UK PM's top aide Dominic Cummings under fire

Cummings faces increasing pressure to resign for breaching lockdown rules three times

Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings say coronavirus affected their eyesight

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that his own eyesight was affected by coronavirus

Boris Johnson's aide Cummings says he won't quit over lockdown road trip

The government is facing a tide of anger from politicians and the public over the revelation that Dominic Cummings traveled more than 250 miles (400 kilometers) from London to his parents' home in Durham, northeast England at the end of March

Boris Johnson says people should make up own minds on Dominic Cummings - video

Boris Johnson has refused to offer his unconditional backing to Dominic Cummings, but said he did not believe anyone in Downing Street had done anything to detract from official messaging

'What planet are they on?' - Papers attack Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings

Criticism has rained down on Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings from the nation’s papers, some of it from unlikely quarters. While attacks from the Daily Mirror and The Guardian were to be expected, even the right-leaning Daily Mail and The Daily Telegraph were among the critics, the Mail launching a withering assault on Mr Cummings for flouting lockdown guidelines and on Mr Johnson for his defence of his chief adviser. "What planet are they on?" the Mail screams on its front page, saying that is the question the nation is asking about the "No 10 svengali who flouted the PM’s own strict lockdown rules", and about Mr Johnson "brazenly" supporting him.

Boris Johnson washes his hands over Dominic Cummings scandal

The prime minister backed his chief adviser but admitted he 'regrets the confusion and pain' the scandal has caused.

Boris Johnson faces sustained pressure to sack Dominic Cummings

It comes amid warnings that the Prime Minister’s chief adviser’s actions have ‘undermined’ efforts to fight coronavirus.

Who is Dominic Cummings - Boris Johnson's key aide grabbing news headlines in lockdown row?

Clamour seeking Cummings’ resignation as Johnson’s adviser has been growing after he took a 400 kilometre-journey during the lockdown.

UK PM Johnson's aide Cummings says he has not offered to resign

LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest adviser Dominic Cummings said on Monday he had not offered his resignation over the furore about his decision to drive 250 miles from London to northern England during Britain’s COVID-19 lockdown.

Dominic Cummings is sorry (not sorry)

Boris Johnson’s top aide says he disagrees with those who believe he broke UK lockdown rules.

Coronavirus: What did Dominic Cummings do during lockdown?

Boris Johnson's chief aide has not been out of the headlines this Bank Holiday weekend; here's everything you need to know.

Lockdown breach: Boris Johnson's top aide Cummings says he drove to tourist attraction to test his eyesight

He said his sight had been affected by his illness, and he wanted to check if he would be able to drive back to London from northern England

Boris Johnson faces renewed Tory pressure to sack Dominic Cummings

PM’s chief aide to give statement and take questions after outpouring of anger

Dominic Cummings: UK PM's top aide who flouted virus lockdown rules

Dominic Cummings became British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's trusted lieutenant after helping him score stunning ballot box successes.But his tactics and abrasive personality made enemies across the political spectrum.

Boris Johnson 'regrets confusion' about Dominic Cummings' trip but says 'I had a lot on'

The under-fire Prime Minister told today's Downing Street briefing when asked about the Dominic Cummings controversy: "Yes, of course I do regret the confusion and the anger and the pain that people feel"

Boris Johnson goes for run with dog as backlash over Dominic Cummings row deepens

The Prime Minister has been spotted out jogging with his pet, Dilyn, around Lambeth Palace, London, after being criticised for backing his lockdown-breaching top aide

UK PM Boris Johnson backs top aide after lockdown revelations

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defended his chief adviser Dominic Cummings, amid a clamour of calls for Cummings to resign after it emerged he travelled to Durham from London while the country was on lockdown and everyone had been told to stay at home. 

Boris Johnson will pay a price for standing by Cummings

If the UK Prime Minister's most important adviser did nothing wrong, why did all sides work so hard to conceal what he did?

Johnson under pressure over defence of Cummings' lockdown breach

The UK Prime Minister is coming under increasing pressure to sack his top adviser after it emerge...

Dominic Cummings tries to explain when and why of lockdown trip

Key exchanges from press conference given by Boris Johnson’s chief aide

UK PM Johnson's aide Cummings says should have explained trip earlier

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s close aide Dominic Cummings on Monday said he should have explained the circumstances of a 250 mile journey during lockdown earlier but that his decision to take the trip had not been a mistake.

Dominic Cummings: I don’t regret what I did

The Prime Minister’s chief adviser denied going back to Durham after returning to London on April 13, as has been reported.

Boris Johnson says he regrets 'confusion and anger' caused by Dominic Cummings controversy

Johnson also announced that all shops in England will be able to reopen next month if they meet guidelines.

Bishops slam Boris Johnson for treating public 'as mugs' over Dominic Cummings

A number of senior Church of England members have spoken out against Boris Johnson, who defended his senior aide Dominic Cummings this evening after it was revealed he broke lockdown rules

Dominic Cummings went to Durham in lockdown, and bared his arse at Britain

The chief propagandist of rage against the privileged Westminster elite has proved himself the epitome of the privileged Westminster elite, writes Elle Hunt from London. He is the prime minister’s top adviser, he unambiguously broke the rules around lockdown, and people have already been fired fo

Aide to British PM Cummings says he doesn’t regret lockdown trip

LONDON, May 26 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest adviser Dominic Cummings said today that he didn’t regret his decision to drive 250 miles from London to northern England, saying he had not flouted lockdown rules by staying on his family’s farm. “I don’t regret what I did....

Aide to British PM Cummings says he doesn't regret lockdown trip

LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest adviser Dominic Cummings said on Monday that he didn’t regret his decision to drive 250 miles from London to northern England, saying he had not flouted lockdown rules by staying on his family’s farm.

Dominic Cummings 'doesn't regret' lockdown journey and won't resign

Boris Johnson's chief adviser Dominic Cummings has said he does not regret travelling to Co Durham during lockdown.

Johnson faces perception problem over Cummings affair

The problem Boris Johnson faces over the Dominic Cummings affair right now is a problem of perception. Is there one set of rules for the ruling elite, and another for everyone else?

‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for Johnson and Cummings

LONDON – Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

Tony Bellew is branded 'Tory Bellew' after backing Boris aide Dominic Cummings

Dominic Cummings has incurred the wrath of the British public after he broke lockdown but former light heavyweight champion Tony Bellew has no issue with his decision

Who is Dominic Cummings? Profile of PM's aide as he makes coronavirus statement

From Education to the Vote Leave campaign to 10 Downing Street, Dominic Cummings has spent more than a decade leaving a trail of controversy where he goes

Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid lockdown furore

Dominic Cummings is expected to make a public statement later amid growing calls for the prime minister’s most senior adviser to resign for travelling during lockdown. Boris Johnson is also facing

Dominic Cummings to make public statement over lockdown claims

Boris Johnson's chief adviser faces calls to quit

The lockdown breach questions Dominic Cummings has yet to clarify

Boris Johnson’s aide failed to draw a line under affair that has caused fury across the UK

Boris Johnson facing scandal after standing by Dominic Cummings in pandemic travel controversy

The U.K. Prime Minister’s top political aide admitted to travelling more than 400 kilometres north of London with his wife and son days after the lockdown was initiated, while sick

Dominic Cummings row: The families who stayed away in lockdown

Members of the public have expressed anger after the PM's chief adviser travelled to Durham in lockdown.

Durham Police now say Dominic Cummings' family given 'no specific advice' about lockdown

The force has issued a fresh statement as calls for the Downing Street aide to be sacked mount following Boris Johnson's defence of Cummings yesterday

Who is Dominic Cummings and why do so many people want him sacked?

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest ally is accused of breaking the government's own rules during the coronavirus lockdown to arrange childcare for his four-year-old son.

Boris Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

Cummings has been a highly divisive figure in British politics since masterminding the successful 2016 Brexit campaign alongside Johnson.

Boris Johnson's top aide stands his ground on lockdown breach

No resignation, no regrets ... Dominic Cummings says it's the media coverage, rather than his actions, that has muddied the government's messaging.

Dominic Cummings refuses to resign or apologise for lockdown breach

Press conference raises more questions but Boris Johnson gives full backing to adviser

UK PM’s top aide Cummings defies calls to resign after breaking lockdown

Cummings told reporters that he acted 'reasonably and legally' when he drove across the country with his wife while she was suffering from the virus, despite official advice to stay at home.

Boris Johnson the 'people’s politician' risks squandering his common touch in standing by Dominic Cummings

Say what you like about Boris Johnson, he is not what you would call a “misfit” or a “weirdo”. Unlike his non-conformist chief adviser Dominic Cummings, who once touted for such ‘oddballs’ to join No 10, the Prime Minister is as conventional as any of the 20 Old Etonians who have ended up in Downing

PM Boris Johnson faces flak as aide says ‘no regrets’ on breaching lockdown

Cummings, who has been close to Johnson since the successful Vote leave campaign in the 2016 EU referendum, travelled to Durham in north-east England with his family when the official advice followed by Britons was to ‘stay home’.

‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

'What planet are they on?' - UK newspaper reaction to Johnson backing Cummings

British newspapers were united in their condemnation of Boris Johnson's decision to back Dominic Cummings after calls for his top aide to be sacked over

Boris Johnson gambles to save aide who flouted U.K. lockdown rules

U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson put his own authority on the line as he fought to save his most senior aide, Dominic Cummings, in the face of growing dem

Dominic Cummings 'does not regret' lockdown travel as he addresses nation

Several Conservative backbenchers have joined calls from opposition parties for Mr Cummings to quit or be sacked

The unanswered questions about Dominic Cummings' coronavirus lockdown travels

Dominic Cummings remains in his position as the Prime Minister's de facto chief of staff after Boris Johnson gave him his backing following revelations he travelled from London to Durham during the lockdown. While the Prime Minister, speaking at the Downing Street press conference, said his most senior adviser "acted responsibly, legally and with integrity", there remain questions about Mr Cumming’s decision to make the initial journey, along with the further allegations levelled against the 48-year-old.

Dominic Cummings admits 'mistake' but says he has 'no regrets' over lockdown trip

Dominic Cummings has confirmed he did not tell the UK prime minister Boris Johnson about his drive to Durham and admitted he made "a mistake".

UK PM's top aide Cummings defies calls to resign

Dominic Cummings told reporters that he acted 'reasonably and legally' when he drove across the country with his wife while she was suffering from the virus, despite official advice to stay at home.

Boris Johnson says bad eyesight may be coronavirus symptom in bid to defend Cummings

The Prime Minister spontaneously declared a new symptom at the Downing Street press conference, in order to support his top aide's decision to go for a 30-mile drive to a beauty spot to test his eyesight

Dominic Cummings lockdown row: Boris Johnson defies calls to sack senior advisor from Conservative Party, risks backlash

British prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday, despite calls from within his own Conservative Party for the aide to resign for driving 250 miles during the coronavirus lockdown.

JK Rowling condemns Dominic Cummings' reported flouting of lockdown rules

She has criticised the adviser for reportedly making a trip while he and his wife had COVID-19 symptoms.

Dominic Cummings fails to apologise and has no regrets over flouting lockdown rules

Downing Street senior aide Dominic Cummings arrived at his own press conference to explain his widely condemned actions during lockdown 30 minutes late.

Furious backlash after Boris Johnson defends aide’s lockdown journey

Tory MPs say they have received a wave of anger from constituents over Dominic Cummings’ actions.

UK PM's top aide Cummings defies calls to quit

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's top aide Dominic Cummings defied calls to resign on Monday over allegations that he broke coronavirus rules and undermined the government's response to the health crisis.

Dominic Cummings says 'I do not regret what I did' and refuses to apologise

The Prime Minister's key aide has said he believes he acted "reasonably" by making a 260-mile trip to Durham during the coronavirus lockdown - and said he has not considered resigning

'Arguably this was a mistake': Cummings says he did not speak to Johnson before travelling to Durham with family

Last night, Boris Johnson defended his senior adviser over the 260-mile trip to Durham.

BREAKING Dominic Cummings to make public statement today over coronavirus lockdown trip

The top aide is set to give an unprecedented statement this afternoon and could take questions from the press after he was personally defended by PM Boris Johnson

Furious Durham residents say it's a 'farce' Dominic Cummings hasn't been sacked

Boris Johnson has backed Dominic Cummings despite calls from within his own party for him to be sacked in the row over his alleged multiple breaches of lockdown in April

Dominic Cummings controversy: The unanswered questions

Despite backing by Boris Johnson, key details about aide’s breaching of lockdown remain murky

Gary Neville mocks Dominic Cummings over ‘uncomfortable’ lockdown statement

Former England and Manchester United defender Gary Neville has mocked Dominic Cummings for his performance during a press conference. Prime minister Boris Johnson’s special advisor has been accused

'What planet are they on?', 'Bojo stands by top aide': UK front pages react to Dominic Cummings crisis

The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Cummings a “cheat” and Johnson a “coward”.

Timeline: How the Dominic Cummings controversy unfolded

Boris Johnson backed his top aide but there has been criticism from Tory MPs, opposition parties, scientists and even bishops.

'From Hero to Zero': Piers Morgan Claims Boris Johnson 'Done' in Tense Row Over 'Hypocrite' Cummings

The outspoken GMB host believes that by defending the top Downing Street policy adviser, notably behind the set of COVID containment rules, the prime minister is...

Public will never forget Boris Johnson's betrayal in Dominic Cumming lockdown row

Record View says there cannot be one rule for them and one rule for the rest of us

'No Regrets': Dominic Cummings Calls His COVID-19 Lockdown Violation 'Reasonable' Amid Outcry

Boris Johnson's aide Cummings has landed in hot water after he travelled to Durham in March to self-isolate with his family in defiance of lockdown rules. He reportedly...

'I think...I behaved reasonably' - Dominic Cummings defies calls to quit over accusations of flouting lockdown

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign today, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19.

Incredible moment neighbours heckle 'hypocrite' Dominic Cummings over lockdown trip

Cummings was branded a 'hypocrite' by the crowd of onlookers on his own doorstep

UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

Johnson rejects calls to sack Dominic Cummings after he came under fire for traveling across the country with his wife while she was suffering from symptoms of the disease

UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defied pressure from within his own party and backed top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown rules.

I don't regret what I did, Cummings says over travel

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's senior aide Dominic Cummings has said "I don't regret what I did", as he responded to allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown restrictions.

Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to UK's Johnson toughs it out

LONDON, May 26 — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign yesterday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 400 km from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight Covid-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from...

Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to UK's Johnson toughs it out

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign on Monday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19.

‘I don’t regret what I did’: Dominic Cummings defends 260-mile car trip during coronavirus lockdown

Dominic Cummings, U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s most senior adviser, said he has not offered to resign as he explained his actions during lockdown

Boris’ defence of top aide breaching lockdown causes stir

PTI London The furore surrounding top Downing Street aide Dominic Cummings’ perceived breach of the coronavirus stay-at-home lockdown rules by travellin

Boris Johnson's decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means 'more people will die' from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers

Professor Stephen Reicher said Boris Johnson had "trashed" his own government's advice on the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.

Boris Johnson’s decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means ‘more people will die’ from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers

A scientist who advises the UK government on the coronavirus says Boris Johnson’s support for an aide who breached lockdown rules has undermined efforts to fight the pandemic and warned that “more people are going to die” as a result.

Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to British PM Johnson refuses to resign

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign on Monday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from lawmakers, Church of…

Dominic Cummings visited Barnard Castle to see if he could drive safely

Boris Johnson's senior advisor made the second journey after driving 260 miles to Durham

RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Desperate Dominic Cummings should have come clean sooner

RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Perhaps if Desperate Dom had come clean when the media first started sniffing around at the end of last week, the whole sorry tale may not have unravelled in the way that it has.

Johnson risks party wrath to back aide who crossed UK during lockdown

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday, despite calls from within his own Conservative Party for the aide to resign for driving 250 miles during the coronavirus lockdown.

Coronavirus news live - UK death toll at 36,793 and Johnson defends Cummings

Here, we bring you the live updates on the latest news, developments and guidance on the Covid-19 pandemic.

13 eyebrow-raising moments from Dominic Cummings' coronavirus press conference

In an hour-long press conference, the PM's top aide offered no apology, no regrets and no resignation for making a 500-mile round trip in lockdown. Here are the 13 most surprising ways he tried to justify his actions

List of Tory MPs calling for Dominic Cummings to resign continues to grow

Boris Johnson is facing a revolt from his own backbenchers as they call for his chief adviser Dominic Cummings to resign.

Prime Minister is ‘taking the public for fools’ with ‘farcical’ defence of Dominic Cummings, says Ian Blackford

Boris Johnson is under increasing pressure to sack Dominic Cummings today, with the SNP accusing the prime minister of "taking the public for fools".

This could be the moment the public finally sees through Boris Johnson

The depth of fury against the Prime Minister and Dominic Cummings transcends normal political divisions. 

‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for UK’s Johnson and aide

LONDON, May 25 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London. Defending one of Britain’s most powerful men,...

Has Dominic Cummings' car been 'egged'? Yellow stain seen on vehicle in Downing Street

Boris Johnson's top aide has been heckled by neighbours in the street as outrage builds over Dominic Cummings' lockdown breaches

Johnson risks party wrath backing aide over lockdown breach claims

LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday (May 24), despite calls from within his own ...

UK PM Boris Johnson defiant as scandal rages over aide accused of breaking coronavirus rules

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday failed to draw a line under a scandal over his top aide Dominic Cummings allegedly breaching ...

Boris Johnson confirms reopening of shops from June 1 as coronavirus lockdown eased

The Prime Minister has said outdoor markets and car showrooms can reopen next week - with other shops to follow two weeks later as lockdown restrictions are eased

TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'

An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online

Dominic Cummings admits driving 30 miles after suspected coronavirus - to 'check his eyesight'

The unprecedented statement in Downing Street's Rose Garden came as the top aide offered no apology for his 260-mile drive to Durham - and revealed he went back into No10 hours after contact with his sick wife

Dominic Cummings has 'no regrets' about 260-mile trip but admits he should have told PM his plans

Boris Johnson's senior advisor issued a statement on Monday afternoon following mounting pressure to quit

Coronavirus: Boris Johnson’s chief adviser defends decision to drive 260 miles during lockdown

Boris Johnson's chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, has defended his decision to drive 260 miles from London to County Durham during the coronavirus lockdown while he and his family were suffering with Covid-19 symptoms.

Warning 14,000 Brits fined over lockdown could fight charges after Cummings row

More than 14,000 people in England and Wales were given fixed penalty notices under the coronavirus lockdown's emergency laws, but Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings could see many challenge their fines

Bishops round on Boris: Church leaders say CofE may now refuse to work with government on Covid response after PM's 'risible' defence of Dominic Cummings that 'broke trust of nation'

Bishops have reacted with fury on social media, saying Mr Johnson's defence of Cummings is an 'insult' and that he has 'no respect for the people.'

I behaved legally and responsibly: Boris aide

Cummings says he undertook the journey to ensure that his child had support if he or his wife fell ill

Boris Johnson's decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means 'more people will die' from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Professor Stephen Reicher said Boris Johnson had "trashed" his own government's advice on the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

‘Botched PR exercise’: Scottish politicians react to ‘special’ press conference by special adviser Dominic Cummings

Scotland's politicians have had their say in response to the unprecedented press conference conducted by the Prime Minister's special adviser, Dominic Cummings.

'Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?': The British Press is divided over response to Dominic Cummings scandal with Guardian demanding blood while Times suggests aide's actions are 'not a cause for resignation'

Britain's newspapers are showing mixed views in response to Boris Johnson's backings of Dominic Cummings on Sunday night, while some call for the top aide to resign, others only call for a review.

The anti-establishment figure putting Boris Johnson at risk

Dominic Cummings is a divisive figure whose defiant nature may yet prove to be his downfall.

Daily Mail demand for Cummings to go poses challenge for UK PM

The Tory-backing newspaper is the latest to attack Boris Johnson’s aide. Such criticism will be harder to dismiss

UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrict

UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic.

UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic. Conservative leader Johnson is standing by adviser Dominic Cummings, who drove 250 miles (400 kms) from his London home …

'It's the Dominic Cummings lockdown tour 2020': No10 tweets reminder that Britons should 'keep 6ft apart from people you don’t live with'... sparking explosion of memes and ridicule

Furious Britons have mocked the Government for telling to keep their distance after Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his top aide for going to Durham in lockdown.

Boris Johnson defends UK adviser accused of violating quarantine while showing coronavirus symptoms

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, who said in a statement Monday that he did not regret driving 260 miles from London during the country’s coronavirus lockdown.

Sack Cummings – His Illegal & Irresponsible Actions Deserve Punishment

As I was writing this column the arrogant piece of work who leads the publicly funded gang of SPADS (Special Government Advisers) within Boris Johnson’s government has...

Furore rages on over UK PM's defence of top aide's lockdown breach

UK News: The opposition branded British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's defence of Cummings as an "insult" to all the sacrifices made by the British public duri

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

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

Scientists, JK Rowling pan UK PM for defending aide who broke lockdown rules

As the storm rose across Britain, including in usually Conservative supporting sections and tabloids, PM Boris Johnson insisted on Sunday evening that Cummings had done no wrong, defying many who sought the aide’s resignation.

Johnson backs senior adviser, risks party's wrath

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings.

UK Prime Minister’s Adviser to Make Rare Statement Amid Lockdown Trip Scandal – Reports

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Dominic Cummings, senior adviser to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, is set to make a rare statement and field journalists’ questions on Monday amid...

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

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

UK PM defiant as political scandal rages over aide

London, United Kingdom | AFP | British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday failed to draw a line under a scandal over his top aide Dominic Cummings allegedly breaching coronavirus rules as pressure mounted on the Brexit mastermind to go. Johnson faces the threat of his government’s authority being undermined in the heat of a health …

Europe’s elite skewered for lockdown double standards

UK government aide Dominic Cummings is not the only one feeling the heat for alleged lockdown indiscretions.

UK PM struggles to shift attention from coronavirus infected aide's trip

Johnson said Cummings “followed the instincts of every father and every parent,” traveling so that extended family could care for his 4-year-old son if he and his wife both fell ill.

Here's What Happened Today: Monday

Here’s what you need to know from today.

Black Country bishops condemn Government 'betrayal' of public

The Bishop of Wolverhampton has described Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings as a "betrayal" of those who have obeyed the strict lockdown laws during the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19 deaths top 4,000 in under-fire Sweden

LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest aide refused to resign on Monday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from lawmakers, Church of England bishops, police officers and scientists over his trip to County

Virus Outbreak Britain

British leader Boris Johnson’s powerful chief aide insisted Monday that he wouldn't resign for driving the length of England while the country was under strict lockdown — a trip he made without informing the prime minister first. The government is facing a tide of anger from politicians and the

What the papers say – May 25

Dominic Cummings’ flouting of lockdown guidelines and Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s defence of his chief adviser lead the papers on Monday.The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Mr Cummings a “cheat” and Mr Johnson a “coward”.

What the papers say – May 25

The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.

What the papers say – May 25

The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.

What the papers say – May 25

The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.

‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

‘What planet are they on?’ – UK press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

Boris Johnson faces sustained pressure to sack Dominic Cummings

It comes amid warnings that the Prime Minister’s chief adviser’s actions have ‘undermined’ efforts to fight coronavirus.

Timeline: How the Dominic Cummings controversy unfolded

Boris Johnson backed his top aide but there has been criticism from Tory MPs, opposition parties, scientists and even bishops.

"What planet are they on?" No respite for UK's Johnson and aide

London: Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday defied pressure from within his own party and backed top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown rules.

TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'

An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online

UK leader's aide says he won't quit over lockdown road trip

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

Dominic Cummings: I don’t regret what I did

The Prime Minister’s chief adviser denied going back to Durham after returning to London on April 13, as has been reported.

‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for UK's Johnson and aide

Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings, accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

UK PM Johnson's aide Cummings says should have explained trip earlier

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's close aide Dominic Cummings on Monday said he should have explained the circumstances of a 250 mile journey during lockdown earlier but that his decision to take the trip had not been a mistake.

Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today

Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today

Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today

TOKYO- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday that the state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan and that the country managed to get the spread of the virus under control in under two months.

PM Shinzo Abe declares end to Japan's coronavirus emergency

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has lifted a state of emergency in Tokyo and four other areas that were still under coronavirus restrictions, gradually reopening the world's third-largest economy and calling on people to adapt to a "new normal".

Japan PM Abe lifts coronavirus state of emergency

Rest of World News: "We had very stringent criteria for lifting the state of emergency. We have judged that we have met this criteria," Abe told a nationally televised ne

Japan Ends Coronavirus State of Emergency

The likelihood of the Japanese government lifting a state of emergency in Tokyo and nearby prefectures, as well as Hokkaido, altogether next Monday is growing, as the number of new coronavirus cases continues to decline, officials have said. After observing the situation over the weekend and hearing opinions from health experts, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will formally decide what to do with the emergency for Tokyo and Hokkaido, as well as Kanagawa, Chiba and Saitama prefectures, the last remaining areas under the measure among the country’s 47 prefectures, officials said Friday.

Japan ends state of emergency

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

Japan PM Shinzo Abe Lifts State Of Emergency After Sharp Decline In Coronavirus Cases

Japan PM Shinzo Abe Lifts State Of Emergency After Sharp Decline In Virus Cases. (FILE) Tokyo: Japan Prime Minister Shinzo … Japan PM Shinzo Abe Lifts State Of Emergency After Sharp Decline In Coronavirus Cases Read More »

Japan PM Abe announces nationwide lifting of State of Emergency

Japanese Prime Minister (PM) Shinzo Abe is finally out with the announcement, citing the nationwide lifting of the State of Emergency. more to come ..

Japan to lift coronavirus emergency in Tokyo and other areas

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

Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency

Experts on a special government panel have approved a plan to remove a coronavirus state of emergency from Tokyo and four other remaining prefectures.

Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency

Japan is set to remove a coronavirus state of emergency from Tokyo and four other prefectures on Monday, allowing businesses to gradually resume.

Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency

Japan is set to remove a coronavirus state of emergency from Tokyo and four other prefectures on Monday, allowing businesses to gradually resume.Economy Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura, at a special task force meeting, asked experts on a government-commissioned panel to evaluate a plan to lift the measure.“It appears the measure is no longer needed in all of the prefectures,” Mr Nishimura said.The experts are expected to approve the plan at the meeting, paving the way for an official announcement by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency

The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.

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

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

Japan lifts nationwide state of emergency

IANS Tokyo Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday lifted the countrys nationwide state of emergency, ending restrictions in the remaining areas wher

Japan to lift Covid-19 emergency

The country has been spared the worst of the pandemic.

Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency as it lifts restrictions in last areas including Tokyo

Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency as it lifts restrictions in last areas including Tokyo.

Japan is set to end their current state of emergency in Tokyo

Reports have been circulating that Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is set to remove the current state of emergency in Tokyo and 4 other prefectures...

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide. Experts on a government-commissioned panel approved the lifting of the emergency in Tokyo, neighbouring Kanagawa, Chiba and Saitama prefectures, and in Hokkaido to the north, which had remained under …

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

Japan, with about 16,600 confirmed cases and about 850 deaths, has so far avoided a large outbreak like those experienced in the US and the Europe despite its softer restrictions.

Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency - Foreign Affairs

Japanese president lifts state of emergency, following seven weeks of coronavirus-related restrictions.

Japan lifts state of emergency for Tokyo, 4 other prefectures

Japan lifted a nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-largest economy as government officials warned caution was still necessary to prevent another wave. "We had very stringent criteria for lifting the state of emergency. We have judged that we have met this," Prime…

Japan set to fully lift coronavirus emergency in Tokyo, 4 other prefectures

Japan is expected to end its coronavirus-related state of emergency Monday by easing curbs on economic activity in Tokyo and four other prefectures ahead of schedule, with the spread of infections under control. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is expected to announce the decision at a 6 p.m. Monday news conference.…

Japan lifts national state of emergency

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

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

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

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

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

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow down

The country has been spared the worst of the pandemic.

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

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

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

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

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

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

After the Rapid Decline in Corona Cases, Japan removed National Emergency, Shinzo Abe Announced -

The Japanese government has removed the national emergency from the country after the Corona virus control showed better results. Prime

Abe's 'own goals' slash support rates even as Japan's coronavirus emergency set to be lifted

A string of controversial missteps has slashed Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's support to levels that could threaten to end his term early, even as he prepares to lift a state of emergency after the rate of coronavirus infections declined. The slide in ratings, now below 30%, may erode Abe&

'Japan Model' Has Beaten Coronavirus, Shinzo Abe Declares

Prime minister Shinzo Abe has declared victory for the "Japan model" of fighting coronavirus as he lifted a nationwide state of emergency after seven weeks [Editor's note: the link may be paywalled; alternative source]. From a report: Speaking at a press conference on Monday evening in Tokyo, Mr Abe...

‘Japan model’ has beaten coronavirus, Shinzo Abe declares

Prime minister lifts state of emergency nationwide after seven weeks of shutdown

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency but urges caution

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

Japan government to lift state of emergency across country

The Japan government on Monday decided to lift the state of emergency for COVID-19 in Tokyo and four other prefectures of the country, the only places where the measure implemented to curb the...

Japan lifts COVID-19 emergency but urges caution

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

Japan cautiously lifts last of virus emergency controls

The government’s decision to lift the declaration highlights its strong desire to revive the nation’s faltering economy as quickly as possible.

Japan’s Abe says vaccine a priority for Olympics

TOKYO — Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday said the swift development of vaccines and effective treatments for COVID-19 are priorities towards achieving the Tokyo Olympics next year. Abe said recovery from the coronavirus pandemic only...

COVID-19 pandemic: Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe Lifts State of Emergency

Shinzo Abe said the country had managed to control the spread of COVID-19 since issuing the order in some areas on April 7, then later extending it nationwide.

Japan Economy Minister Nishimura: State of emergency no longer needed in any region of country

As noted, Japan is seeking to end its state of emergency this week and in recent headlines, Japan Economy Minister Nishimura is on the verge of making

Abe's 'own goals' slash support rates even as coronavirus emergency to be lifted

TOKYO — A string of controversial missteps has slashed Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s support to levels that could threaten to end his term early, even as he prepares to lift a state of emergency after the rate of coronavirus infections declined.

Japanese PM Shinzo Abe lifts nationwide coronavirus lockdown

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted the state of emergency imposed to combat the coronavirus in Tokyo and remaining four other areas, thus ending nationwide restrictions.

Abe's 'own goals' slash support rates even as Japan's rate of COVID-19 infections declines

A string of controversial missteps has slashed Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's support to levels that could threaten to end his term early, ...

Did Japan just beat coronavirus without lockdowns or mass testing?

Japan’s state of emergency is set to end with new cases of the coronavirus dwindling to mere dozens. It got there despite largely ignoring the default playbook.

Japanese government panel says time right to lift emergency in five prefectures

The Japanese government was set to end its nationwide state of emergency by lifting the order for Tokyo, its surrounding areas and Hokkaido on Monday.

Even as virus eases, the worst may be yet to come for Abe

Japan’s coronavirus emergency was coming to an end, but Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s political troubles may be just beginning.

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

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

Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency

The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.

Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency

The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.

Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday that the state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan, and that the country managed to get the spread of the virus under control in under two months.

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

Japan, with about 16,600 confirmed cases and about 850 deaths, has so far avoided the large outbreaks that have been experienced in the US and the Europe despite its softer restrictions.

Japan lifts coronavirus state of emergency in all remaining areas

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

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

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

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

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

Hong Kong security law: What is it and is it worrying?

A simple guide to the new national security law China has proposed in Hong Kong and why it matters.

U.S Condemning China's Push for New Security Law in Hong Kong

The United States is condemning China's push to impose a new security law on Hong Kong, with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo saying if the law passes it would be a death knell for the territory's autonomy. VOA's Diplomatic Correspondent Cindy Saine has the story

Official: U.S. might sanction China over Hong Kong security law

The U.S. is likely to impose sanctions against China if it enacts a new national security law that would erode Hong Kong's autonomy, White House National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien said Sunday. The legislation, announced last week during China's National People's Congress, will allow Beijing to take over in Hong Kong, O'Brien said. That would make it unlikely that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo could certify that the city, a former British colony, had a "high degree" of autonomy, which would result in sanctions against China under the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019, O'Brien said. The comments came as thousands of people gathered in Hong Kong streets to protest the proposed security law, and Hong Kong police fired tear gas to disperse the crowds. Read more at CNBC. Harold Maass

Official: U.S. might sanction China over Hong Kong security law

The U.S. is likely to impose sanctions against China if it enacts a new national security law that would erode Hong Kong's autonomy, White House National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien said Sunday.The legislation, announced last week during China's National People's Congress, will allow

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

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

China could face sanctions over Hong Kong national security law: White House

The national security adviser warned that the Trump administration could slap sanctions on China’s ruling Communist Party over the harsh new security laws it plans to impose on Hong Kong, as

Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan

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

Hong Kong police embrace China’s security law plan

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

Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan

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

Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan

Hong Kong's security chief on Monday welcomed China's plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed to defeat "terrorism" and calls for independence. Beijing

China's proposed national security law should be on G7 agenda: Former Hong Kong governor

The United Kingdom should ensure that China's efforts to impose a new national security law on Hong Kong are on the agenda for the G7 meeting in ...

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

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

Thousands protest in Hong Kong over security law proposal

HONG KONG, China (AFP) — Police fired tear gas and water cannons at thousands of Ho...

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

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

Beijing seeks to reassure business over Hong Kong security law

But investors fret about threat to city’s autonomy from law that has sparked new pro-democracy protests

Hong Kong law society condemns attack on lawyer during China security law protest

HONG KONG: The Law Society of Hong Kong has strongly condemned an assault on a lawyer during Sunday's (May 24) protest against a controversial ...

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

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

Hong Kong security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as China security laws loom

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

Hong Kong security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'

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

Hong Kong security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'

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

China warns U.S. of retaliation if punished for Hong Kong law

Washington has said the law could cost the city its preferential U.S. trading status

China threatens U.S. countermeasures if punished for Hong Kong law

China plans to impose a national security law on the city's financial hub, with the Hong Kong security chief backing it as needed in defeating 'terrorism'

China threatens U.S. with countermeasures if punished for Hong Kong law

China on Monday threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on Hong Kong, that the business hub's security chief hailed as a new tool that would defeat "terrorism". Beijing plans to pass a new security law for Hong Kong…

WATCH | Protesters in Hong Kong rally against proposed controversial security law

Pro-democracy supporters in Hong Kong have criticised the national security law and say it goes against the “one country, two systems” framework.

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

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

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

BEIJING (Reuters) - China warned on Monday that it will take countermeasures if the United States insists on undermining its interests regarding Hong Kong, following the latest comments from Washington about possible sanctions over new national security legislation for the city.

China says to take action if US undermines its interests in Hong Kong

China warned on Monday that it will take countermeasures if the United States insists on undermining its interests regarding Hong Kong, following the latest comments from Washington about possible sanctions over new national security legislation for the city.

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

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

China Says Hong Kong Judiciary to Stay Independent Under New Law

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

180 arrested in fresh weekend protests over national security law in Hong Kong

Protesters returned to the streets Sunday as thousands turned out to decry Beijing's planned national security for Hong Kong At least 180 people were arrested in Causeway Bay and Wan Chai for offenses including participating in an authorized...

Japan airs strong concern after Hong Kong rally over security law

Japan is watching the situation in Hong Kong "with strong concern" after demonstrators took to the streets to protest China's plan to enact a controversial security law, the top government spokesman said Monday. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga told a press conference that a free and open system ought to…

China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law

China on Monday threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on Hong Kong, that the business hub’s security chief hailed as a new tool that would defeat “terrorism”.

China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law

Hong Kong has become the latest flashpoint in soaring tensions between the world's two superpowers which China has likened to 'the brink of a new Cold War'.

China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law

HONG KONG: China on Monday (May 25) threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on ...

Chinese officials defend controversial Hong Kong security laws as necessary against 'terrorism'

The new laws have sparked protests.

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

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

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

China's foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city's security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

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

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

Hong Kong's security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as national laws loom

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

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

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

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

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

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

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

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

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

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

Beijing has warned the US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

US national security advisor Robert O'Brien warned Sunday that the new law could cost the city the preferential trading status it enjoys with the United States, the world's largest economy.

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

Hong Kong and China’s National People’s Congress: The danger of a new cold war

As China gears up to sink its claws deeper into Hong Kong, the world weighs up how best to respond. The pro-democracy movement also has some hard choices to make.

China media seize on video of Hong Kong protesters beating lawyer

Video shot on Sunday shows a man with blood on his face scrambling to escape some half a dozen protesters who were kicking and hitting him with umbrellas

China official in Hong Kong says some protest acts "terrorist in nature"

Xie Feng, commissioner of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong, made his remarks during a speech on proposed national security legislation in Hong Kong, in which he sought to reassure foreign investors they would not be affected.

Hong Kong standoff leaves U.S. and China on "brink of new Cold War"

Beijing bristles as U.S. officials join global chorus backing huge protests against perceived power-grab by China over semi-autonomous region.

180 Arrested in Hong Kong Protests Against Chinese Takeover

Thousands of protesters filled the streets of Hong Kong on Sunday to denounce Beijing’s plan to impose a draconian national security law.

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

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

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

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

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest

China's foreign minister said that implementing anti-sedition laws in Hong Kong is now a "pressing obligation."

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest

Critics worry that the new laws could hurt Hong Kong's independence and the city's position as a financial center.

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong ‘without delay’ as thousands take to the streets in protest

As protests continued in Hong Kong, China pledged to impose new national security laws on the city “without the slightest delay,” reported Lily Kuo at The Guardian.

HK Secretary for Security and six disciplinary forces support national security law in HK

Hong Kong's Secretary for Security and six disciplinary forces have pledged their full support for the national legislature's deliberation on national security legislation for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).

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

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

China to ‘firmly’ retaliate against possible US sanctions over national security law: FM spokesperson

China said on Monday that it would take “all necessary measures” to firmly counter and retaliate against the US’ threatened sanctions over a national security law for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), lambasting the US for blatant interference in China’s internal affairs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Critics worry that the new laws could hurt Hong Kong's independence and the city's position as a financial center.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Hong Kong Police fires tear gas as protesters resist China's grip, launch first major demonstration after COVID-19 outbreak

Thousands of protesters swarmed some of Hong Kong’s busiest neighbourhoods on Sunday, singing, chanting and erecting roadblocks of torn-up bricks and debris as police repeatedly fired tear gas, pepper spray and a water cannon during the city’s largest street mobilisation in month

Fear-mongering over national security law unfounded

Many foreign officials and media outlets have rushed to claim Hong Kong's status as a global financial hub has ended due to the impending National Security Law, with unsubstantiated reports of capital flight, but the move of the legislation is actually a boost to the business environment in the long-run.

Rioters resume protests against national security law in 'deathbed struggle'

Various black-clad protesters descended into the streets of Hong Kong on Sunday, taking part in illegal protests, defying the proposed national security law, claiming it erodes the

HK security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism'

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

Crackdown as HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'

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

Why the White House Threatened to Impose Sanctions Against China

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China media seize on video of HK protesters beating lawyer

HONG KONG, May 25 — Video of Hong Kong protesters beating a lawyer was seized on by China's state media today, becoming a propaganda blow for the city's pro-democracy movement. The assault took place yesterday during a rally against a controversial security law proposed by Beijing that was broken...

Terrorism growing in HK: Police

'In just a few months, one of the safest cities in the world has become one shrouded in the shadow of violence'

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

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

Hong Kong police embrace China’s security law plan

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

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

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

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest

Critics worry that the new laws could hurt Hong Kong's independence and the city's position as a financial center.

Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr. is no more

Three-time Olympic gold winner & manager of only World Cup-winning side succumbs to illness

Indian hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr no more

PTI Chandigarh Balbir Singh Sr, one of India’s greatest hockey players who won three O lympic gold medals in a stellar career, died at a hospital in Moh

If there was a hockey legend after Dhyan Chand, it was Balbir Singh Sr: Milkha Singh

Balbir Singh Sr and Milkha Singh competed together at the highest level for the country in their respective games and even worked together for Punjab Sports department in the 1960's.

Milkha Singh says if there was a hockey legend after Dhyan Chand, it was Balbir Singh Sr

If anyone qualifies to be called a legend in Indian hockey after Dhyan Chand, it's Balbir Singh Senior, said iconic Milkha Singh condoling the death of his 'great friend'.

Hockey Legend Balbir Singh Sr Passes Away

CHANDIGARH: Triple-Olympic gold medallist Balbir Singh Senior died here on Monday. The 96-year-old had been admitted to the hospital for bronchial pneumonia earlier this month and he was on a

Hockey Legend Balbir Singh Sr Passes Away At 95

His world record for most goals scored by an individual in the men's hockey final of the Olympics is still unbeaten. 

Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr passes away at 96

Balbir Singh Sr's record for most goals scored by an individual in the men's hockey final at the Olympics still remains unbeaten.

Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr dies at 96

The three-time Olympic gold medallist was in a semi-comatose state since May 18.His world record for most goals scored by an individual in the men's hockey final of the Olympics still remains unbeaten

Hockey legend Balbir Singh dies at 95

He was admitted to the hospital two weeks ago after multiple organ failure.

Indian hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr passes away at 95

The talismanic player was 95 and is survived by his daughter Sushbir and three sons Kanwalbir, Karanbir, Gurbir.

Hockey-Indian Olympic great Balbir Singh dies aged 95

India’s three-times Olympic gold medallist Balbir Singh has died at the age of 95 after a prolonged pulmonary illness.

Hockey - Indian Olympic great Balbir Singh dies aged 95

REUTERS: India's three-times Olympic gold medallist Balbir Singh has died at the age of 95 after a prolonged pulmonary illness. Singh helped ...

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh condoles demise of hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr

Hockey News: Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Monday expressed his deep sorrow on the death of Balbir Singh Senior, saying the hockey legend exemplified qu

End of an era: Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr passes away

One of India's greatest hockey players, Balbir Singh Sr, died at a hospital here on Monday after battling multiple health issues for over two weeks.

Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr, a hero of young India, passes away

He was supreme centre forward at a time when Indian hockey was in its halcyon days

Remembering Balbir Singh: India’s Olympic legend and one of hockey’s greatest-ever center forwards

The Punjab-born hockey star played a big part in India’s three gold-medal winning performances at Olympic Games from 1948 to 1956.

Hockey icon Balbir Singh Sr passes away

His world record for most goals scored by an individual in the men’s hockey final of the Olympics still remains unbeaten

Hockey legend and triple Olympic gold medallist Balbir Singh Sr passes away at 95

Balbir Singh Senior was in a semi-comatose state since May 18 and had developed a blood clot in his brain after being first admitted to the hospital for bronchial pneumonia with high fever.

Hockey legend and triple Olympic gold medallist Balbir Singh Sr passes away at 95

Three-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr died on Monday after battling multiple health issues for over two weeks.

End of an era: Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr dies

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Hockey India pays tribute to legend Balbir Singh Sr

Hockey India on Monday condoled the demise of the legendary Balbir Singh Sr, saying the sport has lost its "guiding light" and his life will remain an example for generations to come. One of India's

Hockey wizard Balbir Singh Sr breathes his last at 96

An equal to Dhyan Chand in wizardry and legacy, Balbir Singh Sr was perhaps the last recognisable connect to that bygone era of Indian hockey which had gold written all over it.

Hockey Olympian Balbir Singh Sr dies at 95

Three-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr died here on Monday after battling multiple health issues for over two weeks. The iconic player was 95 and is survived by his

Three-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr passes away

Three-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr died here on Monday after battling multiple health issues for over two weeks.

Three-time Olympic Indian hockey champion Balbir Singh Sr passes away aged 95

Balbir Singh Sr was a part of India's Olympic gold medal-winning squads in 1948, 1952 and 1956.

Condolences Pour In As Hockey Legend Balbir Singh Passes Away At 95

RIP hockey legend Balbir Singh.

Balbir Singh, Indian Hockey Legend And 3-Time Olympic Gold Winner, Dies at 96

His world record for most goals scored by an individual in the men’s hockey final of the Olympics still remains unbeaten.

Three-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr dies

One of the country's greatest athletes, Balbir Sr was the only Indian among 16 legends chosen by the International Olympic Committee across modern Olympic history. His world record for most goals scored by an individual in the men's hockey final of the Olympics still remains unbeaten.

India Loses A Hockey Legend As 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist Balbir Singh Sr. Passes Away

'He died at around 6:30 this morning,' Abhijit Singh, Director Fortis Hospital, Mohali, where he was admitted on May 8, told PTI.

India's legendary Olympic hockey hero Singh dies at 95

Singh scored two of India's goals at Wembley stadium

India's legendary Olympic hockey hero Singh dies at 95

Balbir Singh, who won three Olympic hockey golds for India and became one his country's biggest sporting heroes, has died at the age of 95.

India's legendary Olympic hockey hero Singh dies at 95

Balbir Singh, who won three Olympic hockey golds for India and became one of his country's biggest sporting heroes, has died at the age of 95, his family said Monday.

Balbir Singh Senior, three-time Olympic gold-winning hockey legend, dies at 95

Balbir Sr was in a semi-comatose state since 18 May and had developed a blood clot in his brain after being first admitted to the hospital for bronchial pneumonia with high fever.

Hockey icon, three-time Olympic gold medalist, Balbir Singh Sr. passes away

One of the country's greatest athletes, Balbir Sr was the only Indian among 16 legends chosen by the International Olympic Committee across modern Olympic history

Legendary hockey player Balbir Singh Senior passes away

Legendary former hockey player Balbir Singh Senior died in a private hospital on Monday, his family said. He was 96 years old. His condition was critical for nearly a fortnight.

Few hockey players had the goal scoring ability that Balbir Singh possessed: Gurbux Singh

Olympic hockey gold medallist Gurbux Singh said Balbir Singh Senior inspired him in his early days.

Sports fraternity mourns demise of hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr

Hockey News: India's sporting community mourned the loss of an "inspiration" after hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr died on Monday, calling him a rare role model whos

Manpreet, Rani pay tributes to hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr

Manpreet, Rani pay tributes to hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr: Manpreet Singh and Rani Rampal, captain of India men's and women's hockey teams, paid their tributes to legendary player .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Indian sports fraternity mourns the death of Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr

The veteran hockey player had suffered a cardiac arrest on May 12 and after that, he suffered two more cardiac arrests during the course of his stay in the hospital.

Legendary Hockey Player And Three-Time Olympic Gold Medallist Balbir Singh Senior Passes Away 

Legendary former hockey player Balbir Singh Senior died in a private hospital near here on Monday, his family said.

PM Modi condoles death of hockey star Balbir Singh Sr

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday condoled the death of three-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr, saying he will be remembered for his memorable sporting performances.

Sports fraternity condoles demise of hockey legend Balbir Singh Senior

The Indian sports fraternity extended their condolences on the passing of three-time Olympic gold medallist Balbir Singh Senior.

Hockey legend Balbir Singh Senior's wish to see his lost memorabilia remains unfulfilled

For last eight years he left no stones unturned to regain his lost memorabilia, which he had donated way back in 1985 to the Sports Authority of India, but Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr's last wish

Dilip Tirkey extends condolences over demise of hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr

Dilip Tirkey extends condolences over demise of hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr: Former Indian hockey player Dilip Tirkey on Monday extended his condolences over the demise of legendary player Balbir Singh Sr, who passed away this morning at the age of 95 after battling multiple health issues.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Role models like him don’t come along too often: Twitter mourns hockey legend Balbir Singh’s death

Balbir Singh was part of India’s three gold-medal winning hockey teams at the 1948, 1952 and 1956 Olympics.

Balbir Singh Sr December 31, 1923 to May 25, 2020: In honour of a legend who redefined Indian hockey

One of India's greatest hockey players, Balbir Singh Sr, died at a hospital here on Monday after battling multiple health issues for over two weeks.

International Hockey Federation expresses grief over demise of Balbir Singh

International Hockey Federation expresses grief over demise of Balbir Singh: The International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Monday expressed grief over the demise of legendary player Balbir Singh, who passed away this morning at the age of 95 after battling multiple health issues.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

PM Modi pays tribute to hockey legend ‘Padma Shri’ Balbir Singh Senior

In a recent development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tribute to Indian hockey legend Balbir Singh Senior, who breathed his last aged 96.

When Balbir Sr went down memory lane remembering independent India’s first Olympic hockey gold

His world record for most goals scored by an individual in the men's hockey final of the Olympics still remains unbeaten. He had scored five goals in India's 6-1 victory over the Netherlands in the gold medal match of the 1952 Helsinki Games.

Sports fraternity mourns the loss of Balbir Singh Sr, remembers ‘unforgettable contribution towards Indian hockey’

The sporting world woke up to the sad news and moaned the loss of the iconic hockey player.

Role models such as him come very rarely: Abhinav Bindra leads tributes for hockey legend Balbir Singh Senior

One of the country's greatest athletes, Balbir Singh Senior was the only Indian among 16 legends chosen by the International Olympic Committee across modern Olympic history.

Flying with the flag: When Balbir Sr recalled independent India's maiden Olympic hockey gold

His illustrious career had many medals and milestones but for hockey wizard Balbir Singh Sr, who died at 96 on Monday, the one moment that meant more than others was when he played a starring role in

He brought home lots of pride and laurels: PM Narendra Modi pained by the demise of hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has mourned the demise of hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr, who breathed his last on Monday morning. Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju also paid tribute to the hockey giant.

India’s Olympic athlete, Singh, dies at 95

Balbir Singh, who won three Olympic hockey golds for India and became one of his country

After Dhyan Chand, it was Balbir Singh Sr.: Milkha

‘Flying Sikh’ Milkha Singh: We were great friends. I feel sad that he is not amongst us now. After Dhyan Chand, if there was any (hockey) legend, it was Balbir Singh Senior. Bishan Singh Bedi: India’s

How Balbir Singh Sr Played With Fractured Finger Against Pakistan In 1956 Olympic Final

Former footballer Tulsidas Balaram remembered watching Balbir Singh Sr in the 1956 Olympics.

Balbir Singh Sr: A legacy written in gold

Dhyan Chand, the greatest for most, passed away in 1979 at 74 and Singh, considered the best after him, breathed his last at 96 on Monday.

‘Balbir Singh played 1956 Olympic final with plaster on his finger’: Tulsidas Balaram

Tulsidas Balaram was part of the national football team that finished a historic fourth in the 1956 Olympics and remembered how Balbir Singh took pain-killing injections before the summit clash.

Saddened to hear about the passing of Balbir Singh Sr, a legend: Virat Kohli

India skipper Virat Kohli paid tribute to hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr, who passed away on Monday morning. The three-time Olympic gold medallist had been battling for life since 8 May.

How Balbir Singh Sr inspired demoralised Indian team for its only WC title

If Dada Dhyan Chand was a pillar of Indian hockey before independence, Balbir Singh Sr was the other pillar in the post-independence era, says Ajit Pal Singh, captain of Indian hockey team in 1975

Balbir Singh Senior: A legacy written in gold

An equal to Dhyan Chand in wizardry and legacy, Balbir Singh Sr was perhaps the last recognisable connect to that bygone era of Indian hockey which had gold written all over it. Nostalgia is what

Balbir Singh Sr's wish to see his lost memorabilia remains unfulfilled

Hockey News: For last eight years he left no stones unturned to regain his lost memorabilia, which he had donated way back in 1985 to the Sports Authority of India

LOOK: India Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads tributes to Balbir Singh

Legendary hockey player Balbir won three Olympic golds

Pause, rewind, play: When Balbir Singh faced Pakistan in 1956 Olympic final with a fractured hand

The Indian captain played through the pain as India beat Pakistan 1-0 in the final to clinch their third successive Olympic gold.

How man manager Balbir Singh Sr inspired demoralised India to lone World Cup crown

He didn't always need a hockey stick to pull it off for India, that was the kind of magic Balbir Singh Sr could weave, which steered a "demoralised" national team to its first and only World Cup gold back in 1975. 

How Balbir Singh Sr, the man manager, inspired a demoralised India to their lone World Cup crown

A 1-2 loss to Argentina in the league stages had almost knocked India out but a pep talk from Balbir Singh Sr got them back on track.

Remembering Balbir Singh Sr – First Sportsperson to be Conferred With Padma Shri

Balbir Singh Sr died on Monday after battling multiple health issues (Hockey India Photo) Singh won three consecutive Olympic gold … Remembering Balbir Singh Sr – First Sportsperson to be Conferred With Padma Shri Read More »

Had a very close association with him: Milkha pays tribute to ‘great friend’ Balbir Singh Sr

Balbir and Milkha competed together at the highest level for the country in their respective games and even worked together for Punjab Sports department.

'He leaves rich legacy behind': Narinder Batra on Balbir Singh's demise

'He leaves rich legacy behind': Narinder Batra on Balbir Singh's demise: Narinder Batra, president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), on Monday condoled the demise of hockey legend Balbir Singh and said that the veteran has left behind a rich legacy.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Sporting fraternity pays tribute to “rare role model” Balbir Singh Sr

India's sporting community mourned the loss of an "inspiration" after hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr died on Monday, calling him a rare role model.

From Tendulkar to Bindra: India's Sporting Fraternity Pays Tribute to 'Rare Role Model' Balbir Singh Sr.

From shooting legend Bindra to cricket captain Kohli - India's renowned sports personalities took to their social media handles to pay tributes to the deceased legend.

Football legend Tulsidas Balaram reminisces Balbir Singh Sr’s heroic effort of playing 1956 Olympics final with injured finger

He did not score in India's Olympic gold-grabbing win over Pakistan in the 1956 Games final but hockey skipper Balbir Singh Senior had come out playing that match with a fractured finger, recalled footballer Tulsidas Balaram.

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NEW DELHI: Balbir Singh, who won three Olympic hockey golds for India and became one his country’s biggest sporting heroes, has died at the age of 95, his family said Monday. Singh was in teams that won the Olympic title in London in 1948 and Helsinki in 1952 and led the side that won in Melbourne in 1956. His five goals in the 6-1 defeat of the Netherlands in 1952 remain a

Three-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr dies

Balbir Sr was in a semi-comatose state since May 18 and had developed a blood clot in his brain after being first admitted to the hospital for bronchial pneumonia with high fever.

Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr, a hero of young India, passes away

He was supreme centre forward at a time when Indian hockey was in its halcyon days

Biden Can Beat Trump … if He Doesn’t Blow It

Joe being stuck at home during an election year may turn out to be a good thing.

Joe Biden Calls Out Donald Trump, Says Being President Is About “More Than Tweeting From Your Golf Cart”

In a tweet posted on Sunday evening, former Vice-President and presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden called out President Donald Trump saying, “The presidency is about a lot more than ...

Joe Biden appears in public for first time in months at veterans memorial

Former Vice President Joe Biden left home for the first time in months on Monday to lay a wreath at a veterans memorial near his home in Delaware. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee,

Joe Biden, wearing a mask, makes first campaign stop in months

Former vice president Joe Biden has made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago.

Carville: 'American People Are Turning' on Trump by the Day -- 'Joe Biden Is Fine'

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Biden re-emerges

Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Joe Biden emerges from coronavirus lockdown

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden emerged from his Delaware home on Monday and made his first in-person appearance in more than two months to mark the Memorial Day holiday in the United States by laying a wreath at a veterans' park near his home.

Trump vastly outspending Biden in presidential campaign ad wars

President Trump’s campaign has outspent Democratic challenger Joe Biden's by nearly a three-to-one margin since the general election campaign got underway a month-and-a-half ago.

Joe Biden made his first appearance outside of his home in two months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware

Former Vice President Joe Biden honored veterans on Memorial Day in an event which saw him appear outside his home for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic shut down the US in March.

Joe Biden made his first appearance outside of his home in two months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware

Biden and his wife, Jill, wore black face masks in their first public appearance during the coronavirus pandemic.

Joe Biden made his first appearance outside of his home in two months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware

Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made a public appearance outside of his home for the first time in over two months on Monday to observe Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware.

Trump’s And Biden’s Memorial Day Events Highlight Starkly Different Campaign Tones

The president’s raucous Baltimore visit coincided with the former vice president’s somber wreath laying.

Trump hits Biden and Obama in defense of his golfing

President Trump on Monday resumed his attacks aimed at former Vice President Joe Biden and former President Obama, a day after Biden slammed him on Twitter for golfing as the coronavirus pandemic

Why is Trump so restrained about the Biden sexual assault allegation?

The president rarely misses a chance to sling mud but he has been uncharacteristically quiet about Tara Reade’s claimSometimes Donald Trump portrays his election rival, Joe Biden, as a sleepy geriatric who should be in a care home because “he doesn’t know he’s alive”. At others, the president speaks

Biden set to make risky economic argument against Trump

Joe Biden is taking on President Trump over the economy.

Trump Fires Back After Biden Ad Attacks Him For Golfing During Pandemic

President Trump defended himself and lashed out at former Vice President Joe Biden, the likely Democratic nominee, after the Biden campaign released an ad criticizing Trump for golfing over the weekend, as the country approaches 100,000 coronavirus deaths.

Trump slams Biden ad critical of golf outing

President Trump late Sunday lashed out at Joe Biden after the likely Democrat nominee criticized his golf outing earlier in the day as the country approaches 100,000 coronavirus deaths.

Joe Biden -- the perverted Magic Eight Ball that is always wrong

As President Trump has been saying for years now,

Out of the house: Biden makes first public campaign stop in weeks

 Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veteran's

Joe Biden wears face mask in his first public appearance in two months

US president Donald Trump has so far refused to wear a face mask in public.

Out of the house: Democrat Biden makes first campaign stop in weeks

NEW CASTLE, Delaware (Reuters) - Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veteran’s memorial to mark the U.S. Memorial Day holiday.

Biden makes first public appearance in months on Memorial Day

Former Vice President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day on Monday by participating in a wreath-laying ceremony at a local veteran’s memorial near his Delaware home, in what was his first time in public

Memorial Day: Biden wears face mask for first public appearance in 10 weeks but Trump refuses to

Joe Biden has appeared in public for the first time in more than two months to mark Memorial Day.In contrast to Donald Trump who has not worn masks during public appearances, both Mr Biden and his wife Jill Biden wore black face masks to lay a wreath a memorial for World War II and Korean War veterans

Joe Biden wears mask in 1st public appearance since March

Biden is back. Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance since mid-March as he visited a veterans memorial in Delaware, notably clad in a mask. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee laid a wreath in honor of Memorial Day, alongside his wife, Jill Biden, who also wore a mask. Biden's choice to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendation to wear a mask during the coronavirus pandemic is in stark contrast to President Donald Trump, who often refuses to wear masks in public, fearful that he'd look ridiculous. Biden's first outing in two months may serve as a trial run for public events, reports The Associated Press, suggesting he won't spend the remaining five months until the election campaigning from home. While advisers hope to resume campaign activities eventually, they intend to do so "when safety allows, and we will not do that a day sooner," said Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon. Taylor Watson

Joe Biden wears mask in 1st public appearance since March

Biden is back.Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance since mid-March as he visited a veterans memorial in Delaware, notably clad in a mask. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee laid a wreath in honor of Memorial Day, alongside his wife, Jill Biden, who also

Black Voices for Trump Panel Sounds Off on Biden's Outrageous Remarks

When former Vice President Joe Biden told radio host Charlamagne tha God that he "ain't black" if he votes to re-elect President Trump, black voters were rightly offended.

'Feels good to be out of my house': Biden lays Memorial Day wreath in Delaware

Wearing face mask, former vice-president takes break from two months of isolation

Biden makes first in-person appearance in more than 2 months

NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) — Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Biden Lays Memorial Wreath in First Public Event Since Virus

Joe Biden emerged Monday from his stay-at-home lockdown after more than 10 weeks to mark Memorial Day with a tribute to veterans.

Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months, lays wreath at veterans park

Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Joe Biden Appears In Public For 1st Time In Two Months–Wearing A Face Mask

This is the first time the former vice president has appeared in public since mid-March.

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NEW CASTLE, Del. >> Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months today as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months

Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months

Biden and his wife, Jill, laid a wreath of white flowers tied with a white bow and bowed their heads in silence at the park.

Joe Biden questions my blackness one moment, defends racist 1994 crime bill the next

These are not gaffes. Democrats like Joe Biden are running scared because the Trump administration has been good for African Americans.

Biden attends Memorial Day ceremony, first time leaving home in two months

Leaving his home in Wilmington, Delaware for his first public trip anywhere since the coronavirus pandemic shuttered much of the country two months ago, former Vice President Joe Biden and his wife Jill made an unannounced visit on Monday to attend a Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony.

Out of the house: Democrat Biden makes first public appearance in weeks

NEW CASTLE, Delaware (Reuters) - Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veterans memorial to mark the U.S. Memorial Day holiday.

Lisa Boothe: How can Biden staffers run presidential campaign 'when they can't even run a virtual rally?'

Fox News contributor Lisa Boothe told "The Next Revolution" Sunday that the new digital effort likely to be a vital part of the 2020 race will "certainly benefit" the Trump campaign as Joe Biden trails the president's team on the online battleground.

Biden leaves home to make 1st in-person appearance in 2 months

Since abruptly canceling a March 10 rally in Cleveland at the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee has waged much of his campaign from his home in Wilm...

Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots

Biden is sharpening his tone, still pitching consensus but touting a “bold agenda” aimed at mollifying progressives who remain skeptical he will deliver enough on health care, student loan debts and the climate crisis.

Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots

Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.

Byron York: Biden facing even more pressure on VP pick after 'you ain't black' remark

The Washington Examiner’s Byron York said on Monday that presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is facing even more pressure to pick a woman of color as his running mate after his gaffe about black Trump supporters.

Donald Trump spends Memorial Day weekend attacking female opponents and golfing

'Presidency is about a lot more than tweeting from your golf cart,' Trump's likely opponent in the 2020 election, Joe Biden, said.

Trump visits one of his private golf courses for first time in 75 days

The president's visit to Trump National Golf Club in Virginia comes as the White House is pushing states to lift stay-at-home orders and for the economy to reopen.

If The NBA Can Thrive Under A “Bubble,” Why Not The Presidential Election?

Joe Biden should place the ten-or-so women associated with his vice presidential search under a "bubble" in Las Vegas or Orlando – or some other city in some swing state where they could engage in what, in effect, would be a really awful version of television’s "Survivor" series.

2020 Watch: Differing views on remaking post-virus economy

Presidential politics move fast. What we’re watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign:

2020 Watch: Differing views on remaking post-virus economy

WASHINGTON (AP) — Presidential politics move fast. What we’re watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign: Days to general election: 162 ___ THE NARRATIVE As some parts...

Joe Biden, wearing a mask, makes first campaign stop in months

Former vice president Joe Biden has made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago.

Joe Biden made his first appearance outside his home in 2 months to honor Memorial Day at a Delaware veterans park

Biden and his wife, Jill, wore black face masks in their first public appearance during the coronavirus pandemic.

Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots

Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.

Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots

Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.

Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months, lays wreath at veterans park

Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park.

Germany will take Lufthansa stake in landmark US$9.8B bailout

Germany will offer Deutsche Lufthansa AG a 9 billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) bailout that thrusts the state back into the heart of a company privatized with fanfare two decades ago.

Germany will take stake in Lufthansa in landmark $9.8-bn bailout deal

Government’s holding in the company, privatized with fanfare two decades ago, to start at 20% and could rise above 25%

German government agrees €9B Lufthansa bailout

The deal still needs to be approved by the European Commission’s competition team.

Germany set to take Lufthansa stake in landmark $9.8-billion bailout

The aid package involves taking an initial 20 per cent stake that could rise to a blocking minority of 25 per cent plus one share in the event of a hostile takeover, the carrier said on Monday.

Germany takes Lufthansa stake in landmark $15b bailout

The German government takes a 20 per cent stake in the struggling airline that has been battered by the pandemic.

German government takes 20% stake in $10B Lufthansa bailout

May 25 (UPI) -- Lufthansa Group announced Monday that the airline will receive a $10 billion bailout from Germany, giving the government a 20 precent stake in the company and two seats on the airline's board.

Berlin takes the controls at Lufthansa in €9B bailout

The largest aviation rescue in Europe is going to have to be approved by Brussels.

Lufthansa's US$9.8 billion bailout bogged down in talks with EU

Germany’s 9 billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) bailout of Deutsche Lufthansa AG is being slowed by discussions meant to ensure the rescue plan receives swift European Union approval once it’s finalized, people familiar with the matter said.

Germany's Scholz: Government agreed on Lufthansa bailout package worth €9 billion

German Finance Minister Olaf Scholz announced on Monday that the government agreed on a €9 billion bailout package for Lufthansa. "It's a very, very g

Germany's Lufthansa agrees to government's $9.8b aid

Deal will also place federal government with a major say in airline's future course

Lufthansa, Germany agree on $9.8-billion rescue package

The German Finance and Economy Ministries on Monday said Lufthansa was an operationally healthy company before the coronavirus outbreak, was profitable and had good prospects for the future but had got into trouble because of the pandemic.

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

Germany's new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro ($9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa , Germany's flagship carrier said on Monday. "The Executive Board also supports the package", Lufthansa said, adding that the bailout still need consent

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Germany’s new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro ($9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa (LHAG.DE), Germany’s flagship carrier said on Monday.

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

Germany's new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro (US$9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa , Germany's ...

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline

The largest German corporate rescue since the coronavirus crisis struck will see the government get a 20% stake, which could rise to 25% plus one share in the event of a takeover attempt, as it seeks to protect thousands of jobs.

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline

Germany threw Lufthansa a 9 billion euro ($9.8 billion) lifeline on Monday, agreeing a bailout which gives Berlin a veto in the event of a hostile bid for the airline. Lufthansa has been locked in talks with Berlin for weeks over aid it needs to survive an expected protracted travel slump, with the

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with €9b lifeline

FRANKFURT, May 26 — Germany threw Lufthansa a €9 billion (RM42.7 billion) lifeline yesterday, agreeing a bailout which gives Berlin a veto in the event of a hostile bid for the airline. The largest German corporate rescue since the coronavirus crisis struck will see the government get a 20 per...

Germany approves 9 billion euro aid package for Lufthansa

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Germany on Monday approved a 9 billion-euro ($9.8 billion) aid package for stricken airline Lufthansa to keep a major employer going through the turbulence of the...

Germany still in talks with EU over Lufthansa bailout, expects green light: Altmaier

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany is still in talks with the European Commission over its rescue package for flagship carrier Lufthansa (LHAG.DE), Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said on Monday, adding that Berlin expected Brussels to give the green light for the bailout.

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 bln lifeline

FRANKFURT/BERLIN — Germany threw Lufthansa a 9 billion euro ($9.8 billion) lifeline on Monday, agreeing a bailout which gives Berlin a veto in the event of a hostile bid for the airline.

Lufthansa secures €9b German state rescue deal, say airline, government

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Berlin and coronavirus-stricken airline giant Lufthansa agreed today on a nine-billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) rescue package subject to approval by shareholders and competition authorities, the company and Germany’s economy ministry said. “Before the coronavirus...

Berlin to take 20% stake in €9bn bailout of Lufthansa as airline struggles amid Covid-19 travel fallout

Germany will offer Lufthansa a €9bn bailout in return for a 20% stake two decades after the airline was privatised with much fanfare.

German government, Lufthansa agree on 9 billion euro aid package

Germany on Monday approved a 9 billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) aid package for stricken airline Lufthansa to keep a major employer going through the turbulence of the coronavirus pandemic. But officials said Berlin was still in talks with the European Union's executive commission about possible conditions.

Germany's Scholz: Lufthansa rescue package should yield 'small profit' for state

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany’s rescue package for flagship carrier Lufthansa (LHAG.DE) is a “very, very good solution” that is taking into account the needs of both the company and taxpayers, Finance Minister Olaf Scholz said on Monday.

Lufthansa, German government agree on US$9.8 billion rescue package: sources

The German government and the management of flagship carrier Lufthansa , which has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, have reached an ...

German gov't to climb aboard at Lufthansa in virus rescue

(UPDATED) To help Lufthansa, the German government offers a 3-billion-euro loan and 5.7 billion of 'silent' capital. It also seeks to buy 20% of the company for 300 million euros.

Lufthansa, German government agree on rescue package: Report

The German government and the management of flagship carrier Lufthansa, which has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, have reached an agreement on state aid worth billions of euros, German

German govt to climb aboard at Lufthansa in virus rescue

Berlin will climb aboard airline giant Lufthansa as its largest shareholder in a nine-billion-euro ($9.8 billion) rescue if investors and competition authorities agree, as the coronavirus-stricken carrier ...

Talks on Lufthansa aid not concluded yet: ministry

BERLIN (Reuters) - Negotiations on a government bailout for coronavirus-stricken airline Lufthansa (LHAG.DE) are in their last phase but have not been concluded yet, a spokeswoman of the German economy ministry said on Monday.

Lufthansa state rescue deal agreed in principle, say sources

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Coronavirus-stricken German airline group Lufthansa has agreed in principle a nine-billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) rescue deal that would see the government come onboard as a shareholder, sources told AFP today. With mangers and ministers in agreement, Lufthansa’s...

New emissions blow for VW as German court backs damages claims

FRANKFURT: German airline Lufthansa said Monday it has received approval for a €9 billion ($9.8 billion) “stabilization package” from a government support fund to keep the company going through the turbulence from the coronavirus outbreak, but cautions the deal has not been approved by the EU’s executive commission.

Germany Will Take Lufthansa Stake in Landmark $9.8 Billion Bailout

Germany will offer Deutsche Lufthansa AG a 9 billion-euro ($9.8 billion) bailout that thrusts the state back into the heart of a company privatized with fanfare two decades ago.

Germany takes Lufthansa stake in landmark $15b bailout

The German government takes a 20 per cent stake in the struggling airline that has been battered by the pandemic.

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern keeps cool as earthquake strikes during TV interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was largely unphased when an earthquake struck during a live TV interview Monday morning. “We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here, Ryan,” Ardern

Unmoved by earthquake, New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern carries on with TV interview

Jacinda Ardern interrupted Newshub host Ryan Bridge to tell him what was happening at the parliament complex in the capital, Wellington.

Jacinda Ardern calmly continues interview during earthquake in New Zealand

An earthquake that struck near the New Zealand capital city of Wellington while Prime Minister Ja...

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern Keeps Calm As Earthquake Hits While On TV

The New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been going viral (again) - this time after an earthquake struck.

'Quite a Decent Shake' : Earthquake interrupts New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern's TV interview

The prime minister was speaking to a morning news program from Parliament in Wellington

Jacinda Ardern keeps her cool as earthquake hits New Zealand during live interview

The 5.8 magnitude quake hit Wellington as New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was in the middle of a live broadcast. She calmly continued with the interview as the camera and other things shook around her.

Earthquake during live interview: How New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern kept calm

‘We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here Ryan, quite a decent shake here.’

'We're just having a bit of an earthquake here': New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern was unfazed when an earthquake hit during a live interview

Prime Minister Jacinda Adern was speaking live on TV in Wellington when a 5.8 magnitude earthquake felt by almost 40,000 people hit near Levin.

‘We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here’: New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern was unfazed when an earthquake hit during a live interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern appeared unflustered as she was interrupted by an earthquake during a live TV interview on Monday morning.

Groundbreaking TV? Earthquake hits during Jacinda Ardern interview

An earthquake hit as New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern was being interviewed live on TV.

'We're just having a bit of an earthquake here' — New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern in quake on live TV

‘Quite A Decent Shake Here’

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern stays cool as earthquake hits during live interview

Poised as always.

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern unruffled as earthquake hits mid-interview

WELLINGTON:  An earthquake struck near New Zealand's capital on Monday (May 25) morning, shaking many residents including Prime Minister Jacinda ...

New Zealand PM Ardern’s response to earthquake goes viral

New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Arden went viral Monday over the composure she kept during an earthquake on live television.

Jacinda Ardern Didn’t Miss A Beat When Her Live Interview Was Interrupted By An Earthquake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern kept her cool when an earthquake hit during a live television interview she was conducting.

New Zealand earthquake: PM Jacinda Ardern live on TV in Wellington as North Island hit

Leader says she can feel ‘quite a decent shake here’ as the 5.8 quake strikes during a live interview

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

Jacinda Ardern's Live TV Interview Interrupted By Earthquake: ‘Quite A Decent Shake Here’

'I’m not under any hanging lights and I look like I am in a structurally strong place.'

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

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

New Zealand's PM Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was undaunted by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.

'We're having a bit of an earthquake – we're fine.' Is Jacinda Ardern unshakeable?

The New Zealand prime minister has calmly steered her country in the face of a massacre, an eruption, and a pandemic. Now she is laughing in the face of seismic shakes

NZ PM Jacinda Ardern Continues Interview Despite 5.8M Earthquake, Twitter Calls Her ‘Unshakable’

Wow

NZ's Jacinda Ardern Turns Heads as She Doesn’t Bat an Eye When Caught by Earthquake During Interview

In a video from this past weekend, New Zealand’s PM is seen talking to an AM Show host, when furniture and decor items just behind her back began to visibly shake for...

'We're just having a bit of an earthquake here': New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern was unfazed when an earthquake hit during a live interview, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

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‘Quite a decent shake’: quake interrupts Jacinda Ardern’s TV interview

A sizable earthquake struck New Zealand on Monday, shaking Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern during a live television interview, but failing to cause major damage or disrupt Ardern’s calm demeanour.

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

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

Rosanna Arquette: Coronavirus Will Kill 'Millions' Because New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern Isn't Leading U.S.

Actress Rosanna Arquette says removing "fascist" lawmakers from government will be one outcome from the Chinese coronavirus pandemic in the U.S., where she says the death toll will eventually rise to millions.

PM Jacinda Ardern reveals move to gatherings of 100 under alert level 2

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has revealed the government plans to allow gatherings of up to 100 from midday on Friday, 29 May.

New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake

Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.

New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview on Monday morning.

New Zealand PM unfazed as earthquake hits during interview

Jacinda Ardern impressed viewers when she barely skipped a beat.

New Zealand Prime Minister continues interview during 5.8 magnitude earthquake

An earthquake that hit New Zealand on Monday physically shook Prime Minister Jacinda Adern during a live television interview.

New Zealand PM calm as earthquake strikes during live TV interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview. During the interview with New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview.

New Zealand PM unruffled as earthquake hits mid-interview

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

WATCH: New Zealand PM's epic reaction while earthquake strikes during her live interview

The capital city and its nearby areas were shaken up by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake while Ardern's live interview was underway.

New Zealand PM carries on with TV interview during quake

Rest of World News: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview Monday morning. She inter

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

WELLINGTON, New Zealand - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview Monda

‘Things moving behind me’: New Zealand PM continues TV interview as quake strikes

Monday’s magnitude 5.6 quake struck in the ocean about 100 kilometers (62 miles) northeast of Wellington, according to the US Geological Survey.

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

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

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

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

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

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

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

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

Jacinda’s ‘decent shake’ hits NZ

The PM was speaking to a morning news program from parliament when the magnitude-5.8 earthquake struck just before 8am

New Zealand eases coronavirus curbs on public gatherings

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand is easing back curbs on the size of gatherings to 100 people from 10, as it relaxes measures to limit the spread of the coronavirus, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Monday.

Earthquake Hits, NZ PM's Reaction Caught On Cam

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

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.

Jacinda Ardern's Live TV Interview Interrupted By Earthquake: ‘Quite A Decent Shake Here’

'I’m not under any hanging lights and I look like I am in a structurally strong place.'

New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake

Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.

New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake

Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.

'We're just having a bit of an earthquake here': New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern was unfazed when an earthquake hit during a live interview

Prime Minister Jacinda Adern was speaking live on TV in Wellington when a 5.8 magnitude earthquake felt by almost 40,000 people hit near Levin.

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

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

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

Wellington: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.

UK PM's top aide Dominic Cummings under fire

Cummings faces increasing pressure to resign for breaching lockdown rules three times

Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings say coronavirus affected their eyesight

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that his own eyesight was affected by coronavirus

Boris Johnson's aide Cummings says he won't quit over lockdown road trip

The government is facing a tide of anger from politicians and the public over the revelation that Dominic Cummings traveled more than 250 miles (400 kilometers) from London to his parents' home in Durham, northeast England at the end of March

Boris Johnson says people should make up own minds on Dominic Cummings - video

Boris Johnson has refused to offer his unconditional backing to Dominic Cummings, but said he did not believe anyone in Downing Street had done anything to detract from official messaging

'What planet are they on?' - Papers attack Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings

Criticism has rained down on Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings from the nation’s papers, some of it from unlikely quarters. While attacks from the Daily Mirror and The Guardian were to be expected, even the right-leaning Daily Mail and The Daily Telegraph were among the critics, the Mail launching a withering assault on Mr Cummings for flouting lockdown guidelines and on Mr Johnson for his defence of his chief adviser. "What planet are they on?" the Mail screams on its front page, saying that is the question the nation is asking about the "No 10 svengali who flouted the PM’s own strict lockdown rules", and about Mr Johnson "brazenly" supporting him.

Boris Johnson washes his hands over Dominic Cummings scandal

The prime minister backed his chief adviser but admitted he 'regrets the confusion and pain' the scandal has caused.

Boris Johnson faces sustained pressure to sack Dominic Cummings

It comes amid warnings that the Prime Minister’s chief adviser’s actions have ‘undermined’ efforts to fight coronavirus.

Who is Dominic Cummings - Boris Johnson's key aide grabbing news headlines in lockdown row?

Clamour seeking Cummings’ resignation as Johnson’s adviser has been growing after he took a 400 kilometre-journey during the lockdown.

UK PM Johnson's aide Cummings says he has not offered to resign

LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest adviser Dominic Cummings said on Monday he had not offered his resignation over the furore about his decision to drive 250 miles from London to northern England during Britain’s COVID-19 lockdown.

Dominic Cummings is sorry (not sorry)

Boris Johnson’s top aide says he disagrees with those who believe he broke UK lockdown rules.

Coronavirus: What did Dominic Cummings do during lockdown?

Boris Johnson's chief aide has not been out of the headlines this Bank Holiday weekend; here's everything you need to know.

Lockdown breach: Boris Johnson's top aide Cummings says he drove to tourist attraction to test his eyesight

He said his sight had been affected by his illness, and he wanted to check if he would be able to drive back to London from northern England

Boris Johnson faces renewed Tory pressure to sack Dominic Cummings

PM’s chief aide to give statement and take questions after outpouring of anger

Dominic Cummings: UK PM's top aide who flouted virus lockdown rules

Dominic Cummings became British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's trusted lieutenant after helping him score stunning ballot box successes.But his tactics and abrasive personality made enemies across the political spectrum.

Boris Johnson 'regrets confusion' about Dominic Cummings' trip but says 'I had a lot on'

The under-fire Prime Minister told today's Downing Street briefing when asked about the Dominic Cummings controversy: "Yes, of course I do regret the confusion and the anger and the pain that people feel"

Boris Johnson goes for run with dog as backlash over Dominic Cummings row deepens

The Prime Minister has been spotted out jogging with his pet, Dilyn, around Lambeth Palace, London, after being criticised for backing his lockdown-breaching top aide

UK PM Boris Johnson backs top aide after lockdown revelations

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defended his chief adviser Dominic Cummings, amid a clamour of calls for Cummings to resign after it emerged he travelled to Durham from London while the country was on lockdown and everyone had been told to stay at home. 

Boris Johnson will pay a price for standing by Cummings

If the UK Prime Minister's most important adviser did nothing wrong, why did all sides work so hard to conceal what he did?

Johnson under pressure over defence of Cummings' lockdown breach

The UK Prime Minister is coming under increasing pressure to sack his top adviser after it emerge...

Dominic Cummings tries to explain when and why of lockdown trip

Key exchanges from press conference given by Boris Johnson’s chief aide

UK PM Johnson's aide Cummings says should have explained trip earlier

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s close aide Dominic Cummings on Monday said he should have explained the circumstances of a 250 mile journey during lockdown earlier but that his decision to take the trip had not been a mistake.

Dominic Cummings: I don’t regret what I did

The Prime Minister’s chief adviser denied going back to Durham after returning to London on April 13, as has been reported.

Boris Johnson says he regrets 'confusion and anger' caused by Dominic Cummings controversy

Johnson also announced that all shops in England will be able to reopen next month if they meet guidelines.

Bishops slam Boris Johnson for treating public 'as mugs' over Dominic Cummings

A number of senior Church of England members have spoken out against Boris Johnson, who defended his senior aide Dominic Cummings this evening after it was revealed he broke lockdown rules

Dominic Cummings went to Durham in lockdown, and bared his arse at Britain

The chief propagandist of rage against the privileged Westminster elite has proved himself the epitome of the privileged Westminster elite, writes Elle Hunt from London. He is the prime minister’s top adviser, he unambiguously broke the rules around lockdown, and people have already been fired fo

Aide to British PM Cummings says he doesn’t regret lockdown trip

LONDON, May 26 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest adviser Dominic Cummings said today that he didn’t regret his decision to drive 250 miles from London to northern England, saying he had not flouted lockdown rules by staying on his family’s farm. “I don’t regret what I did....

Aide to British PM Cummings says he doesn't regret lockdown trip

LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest adviser Dominic Cummings said on Monday that he didn’t regret his decision to drive 250 miles from London to northern England, saying he had not flouted lockdown rules by staying on his family’s farm.

Dominic Cummings 'doesn't regret' lockdown journey and won't resign

Boris Johnson's chief adviser Dominic Cummings has said he does not regret travelling to Co Durham during lockdown.

Johnson faces perception problem over Cummings affair

The problem Boris Johnson faces over the Dominic Cummings affair right now is a problem of perception. Is there one set of rules for the ruling elite, and another for everyone else?

‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for Johnson and Cummings

LONDON – Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

Tony Bellew is branded 'Tory Bellew' after backing Boris aide Dominic Cummings

Dominic Cummings has incurred the wrath of the British public after he broke lockdown but former light heavyweight champion Tony Bellew has no issue with his decision

Who is Dominic Cummings? Profile of PM's aide as he makes coronavirus statement

From Education to the Vote Leave campaign to 10 Downing Street, Dominic Cummings has spent more than a decade leaving a trail of controversy where he goes

Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid lockdown furore

Dominic Cummings is expected to make a public statement later amid growing calls for the prime minister’s most senior adviser to resign for travelling during lockdown. Boris Johnson is also facing

Dominic Cummings to make public statement over lockdown claims

Boris Johnson's chief adviser faces calls to quit

The lockdown breach questions Dominic Cummings has yet to clarify

Boris Johnson’s aide failed to draw a line under affair that has caused fury across the UK

Boris Johnson facing scandal after standing by Dominic Cummings in pandemic travel controversy

The U.K. Prime Minister’s top political aide admitted to travelling more than 400 kilometres north of London with his wife and son days after the lockdown was initiated, while sick

Dominic Cummings row: The families who stayed away in lockdown

Members of the public have expressed anger after the PM's chief adviser travelled to Durham in lockdown.

Durham Police now say Dominic Cummings' family given 'no specific advice' about lockdown

The force has issued a fresh statement as calls for the Downing Street aide to be sacked mount following Boris Johnson's defence of Cummings yesterday

Who is Dominic Cummings and why do so many people want him sacked?

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest ally is accused of breaking the government's own rules during the coronavirus lockdown to arrange childcare for his four-year-old son.

Boris Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

Cummings has been a highly divisive figure in British politics since masterminding the successful 2016 Brexit campaign alongside Johnson.

Boris Johnson's top aide stands his ground on lockdown breach

No resignation, no regrets ... Dominic Cummings says it's the media coverage, rather than his actions, that has muddied the government's messaging.

Dominic Cummings refuses to resign or apologise for lockdown breach

Press conference raises more questions but Boris Johnson gives full backing to adviser

UK PM’s top aide Cummings defies calls to resign after breaking lockdown

Cummings told reporters that he acted 'reasonably and legally' when he drove across the country with his wife while she was suffering from the virus, despite official advice to stay at home.

Boris Johnson the 'people’s politician' risks squandering his common touch in standing by Dominic Cummings

Say what you like about Boris Johnson, he is not what you would call a “misfit” or a “weirdo”. Unlike his non-conformist chief adviser Dominic Cummings, who once touted for such ‘oddballs’ to join No 10, the Prime Minister is as conventional as any of the 20 Old Etonians who have ended up in Downing

PM Boris Johnson faces flak as aide says ‘no regrets’ on breaching lockdown

Cummings, who has been close to Johnson since the successful Vote leave campaign in the 2016 EU referendum, travelled to Durham in north-east England with his family when the official advice followed by Britons was to ‘stay home’.

‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

'What planet are they on?' - UK newspaper reaction to Johnson backing Cummings

British newspapers were united in their condemnation of Boris Johnson's decision to back Dominic Cummings after calls for his top aide to be sacked over

Boris Johnson gambles to save aide who flouted U.K. lockdown rules

U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson put his own authority on the line as he fought to save his most senior aide, Dominic Cummings, in the face of growing dem

Dominic Cummings 'does not regret' lockdown travel as he addresses nation

Several Conservative backbenchers have joined calls from opposition parties for Mr Cummings to quit or be sacked

The unanswered questions about Dominic Cummings' coronavirus lockdown travels

Dominic Cummings remains in his position as the Prime Minister's de facto chief of staff after Boris Johnson gave him his backing following revelations he travelled from London to Durham during the lockdown. While the Prime Minister, speaking at the Downing Street press conference, said his most senior adviser "acted responsibly, legally and with integrity", there remain questions about Mr Cumming’s decision to make the initial journey, along with the further allegations levelled against the 48-year-old.

Dominic Cummings admits 'mistake' but says he has 'no regrets' over lockdown trip

Dominic Cummings has confirmed he did not tell the UK prime minister Boris Johnson about his drive to Durham and admitted he made "a mistake".

UK PM's top aide Cummings defies calls to resign

Dominic Cummings told reporters that he acted 'reasonably and legally' when he drove across the country with his wife while she was suffering from the virus, despite official advice to stay at home.

Boris Johnson says bad eyesight may be coronavirus symptom in bid to defend Cummings

The Prime Minister spontaneously declared a new symptom at the Downing Street press conference, in order to support his top aide's decision to go for a 30-mile drive to a beauty spot to test his eyesight

Dominic Cummings lockdown row: Boris Johnson defies calls to sack senior advisor from Conservative Party, risks backlash

British prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday, despite calls from within his own Conservative Party for the aide to resign for driving 250 miles during the coronavirus lockdown.

JK Rowling condemns Dominic Cummings' reported flouting of lockdown rules

She has criticised the adviser for reportedly making a trip while he and his wife had COVID-19 symptoms.

Dominic Cummings fails to apologise and has no regrets over flouting lockdown rules

Downing Street senior aide Dominic Cummings arrived at his own press conference to explain his widely condemned actions during lockdown 30 minutes late.

Furious backlash after Boris Johnson defends aide’s lockdown journey

Tory MPs say they have received a wave of anger from constituents over Dominic Cummings’ actions.

UK PM's top aide Cummings defies calls to quit

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's top aide Dominic Cummings defied calls to resign on Monday over allegations that he broke coronavirus rules and undermined the government's response to the health crisis.

Dominic Cummings says 'I do not regret what I did' and refuses to apologise

The Prime Minister's key aide has said he believes he acted "reasonably" by making a 260-mile trip to Durham during the coronavirus lockdown - and said he has not considered resigning

'Arguably this was a mistake': Cummings says he did not speak to Johnson before travelling to Durham with family

Last night, Boris Johnson defended his senior adviser over the 260-mile trip to Durham.

BREAKING Dominic Cummings to make public statement today over coronavirus lockdown trip

The top aide is set to give an unprecedented statement this afternoon and could take questions from the press after he was personally defended by PM Boris Johnson

Furious Durham residents say it's a 'farce' Dominic Cummings hasn't been sacked

Boris Johnson has backed Dominic Cummings despite calls from within his own party for him to be sacked in the row over his alleged multiple breaches of lockdown in April

Dominic Cummings controversy: The unanswered questions

Despite backing by Boris Johnson, key details about aide’s breaching of lockdown remain murky

Gary Neville mocks Dominic Cummings over ‘uncomfortable’ lockdown statement

Former England and Manchester United defender Gary Neville has mocked Dominic Cummings for his performance during a press conference. Prime minister Boris Johnson’s special advisor has been accused

'What planet are they on?', 'Bojo stands by top aide': UK front pages react to Dominic Cummings crisis

The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Cummings a “cheat” and Johnson a “coward”.

Timeline: How the Dominic Cummings controversy unfolded

Boris Johnson backed his top aide but there has been criticism from Tory MPs, opposition parties, scientists and even bishops.

'From Hero to Zero': Piers Morgan Claims Boris Johnson 'Done' in Tense Row Over 'Hypocrite' Cummings

The outspoken GMB host believes that by defending the top Downing Street policy adviser, notably behind the set of COVID containment rules, the prime minister is...

Public will never forget Boris Johnson's betrayal in Dominic Cumming lockdown row

Record View says there cannot be one rule for them and one rule for the rest of us

'No Regrets': Dominic Cummings Calls His COVID-19 Lockdown Violation 'Reasonable' Amid Outcry

Boris Johnson's aide Cummings has landed in hot water after he travelled to Durham in March to self-isolate with his family in defiance of lockdown rules. He reportedly...

'I think...I behaved reasonably' - Dominic Cummings defies calls to quit over accusations of flouting lockdown

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign today, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19.

Incredible moment neighbours heckle 'hypocrite' Dominic Cummings over lockdown trip

Cummings was branded a 'hypocrite' by the crowd of onlookers on his own doorstep

UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

Johnson rejects calls to sack Dominic Cummings after he came under fire for traveling across the country with his wife while she was suffering from symptoms of the disease

UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defied pressure from within his own party and backed top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown rules.

I don't regret what I did, Cummings says over travel

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's senior aide Dominic Cummings has said "I don't regret what I did", as he responded to allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown restrictions.

Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to UK's Johnson toughs it out

LONDON, May 26 — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign yesterday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 400 km from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight Covid-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from...

Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to UK's Johnson toughs it out

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign on Monday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19.

‘I don’t regret what I did’: Dominic Cummings defends 260-mile car trip during coronavirus lockdown

Dominic Cummings, U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s most senior adviser, said he has not offered to resign as he explained his actions during lockdown

Boris’ defence of top aide breaching lockdown causes stir

PTI London The furore surrounding top Downing Street aide Dominic Cummings’ perceived breach of the coronavirus stay-at-home lockdown rules by travellin

Boris Johnson's decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means 'more people will die' from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers

Professor Stephen Reicher said Boris Johnson had "trashed" his own government's advice on the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.

Boris Johnson’s decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means ‘more people will die’ from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers

A scientist who advises the UK government on the coronavirus says Boris Johnson’s support for an aide who breached lockdown rules has undermined efforts to fight the pandemic and warned that “more people are going to die” as a result.

Under fire over lockdown trip, close aide to British PM Johnson refuses to resign

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's closest aide refused to resign on Monday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from lawmakers, Church of…

Dominic Cummings visited Barnard Castle to see if he could drive safely

Boris Johnson's senior advisor made the second journey after driving 260 miles to Durham

RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Desperate Dominic Cummings should have come clean sooner

RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Perhaps if Desperate Dom had come clean when the media first started sniffing around at the end of last week, the whole sorry tale may not have unravelled in the way that it has.

Johnson risks party wrath to back aide who crossed UK during lockdown

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday, despite calls from within his own Conservative Party for the aide to resign for driving 250 miles during the coronavirus lockdown.

Coronavirus news live - UK death toll at 36,793 and Johnson defends Cummings

Here, we bring you the live updates on the latest news, developments and guidance on the Covid-19 pandemic.

13 eyebrow-raising moments from Dominic Cummings' coronavirus press conference

In an hour-long press conference, the PM's top aide offered no apology, no regrets and no resignation for making a 500-mile round trip in lockdown. Here are the 13 most surprising ways he tried to justify his actions

List of Tory MPs calling for Dominic Cummings to resign continues to grow

Boris Johnson is facing a revolt from his own backbenchers as they call for his chief adviser Dominic Cummings to resign.

Prime Minister is ‘taking the public for fools’ with ‘farcical’ defence of Dominic Cummings, says Ian Blackford

Boris Johnson is under increasing pressure to sack Dominic Cummings today, with the SNP accusing the prime minister of "taking the public for fools".

This could be the moment the public finally sees through Boris Johnson

The depth of fury against the Prime Minister and Dominic Cummings transcends normal political divisions. 

‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for UK’s Johnson and aide

LONDON, May 25 — Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London. Defending one of Britain’s most powerful men,...

Has Dominic Cummings' car been 'egged'? Yellow stain seen on vehicle in Downing Street

Boris Johnson's top aide has been heckled by neighbours in the street as outrage builds over Dominic Cummings' lockdown breaches

Johnson risks party wrath backing aide over lockdown breach claims

LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings on Sunday (May 24), despite calls from within his own ...

UK PM Boris Johnson defiant as scandal rages over aide accused of breaking coronavirus rules

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday failed to draw a line under a scandal over his top aide Dominic Cummings allegedly breaching ...

Boris Johnson confirms reopening of shops from June 1 as coronavirus lockdown eased

The Prime Minister has said outdoor markets and car showrooms can reopen next week - with other shops to follow two weeks later as lockdown restrictions are eased

TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'

An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online

Dominic Cummings admits driving 30 miles after suspected coronavirus - to 'check his eyesight'

The unprecedented statement in Downing Street's Rose Garden came as the top aide offered no apology for his 260-mile drive to Durham - and revealed he went back into No10 hours after contact with his sick wife

Dominic Cummings has 'no regrets' about 260-mile trip but admits he should have told PM his plans

Boris Johnson's senior advisor issued a statement on Monday afternoon following mounting pressure to quit

Coronavirus: Boris Johnson’s chief adviser defends decision to drive 260 miles during lockdown

Boris Johnson's chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, has defended his decision to drive 260 miles from London to County Durham during the coronavirus lockdown while he and his family were suffering with Covid-19 symptoms.

Warning 14,000 Brits fined over lockdown could fight charges after Cummings row

More than 14,000 people in England and Wales were given fixed penalty notices under the coronavirus lockdown's emergency laws, but Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings could see many challenge their fines

Bishops round on Boris: Church leaders say CofE may now refuse to work with government on Covid response after PM's 'risible' defence of Dominic Cummings that 'broke trust of nation'

Bishops have reacted with fury on social media, saying Mr Johnson's defence of Cummings is an 'insult' and that he has 'no respect for the people.'

I behaved legally and responsibly: Boris aide

Cummings says he undertook the journey to ensure that his child had support if he or his wife fell ill

Boris Johnson's decision to back his own top aide who broke lockdown rules means 'more people will die' from the coronavirus, according to one of his own scientific advisers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Professor Stephen Reicher said Boris Johnson had "trashed" his own government's advice on the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

‘Botched PR exercise’: Scottish politicians react to ‘special’ press conference by special adviser Dominic Cummings

Scotland's politicians have had their say in response to the unprecedented press conference conducted by the Prime Minister's special adviser, Dominic Cummings.

'Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?': The British Press is divided over response to Dominic Cummings scandal with Guardian demanding blood while Times suggests aide's actions are 'not a cause for resignation'

Britain's newspapers are showing mixed views in response to Boris Johnson's backings of Dominic Cummings on Sunday night, while some call for the top aide to resign, others only call for a review.

The anti-establishment figure putting Boris Johnson at risk

Dominic Cummings is a divisive figure whose defiant nature may yet prove to be his downfall.

Daily Mail demand for Cummings to go poses challenge for UK PM

The Tory-backing newspaper is the latest to attack Boris Johnson’s aide. Such criticism will be harder to dismiss

UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrict

UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic.

UK's Johnson struggles to shift attention from aide's trip

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s plans to announce further lockdown-easing measures were being overshadowed Monday by an outcry over the movements of a senior aide who allegedly flouted restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic. Conservative leader Johnson is standing by adviser Dominic Cummings, who drove 250 miles (400 kms) from his London home …

'It's the Dominic Cummings lockdown tour 2020': No10 tweets reminder that Britons should 'keep 6ft apart from people you don’t live with'... sparking explosion of memes and ridicule

Furious Britons have mocked the Government for telling to keep their distance after Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his top aide for going to Durham in lockdown.

Boris Johnson defends UK adviser accused of violating quarantine while showing coronavirus symptoms

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, who said in a statement Monday that he did not regret driving 260 miles from London during the country’s coronavirus lockdown.

Sack Cummings – His Illegal & Irresponsible Actions Deserve Punishment

As I was writing this column the arrogant piece of work who leads the publicly funded gang of SPADS (Special Government Advisers) within Boris Johnson’s government has...

Furore rages on over UK PM's defence of top aide's lockdown breach

UK News: The opposition branded British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's defence of Cummings as an "insult" to all the sacrifices made by the British public duri

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

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

Scientists, JK Rowling pan UK PM for defending aide who broke lockdown rules

As the storm rose across Britain, including in usually Conservative supporting sections and tabloids, PM Boris Johnson insisted on Sunday evening that Cummings had done no wrong, defying many who sought the aide’s resignation.

Johnson backs senior adviser, risks party's wrath

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser Dominic Cummings.

UK Prime Minister’s Adviser to Make Rare Statement Amid Lockdown Trip Scandal – Reports

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Dominic Cummings, senior adviser to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, is set to make a rare statement and field journalists’ questions on Monday amid...

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

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

UK PM defiant as political scandal rages over aide

London, United Kingdom | AFP | British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday failed to draw a line under a scandal over his top aide Dominic Cummings allegedly breaching coronavirus rules as pressure mounted on the Brexit mastermind to go. Johnson faces the threat of his government’s authority being undermined in the heat of a health …

Europe’s elite skewered for lockdown double standards

UK government aide Dominic Cummings is not the only one feeling the heat for alleged lockdown indiscretions.

UK PM struggles to shift attention from coronavirus infected aide's trip

Johnson said Cummings “followed the instincts of every father and every parent,” traveling so that extended family could care for his 4-year-old son if he and his wife both fell ill.

Here's What Happened Today: Monday

Here’s what you need to know from today.

Black Country bishops condemn Government 'betrayal' of public

The Bishop of Wolverhampton has described Boris Johnson's backing of Dominic Cummings as a "betrayal" of those who have obeyed the strict lockdown laws during the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19 deaths top 4,000 in under-fire Sweden

LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s closest aide refused to resign on Monday, saying he had done nothing wrong by driving 250 miles from London to access childcare when Britons were being told to stay at home to fight COVID-19. Dominic Cummings has faced calls to quit from lawmakers, Church of England bishops, police officers and scientists over his trip to County

Virus Outbreak Britain

British leader Boris Johnson’s powerful chief aide insisted Monday that he wouldn't resign for driving the length of England while the country was under strict lockdown — a trip he made without informing the prime minister first. The government is facing a tide of anger from politicians and the

What the papers say – May 25

Dominic Cummings’ flouting of lockdown guidelines and Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s defence of his chief adviser lead the papers on Monday.The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Mr Cummings a “cheat” and Mr Johnson a “coward”.

What the papers say – May 25

The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.

What the papers say – May 25

The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.

What the papers say – May 25

The crisis at No 10 over Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson dominate the nation’s papers on Monday.

‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

‘What planet are they on?’ – Press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

‘What planet are they on?’ – UK press attacks Johnson and Cummings

Criticism has come from some unlikely sections of the national media over the crisis at No 10.

Boris Johnson faces sustained pressure to sack Dominic Cummings

It comes amid warnings that the Prime Minister’s chief adviser’s actions have ‘undermined’ efforts to fight coronavirus.

Timeline: How the Dominic Cummings controversy unfolded

Boris Johnson backed his top aide but there has been criticism from Tory MPs, opposition parties, scientists and even bishops.

"What planet are they on?" No respite for UK's Johnson and aide

London: Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings who is accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

UK PM Johnson backs key aide over lockdown breach claims

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday defied pressure from within his own party and backed top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown rules.

TripAdvisor flooded with fake Barnard Castle reviews after Dominic Cummings 'visit'

An ex-teacher's bombshell claim of having spotted Dominic Cummings allegedly breaking lockdown rules to visit Barnard Castle, in Country Durham, has led to a flurry of fake reviews online

UK leader's aide says he won't quit over lockdown road trip

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

Dominic Cummings: I don’t regret what I did

The Prime Minister’s chief adviser denied going back to Durham after returning to London on April 13, as has been reported.

‘What planet are they on?’ No respite for UK's Johnson and aide

Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced mutiny in his party and fury across Britain on Monday for refusing to sack his closest aide Dominic Cummings, accused of flouting the coronavirus lockdown by driving 250 miles from London.

UK PM Johnson's aide Cummings says should have explained trip earlier

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's close aide Dominic Cummings on Monday said he should have explained the circumstances of a 250 mile journey during lockdown earlier but that his decision to take the trip had not been a mistake.

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

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

Hong Kong security law: What is it and is it worrying?

A simple guide to the new national security law China has proposed in Hong Kong and why it matters.

U.S Condemning China's Push for New Security Law in Hong Kong

The United States is condemning China's push to impose a new security law on Hong Kong, with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo saying if the law passes it would be a death knell for the territory's autonomy. VOA's Diplomatic Correspondent Cindy Saine has the story

Official: U.S. might sanction China over Hong Kong security law

The U.S. is likely to impose sanctions against China if it enacts a new national security law that would erode Hong Kong's autonomy, White House National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien said Sunday. The legislation, announced last week during China's National People's Congress, will allow Beijing to take over in Hong Kong, O'Brien said. That would make it unlikely that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo could certify that the city, a former British colony, had a "high degree" of autonomy, which would result in sanctions against China under the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019, O'Brien said. The comments came as thousands of people gathered in Hong Kong streets to protest the proposed security law, and Hong Kong police fired tear gas to disperse the crowds. Read more at CNBC. Harold Maass

Official: U.S. might sanction China over Hong Kong security law

The U.S. is likely to impose sanctions against China if it enacts a new national security law that would erode Hong Kong's autonomy, White House National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien said Sunday.The legislation, announced last week during China's National People's Congress, will allow

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

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

China could face sanctions over Hong Kong national security law: White House

The national security adviser warned that the Trump administration could slap sanctions on China’s ruling Communist Party over the harsh new security laws it plans to impose on Hong Kong, as

Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan

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

Hong Kong police embrace China’s security law plan

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

Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan

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

Hong Kong police embrace China's security law plan

Hong Kong's security chief on Monday welcomed China's plans to impose a national security law on the financial hub, saying it was needed to defeat "terrorism" and calls for independence. Beijing

China's proposed national security law should be on G7 agenda: Former Hong Kong governor

The United Kingdom should ensure that China's efforts to impose a new national security law on Hong Kong are on the agenda for the G7 meeting in ...

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

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

Thousands protest in Hong Kong over security law proposal

HONG KONG, China (AFP) — Police fired tear gas and water cannons at thousands of Ho...

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

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

Beijing seeks to reassure business over Hong Kong security law

But investors fret about threat to city’s autonomy from law that has sparked new pro-democracy protests

Hong Kong law society condemns attack on lawyer during China security law protest

HONG KONG: The Law Society of Hong Kong has strongly condemned an assault on a lawyer during Sunday's (May 24) protest against a controversial ...

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

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

Hong Kong security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as China security laws loom

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

Hong Kong security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'

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

Hong Kong security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'

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

China warns U.S. of retaliation if punished for Hong Kong law

Washington has said the law could cost the city its preferential U.S. trading status

China threatens U.S. countermeasures if punished for Hong Kong law

China plans to impose a national security law on the city's financial hub, with the Hong Kong security chief backing it as needed in defeating 'terrorism'

China threatens U.S. with countermeasures if punished for Hong Kong law

China on Monday threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on Hong Kong, that the business hub's security chief hailed as a new tool that would defeat "terrorism". Beijing plans to pass a new security law for Hong Kong…

WATCH | Protesters in Hong Kong rally against proposed controversial security law

Pro-democracy supporters in Hong Kong have criticised the national security law and say it goes against the “one country, two systems” framework.

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

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

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

BEIJING (Reuters) - China warned on Monday that it will take countermeasures if the United States insists on undermining its interests regarding Hong Kong, following the latest comments from Washington about possible sanctions over new national security legislation for the city.

China says to take action if US undermines its interests in Hong Kong

China warned on Monday that it will take countermeasures if the United States insists on undermining its interests regarding Hong Kong, following the latest comments from Washington about possible sanctions over new national security legislation for the city.

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

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

China Says Hong Kong Judiciary to Stay Independent Under New Law

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

180 arrested in fresh weekend protests over national security law in Hong Kong

Protesters returned to the streets Sunday as thousands turned out to decry Beijing's planned national security for Hong Kong At least 180 people were arrested in Causeway Bay and Wan Chai for offenses including participating in an authorized...

Japan airs strong concern after Hong Kong rally over security law

Japan is watching the situation in Hong Kong "with strong concern" after demonstrators took to the streets to protest China's plan to enact a controversial security law, the top government spokesman said Monday. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga told a press conference that a free and open system ought to…

China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law

China on Monday threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on Hong Kong, that the business hub’s security chief hailed as a new tool that would defeat “terrorism”.

China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law

Hong Kong has become the latest flashpoint in soaring tensions between the world's two superpowers which China has likened to 'the brink of a new Cold War'.

China threatens US counter measures if punished for Hong Kong law

HONG KONG: China on Monday (May 25) threatened counter measures against the United States if it was punished for plans to impose a sedition law on ...

Chinese officials defend controversial Hong Kong security laws as necessary against 'terrorism'

The new laws have sparked protests.

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

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

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

China's foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city's security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

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

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

Hong Kong's security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism' as national laws loom

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

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

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

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

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

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

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

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

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

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

Beijing has warned the US that it will take "every necessary measure" to protect its interests after a top White House advisor warned

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

US national security advisor Robert O'Brien warned Sunday that the new law could cost the city the preferential trading status it enjoys with the United States, the world's largest economy.

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

China warns US of countermeasures over Hong Kong trading threats

Hong Kong and China’s National People’s Congress: The danger of a new cold war

As China gears up to sink its claws deeper into Hong Kong, the world weighs up how best to respond. The pro-democracy movement also has some hard choices to make.

China media seize on video of Hong Kong protesters beating lawyer

Video shot on Sunday shows a man with blood on his face scrambling to escape some half a dozen protesters who were kicking and hitting him with umbrellas

China official in Hong Kong says some protest acts "terrorist in nature"

Xie Feng, commissioner of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong, made his remarks during a speech on proposed national security legislation in Hong Kong, in which he sought to reassure foreign investors they would not be affected.

Hong Kong standoff leaves U.S. and China on "brink of new Cold War"

Beijing bristles as U.S. officials join global chorus backing huge protests against perceived power-grab by China over semi-autonomous region.

180 Arrested in Hong Kong Protests Against Chinese Takeover

Thousands of protesters filled the streets of Hong Kong on Sunday to denounce Beijing’s plan to impose a draconian national security law.

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

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

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

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

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest

China's foreign minister said that implementing anti-sedition laws in Hong Kong is now a "pressing obligation."

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest

Critics worry that the new laws could hurt Hong Kong's independence and the city's position as a financial center.

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong ‘without delay’ as thousands take to the streets in protest

As protests continued in Hong Kong, China pledged to impose new national security laws on the city “without the slightest delay,” reported Lily Kuo at The Guardian.

HK Secretary for Security and six disciplinary forces support national security law in HK

Hong Kong's Secretary for Security and six disciplinary forces have pledged their full support for the national legislature's deliberation on national security legislation for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).

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

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

China to ‘firmly’ retaliate against possible US sanctions over national security law: FM spokesperson

China said on Monday that it would take “all necessary measures” to firmly counter and retaliate against the US’ threatened sanctions over a national security law for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), lambasting the US for blatant interference in China’s internal affairs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

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Hong Kong Police fires tear gas as protesters resist China's grip, launch first major demonstration after COVID-19 outbreak

Thousands of protesters swarmed some of Hong Kong’s busiest neighbourhoods on Sunday, singing, chanting and erecting roadblocks of torn-up bricks and debris as police repeatedly fired tear gas, pepper spray and a water cannon during the city’s largest street mobilisation in month

Fear-mongering over national security law unfounded

Many foreign officials and media outlets have rushed to claim Hong Kong's status as a global financial hub has ended due to the impending National Security Law, with unsubstantiated reports of capital flight, but the move of the legislation is actually a boost to the business environment in the long-run.

Rioters resume protests against national security law in 'deathbed struggle'

Various black-clad protesters descended into the streets of Hong Kong on Sunday, taking part in illegal protests, defying the proposed national security law, claiming it erodes the

HK security, police chiefs warn of growing 'terrorism'

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

Crackdown as HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'

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

Why the White House Threatened to Impose Sanctions Against China

Wow.

China media seize on video of HK protesters beating lawyer

HONG KONG, May 25 — Video of Hong Kong protesters beating a lawyer was seized on by China's state media today, becoming a propaganda blow for the city's pro-democracy movement. The assault took place yesterday during a rally against a controversial security law proposed by Beijing that was broken...

Terrorism growing in HK: Police

'In just a few months, one of the safest cities in the world has become one shrouded in the shadow of violence'

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

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

Hong Kong police embrace China’s security law plan

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

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

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

Hong Kong and Beijing officials defend security laws, citing threat of terrorism

HONG KONG (Reuters) - China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong and the city’s security chief on Monday defended proposed national security laws by describing some acts in mass pro-democracy protests last year as terrorism.

Beijing says it will unilaterally impose national laws in Hong Kong 'without delay' as thousands take to the streets in protest

Critics worry that the new laws could hurt Hong Kong's independence and the city's position as a financial center.

Biden Can Beat Trump … if He Doesn’t Blow It

Joe being stuck at home during an election year may turn out to be a good thing.

Joe Biden Calls Out Donald Trump, Says Being President Is About “More Than Tweeting From Your Golf Cart”

In a tweet posted on Sunday evening, former Vice-President and presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden called out President Donald Trump saying, “The presidency is about a lot more than ...

Joe Biden appears in public for first time in months at veterans memorial

Former Vice President Joe Biden left home for the first time in months on Monday to lay a wreath at a veterans memorial near his home in Delaware. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee,

Joe Biden, wearing a mask, makes first campaign stop in months

Former vice president Joe Biden has made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago.

Carville: 'American People Are Turning' on Trump by the Day -- 'Joe Biden Is Fine'

Sunday on MSNBC's "Kasie DC," Democratic strategist James Carville weighed in on the 2020 presidential election following Democratic presidential nominee frontrunner former Vice President Joe Biden catching flak this week for telling African-American President Donald Trump voters that they "ain't black." | Clips

Biden re-emerges

Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Joe Biden emerges from coronavirus lockdown

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden emerged from his Delaware home on Monday and made his first in-person appearance in more than two months to mark the Memorial Day holiday in the United States by laying a wreath at a veterans' park near his home.

Trump vastly outspending Biden in presidential campaign ad wars

President Trump’s campaign has outspent Democratic challenger Joe Biden's by nearly a three-to-one margin since the general election campaign got underway a month-and-a-half ago.

Joe Biden made his first appearance outside of his home in two months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware

Former Vice President Joe Biden honored veterans on Memorial Day in an event which saw him appear outside his home for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic shut down the US in March.

Joe Biden made his first appearance outside of his home in two months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware

Biden and his wife, Jill, wore black face masks in their first public appearance during the coronavirus pandemic.

Joe Biden made his first appearance outside of his home in two months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware

Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made a public appearance outside of his home for the first time in over two months on Monday to observe Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware.

Trump’s And Biden’s Memorial Day Events Highlight Starkly Different Campaign Tones

The president’s raucous Baltimore visit coincided with the former vice president’s somber wreath laying.

Trump hits Biden and Obama in defense of his golfing

President Trump on Monday resumed his attacks aimed at former Vice President Joe Biden and former President Obama, a day after Biden slammed him on Twitter for golfing as the coronavirus pandemic

Why is Trump so restrained about the Biden sexual assault allegation?

The president rarely misses a chance to sling mud but he has been uncharacteristically quiet about Tara Reade’s claimSometimes Donald Trump portrays his election rival, Joe Biden, as a sleepy geriatric who should be in a care home because “he doesn’t know he’s alive”. At others, the president speaks

Biden set to make risky economic argument against Trump

Joe Biden is taking on President Trump over the economy.

Trump Fires Back After Biden Ad Attacks Him For Golfing During Pandemic

President Trump defended himself and lashed out at former Vice President Joe Biden, the likely Democratic nominee, after the Biden campaign released an ad criticizing Trump for golfing over the weekend, as the country approaches 100,000 coronavirus deaths.

Trump slams Biden ad critical of golf outing

President Trump late Sunday lashed out at Joe Biden after the likely Democrat nominee criticized his golf outing earlier in the day as the country approaches 100,000 coronavirus deaths.

Joe Biden -- the perverted Magic Eight Ball that is always wrong

As President Trump has been saying for years now,

Out of the house: Biden makes first public campaign stop in weeks

 Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veteran's

Joe Biden wears face mask in his first public appearance in two months

US president Donald Trump has so far refused to wear a face mask in public.

Out of the house: Democrat Biden makes first campaign stop in weeks

NEW CASTLE, Delaware (Reuters) - Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veteran’s memorial to mark the U.S. Memorial Day holiday.

Biden makes first public appearance in months on Memorial Day

Former Vice President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day on Monday by participating in a wreath-laying ceremony at a local veteran’s memorial near his Delaware home, in what was his first time in public

Memorial Day: Biden wears face mask for first public appearance in 10 weeks but Trump refuses to

Joe Biden has appeared in public for the first time in more than two months to mark Memorial Day.In contrast to Donald Trump who has not worn masks during public appearances, both Mr Biden and his wife Jill Biden wore black face masks to lay a wreath a memorial for World War II and Korean War veterans

Joe Biden wears mask in 1st public appearance since March

Biden is back. Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance since mid-March as he visited a veterans memorial in Delaware, notably clad in a mask. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee laid a wreath in honor of Memorial Day, alongside his wife, Jill Biden, who also wore a mask. Biden's choice to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendation to wear a mask during the coronavirus pandemic is in stark contrast to President Donald Trump, who often refuses to wear masks in public, fearful that he'd look ridiculous. Biden's first outing in two months may serve as a trial run for public events, reports The Associated Press, suggesting he won't spend the remaining five months until the election campaigning from home. While advisers hope to resume campaign activities eventually, they intend to do so "when safety allows, and we will not do that a day sooner," said Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon. Taylor Watson

Joe Biden wears mask in 1st public appearance since March

Biden is back.Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance since mid-March as he visited a veterans memorial in Delaware, notably clad in a mask. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee laid a wreath in honor of Memorial Day, alongside his wife, Jill Biden, who also

Black Voices for Trump Panel Sounds Off on Biden's Outrageous Remarks

When former Vice President Joe Biden told radio host Charlamagne tha God that he "ain't black" if he votes to re-elect President Trump, black voters were rightly offended.

'Feels good to be out of my house': Biden lays Memorial Day wreath in Delaware

Wearing face mask, former vice-president takes break from two months of isolation

Biden makes first in-person appearance in more than 2 months

NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) — Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Biden Lays Memorial Wreath in First Public Event Since Virus

Joe Biden emerged Monday from his stay-at-home lockdown after more than 10 weeks to mark Memorial Day with a tribute to veterans.

Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months, lays wreath at veterans park

Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Joe Biden Appears In Public For 1st Time In Two Months–Wearing A Face Mask

This is the first time the former vice president has appeared in public since mid-March.

Joe Biden made his first appearance outside his home in 2 months to honor Memorial Day at a veterans park in Delaware, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

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Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

NEW CASTLE, Del. >> Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months today as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months

Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park near his Delaware home.

Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months

Biden and his wife, Jill, laid a wreath of white flowers tied with a white bow and bowed their heads in silence at the park.

Joe Biden questions my blackness one moment, defends racist 1994 crime bill the next

These are not gaffes. Democrats like Joe Biden are running scared because the Trump administration has been good for African Americans.

Biden attends Memorial Day ceremony, first time leaving home in two months

Leaving his home in Wilmington, Delaware for his first public trip anywhere since the coronavirus pandemic shuttered much of the country two months ago, former Vice President Joe Biden and his wife Jill made an unannounced visit on Monday to attend a Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony.

Out of the house: Democrat Biden makes first public appearance in weeks

NEW CASTLE, Delaware (Reuters) - Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday made his first public appearance outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago, visiting a nearby veterans memorial to mark the U.S. Memorial Day holiday.

Lisa Boothe: How can Biden staffers run presidential campaign 'when they can't even run a virtual rally?'

Fox News contributor Lisa Boothe told "The Next Revolution" Sunday that the new digital effort likely to be a vital part of the 2020 race will "certainly benefit" the Trump campaign as Joe Biden trails the president's team on the online battleground.

Biden leaves home to make 1st in-person appearance in 2 months

Since abruptly canceling a March 10 rally in Cleveland at the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee has waged much of his campaign from his home in Wilm...

Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots

Biden is sharpening his tone, still pitching consensus but touting a “bold agenda” aimed at mollifying progressives who remain skeptical he will deliver enough on health care, student loan debts and the climate crisis.

Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots

Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.

Byron York: Biden facing even more pressure on VP pick after 'you ain't black' remark

The Washington Examiner’s Byron York said on Monday that presumptive 2020 Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is facing even more pressure to pick a woman of color as his running mate after his gaffe about black Trump supporters.

Donald Trump spends Memorial Day weekend attacking female opponents and golfing

'Presidency is about a lot more than tweeting from your golf cart,' Trump's likely opponent in the 2020 election, Joe Biden, said.

Trump visits one of his private golf courses for first time in 75 days

The president's visit to Trump National Golf Club in Virginia comes as the White House is pushing states to lift stay-at-home orders and for the economy to reopen.

If The NBA Can Thrive Under A “Bubble,” Why Not The Presidential Election?

Joe Biden should place the ten-or-so women associated with his vice presidential search under a "bubble" in Las Vegas or Orlando – or some other city in some swing state where they could engage in what, in effect, would be a really awful version of television’s "Survivor" series.

2020 Watch: Differing views on remaking post-virus economy

Presidential politics move fast. What we’re watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign:

2020 Watch: Differing views on remaking post-virus economy

WASHINGTON (AP) — Presidential politics move fast. What we’re watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign: Days to general election: 162 ___ THE NARRATIVE As some parts...

Joe Biden, wearing a mask, makes first campaign stop in months

Former vice president Joe Biden has made his first campaign trip outside his Delaware home since quarantining himself due to the coronavirus pandemic 10 weeks ago.

Joe Biden made his first appearance outside his home in 2 months to honor Memorial Day at a Delaware veterans park

Biden and his wife, Jill, wore black face masks in their first public appearance during the coronavirus pandemic.

Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots

Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.

Biden aims to move left without abandoning centrist roots

Calls for pragmatic centrism helped Joe Biden clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. But they left many of the party’s strongest liberals worried little progress would be made toward their sweeping goals.

Joe Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months, lays wreath at veterans park

Joe Biden made his first in-person appearance in more than two months on Monday as he marked Memorial Day by laying a wreath at a veterans park.

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern keeps cool as earthquake strikes during TV interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was largely unphased when an earthquake struck during a live TV interview Monday morning. “We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here, Ryan,” Ardern

Unmoved by earthquake, New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern carries on with TV interview

Jacinda Ardern interrupted Newshub host Ryan Bridge to tell him what was happening at the parliament complex in the capital, Wellington.

Jacinda Ardern calmly continues interview during earthquake in New Zealand

An earthquake that struck near the New Zealand capital city of Wellington while Prime Minister Ja...

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern Keeps Calm As Earthquake Hits While On TV

The New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been going viral (again) - this time after an earthquake struck.

'Quite a Decent Shake' : Earthquake interrupts New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern's TV interview

The prime minister was speaking to a morning news program from Parliament in Wellington

Jacinda Ardern keeps her cool as earthquake hits New Zealand during live interview

The 5.8 magnitude quake hit Wellington as New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was in the middle of a live broadcast. She calmly continued with the interview as the camera and other things shook around her.

Earthquake during live interview: How New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern kept calm

‘We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here Ryan, quite a decent shake here.’

'We're just having a bit of an earthquake here': New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern was unfazed when an earthquake hit during a live interview

Prime Minister Jacinda Adern was speaking live on TV in Wellington when a 5.8 magnitude earthquake felt by almost 40,000 people hit near Levin.

‘We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here’: New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern was unfazed when an earthquake hit during a live interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern appeared unflustered as she was interrupted by an earthquake during a live TV interview on Monday morning.

Groundbreaking TV? Earthquake hits during Jacinda Ardern interview

An earthquake hit as New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern was being interviewed live on TV.

'We're just having a bit of an earthquake here' — New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern in quake on live TV

‘Quite A Decent Shake Here’

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern stays cool as earthquake hits during live interview

Poised as always.

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern unruffled as earthquake hits mid-interview

WELLINGTON:  An earthquake struck near New Zealand's capital on Monday (May 25) morning, shaking many residents including Prime Minister Jacinda ...

New Zealand PM Ardern’s response to earthquake goes viral

New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Arden went viral Monday over the composure she kept during an earthquake on live television.

Jacinda Ardern Didn’t Miss A Beat When Her Live Interview Was Interrupted By An Earthquake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern kept her cool when an earthquake hit during a live television interview she was conducting.

New Zealand earthquake: PM Jacinda Ardern live on TV in Wellington as North Island hit

Leader says she can feel ‘quite a decent shake here’ as the 5.8 quake strikes during a live interview

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

Jacinda Ardern's Live TV Interview Interrupted By Earthquake: ‘Quite A Decent Shake Here’

'I’m not under any hanging lights and I look like I am in a structurally strong place.'

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

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

New Zealand's PM Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was undaunted by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.

'We're having a bit of an earthquake – we're fine.' Is Jacinda Ardern unshakeable?

The New Zealand prime minister has calmly steered her country in the face of a massacre, an eruption, and a pandemic. Now she is laughing in the face of seismic shakes

NZ PM Jacinda Ardern Continues Interview Despite 5.8M Earthquake, Twitter Calls Her ‘Unshakable’

Wow

NZ's Jacinda Ardern Turns Heads as She Doesn’t Bat an Eye When Caught by Earthquake During Interview

In a video from this past weekend, New Zealand’s PM is seen talking to an AM Show host, when furniture and decor items just behind her back began to visibly shake for...

'We're just having a bit of an earthquake here': New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern was unfazed when an earthquake hit during a live interview, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Prime Minister Jacinda Adern was speaking live on TV in Wellington when a 5.8 magnitude earthquake felt by almost 40,000 people hit near Levin.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

‘Quite a decent shake’: quake interrupts Jacinda Ardern’s TV interview

A sizable earthquake struck New Zealand on Monday, shaking Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern during a live television interview, but failing to cause major damage or disrupt Ardern’s calm demeanour.

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

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

Rosanna Arquette: Coronavirus Will Kill 'Millions' Because New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern Isn't Leading U.S.

Actress Rosanna Arquette says removing "fascist" lawmakers from government will be one outcome from the Chinese coronavirus pandemic in the U.S., where she says the death toll will eventually rise to millions.

PM Jacinda Ardern reveals move to gatherings of 100 under alert level 2

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has revealed the government plans to allow gatherings of up to 100 from midday on Friday, 29 May.

New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake

Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.

New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview on Monday morning.

New Zealand PM unfazed as earthquake hits during interview

Jacinda Ardern impressed viewers when she barely skipped a beat.

New Zealand Prime Minister continues interview during 5.8 magnitude earthquake

An earthquake that hit New Zealand on Monday physically shook Prime Minister Jacinda Adern during a live television interview.

New Zealand PM calm as earthquake strikes during live TV interview

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview. During the interview with New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview.

New Zealand PM unruffled as earthquake hits mid-interview

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

WATCH: New Zealand PM's epic reaction while earthquake strikes during her live interview

The capital city and its nearby areas were shaken up by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake while Ardern's live interview was underway.

New Zealand PM carries on with TV interview during quake

Rest of World News: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview Monday morning. She inter

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

WELLINGTON, New Zealand - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview Monda

‘Things moving behind me’: New Zealand PM continues TV interview as quake strikes

Monday’s magnitude 5.6 quake struck in the ocean about 100 kilometers (62 miles) northeast of Wellington, according to the US Geological Survey.

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

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

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

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

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

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

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

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

Jacinda’s ‘decent shake’ hits NZ

The PM was speaking to a morning news program from parliament when the magnitude-5.8 earthquake struck just before 8am

New Zealand eases coronavirus curbs on public gatherings

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand is easing back curbs on the size of gatherings to 100 people from 10, as it relaxes measures to limit the spread of the coronavirus, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Monday.

Earthquake Hits, NZ PM's Reaction Caught On Cam

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

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.

New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.

Jacinda Ardern's Live TV Interview Interrupted By Earthquake: ‘Quite A Decent Shake Here’

'I’m not under any hanging lights and I look like I am in a structurally strong place.'

New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake

Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.

New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake

Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.

'We're just having a bit of an earthquake here': New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern was unfazed when an earthquake hit during a live interview

Prime Minister Jacinda Adern was speaking live on TV in Wellington when a 5.8 magnitude earthquake felt by almost 40,000 people hit near Levin.

New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview

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

New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview

Wellington: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.

Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from North Carolina

U.S. President Donald Trump warns that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event..

Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from North Carolina

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event faces state social distancing restrictions as a result of the coronavirus.

Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from North Carolina

US President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event ...

Donald Trump Threatens to Move Republican Convention from North Carolina

President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina.

Trump wants Republican National Convention to stay in North Carolina

President Trump said Monday that he’d like the Republican National Convention to remain in North Carolina — despite noting headwinds from Democrats who lead state and local governments — and

Trump warns he may move Republican convention site from NC

WASHINGTON, May 25 — US President Donald Trump warned today that he may move the Republican National Convention from North Carolina set for August if the event faces state social distancing restrictions as a result of the coronavirus. The coronavirus pandemic has forced Trump and presumptive...

Trump Threatens To Move Republican Convention If North Carolina Doesn’t Reopen

The president wants to see “thousands of enthusiastic Republicans” in Charlotte, North Carolina at the end of August.

Trump threatens to pull Republican convention out of North Carolina

US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina unless the state's Democratic governor guarantees he will swiftly lift restrictions on large gatherings of people during the coronavirus pandemic. "Unfortunately, Democrat Governor

Trump threatens to move Republican National Convention out of North Carolina unless ‘full attendance’ allowed

Trump’s tweets about the RNC, planned for Charlotte, come just two days after North Carolina recorded its largest daily increase in positive coronavirus cases yet

Trump threatens to move Republican convention if North Carolina won't allow packed arena

President targets Democratic governor days after state’s highest daily increase in coronavirus cases

Trump threatens to move Republican convention if North Carolina won't allow packed arena

President targets Democratic governor days after state’s highest daily increase in coronavirus cases * Coronavirus – latest global updatesDonald Trump has threatened to move the Republican party’s national convention from Charlotte, North Carolina, if the state is unable to commit to “full attendance

Trump: We will move Republican convention unless crowds allowed

President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state's Democratic governor does not immediately sign off on allowing a full-capacity gathering in August despite the continuing coronavirus pandemic.

Trump threatens to move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions

Trump threatens to move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions

Trump threatens to move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention set for August from North Carolina if the event faces state social distancing restrictions due to the coronavirus.

Trump warns he may move Republican convention over COVID-19 restrictions

U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Monday that he may move the Republican National Convention set for August from North Carolina if the event faces state social distancing restrictions due to the coronavirus. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced Trump and presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden to halt campaign rallies. Some…

Trump threatens to find new GOP convention site if North Carolina governor won't allow full attendance

President Trump warned Monday that planners would be "reluctantly forced" to find a new site for the Republican National Convention if North Carolina's governor can't guarantee the party will be allowed "full attendance" at the event currently planned in the state's largest city. 

Trump Rules Out Moving Republican Convention To His Golf Resort, After Threatening Move From North Carolina

The president wants to see “thousands of enthusiastic Republicans” in Charlotte, North Carolina at the end of August.

Trump denies interest in moving Republican National Convention to Doral property

President Trump on Monday denied any suggestion that he might want to hold this summer’s Republican National Convention at his resort in Doral, Fla., following his threat to move the convention from North Carolina if that state’s governor can’t guarantee the party will be allowed “full attendance” at the event.

Trump threatens to move GOP convention over North Carolina's coronavirus restrictions

President Trump warned Monday that the Republican Party could seek to move its 2020 convention if North Carolina Gov.

US Vice President Pence Repeats Trump's Threat to Move GOP Convention From N Carolina

US President Donald Trump said on Memorial Day that he is considering moving the Republican National Convention, set for 24 to 27 August, from North Carolina if the...

Donald Trump threatens to move the GOP convention out of Charlotte due to Covid-19 restrictions

US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to move the Republican convention out of Charlotte in North Carolina if its Democratic Governor did not remove the restrictions on social distancing measures which are in force due to coronavirus pandemic.

Trump threatens to move RNC out of North Carolina over coronavirus restrictions

President Trump in a series of tweets Monday morning threatened to pull the 2020 Republican National Convention out of North Carolina. Trump tweeted that North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) is "still in shutdown mood" and said he would be forced to move the convention if not "immediately" given an answer as to whether coronavirus restrictions will be lifted, allowing "full attendance" in the Spectrum Center arena in Charlotte. Trump's tweets "blindsided" those involved in planning the convention, set to be held in late August, CNN reports. The Spectrum Center arena has a capacity of more than 17,500 people. Vice President Mike Pence reiterated Trump's comments Monday, telling Fox News he looks forward to a swift response from Cooper, and "if need be, moving the national convention to a state that is farther along on reopening and can say with confidence that we can gather there." I love the Great State of North Carolina, so much so that I insisted on having the Republican National Convention in Charlotte at the…

Trump threatens to move RNC without assurances from N.C. governor

Trump's tweets about the RNC, planned for Charlotte, come just two days after North Carolina recorded its largest daily increase in positive cases yet.

Trump threatens to move RNC without assurances from governor

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state's Democratic governor doesn't immediately sign off on allowing a full-capacity gathering in August despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Trump threatens to move RNC without assurances from governor

President Donald Trump threatened Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state's Democratic governor doesn't immediately sign off on allowing a full-capacity gathering in August despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.Trump's tweets about the upcoming RNC in Charlotte come two days after North Carolina's largest daily increase in virus cases yet.On Friday, Gov. Roy Cooper moved the state into a second reopening phase by loosening restrictions on hair salons, barbers and restaurants. But he said the state must move cautiously, and he kept indoor entertainment venues, gyms and bars closed.“Unfortunately, Democrat Governor, @RoyCooperNC is still in Shutdown mood & unable to guaran

Pence: We Will Move RNC Convention to a More Open State 'if Needs Be'

On Monday, President Donald Trump put out a series of tweets pointing to North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper's (D) uncertainty about how much longer his state will be shut down due to the coronavirus, which could cause issues with Charlotte hosting the Republican National Convention in August. | Clips

Trump demands immediate answer from governor on RNC capacity

President Donald Trump demanded Monday that North Carolina's Democratic governor sign off “immediately” on allowing the Republican National Convention to move forward in August with full attendance despite the ongoing...

Trump demands immediate answer from governor on RNC capacity

President Trump is demanding that North Carolina’s governor sign off on allowing the Republican National Convention to move forward with full attendance despite the ongoing pandemic.

President Trump threatens to pull RNC from NC, says Gov. Roy Cooper 'in shutdown mood'

President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to pull the RNC from Charlotte, North Carolina if Governor Roy Cooper doesn't guarantee that full attendance will be allowed at the arena.

President Trump threatens to pull RNC from NC, says Gov. Roy Cooper 'in shutdown mood'

President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to pull the Republican National Convention from North Carolina if Governor Roy Cooper doesn't guarantee that full attendance will be allowed in the arena.

Trump threatens to pull RNC from Charlotte if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’

President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.

The GOP Convention Is Facing a Potential Shakeup

The 2020 Republican National Convention is slated to take place in Charlotte, North Carolina from August 24th to 27th, less than one week after the Democratic National Convention is scheduled to take place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Without full capacity, Trump threatens to pull GOP meeting from NC

President Donald Trump threatened Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state’s Democratic governor doesn’t immediately sign off on allowing a f...

Trump ‘would like’ RNC to stay in Charlotte despite threatening to pull if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’

President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.

Trump And Pence Threaten To Yank RNC Out NC If Guv Doesn’t Allow Full Attendance At Event

President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence are holding the upcoming Republican National Convention (RNC) hostage to force North...

Trump demands immediate answer from governor on RNC capacity

President Trump is demanding that North Carolina’s governor sign off on allowing the Republican National Convention to move forward with full attendance despite the ongoing pandemic.

How Yogi Adityanath’s Migrant Commission will turn saviour for workers in Uttar Pradesh – 5 points

Uttar Pradesh Migrant Commission initiative: In the wake of reports of mounting troubles for migrant workers across the country during COVID-19 pandemic, Yogi Adityanath government in UP has decided to set up a Commission for migrant labourers who have returned to the state.

Uttar Pradesh looks to provide employment, insurance to migrant workers

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

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

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

If States Want UP’s Migrant Workers Back, They’ll Have To Seek Our Permission: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

More than 23 lakh migrant workers have returned to UP from various parts of the country.

Uttar Pradesh releases skill map of migrant workers

State government says it will provide them jobs as per their skills, experience.

States wanting migrants from Uttar Pradesh will need to seek permission from UP govt: CM Yogi Adityanath

Facing flak from different quarters over the plight of the migrant workers returning home from other parts of the country, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, in an apparent bid to douse

States wanting migrants from Uttar Pradesh may soon need to seek permission as CM Yogi Adityanath moots 2-point strategy

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

3 states finalising databases for benefit of migrant workers

The migrant commission announced by the Uttar Pradesh government will map skills of workers who have returned to the state, providing data to employment exchanges while also providing workers social security measures like insurance.

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

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

UP CM Yogi Adityanath’s decision on other states needing UP govt nod to employ its migrant workers is harmful, hurried, says BSP

Yogi Adityanath government had said that states seeking to employ workers from Uttar Pradesh in future will need to take the state government's permission. 

Uttar Pradesh govt completes skill mapping of 14.75 lakh migrants

The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has completed the task of skill mapping of 14.75 lakh migrant workers who have returned

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

Ensure no migrant goes hungry, walks back home: Capt to DCs

Asserting that it was Punjab Government’s duty to ensure that all migrants keen to go back home return to their native states safely, Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh on Sunday directed the Deputy Commissioners and district Police chiefs to ensure that no migrant is forced to walk home to any

UP CM Yogi Adityanath moots 2-point strategy for migrants

During an interaction with the RSS-affiliated publications 'Panchjanya' and 'Organiser' on Sunday, he said that as per feedback received from migrant workers who reached Uttar Pradesh, safeguarding their rights should get utmost attention and importance.

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

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

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

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

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

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

CM Yogi has Accused many States for Ignoring UP Migrants -

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who has given his wealth to migrant workers who have returned to Uttar Pradesh from other

Watch: Jhansi Police Distributes Toys To Kids Of Migrant Workers, Health Minister Lauds the Sweet Gesture

Jhansi Police on Sunday distributed toys among the children of migrant workers at the Uttar Pradesh –Madhya Pradesh border

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

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

UP To Set Up Migration Commission To Employ Returnee Migrants

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

Migrants account for 60% of active Covid cases in UP

India News: Uttar Pradesh's Covid-19 cases crossed the 6,500-mark, with 229 fresh cases being reported in the past 24 hours. The state also recorded eight deaths,

Priyanka questions U.P. CM’s claim on COVID-19 among migrants

Yogi Adityanath had claimed that 75% of workers who returned from Maharashtra and 50% from Delhi were infected

UP comes up with 2-pronged strategy to help migrants

PTI Lucknow In a two-pronged strategy to help migrant workers, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up a Migration Commission for their employm

Over 15 Lakh Migrants Returned To UP In 1,174 Trains So Far: Official

Over 15 lakh stranded migrant workers have returned to Uttar Pradesh from different parts of the country on board 1,174 trains till now, a senior state government official said in Lucknow on Monday.

Migrants choosing to stay back after opening of industries

With Punjab industries gradually oiling its machinery to go full throttle amidst the Covid-19 scare, about 50 percent of the migrant labourers, who have registered at the state’s web portal to return to their native towns, have decided to stay back. Every day, the number of migrants going back

3,060 Special Trains Ferried Around 40 Lakh Migrants Since May 1: Railways

The Railways has ferried around 40 lakh migrant workers on board 3,060 ''Shramik Special'' trains since May 1, according to official data.

UP plans migration commission to help find jobs for workers returning home

Yogi Adityanath said other states will need permission from the UP government if they want to make use of labourers from Uttar Pradesh.The UP government will offer training, along with an allowance, to migrant workers once the skill mapping is over

UP to set up ‘Migration Commission’

In order to provide jobs to the migrant workers coming home in large numbers from other states, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced to set up of a ‘Migration Commission’ that will work for their job security. The decision to set up the commission was taken in the Team 11 meeting chaired

UP government to set up migration panel to ensure job security

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

Fury over Ferry

During the four phases of lockdown, several State governments have had a tough time in handling the migrant issue.

UP: Yogi Govt Completes Skill Mapping Of 14.75 Lakh Migrant Workers 

The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has completed the task of skill mapping of 14.75 lakh migrant workers who have returned to the state during lockdown.

Donald Trump at Fort McHenry: 'We Are the Captains of Our Own Fate'

President Donald Trump celebrated Memorial Day on Monday at a special visit to Fort McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland.

Trump honours fallen soldiers on Memorial Day

The US president spoke at Fort McHenry in Baltimore after an earlier appearance at Arlington National Cemetery.

Donald Trump Slammed As ‘Grotesque And Disgraceful’ By Former GOP Strategist On Memorial Day

President Donald Trump received criticism from a former Republican strategist about his behavior on Memorial Day. Steve Schmidt — who served as a campaign strategist for former President George ...

Trump visits Arlington cemetery, Fort McHenry for Memorial Day as Baltimore mayor criticizes trip

President Trump was marking Memorial Day with appearances at Arlington National Cemetery and Baltimore’s historic Fort McHenry, honoring fallen military members while also sending a clear signal to the country that his agenda will be business-as-almost-usual amid the coronavirus pandemic. 

Trump doubles up with Maryland, Virginia Memorial Day events

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump booked back-to-back Memorial Day appearances despite the coronavirus pandemic, at Arlington National Cemetery and at a historic fort in Baltimore. Trump recently called Baltimore a “rat and rodent infested mess” and its mayor has suggested Trump stay home.

Trump marks Memorial Day at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Fort McHenry

President Trump marked Memorial Day on Monday, laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery before delivering remarks at Fort McHenry in Baltimore.

Trump lays wreath at Arlington Cemetery in Memorial Day ceremony

President Trump on Monday presented a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to commemorate Memorial Day. Trump crossed the Potomac River by motorcade to lead the solemn morning ceremony at

Memorial Day: Trump thanks service members fighting 'invisible enemy'

May 25 (UPI) -- In Memorial Day remarks, President Donald Trump recognized members of the U.S. National Guard and armed services on the front lines of the fight against the coronavirus pandemic battling an "invisible enemy."

Trump praises America’s ‘towering spirit’ in Memorial Day speech

President Trump likened the coronavirus pandemic to war during a Memorial Day visit to Fort McHenry in Maryland, saying the “towering spirit” that spurred American resistance to a British

Trump honours fallen

President Donald Trump honoured America’s fallen service members on Monday as he commemorated Memorial Day in back-to-back appearances in the midst of the pandemic.

Trump Visits Baltimore, Dismissing Mayor’s Concerns About Virus

President Donald Trump paid a controversial visit to Baltimore for a Memorial Day celebration on Monday, dismissing the mayor’s warnings to stay away from the city as it grapples with the pandemic.

Donald Trump Lays Wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

President Donald Trump recognized Memorial Day on Monday, laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Trump commemorates Memorial Day, defends decision to play golf

By David Shepardson and Jeff Mason ARLINGTON, Va./BALTIMORE (Reuters) - President Donald Trump paid tribute to fallen members of the American military on Monday to mark Memorial Day while defending his decision to spend most of the holiday weekend playing golf as the U.S.

Trump spends Memorial Day weekend golfing and insulting female politicians

President tweets and retweets personal attacks against Pelosi and Abrams as US approaches 100,000 coronavirus deaths

Donald Trump Fumes On Twitter As Media Slams Pandemic Golf Outing

US President Donald Trump on Monday fumed at negative media coverage of him playing golf over Memorial Day weekend, as the US death count from the coronavirus pandemic neared 100,000.

Trump honors fallen warriors at Memorial Day ceremonies, assures ‘we are the captains of our own fate’

President Trump on Monday visited Arlington National Cemetery and Baltimore’s historic Fort McHenry to honor fallen soldiers for Memorial Day as he touted America's long history of courage and fortitude in the face of adversity -- and sought to once more rally that national spirit in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. 

Trump honors fallen soldiers on Memorial Day in twin events | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BALTIMORE >> President Donald Trump honored America’s fallen service members today as he commemorated Memorial Day in back-to-back appearances in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

Donald Trump: Fake News Reporting My Golf Outings as 'Mortal Sin'

Donald Trump ripped corporate media on Monday for criticizing his pair of golf outings on Memorial Day during the coronavirus pandemic.

Trump fumes on Twitter as media slams pandemic golf outing

US President Donald Trump on Monday fumed at negative media coverage of him playing golf over Memorial Day weekend, as the US death toll from the coronavirus pandemic neared 100,000. “The Fake and Totally Corrupt News makes it sound like a mortal sin!” the golf-loving president said on Twitter, noting that the game at his […]

Trump fumes on Twitter as media slams pandemic golf outing

WASHINGTON, May 26 — US President Donald Trump yesterday fumed at negative media coverage of him playing golf over Memorial Day weekend, as the US death toll from the coronavirus pandemic neared 100,000. “The Fake and Totally Corrupt News makes it sound like a mortal sin!” the golf-loving...

Trump marks Memorial Day by defending his weekend of golfing as the US coronavirus death toll creeps toward 100,000

President Donald Trump on Monday lashed out at those who criticized him for playing golf over Memorial Day weekend as the US stood on the brink of 100,000 reported coronavirus deaths.

Trump marks Memorial Day by defending his weekend of golfing as the US coronavirus death toll creeps toward 100,000

Trump frequently criticized Obama for golfing while he was in the White House, but has not held himself to the same standard as president.

Trump marks Memorial Day by defending his weekend of golfing as the US coronavirus death toll creeps toward 100,000

As the US death toll from coronavirus crept toward 100,000, President Donald Trump spent his weekend golfing at Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia.

Trump honours war dead in events coloured by pandemic's threat

U.S. President Donald Trump honoured America's war dead Monday in back-to-back Memorial Day appearances coloured by an epic struggle off the battlefield, against the coronavirus.

Trump honours war dead in events colored by pandemic's threat

BALTIMORE — President Donald Trump honoured America’s war dead Monday in back-to-back Memorial Day appearances colored by an epic struggle off the battlefield, against the coronavirus.

Trump Pats Himself On The Back For Waiting Longer Than Usual To Visit His Golf Club

President Donald Trump was on the defensive on the morning of Memorial Day after he spent the weekend at his...

Trump marks Memorial Day by defending his weekend of golfing as the US coronavirus death toll creeps toward 100,000, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Trump frequently criticized Obama for golfing while he was in the White House, but has not held himself to the same standard as president.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Watch live: President, first lady attend wreath-laying ceremony

May 25 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump were scheduled to attend a Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.

The Hill's 12:30 Report - Presented by Facebook - Crowds return during Memorial Day weekend

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A tale of two Trumps

You have to admire US President Donald Trump's persistence. Almost 100,000 Americans have died under his watch in the last 100 days, and he is still boasting about his success and greatness.

Trump marks Memorial Day by defending his weekend of golfing as the US coronavirus death toll creeps toward 100,000

Trump frequently criticized Obama for golfing while he was in the White House, but has not held himself to the same standard as president.

Trump honours fallen soldiers on Memorial Day

The US president spoke at Fort McHenry in Baltimore after an earlier appearance at Arlington National Cemetery.

Trump honours fallen soldiers on Memorial Day

The US president spoke at Fort McHenry in Baltimore after an earlier appearance at Arlington National Cemetery.

Germany will take Lufthansa stake in landmark US$9.8B bailout

Germany will offer Deutsche Lufthansa AG a 9 billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) bailout that thrusts the state back into the heart of a company privatized with fanfare two decades ago.

Germany will take stake in Lufthansa in landmark $9.8-bn bailout deal

Government’s holding in the company, privatized with fanfare two decades ago, to start at 20% and could rise above 25%

German government agrees €9B Lufthansa bailout

The deal still needs to be approved by the European Commission’s competition team.

Germany set to take Lufthansa stake in landmark $9.8-billion bailout

The aid package involves taking an initial 20 per cent stake that could rise to a blocking minority of 25 per cent plus one share in the event of a hostile takeover, the carrier said on Monday.

Germany takes Lufthansa stake in landmark $15b bailout

The German government takes a 20 per cent stake in the struggling airline that has been battered by the pandemic.

German government takes 20% stake in $10B Lufthansa bailout

May 25 (UPI) -- Lufthansa Group announced Monday that the airline will receive a $10 billion bailout from Germany, giving the government a 20 precent stake in the company and two seats on the airline's board.

Berlin takes the controls at Lufthansa in €9B bailout

The largest aviation rescue in Europe is going to have to be approved by Brussels.

Lufthansa's US$9.8 billion bailout bogged down in talks with EU

Germany’s 9 billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) bailout of Deutsche Lufthansa AG is being slowed by discussions meant to ensure the rescue plan receives swift European Union approval once it’s finalized, people familiar with the matter said.

Germany's Scholz: Government agreed on Lufthansa bailout package worth €9 billion

German Finance Minister Olaf Scholz announced on Monday that the government agreed on a €9 billion bailout package for Lufthansa. "It's a very, very g

Germany's Lufthansa agrees to government's $9.8b aid

Deal will also place federal government with a major say in airline's future course

Lufthansa, Germany agree on $9.8-billion rescue package

The German Finance and Economy Ministries on Monday said Lufthansa was an operationally healthy company before the coronavirus outbreak, was profitable and had good prospects for the future but had got into trouble because of the pandemic.

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

Germany's new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro ($9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa , Germany's flagship carrier said on Monday. "The Executive Board also supports the package", Lufthansa said, adding that the bailout still need consent

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Germany’s new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro ($9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa (LHAG.DE), Germany’s flagship carrier said on Monday.

Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package

Germany's new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro (US$9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa , Germany's ...

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline

The largest German corporate rescue since the coronavirus crisis struck will see the government get a 20% stake, which could rise to 25% plus one share in the event of a takeover attempt, as it seeks to protect thousands of jobs.

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline

Germany threw Lufthansa a 9 billion euro ($9.8 billion) lifeline on Monday, agreeing a bailout which gives Berlin a veto in the event of a hostile bid for the airline. Lufthansa has been locked in talks with Berlin for weeks over aid it needs to survive an expected protracted travel slump, with the

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with €9b lifeline

FRANKFURT, May 26 — Germany threw Lufthansa a €9 billion (RM42.7 billion) lifeline yesterday, agreeing a bailout which gives Berlin a veto in the event of a hostile bid for the airline. The largest German corporate rescue since the coronavirus crisis struck will see the government get a 20 per...

Germany approves 9 billion euro aid package for Lufthansa

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Germany on Monday approved a 9 billion-euro ($9.8 billion) aid package for stricken airline Lufthansa to keep a major employer going through the turbulence of the...

Germany still in talks with EU over Lufthansa bailout, expects green light: Altmaier

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany is still in talks with the European Commission over its rescue package for flagship carrier Lufthansa (LHAG.DE), Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said on Monday, adding that Berlin expected Brussels to give the green light for the bailout.

Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 bln lifeline

FRANKFURT/BERLIN — Germany threw Lufthansa a 9 billion euro ($9.8 billion) lifeline on Monday, agreeing a bailout which gives Berlin a veto in the event of a hostile bid for the airline.

Lufthansa secures €9b German state rescue deal, say airline, government

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Berlin and coronavirus-stricken airline giant Lufthansa agreed today on a nine-billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) rescue package subject to approval by shareholders and competition authorities, the company and Germany’s economy ministry said. “Before the coronavirus...

Berlin to take 20% stake in €9bn bailout of Lufthansa as airline struggles amid Covid-19 travel fallout

Germany will offer Lufthansa a €9bn bailout in return for a 20% stake two decades after the airline was privatised with much fanfare.

German government, Lufthansa agree on 9 billion euro aid package

Germany on Monday approved a 9 billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) aid package for stricken airline Lufthansa to keep a major employer going through the turbulence of the coronavirus pandemic. But officials said Berlin was still in talks with the European Union's executive commission about possible conditions.

Germany's Scholz: Lufthansa rescue package should yield 'small profit' for state

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany’s rescue package for flagship carrier Lufthansa (LHAG.DE) is a “very, very good solution” that is taking into account the needs of both the company and taxpayers, Finance Minister Olaf Scholz said on Monday.

Lufthansa, German government agree on US$9.8 billion rescue package: sources

The German government and the management of flagship carrier Lufthansa , which has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, have reached an ...

German gov't to climb aboard at Lufthansa in virus rescue

(UPDATED) To help Lufthansa, the German government offers a 3-billion-euro loan and 5.7 billion of 'silent' capital. It also seeks to buy 20% of the company for 300 million euros.

Lufthansa, German government agree on rescue package: Report

The German government and the management of flagship carrier Lufthansa, which has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, have reached an agreement on state aid worth billions of euros, German

German govt to climb aboard at Lufthansa in virus rescue

Berlin will climb aboard airline giant Lufthansa as its largest shareholder in a nine-billion-euro ($9.8 billion) rescue if investors and competition authorities agree, as the coronavirus-stricken carrier ...

Talks on Lufthansa aid not concluded yet: ministry

BERLIN (Reuters) - Negotiations on a government bailout for coronavirus-stricken airline Lufthansa (LHAG.DE) are in their last phase but have not been concluded yet, a spokeswoman of the German economy ministry said on Monday.

Lufthansa state rescue deal agreed in principle, say sources

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Coronavirus-stricken German airline group Lufthansa has agreed in principle a nine-billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) rescue deal that would see the government come onboard as a shareholder, sources told AFP today. With mangers and ministers in agreement, Lufthansa’s...

New emissions blow for VW as German court backs damages claims

FRANKFURT: German airline Lufthansa said Monday it has received approval for a €9 billion ($9.8 billion) “stabilization package” from a government support fund to keep the company going through the turbulence from the coronavirus outbreak, but cautions the deal has not been approved by the EU’s executive commission.

Germany Will Take Lufthansa Stake in Landmark $9.8 Billion Bailout

Germany will offer Deutsche Lufthansa AG a 9 billion-euro ($9.8 billion) bailout that thrusts the state back into the heart of a company privatized with fanfare two decades ago.

Germany takes Lufthansa stake in landmark $15b bailout

The German government takes a 20 per cent stake in the struggling airline that has been battered by the pandemic.

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

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

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

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

Domestic flights resume

Poor patronage and chaos due to cancellations hit airports in Kerala

India resumes domestic air travel after two months, several flights cancelled

Aviation industry sources said, around 82 flights -- departures and arrivals -- have been cancelled till now at the Delhi airport.

India’s Maharashtra to Start Domestic Flights With Fewer Planes

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

Domestic air travel resumes with confusion at airports, cancelled flights

Chaos will make it even harder for airlines to recover from the impact of a two-month lockdown to contain the coronavirus, said analysts.

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

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

Domestic air travel resumes in India after 2 months, 630 flights cancelled

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

Under strict rules, India resumes domestic flights after two months

West Bengal urged government to postpone resumption of passenger flights to Kolkata as it focuses on rescue work of Cyclone Amphan

Chaos reigns at airports as domestic flights take off after 2-month gap

Tweaking of flight schedules led to cancellation of several flights

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

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

Flights cancelled across India! Flyers left disappointed at airports in Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad

Following the central government's announcements of resumption of domestic flights services, many state governments started to express reservations over the move. West Bengal government categorically stated that it would allow flight services gradually from May 28.

Covid-19 wrap | Domestic flights resume in India, cemeteries overflow in Yemen as virus deaths spike

Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

Cancellation of flights creates chaos at airports

PTI New Delhi India’s domestic flight services resumed on Monday after a gap of two months but a large number of last-minute cancellations by airlines t

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

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

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

Air India passengers took to Twitter to air their woes

Domestic flight services resume in India after two months

After a gap of two months, domestic passenger flight operations resumed on Monday amid reluctance by various states to open up their airports in view of rising cases of the novel coronavirus.

Domestic flight services resume in India after two months

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Watch: Scenes from airports across India as domestic air travel is resumed after two months

With erratic social distancing practices and abrupt cancellations of flights, day one of resumption of domestic air travel has been somewhat chaotic so far.

Domestic aviation resumes: 532 flights operated, 39,231 passengers flown on Day 1

The first day was marred by cancellations, and customer complaints

Resumption of flights: It's chaos for passengers

Most of the complaints are from Air India passengers

Flight cancellations leave domestic passengers confused

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

COVID-19: India air travel restart sees chaos and cancellations

New restrictions at airports force airlines to scramble revised schedules

Flyers, airlines grapple with new rules; glitches and lack of transport on day 1 of flights resumption

Indias busiest airports in Mumbai and Delhi have cancelled close to 200 flights since last night.

Passengers’ body blames govt. for sloppy first day of flight resumption

The Air Passengers Association of India (APAI) on Monday blamed the government’s sloppy handling of domestic flight resumption for large-scale flight cancellations and passengers not knowing State-wis

Top German court to rule on VW 'Dieselgate' compensation

Almost five years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on emissions tests involving millions of diesel engined cars, a top German court will on Monday finally rule in a battle over compensation for tens of thousands of affected owners.

Top German court to rule on VW ‘Dieselgate’ compensation

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Almost five years after Volkswagen’s admission to cheating on emissions tests involving millions of diesel engined cars, a top German court will today finally rule in a battle over compensation for tens of thousands of affected owners. In a preliminary finding in...

German court rules against VW in 'Dieselgate' compensation scandal

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

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

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

Volkswagen loses landmark German 'dieselgate' case

A ruling in a German court could have implications for other VW motorists seeking compensation.

Germany’s highest court rules VW should offer Dieselgate compensation

Thousands of motorists can now claim damages from the carmaker.

Germany's top court to rule on compensation for Volkwagen 'Dieselgate' scandal

Almost five years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on regulatory emissions tests involving millions of cars, Germany's top court will on Monday finally rule in a battle over compensation for…

German court rules VW car owners entitled to damages in Dieselgate scandal

A German federal court judge ruled on Monday that Volkswagen has to pay compensation to motorists who purchased vehicles with manipulated diesel engines, a major blow for the carmaker in its home

Volkswagen ordered to compensate motorists in landmark ‘Dieselgate’ ruling

A German federal court judge ruled on Monday that Volkswagen has to pay compensation to motorists who purchased vehicles with manipulated diesel engines, a major blow for the carmaker in its home mar…

Top German court grants buybacks for Volkswagen diesel car owners

News News: Almost five years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on emissions tests involving millions of diesel-engined cars, the ruling is the first real

Top German court grants buybacks for Volkswagen diesel car owners

Almost 5 years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on emissions tests, the ruling is the first real legal setback for VW in its home country

Germany's top court to rule on compensation for VW diesel cheating

In an early May hearing, judges at the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) said there was a chance for at least partial compensation for some VW buyers, saying they had indeed been harmed by purchasing a manipulated vehicle.

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

A German federal court judge ruled on Monday that Volkswagen has to pay compensation to motorists who purchased vehicles with manipulated diesel ...

Volkswagen agrees to compensate tens of thousands of German motorists

Leipzig court ruling opens door to claims from at least 60,000 car owners

Volkswagen loses landmark German case as diesel owners stand to receive damages

The ‘dieselgate’ scandal has so far cost Volkswagen more than $32.7 billion in damages and regulatory fines

Top German court grants buybacks for VW diesel car owners

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

New emissions blow for VW as German court backs damages claims

KARLSRUHE, Germany (Reuters) - Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) must pay compensation to owners of vehicles with rigged diesel engines in Germany, a court ruled on Monday, dealing a fresh blow to the automaker almost five years after its emissions scandal erupted.

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

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

VW defeated in landmark Dieselgate case brought by van buyer

German court ruling will force carmaker to compensate tens of thousands more customers

VW loses landmark German case as diesel owners stand to receive damages

A German federal court judge ruled that Volkswagen has to pay compensation to motorists who purchased vehicles with manipulated diesel engines, a ...

Top German court grants buybacks for VW diesel car owners

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

Virgin Orbit's First Test Launch Falls Short of Orbit

Virgin Orbit's first launch of the LauncherOne rocket failed to reach orbit immediately after release from the carrier jet. Elon Musk expressed his sympathies.

Branson's Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt

Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit failed Monday on its first attempt to launch a test satellite into space aboard a rocket carried aloft by a Boeing 747 and released over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Southern California. The inaugural launch had appeared to be going well until moments after…

Branson's Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt

LOS ANGELES — Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit failed Monday on its first attempt to launch a test satellite into space aboard a rocket carried aloft by a Boeing 747 and released over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Southern California.

Branson’s Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt

The inaugural launch had appeared to be going well until moments after the rocket was dropped from beneath the left wing of the jumbo jet dubbed Cosmic Girl.

Branson's Virgin Orbit rocket fails on first launch attempt

The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on Monday, the Virgin Orbit company said.

Branson's Virgin Orbit fails to launch rocket from 747

A crucial test of its two-stage, orbital rocket system, designed to rival that of Elon Musk's SpaceX for satellite launches, ended the mission shortly after releasing the rocket from the plane.

Branson's Virgin Orbit launch bid fails

"We've confirmed a clean release from the aircraft. However, the mission terminated shortly into the flight," Virgin Orbit said.

Virgin Orbit rocket fails on first airborne test

Setback for venture led by Richard Branson at time of financial stress

First test launch of Virgin Orbit rocket fails

US News: The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on

Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit Fails With First Rocket Launch After ‘Anomaly’ - But Is Already Preparing To Try Again

Virgin Orbit, a small satellite company that hopes to launch rockets to space from the wing of a plane, failed in its attempt to launch for the first time today – but says it is already building its next rocket to try again.

Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt

Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit failed Monday in its first test launch of a new rocket carried aloft by a Boeing 747 and released over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Southern California.

Branson's Virgin Orbit fails in attempted rocket launch from 747

Billionaire Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit said a crucial test of its two-stage, orbital rocket system, designed to rival that of Elon Musk’s SpaceX for satellite launches, ended the mission shortly after releasing the rocket from the plane.

Virgin Orbit first launch attempt fails

Virgin Orbit’s LauncherOne failed to reach orbit in its first launch attempt May 25, with the mission “terminated” moments after the rocket’s release.

Virgin Orbit terminates rocket launch after releasing it over the Pacific

May 25 (UPI) -- Virgin Orbit said it terminated the launch of a demonstration rocket Monday afternoon shortly after its release from the wing of a 747 jet over the Pacific Ocean.

Virgin Orbit’s air-launched rocket fails on first test flight

Making its first flight, a privately-funded air-launched rocket developed and built by Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit failed to reach space Monday after release from the company’s modified 747 carrier airplane over the Pacific Ocean.

First test of Virgin Orbit rocket fails to accomplish goal

The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on Monday, the Virgin Orbit company said.

Virgin Orbit's inaugural rocket launch fails

Virgin Orbit, the company founded by Richard Branson with the aim of launching smaller satellites, tried unsuccessfully on Monday to launch a rocket off the coast of Southern California. It was the company's first test launch of a new rocket, which had been in development for five years, The Associated Press reports. The rocket was released from a jet dubbed Cosmic Girl, and dropped over the Pacific Ocean. In a statement, Virgin Orbit said it could confirm a "clean release from the aircraft. However, the mission terminated shortly into the flight. Cosmic Girl and our flight crew are safe and returning to base." The company did not say what went wrong, but stated it will "learn more as our engineers analyze the mountain of data we collected today." The rocket carried a test satellite, but the purpose of the flight was to gather data on each step of the launch process. Over the weekend, Virgin Orbit executive Will Pomerantz said roughly half of all first rocket launches fail, and company CEO Dan Hart said after…

Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt, 'next big test ASAP' for Richard Branson’s spaceflight firm

Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit failed on its first rocket launch attempt, which took place out of the Mojave Spaceport in Southern California.

Virgin Orbit loses its first rocket shortly after engine ignition

“An anomaly then occurred early in first stage flight.”

Branson’s Virgin Orbit Fails in Attempted Rocket Launch From 747

Billionaire Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit said a crucial test of its two-stage, orbital rocket system, designed to rival that of Elon Musk’s SpaceX for satellite launches, ended the mission shortly after releasing the rocket from the plane.

Branson's Virgin Orbit launch bid fails

"We've confirmed a clean release from the aircraft. However, the mission terminated shortly into the flight," Virgin Orbit said.

Virgin Orbit fails on 1st rocket launch attempt

The inaugural launch had appeared to be going well until moments after the rocket was dropped from beneath the left wing of the jumbo jet dubbed Cosmic Girl.

Japan to end Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 billion stimulus

The world’s third-largest economy has escaped an explosive outbreak with some 17,000 infections and 825 deaths so far; however, the epidemic has tipped it into a recession and plunged Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s popularity to multi-year lows.

Japan lifts Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes fresh stimulus

TOKYO, May 25 — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said today that Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas later in the day but that it could be reimposed if the pace of infections picked up. Social distancing curbs were loosened for most of the country on May 14...

Japan to End Tokyo’s State of Emergency, Eyes Fresh $930 Billion Stimulus

A customer wearing a protective mask enters an internet cafe at night in the Shibuya district of Tokyo, Japan, on … Japan to End Tokyo’s State of Emergency, Eyes Fresh $930 Billion Stimulus Read More »

Japan lifts Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes fresh stimulus

TOKYO, May 25 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday that Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas later in the day but that it could be reimposed if the pace of infections picked up.

Japan eyes fresh $930b stimulus, to end Tokyo's state of emergency

Japan is considering fresh stimulus worth 100 trillion yen ($930 billion), mostly comprising financial aid for companies.

Japan lifts Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh stimulus

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas on Monday after the number of infections fell across the country, but warned that it could be reimposed if the virus started spreading again.

Japan to end Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes massive new stimulus

World’s third-largest economy has escaped an explosive coronavirus outbreak

Japan plans to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bn stimulus

Social distancing curbs were removed for most of the country on May 14 as new infections fell, but the government had kept Tokyo and four other prefectures under watch

Japan looking to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bln stimulus

TOKYO — Japan is looking to lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions while also considering fresh stimulus worth almost $1 trillion to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic, Nikkei reported on Monday.

Japan ends state of emergency, eyes fresh $1.5trn stimulus

Japan's economy minister said the government had received approval from key advisers to remove the state of emergency for Tokyo and all remaining regions.

Shinzo Abe lifts Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh economic stimulus

The move meant that the whole country would now have the social distancing curbs loosened, after an initial lifting of restrictions for most areas on May 14

Japan eyes fresh stimulus plan worth over US$929b to battle COVID-19

TOKYO: Japan is considering a fresh stimulus package worth over US$929 billion that will consist mostly of financial aid programmes for companies ...

Japan to end Tokyo's state of emergency

TOKYO, May 25 — Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions today, while the Nikkei reported a plan for new stimulus worth almost US$1 trillion (RM4.36 trillion) to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic. Social distancing curbs were...

Japan lifts Tokyo’s state of emergency

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas on Monday after the number of infections fell across the country, but warned that it could be reimposed if the virus started spreading again.

Japan lifts emergency in Tokyo

Stimulus plan to be funded by 2nd extra budget, Abe support at record low

Tokyo stocks rally on hopes for economic restart amid pandemic

Tokyo stocks rebounded Monday on hopes that Japan's economy will soon restart as the government is set to lift a state of emergency in the capital declared over the coronavirus pandemic. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ended up 353.49 points, or 1.73 percent, from Friday at 20,741.65. The broader Topix…

Japan lifts virus emergency

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

Japan to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bln stimulus

TOKYO — Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions on Monday, while the Nikkei reported a plan for new stimulus worth almost $1 trillion to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic.

Bharti Telecom to sell $1 bn stake in Airtel

 Bharti Telecom is selling upto $1 billion of its shares in Bharti Airtel through a secondary market block deal on Tuesday.

Bharti Airtel promoter to raise USD 1 billion through equity

‘Bharti Telecom to sell 2.75% stake in Airtel to raise $1 billion’

The block deal will be conducted by JP Morgan India at around Rs 558 per share, close to 6 per cent discount to the closing price of Rs 593.20 on May 22 on the NSE.

Bharti Airtel promoter to raise $1 billion to become debt free

Bharti Telecom has roped in JP Morgan for the raising USD 1 billion by selling 150 million equity shares at a price of Rs 558 per cent per unit

Bharti Airtel promoter to raise $1 billion through equity: Sources

Bharti Airtel promoter firm Bharti Telecom plans to raise USD 1 billion through equity sale to become debt-free, according to a source aware of the development. The promoter firm Bharti Telecom plans

Bharti Airtel promoter to raise USD 1 billion through equity: Sources

Bharti Airtel promoter firm Bharti Telecom plans to raise USD 1 billion through equity sale to become debt free, according to a source aware of the development.

Bharti Telecom to sell $1 bn stake in Airtel through block deal

Bharti Telecom to sell $1 bn stake in Airtel through block deal

IANS New Delhi Bharti Telecom is selling upto $1 billion of its shares in Bharti Airtel through a secondary market block deal on Tuesday. Bharti Teleco

Bharti Airtel Promoter Said To Plan $1 Billion Fundraising To Become Debt Free

Bharti Telecom plans to sell 2.75% equity stake, equivalent to 150 million shares, at a floor price of Rs 558 apiece.

Promoter to sell 2.75% stake worth $1 bn in Bharti Airtel via block deals

Shares are being offered to large investors at 6 per cent discount to March 22 closing price of Rs 593; Mittal company joins top Indian companies in raising funds

Bharti to sell 2.75% stake in Airtel for $1bn, reduce debt

India Business News: Bharti Telecom, the Indian promoter of telco major Bharti Airtel, is set to sell a stake of up to 2.75% in the mobile services provider through block

Bharti Telecom to raise ₹7,600 cr through block sale of Airtel shares

Promoters plan to sell 2.75% stake

Bharti Airtel parent eyes $1 bn from stake sale to pay off loans

Move to help telco clean up debt overhang as promoter debt also impacts ratings

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

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

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

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

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

WASHINGTON — Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act. Taxpayer-subsidized health insurance is available for a modest cost — sometimes even free — across the country, but industry officials and independent researchers say few people seem …

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

WASHINGTON - Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage unde

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

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

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

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

How much the average homeowner pays for insurance in the US, by state and home value

The value of your home, where you live, and the coverage level you choose can all impact your homeowners insurance cost.

Window to file for government health insurance approaching for coronavirus filers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sony Xperia 1 II will launch in the U.S. on July 24 for $1,200

Sony's flagship Xperia 1 II will go on sale in the U.S. starting July 24. You will be able to pre-order one starting June 1 for $1,200.

Sony Xperia 1 II Hands-on: A fine-tuned upgrade over the Xperia 1 [Video]

XDA TV's TK Bay had a chance to take a look at the new Xperia 1 II, here are his first impressions about Sony's latest flagship.

Sony Xperia 1 II arrives in the US on July 24th

Sony unveiled the photography-focused Xperia 1 II in February and has now announced preorder and shipping dates for the US. The company knows that the $1,200 price tag will be difficult to digest, so it's sweetening the deal, as it…

Sony to Launch New Xperia 1 II Phone in the US on July 24 for $1,199

Sony's new Xperia 1 II flagship smartphone will now be shipping in the United States starting July 24 for a whopping $1,199. Pre-orders will start on June 1. if you choose to pre-order by June 28, you also get a free pair of Sony WF-1000XM3 noise-canceling earbuds.

Sony Xperia 1 II Pre-Orders Start June 1, Shipping On July 24

Sony has announced that pre-orders for the Xperia 1 II are going to start on June 1. With them shipping out on July 24. We have already seen the Xperia 1

Sony Xperia 1 II Wallpapers Are Now Available To Download

Official wallpapers from the Sony Xperia 1 II are now available to download. You can see all those wallpapers in the gallery down below. Do note that

Sony's flagship Xperia 1 II will ship in July for $1,200

Sony’s flagship Xperia 1 II smartphone will ship on July 24th for an eye-watering $1,199 in the US, the company announced. It packs a triple camera setup developed with the engineers behind Sony’s A7 III and other popular mirrorless cameras.

Sony Xperia 1 II flagship phone will roll out in US, here’s when

Sony has a new flagship smartphone offering in the form of the Xperia 1 II. We first heard about the model back in February as Sony Mobile’s biggest gamble yet. It launched with powerful camera spe…

Sony Xperia 1 II launches in July for *cough* $1,200

Would you buy this phone?

Sony’s Xperia 1 II ships in the US on July 24th for $1,199

It has a triple-camera array can shoot up 20 fps in burst mode.

Sony Xperia 1 II officially goes on pre-order in the US on June 1 for $1,199

It will ship over there on July 24, and in Germany during the week of June 15.

Sony Xperia 1 II gets release date and absurdly high price

The Sony Xperia 1 II is packing some impressive specs, but it comes with a price that'll scare most buyers away, even with the freebie Sony is offering.

Sony Xperia 1 II gets more expensive, ships July 24th for $1199 with a big problem

We've been pretty curious about the launch details of the Sony Xperia 1 II since it was announced. Sony didn't say much, and the phone seemed to totally fa

Sony Xperia 1 II US Launch Set for July 24 with a $1200 Price Tag

Sony will soon launch its flagship 5G enabled Xperia 1 II in the US market. The device comes with a whopping price tag of $1200.

[Update: Launching July 24] Sony Xperia 1 II pre-orders open in US starting at $1,198, still ‘coming soon’

As Sony struggles to maintain any sort of foothold in the smartphone market, it's of good news that the Xperia II has opened for pre-orders in the US.

Xperia 1 II to launch in the US sans 5G on July 24 for a whopping US$1200; Sony WF-1000XM3 a pre-order bonus

After months of rumors, the Sony Xperia 1 II has now gotten an official release date. The phone will go on sale in the US on July 24, five whole months after it was announced. It will carry an MSRP of US$1200, although early takers also get a free pair of Sony's WF-1000XM3 earbuds worth US$200.