Oil: St. Valentine brings affection – TDS

There are some risks to be dealing with it yet but energy markets are taking a relaxed St. Valentine’s day, according to analysts at TD Securities. Br

USD/CNH: Side-line trade expected to persist – UOB

There is still scope for USD/CNH to extend the current consolidation in the next weeks, according to FX Strategists at UOB Group. Key Quotes 24-hour v

Indonesia: IDR limited pressure in the wake of a rate cut – TDS

Low inflation and slower growth are the reasons cited by strategists at TD Securities to forecast a rate cut of 25 basis points in Indonesia. This mea

USD/CHF Price Analysis: Greenback off fresh 2020 highs, trades above 0.9800 figure

USD/CHF is easing after hitting new 2020 highs this Friday. The quote is trading below the 100/200-day simple moving averages suggesting an overall bearish bia

EUR/USD Price Analysis: The focus shifted to the 1.0814 level

The sell-off in EUR/USD seems to have met some (lasting?) contention in the 1.0830/25 band, or new 2020 lows recorded during early trade. The increasi

Gold struggles to move into positive territory, trades around $1,575

The troy ounce of the precious metal rose $8 on Thursday but seems to be having a tough time stretching higher on Friday. As of writing, the XAU/USD p

Czech Republuc: Healthy economy – ABN Amro

Anke Martens from ABN Amro summarize the situation of the Czech economy which has good health. EUR/CZK trades at 24.7815 as has fallen since January.

Poland: No hurry to raise interest rates – ABN Amro

Economists at ABN Amro analyze the outlook for the Polish economy in 2020, which is expected to grow at a slower pace. EUR/PLN is dealt at 4.2426 as h

BOE’s Carney sees silver lining after Brexit hit to UK economy

The outgoing Bank of England (BOE) Governor Mark Carney warned over the economic risks of the UK leaving the European Union (EU), in an exclusive inte

GBP/USD: Spending will not alleviate Brexit pressure – Rabobank

The cable gained some traction yesterday following the resignation of the Chancellor Sajid Javid, but analysts at Rabobank are still seeing hurdles in

Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD trading in 10-day highs near $1580.00/oz

XAU/USD is trading in a bull trend above the main daily simple moving averages (SMAs). Gold is rising in a bull channel while the market is being supported ab

Japan: GDP to have turned negative – Standard Chartered

Japan is scheduled to release preliminary Q4 GDP data on 17 February, trade data for January and core machine orders for December on 19 February and C

GBP/USD faces a probable move to 1.3160 – UOB

In light of the recent price action, Cable could now move to the 1.3160 region, in opinion pf FX Strategists at UOB Group. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “A

GBP/USD Price Analysis: Pound easing from weekly high, trades above 1.3000 figure

Following the October and December bull-run, GBP/USD is trading in a rectangle consolidation above its 100/200-day simple moving averages (SMAs). The spot is e

UK PM Johnson spokesman: Sunak reminded cabinet they need to find 5% budget savings

Newly appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, has reminded cabinet minister that they need to find 5% budget savings, British Prime Minist

USD/CAD rebounds from session lows, trades above 1.3250

The USD/CAD pair dropped to a daily low of 1.3233 during the early trading hours of the American session but easily erased a large portion of its loss

GBP/USD: Pound sparkling with the new romance on Downing Street

The cable is holding onto gains triggered by the replacement of the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Us consumer confidence and Brexit will also be eyed t

SNB's Zurbruegg: Risk on Swiss banks from rising property prices is not too high

"Risk on Swiss banks from rising property prices is not too high," Swiss National Bank's Vice-Chairman Fritz Zurbruegg said on Friday. "Affordability

Netherlands: GDP grew 0.4% in all quarters of 2019 – ABN Amro

Gross domestic product (GDP) increased in the fourth quarter in the same numbers as did in the previous quarters of 2019. Senior economist at ABN Amro

USD/CAD slides to 2-week lows, further below mid-1.3200s

The USD/CAD pair maintained its offered tone through the early North-American session and dropped to fresh two-week lows, around the 1.3235 region in

Indonesia: BI to stay on hold – Standard Chartered

Indonesia will release trade data on 17 February and the Bank of Indonesia (BI) will hold its monthly meeting on 19-20 February. Economists at Standar

Singapore reports nine new coronavirus cases – Reuters

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

Gold: Investors keep the bright metal with fondness

The yellow metal is ending the week with modest gains around $1,575.00 a troy ounce, recovering some of the ground it lost in the previous one. Valeri

IMF's Georgieva: Coronavirus is big uncertainty today for world economy

The coronavirus outbreak is a big uncertainty for the world economy, International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said o

US Dollar Index challenges daily lows near 99.00, U-Mich in sight

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the buck vs a bundle of its main competitors, remains on the defensive at the end of the week and is now flirt

Atlanta Fed's GDPNow drops to 2.4% from 2.7% for first quarter of 2020

The real gross domestic product (GDP) in the United States is expected to expand by 2.4% in the first quarter of 2020, the Federal Reserve Bank of Atl

NY Fed's GDP Nowcast drops to 1.4% for first quarter of 2020 from 1.7%

The US economy is expected to expand by 1.4% in the first quarter of 2020, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's latest Nowcasting Report showed. "Ne

US Dollar Index Price Analysis: DXY grinds to fresh 2020 highs, challenges 99.20 resistance

The US dollar index (DXY) is trading near its highest since October while trading well above its main daily simple moving averages (SMAs). DXY is spiking to t

FOMC minutes unlikely to include new revelations on near-term outlook – TD Securities

"The minutes are unlikely to include any major new revelations on the near-term outlook relative to what was said in the press briefing and this week'

USD/JPY Price Analysis: Consolidated in a range, awaits US retail sales for fresh impetus

The USD/JPY pair extended its sideways consolidative price action through the mid-European session on Friday and remained confined in a narrow trading

USD/JPY drops below 109.80 after uninspiring US data

The USD/JPY pair lost nearly 15 pips with the initial reaction to Retail Sales and Industrial Production data from the US and touched a session low of

US: Consequences of a move to the far left – Rabobank

Philip Marey, a US strategist at Rabobank, take a look at the campaign promises made by Bernie Sanders, at present the strongest candidate from the fa

US: Industrial Production declined 0.3% in January vs. -0.2% expected

Industrial Production in the US declined 0.3% in January, the data published by the Federal Reserve showed on Friday. This reading came in slightly wo

USD/TRY: CBRT rate cut will not impact the lira – TDS

The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (CBRT) will announce on Wednesday, 19 February its policy rate. A rate cut is expected for economists at TD

USD/INR New York Price Forecast: Greenback looking for directions vs. rupee

Following the 2018 bull-run, USD/INR has been consolidating in a rectangle pattern. The spot is trading above the main weekly simple moving averages (SMAs), s

EUR/GBP bounces off 2020 lows, around 0.8320

The sterling is correcting lower following the moderate pick-up on Thursday and is helping EUR/GBP to bounce off recent yearly lows in the sub0.8300 r

Russia: Structural reforms needed to support growth – ABN Amro

Economy outlook for the Russian country improved last year but still lacks the structural ingredients to steam a high growth environment, according to

China's Xi: Ensuring safety and health of people is a major task

"We need to mend the loopholes exposed in this coronavirus outbreak," China's President Xi Jinping told the Chinese state television on Friday. "Ensur

Copper: Car sales to hit the red metal – ANZ

A move below $5,700/t was near before base metals were able to recover. There are still troubles on the horizon for the red metal as auto sales in Chi

GBP/USD: Bulls asking out the pound

Gains on the cable are set to continue as technical indicators point at that, according to an analyst at FXStreet Yohay Elam. Key quotes “The four-hou

USD/CAD slides to mid-1.3200s, reverses Thursday’s positive move

The USD/CAD pair extended its steady intraday slide and refreshed daily lows, around mid-1.3200s during the early European session on Friday. The pair

Canada: Housing market is back – NBF

Economists at the National Bank of Canada Financial markets summarize the situation of the Canadian housing market which has recovered since a year ag

US Dollar Index Price Analysis: Correction lower could test the mid-98.00s

DXY is shedding some ground after reaching fresh yearly peaks in the proximity of 99.20 earlier on Friday. The current overbought levels in the dollar

EUR/JPY Price Analysis: Scope for a drop to 117.00

The bearish note around EUR/JPY remains unchanged for the time being, encouraging the cross to breach the key support at 119.00 the figure. While belo

South Africa: Rand best CEEMEA performer this week – Rabobank

The South African rand was on track to end this week as the best performer amongst its CEEMEA peers after President Ramaphosa’s speech, Piort Matys fr

Japan: GDP will see a severe contraction – Westpac

Economists forecast a sharp drop in Q4 GDP for Japan, Westpac Institutional Bank reports. USD/JPY is trading at 109.805 after rising since the start o

EUR/USD: Love is in the bearish air

EUR/USD has been extending its losses, trading at the lowest since April 2017. Yohay Elam, an analyst at FXStreet analyzes the technical perspective o

EUR/USD tests daily highs around 1.0850 post-US data

The shred currency has recovered the smile at the end of the week, with EUR/USD now navigating the upper end of the daily range around 1.0850. EUR/USD

Hungary: No room to counter a deep downturn – ABN Amro

Anke Martens, a senior analyst at ABN Amro, reviews the current situation of the Hungarian economy, expecting a slowdown. EUR/HUF is trading at 335.02

German EcoMin: Economy is still experiencing a period of weakness

The German Economy Ministry is out with its assessment of the economy after the fourth quarter 2019 GDP showed stagnation. Key Quotes: German economy

Gains in AUD/USD look limited for the time being – UOB

FX Strategists at UOB Group believe AUD/USD will likely move into a consolidative phase in the next sessions. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “Our expectatio

WTI climbs to fresh two-week highs above $52

The barrel of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell below the $51 handle on Thursday but recovered a large portion of its losses to close the day at $51.

GBP/USD drops to session lows, risks breaking below 1.30 mark post-US retail sales

The GBP/USD pair held on to its weaker tone and dropped to fresh session lows, around the key 1.30 psychological mark in reaction to the latest US mac

EUR/JPY challenges 119.00 ahead of US data

The persistent soft tone surrounding thje European currency in combination with the stead pace in the Japanese safe haven are forcing EUR/JPY to trade

Gold in search of a firm direction, stuck in a range around $1575 region

Gold lacked any firm directional bias and oscillated in a narrow trading band around the $1575 region through the early European session on Friday. A

Russian oil firms favor extending than deepening output cuts - S&P Global Platts

Citing the Chiefs of Russia’s oil giants, S&P Global Platts reports that a majority of the Russian oil companies back the case for oil output cut exte

WHO: Coronavirus cases among health care workers peaked in third and fourth week of Jan

"We need to know more about the infection of 1,760 Chinese health workers, including the time period and circumstances," World Health Organization (WH

When are US monthly retail sales figures and how could they affect EUR/USD?

Friday's US economic docket highlights the release of monthly retail sales figures, scheduled at 13:30 GMT. Consensus estimates point to modest growth

EUR/USD depressed near 1.0830 ahead of EMU data

After bottoming out (and printing fresh 2020 lows) in the 1.0830/25 band, EUR/USD has managed to regain some poise, trim part of the daily losses and

USD/CHF retakes 0.9800 mark, 1-1/2 month tops

The USD/CHF pair climbed to 1-1/2 month tops during the early European session on Friday and was now seen extending the momentum further beyond the 0.

Canada: CPI inflation is projected to firm to 2.4% in January – TD Securities

Previewing next week's macroeconomic data releases from Canada, "CPI inflation is projected to firm to 2.4% in January on a combination of a 0.3% m/m

US: Retail Sales rose 0.3% in January as expected

Retail Sales in the US increased by 0.3% on a monthly basis in January following December's 0.2% growth, the advanced data published by the US Census

USD/JPY: Aiming 110.00 again

Japanese Tertiary Industry Index came in negative for December but beat expectations, while US Retail Sales and Michigan Consumer Sentiment will close

China's securities regulator to ease refinancing rules to help companies fight coronavirus

China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has announced that it will be easing refinancing conditions to help listed companies fight the coronavir

Eurozone Prelim GDP arrives at 0.1% QoQ in Q4 vs. 0.1% expected

After Germany flirted with a recession in the final quarter of 2019, the Eurozone economy steadied in the fourth quarter, the latest figures released

Base metals still have demand – TDS

Analysts at TD Securities have confidence in the base metals and expect prices for copper, aluminum and lead heading north. Key quotes “There's still

Atlanta Fed's GDPNow drops to 2.4% from 2.7% for first quarter of 2020

The real gross domestic product (GDP) in the United States is expected to expand by 2.4% in the first quarter of 2020, the Federal Reserve Bank of Atl

EUR/CHF: SNB does not find love in prices – Rabobank

The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has the mandate to maintain CPI inflation near 2% on a yearly basis but is currently running at just 0.2%. CHF’s strengt

AUD/USD steadies above 0.6700, looks to snap six-week losing streak

The AUD/USD pair is struggling to make a decisive move in either direction on Friday and continues to fluctuate in a relatively tight range above the

Rouble rate is important factor in Russia's position on OPEC+ deal – Reuters

Russian oil companies are worried about the risk of a higher rouble rate due to the planned sales of Sberbank, Reuters reported on Friday, citing a so

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President Trump told Fox News friend Geraldo Rivera on Thursday that he did send Rudy Giuliani to Ukraine to procure damaging information on his political rivals. "Was it strange to send Rudy Giuliani to Ukraine, your personal lawyer?" Rivera asked Trump on his podcast. "Are you sorry you did that?" "No, not at all," Trump responded. "When you tell me, why did I use Rudy, and one of the things about Rudy, No. 1, he was the best prosecutor, you know, one of the best prosecutors, and the best mayor." "That is literally the exact opposite of what he told Bill O'Reilly in an interview in November," CNN fact-checker Daniel Dale told Don Lemon on Thursday night, playing the clip where Trump said, "No, I didn't direct him," meaning Giuliani. "So what has changed now? Well, perhaps Trump just thinks impeachment's over with, I've been acquitted, I can say whatever I want. Perhaps he forgot that he ever denied this. Regardless, though, what he's saying now is the truth. He did direct Rudy to go there. We heard that not…

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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) visited President Trump on Thursday afternoon to try and negotiate the reversal of his administration's new ban on New Yorkers participating in the Global Entry and "trusted traveler" programs, which ease border crossings and airport security lines for enrolled travelers. Cuomo had low hopes, and they were met. The governor's office and acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf said talks will continue. Before the meeting, Trump floated what appeared to be an offer he hoped New York couldn't refuse. Cuomo "must understand that National Security far exceeds politics," he tweeted, an apparent reference to the administration's purported rationale for blocking New Yorkers from the programs. "New York must stop all of its unnecessary lawsuits & harrassment [sic]." New York Attorney General Letitia James — who won a $2 million settlement from Trump over his canceled family charity and is suing him and his business on multiple fronts, including for his financial records — clapped back.…

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Fatima Sana Shaikh nails Marathi look in 'Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari'

"Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari", a family comedy set in the 90s Mumbai, also stars Diljit Dosanjh. The film, produced by Zee Studios, is slated to release in the second half of the year.

Jagan Mohan Reddy illegal assets case: CBI files counter affidavit against Andhra Pradesh CM

The CBI filed counter affidavit before the Telangana HC, who is dealing with 11 petitions filed by Jagan seeking to quash the order of the CBI court and dispense with his personal appearance.

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

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

Man killed over seat brawl in Mumbai-Latur-Bidar Express

At Daund station, the Government Railway Police rushed the victim to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries sometime later.

Telangana CM Chandrasekhar Rao decides to overhaul irrigation department to boost efficiency

The CM also performed puja at Triveni Sangamama at Kaleshwara Swamy temple.

Eight-phase panchayat bypolls in Jammu and Kashmir to be held in March 2020

Of the 11,639 vacant panch seats, 11,457 seats are in Kashmir and 182 in Jammu and of the 1,011 vacant sarpanch seats, 887 are in Kashmir and the remaining 124 in Jammu.

Jaguar Land Rover launches new discovery sport

The desirability of the exterior design continues into the cabin. The refined interiors lend a sense of calm, as one enters the vehicle.

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

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

Man killed in tiff over cigarette price in Odisha's Kasaphal village

Two of the four persons, while trying to flee the spot, were caught by locals and beaten up. Their car was also vandalised.

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

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

Openers fail; Hanuma Vihari, Cheteshwar Pujara come to rescue on Day 1 of warm-up game

All the three designated openers -- Mayank Agarwal (1), Prithvi Shaw (0) and Shubman Gill (0) -- failed the seam and bounce test, falling cheaply.

TN budget 2020-21 highlights: State's economy was strong despite global slowdown, says OPS

Tamil Nadu achieved growth of 8.1 per cent in 2018-19, says Deputy Chief Minister O Paneerselvam in his state budget speech.

Dawood Ibrahim could be involved in match-fixing scandal in 2000: ACP Ishwar Singh

ACP Ishwar Singh was the first to be deployed in the anti-extortion cell of the Delhi Police in 2000.

Marakkar a dream come true: Manju Warrier

Manju recalled that she was called to star in Priyadarshan-Mohanlal duo’s Chandralekha (1997) and regretted not being able to do it due to various factors.

China's virus crackdown leaves millions working at home

The government extended the Lunar New Year holiday to keep factories and offices closed. Cinemas, temples and other tourist sites were shut down to prevent crowds from forming.

Kashmir issue close to both Turkey, Pakistan: Erdogan rakes up Article 370 despite India's objection

The Turkish President, who is in Islamabad on a two-day visit, also announced that Turkey will back Pakistan in its efforts to come out of the Grey List of the FATF.

Never called Arvind Kejriwal a terrorist: Prakash Javadekar

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

WATCH | Billie Eilish drops James Bond theme song 'No time to die'

The news of Billie going to croon the theme song for the 25th installment of the upcoming spy-thriller 'No Time to Die' has been the talk of the town ever since she was signed to sing the song.

Coronavirus death toll nears 1,400 in China, with 5,090 new cases

The number of reported cases has been rising more quickly after the hardest-hit province changed its method of counting them Thursday.

Three people who tested positive for coronavirus in Kerala fully recover

Kerala has also successfully contained the outbreak of Nipah in the state in the past by following the protocol and procedures laid down by the WHO.

FIH Player of the Year: Unexpected award delights Manpreet Singh

Manpreet Singh showed that quality recently in the two Pro League encounters against the Netherlands last month.

Do you want us to wind up SC?: Top court fumes at govt, telcos over non-payment of AGR dues 

'We don't know who is creating this nonsense. Is there no law left in the country? It is better not to live in this country and rather leave the country,' the bench observed.

Temperatures to drop across Oman

PACA said, in its weather forecast for Friday.

Driver arrested for hit and run in Oman

The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has arrested a vehicle driver.

How to ensure the elderly do not suffer from malnutrition

Let's start by looking at the reasons that lead to malnutrition in the elderly.

Best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip deals: Available now

Samsung just released its newest folding phone, the Galaxy Z Flip and it's now available to buy. Pick one up today at the best price, whether on contract or SIM-free.

PlayStation VR 2 release date, price, design and feature rumours

Here's everything you need to know about Sony's next-gen PSVR 2 headset, including potential release dates and the latest patents.

PlayStation 5 (PS5) release date, price, features & spec news

Sony has confirmed that the PS5 is coming. Here's all you need to know, from release date and pricing rumours to confirmed specs and games.

Best Free WordPress Themes

Whether you're making a new website or revamping an existing one there are literally thousands of WordPress themes to choose from. The options may seem a little overwhelming, so to help you select the best look for your site we’ve narrowed the field down to these 8 best WordPress themes for 2020.

The biggest new movies of 2020

We've rounded up the biggest new films coming out in 2020, including No Time to Die, Wonder Woman 1984 and more

What’s the difference between 120Hz, 90Hz and 60Hz?

Once you've made the jump to a high refresh rate, you'll never want to go back - we explain why

Best portable hard drive & SSD 2020

There are many different portable hard drives and SSDs on the market today, so which is the best? We review and rank the top external storage you can buy.

Chrissy Teigen's Daughter Demands a Haircut From Jen Atkin for $5

Luna Legend, the budding singer/model/dancer/EGOT winner who happens to be the daughter of Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, is ready for a haircut.

The Best Romantic Movies on Netflix for Every Kind of Vibe

We compiled the best romantic movies on Netflix in every category, from indie tearjerkers to feel-good musical films.

Kylie Jenner Gets a Super-Short Bob and Jokingly Complains Her Hairstylist "Cut Off All My Hair"

The third Kardashian to get a hair change recently (ICYMI, Kim Kardashian and sister Khloe both went "bronde"), Kylie Jenner got a short bob—the shortest it's been in a while.

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner's Baby: Everything We Know So Far

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner are expecting a baby in the summer of 2020. Here's what we know.

Ashley Graham, Multitasker, Works, Drinks Coffee, and Breastfeeds All At Once

New mom and all-around badass Ashley Graham isn't shying away from the realities of motherhood. Last night she shared a photo of her breastfeeding and having coffee out in public.

‘Stranger Things 4’: Hopper Is Alive & Looks Unrecognizable In First Look — Watch

Hopper's alive in this first look at 'Stranger Things 4.'

Charles Barkley Faces Backlash For Saying Fans Shouldn’t Forget Kobe Bryant’s Rape Case

Some fans are upset that Charles Barkley brought up Kobe Bryant's rape case during an interview about his death.

Miley Cyrus’s Sexy Lace-Up Leather Pants With Tiny Tank Top & 16 More Stars Rocking The Trend

Miley Cyrus looked fabulous when she rocked a white tank top with lace-up red leather pants in NYC on Feb. 12.

Dog the Bounty Hunter Admits He’s ‘Almost’ Ready To Date Again 8 Mos. After Beth Chapman’s Death

Dog The Bounty Hunter discussed where's he's at, romance wise, almost a year after his wife Beth's tragic passing.

G-Eazy Parties With Mystery Woman In L.A. 4 Days After PDA With Model Livia Pillmann

G-Eazy was spotted with another gorgeous woman in Los Angeles!

Jenelle Evans & David Eason Living Together & Working On Relationship 3.5 Mos. After Split

Jenelle Evans and David Eason are reportedly living together roughly three and a half months following their tumultuous split.

Lucy Hale, Katy Perry & More Best Dressed Celebrities Of The Week – Pics

From Lucy Hale to Bella Hadid, see all of the best dressed celebrities from this week!

Hailey Baldwin Stuns While Going Makeup Free In L.A. Ahead Of Justin’s Album Release

Hailey Baldwin stepped out in Los Angeles sans makeup and looked absolutely flawless in a red tracksuit and white sneakers!

20 Of The Sweetest Couples Of 2020 Who Will Be Celebrating Valentine’s Day Together

Celebrity couples will cozy up together and celebrate their love this Valentine's Day 2020. See the A-list couples.

Pamela Anderson Admits ‘I’m Not An Easy Wife’ After 12 Day Marriage To Jon Peters

Pamela Anderson confessed on Twitter that she's 'not an easy wife,'

‘Life After Lockup’ Preview: Sarah Screams At Michael & Tells Him To Leave — Watch

Sarah and Michael fight about their kids and she breaks down in tears in this 'Life After Lockup' preview.

Kylie Jenner’s Hair Makeover: She Debuts Super Short Bob In New Selfie — Before & After Pics

Kylie Jenner debuted her super short new hair makeover after her stylist 'cut off' all her locks!

Special Harriet Tubman Visa Debit Card Sparks 'Wakanda Forever'-Themed Backlash

Abolitionist hero doesn't quite look like herself

Samuel L Jackson to Star as Hitman in Thriller From 'Crazy, Stupid, Love' Directors

"Intolerable Cruelty" writer Matthew Stone penned the screenplay for the untitled film

Universal Confirms Nirvana, Elton John and Sonic Youth Masters Lost or Damaged in 2008 Vault Fire

Other affected artists include Michael McDonald and White Zombie

Fox Business' Lou Dobbs 'Disappointed' by Attorney General Bill Barr - One Day After Praising Barr for 'Doing the Lord's Work' (Video)

Poor host must have whiplash from his quick reversal

'A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon' Review: Aardman's Wooly Hero Returns for a Hilarious Close Encounter

Meticulous stop-motion meets clever gags and sci-fi shoutouts for another animated winner

'No Time to Die': Listen to Billie Eilish's Theme Song for 25th James Bond Movie Here (Audio)

Film opens in theaters on April 10

'Downhill' Film Review: Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Will Ferrell Remake Falls Short of Original

This unnecessary redo of "Force Majeure" doesn't trust its audience's intelligence

'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' Film Review: Ravishing Drama Is a Feminist Tale

You don't need any prior knowledge in order to be wowed by Céline Sciamma's "Portrait of a Lady on Fire," a visually ravishing period drama.

Ice Dropped Down A 450-Foot Hole Sounds Exactly Like A Laser Gun Battle

Have you ever wondered what ice may sound like dropped down a deep icy well? Now, you don’t have to because scientists have just revealed it, and whatever

Christina Koch Is Reunited With Her Dog After 328 Days In Space And We're Crying

It's hard to imagine life as an astronaut. Making daily scientific breakthroughs while you orbit the globe, witnessing Earth from the best seat in the hous

Study On Misogynist Men's Groups On The Internet Confirms The Obvious

I'm sure if you've been online and strayed off of the Baby Shark music video on YouTube onto Reddit, Twitter, or even the comments section of the Baby Shar

Feast Your Eyes On These Incredible New Images Of A Dimming Betelgeuse

Astronomers have employed the visual acuity of the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (VLT) to capture these incredible images of the cha

Scientists Turn Complete Human Organs Transparent For The First Time

For the first time ever, scientists have managed to make intact human organs transparent, allowing them to peer inside these vital body parts without needi

It Was Over 20°C In Antarctica Last Week

Just days after mainland Antarctica tipped a record temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), there are fresh reports of yet another record in the region: a positive

Scientists Finally Solve The Mystery Of How Millipedes Do It

Ever found yourself up late at night, tossing and turning and asking yourself, how exactly do millipedes do it? Same. Thankfully, with a little bit of help

Design A Martian City State And You Could Bag Yourself $10,000

Last month, Elon Musk tweeted about SpaceX’s ambitious goal of landing a million people on Mars by 2050. Whilst more thought probably needs to be given to

Scientists Switch Consciousness On Or Off In Monkeys Using Tiny Brain Zaps

How’s this for a wake-up call? Scientists have shown that it's possible to instantly jolt a monkey out of deep anesthetized sleep using a quick zap of elec

Google Earth Adds 1,000 New Aerial Photographs Of Our Planet And It Turns Out We're Beautiful

Google Earth has just given you a free pass to explore 1,000 locations on Earth from the comfort of your desk. Taking the Google Earth View collection up t

New Arrokoth Studies Throw Open A Window Into The Early Solar System

On New Year’s Day 2019, NASA’s New Horizons visited Arrokoth (2014 MU69), the furthest world ever explored by a human spacecraft. Three new papers publishe

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

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

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

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

Canada hopeful Iran will provide black boxes from downed airliner: Champagne

Canadian Foreign Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne says he sees progress in persuading Iran to relinquish the black boxes from the Ukrainian jetliner that crashed near Tehran last month.

Canada hopeful Iran will provide black boxes from downed airliner: Champagne

Canadian Foreign Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne says he sees progress in persuading Iran to relinquish the black boxes from the Ukrainian jetliner that crashed near Tehran last month.

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

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

Angry APC protesters attack Diri’s home, damage properties

Persons suspected to the members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday attacked the home of Bayelsa State governor-elect Duoye Diri, destroying several properties. The attack on the home located in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, came after the Supreme Court sacked David Lyon as the governor-elect and ordered that Douye of the People’s Democratic Party, […]

Report: Waylaid by Daydream VR & focused on Lens, Google far from AR glasses

Augmented reality is arguably the next big thing for its potential to replace the smartphone and change how people interact with tech. Google AR glasses...

Some Pixel owners appear to have lost the ability to save Call Screen audio

It appears that some Pixel owners have lost the ability to save the audio from any calls blocked using the Call Screen feature.

Yes, you can keep using Google Stadia for free if you cancel Pro after trial

If you cancel your Google Stadia Pro membership after its trial period ends, Google has confirmed you'll be put on the unreleased free tier a bit early.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip selling out quickly in the US due to limited stock

Just hours after going on sale, Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip sold out, likely a result of intentionally limited stock. If you wanted one, you'll have to wait.

Report: YouTube grabs 70% of total time spent watching streaming services on mobile

A new report suggests that YouTube accounts for over 70% of the total time we spent using streaming services on mobile throughout 2019.

Google calls out Samsung for ‘unnecessary’ changes to Android’s kernel

In a security-focused post, Google has called out Samsung, one of the biggest Android OEMs, for "unnecessary" changes to the Linux kernel core.

Google Labs brings Doodles to home screen of non-Pixel Android phones

The latest of these Labs has brought Google Doodles to the home screen search widget of more Android phones, once a Pixel exclusive feature.

Pixel 3 XL is $399 unlocked in today’s top deals, plus Best Buy’s Presidents’ Day sale, more

Friday's best deals include the unlocked Pixel 3 XL at $399. You can also save during the Best Buy Presidents' Day sale, and more.

'How Did RDX Reach? Probe First, Then Memorial': NCP Questions Centre Over Pulwama Attack

Senior NCP leader Nawab Malik questioned the Centre over why no investigation was set up to probe the Pulwama attack details of which are still scarce

Indiana Uses 3-point Flurry To Beat No. 21 Iowa, End Skid

Devonte Green scored 18 of his 27 points in the first half and Trayce Jackson-Davis added 17 on Thursday, helping the Indiana Hoosiers close out an 89-77 victory over No. 21 Iowa.

Yogi Govt Slaps NSA Against Dr. Kafeel Khan For Alleged Inflammatory Anti-CAA Speech

In a shocking development, the Uttar Pradesh government on Friday has slapped the National Security Act (NSA) on Gorakhpur-based pediatrician Dr. Kafeel Khan

'With Creation Of CDS & DMA, Synergy Among Three Services Will Get Fillip': Army Chief

Army Chief Gen Naravane on Thursday said with the office of the CDS and the DMA coming into being, the "synergy" among the three services will "get a fillip".

'Forever Grateful': HM Amit Shah Pays Homage To The Martyrs Of Pulwama Attack

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday paid his homage to the martyrs of last year's Pulwama terror attack which claimed 40 jawans of the CRPF.

Trump Jr Calls Bloomberg 'racist', O'Brien Hits Back In Series Of Tweets

While Mike Bloomberg didn’t respond to Trump Jr's accusations, his senior adviser replied with all the blatantly racist things Trump had uttered in the past.

Scindia Will Also Hit Streets With You: Jyotiraditya Scindia's Promise If MP Govt Defaults

Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday assured to regularise guest teachers Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, stating that he will be their 'shield & sword'

Defence Min Rajnath Singh Pays Tribute To Martyrs Of The 'dastardly' Pulwama Attack

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday paid his homage to the martyrs of last year's Pulwama terror attack which claimed 40 jawans of the CRPF

Kombucha's Benefits & Other Details That You Probably Didn't Know About

Kombucha benefits are numerous on the health front. Take a look at why you must include this magical drink in your daily diet for leading a healthy life-

Bachelorette Party Ideas And Places Near India To Visit To Make Your Bestie Happy

A bachelorette party is quite important for someone who is getting married. Check out these bachelorette party ideas and destinations near India.

Alia Bhatt Slays In Metallic And Shimmery Outfits; You'd Want To Add Them To Your Wardrobe

Here is a look at all the times when Alia Bhatt has shown-off her metallic and shimmery outfit looks. Check out the pictures here. Continue reading to know more

SA Vs ENG 2nd T20I Live Streaming, Durban Pitch Report, Weather And All Match Details

In the second SA vs ENG T20I at Durban, England will have to win against Eoin Morgan's men at all costs to keep the series alive. Read further for all details.

Brown Scores 26, Sparks CSU Northridge Past Cal Poly 81-73

Darius Brown II scored 26 points, leading three into double figures as Cal State Northridge defeated Cal Poly 81-73 on Thursday night.

Indo-US Relationship 'most Transformational' In Current Era: Ambassador Sandhu

The relationship between India and the United States – the two largest democracies of the world – is seen as the most transformational one in the current era, New Delhi's top envoy to the US has said.

IPL 2020: CSK Reportedly Reveals MS Dhoni's Arrival Date At Training Camp In Chennai

IPL 2020: According to a report by a leading media network, MS Dhoni will start training with his teammates at CSK training camp from this date. Read on.

Swaraj Kaushal, Bansuri Remember 'joy Of Our Lives' Sushma Swaraj On Her Birth Anniversary

Swaraj Kaushal, husband of late Sushma Swaraj, has remembered the former External Affairs Minister on her birth anniversary - the first since she passed away

No CMs, Just PM: Arvind Kejriwal Invites Narendra Modi To His Feb 16 Swearing-in

Delhi CM-designate Arvind Kejriwal has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend his swearing-in ceremony on February 16 at the iconic Ramlila Maidan

Sanjay Nirupam Asks 'Is Delhi Congress Aware?' As Maharashtra Defies Party On NPR, Elgaar

Pointing out the disconnect between Central Congress High command and state Congress, Mumbai Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam tweeted on NPR and Elgaar Parishad

BJP Slams 'corrupt Soul' Rahul Gandhi's 'dastardly' Line Of Questioning On Pulwama Attack

The BJP has slammed Rahul Gandhi on Friday after he asked who benefitted the most from the Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF personnel had been killed.

Alia Bhatt Compliments Her Outfits With 'maang Tikka' Like A Pro, See Pics

Alia Bhatt has always grabbed the attention of fans and followers with her style. Here are a few times when she rocked the traditional look with a maang tikka.

Perry Scores 20 To Lift Stetson Over North Alabama 75-64

Rob Perry had 20 points as Stetson beat North Alabama 75-64 on Thursday night.

Rishi Sunak 'honoured' To Be Appointed As UK’s New Finance Minister

Indian-origin British MP Rishi Sunak said that he is “honoured” to be appointed as Chancellor of the Exchequer after he replaced Sajid Javid as UK's next FM.

PM Modi Pays Tribute To Sushma Swaraj, Says 'She Had Great Dreams For Our Nation'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid his tribute to late former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on the day of her birth anniversary.

'Exceptional Leader': HM Amit Shah Pays Tribute To Sushma Swaraj On Her Birth Anniversary

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday paid his tribute to late former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on the day of her birth anniversary.

IPL 2020: RCB Gives Ideal Valentine's Day Gift To Fans By Unveiling New Logo

RCB removed its profile picture and deleted all posts from various social media accounts (including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter), sending fans in tizzy.

Bigg Boss 13: Sidharth Shukla And Arjun Kapoor Get Into A Heated Argument In THIS Old Clip

Sidharth Shukla, who is considered as a potential winner of Bigg Boss 13 by fans, locks horns with Arjun Kapoor in this BTS video from 'Khatron Ke Khiladi'

Stevenson Lifts Southern Miss To 68-66 Win Over FAU

 Sophomore Tyler Stevenson scored 16 points and sank two free throws with 6 seconds left in the game to propel Southern Mississippi to a 68-66 victory over Florida Atlantic on Thursday night.

Trump, Modi To Outline Ambitious Vision For Next Chapter Of Indo-US Ties: Wells

When President Donald Trump travels to India to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the two leaders will outline an ambitious vision for the next chapter of relationship between the two largest democracies of the world, a top American diplomat has said.

Facebook’s Zuckerberg wants ‘new framework’ for digital tax

Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Friday backed moves by the OECD group of free-market economies to reform the way online giants are taxed worldwide, even if that means companies like his...

Facebook's Zuckerberg wants 'new framework' for digital tax

Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Friday backed moves by the OECD group of free-market economies to reform the way online giants are taxed worldwide, even if that means companies like his own ...

Sponsored: Why join an interest list?

Why do people join a new-home community’s interest list? Access to builders, potential savings when you buy and much more.

WATCH | Politicians react to Sona 2020

Ministers and politicians have weighed in about the event, and TimesLIVE was there to hear what they had to say.

Erdogan backs Pak's stand on Kashmir, says issue close to both countries

Voicing his country's support to Pakistan's stand on the Kashmir issue, he said it can be resolved not through conflict or oppression but on the basis of justice and fairness.

Turkey to stand with Pakistan on Kashmir issue, Erdoğan says

President Erdoğan underlined the importance of the Kashmir issue for Turkey, reiterating the country's support to Pakistan for a solution on the basis of justice and equity

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

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

Turkey Says to Export Fast-results Coronavirus Detection Kit

China's coronavirus outbreak has showed no sign of peaking with health authorities reporting more than 5,000 new cases earlier on Friday

Sanders Opens 10-point Lead Nationally, Bloomberg Surges in New Poll as Attacks Escalate

Gallup also released a poll this week surveying 'political liabilities' and found that 93% of all Americans would vote for a Jewish president, up from just 63% in 1958

Report: Iranian Hackers Targeted Western Universities

Hackers allegedly attempt to steal academic literature and course material to use in Iranian schools

Why Is Turkey Threatening a Full-blown Conflict With Syria and to Shatter Its Alliance With Russia

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed to take military action 'everywhere in Syria' if another Turkish soldier is killed or wounded

Bloomberg Hits Back at 'Barking Clown' After Trump Claims He 'Hates Crazy Bernie'

In a series of bombastic and insult riddled tweets, Trump is trying to pit two of his Democratic presidential rivals against each other on Twitter Thursday

Deadly Coronavirus Reaches Egypt as Foreigner Said to Be Diagnosed

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

Bernie Sanders to Online Trolls: Stop 'Ugly Personal Attacks'

'Harassment of all forms is unacceptable to me, and we urge supporters of all campaigns not to engage in bullying or ugly personal attacks," Sanders said in a statement

Turkish-backed Rebels Shoot Down Another Syrian Helicopter in Idlib

Turkish-backed rebels also shot down a Syrian military helicopter in northern Syria on Tuesday, killing its crew members in a fiery crash

Explained Did Assad Just Capture His Highway to Victory in Syria?

The Damascus-Aleppo highway, or the M5, cuts through all of Syria's major cities and is the key to who controls the country

Alexey Oleinik vs. Fabricio Werdum targeted for UFC 250

Fabricio Werdum’s first fight after a long anti-doping suspension will be against Alexey Oleinik.

Missed Fists: Lethwei fighter lands crazy 360 haymaker, more

MMA Fighting’s Alexander K. Lee takes a look back at this past weekend’s overlooked battles, including a lethwei thriller, a stunning battle between Alex Lohore and Anderson Goncalves, a knee-to-the-throat submission, and more!

Ilir Latifi rips judges who ‘robbed’ him at UFC 247: ‘Derrick Lewis knows he lost that night’

Ilir Latifi erupts on the judges’ scorecards in his fight against Derrick Lewis after he lost a unanimous decision at UFC 247.

First passengers exit quarantined Japan ship

The first passengers began leaving a quarantined cruise ship off Japan's coast on Friday to finish their isolation in government-designated lodging after testing negative for the new coronavirus.

First passengers exit quarantined Japan ship

Yokohama: The first passengers began leaving a quarantined cruise ship off Japan's coast on Friday to finish their isolation in government-designated lodging after testing negative for the new coronavirus.

Minnesota Wild fire coach Bruce Boudreau

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild fired coach Bruce Boudreau on Friday after their 30th loss of the season. First-year general manager Bill Guerin fired Boudreau in the...

Bernie Sanders: Too divisive

In the column “How Trump wins again” , David Brooks reveals the number of Sanders voters who went for Trump, or voted other than Democratic, in the 2016...

Man indicted in fatal shooting of Louisiana Walmart employee

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A man accused of fatally shooting a New Orleans Walmart employee and wounding a female customer has been indicted on murder charges, according to the district...

Fish earns speed-skating gold, world record in 10,000m

KEARNS, Utah (AP) — Graeme Fish broke a world record on his way to winning his first long track speed-skating world championship. Fish finished in 12 minutes, 33.86 seconds Friday...

How the Larry Nassar scandal has affected others

A former Michigan State University gymnastics coach was convicted Friday on charges that she lied to police when she denied that two teen athletes told her of sexual abuse by...

Daytona 500 purse in high gear, topping $23 million

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — NASCAR will dole out a record $23.6 million to the 40 drivers racing in the Daytona 500. The sanctioning body released the total purse Friday,...

Virginia offers new migratory bird-protection plans

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia officials announced plans Friday to create new habitat for about 25,000 seabirds after their nesting grounds were paved for a state tunnel expansion project —...

Climate change: Save natural resources

As residents of Washington state, we are lucky to live in a place with an abundance of natural beauty. In the time that I’ve lived here, there has never been...

With Betts gone, Red Sox fill holes in OF and at leadoff

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Win. Dance. Delete. When the Boston Red Sox traded Mookie Betts to the Los Angeles Dodgers on the eve of spring training, they broke up...

Corporate diversity: Amazon

Re: “Amazon’s leadership team is slowly adding diversity” : Shareholders aren’t going to pressure Jeff Bezos to speed up the pace of diversity because the performance of Amazon...

Mariners have no timeline for Mitch Haniger’s return from his latest surgery

Haniger underwent microdisectomy surgery on Thursday in Los Angeles

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

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

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

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

UN experts: North Korea enhances nukes and illicit trade

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

Iowa district to pay $4.8M to settle suit in school bus fire

OAKLAND, Iowa (AP) — A western Iowa school district will pay $4.8 million to settle a lawsuit brought by the family of 16-year-old girl who died in a 2017 school...

Kentucky Derby winner Country House retired with foot injury

Country House, the horse who won the Kentucky Derby in 2019 after the first horse over the finish line was disqualified, has been retired because of a foot ailment. Blackwood...

Valentine’s Day was humiliating for me as a child. I tell my students about it every year.

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Yes, that Harriet Tubman debit card is real, and no, she’s not supposed to be doing the Wakanda salute

Harriet Tubman is in fact saying the word “love” in American Sign Language, according to OneUnited, the black-owned bank that made the debit cards for Black History Month.

Judge denies document request in Abrams ethics investigation

ATLANTA (AP) — A judge handed Democrat Stacey Abrams’ 2018 campaign for Georgia governor a victory in a legal skirmish Friday, denying a request from the state ethics commission for...

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

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

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Kansas leader decries attempts to tie abortion, Medicaid

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A top Republican lawmaker in Kansas on Friday disputed what has become a key talking point for GOP colleagues who are blocking a bipartisan plan to...

Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in disappearance dies

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De Blasio endorses former 2020 rival Sanders for president

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

Zack Kassian suspended 7 games for kicking opponent

NEW YORK (AP) — Edmonton Oilers forward Zack Kassian was suspended seven games by the NHL on Friday for kicking an opponent in the chest. Kassian swung his right leg...

Keturah Orji sets US women’s indoor triple jump record

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Keturah Orji set the women’s U.S. indoor triple jump record Friday at the USA Track and Field Indoor championships. She jumped 47-feet, 10¾-inches on her second...

New ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’ Season 7 Trailer Introduces The Bad Batch

A new Star Wars: The Clone Wars season 7 trailer introduces the ragtag unit of Clone Troopers from Squad 99, known as The Bad Batch.

‘Stranger Things 4’ Teaser Confirms That Hopper is Alive

The Stranger Things 4 teaser, titled "From Russia with love..." is hopping with secrets, including the surprise return of a familiar character.

‘Indiana Jones 5’ Starts Production in Two Months, and We Can Already Hear the Whip Cracking

According to Harrison Ford, making the press rounds for Call of the Wild coming to theaters, Indiana Jones 5 starts shooting in two months.

VOTD: How ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ Should Have Ended

Want to know how Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker should have ended? Here's your answer, along with some pit stops along the way.

Now Scream This: The Best Horror Movies to Watch on Valentine’s Day

In this edition of Now Scream This, we take a look at several great Valentine's Day horror movies you need to watch this weekend.

The Morning Watch: The Tricks of Faking a Single Take Shot, 2.5 Hour DGA Nominees Discussion & More

In this edition, find out the tricks of how to make a long movie shot, watch a nearly 2.5 hour discussion with the 2020 DGA Awards nominees, and more.

‘Jurassic World 3’ is Bringing Back Jake Johnson and Omar Sy

Jake Johnson and Omar Sy, whose characters were last seen in 2015's Jurassic World, will be reprising their roles in the Jurassic World 3 cast.

Street Fighter 5: Champion Edition out today and Seth joins the roster

Street Fighter 5: Champion Edition is now available for PC and PS3 alongside Seth, who joins the Champion Edition roster as the 40th character.

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

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

The indie games and news worth caring about this week

In the first episode of this indie-focused series, we've picked a few games we think you should keep on your radar.

Watch Final Fantasy 7 Remake’s completely remade opening cinematic

The opening cinematic for Final Fantasy 7 has been completely redone in the Remake.

The ESA confirms 10 publishers attending E3 2020

E3 organiser the ESA has confirmed some of the publishers not missing the show this year.

Call of Duty Warzone: Supply Station, Plunder, killstreaks, loadouts and respawn mechanic leaked

It looks like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare's Warzone mode will introduce a few unique mechanics to its take on battle royale.

Remedy is working on a multiplayer live service game alongside another unannounced project

Control and Alan Wake developer Remedy has revealed a little bit about what's going to be keeping it busy over the next several months.

Control and Untitled Goose Game were the big winners at the 2020 DICE Awards

The 23rd annual DICE Awards took place on February 13, with Control and Untitled Goose Game walking home with multiple awards.

West of Dead open beta returns to Xbox One, and comes to Steam

Twin-stick shooter West of Dead, starring Ron Perlman as William Mason, is back in open beta on Xbox One and is ready for players on PC.

Bleeding Edge – here’s a look at Gizmo’s abilities, specials, and supers

In the latest series of Bleeding Edge videos, we're given a look at basic abilities, Supers, and Specials for Gizmo, one of the DPS heroes in the game.

NPD January 2020: Switch best-selling hardware, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot tops software

The NPD has released its analysis for the month of January 2020 noting year-over-year declines across the board.

Pokemon Go Field Research quests: February missions and rewards list

If you want to be the very best, you’ll need to stay on top of the Pokemon Go Research Quests – constantly changing missions and activities that players can pick up and complete for bonuses and rewards. Here’s all the current missions for February 2020. Pokemon Go’s research quests are split into two categories: Field […]

Shenmue 3’s second DLC will release next week

The second Shenmue 3 DLC, Story Quest Pack, will be made available on February 18.

Sonic the Hedgehog is the second decent video game movie in a row – is the curse broken?

This might seem obvious, but movies really have to be about something. This has often been the hurdle which has caused many video game movies to faceplant. Think back to the terrible Hitman films – they’re about nothing. Neither is the Hitman game franchise, but the difference is genius sandbox levels and intricate play systems […]

Steam Labs’ Play Next will pick your next game from your library

The new Steam Labs experiment should help you get through your backlog.

Steam’s latest hit is a Diablo-like that spent 4 years in Early Access

Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem is the latest indie hit on Steam.

Pokemon Go Valentine’s Event 2020: shiny Happiny, Chansey, new Pokemon and event bonuses explained

Another Pokemon Go event is here. This time it’s for Valentine’s Day 2020, and the game has a range of appropriately loved-up bonuses for you to celebrate the fact. Pokemon Go Valentine’s Event 2020 Start Time & Basic Features First up, when is the event on? Well, simple answer. It kicks off at February 14th […]

Sony struggling to set PS5 price after scarce components push cost to $450 – report

Sony is reportedly struggling to keep the cost of PS5 down.

WaPo: Trump Wants To Use Probe Of Intel Community As 2020 Campaign Fodder

Angered by the lack of criminal prosecutions against his political enemies, President Donald Trump wants to use the fruits of...

Did Trump Tell Barr to Cut Stone Slack? Who Cares?

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Trump Claims He Has ‘Legal Right’ To Meddle In Criminal Cases Amid Roger Stone Fiasco

President Donald Trump asserted that he has the power to interfere in criminal cases on Friday morning amid the fallout...

McConnell Urges Trump To Listen To Bill Barr And Cool It On The Tweets

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) said on Thursday night that President Donald Trump should lay off on tweeting his...

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

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

Giuliani Claims Dems Want To ‘Literally Kill’ Him Due To His Ukraine Ramblings

Rudy Giuliani, President Donald Trump’s personal lawyer, said Thursday night that Democrats want to “kill” him because of supposed insider...

Q&A: Pascal Siakam on Kobe, scarves, all-star weekend and hot sauce

Last year he won the league’s Most Improved Player award. This year he’s a starter for his first appearance in the all-star game. It seems that as soon as Pascal Siakam reaches a new milestone, another first comes into sight. The 25-year-old is trying to push what’s possible for a kid who wasn’t playing basketball a decade ago, while taking it all in stride.

A’s Tony Kemp chose not to be part of Astros’ 2017 sign-stealing

MESA, Ariz. — Called up in September 2017 by Houston, Tony Kemp immediately got asked by teammates whether he wanted to be a part of the Astros’ sign-stealing scheme. His answer was a firm no, and Kemp didn’t feel further pressure to do it.

Fantasy Mailbag: Jason Zucker is a must-add after trade to Penguins

Roses are red, violets are blue, the NHL injury bug has hit, and so has the flu. My Valentine’s Day gift to you.

NBA All-Star Weekend: Five things you need to know about the events

NBA All-Star Weekend kicks off Friday, with a number of events to tune into and things to check out including the annual celebrity game, the Rising Stars Game, the All-Star Saturday Night and the big game itself on Sunday.

Blue Jays’ McGuire ‘will definitely’ address fans about arrest, Atkins says

DUNEDIN, Fla. – Toronto Blue Jays catcher Reese McGuire wants to address his recent arrest for exposure of sexual organs once he’s completed the legal process, general manager Ross Atkins said Friday.

UEFA bans Manchester City from Champions League for two seasons

LONDON — English Premier League champion Manchester City was banned by UEFA from the Champions League for two seasons on Friday for "serious breaches" of spending rules and failing to co-operate with investigators i n a seismic ruling against one of world football’s wealthiest clubs.

Untitled Goose Game Gets GOTY @ DICE Awards 2020; Control Wins Big

Untitled Goose Game unexpectedly won the GOTY at the DICE Awards 2020. Remedy's Control took home the most prizes, though, with four wins.

Latest Gmail for iOS Update Will Let Users Add Attachments from Files App

Great news, Gmail for iOS users. A new update for iPhone and iPad will let you add attachments to your email straight from the Files app.

Windows 10 Pro Can’t Handle the 128-Thread AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Windows 10 Pro Can't Handle the Mighty AMD Threadripper 3990X and Its 128 Cores. You Will Have to Opt for Windows 10 for Workstations

NVIDIA CEO: Nintendo Switch and Notebook Success Have Changed the Profile of Our Gaming Business

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said that the success of the Nintendo Switch and Max-Q notebooks changed the profile of the company's gaming business

Best Valentine’s Day Discounts on Apple iPad, MacBook, iPhone Accessories, More

These are the best Valentine's Day discounts on Apple gear including iPad, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iPhone accessories and more.

Exclusive: Intel Xe HP 4-Tile 500W GPU EU Count Leaked, No It’s Not 512

Well, well, well, I have something really interesting for you. Remember the Xe HP GPU leak from a couple of days back that showcased a 4-tile 500W GPU? And remember how most people assumed this is a 512 EU affair with 4096 cores? Well, I decided to ask one of my sources working at Intel …

Apple Stores Employees in Beijing Are Now Screening Customers Due to the Coronavirus Threat

With the coronavirus threat rampant, Apple Store employees are limiting customer entrance while also screening them in the process

Ubisoft Massive Isn’t Looking at PS5 or Xbox Series X for The Division 2

Ubisoft Massive isn't looking to take advantage of the increased hardware power of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X for The Division 2.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Full Opening Movie Released Online

The full Final Fantasy VII Remake

5G-Ready iPhone 12 Might Ship Without 2×2 MIMO Support, Resulting in Slower Upload Speeds

A new report states that one of the many iPhone 12 features to not be present is 2x2 MIMO support, resulting in crippled upload speeds

Marvel’s Avengers Achievements Leak, Game’s Villains and Other Details Revealed

Want to know who you'll be fighting in Marvel's Avengers? The game's revealing achievements list has leaked!

DOOM Eternal New Footage Gives First Gameplay Look at the Marauder

New DOOM Eternal footage emerged online, giving us a first gameplay look at the fearsome Marauder and much more

TLOU2 Game Director Boasts That Naughty Dog Will Redefine Triple-A This Year

Co-Game director on The Last of Us Part II, Anthony Newman, has taken to Twitter to boast about Naughty Dog's upcoming sequel. Expectations for The Last of Us sequel are sky-high, but Naughty Dog appears to be convinced that it will deliver with The Last of Us Part II this May. Some developers might try …

Xiaomi Mi 10 Sells Out in Just 60 Seconds but Future Stock May Be in Short Supply for a Limited Time

Xiaomi has revealed that the first batch of the Mi 10 series was sold out within a minute of going live in China

Galaxy S20 Ultra Battery Charges Fully in 58 Minutes With a 45W Charger

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra takes about an hour to charge fully using a 45W charger. Read on to find out more.

Public Halo CE PC Testing Has Begun; Contains Four Missions and Matchmaking Alongside Custom Games and Customization Options

The first public Halo CE PC tests are now underway and included are four campaign missions and matchmaking content.

Rainbow Six Siege Shows Off Its New Void Edge Operators, the Burly Oryx and Spacey Iana

Get a first look at the new Rainbow Six Siege Operators -- the holographic Iana, and "Mr. Kool-Aid Man" Oryx!

PlayStation 5 Cooling System Is More Expensive Than Usual to Avoid Heating Issues – Report

According to a recent report from Bloomberg, Sony opted to spend more for the PlayStation 5 cooling system to avoid heating issues

Pixel 3 XL 64GB Is Now Available at a Substantial Price Cut, but Only for a Limited Time

At B&H, the Pixel 3 XL costs only $399, and is only a step-down from the Pixel 4 XL while offering decent hardware specifications

Alleged Google Pixel 5 XL Render Makes an Appearance Online With a Unique Triple-Camera Setup

YouTube user FrontPageTech just showcased one of the tree designs Google is considering for the Google Pixel 5. Read on to find out more.

Apple Should Pay Store Employees for Overtime Due to Bag Searches – Court

California Supreme Court has ruled that Apple owes millions to its Apple Store employees for the time that they spend for bag searches.

Justin Bieber tiptoes out of cocoon with new album 'Changes'

Reclusive pop phenom Justin Bieber took baby steps back into public life Friday with the release of "Changes," a mellow, lovelorn album that is his first since 2015. The R&B-tinged offering is less a defiant comeback than a tentative toe-dip back into the public life the 25-year-old has largely shunned…

A Seismic Shift? Kraken Releases January Bitcoin Volatility Report

Kraken Intelligence, our team of in-house research experts, has released its Bitcoin Volatility Report for January, 2020. Key Takeaways BTC’s +30.3% price appreciation marked its best start to the year since 2013. Stronger 1-month correlations with gold, oil, and US treasuries suggest that the Iran-US…

Three things we spotted in Manchester United training ahead of Chelsea game

Man Utd have spent the last week in Marbella for a warm weather training camp before playing Chelsea in the Premier League.

'Roadworks and a railway crossing closure has left our village like a ghost town'

People in Hale say they can't get in and out, and businesses are already losing takings

Jack Grealish's Manchester United 2020/21 season predicted amid summer transfer links

Aston Villa playmaker Jack Grealish has been linked with a move to Manchester United this summer, so how would the English midfielder perform at Old Trafford? We used Football Manager 2020 to find out.

Mason Greenwood sent Manchester United training warning

Man Utd striker Mason Greenwood is one of the hottest prospects at the club but he's been sent a warning over his performances in training.

Man City fans give verdict on Jadon Sancho transfer this summer

Manchester City supporters have had their say on whether the club should move to bring Jadon Sancho back to the club.

Paul Pogba agent Mino Raiola gives Manchester United exit and Juventus transfer update

Man Utd midfielder Paul Pogba is keen to leave the club and his agent Mino Raiola has given an update on a potential transfer.

Sea, sun, sailing... and chocolate - discovering the perfect antidote to winter

A 14-day Caribbean cruise on P&O's freshly revamped Britannia will quickly make you forget the wild British weather

James Maddison wants Manchester United transfer

Man United have finalised their transfer shortlist of attacking targets and James Maddison wants to move to Old Trafford.

What Fred has done in training to improve at Manchester United

Man Utd have been on a warm weather training camp in Spain and Fred has been impressing again and Michael Carrick has explained why.

Back To The Future The Musical debuts at the Opera House

Time-travellers Marty McFly and Dr Emmett Brown return in a stage version of the blockbuster Eighties film

Things that go bump in the theatre - Ghost Stories comes to The Lowry

Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman take their horror play on the road

Mason Greenwood names two people who have helped him at Manchester United

Man Utd forward Mason Greenwood has revealed the two people who have helped him most at the club and how he can improve.

This Morning's Alison Hammond pays tribute to her ‘wonderful’ mum who has died from liver and lung cancer

This Morning host Alison, 45, dedicated Valentine’s Day to her beloved mum Maria

Fernandinho describes the kind of legacy he wants to leave at Man City

Fernandinho has been one of Pep Guardiola's most trusted players at Manchester City this season

Why two Man City players are causing excitement at Arsenal FC under Mikel Arteta

Former Manchester City coach Mikel Arteta was named as Unai Emery's replacement at Arsenal in January and his squad remain excited.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes compares this Liverpool FC team to Man City Centurions

Liverpool's Premier League leaders will still not be as good as Manchester City's 2017/18 side under Pep Guardiola, Paul Scholes says.

Manchester Arena bomber Salman Abedi and brother Hashem fled scene of car crash in Fallowfield weeks before attack, court told

The brothers ran away after crashing their silver Toyota Aygo into another car in Fallowfield on March 23, 2017, and failed to tend to the 'traumatised and crying' woman driving the other car, according to an eye witness

Gary Rhodes documentary will show heartbreaking footage of chef's final hours

The ITV documentary will explore Gary's culinary career and his passion for celebrating British food as well as feature celebrities including Gordon Ramsay, Sir Alex Ferguson, Cheryl Baker and Ainsley Harriott.

Find out you can break into the Manchester film and television industry

Skills to Screen: Manchester is coming to Space Studios Manchester on February 29

Ex-Manchester United coach claims only one Liverpool FC player would improve 1999 treble side

Former Manchester United assistant manager Steve McClaren believes only one of Liverpool's current team would get into the 1999 treble winning side.

Manchester United manager responds to Fred criticism of squad

Man Utd midfielder Fred gave an interview where he criticised certain aspects of the squad and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has responded.

The luxury Hilton spa perfect for a therapeutic weekend in Harrogate

Where traditional meets contemporary - The Harrogate Spa will help you find your inner serenity

Former Man City player and England captain Dave Watson has neurodegenerative disease

Former Manchester City footballer Dave Watson has been diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disease that was 'most likely' brought on by head injuries during his playing career.

Former Liverpool FC defender advises Jadon Sancho against Manchester United transfer

Jadon Sancho is the subject of a transfer battle from some of Europe's biggest football clubs.

Jack Grealish warned over Manchester United move amid transfer interest

Aston Villa star Jack Grealish is a transfer target for Manchester United in the summer transfer window but has been warned over the move.

Liverpool FC boss Jurgen Klopp reacts to potential Mo Salah blow that could boost Man City

Mo Salah has been included in Egypt's provisional squad for the 2020 Olympics, meaning he could miss the start of next season.

Man City could have a secret weapon to unleash in Champions League knockout stages

Manchester City have struggled at times this season but with the Champions League now their top priority Pep Guardiola might have a surprise up his sleeve.

Northern MP cancels engagements after attending conference with coronavirus patient

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

Body of missing British hiker found in New Zealand national park

Stephanie Simpson was reported missing on Monday (February 10) after failing to turn up for her job as a gardener in the Wanaka area, where she had been living.

Mikel Arteta provides Arsenal stance on Bukayo Saka amid Manchester United transfer links

Bukayo Saka has been linked with Manchester United and now Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has spoken out.

Coronavirus case attended Westminster conference with 250 delegates - those in close contact are now being traced

Efforts are now being made to identify anyone that may have had close contact with the individual at the UK Bus Summit

Harry and Meghan's staff lose jobs as they close Buckingham Palace office

The closure is part of the Sussex's preparations to drop their HRH titles and become financially independent

Solskjaer can do what Jose Mourinho did to help Manchester United sign Jadon Sancho

Man Utd are interested in signing Jadon Sancho but have a job on their hands to do so given the team's current plight.

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

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

Bolton councillors who joined anti-homes protest group accused of doing it 'just to win votes'

The Hulton Community Action Group is fighting plans for hundreds of homes at Eldercot Road

Manchester United give Paul Pogba and Scott McTominay injury and team news updates vs Chelsea

Man Utd have a number of injured players and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has given an update on them ahead of the Chelsea game.

Preview: Middlesbrough vs. Luton Town - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews the Championship clash between Middlesbrough and Luton Town, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

Arsenal, Chelsea 'lining up £63m Isco moves'

Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly contemplating whether to launch a £63m move for Real Madrid playmaker Isco in the summer.

PSG preparing shock summer move for Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson?

Paris Saint-Germain are allegedly preparing to make a summer move for Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson, who is currently on loan at Sheffield United.

Jose Mourinho: 'Dele Alli knows he made a mistake'

The Tottenham manager has praised the player's swift apology for his post on Snapchat.

Real Madrid 'want Eduardo Camavinga as Casemiro replacement'

Real Madrid are reportedly looking to sign Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga as a long-term replacement for Casemiro.

Steven Gerrard does not regret criticising Rangers players after Kilmarnock defeat

The Ibrox manager admitted his team "failed to handle the heat" as they lost 2-1 against Kilmarnock.

Renault denies being late with 2020 car

Cyril Abiteboul has denied that Renault is behind schedule with its 2020 car.

Lewis Hamilton 'not feeling any pressure' as Mercedes unveil new car

The British driver is this year bidding to equal Michael Schumacher's record.

How has in-demand Jadon Sancho performed this season?

Amid speculation linking Jadon Sancho with a £100m move to some of Europe's biggest clubs, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how the 19-year-old has performed this term.

Manchester United 'place £83m price-tag on Paul Pogba'

Manchester United allegedly change their stance regarding Paul Pogba, now being ready to part ways with the midfielder for £83m.

Result: Fallon Sherrock plays out thrilling draw on Premier League debut

Fallon Sherrock became the first woman to win a match at the PDC World Championship in December.

Fallon Sherrock delighted with 'unforgettable' Premier League debut draw

The 25-year-old pushed the three-time BDO world champion all the way.

Erling Braut Haaland denies he priced himself out of Manchester United move

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Braut Haaland slams "comical" claims that he demanded too much money to join Manchester United in the January window.

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

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

Stuart Kettlewell: 'Ross County taking it one game at a time'

The Staggies have a tough run of fixtures coming up.

Tottenham Hotspur 'considering move for £50m-rated defender Ben Godfrey'

A report claims that Norwich City defender Ben Godfrey is a £50m summer transfer target for Tottenham Hotspur boss Jose Mourinho.

Report: Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho wanted by six clubs

Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City are among the Premier League clubs reportedly in the running to sign Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.

PSG 'planning to pay Kylian Mbappe same as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo'

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly prepared to pay Kylian Mbappe a similar wage to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Cyrus Christie reveals someone launched petition to have him lynched

The full-back has opened up on tackling internet trolls.

European Tour postpones Asian events due to coronavirus outbreak

Several sporting events in the region have been postponed.

Chelsea eye triple swoop for Jadon Sancho, Moussa Dembele, Jude Bellingham?

Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho is one of three players being eyed by Chelsea ahead of the summer transfer window, according to a report.

Combining F1 with DTM will be 'difficult' - Kubica

Robert Kubica admits he will have a very busy year in 2020.

Vettel denies being Ferrari 'number 2'

Sebastian Vettel says he is not heading into 2020 with the feeling of now being 'number 2' at Ferrari.

Friday's papers: Jude Bellingham, Eric Dier, Kylian Mbappe

Jude Bellingham is now drawing attention from Italy, while Eric Dier's Tottenham days might be numbered.

Barcelona ready to move for Mallorca's Ante Budimir?

Barcelona are reportedly ready to make an approach for Mallorca forward Ante Budimir as they look to find a replacement for the injured Luis Suarez.

Former England captain Dave Watson suffering from neurodegenerative disease

The 73-year-old's condition was "most likely" brought on by head injuries and repeated heading of the ball, according to his consultant.

Daniel Farke: Liverpool match a "free shot" for Norwich City

The Canaries are facing an uphill battle for survival.

Tony Watt in contention to make first Motherwell start against St Mirren

The newcomer will provide cover for injured pair Chris Long and Mikael Ndjoli.

Incredible statistic shows gulf between Liverpool and Norwich City

Liverpool will go into Saturday's meeting with Norwich sitting 55 points ahead of their opponents and having picked up as many points in 2020 as Norwich have all season.

Latest Updates on Wuhan's Deadly Coronavirus

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

Boston Dynamics' Robot Dog Spot Will Soon Start Working on Oil Rigs

Spot, Boston Dynamics' robot dog, is going to begin work on Aker BP's Skarv oil rig. As an attempt to move away from the dangerous roles on oil rigs, the companies are working together to find a safe solution.

NASA Former High-Ranking Spaceflight Official Moves across to SpaceX Team

One of NASA's foremost experts in spaceflight has left the agency to join SpaceX, just in time for its upcoming launches into space.

This Cube Is Not Moving: Optical Illusions That Bend Your Brain

Optical illusions have been around for a while, boggling people's brains into trying to figure out what they're seeing. Here, an optical illusionist shares his creations on his Twitter account.

NASA Will Communicate with Mars Astronauts through Lasers

NASA's astronauts heading to Mars will be able to communicate with Earth thanks to new lasers, the huge dish is currently being built in California.

Coronavirus May Live up to 9 Days on Surfaces, New Study Finds

It turns out the coronavirus can be spread by touching infected surfaces now. A new study has found that the virus can live for up to nine days on surfaces, exacerbating the issue.

7 Highlights of Foldable Smartphones: A Brief History of Foldable Design

Foldables: either the future of mobile or a very expensive fad consumer product.

Australia's First Hospital's Construction Was Paid for Exclusively through Rum Sales

In the early 1800s, Australia was faced with a lack of infrastructure, so one British general hatched an interesting idea to pay for the country's first hospital.

7 Real Cars That Happen to Look like the Batmobile

If money was no object, you could probably grab yourself some of these real-life Batmobile-looking cars! Of course, with enough cash, you could just buy one of the film versions? Your call.

7 Audio Tools For Engineers Interested In Music Production

We have listed 7 of the audio tools you might need if you're looking to set up a music production studio at home.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Prosecutor: Weinstein saw victims as 'complete disposables'

Harvey Weinstein believed he was so powerful he could get away with denigrating aspiring actresses drawn into a world where he considered them 'complete disposables,' a prosecutor said on Friday in closing arguments at his New York City rape trial.

Prosecutor: Harvey Weinstein saw victims as 'complete disposables'

Harvey Weinstein believed he was so powerful he could get away with denigrating aspiring actresses drawn into a world where he considered them "complete disposables," a prosecutor said on Friday in closing arguments at his New York City rape trial.

Pete Buttigieg’s Controversial Admiration for “Opportunity Zones”

As mayor, Buttigieg supported so-called opportunity zones, which are meant to revitalize low-income areas but in practice accelerate gentrification.

2014 Bloomberg Hoped the NSA Was “Reading Every Email”

Katie Couric asked Mike Bloomberg whether he had ever “sexted on Snapchat.” The question prompted him to describe his views on data collection and privacy.

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Celebrate Valentine's Day at Dollywood

The couple tied the knot in 2006.

Students Stripped For Menstruation Checks

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

Mourinho defends Alli over coronavirus video

Dele Alli is not racist and regrets posting a social media video which appeared to joke about the new coronavirus, said Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho on Friday.

Cybercriminals target Nigerians, South Africans with 7,700 attacks ahead of Valentine’s Day

Some 7,700 attacks are found to have been unleashed on Nigerians, South Africans and Kenyans by cybercriminals. The attacks, targeted at lovers celebrating this year’s Valentine Day’s celebration, come through apps downloading. Russian cybersecurity outfit, Kaspersky, which discovered these breaches, disclosed that its analysis showed that within 2019, the region saw a circulation of 1,486 […]

Man Sentenced For Placing Knives On Japan Prince’s Desk

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

Nigerian military sacks Borno villages as Boko Haram attacks spike – AI

The Nigerian military has burned and forcibly displaced entire villages in response to a recent escalation in attacks by the armed group Boko Haram.

Ex-Nigeria stars West and Babayaro join fight to tackle graft

In his playing heydey, Taribo West was a tough-tackling defender taking on the best strikers in Italy's Serie A with his trademark shock of brightly-coloured braids.

Death toll in Peru tanker explosion rises to 30

The death toll from the explosion of a gas tanker in Lima last month has risen to 30, Peru's ministry of health said Thursday.

Benin attack stirs worries of jihadist menace

An attack on police in the far north of Benin has spurred fears that a country struggling with political problems is now at threat from jihadism sweeping down from the Sahel.

The Refined Investor Series 2020 promises to provide actionable insights for investors

The Refined Investor Series, reputed for high-level conversations is well attended by high profile business leaders and investors- and this year is no different as Fine & Country West Africa will be collaborating with PwC and Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie as knowledge partners to execute what has been described as one of the most anticipated & insightful Real Estate events for the upper quartile market in Nigeria.

Universities say Chinese students could quit Australia

Top Australian universities warned Friday Chinese students may walk away from courses Down Under after Canberra extended a coronavirus travel ban, in a major blow to the multi-billion-dollar sector.

Reps commend IGP, Runsewe for protecting Arts, Crafts Village

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, and Mr Olusegun Runsewe, Director-General (DG), National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC)

Trump insists he can intervene in criminal cases

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

Justice chief blasts Trump for making job ‘impossible’

US Attorney General Bill Barr on Thursday delivered an extraordinary public rebuke of Donald Trump, saying the president's tweets were making his job at the Justice Department "impossible."

Nigerian youths crucial in anti-corruption crusade -Magu

The Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ibrahim Magu, said that Nigerian youths are crucial to the success of anti-corruption crusade as they remained the strength of the future.

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

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

Guardiola fears sack if Real Madrid tie goes wrong

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he could be sacked if he fails to beat Real Madrid in the last 16 of the Champions League.

Deploy self-regulatory mechanism to check influx of substandard goods- SON

SON has urged electronic dealers at Alaba International Market in Lagos to deploy a self-regulatory mechanism to check the influx of substandard goods.

Huawei, Meng face new US charges of trade secrets theft

Chinese tech giant Huawei has been hit with fresh US criminal charges alleging a "decades-long" effort to steal trade secrets from American companies.

6 Intimate Sex Positions You Should Try For Valentine’s Day

The beautiful thing about sex is that, when done well, it heightens the intimacy between you and your lover. Here are six sex positions you and your partner should try on Valentine's day.

NDLEA destroys 34, 560.9438 kilograms of drugs, substances in Ogun

NDLEA says it has publicly destroyed over 34, 560 kilograms of hard drug in Ogun.NDLEA Chairman, retired Col. Muhammad Abdallah

Coronavirus: Preparedness high to stop importation into Nigeria – Minister

Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, says the level of preparedness is high to stop the importation of Coronavirus (Covid-19) to the country, as the ministry

Pele says he’s ‘fine,’ after son spoke of depression

Brazilian football legend Pele sought to reassure fans on Thursday that he was doing fine after his son alluded to depression and said the ageing star now barely leaves home.

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

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

Human Trafficking: Oba of Benin drums support for NAPTIP

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare11, has promised to partner with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP)

Watch: Joeboy and Kuami Eugene Team Up With Ckay For “Love Nwantiti” Remix

Following a barnstorming 2019, Chocolate City artist, Ckay kicks off the new decade with the remix of Love Nwantiti.He teamed up with  Afropop revelation,

Nnamdi Kanu’s parents’ burial : Schools, shops shut in Umuahia

As the burial of the parents of Nnandi Kanu, leader of the proscribed IPOB commences on Friday, most schools and shops in Umuahia

Wendy Williams Apologizes For Comments On Gay Men

Controversial television host Wendy Williams has apologized to the LGBTQ community for comments she made about gay men on Thursday’s edition of her daytime talk show.

8 Appreciative Phrases That Can Boost Your Relationship