UK PM's top aide Dominic Cummings under fire

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

'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.

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.

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.

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?

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

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...

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?

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

‘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.

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.

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

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

‘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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

'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...

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

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.

'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”.

Dominic Cummings controversy: The unanswered questions

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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 ...

‘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,...

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.

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. 

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

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 …

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.

'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.

'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.

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...

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

'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 […]

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 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

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 ...

Thousands protest in Hong Kong over security law proposal

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

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

'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 […]

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 ...

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 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’ 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.

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.

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...

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.

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 ...

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'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 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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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...

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.

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.

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 Jacinda Ardern stays cool as earthquake hits during live interview

Poised as always.

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.

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

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.

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'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.

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

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.

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.

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 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

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.

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.

Want UP workers, take our permission: Yogi Adityanath to states

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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 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

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.

Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people

TAIPEI — Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with “necessary assistance,” President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ruled territory against newly proposed national security legislation from Beijing.

Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people

TAIPEI, May 25 — Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with “necessary assistance,” President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ruled territory against newly proposed national security legislation from Beijing. Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but...

Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people

Rest of World News: Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ru

Taiwan promises ‘necessary assistance’ to Hong Kong’s people

Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but growing number of pro-democracy protesters fleeing Hong Kong, which has been convulsed since last year by protests.

Taiwan promises necessary assistance to people of Hong Kong

Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but growing number of pro-democracy protesters fleeing Hong Kong, which has been convulsed since last year by anti-Beijing and anti-Hong Kong government protests.

Taiwan promises ‘necessary assistance’ to Hong Kong’s people

Number of Hong Kong immigrants to Taiwan jumped 150 per cent in first four months of 2020 compared to same period in 2019

Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people

"Bullets and repression are not the way to deal with the aspirations of Hong Kong's people for freedom and democracy."

Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people

Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the ...

Taiwan promises ‘necessary assistance’ to people of Hong Kong

Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with “necessary assistance”, President Tsai Ing-wen said, after thousands in the Chinese … Taiwan promises ‘necessary assistance’ to people of Hong Kong Read More »

Taiwan promises 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong's people as protests reignite

Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance," President Tsai Ing-wen has said, after a resurgence in protests in the C

Taiwan vows 'necessary assistance' to Hong Kong residents

Protests reignited in Hong Kong over the weekend against Beijing's move to pass national security legislation, resulting in at least 180 arrests, police said.

Taiwan offers people of Hong Kong 'necessary assistance' after protests over new security laws

Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after thousands in the Chinese ruled territory protested against Beijing's plans to impose new national security laws. Taiwan has become a refuge for a small but growing number of pro-democracy

Beijing draws the line with Hong Kong

The world can't afford to be indifferent to Chinese behavior that flouts international norms and ignores obligations that Beijing has accepted.

Taiwan offers help to Hong Kong activists as China tightens grip

Taiwan will provide the people of Hong Kong with "necessary assistance", President Tsai Ing-wen said, after a resurgence in protests in the Chinese ruled territory against newly proposed national security legislation from Beijing.

Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong's special status on law fears

China's planned national security law may prompt Taiwan to revoke the special status it extends to Hong Kong, President Tsai Ing-wen said, a move that could anger Beijing and make it harder for Hong Kongers to visit and invest. China is proposing the new legislation for the Chinese-ruled city after

Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong’s special status on law fears

TAIPEI, May 25 — China’s planned national security law may prompt Taiwan to revoke the special status it extends to Hong Kong, President Tsai Ing-wen said, a move that could anger Beijing and make it harder for Hong Kongers to visit and invest. China is proposing the new legislation for the...

Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong’s special status on law fears

China proposes path to imposing rules used against dissidents on the mainland

Taiwan considers revoking Hong Kong's special status on law fears

TAIPEI (Reuters) - China’s planned national security law may prompt Taiwan to revoke the special status it extends to Hong Kong, President Tsai Ing-wen said, a move that could anger Beijing and make it harder for Hong Kongers to visit and invest.

Hongkongers top real estate buyers in Taiwan amid Beijing crackdown

Tamsui, Linkou top spots for Hongkongers purchasing real estate in Taiwan

Air India can assign middle seats on rescue flights for now: Supreme Court

“After June 6, it must operate in compliance with any interim orders passed by the High Court”.

Coronavirus: Supreme Court pulls up DGCA, Air India for allotting middle seats on international flights

While Supreme Court has allowed airlines to exhaust existing middle seat bookings for the next few days for international flights, it has asked Bombay High Court to pass necessary orders to discourage airlines from violating social distancing norms.

SC allows Air India to operate flights with middle seats filled for next ten days

A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde conducted an urgent hearing on Eid holiday through video conferencing to hear the appeals

Coronavirus Lockdown: Middle Seats Must Be Kept Empty On Flights For Stranded Indians: Supreme Court

Air India can operate flights with middle seats occupied only for the next 10 days, the court said. New Delhi: … Coronavirus Lockdown: Middle Seats Must Be Kept Empty On Flights For Stranded Indians: Supreme Court Read More »

SC Allows Air India To Book Middle Seats In Non-Scheduled Foreign Flights For 10 Days

After 10 days, Air India will have to follow the guidelines issued by Bombay High Court to leave the middle seat vacant. The directions do not apply to domestic flights.

SC allows Air India to fly with middle seats filled for 10 days

SC allows Air India to fly with middle seats filled for 10 days. The SC observed that the government should be more worried about the health of citizens rather than the health of commercial airlines.

SC allows Air India to operate flights till June 6 with middle seats filled to fly stranded Indians

India Business News: The Supreme Court on Monday allowed Air India to keep the middle seats occupied while operating its non-scheduled flights to bring back Indians stran

SC allows Air India to operate non-scheduled foreign flights with middle seats booking for 10 days

The Supreme Court on Monday, while hearing an urgent plea against Bombay High Court's order to keep middle seats vacant in international flights in compliance with social distancing norms.

SC allows AI to run int'l flights with middle seats filled for 10 days

The top court said that after June 6, Air India will operate its non-scheduled flights in accordance with the interim order to be passed by the Bombay High Court

SC allows Air India to fly for ten days with middle seats filled in scheduled aircraft

A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde conducted an urgent hearing on Eid holiday through video conferencing to hear the appeals of the Central government and Air India.

SC allows Air India to operate repatriation flights without leaving middle seat empty for 10 days

The top court’s order came on a petition filed by the Centre and Air India against a Bombay High Court order to keep middle seats on planes vacant.

Air India allowed to operate non-scheduled foreign flights with middle-seat booking

Bombay High Court had directed to keep these seats vacant on international flights

India's Apex Court Raps Govt for Allowing Booking of Middle Seat in Flights Amid COVID-19 Contagion

New Delhi (Sputnik) On Monday, India restarted domestic airl travel on a limited scale. The services had been suspended since 25 March when the country went into a...

SC to hear Centre, Air India's plea against Bombay HC plea seeking response on safety norms

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday an urgent plea by the Centre and Air India against the Bombay High Court seeking their responses in a plea for not maintaining adequate safety measure

SC allows AIto fly for ten days with middle seats filled in scheduled aircraft   

The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Centre and national carrier Air India to keep operating its scheduled flights with the middle

Worry about citizens, not airlines: SC pulls up govt on middle seat bookings

The Supreme Court has pulled up DGCA India and Air India for allotting middle seats in international flights. It has said that the government should be worried more about health of citizens than the health of the airlines.

Centre should worry about citizens’ health, instead of airlines: SC

The Supreme Court on Monday said there cannot be two norms -- six feet social distance outside and shoulder to shoulder travel on flights.

Trump bars travel from Brazil, a new Covid-19 hotspot: White House

US News: Non-Americans who have been in Brazil in the 14-day period prior to when they seek admittance to the US cannot come to America, said White House press

Trump suspends travel from Brazil

Brazil now has the second-biggest caseload in the world.

COVID-19: Trump bars travel from Brazil

President Donald Trump on Sunday suspended travel from Brazil, which has emerged as a major new hotspot in the coronavirus pandemic, the White House said. Non-Americans who have been in Brazil i...

Trump bars travel from Brazil, a new pandemic hotspot: White House

Non-Americans who have been in Brazil in the 14-day period prior to when they seek admittance to the US cannot come to America, said White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany. Trade is not affected by the new rule.

President Trump Suspends Travel from Brazil over Coronavirus Concerns

President Trump suspended travel from Brazil to the United States on Sunday as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to worsen in South America.

Donald Trump Bars Travel From Brazil, A New Pandemic Hotspot

President Donald Trump on Sunday suspended travel from Brazil, which has emerged as a major new hotspot in the coronavirus pandemic, the White House said.

Trump bars travel from Brazil, a new pandemic hotspot

Non-Americans who have been in Brazil in the 14-day period prior to when they seek admittance to the US cannot come to America, said White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany. Trade is not affected by the new rule.

Bolsonaro rallies with supporters amid virus surge

President Jair Bolsonaro hit the streets Sunday for a rally with his supporters, ditching his face mask and breaking social distancing measures even as coronavirus cases surged in Brazil.

White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil

President Donald Trump on Sunday further limited travel from the world's coronavirus hotspots by denying entry to foreigners coming from Brazil.

White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil

Trump had already banned certain travelers from China, Europe, the United Kingdom and Ireland and, to a lesser extent, Iran.

Trump extends coronavirus travel bans to hard-hit Brazil

Brazil, easily Latin America's hardest-hit country, has the world's second-highest infection tally and one of its highest death tolls, at more than 347,000 and 22,000, respectively.

Bolsonaro rallies with supporters amid coronavirus surge, takes off mask

At one point, Brazil's president even hoists a young boy onto his shoulders

Covid-19 wrap | Trump bars travel from Brazil, Japan to lift nationwide state of emergency

Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

US bans flights from Brazil, where pandemic is raging

The United States, citing Brazil’s surging coronavirus crisis, has banned flights from the nation, delivering a blow to its embattled leader, who has tried to use his warm relations with President Donald Trump to bolster his political standing.

Coronavirus world round-up: US suspends travel from Brazil as cases surge

Follow the latest coronavirus news in our daily live blog Read all our coronavirus coverage here President Donald Trump on Sunday further limited travel from the world's coronavirus hotspots by denying entry to foreigners coming from Brazil, which is second to the US in the number of confirmed cases

US curbs travel from Brazil amid deepening coronavirus outbreak

The White House has announced a ban on travel to the United States from Brazil due to the spread of coronavirus in Latin America's hardest-hit country.

Two militants killed in south Kashmir’s Kulgam

The encounter took place at Khud village in Hanjipora area, a police spokesman said

Two militants killed in encounter with security forces in south Kashmir

Srinagar: Two militants were killed in an encounter which ensued when security forces launched a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in south Kashmir district of Kulgam on Monday. Official...

Two Militants Killed In Kulgam Encounter, Operation Still On: IGP Kashmir

2 militants have been killed in Khur Village of Kulgam. The operation is still on. The identity of the terrorists is yet to be discovered: IGP Kashmir

Two terrorists killed by security forces in Kulgam in Jammu and Kashmir

The encounter broke out between the terrorists and security forces in Manzgam area of Kulgam district

Two militants killed in Kulgam gunfight, operation on: IGP Kashmir

Two militants were killed in an ongoing gunfight with the security forces in Khur Hanjipora area of South Kashmir's Kulgam district on Monday, reports

Two unidentified militants killed in ongoing encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam

Two unidentified militants were killed in an ongoing encounter with security forces in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Monday. The gunfight erupted early Monday morning after army’s 34-Rashtriya

J-K: Two terrorists killed by security forces in Kulgam

Two terrorists have been killed in an encounter with the security forces here, Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Kashmir Vijay Kumar informed on Monday.

Jammu and Kashmir: Two suspected militants killed in encounter at Kulgam district, say police

The identities and group affiliation of those killed are being ascertained, a police official said.

Kulgam gunfight: Two militants killed, internet snapped

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

J&K: Encounter underway in Kulgam; 2 terrorists gunned down by security forces

Sources told Zee Media that two-three terrorists are believed to be trapped.

Gunfight breaks out in south Kashmir's Kulgam

A gunfight broke out between militants and the security forces in Khur Hanjipora area of south Kashmir's Kulgam district on Monday. According to news

J&K: Encounter underway between terrorists, joint security forces in Kulgam

Sources told Zee Media that two-three terrorists are believed to be trapped.

Crashed Pakistan plane’s pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

The report said that the plane had enough fuel to fly for two hours and 34 minutes, while its total flying time was recorded at one hour and 33 minutes.

Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude.Instead of lowering the altitude, the pilot responded by saying that he was satisfied

Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

The Airbus A-320 from Lahore to Karachi was 15 nautical miles from the Jinnah International Airport, flying at an altitude of 10,000 feet above the ground instead of 7,000 when the Air Traffic Control (ATC) issued its first warning to lower the plane's altitude, Geo News quoted an ATC report as saying.

Pilot Of Crashed PIA Plane Ignored Warnings Thrice, Says Report

Security personnel stand beside the wreckage of a plane at the site after an aircraft crashed Karachi: The pilot of … Pilot Of Crashed PIA Plane Ignored Warnings Thrice, Says Report Read More »

PIA crash: Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude

The claim is being made based on an ATC report seen by Geo News

Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude

The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude and speed before the landing, saying he was satisfied and would handle the situation, according to a report on Monday. The national flag

Crashed Pak plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

Crashed Pak plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report. Instead of lowering the altitude, the pilot responded by saying that he was satisfied. When only 10 nautical miles were left till the airport, the plane was at an altitude of 7,000 feet instead of 3,000 feet, it said. The ATC issued a second warning to the pilot to lower the plane's altitude. However, the pilot responded again by stating that he was satisfied and would handle the situation, saying he was ready for landing, the report said.

Pak plane crash: Pilot ignored warning about flight height from air traffic

The A320 Airbus was carrying 91 passengers and eight crew members from Lahore to Karachi on PK 8303 when it crashed in a residential area near Karachi Airport

Preliminary report of PIA plane crash raises new questions

Karachi: A preliminary report on the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) plane crash, in which 97 people were killed, has raised serious questions about the pilot's handling of the aircraft and what prevented the crew in the cockpit from informing

Pakistan Families Mourn PIA Plane Crash Victims

97 people were killed when an Airbus A320, operated by PIA, crashed into a Karachi neighbourhood Karachi/Islamabad: As Fazal Rahmaan, … Pakistan Families Mourn PIA Plane Crash Victims Read More »

Airbus experts to arrive in Pakistan to probe PIA plane crash

Was it a technical fault, bird-hit or pilot error?

Pakistan plane crash: Probe raises new questions

The investigators were trying to establish why the pilots not once informed the ATC of any emergency, malfunction, engine failure or fire despite the visible problems the aircraft was facing, the report said, adding that it is rare to have so many technical problems at the same time. The ATC's conduct is also being probed.

Did pilots FORGET to put wheels down on doomed PIA 8303? Airbus performed a belly landing and took off again before crashing on second attempt killing 97 people onboard

Captain Sajjad Gull, who was at the controls of doomed Pakistan Airlines Flight 8303 when it crashed on Friday killing 97, may have forgotten to put the wheels down when landing, experts said.

Maharashtra minister Ashok Chavan tests Covid-19 positive

Maharashtra minister Ashok Chavan tests Covid-19 positive: Maharashtra PWD Minister Ashok Chavan is reported to have tested Covid-19 positive, party sources said here late on Sunday. .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Maharashtra minister Ashok Chavan tests Covid-19 positive

Maharashtra PWD Minister Ashok Chavan is reported to have tested Covid-19 positive, party sources said here late on Sunday.

Maharashtra minister Ashok Chavan tests positive for COVID-19

He is the second minister in the Maharashtra government to test positive for coronavirus. He is currently admitted at a hospital in Nanded. Reports say that his condition is stable and he was under home quarantine for the past couple of days.

Maharashtra Cabinet Minister And Former CM Ashok Chavan Tests Positive For COVID-19

Earlier last month, Housing Minister Jitendra Awhad was diagnosed with COVID-19.  He was fully cured and discharged after nearly a month's treatment in a hospital in Mumbai. 

Maharashtra PWD minister Ashok Chavan tests Covid-19 positive in Nanded

The former Chief Minister's condition has been described as asymptomatic and he is under treatment in Nanded, his home town

Ashok Chavan is second minister in Uddhav cabinet to test positive

Chavan is currently admitted at a hospital in Nanded. His condition is stable, sources said, adding that he was reportedly under home quarantine for the last few days.

Maharashtra PWD Minister Ashok Chavan Tests Positive For Coronavirus

Chavan is the second minister in Uddhav Thackeray's cabinet after Jitendra Awhad to test positive for the infection.

Former Maharashtra CM And Current Aghadi Minister Ashok Chavan Tests Positive For Covid-19

Maharashtra PWD Minister and former state chief minister Ashok Chavan is reported to have tested Covid-19 positive, party sources said here late on Sunday.

Ashok Chavan tests positive for coronavirus, second minister in Uddhav Thackeray’s cabinet

Ashok Chavan Crona: Ashok Chavan is the second minister in the Uddhav Thackeray government to catch the Coronavirus infection after NCP leader and Housing Minister Jitendra Awhad.

Another Maharashtra cabinet minister tests positive for coronavirus

A senior Congress leader who is a minister in the Maharashtra cabinet has tested positive for novel coronavirus, sources and a Health official said on Sunday. The minister has been travelling between

Uddhav Thackeray vs Piyush Goyal: War of words erupts between Maharashtra CM, Railways minister over Shramik trains

In his address to the state on May 24, Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said that while he had demanded 80 special trains per day for the state to ferry migrants home, it was getting only 40.

Notifying only 41 Shramik trains for Maharashtra for now: Piyush Goyal

The minister said that the Maharashtra government has provided a received list of only 46 trains, out of which five are to West Bengal and Odisha

Notifying only 41 Shramik trains for Maharashtra despite being prepared to run 125 trains: Piyush Goyal

Notifying only 41 Shramik trains for Maharashtra despite being prepared to run 125 trains: Piyush Goyal: Railways Minister Piyush Goyal stated that the Indian Railways will notify as 41 Shramik special trains for Maharashtra despite being prepared to run 125 trains.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

‘Notifying Only 41 Shramik Trains For Maharashtra, Despite Being Prepared For 125’: Railways Minister Piyush Goyal

State's Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Thackeray had asserted that his Government had the list of migrant workers ready.

Maharashtra: War of words between Uddhav Thackeray govt and Railway Minister over ‘Shramik Special’ trains

The political slugfest over Shramik Special trains refuses to die down between Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Railway Minister Piyush Goyal over the issue on Sunday, with the Shiv Sena chief accusing the Railways of not providing enough trains to the state despite demand.

Railways Minister Piyush Goyal's 12-Tweet Retort To Uddhav Thackeray

In a wrangle with Uddhav Thackeray over trains for migrants, Railways Minister Piyush Goyal tweeted on Sunday that his ministry would work overnight if it received within one hour a list of trains, passengers and destinations from the Maharashtra Chief Minister.

Piyush Goyal’s 2 am tweet: ‘Where is list for 125 trains from Maharashtra?’

Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Railways Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday had already engaged in a war of words over the running of Shramik special trains

Uddhav Thackeray and Piyush Goyal engage in a bitter war of words over Shramik Special trains

Shramik Special trains news, Shramik Special trains schedule: Uddhav Thackeray said that while he had demanded 80 migrant Shramik Special trains per day, it was getting only 40.

Still not received passenger details for 125 planned trains from Maharashtra: Piyush Goyal

Still not received passenger details for 125 planned trains from Maharashtra: Piyush Goyal: Railways Minister Piyush Goyal stated that the Maharashtra government has not provided the details of 125 Shramik special trains, which were scheduled to run in the state on Monday and its list of passengers.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

How Maharashtra Lost the Battle

  Lack of coordination between the ruling coalition partners, failure of the  Chief Minister and top cabinet ministers to take full responsibility, and an overall absence of leadership has ensured that Maharashtra stares at a bigger disaster with the onset of monsoon

Why China’s move to rein in Hong Kong is just the start

China’s move to strip away another layer of Hong Kong’s autonomy was not a rash impulse. It was a deliberate act, months in the making. It took into account the risks of international umbrage and reached the reasonable assumption that there would not be a significant geopolitical price to pay.

WH Adviser O’Brien: US will likely impose economic sanctions on Hong Kong and China if …

Speaking on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sunday, White House National Security Adviser Robert O'Brien said, “the US will likely impose economic sanctions

China's swoop on Hong Kong autonomy 'utterly offensive'

Several former foreign ministers have criticised Beijing for its proposed new laws aimed at silencing dissent.

Hong Kong another sideshow in a larger China drama with no final act

Australia's disputes with China are just a sidelight to a much bigger US-China struggle that is only intensifying.

Explainer: Emerging get-tough consensus among Trump's China advisers tested by Hong Kong debate

Explainer: Emerging get-tough consensus among Trump's China advisers tested by Hong Kong debate

Explainer: Emerging get-tough consensus among Trump's China advisers tested by Hong Kong debate

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Long divided between those pushing for a hardline stance and others advocating cautious engagement, President Donald Trump’s China advisers - under the shadow of the coronavirus crisis - appear to have moved closer together on a tougher approach to Beijing.

‘Hard to See’ Hong Kong Remaining the Asian Financial Center if China Takes Over

Sunday on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” White House National Security Adviser Robert […] More

Hong Kong cops fire tear gas, water cannon at protesters

Hong Kong: Hong Kong police fired tear gas and a water cannon at protesters in a popular shopping district on Sunday, as thousands took to the streets to march against China's proposed tough national security legislation for the city.Pro-democracy su

China tests global diplomacy and economy

The country risks nations’ pushback as it moves ahead with its ambitions under the cover of COVID-19.

MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic

The House of Commons is meeting Monday to decide, again, how it is going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.

The plan for Parliament and COVID-19 transparency; In The News for May 25

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what’s on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 25 …—COVID-19 in Canada …OTTAWA — The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it’s going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.

The plan for Parliament and COVID-19 transparency; In The News for May 25

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 25 ... --- COVID-19 in Canada ...

The plan for Parliament and COVID-19 transparency; In The News for May 25

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

Use pandemic to stop brain drain, MPs told, as payments for CERB top $40 billion

OTTAWA — The federal government should use the COVID-19 pandemic to reverse a brain drain of top tech talent south of the border, a House of Commons committee heard Monday, alongside warnings that . . .

MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic

OTTAWA — The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it’s going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.

MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic

OTTAWA — The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it's going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.

The plan for Parliament and COVID-19 transparency; In The News for May 25

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what’s on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 25 …

MPs to meet today to decide on resuming Parliament during pandemic

The House of Commons is meeting today to decide, again, how it's going to function as COVID-19 restrictions gradually lift across the country.

Afghan president to free up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners after ceasefire offer

KABUL, May 25 — Afghan President Ashraf Ghani began a process yesterday to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a goodwill gesture after the insurgents proposed a surprise ceasefire during the Eid holiday. The ceasefire appeared to hold as there were no reports of fighting between the...

Afghan government frees first 100 Taliban prisoners after ceasefire: official

The government plans to free up to 2,000 Taliban inmates as a "goodwill gesture"

Afghan President orders to release 2,000 Taliban prisoners

Afghan President orders to release 2,000 Taliban prisoners: Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Sunday (local time) ordered a release of up to 2,000 Taliban fighters from prison, his spokesperson Sediq Sediqqi said.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Afghan president pledges to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has started the process to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a "goodwill gesture", his spokesperson said, in a move that came after the government welcomed the armed group's surprise announcement of a three-day ceasefire during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.

Ghani pledges release of up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani announced that his government will release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners as a goodwill gesture

Afghan govt frees Taliban prisoners as truce holds for second day

Afghan authorities released 100 Taliban prisoners Monday as part of the government's response to a surprise, three-day ceasefire the insurgents called to mark the Eid al-Fitr festival.

Ghani responds to Taliban’s gesture of goodwill, vows to release 2000 prisoners

President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani responded to the gesture of goodwill by Taliban group and vowed to release 2,000 Taliban prisoners.

Afghan ceasefire holds as prisoner release expected

A surprise Taliban ceasefire appeared Monday to be holding for a second day, as authorities planned to release up to 2,000 insurgents held by security forces.

Domestic flights cancelled status: Around 80 flights in Delhi, nine in Bengaluru cancelled on Day 1

Domestic flights news: A Mumbai-Delhi flight was also cancelled, passengers said that the flight was cancelled without any prior notice

Domestic flights resume, passengers complain of flights being cancelled without notice: 10 points

Domestic passenger flights are resuming across airports from today. Most airports are operating 25 flights daily. As passengers queued up outside airports from Sunday night, many complained of flights being cancelled without prior notice.

Cancelled flights, miffed passengers galore on reopening domestic flight services

Several flights still ended up getting cancelled, much to the hassle of the customers.

Covid-19: Nearly 80 flights in Delhi, over 20 in Bengaluru cancelled, chaos at airports on day 1

Passengers whose flights were cancelled said they did not get any prior notice from airlines.

80 flights cancelled at Delhi airport; airlines follow Covid-19 guidelines

The flight schedule had been made for all airports, including those in West Bengal, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, which have decided to defer or restrict flights for now

Chaos at GMR Rajiv Gandhi International Airport as many domestic flights get cancelled

Almost 120 flights were supposed to land or take flight today but only 40 were operated.

Flights Cancelled, No Refunds: Chaos At Airports As India Resumes Air Travel

Several passengers complained that they were not given any prior notice and were only informed of cancelled flights when their boarding pass was scanned.

Domestic flights take off amid chaos, confusion 

Passengers were seen harried across airports, including the national capital's IGIA, on Monday as many domestic flights were cancelled.

PHOTOS: Indians catch their first flight after 2 months

PHOTOS: Indians catch their first flight after 2 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.

Cummings ‘made a mockery’ of police lockdown enforcement, says UK police commissioner

Police and crime commissioner Martin Surl said the adviser’s actions will make it much harder to enforce restrictions.

Police must establish whether Cummings potentially broke law, commissioner says

The acting Durham police, crime and victims commissioner said there was a ‘plethora’ of additional information which deserved examination.

Police formally requested to investigate Dominic Cummings over #CumGate

Durham Constabulary have been asked to 'establish the facts' about Mr Cummings' movements.

Police asked to investigate Dominic Cummings over coronavirus lockdown trip

Durham Police has been asked to "establish the facts concerning any potential breach of the law" surrounding Dominic Cummings' visit to the county.

Cummings ‘made a mockery’ of police lockdown enforcement

Police and crime commissioner Martin Surl said the adviser’s actions will make it much harder to enforce restrictions.

'He’s not above anybody' - Mother and son protest outside Dominic Cummings' home

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

Cummings ‘made a mockery’ of police lockdown enforcement

Police and crime commissioner Martin Surl said the adviser’s actions will make it much harder to enforce restrictions.

Police must establish whether Cummings potentially broke law, commissioner says

The acting Durham police, crime and victims commissioner said there was a ‘plethora’ of additional information which deserved examination.

Dominic Cummings admits to breaking lockdown rules. What happens now?

The crucial question is whether the events of this weekend have permanently sapped public goodwill towards the government.

NHS doctor vows to resign if Dominic Cummings isn't sacked after breaking lockdown rules

Dr Dominic Pimenta appeared on Good Morning Britain today and insisted that 'we all have to draw a line in the sand somewhere'

Tony Bellew backs Dominic Cummings after he broke lockdown to visit his parents

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

'Dominic Cummings should be ashamed - I missed my brother's funeral in lockdown'

Diane Nowell, who couldn't visit or comfort her heartbroken parents due to the Government's rules, says the "Dominic Cummingses" of the world "can flout the rules because they make the rules"

Lorraine Kelly asks if Brits can appeal lockdown fines amid Dominic Cummings scandal

Dominic Cummings broke lockdown rules to drive to his parents' home

Frontline doctor vows to resign if Dominic Cummings doesn’t go first

Dr Dominic Pimenta said the Prime Minister's chief adviser ‘spits in the face of all our efforts’.

Over 250,000 people sign petition for Dominic Cummings to be sacked

The storm around Dominic Cummings’ position at the heart of Government has sparked a furious petition from the public, with a quarter of a million people signing in just two days.

Gavin Williamson backs Dominic Cummings as Black Country Tory MPs keep quiet

Gavin Williamson has defended Dominic Cummings over allegations that he breached Government lockdown rules, insisting that "at no stage" did he break the law.

READERS’ LETTERS: Untenable position but Dominic Cummings will stay

Sir, – Since lockdown was instigated grandparents have not seen grandchildren, people have died alone and funerals have been limited.

Passengers queue up outside Mumbai airport from night to take morning flights home

Flights are resuming across the country from today, including Maharashtra, where the govt was not too keen to resume operations. Passengers gathered at the airport from Sunday night to board the morning flights.

Maharashtra allows 50 flights to and from Mumbai airport today as domestic air travel resumes; U-turn hours after CM seeks more time

After much speculation about the resumption of domestic flight operations in Maharashtra due to the increasing number of coronavirus cases, the state government has allowed 25 flights to land and 25 flights to take-off from the Mumbai airport today, according to several media reports.

Domestic flights resume today: Here are the quarantine rules for passengers in different states

The Maharashtra government has allowed Mumbai airport to handle 50 domestic flights per day. Kolkata and Bagdogra airports to not operate any domestic flights between May 25-27.

Chandigarh: 13 domestic flights to take off from Chandigarh from today

The Chandigarh Airport will resume operations with total 13 domestic flights from Monday onwards in a phased manner. Flights to Srinagar, Delhi, Mumbai, Leh, Bangalore, Dharamshala, Ahmedabad, will be starting operations.

Flights resume but be prepared for cancellations, rescheduling, delays

Maharashtra agrees to 50 flights and Telangana 30 after much haggling between Centre and states

HOURS AFTER SAYING NO, CM ALLOWS FLIGHT OPERATIONS

The state govt will allow 25 pairs of flights to operate from Mumbai today

Flights resume but be prepared for cancellations, rescheduling, delays

Maharashtra agrees to 50 flights and Telangana 30 after much haggling between Centre and states

This Is My Problem With DP Ruto – COTU Boss Atwoli

Central Organization of Trade Union (COTU) boss Francis Atwoli has indicated that he has no personal differences with the Deputy President William Ruto despite being his harsh critic.Speaking at a

Atwoli: I am Not in Bad Terms With Ruto

Cotu Secretary-General Francis Atwoli has appeared to have a change of heart in the ongoing...

Ruto's Silence is Tactical - Didmus Barasa

Speaking to Kenyans.co.ke, Barasa also explained Deputy President William Ruto's silence...

Family Poisoned by Fake Ruto Donation

A family was treated after they were poisoned by donations branded William Ruto Foundation...

Kanini Kega Speaks on DP Ruto Impeachment Motion [VIDEO]

Kieni MP Kanini Kega on Monday, May 25, issued a statement regarding tabling a motion to impeach Deputy President William Ruto after...

DP Ruto Blames Political Enemies Over Poisonous Food Distributed In Kikuyu Branded With His Name

Deputy President William Ruto has denied reports on social media that he distributed harmful relief food to Kikuyu residents last week.Kenyans woke on Monday to reports that several residents of t

Qatar reports 1,501 new cases, most are expat workers

Qatar reports 1,501 new cases, most are expat workers

Qatar COVID-19 tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash

Unprecedented access to users’ location data has prompted fears about state surveillance

Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash

Privacy concerns over Qatar's coronavirus contact tracing app, a tool that is mandatory on pain of prison, have prompted a rare backlash and forced officials to offer reassurance and concessions.

Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash

Qatar's contact tracing app goes considerably further – it forces Android users to permit access to their picture and video galleries, while also allowing the app to make unprompted calls

Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash

Privacy concerns over Qatar's coronavirus contact tracing app, a tool that is mandatory on pain of prison, have prompted a rare backlash and ...

Qatar virus tracing app stirs rare privacy backlash

Privacy concerns over Qatar's coronavirus contact tracing app, a tool that is mandatory on pain of prison, have prompted a rare backlash and forced officials to offer reassurance and concessions.

Ilhan Omar Believes Joe Biden Accuser Tara Reade: 'Justice Should Never Be Denied'

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) has revealed that she believes Tara Reade's sexual assault claims against presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden.

Ilhan Omar believes Tara Reade -- and she's voting for Biden anyway

Rep. Ilhan Omar became the most prominent Democrat to say she believes Tara Reade's sex-assault accusations against presumed Democratic presidential nominee Joseph R. Biden.

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

For the first time in more than two months, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden made an in-person appearance for Memorial Day.

Joe Biden forced to make his fundraisers fully virtual – bar the price tag

The pandemic has led the presumptive Democratic nominee, like other politicians to take his high-dollar events online

Joe Biden forced to make his fundraisers fully virtual – bar the price tag

The pandemic has led the presumptive Democratic nominee, like other politicians to take his high-dollar events onlineThe coronavirus pandemic may have driven Joe Biden into his basement and forced his campaign online, but one crucial factor is still the same: his run for the White House still needs to

What lockdown? BJP's Manoj Tiwari flouts lockdown norms to play cricket; Watch video

BJP's Manoj Tiwari goes to Haryana for playing cricket

BJP's Manoj Tiwari goes to Haryana for playing cricket. The Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party chief asserted he did not break any law. He hit back at the AAP for raising the issue to 'divert attention' of media from allegations of corruption against its MLA Prakash Jarwal who is currently behind the bars.

Lockdown 4.0: Manoj Tiwari goes to Haryana to play cricket, AAP blasts him

Tiwari, however, asserted he did not break any law. He hit back at the AAP for raising the issue to

WATCH: BJP's Manoj Tiwari flouts lockdown, plays cricket without mask

Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief and MP Manoj Tiwari was seen violating the lockdown and social distancing norms as he played cricket without wearing a mask.

Did not violate social distancing, lockdown norms by playing cricket: Manoj Tiwari

Manoj Tiwari said he went for the game only after the Union home ministry allowed the stadiums to reopen.

Manoj Tiwari's cricket show leaves saffron party red-faced; Twitter asks 'how many times will he embarrass BJP'

On Monday, BJP MP Manoj Tiwari was seen flouting the lockdown norms which are laid down to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Tiwari was seen playing cricket in an academy in Haryana.

Will send to Yogi Adityanath videos of migrants hailing Uddhav Thackeray: Sanjay Raut

Sanjay Raut, whose party heads the coalition government in Maharashtra, said he would send to Adityanath video clips of migrant workers hailing Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.

UP migrants will need to inform Maharashtra govt if they wish to work here, Raj Thackeray hits out at Adityanath

A day after Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said states will have to seek permission from his government if they want UP migrant workers

Coronavirus crisis: Raj Thackeray slams UP govt over 'seek permission for migrants' remark

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) Chief Raj Thackeray slammed Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and said that the labourers would have to take permission from the Maharashtra government if they wish to work here.

Will send to Yogi videos of migrants hailing Maha CM, says Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Monday rejected Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's claim of "ill-treatment" of migrant workers

'People will die' after Boris defends Cummings for 'undermining lockdown'

People observed lockdown because they thought 'we're all in this together', a government scientist has said.

Government advisor warns 'people will die' after PM 'trashes' lockdown to save Cummings

Professor Stephen Reicher, a member of the SAGE group SPI-B, told the Mirror mixed messaging will mean fewer follow the rules adding: "If adherence falls, the infection will rise and people will die"

400 km lockdown trip: U.K. government rejects calls to sack chief aide

The opposition Labour Party has called for an official investigation.

Calls for Cummings to release phone's GPS data to prove where he's been

The data would show exactly where the senior aide has travelled over the last few months.

UK PM struggles to shift attention from aide’s trip

Plans by the British government to announce a further easing of lockdown measures are being overshadowed by an outcry over a senior aide

Police arrest Utah man suspected of killing his Tinder date

A Utah man was arrested Sunday on suspicion of murder after police say he told authorities he killed a 25-year-old woman he had met on the popular dating app Tinder.

Father, son arrested for murder

A 40-year-old man was murdered allegedly by two persons at Avarampatti village in Vaiyampatti police station limits in the district on Sunday. Vaiyampatti police arrested S. Arokiasamy, 58, and his so

Man arrested for double murder in Mysuru

The police arrested a man for killing two people in connection with a minor accident. The accused killed the duo on Sunday and the police arrest him early on Monday. Jayapura police arrested Yogesh,

Police arrest man suspected of killing his Tinder date

Police say a Utah man was arrested early Sunday morning on suspicion of murder after he allegedly reported the death of a 25-year-old woman he’d met on the dating app Tinder,

Man arrest for double murder in Mysuru

The police arrested a man for killing two people in connection with a minor accident. The accused killed the duo on Sunday and the police arrest him early on Monday. Jayapura police arrested Yogesh,

Front runner: Evariste Ndayishimiye of the ruling CNDD-FDD, pictured at the party's final campaign rally on May 16

Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs showing the ruling party's candidate on track for victory following last week's poll. The National Independent Electoral Commission will unveil the outcome of

Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president

Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs showing the ruling party's candidate on track for victory following last week's poll.

Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president

Bujumbura, Burundi | AFP | Burundi’s election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country’s next president, with all signs showing the ruling party’s candidate on track for victory following last week’s poll. The National Independent Electoral Commission will unveil the outcome of the presidential and legislative races at 1200 GMT. Local government results …

Burundi expected to announce Ndayishimiye next president

Burundi's election commission is expected Monday to declare Evariste Ndayishimiye the country's next president, with all signs

Virtual courts cannot replace open court hearing: Justice Chandrachud

India News: NEW DELHI: Supreme Court Judge and e-committee chairman Justice D Y Chandrachud on Sunday said virtual courts cannot replace open court hearings as it.

Justice Chandrachud: ‘Irrespective of curbs, courts’ duty to protect rights of citizens’

It is the duty of courts to ensure accountability and protect rights of citizens, Supreme Court judge Justice D Y Chandrachud said.

Despite public health crisis, it is courts’ duty to protect rights of citizens: Justice Chandrachud

The Supreme Court judge also said an open-court hearing is the ‘spine’ of the justice system, and cannot be substituted by virtual courts.

Increased government action necessary during emergencies, duty of courts to ensure accountability: Justice DY Chandrachud

Justice DY Chandrachud said virtual court hearings cannot replace or be a substitute to physical courts as it constitutes the spine of the judicial system.

Angry Barnard Castle OAPs say Dominic Cummings must go

Reaction was strong in the County Durham market town where the Downing Street adviser was reported to have visited in April.

Lorraine slams ‘arrogant’ Dominic Cummings as she sats ‘can the 14,000 Brits fined for breaking lockdown to appeal?’

LORRAINE Kelly slammed “arrogant” Dominic Cummings and asked “can the 14,000 Brits fined for breaking lockdown appeal?” The 60-year-old presenter raged at Prime Minister Bor…

Day by day, how Dominic Cummings described his fateful trip to Durham: A 260-mile dash, two weeks in a cottage and a test drive to Barnard Castle to 'check his eyes were OK'

The Downing Street backroom fixer was thrust into the limelight in an hour-long live TV grilling and defended his decision to drive 260 miles from London to County Durham.

Mum whose son died in lockdown blasts PM's defence of Cummings as 'offensive'

Louise Bennett, whose son Fred, 14, caught coronavirus during treatment for leukaemia, says Dominic Cummings' reasons for travelling from London to Durham "were not extraordinary circumstances" and his excuse "does not cut it"

Angry Barnard Castle OAPs say Dominic Cummings must go

Reaction was strong in the County Durham market town where the Downing Street adviser was reported to have visited in April.

Palestinian government ends coronavirus lockdown

The Palestinian government is ending its two-month coronavirus lockdown in the occupied West Bank, prime minister Mohammed Shtayyeh announced Monday after a steady decline in new cases. Shops and businesses will operate as normal from Tuesday, while government employees will return to work after the

Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank

RAMALLAH, May 25 — Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen tomorrow in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said today. The Palestinian Authority declared a health emergency in March and imposed lockdowns after the...

Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank

RAMALLAH — Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen on Tuesday in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said on Monday.

Palestinians easing coronavirus restrictions in West Bank

RAMALLAH, West Bank (Reuters) - Mosques, churches and businesses in the occupied West Bank will reopen on Tuesday in an easing of coronavirus restrictions, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said on Monday.

Ryan says no problem if Martin goes for leadership

The leader of the Green Party says he has no problem with Catherine Martin putting her name forward for a leadership contest.

Eamon Ryan says he wasn't thrown by letter that urged Catherine Martin to contest leadership

Government formation talks continue this week with a view to getting a government up and running by June.

Eamon Ryan has no interest in being Taoiseach but doesn't rule out Tánaiste role

Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has said that he has no interest in being Taoiseach as part of a rotating position in government. That would become the whole story and that is not what the Green party wants.

Eamon Ryan leaves door open to becoming tánaiste

Micheál Martin expected to be taoiseach for first half of next government

Swarms of locusts ravage north India

Three of India’s northern states, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, have been overrun by an army of locusts in the last few days that, by some accounts, have spanned a 2.5 to 3km track. Swarms were previously reported in multiple districts in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh and had reached Uttar Pradesh by the weekend. 

Ghaziabad-Delhi border sealed again, essential services personnel allowed

Ghaziabad in western Uttar Pradesh has recorded 227 cases of COVID-19 till Sunday evening, according to an official statement.

Locust attacks threaten crop damage in 17 UP districts; third state to be affected

The crop-eating pests have ravaged farms in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.

Heatwave likely to abate only after May 28; Dust storm, thunderstorm expected on May 29-30: IMD

Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh have been experiencing blistering heat for days with temperatures soaring over 45 degrees Celsius in some places.

DFA probing death of Filipino in Lebanon POLO shelter

The Department of Foreign Affairs says it is also considering 'underlying factors' as the domestic worker entered the shelter a day before her supposed suicide

Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon – embassy

Her death comes days after a rights group complained about the shelter she was in

Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon

A Filipina domestic worker has committed suicide in Lebanon at a shelter run by her embassy, consular officials said Sunday, days after a rights group complained about accommodation at the shelter....

Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon: embassy

A Filipina domestic worker has committed suicide in Lebanon at a shelter run by her embassy, consular officials said Sunday, days after a rights group complained about accommodation at the shelter.

Russian Prosecutors Ask for 18-Year Jail Term for US National Whelan on Espionage Charges, Court Says

Former US Marine Paul Whelan has been held by the Russian authorities for nearly 17 months after he was arrested in Moscow in 2018 because of a flash drive in his...

Russian prosecutors seek 18 years for ex-US marine in spy trial

Russian prosecutors on Monday called for a former US marine charged with spying to be sentenced to 18 years in prison, after a closed-door trial denounced by Washington and his family.

Russian Prosecutor Seeks Lengthy Prison Term For American On Spying Charges

Russian prosecutors have asked a Moscow court to find former Marine Paul Whelan guilty of espionage -- a charge Whelan and U.S. officials vehemently deny -- and sentence him to 18 years in prison.

Russia seeks 18-year jail term for ex-U.S. Marine accused of spying -Ifax

MOSCOW — Russian prosecutors asked a court on Monday to sentence former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan to 18 years in prison on charges of espionage, the Interfax news agency reported.

Ghaziabad orders sealing border with Delhi again over rising Coronavirus cases

The move to seal the border comes as Coronavirus cases in Delhi climbed to 13,418. As many 261 people have succumbed to the deadly infection.

Covid-19: Ghaziabad administration seals border with Delhi, only essential services allowed

In view of spurt in Covid-19 cases with travel history to Delhi, the Ghaziabad administration has decided to seal off its borders with the national ca

Lockdown 4.0: After Fresh Spike in Cases, Ghaziabad to Seal Border With Delhi Once Again

In a statement today, the district administration said that those providing essential services won't need passes and their IDs will be sufficient.

Ghaziabad seals border with Delhi over rising coronavirus cases in capital

Ghaziabad DM Ajay Shankar Pandey on Monday ordered the sealing of the Delhi-Ghaziabad border as coronavirus cases in the national capital continue to mount.

Jammu lawyer, 63, dies of Covid-19, J&K toll rises to 22

The death toll due to the novel coronavirus in J&K has gone up to 22 after a sexagenarian lawyer died at a hospital in Jammu, officials said on

Jammu Lawyer Confirmed Covid-19 Positive After Death, J&K Toll 22

The death toll due to the novel coronavirus in J&K has gone up to 22 after a sexagenarian lawyer died at a hospital in Jammu, officials said on Monday

Elderly lawyer dies of Covid-19, JK toll rises to 22

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Kulgam woman’s test returns positive for COVID-19 after death, JK toll 23

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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 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 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.

Myanmar updates UN court on ‘confidential’ Rohingya measures

AMSTERDAM, May 25 — Myanmar has filed a report on its adherence to measures to protect its Rohingya Muslim minority imposed by the United Nations’ highest court, but details of the document have not been published. Mainly-Muslim Gambia filed a suit against Myanmar in November at the...

Myanmar updates U.N. court on 'confidential' Rohingya measures

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Myanmar has filed a report on its adherence to measures to protect its Rohingya Muslim minority imposed by the United Nations’ highest court, but details of the document have not been published.

Myanmar updates top U.N. court on measures to protect Rohingya minority

AMSTERDAM – Myanmar has filed a first report with the U.N.’s highest court on its adherence to measures imposed in January to protect the Muslim minority Rohingya, the court said on Monday.

130 people say they are Jeffrey Epstein’s child to claim cut of his estate

A Florida-based legal service looking for potential heirs of the perverted moneyman told The Sun it has been contacted by at least 386 people.

130 People Claim to be Jeffrey Epstein's Child to Get Cut of $634M Estate

Previously, it was reported that a Jeffrey Epstein documentary was set to be released via Netflix, and a trailer for the doc surfaced as well. The ...

Jeffrey Epstein: Up to 130 people claim they could be child of dead financier with £470m fortune

More than 100 people claim they could be the offspring of the deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein, who is thought to have had a personal fortune of around £470 million.A DNA company, which set up a website called epsteinheirs.com, said as many as 130 people had come forward – including a number of Britons

Amit Shah extends Eid greetings

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PM Modi greets people on Eid-ul-Fitr

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Gunfight breaks out in Kulgam

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NAF trains 94 Special Forces, 35 personnel in RTC Bauchi – Air Chief

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal (AM) Sadique Abubakar said that 94 Special Forces (SF) and 35 personnel had been trained at..

Eid El-Fitr: CAS celebrates Salah with frontline troops, charges them not to give bandits breathing space

In keeping with the tradition of celebrating festive period with frontline troops to boost their morale and foster comradeship, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar yesterday, visited 213 Forward Operation Base (213 FOB), Katsina to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr with the frontline troops of Operation Hadarin Daji.

NAF trains 94 Special Forces, 35 personnel in RTC Bauchi – Air Chief

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal (AM) Sadique Abubakar said that 94 Special Forces (SF) and 35 personnel had been trained

Paul Cairns death: First picture of man who died in alleged Ayrshire ‘shooting’

THIS is the first picture of the man who died in an alleged Ardrossan shooting yesterday. Paul Cairns, 42, was killed in the alleged firearms incident at a house in Nithsdale Road in the Ayrshire t…

Suspect arrested after man killed in Ayrshire ‘shooting’

A SUSPECT has been arrested after a man was killed in an alleged Ardrossan shooting. Paul Cairns, 42, died after the alleged firearms incident in the Ayrshire town yesterday. Armed cops and a force…

Paul Kearns death: First picture of man who died in alleged Ayrshire ‘shooting’

THIS is the first picture of the man who died in an alleged Ardrossan shooting yesterday. Paul Kearns, 42, was killed in the alleged firearms incident at a house in Nithsdale Road in the Ayrshire t…

Dutch PM's mother dies at age 96

Prime Minister Mark Rutte's mother Mieke Rutte-Dilling passed away on Wednesday, May 13, the Prime Minister confirmed on Monday. She was 96 years old. "In addition to the great sorrow and all the

Mother of Dutch PM has died at age 96 : government statement

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said on Monday his mother had died at the age of 96 on May 13.

Mother of Dutch PM has died at age 96 : government statement

AMSTERDAM – Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said on Monday his mother had died at the age of 96 on May 13.

'No Eid in our home': Pakistani families mourn plane crash victims

As Fazal Rahmaan, 80 and his wife, Wahida Rahmaan, 74, boarded a plane in the Pakistani city of Lahore on Friday, their family's biggest fear was that they might get catch the coronavirus on their

Pakistani families mourn plane crash victims, no Aidilfitri celebration

KARACHI, May 25 — As Fazal Rahmaan, 80 and his wife, Wahida Rahmaan, 74, boarded a plane in the Pakistani city of Lahore on Friday, their family's biggest fear was that they might get catch the coronavirus on their way to spend the holiday in Karachi. Instead the couple, who had been married for...

'No Eid in our home': Pakistani families mourn crash victims

Pakistan News: KARACHI/ISLAMABAD: As Fazal Rahmaan, 80 and his wife, Wahida Rahmaan, 74, boarded a plane in the Pakistani city of Lahore on Friday, their family's bi.

Reports of my appointment to lead COVID-19 growth C’ttee is misinformation – Okowa

GOVERNOR Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State, Monday debunked media reports that he has been appointed by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo t

Okowa not chairman NEC sub-committee on COVID-19 economic growth – DTSG

Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, Chief Press Secretary to Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, has debunked media reports that the governor has been appointed

JD(U) MLA reply to migrant’s job query: ‘Why couldn’t your father give one’

Leader of Opposition in Bihar Assembly Tejashwi Prasad Yadav termed the JD (U) MLA's statement "insensitive".

Did your father give you a job?: JD(U) MLA’s reply to a migrant worker’s query on employment

Randhir Kumar Soni defended himself saying that his remarks were directed at an individual he had known for a long time.

Time running out for Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa

PRESSURE is mounting on the country’s political leadership to put their differences aside and hold much-needed dialogue to help end the country’s deepening economic crisis.

Mnangagwa running out of time

PRESSURE is mounting on the country's political leadership to put their differences aside and hold much-needed dialogue to help end the country's deepening econ...

China demands US withdraw sanctions on tech suppliers

China demand Monday that Washington withdraw export sanctions imposed on Chinese companies in the latest round of a worsening conflict over technology, security and human rights.

China demands U.S. withdraw sanctions on tech suppliers

China demand Monday that Washington withdraw export sanctions imposed on Chinese companies in the latest round of a worsening conflict over technology, security and human rights.

UN: Libya coast guard intercepts, detains about 400 migrants

CAIRO — Libya’s coast guard intercepted about 400 Europe-bound migrants off the country’s Mediterranean coast over the past two days, and brought them to the capital of Tripoli from where they were taken to a detention centre, the U.N. migration agency said Monday.

Attacker attempts to stab Israeli officer, shot: police

CAIRO: Libya’s coast guard intercepted about 400 Europe-bound migrants off the country’s Mediterranean coast over the past two days, and brought them to the capital of Tripoli from where they were taken to a detention center, the UN migration agency said Monday. Safa Msehli, a spokeswoman for the International Organization for Migration said the migrants were taken to the

Exclusive: Ukraine's anti-graft bureau probes state tender for medical suits

KIEV (Reuters) - Ukrainian anti-corruption officials are investigating a tender for 71,000 hospital protective suits during the coronavirus pandemic after the government for the first time bypassed its own procurement rules in the health sector.

Exclusive: Ukraine’s anti-graft bureau probes state tender for medical suits

Kiev– Ukrainian anti-corruption officials are investigating a tender for 71,000 hospital protective suits during the coronavirus pandemic after the government for the first time bypassed its own procurement rules in the health sector.

How Sonu Sood Replies to Migrant Workers on Twitter Deserves Whole New Round of Appreciation

Sending migrant workers to their homes is a big noble gesture by Sonu Sood but how he assures them in tweets that they are definitely going home is truly heartening.

In PICS! Sonu Sood memes trend on Twitter, users compare him to Sushma Swaraj

In PICS! Sonu Sood memes trend on Twitter, users compare him to Sushma Swaraj: - Summary of the Gallery

UK schools will open June 1: Boris

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed primary schools will open on June 1 and secondary schools will “provide some contact” from June 15 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

British PM says schools will reopen on June 1

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday said that schools will reopen on June 1 as the UK enters phase two of lockdown exit, The Independent reported.

Aide to British PM at centre of scandal to make statement, says media

LONDON, May 25 — Dominic Cummings, a close adviser to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson who is facing calls for his resignation over a trip that many believe broke coronavirus lockdown rules, will make a public statement today, Sky News and ITV reported. — Reuters

Aide to British PM at centre of scandal to make statement: media

LONDON (Reuters) - Dominic Cummings, a close adviser to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson who is facing calls for his resignation over a trip that many believe broke coronavirus lockdown rules, will make a public statement on Monday, Sky News and ITV reported.

Horgan welcomes news Ottawa will be pursuing paid sick leave

B.C. Premier John Horgan is applauding news that the federal government is looking at ensuring 10 days of paid sick leave for workers.The premier has been advocating for a national sick-leave program. . .

Horgan welcomes news Ottawa will be pursuing paid sick leave

CINDY E. HARNETTTimes ColonistB.C. Premier John Horgan is applauding news that the federal government is looking at ensuring 10 days of paid sick leave for workers.The premier has been advocating for. . .

Buhari, family members observe Eid prayer inside Aso Villa

President Muhammadu Buhari and members of his family yesterday observed the Eid-El-Fitr prayer at the presidential quarters in line with the protocol

COVID-19 reduces developing, advanced countries to same level – Buhari

Our Reporters  The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), said on Sunday that he observed the Eid-el-Fitr prayers at his State House residence because of the raging COVID-19 pandemic...

France to clamp down on illegal motorbike 'rodeo' rides

PARIS — The French government is to step up plans to clamp down on illegal motorbike “rodeo” rides, which often spark conflict between youths and the police in poor areas, it said on Monday.

France to clamp down on illegal motorbike 'rodeo' rides

PARIS (Reuters) - The French government is to step up plans to clamp down on illegal motorbike “rodeo” rides, which often spark conflict between youths and the police in poor areas, it said on Monday.

High Court hears case of unknown 'John Doe' in psychiatric hospital for over 30 years

An elderly man has remained in a psychiatric hospital here for more than 30 years without his true identity having ever been established, the High Court has heard.

Unidentified man has been in Irish psychiatric hospital for 30 years

Efforts to establish John Doe’s true identity or find next of kin have failed, court hears

Airbus team to arrive in Karachi today to investigate plane crash

The European aerospace company will run an independent investigation into the plausible reasons for the crash

Team of French experts to probe PIA plane crash to arrive tomorrow

The team will conduc­t invest­igatio­n for 16 hours, take the black box and voice record­er with them to decode­

One dead, three injured when wall collapses in KZN

One person was killed and three others injured when a boundary wall collapsed in Inanda, north of Durban, on Monday.

One dead, three injured when wall collapses in KZN

One person was killed and three others injured when a boundary wall collapsed in Inanda, north of Durban, on Monday.

Akwa Ibom decries absence of COVID-19 test centre

Governor Udom Emmanuel at the weekend regretted that in spite of Akwa Ibom’s ‘25 per cent’ contribution to Nigeria’s revenue, the Federal Government was yet to prioritise setting a COVID-19 test centre in the state.

COVID-19 could push Nigeria into another recession — Attah

By Omeiza Ajayi, Elder Statesman, Obong Victor Attah, is an architect was governor of Akwa Ibom State from 1999 to 2007. In this interview with Vanguard, Attah who had since resigned from politics, and now a leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, expresses concerns that Nigeria could be heading towards another recession dueRead More

Police release CCTV after attempted shop raid in Dundee

The man in the footage could help police with their investigation.

Police release CCTV images of man in store at time of Dundee attempted robbery

CCTV images of a man Dundee police say may be able to "help with enquiries" into an attempted robbery have been released.

Indian Army Chief's remark on Lipulekh issue an insult to our history: Nepal defence minister

South Asia News: Criticising Indian Army Chief Manoj Mukund Naravane's remarks on Kathmandu acting on "behest of someone" over the Lipulekh issue, Nepal defence minist

Indian Army Chief's remark on Lipulekh issue an insult to our history: Nepal Defence Min

Indian Army Chief's remark on Lipulekh issue an insult to our history: Nepal Defence Min: Criticising Indian Army Chief Manoj Mukund Naravane's remarks on Kathmandu acting on

Reggie Bush says paying college athletes will 'destroy some people'

Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush voiced strong concerns over the NCAA's recent support of a player endorsement plan, saying that paying college athletes who don't have the proper guidance is "going to destroy some people."

Reggie Bush says paying college athletes will 'destroy some people'

Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush voiced strong concerns over the NCAA's recent support of a player endorsement plan, saying that paying college athletes who don't have the proper guidance is "going to destroy some people."

JUST IN: 69 Nigerians arrive from Lebanon

Fifty trafficked girls and 19 stranded Nigerians arrived from Lebanon on Sunday night.Their evacuation was at the expense of the Lebanese...

50 trafficked ladies arrive in Nigeria from Lebanon

Kayode Oyero The Federal Government has said 69 stranded persons including 50 trafficked Nigerian ladies arrived in the country from Lebanon on Sunday. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffr...

One dead, several injured in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway accidents

One person was confirmed dead and several others injured in two separate accidents on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Sunday. The Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps in Ogun, Mr Clement O...

One dies as two accidents occur on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

One person was confirmed dead and several others injured in two separate accidents on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Sunday.Mr Clement Oladele,...

A year after Theo's disappearance, Hayez family searches for answers

The family of missing Belgian backpacker Theo Hayez is pleading for anyone with information to come forward as the one year anniversary of his disappearance approaches. 

A year after Theo's disappearance, Hayez family searches for answers

The family of missing Belgian backpacker Theo Hayez is pleading for anyone with information to come forward as the one year anniversary of his disappearance approaches.