skimming attempt, after initially catching one of them removing a hidden camera at a local ATM machine in Canggu, leading authorities to investigate a possible skimming network from...
Hangings of Delhi bus gang-rapists postponed
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday temporarily suspended all direct flights with China, after a global health emergency was declared over the coronavirus epidemic which has killed more than 200 people. "We have suspended all the direct flights to and from China with immediate effect till February 02," Abdul Sattar Khokhar, a spokesperson for Pakistan's Civil Aviation Authority
Pakistan halts China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
KIEV, Ukraine: US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was to meet with Ukraine’s leader on Friday on his first trip to the country that is at the heart of President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial. The visit, which was scheduled for early January but then delayed because of Middle East tensions, was expected to highlight US support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia-backed
Iraqi cleric Al-Sistani condemns use of force, 11 protesters wounded
DUBAI: Oman's health ministry on Friday advised against travel to China because of the coronavirus outbreak. "It is advisable not to travel to China unless it is absolutely necessary," the ministry said in a Twitter posting.
Palestinians protest Trump plan, Gaza militants fire rockets
MAARET AL-NUMAN, Syria: Once the throbbing heart of the uprising against Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime, Maaret Al-Numan is an eerie ghost town where few buildings have been spared by nine years of war. Following a major ground offensive, the Syrian army captured the town in the northwestern province of Idlib on Wednesday, a key prize in its push to reconquer the
In former Syria rebel stronghold of Maaret Al-Numan, nothing was spared
BAGHDAD: Iraq’s most powerful religious figure Grand Ayatollah Ali Al-Sistani reiterated Friday his condemnation of the use of force against anti-government protesters as the mass movement enters a critical juncture and political blocs tussle over naming a new premier. Meanwhile, influential and radical cleric Muqtada Al-Sadr called for his followers to return to the street,
How to remove a big obstacle to buying a house: debt
It’s not impossible to buy a house if you’re in debt, it’s just more challenging. Here are some steps to take.
Diminutive Elvis Tefe ‘ toasting’ Mfantsiman girl goes viral (Video)
Ghpage.com has come across one trending video of Elvis speaking to an Mfantsiman Girl who was on her knees in order to level his height.
Rev. Opambour owes me a taxi after I faked prophecy in his church – Prophet Paul
The leader of Ebenezer Worship Center Ebenezer Adarkwa Yiadom popularly known as Prophet One has been accused by a man of owing him a taxi after he
Austria’s FMA Warns Against Swissinv24 Ltd
Austria's FMA has published a warning on its website this Friday against Swissinv24 Ltd, an alleged provider of trading platforms.
FCA Flags Capital International Management Company
The FCA regulator has warned against Capital International Management Company, a clone of European Economic Area (EEA) authorised firm.
Men are now learning about ‘blended orgasms’ and women should too
Everyone wants to be better in bed.
Ruston man accused of attempted murder of an officer
Police in Ruston have arrested a man on a slew of charges, including attempted first-degree murder.
Monroe woman killed in crash on U.S. Highway 165
Police say a Monroe woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. Hwy 165, near LA Hwy 2.
Trump signs order creating post focused on human trafficking
President Donald Trump has marked the 20th anniversary of federal legislation to help combat human trafficking by dedicating a new White House position to the issue.
Ouachita Parish man arrested on 16 drug and gun charges
Authorities say he was in possession of various controlled substances and six stolen guns.
Pregnant Louisiana woman killed in possible road rage crash, police say
Kenner Police say a pregnant woman is dead following a crash involving two vehicles on West Esplanade Ave. near David Dr.
Weinstein rape accuser testifies about sexual advances
Harvey Weinstein has insisted any sexual encounters were consensual.
Derby County clinch exciting signing from Aston Villa - report
Derby County are said to have agreed a loan deal with Aston Villa for England Under-20 international forward Rushian Hepburn-Murphy
Philadelphia man made up story about home invasion after 4-year-old shot himself
A father who claimed his 4-year-old son was killed in a home invasion robbery has now been charged with involuntary manslaughter because the boy apparently shot himself with a gun he found in the Philadelphia home.
Student and adult taken to hospital after crash involving Chandler school bus
A student and adult have been taken to the hospital after a crash involving a school bus in Chandler.
Police fire shots after SUV breaches Mar-a-Lago security checkpoint, 2 women in custody
There is currently a heavy police presence outside of Ma-a-Lago, the south Florida mansion owned by President Donald Trump.
Aston Martin hint at "chance of at least podiums" upon return in F1
After being confirmed as a constructor on the 2021 Formula 1 grid following a takeover by Lawrence Stroll, Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer hinted he wants his team to be challenging to "have a chance of at least podiums".
When your signature ‘SNL’ character isn’t funny anymore: Julia Sweeney revisits Pat
Decades after Julia Sweeney created the awkward, androgynous character of Pat, and as she brings her one-woman show to town, Sweeney has been taking heat for what some see as...
Media outlets push back against government’s Brexit video
LONDON (AP) — Some prominent British and international media organizations pushed back Friday against Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s handling of a prerecorded video message to mark Britain's departure from the...
FAA staff and tour co. ties alleged after 3 chopper crashes
The chairman of a key Senate committee is asking the Transportation Department's Inspector General to investigate misconduct allegations at the Federal Aviation Administration's Hawaii field office. They involve an allegedly...
Ex-Idaho political figure pleads guilty to child pornography
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A former political figure in Idaho has pleaded guilty to two felony counts of child pornography in a plea deal dismissing 12 other charges. Martin “Marty”...
2 people are indicted in slaying of Atlanta college student
A man and a woman have been indicted on murder and other charges in the killing of a Clark Atlanta University student, prosecutors said. The indictment against Barron Brantley, 21,...
ATF: Electrical spark likely caused deadly Houston blast
HOUSTON (AP) — An electrical spark likely ignited a gas leak that led to a massive explosion in Houston last week, killing two workers, injuring 20 others and damaging hundreds...
Michigan couple sues airline after getting kicked off flight
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan couple is suing American Airlines for discrimination after being removed from a flight because the airline said the Orthodox Jewish couple smelled bad. Yehuda...
J.J. Watt Has Heartfelt Message For Fiancee Kealia Ohai
Houston Texans star J.J. Watt had a heartfelt message for his fiancee, Kealia Ohai. She turns 28 years old today.
Georgia’s Jake Fromm Lands Perfect Endorsement Deal Ahead Of NFL Draft
Without having to deal with NCAA concerns, Jake Fromm is free to pick up endorsements. State Farm made the obvious move to snatch him up.
Drew Brees Comments On Potential Return To Saints In 2020
Drew Brees had an interesting comment when asked about a potential return to the New Orleans Saints in 2020.
EU votes in favor of choosing a common charging cable standard
The European Union wants to vote on legislation by July at the latest.
Nirbhaya Gang-Rape: Delhi Court Delays Hanging of Four Convicts Again
The day before, India’s Supreme Court dismissed a petition by Akshay Kumar Singh, one of the four convicts in the 2012 gang rape case of "Nirbhaya", after the accused had requested to convert his death sentence to life imprisonment.
Sarraj Not Interfering in Investigation of Cases Against Russians - Libyan Foreign Minister
TRIPOLI (Sputnik) - Prime Minister of Libya's Government of National Accord (GNA) Fayez Sarraj does not interfere in the investigation of cases against detained Russian citizens, GNA Foreign Minister Mohamed Taher Siala said.
Indian Opposition Protests Against CAA, NRC as President Delivers Budget Speech in Parliament
New Delhi (Sputnik): Protests across India are continuing against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and the National Population of Register (NPR), with both widely perceived as discriminatory against Muslims.
Pakistan Suspends Flights to China a Day After WHO Declares Global Health Emergency Over Coronavirus
New Delhi (Sputnik): Airlines around the world have been suspending all flights to China following the outbreak of the virus which has already claimed the lives of over 200 people.
Contest Over Freebies: Delhi's Opposition BJP Promises Job Security, Pollution-Free Environment
New Delhi (Sputnik): Voters in India’s national capital, one of the country’s richest in terms of per capita calculation, are being aggressively wooed by both the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with elections for the new state assembly just a few days away.
'Is it Cold in Argentina?' Journo Draws Twitter Ire After Taking a Jab at Female Reporter's Nipples
A Belgian sports journalist sparked a heated sexism row on social media after making a crude comment about a female colleague covering an event in Argentina.
‘Deranged Human Being’: Newt Gingrich Takes Aim at Adam Schiff’s Fake Trump-Putin Conspiracy
Adam Schiff, one of the key figures in the Democrats’ efforts to unseat Donald Trump, has fantasised on the Senate floor about possible secret talks between Trump and Vladimir Putin.
More and More Britons Seeking EU Passports Every Year After Brexit Vote
Political and economic turbulence aside, Brexit is poised to have a massive impact on Britons’ everyday lives, potentially impacting international travel and the right to live in the EU. Many have sought to avoid scenario this by getting an EU passport.
Swedish Media Bosses Publish Open Letter in Protest Against 'Chinese Pressure'
Chinese Ambassador Gui Congyou compared Sweden's criticism of China to an 48-kilogram lightweight boxer picking a fight with an 86 kg heavyweight.
Top Court Sends Notice to Modi Govt Over Accusation That It Amended Transparency Law to Hide Failure
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Right to Information (RTI) Act, under which the citizens can seek information from public authorities, was passed in 2005 to facilitate public transparency and accountability.
US Reaction to UK's Huawei Decision "Hyperbole", No US, European 5G "Champion" to Step In - Hammond
The former senior official and veteran politician said that Britain would suffer "huge potential damage" if it did not remain a leader in 5G and that it would be difficult to see how the nation's 5G roll out programme would be possible "without using Huawei equipment".
Family of Youth Who Shot at Indian CAA Protesters Claim He Isn't Linked to Any Radical Group
New Delhi (Sputnik): On Thursday, a gun-wielding youngster fired at a public protest against the contentious citizenship law in Delhi, injuring one person. The accused threatened the protesters as they were marching towards Rajghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, on the anniversary of his martyrdom. Police later were able to overpower the shooter.
'She Was So Easy': Trump Asks Supporters if He Should 'Take Another Crack' at ‘Crazy’ Hillary
US President Donald Trump taunted Democrats at a major rally in Iowa on Thursday night on the eve of key events in the ongoing Senate impeachment trial against him, and just days before the nation’s first presidential caucuses there.
Staunch Critic of Indian PM Tears Into Pakistani Minister Who Urged People to 'Defeat Modi Madness'
New Delhi (Sputnik): Pakistan’s Science and Technology Minister Fahad Ahmed Chaudhry’s comment comes against the backdrop of the forthcoming Delhi legislative assembly elections, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s AAP will compete to form a city government.
Girl, 12, dies after undergoing female genital mutilation in Egypt
Her parents took her to a doctor who performed female genital mutilation.
'Wife killer' Fotis Dulos pronounced dead two days after suicide attempt
Dulos, who pleaded not guilty to his wife's murder, was declared dead at Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx, New York.
Huge jump in sex attacks by taxi and minicab drivers
TfL said 294 incidents were reported to police in 2018 compared to 162 the year before.
Michelle Heaton rushed to hospital after puking up '150lbs sushi meal' in Bali
Dehydration is real, guys.
Demi Lovato was 'super nervous' coming out as 'sexually fluid' to her parents
She said it was 'beautiful'.
'Anger and confusion' among EU nationals fearful of future in Brexit Britain
EU nationals say they are scared about their future in post-Brexit Britain after three 'emotionally draining years' of anti-immigrant rhetoric.
Bruno Fernandes trains with his new Man Utd teammates for the first time
He is set to make his debut against Wolves tomorrow.
Chelsea agree to sell Olivier Giroud to Tottenham on one condition
Giroud is desperate to leave
The promise Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made to Man Utd target Josh King
Solskjaer is desperate to sign a striker.
Ronda Rousey ready to return to WWE after branding it 'scripted'
She's got the wrestling blues.
We all need to be smarter when it comes to identifying racism
In my opinion, Alastair Stewart is far from a racist.
Drones are chasing Chinese people into their homes to stop coronavirus spreading
'This is the drone speaking - you shouldn't walk about without wearing a mask.'
Thiem to face Djokovic in Australian Open final after Zverev victory
The Austrian is through to his first Grand Slam final outside of Paris.
How Britons are saying goodbye to the EU on Brexit Day
Some are jubilant but others feel there is nothing to celebrate.
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe refuses to rule out Josh King moving to Man Utd
King could still return to Old Trafford
Sally Morgan's regret over Roxanne Pallett's punch-gate drama in CBB
Roxanne falsely accused Coronation Street's Ryan Thomas of deliberately punching her.
War veterans project love letter to Europe on White Cliffs of Dover
'This is our star. Look after it for us.'
Stars support Catherine Tyldesley after injury forces her to quit Strictly tour
The ex-Coronation Street actress had to leave the tour due to injury.
Man who sexually abused two children jailed
TWO women who were sexually molested as children have welcomed a 12-year sentence handed to their abuser saying "we've finally got our justice.
Love Islanders to vote against each other ahead of dumping
Tensions between Luke M and Mike Boateng will come to a head.
River Lagan pipe bombs, grenades and car bomb 'dumped by someone who panicked'
An alert which closed two bridges over the River Lagan began after a "significant munitions find", police have said.
'Significant munitions find' onboard vessel in River Lagan
An alert which closed two bridges over the River Lagan began after a "significant munitions find", police have said.
Dita Von Teese: I often felt like I was preyed upon as a teenager
The Queen of Burlesque said it was ‘important' women felt free to talk about their experiences.
Geraldine Finucane wins permission to challenge alleged failure to investigate husband Pat's killing
THE widow of murdered solicitor Pat Finucane has won High Court permission to challenge an alleged failure to act on a finding that his killing has never been effectively investigated.
Two women questioned about Jonathan Cairns murder released on bail
TWO women questioned about the murder of a teenager in Co Derry more than 20 years ago have been released on bail.