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Buhari to spend three days in Egypt
President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja on Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt to attend a meeting designed to set “an agenda for sustainable peace and development in Africa.” Femi Adesina, presidential
HC stays toll collection on Doddaballapur highway
Government was unable to confirm that work on the State Highway has been completed
More than 2,000 koalas dead after Australian bush fires
Experts said the blaze has ravaged koala habitat so rapidly that 'we will probably never find the bodies'.
Diners barred for life over video showing them 'snorting drugs' at city restaurant
Police are investigating after the video was circulated on social media
Delhi Anaj Mandi fire: After victims’ families object, bodies of Bihar residents to be taken home by road
Bowing to pressure from families of those killed in the Anaj Mandi fire on December 8, the Bihar government has decided to send the bodies of the State’s residents home by road instead of train.Earlie
Hong Kongers await Beijing olive branch
The question on many lips now is if chief executive Carrie Lam will reach out.
Rape-murder victim's relatives to get guns and guards
India has long battled a high number of violent crimes against women, particularly sexual assault
General Election seats to watch: Wales
There are opportunities – and risks – for all parties on December 12.
House Democrats to lay out articles of impeachment Tuesday after judiciary hearing
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Democratic chairs plan to announce articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump on Tuesday, House foreign affairs Committee Chairman Eliot Engel said after a day of House judiciary hearings on Monday.
Boris Johnson says he will stop immigrants from treating Britain 'as their own country'
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has vowed to stop European Union migrants from treating Britain “as their own country” if he wins this week’s general election.
BJP will not indulge in Operation Kamala, says Kateel
Kateel said it was teamwork by BJP leaders that resulted in the party winning the maximum number of seats.
Firemen hailed as heroes in Delhi horror blaze
NEW DELHI: Two firemen who rescued 27 people were hailed as heroes Monday (Dec 9) after Delhi's deadliest fire in decades killed 43, prompting ...
Is the FDA's Speedy Approval of New Drugs Putting Us at Risk?
The Food and Drug Administration's rapid approval of drugs may be a blessing in disguise, potentially putting life-threatening drugs into the marketplace.
Asaduddin Owaisi tears copy of Citizenship Bill in Parliament, says it tries to divide India
AIMIM president and MP Asaduddin Owaisi tore a copy of the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2019, in the Lok Sabha, saying that the Bill tries to divide the country.
Owaisi tears copy of Citizenship Amendment Bill , says it aims to make Muslims ‘stateless’
Owaisi’s act invites sharp reactions from treasury benches which described his act an ‘insult’ to Parliament.
Russia to miss Tokyo 2020 Olympics after four-year ban from major sporting events by Wada
Athletes who can prove they are untainted by the doping scandal will be able to compete at the Olympics under a neutral flag.
'Discussed weather': Ajit Pawar on public chat with Fadnavis post BJP-NCP fall
Fadnavis had on November 23 returned as chief minister propped up by Ajit Pawar, who was made his deputy.
Lebanon’s Greek Orthodox Archbishop: Country Ruled by One Person, Armed Group
Sharp remarks by Greek Orthodox Archbishop Elias Aude on Sunday sparked a wave of counter reactions among Lebanon’s political and religious figures. Aude celebrated a mass in downtown Beirut, marking the 14th anniversary of the assassination of law
White Island eruption: Australian politician David Leyonhjelm blasted for 'insensitive' tweet
"But the emissions..." wrote Leyonhjelm.
Perthshire villagers rally round to save Christmas lights after vandals wreck them
The spirit of Christmas is alive and well in Kennoway despite vandals wrecking the village's festive lights.
‘Toxic’ Mueller Impeachment Article Threatens to Split Dems
When Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced on Thursday that House Democrats would proceed with articles of impeachment, she did so in the language of duty, history, and the Constitution. “This has nothing to do with politics,” she said. “It’s about the Constitution of the United States.”In almost the same breath
Mohammed Alshamrani: Saudi pilot who killed three sailors was ‘left infuriated after being called ‘pornstache’’
The Saudi air force trainee who killed three sailors at a US navy base last week reportedly made an official complaint about being called “pornstache” by one of his instructors. Mohammed Alshamrani
Boris Johnson Takes Aim at Pro-Brexit Labour Seats Across UK in Last Push Before National Vote
Polling stations across Britain will open on 12 December, with voters expected to throw their weight behind one of the listed candidates. The biggest stumbling block still surrounds how they (and their electorate) view Britain’s future in or outside the EU.
UPDATED: Civil society gives FG 14-day ultimatum over Sowore
Friday Olokor, Abuja A coalition of over 200 civil society organisations on Monday issued a 14-day ultimatum within which President Muhammadu Buhari should show commitment to the rule of law fac...
Finland is about to get the world’s youngest Prime Minister
At just 34 years old, Sanna Marin is about to make history as she becomes the world’s youngest prime minister.
Andy Whyment reveals I’m A Celebrity Brexit ban
There was one topic that was not up for discussion in the jungle camp.
Telangana encounter: High Court asks for bodies of rape suspects to be preserved for four more days
The court ordered that the bodies will have to be transferred to a Hyderabad hospital in air-conditioned ambulances.
No Study Shows Indians Immune From Air Pollution: WHO Responds To Prakash Javadekar
Prakash Javadekar had said on Friday that there were not studies done in India to prove air pollution affected the health of people.
Supreme Court declines to hear ACLU challenge to Kentucky's abortion ultrasound law
Kentucky's new restrictions on abortion will be allowed to stand without further challenge. The Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge to the law requiring women see a fetal ultrasound and listen to a heartbeat before getting an abortion, giving no comment for its Monday decision. Now, the bill signed into law by recently outvoted Gov. Matt Bevin (R) will go into effect. Bevin signed the abortion restriction into law in 2017, and it has been entangled in court challenges ever since. The ACLU contended that the ultrasound and fetal heartbeat had no medical backing and that mandating them violated doctors' free speech rights. But the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against the plaintiffs, declaring "as a First Amendment matter, there is nothing suspect with a state's requiring a doctor, before performing an abortion, to make truthful, non-misleading factual disclosures." Only four Supreme Court justices have to say they want to hear an appeal in order for it to appear on their docket. Yet this was a free…
Flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital charged with graft
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - The flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital city, Nairobi, has been charged with 19 counts of graft-related charges as the country struggles to tackle runaway corruption.
Ghani Calls for Regional, Int’l Support for Afghan Peace
President Ashraf Ghani on Monday addressed the eighth ministerial conference of the “Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process” in Turkey and emphasized the need for a political solution to the confli
Man jailed over plot to attack Israeli embassy
A Jordanian court on Monday sentenced a man to eight years in prison for allegedly plotting to attack the Israeli embassy in Amman last year. The state security court ruled that Khaled Abu Raya ...
Ron Lauder Pledges $25 Million for Campaign Against Anti-Semitism
Mr. Lauder, a billionaire and longtime Republican contributor, cast the effort as more aggressive than that of other Jewish advocacy groups, outlining plans to air television and radio ads.
31 Army personnel killed in terrorist attacks along LoC from 2016 to 2018: Govt
In written response to a question in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik said that in 2016, six Army personnel died in terrorist attacks, followed by 13 in 2017 and 12 in 2018.
US confirms Washington visit by Russian foreign minister
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will welcome his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov on Tuesday - the Russian's first visit to Washington since a ...
The Runaway Train of Cognitive Enhancement
How far can we “improve” our mind before we lose our sense of identity and authenticity?
Two arrested on suspicion of homophobic abuse after Brighton vs Wolves match
It is the latest in a series of allegedly discriminatory incidents in the Premier League.
Hungry bears and a legends parade: Monday's best photos
The Guardian’s picture editors select photo highlights from around the world
Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani's fiery media appearances
Attorney General William Barr became so concerned about Rudy Giuliani’s actions that he warned President Donald Trump that his personal attorney was becoming a liability, three people familiar with the conversations told The Washington Post.
Sowore’s rearrest in court, national tragedy – Gani Adams
Gani Adams, has expressed his disappointment in the actions of operatives of the DSS, following the rearrest of Omoyele Sowore...
Remember who you are, U.S. senator tells Nigerians, other Africans
New York State senator Robert Jackson, at the weekend told Nigerians and other black people around the world that “Africa is waiting”
Met Office issues yellow weather warning - predicting 60-70 mph winds across Lancashire
Weather experts at the Met Office have issued a yellow weather warning of high winds for Lancashire and the North West tomorrow (Tuesday, December 10, 2019).
Man arrested after barricading himself inside synagogue
A man who barricaded himself inside a Victoria synagogue for four hours Monday morning was eventually apprehended by police under the Mental Health Act and taken to hospital.Victoria police Const. . . .
Two Wolves supporters arrested on suspicion of homophobic abuse during Brighton game
Two Wolves supporters have been arrested on suspicion of homophobic abuse during the team’s game against Brighton.
General Election seats to watch: North-west England
The Tories are eyeing a dozen gains in this battleground region.
Peaceful Hong Kong march marred by fire outside court, police say
Hong Kong: Hong Kong protesters set fire outside court buildings, threw petrol bombs and spray-painted graffiti on government buildings, marring what was otherwise a "generally peaceful" march over the weekend, police said on Monday.
Jewish Journalist Accuses Swedish Police of Enlarging Her Nose on ID Card
While many interpreted what the Jewish journalist claimed to be a doctored photograph as yet another token of age-old hatred of Jews, others saw no trace of anti-Semitism but rather a bad printer.
Anti-discrimination campaigners call for joint response after weekend of shame
Premier League clubs reacted strongly in the wake of alleged incidents of homophobic and racist abuse.
WMPD: Employees find drugs, card scanner while cleaning West Monroe hotel
West Monroe police arrested two people Sunday after getting a call about suspicious activity at the Comfort Inn on Constitution Drive.
Updated: Amnesty Int’l, SERAP threaten mass action over Sowore’s rearrest
Following the 'combative' rearrest of Convener of RevolutionNow movement, Omoyele Sowore, by the Department of State Services, DSS, at the....SERAP
Boris Johnson Snatches Reporter’s Phone to Avoid Looking at Photo of Sick Child
There are hundreds of ways Boris Johnson could have handled this interview—and he may well have picked the worst one.Days ahead of Thursday’s general election, when the Conservative prime minister is hoping to secure a majority to be able to force through his Brexit project at the start of next year,
Plymouth Lib Dem candidate denies he is pulling out of General Election
Graham Reed says his name will definitely be on the ballot paper in Plymouth Sutton and Devonport on Thursday
Celtic pub Queens Park Cafe ‘attacked by balaclava thugs with bottles’ after Hoops’ win over Rangers in Betfred Cup
A CELTIC pub has been attacked following their Betfred Cup Final win over Rangers this afternoon. Photos online show the windows of Queens Park Cafe, on Victoria Road, smashed in. The incident is s…
‘Our Beaches Are Not Ashtrays’ Anti-Litter Campaign Launched On Cape Town Beaches
“Our Beaches are not Ashtrays” is the message of a public awareness drive targeting Cape Town beachgoers over the busy festive season. The campaign is an initiative of tobacco company Philip Morris SA, and is supported by the City of Cape Town and the Clean C NGO, which runs regular beach-clean-ups along the coastline on […]
‘Increase minimum wage of workers to ₹21,000’
Alleging that the labour laws were being diluted, workers have demanded the revival of the Contract Labour Advisory Board and minimum wage of ₹21,000. ‘Karmika Garjana’ Addressing a ‘Karmika Garjana’
It Looks Like a B-2 Bomber: Here Comes Russia's Okhotnik Stealth Drone
Take a look.
'Middle-class' carriages: Rail passengers offered 'premium economy' fares
Three classes of travel will be introduced to Britain's railways for the first time in 60 years, the chief executive of the new West Coast mainline has announced.
ACB traps Sub-Registrar, computer operator
‘Accused sought bribe for registering a lease deed’
Tripura: Two anti-CAB strikes paralyse life in state, over 1,000 detained
Examinations in government colleges had to be postponed, while train services and road transport were hit.
Jordan: Parliament Refers 2 Former Ministers to Court, Refuses to Waive Immunity of MP
The Jordanian parliament agreed on the judiciary request to refer two former ministers to court on charges of abusing their job jurisdictions, while it refused to waive the immunity of two deputies in two different cases. The Parliamentary Legal Comm
Sweden’s former China envoy charged over detained HK bookseller
Anna Lindstedt alleged to have held unauthorised negotiations with foreign power
Northern Ireland constituency profile - three
The DUP won ten of Northern Ireland's 18 seats in the 2017 Westminster Election, called by Theresa May.
Putin, Zelenskyy to hold first summit on Ukraine conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin will for the first time hold formal talks with his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy over the conflict in Ukraine's east on Monday in a much-anticipated summit in the French capital, Paris.
Extrajudicial killing fears as Indians cheer Hyderabad 'shootout'
The shooting of four gang-rape and murder suspects by Indian police has highlighted the scourge of extrajudicial killings in a nation grappling with high levels of sexual crimes and a notoriously slow judicial process.
Tories urge pro-UK voters to unite and back them in Scotland
Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw made the plea as he said the election is ‘on a knife edge’.
Accused Internet streaming services pirate gets R2k bail
SAPS arrest a suspect in Cape Town for selling pirate Internet streaming devices and online content subscriptions.
Fayemi tasks police to fish out ‘killers’ during council poll
Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, has directed the police to fish out the killers of one Dotun Kosedake who was shot dead ...
Calls for ‘Compulsive Liar’ AG Barr to Resign Swell After Misleading Statement About DOJ’s FBI Report
Attorney General William Barr was widely accused of lying, dishonesty and being an all around hack for President Donald Trump on Monday afternoon over his reaction to the Department of Justice (DOJ) Officer of Inspector General (OIG) report on alleged abuses of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) leading up to the Russiagate investigation started by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
St Andrews luxury hotel and golf course sold to Hong Kong investors
Fairmont St Andrews, one of Scotland’s most prestigious hotels, has been sold to a new Hong Kong property company targeting global investments in the golf and hospitality industries.
Updated: Incessant military air crashes in Nigeria frightening — Gbajabiamila
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabimaila has regretted the incessant military air crashes in the country, describing it as frightening.
Topman slammed for 'glamorising violence' after selling mock stab vests
Anti-knife campaigners say the fashion business is feeding off the knife crime epidemic while a father of a knife crime victim said Topman is glamorising the crime culture
China reportedly bans foreign technology in its government and public offices
China is reportedly planning to ban all government offices and public institutions from using foreign software and computers in a move that could dent sales by US tech companies and increase tensions at a crucial moment in the trade war.
Court orders Sokha to stand trial on January 15 for treason
The Phnom Penh Municipal Court has set January 15 as the trial date for Kem Sokha, the former president of the Supreme Court-dissolved Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) who is under court-supervised bail on a treason charge. In a press release issued on Monday, the municipal court said Sokha will stand trial on the conspiracy charge under Article 443 of the Criminal Code.
YCSO: Man arrested after man with head trauma dies in Cornville
Officials were dispatched to a Cornville home around 6:30 p.m. on Saturday where a 22-year-old man was suffering from a severe head injury.
China says people held in Xinjiang camps have 'graduated', condemns U.S. bill
BEIJING (Reuters) - People held in camps in China’s Xinjiang region have now “graduated” and new trainees will have the freedom to come and go, the regional governor said on Monday.
Michael Healy-Rae brought to hospital after fire in his shop in Co Kerry
Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae has been brought to hospital following a fire in his shop.The blaze i...
Special Police Operation against Drunk or Drugged Drivers
A special police operation against driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs is taking place in Bulgaria, the press office of the Ministry of the Interior reported. The EU-wide operation by European traffic police Tispol will take place from 10 to 16 December.
Johnson Says He May Find a Way to ‘Lie in Front of Bulldozers’ to Oppose Heathrow's 3rd Runway
Campaigners oppose Heathrow's expansion because of its contribution to air pollution and global warming. There are also concerns over the possible demolition of homes as well as the overall cost to the public purse.
GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing
"That time your lawyer makes a stop at the Whole Foods hot bar on his way to defend you in Congress," comic Lizz Winstead tweeted.
DCW Chief Swati Maliwal Urges Smriti Irani to Disburse ‘Nirbhaya’ Fund to States
The Union Home Ministry on December 5 sanctioned Rs 100 crores from 'Nirbhaya' Fund for setting up women help desks at police stations across the country.
With Two Days Left, Deadlocked Israel Faces Repeat Vote
Israel edged closer to a third election within a year Monday as neither the embattled premier Benjamin Netanyahu nor his main rival appeared close to forming a government two days before a deadline. Right-winger Netanyahu and former army general Benn
Trump impeachment drive enters crucial week in divided Congress
Democrats accuse Trump of abusing his power by allegedly linking military aid for Ukraine and a White House meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky to a request...
113 nominations received in Virudhunagar district
Virudhunagar A total of 113 nominations, seven for panchayat presidents and 106 for panchayat ward members, were filed on Monday, the first day for filing papers for the rural local body elections.Aft
Democrats poised to unveil two impeachment articles vs. Trump
House Democrats are poised to unveil two articles of impeachment against U.S. President Donald Trump -- abuse of power and obstruction of Congress -- with an announcement expected early Tuesday.
Turkey expects EU Council to have constructive, objective stance
Turkey expects the European Council to have a constructive attitude, apart from political motives, Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu said Monday. “We...
Rupee darts up 16 paise to 71.04 against U.S. dollar
The rupee pared initial losses and settled 16 paise up at 71.04 against the U.S. dollar on Monday amid softening crude oil prices and weakening of the greenback vis-a-vis other currencies overseas. Fr
Tiger skin, foetuses found in Indonesia poacher case
The skin of a critically endangered Sumatran tiger and four foetuses have been confiscated after the arrest of several suspected poachers, Indonesian police said.
Cherry Blossoms Prompt Full-Blown Scandal for Japan’s PM
It might be the most Japanese of political scandals: a furore over Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's guest list at a party to mark the annual cherry blossom season.
Ondo driver: Court remands killer cop in prison
Peter Dada, Akure An Ondo State Magistrates
Inflated haredi draft numbers: 'The orders came from the top'
Former officer in IDF's manpower directorate who was involved in inflating of haredi draft numbers says orders 'came from the top.'
***Live Updates*** House Judiciary Committee Holds Second Impeachment Hearing | Breitbart
The House Judiciary Committee will hold its second impeachment inquiry hearing on Monday. Stay tuned to Breitbart News for live updates. All times eastern. | Politics
‘Threatening’ behaviour towards Smriti Irani: Apologise flatly, govt tells two Congress MPs
They face suspension for five days
Revealed: Juice Wrld died after 'swallowing painkillers to HIDE them from cops' after private jet pilot alerted Chicago police that rapper was flying in with 70 pounds of marijuana, hand guns and armour-piercing bullets
Police and federal agents had been waiting inside the Atlantic Aviation hangar for the 21-year-old's flight to arrive from Los Angeles at 1:30am Sunday, following claims drugs and guns on board.
10 details you may have missed in this year’s White House Christmas decorations
First lady Melania Trump unveiled the 2019 White House Christmas decorations in several glittering rooms on Monday, keeping with the theme of “The Spirit of America.”
Finnish minister Sanna Marin to become world's youngest PM
Marin, 34, has been a lawmaker since 2015 and served as until this week as the minster for transport and communications.
‘There Were No Safety Features’: Outrage Follows New Delhi Fire
The blaze at an illegal factory in New Delhi was one of the worst in recent years. The victims were migrant laborers from poor villages.
Amit Shah tables Citizenship Amendment bill in Lok Sabha
Meanwhile, BJP's former ally, Shiv Sena, is yet to clear its stand on the CAB.
Democrats focus on abuse of power, obstruction in impeachment
The panel’s Republican counsel, Steve Castor, accused Democrats of pursuing an “artificial and arbitrary political deadline” to overturn the 2016 election and impeach Trump’s before the Christmas holiday.
The Children of ISIS Don’t Belong in Cages, Either
The world is failing innocent victims of the war on terrorism.
Terror Roundup: Two Separate Stabbing Attempts in Hebron
Other terror-related incidents that took place in Israel yesterday included a rabbi who was pulled out of his vehicle and beaten by Arabs in front of his kids in the central city of Lod.
Anthony Joshua dreams of future world title defence in Nigeria
Joshua, who is of Nigerian heritage, visited the country earlier this year and was inspired to return in a boxing capacity.
READ: Top House Intel Investigator Makes The Ukraine Case In Opening Statement
The House Intelligence Committee on Tuesday released the prepared remarks of Daniel Goldman, the committee’s director of investigations and its...
Police give update after man on night out with friends left with serious head injury
The 38-year-old victim suffered from the injury during the brutal attack on Sunday morning
Lightning may have been to blame for Michael Healy-Rae fire, locals say
TD brought to hospital from Kilgarvin for smoke inhalation treatment after small blaze at premises
The Truth About a Hamas Supporter that Might Become England’s Prime Minister on Thursday
On Thursday, December 12, Great Britain will hold their general elections. The leader of the Labour Party (England's version of the Democrats) is a man named Jeremy Corbyn. In the following tongue in cheek video, the Israel Advocacy Movement breaks down why his rise in the polls is so dangerous.
Germany’s relations with Qatar not limited to business: Envoy
The Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the State of Qatar, H E Hans-Udo Muzel said that friendship and cooperation between the two countries is not limited to business, as Berlin is partnering with Doha in many other fields to jointly tackle the challenges of the future, saying that Qatar is an important partner for his country during its non-permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council in 2019-2020, sharing a common vision of a multilateral framework based on a rules-based world order.
How Buhari encouraged Egyptian revolutionary protest in 2011 ― Falana
Mr. Femi Falana, SAN, has revealed that President Muhammadu Buhari had 2011 urged Nigerians to emulate and be prepared for a revolution
Madison woman found slumped over wheel of running car, arrested on OWI charges, police say
A Madison woman was arrested on suspicion of fourth-offense OWI after she was found slumped over the wheel of a running car, police said.
Official: China hopes for US trade pact as tariff hike nears
BEIJING (AP) - A Chinese official says Beijing wants a prompt settlement of its trade war with Washington.
WATCH: OAN Begins Posting The Tinfoil-Hatted Fruits Of Giuliani’s Trip To Ukraine
We’re getting a first look at the fruits of Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani’s mission to Ukraine. One America News began...
Sonko remanded until Wednesday to await bail ruling
and JOOSEPH MURAYA NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 – Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and his co-accused persons were on Monday sent to remand prison after facing - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
North Korea calls Trump ‘erratic old man’ after tweets
The comments came after Donald Trump tweeted that North Korea’s Kim Jong Un would not want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
Macron positive after Zelenskiy's first face-to-face with Putin
A ceasefire and further prisoner swaps are among the items on the agenda at the summit in Paris.
One person, one gun: Govt moves further changes to Arms Amendment Bill
The further amendment to the Bill seeks to provide special status for sportspersons. 'Many suggestions were received. I have moved an official amendment in this regard also,' he said. The Bill was tabled in Lok Sabha on November 29.
Second man in Mountlake Terrace pot shop robbery sentenced
Bradford Johnson was sentenced to 12½ years in prison, for holding up employees at gunpoint.
Scottish Labour out to defy polls once again
The party picked up seven MPs in the 2017 General Election against expectations.
Ronnie Liu gives statement over event commemorating Hat Yai Peace Accord
KUALA LUMPUR: Sungai Pelek assemblyman Ronnie Liu has given his statement to police over his attendance at the 30th anniversary of the Hat Yai Peace Accord last week.
Massive US military convoy arrives base in western Iraq: media
BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:20 P.M.) – A massive U.S. military convoy reportedly arrived in western Iraq this week amid recent attacks carried out near their installations inside the country. According to Al-Sumaria TV, the U.S. military convoy consisted of 500 vehicles that entered Iraq from neighboring Jordan. The U.S. military convoy reportedly reached their final destination at the ‘Ayn Al-Assad Base in Iraq’s Al-Anbar province. No further details were released regarding the alleged U.S. military convoy. Last week, a rocket attack was reported near the ‘Ayn Al-Assad Base in the Heet District of Al-Anbar – no one claimed responsibility for the projectile fire.
JNU protests: Students take out demonstration march, traffic hit in South Delhi
JNU students took out the protest march to the Rashtrapati Bhavan demanding an appointment with the president, who is also the visitor of the university, to seek his intervention in the hostel fee hike issue
PFN rejects new marriage certificate law by FG
PFN, has kicked against the newly introduced marriage certificate law by FG and chided Ministry of Interior of imposing such anti-Christian law on church.
Quake rattles Tuscany, no injuries reported
ROME (AP) - An earthquake struck Tuscany north of Florence on Monday, sending frightened people into the street in the middle of the night, opening up cracks in walls and damaging a church.
Supreme Court to hear DMK plea challenging validity of local bodies’ poll notification
It deserves to be set aside for defying reservation procedure, Apex Court told
Boris Johnson, polarising leader focused on Brexit
Johnson's relaxed style and lack of attention to detail has led to accusations of incompetence
U.S. Lobbyists Seek Brexit Deal That Raises Drug Prices, Shreds Consumer Safeguards
The Brexit deal may be a Trojan horse for U.S. corporate interests, from Silicon Valley and American pork to pharmaceuticals.
SERAP gives States seven days to disclose payments of pensions to ex-governors, others
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has sent a Freedom of Information Act request to the Chairman and Deputy Chairman
Trump to meet Russia's foreign minister on Tuesday: Ifax
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will meet U.S. President Donald Trump during talks with his U.S. counterpart in Washington on Tuesday, the Interfax news agency cited a Russian foreign ministry source as saying.
Govt given a week's time by LHC to decide on Maryam's request to be removed from ECL
High court disposes of Maryam's petition; directs the government to decide on the matter as per the law.
EUR/CHF Could Find Upside In 2020
The euro has fallen against the Swiss franc over the majority of its life.However, the EUR/CHF interest rate differential remains in a positive position (on a central bank rate basis, the spread is po
Flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital charged with graft
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - The flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital city, Nairobi, was Monday charged with 19 counts of graft-related charges as the country struggles to tackle runaway corruption.
Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict
Russian leader Vladimir Putin will for the first time hold formal talks with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict in Ukraine's east on Monday, in a much-anticipated summit in Paris.
New Zealand volcano eruption leaves at least five dead after tourists seen in crater caught up in explosion
Police Deputy Commissioner John Tims said 23 people had been taken from White Island in the country's Bay of Plenty, some of whom are injured
NAB chairman urges ministers to avoid making predictions about investigations
Javed Iqbal urges parliament to play its due role in eliminating corruption.
Wild Koala Population ‘Will Never Recover’ From Australian Bushfires
An expert fears Australia's wild koala population will never recover after the crippling bushfires tore through their habitat
Desmond Tutu’s Family Hopes To Have Him Back Home This Week
Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu’s family is hoping he’ll be discharged from the hospital this week. The struggle icon was hospitalised at a Cape Town hospital last week for a recurring infection.
PM Narendra Modi met Sports Ministry officials over Tokyo Olympics preparation
Modi headed the meeting at his residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, on November 20.
Trump Officials Block U.N. Meeting on Human Rights Abuses in North Korea
The U.S. is trying to preserve a diplomatic opening with Kim Jong-un, even as North Korea dismisses President Trump as a “heedless and erratic old man.”
Supreme Court leaves Kentucky's ultrasound law in place
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions.The justices did not comment in refusing to review an appeals court ruling that upheld the law. Enforcement of the law had been on hold pending the legal challenge but will begin shortly, said Steve Pitt, general counsel to Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin.The American Civil Liberties Union had challenged the law on behalf of Kentucky's lone remaining abortion clinic. The ACLU argued that “display and describe” ultrasound laws violate physicians' speech rights under the First Amendment.
World Anti-Doping Agency imposes 4-year international sports ban on Russia
Russia's hosting of world championships in Olympic sports also face being stripped after the World Anti-Doping Agency executive committee approved a full slate of recommended sanctions as punishment for state authorities tampering with a Moscow laboratory database.
Four rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport
Four Katyusha rockets hit a military base near Baghdad International Airport early on Monday, wounding at least six soldiers, Iraqi security officials said. It was the latest incident in a series of rocket attacks in recent weeks. Iraqi security forces discovered a rocket launcher and some defused
Appeals court appears skeptical of challenge on Trump payments
A three-judge federal appeals court panel appeared skeptical during oral arguments Monday about letting a group of more than 200 congressional Democrats sue President Donald Trump over foreign payments to his businesses.
Afghan MPs Approve Law on Protection of Children
Afghan MPs have approved the Law on Protection of Child Rights--the Child Protection Act--on Monday after years of wrangling over the legal age of boys and girls.
NHS promises from all major parties are 'not physically possible'
Leading public health officials say the manifesto pledges of the Lib Dems, Labour and Tories are misleading or impossible.
North Korea opens ski resort in effort to boost tourism
SEOUL, South Korea — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un opened a new mountain spa and ski resort that’s intended for people to enjoy “high civilization under socialism” in another example of the
Police hunt missing man deemed to be 'risk to public'
An appeal has been launched for information that may lead police to the whereabouts of Derek Mackay, who was reported missing on Monday.
Jo Swinson admits revoking Article 50 'doesn't look likely' as Lib Dems unveil second ref plan
Liberal Democrat leader Jo Swinson has admitted the best chance of stopping Brexit is through a second referendum rather than pursuing the party's divisive policy of revoking Article 50.
Price hike: Spotty banana duct-taped to a wall now costs US$150,000
3D-printed cocktails, a traffic jam sculpture made of hundreds of tons of sand and more celebrity sightings than a Kardashian Christmas party were all part of over-the-top festivities during the week of Art Basel Miami, but it was a banana that stole the show.
Pensacola Shooter Sent Anti-U.S. Tweets Before Naval Base Attack
Mohammed Alshamrani, a member of the Royal Saudi Air Force, killed three Americans when he opened fire at Naval Air Station Pensacola.
Algeria seeks heavy sentences for ex-PMs accused of corruption
The Algerian prosecutor's office has requested 20-year prison sentences for several former politicians accused of corruption, including two prime ministers who served under former president Abdelaziz Bouteflika, reports say.
Iraqis rally against government as Baghdad summons Western envoys
Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died.
South Africa Calls For Robust Multilateral Response To Climate Change
South Africa on Monday called for a robust multilateral response to climate change in a way that would assist African and other developing countries to adapt to the associated loss and damage, Concise News reports.
Unknown gunmen attack Syrian intelligence checkpoint in Daraa
BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:00 P.M.) – A group of unknown gunmen carried out an attack on a checkpoint belonging to the Syrian Air Force Intelligence in eastern Daraa this morning. According to local reports, the gunmen, who were suspected to be members of a Free Syrian Army (FSA), Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) or Islamic State (ISIS/ISIL/IS/Daesh) sleeper cell, opened fire on the checkpoint before fleeing in an unknown direction. The reports said there were casualties among the Syrian Air Force Intelligence personnel; however, the total dead and wounded is unknown. These attacks by the FSA, HTS, and ISIS sleeper cells have decreased over the last four months, thanks in large part to the increase of Syrian Army troops in the Daraa Governorate. However, with the absence of Syrian military personnel in some of the reconciled towns in the Daraa Governorate, it has been difficult to crackdown on these sleeper cells.
Turkey to establish logistics centers in African countries
Turkey is establishing logistics bases in African countries after seeing an exponential rise in trade in the last 16 years thanks to the country's Africa initiative
Melania Trump unveils White House Christmas decorations
The first lady released photos and a video of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue decorated for Christmas with the theme "The Spirit of America."
China claims all Uighur Muslims have happily 'graduated' from its oppressive prison camp system, despite widespread reports that at least 1 million are detained, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Xinjiang governor Shohrat Zakir claimed that everyone had "graduated" from "vocational training camps," found employment, and are leading happy lives.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Climate protests across Europe as COP25 summit enters second week
Madrid, Paris, Brussels and London are among the European capitals to host climate change protests
Impeaching Trump for Obstructing Congress Would Harm Checks and Balances
For Congress to impeach President Trump for abuse of Congress would be an abuse of power by Congress. So despite the partisan opinions of the Democratic academic experts, Congress should not include abuse of Congress among its list of impeachable offenses.
France braces for further travel chaos as pension strike continues
Only a fifth of high-speed trains and cross-country services are expected to run in France on Monday as strikes over President Emmanuel Macron's pension reform continue.
Joe Biden says he would consider Elizabeth Warren as a running mate, wonders if she'd pick him
Axios' Mike Allen sat down with former Vice President Joe Biden for Sunday's Axios on HBO, and he noted that when asked about potential running mates recently, Biden mentioned several women but didn't name Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.). Biden said sure, he would add Warren to the list, but even talking about vice presidential picks is "presumptuous" at this point. "The question is, would she add me to her list?" he added. Allen also addressed the elephant in the room, asking Biden what he believed his son Hunter was doing "for an extraordinary amount of money" on the board of Ukrainian gas company Burisma while he was vice president. "I don't know what he was doing," Biden said. "I know he was on the board, I found out he was on the board after he was on the board. And that was it." "Isn't this something you want to get to the bottom of?" Allen asked. "No, because I trust my son," Biden said. "There's nothing on its face that was wrong. Look, if you want to talk about problems, you know, let's talk about Trump's…
UK votes on Thursday: What you should know in 500 words
Britons will head to the polls on Thursday, December 12 for a snap general election, which is hoped to end the country's Brexit impasse.
Brazil cattle feedlots grow amid environment pressure, efficiency drive
SAO PAULO (Reuters) - The use of feedlots to finish beef cows will likely grow in Brazil, home to the world’s largest commercial cattle herd, a survey by Dutch animal nutrition and health company DSM showed on Monday.
Nyeri Deputy Speaker On The Spot For Assaulting Youth, Police Issue Warrant Of Arrest
A viral video circulated on social media of Nyeri County Deputy Speaker Samuel Kariuki assaulting a youth has angered netizens and prompted the intervention of the police authorities.In the captur
Man claims he drank broken glass from beer bottle at Metro Vancouver casino
A Surrey man claims he accidentally drank glass from a broken beer bottle at Burnaby’s Grand Villa Casino.
Sonko Unveils Expensive Strategy to Beat DPP Haji
Known not to go down without a fight, the governor has unveiled his strategy to fight back as the...
4-Year-Old Twins Survive Car Crash By Freeing Selves, Climbing To Safety
The girls' father, Corey Simmons, 47, died when the vehicle with his daughters in the backseat crashed Friday evening.
China says hopes to reach trade deal with US as soon as possible
China said it hopes to make a trade deal with the United States as soon as possible, Reuters reports. “On the question of China-US trade talks and negotiations, we wish that both sides can, on the foundation of equality and mutual respect, push forward negotiations, and in consideration of each others’ core interests, reach an…
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas
USR PLUS Alliance, joint candidates in local elections
The Save Romania Union - Freedom, Unity and Solidarity Party (USR PLUS) Alliance will have joint candidates in the local elections, with each...
K'taka poll results message for all states where anyone betrays public mandate: PM
Modi also spoke about the political tussle that the state of Karnataka had witnessed soon after the assembly election results.
Austrian leader blocks ban on weedkiller glyphosate, citing technicality
VIENNA (Reuters) - Austria’s caretaker leader on Monday made clear she would not sign into law the European Union’s first national ban on the weedkiller glyphosate due to a technicality, infuriating environmentalists while delighting farmers’ groups.
Donald Trump warns Kim Jong Un has ‘everything’ to lose through hostility
'North Korea, under the leadership of Kim Jong Un, has tremendous economic potential, but it must denuclearize as promised,' Trump tweeted.
AG Barr Made Last-Minute, ‘Highly Unusual’ Decision to Alter OIG Russia Report
Attorney General William Barr intervened in the construction of the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Inspector General (OIG) report on the genesis of the Russia investigation in order to include de-classified information about a well-known British spy. Barr’s out-of-the-blue push for additional transparency is decidedly out of character and being viewed with askance eyes as “highly unusual.”
Meet Ali, 25. Boris Johnson's biggest challenger
The 25-year-old candidate for the main opposition Labour party is trying to unseat the prime minister in his Uxbridge and South Ruislip constituency in west London.
Awkward moment Miss Universe host names wrong winner 4 years after last blunder
Miss Universe host Steve Harvey was left red-faced yet again as Miss Malaysia Shweta Sekhon corrected him when he wrongly named the winner of the national costume category
FG to sign MoU with Russian firm on Ajaokuta
Godwin Isenyo, Kaduna The Federal Government will sign the Memorandum of Understanding with a Russian firm for the resuscitation of the multi-billion naira Ajaokuta Steel Rolling Mill in January...
Who’s Leading The Democratic Primary In Super Tuesday States?
And beyond.
Why Europe will side with the US over China for 5G
America’s allies are belatedly heeding its warnings about the Chinese technology threat
JNU Protest: These Metro Stations Resume Operations After Brief Shutdown
"Three metro stations in Central Delhi which were closed for over four hours following Delhi police directive now open," the (Delhi Metro Rail Corporation ) said in a statement.
Nine-year-old girl in hospital after being hit by car in Plymouth
The crash happened on Haye Road in Elburton
NBRU says nearly 1,000 anti-social incidents on Dublin Bus services
Most incidents concentrated in about ‘half a dozen hotspots’ around the city
PM criticised by Sturgeon over comments on EU migrants
Scotland’s First Minister branded Boris Johnson’s remarks ‘despicable’ and described them as ‘anti-immigration rhetoric’.
Senator outlines measures to reopen Nigerian borders
A former Chairman, Senate Committee on Police Affairs, Senator Abu Ibrahim, Monday listed measure Nigeria should take to reopen its closed ...
Delhi unauthorised colonies: How to apply for ownership rights online
Last month, Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri had said residents of unauthorised colonies will be able to apply for ownership rights starting December 16
West Bengal one of the least corrupt states: Mamata
West Bengal has emerged as one of the least corrupt states in the country, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Monday citing a recent survey conducted in 20 states.
Lesley Riddoch: Brexit won’t get done if Boris wins, an SNP-backed Labour government is safer bet
‘Getting Brexit done’ will simply continue to overshadow everything else, says Lesley Riddoch.
Macron eyes European leadership
If the U.S. declines play a uniting role in the democratic world, more parochial, divisive visions will come to the fore.
Arrests after police stop suspected drug deal taking place in West Bridgford
Five men were arrested
Maryland cop charged with multiple counts of rape, suspended without pay
Baltimore County Police Officer Anthony Michael Westerman, 25, has been charged with two counts of second-degree rape and three counts of second-degree assault
Algerian ex-politicians face jail terms
Two Bouteflika-era prime ministers are among those facing 20-year sentences.
Mexico recalls Argentina ambassador for alleged book theft
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexico recalled its ambassador to Argentina after a video surfaced suggesting he may have tried to steal a book from a Buenos Aires bookstore.
Quake hits Florence area, trains temporarily suspended
An earthquake hit north of Florence on Monday morning, forcing trains across Italy to be cancelled or severely delayed.
Earthquake in Italy
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake on the Richter scale was registered tonight at 03.
Rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport
Four Katyusha rockets struck a military base next to Baghdad International Airport in Iraq's capital on Monday wounding "six fighters", the military said.
MTIANZ regard ADLS Sale and purchase agreement
MTIANZ welcomes the release of the jointly endorsed Auckland District Law Society and REINZ standard sale and purchase Agreement (10th Edition 2019). The inclusion of a toxicology condition clause (9.5), and new wording for vendor warranties (7.2), establishes certainty and protection for potential purchasers who choose to include a toxicology condition, or if the vendor fails to disclose historical information that may not comply with the New Zealand Standard NZS8510:2017.
Traffic jams cripple Paris as pension strikes halt trains
French President Emmanuel Macron girded for one of the toughest weeks of his presidency as his government prepares to present a redesign of the convoluted French pension system.
Boris Johnson snatched away a reporter’s phone when he tried to show him a photo of a 4-year-old boy forced to lie on a hospital floor
LONDON – Boris Johnson snatched away a reporter’s phone after he challenged the prime minister to look at a picture of a 4-year-old boy who was forced to sleep on a hospital floor,
Fowler out, Muhammad Nami in – here are few things you need to know about the new head of Nigeria's revenue-generating agency, FIRS
The Nigerian government has appointed Muhammad M. Nami as the new chairman of the country's revenue-generating agency, Federal Inland Revenue Service.
Massive, peaceful march is win-win for protesters, police
Evidently stung by the passage of the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act by the United States, the Hong Kong government has made a multi-barreled response: denied that human rights have been eroded, granted permission for a mass rally on Sunday, and castigated political figures who “urged foreign governments or legislatures to interfere with…
Two masked, armed men rob East Washington Avenue business, police say
Two masked and armed men confronted employees of PL$ Check Cashing as they were arriving to work Monday morning and demanded cash, according to an incident report.
Trump to meet with Russian foreign minister Tuesday
President Donald Trump is planning to meet with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Tuesday in Washington, an encounter that is sure to draw significant scrutiny amid several ongoing controversies involving Trump and Russia.
Breaking: Russian military choppers resume heavy attack on jihadist mountain stronghold
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:00 A.M.) – Minutes ago, the Russian Air Force’s attack choppers resumed their strikes on the jihadist mountain stronghold of Kabani. According to an army source in the Al-Akrad Mountains of northeastern Latakia, the Russian military choppers launched a heavy attack on Kabani and its surroundings, causing a number of explosions that could be heard throughout this rugged region. This latest string of strikes by the Russian Air Force comes after a short absence of aerial attacks over Syria because of the poor weather. While the Russian Air Force was grounded, however, the Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) 4th Armored Division kept up the pressure on the jihadist rebels by launching several rockets and artillery shells towards the latter’s positions in Kabani.
Man charged after bus crashes onto railway line near Galashiels station
One person was checked by an ambulance crew after the incident on Sunday night.
Freeland heads to Mexico in effort to finalize new NAFTA revisions
OTTAWA — Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland is to meet American and Mexican officials in Mexico City on Tuesday amid reports a deal to revise the new North American free-trade agreement is close. . .
NHRC says Delhi's Anaj Mandi fire was catastrophe waiting to happen, asks for detailed report
Describing the Anaj Mandi fire incident as a "catastrophe" waiting to happen, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Monday issued notices to the Delhi government, the city's police chief and the North MCD and sought a detailed report in six weeks.
Two Wolves supporters arrested for homophobic abuse at Brighton game
Brighton have confirmed two Wolves supporters were ejected from the Amex Stadium and arrested for homophobic abuse during Sunday’s match
Publish charges against ex-bank chiefs, Diezani, CSOs tell EFCC
A coalition of society organisations has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to publish the criminal charges against...
Singapore to arrest sanctioned Russian ship over unpaid parking debts
Singapore to arrest sanctioned Russian ship over unpaid parking debts
TNPSC Group I Main exam results released; final results on December 31
The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released results of 363 successful candidated online
Police hunting for Deputy Speaker after he was caught beating up a young man at Ruto's event
The speaker is said to have left the country last night
Discussed weather: Ajit Pawar on talk with Fadnavis
In a stunning turn of events, Fadnavis had on November 23 returned as chief minister propped up by Ajit Pawar, who was made his deputy. Both were sworn in a hush-hush early morning ceremony but the government lasted only 80 hours.
Hats off to KCR, TS police, says Jagan
‘Killing of accused in the Disha case case has been widely hailed’
Pelosi gets standing ovation at Kennedy Center Honors
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) received a standing ovation at a Trump-less Kennedy Center Honors late Sunday, which largely stayed away from political talk but had moments that alluded to the tense
Japan PM Abe says visit by Iran's Rouhani being arranged
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Monday his country is arranging a visit by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani because it wants to play a greater role in resolving a nuclear impasse between Tehran and Washington and in relieving tensions in the Middle East, the source of more than 80% of Japan’s oil.
GRAINS-Soybeans at 2-week high as China tariff waivers add to trade hopes
* Soybeans up for 5th session on hopes of U.S.-China deal * China to exempt some U.S. soybeans, pork from tariffs * Wheat eases, corn little changed ahead of USDA data (Updates with European trading, changes byline/dateline) By Gus Trompiz and Naveen Thukral PARIS/SINGAPORE, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Chicago soybean futures rose for a fifth straight session on Monday to their highest in almost two weeks, after China's announcement last week about tariff waivers for U.S. soybean and pork encouraged hopes of a trade agreement.
IAEA Got No Invitation From North Korea to Visit Nyongbyon Nuclear Test Site - Grossi
VIENNA (Sputnik) - The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has not received any invitation from Pyongyang to visit the Nyongbyon Nuclear Scientific Research Centre, the new director-general of the organisation, Rafael Grossi, has said in an interview.
Election 2019: Government adviser in altercation as health secretary visits Leeds General Hospital
A government special adviser has been involved in an altercation at Leeds General Hospital, during a visit by health secretary [...]
Governor Mike Sonko Charged With Economic Crimes, Prosecution Opposes Bail
Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has been arraigned at the Milimani Law Court after his dramatic arrest on Friday, December, 6 on the charges of over Sh357 million graft case.He was presented before th
Dem Counsel in Impeachment Hearing Begins with 'My Young Son' Story
Berke invoked his young son as he began his opening statement in the House Judiciary Committee's second impeachment hearing.
TRS opposes Citizenship Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha and will do so in Rajya Sabha too
Their opposition could make the arithmetic slightly tricky for the BJP in the Upper House but still doesn't threaten the passage of the bill.
Turkish military, allied militants launch heavy attack in northeast Syria
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:00 P.M.) – The Turkish Army, alongside their allied militants, launched a fresh attack on the Abu Rasin area of the Al-Hasakah Governorate this afternoon. According to reports from northeast Syria, the Turkish Army and their allied militants launched several artillery shells and rockets towards the Syrian Democratic Forces’ (SDF) positions near the town of Zarqan. As a result of this attack by the Turkish Army and their allies, one civilian was killed in the town of Tal Al-Ward. The Syrian Democratic Forces and Syrian Arab Army (SAA) have yet to respond to this latest attack by the Turkish Army.
White Castle Frozen Burgers Recalled for Listeria
The White Castle recall is for 6-pack cheeseburgers, 6-pack hamburgers, 6-pack jalapeno cheeseburgers, 16-pack hamburgers, and 16-pack cheeseburgers with best by dates ranging from 04 Aug 2020 to 17 Aug 2020.
Metacritic has removed over 6,000 negative Death Stranding ratings
The change was first reported by Redditor argandg, who noted that while there were 78 new positive ratings between the 4th and 5th of December, the number of negatives dropped by 6,429—from 9,335 to just 2,906. At the time of…
Robert Lawlor found not guilty of threatening to murder ex-girlfriend's partner
Robert Lawlor nodded his head and mouthed, 'thank you' in the direction of the jury as the court registrar read out the verdicts one by one.
Police investigate 13-year-old Burnley fan over Son Heung-Min racist abuse
Burnley have confirmed they are looking into an incident from Saturday’s defeat at Tottenham in which a minor directed racist abuse to Spurs forward Son He...
Angry protesters storm French embassy in Lagos
Some protesters stormed the French embassy in Lagos on Monday, accusing President Emmanuel Macron of support for terrorism
Peace in sight? Paris summit seeks solution for Ukraine war
The summit notably includes the first face-to-face meeting between Zelenskiy, a comic actor and political novice, with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
4-yr-old twins free selves, climb to safety after crash
Washington state authorities say 4-year-old twins freed themselves from their car seats and climbed an embankment seeking help following a car crash that killed their father.
NDDC: N’Delta Assembly warns against moves to shortchange Delta of MD position
NDDC: THE Niger Delta Peoples Assembly, NDPA, a pressure group in the Niger Delta region, has warned that any attempt to shortchange Delta State from...
National Council elects Bernard Sibalatani as the new Chairperson
-The National Council has elected Bernard Sibalatani from the Zambezi Region as the new Chairperson while Victoria Mbawo Kauma from the Kavango East Region as his Deputy on Monday.
Study finds broadcast coverage of the UK election has aligned 'most closely' with Boris Johnson's agenda
The BBC and other UK broadcasters have helped Boris Johnson frame the general election on his own terms, according to an academic study of media coverage of the campaign.
China hopes for US trade deal 'as soon as possible'
China and the United States are negotiating a so-called "phase one" deal aimed at de-escalating their prolonged trade dispute.
Man in court accused of starting major fire at his Plymouth home
John Dangerfield, aged 49, faced a judge charged with arson at the house in Mount Gould last month
Russia plans to set up Arctic air defense 'dome' with S-400 missiles
Russia plans to establish an air defense "dome" across its polar region by arming all of its Northern Fleet's Arctic divisions with S-400 missile batteries, a Russian naval commander said on Monday. Russia has been stepping up its military presence in the Arctic, building new infrastructure
House Democrats still studying proposed changes to North American trade pact: aide
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives are still studying proposed changes to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement trade pact, and there was no agreement to announce it yet, a senior Democratic aide said.
Two visiting fans arrested for homophobic abuse at Brighton-Wolves game
Both the Seagulls and Wolves are working with police.
Orji Kalu will receive full salaries, allowances in prison – Senate
The convicted Chief Whip of the Senate, Orji Kalu, according to the Senate, will continue to receive his salaries and all other allowances, even while serving in prison. The spokesperson of the Senate, Godiya Akwashiki made
Karnataka bye-polls: Siddaramaiah steps down as leader of Congress legislature party after defeat
The BJP won 12 of the 15 constituencies where bye-polls were held.
Citizenship Bill: Asaduddin Owaisi tears up copy in Lok Sabha, says it will cause another Partition
The AIMIM chief said that the proposed legislation is ‘worse than Hitler’s laws’, and aimed at making Muslims stateless.
Trump to meet Russia's foreign minister on Tuesday: Source
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will meet US President Donald Trump during talks with his US counterpart in Washington on Tuesday, the Interfax news agency cited a Russian foreign ministry source as saying.
Macron's France: Fifth Day of Anti-Reform Strikes Cripple Paris
Paris commuters inched to work Monday through massive traffic jams as strikes against retirement plan changes halted trains and subways.
Russia escapes complete sporting exile despite Wada's four-year ban
Russia has been hit with a four-year ban from using its flag, anthem and team name at the Olympics and World Cup, but the nation has escaped total sporting exile over fresh doping data breaches.
Police Scotland blasted by councillors over process of top cop's appointment
Police Scotland have been lambasted by Stirling councillors over the appointment of Forth Valley’s new top cop, with one suggesting they may even have broken the law.
SACP Congress To Follow Up On Implementation Of Resolutions
The South African Communist Party (SACP) plans to start its special national congress on Monday with discussions focussing on whether the party is prepared to contest the next general elections and if its leaders are permitted to serve in cabinet. The congress is planning to review the pmplemtation of resolutions taken since the SACP’s national […]
TPS constable accused of Tasering break-and-enter suspect after he surrendered
A 51-year-old Toronto police officer has been charged in connection with an October incident where a break-and-enter suspect was allegedly shocked three times with a conducted energy weapon and kicked after he surrendered.
Paul Pierce Loses $100,000 Lawsuit Over "Racist" Altercation at UFC Fight
In the past, Paul Pierce accused a security guard of being racist during UFC 229 in October 2018, and the whole encounter was captured on video. Si...
Police and fire crews lead city-wide air and river search for missing Perth pensioner
An air and river search was launched in Perth on Sunday amid growing concern for a missing pensioner.
Supreme Court's five-judge Constitution bench to begin hearing on pleas against abrogation of Article 370
A 5-judge Constitution bench headed by Justice N V Ramana will commence the hearing on a batch of petitions including that of private individuals, lawyers, activists and political parties like National Conference, Sajjad Lone-led J&K Peoples Conference and CPI (M) leader Mohd Yousuf Tarigami.
Man found shot to death outside Knoxville apartment, KPD opens homicide investigation
KPD responds to a call about a man's body at a Knoxville apartment complex.
Cincinnati Zoo, Miami Valley Gaming expanding in Warren County
TURTLECREEK TWP. — The Cincinnati Zoo and Miami Valley Gaming racino are both moving forward with big expansions in Warren County.
Narinder Batra meets Amit Shah, briefs on preparation for Tokyo Olympics
More sports News: Indian Olympics Association (IOA) president Narinder Dhruv Batra on Monday met Home Minister Amit Shah and updated him on India's preparation for the
The Wait Is Over: DOJ Inspector General Report On Alleged Obama-Era FISA Abuses Against Trump Team Drops Today
Well, the day has arrived. The long-awaited report from Michael Horowitz, the Department of Justice’s inspector general, on the alleged FISA abuses that occurred under the Obama administration will be released. We already have some tidbits that this report doesn’t corroborate the allegation that the Obama White House spied on the Trump campaign, but it will conclude that there were deviations from department policy concerning the process in obtaining these warrants. Okay, let’s play on that for a minute. That’s still not good. The liberal media will chalk this up as a win for them because President Trump’s accusation won’t be legitimized or something. There’s still an ongoing pattern of FBI officials going off the reservation in order to get what they want. We know they didn’t want Trump to be president. We know disgraced former FBI Director James Comey took memos he had about the meeting she had with the president and gave them to a friend who leaked them to The New York Times. This was done on purpose; it was…
Ericsson to pay $1 billion USD to settle corruption investigation
Ericsson has agreed to pay more than $1 billion USD (approximately $1.3 billion CAD) to resolve U.S. corruption probes.
China bans all government departments from using US-made technology
Defining what counts as foreign might be interesting, though.
Plans for new homes in East Neuk village ‘essential to ensure its vitality’
Plans for 86 new homes in the East Neuk village of St Monans have been hailed as "essential to ensure its vitality".
Rev. Obofour hints to name TMA officials who took bribe from him
The leader and founder of Anointed Palace Chapel Rev. Obofour has hinted that he will in the coming days list the name of some corrupt officia
‘No one bothers about rules’: NHRC sends notice to Delhi government after Anaj Mandi fire
The Delhi Police had on Sunday evening arrested the owner, identified as Rehan, and his manager Furkan.
How a Risky Court Decision Can Give China the Lead in 5G Technology
In spite of the lingering trade discrepancy in advanced technology products, the United States stays as the worldwide trendsetter for telecommunications and networking. U.S. firms are presently battling against Chinese state-influenced companies such as Huawei, for one, that will identify if the American dominance continues into this 5G technology generation.
Policeman to stand trial for murder over Dalian Atkinson death
Another officer is accused of assaulting the ex-footballer during an incident in Telford, Shropshire, in August 2016.
Karnataka Bypolls: BJP In Commanding Position As It Leads In 11 Out Of 15 Seats; Congress Admits Defeat
The B S Yediyurappa led Karnataka BJP has put itself in a commanding position in the Karnataka by-polls by leading in 11 out of the 15 assembly by-poll seats, News18 Kannada has reported.
Meet the "Blue Magpie": Taiwan's New Domestically-Made Fighter?
Here's what we know.
Guards who were with Juice Wrld when he died arrested on gun charges
They are both due in court later this month.
British PM visits Hindu temple, pledges support to Modi's new India mission
Johnson's visit to temple comes ahead of UK's crucial General Election on Thursday where he is seeking re-election.
Man charged in West Coast homicide investigation
A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a West Coast woman this weekend.
The 5 at 5: Monday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Zelensky, Putin to have bilateral meeting following Normandy Four talks – media
A meeting of the four leaders is scheduled for Monday evening.
Guns blaze in Ukraine as leaders meet in Paris
Hundreds of explosions and bursts of small arms fire were reported on the contact line in east Ukraine, as France prepares to host the first peace summit on the war in three years.
John McDonnell confirms date of first Labour Budget as February 5
Despite the election polls, the Shadow Chancellor outlined the details as he voted to set up a major fund before Christmas and start nationalising water and energy within 100 days of entering 10 Downing Street
Turkey repatriates 11 suspected Daesh members to France
Eleven terrorists of French nationality have been repatriated as part of Turkey's newly-introduced process of deporting former Daesh members who have taken...
Jury would convict Trump ‘in 3 minutes flat,’ says key lawmaker
The chairman of the US House Judiciary Committee said Sunday that if the impeachment case against President Donald Trump were put to a jury, there "would be a guilty verdict in three minutes flat."
Huawei to roll out Harmony operating system to more products next year, but not phones and tablets
Huawei unveiled its proprietary OS in August as a possible alternative to Google’s Android, as it copes with trade restrictions by the United States that threatens to cut its access to technology made by U.S. firms
Myrtle Beach officers capture lost mini-pig, working to reunite pet with family
A mini-pig that was separated from its vacationing family has been located.
'It was horrible': CP Rail train derails in Sask., sparking fire that closes highway
The fiery derailment of a Canadian Pacific (CP) freight train overnight left a large swath of highway in Saskatchewan closed Monday morning.
‘Clown Fear’ Trailer Checks into the Clown Inn [Exclusive]
Bloody Disgusting has the official art and trailer debut for Clown Fear, checking in to the Clown Inn on DVD, Digital, and On Demand February 18 from Lionsgate. In Minh Collins‘ horror tale that looks slightly inspired by Rob Zombie’s House of 1000 Corpses, a runaway bride and her friends are stranded in a forgotten […]
Activist: How many classes must we skip for world to know we're suffering? | IOL News
Youths from developing countries are concerned about the planet's future and their respective governments' inadequacy at combating climate change.
NHRC team quizzes MRO and revenue staff
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) team on Monday questioned four MROs and other revenue officers who conducted panchanama of the four accused in the Disha rape and murder case, who were killed i
Michelle Obama on Trump impeachment push: 'It's surreal'
Former first lady Michelle Obama weighed in on the House Democrats' impeachment inquiry against President Trump Monday, calling the proceedings "surreal."
Sydney's Bushfire Smoke Pollution Is Now The Worst In NSW's History
Sydney has once again found itself facing some of the worst air pollution in the world due to bushfire smoke drifting in from one of the most devastating bushfire seasons Australia has ever faced....
China Orders All Government Offices, Public Companies To Replace Foreign PCs, Software
Beijing retaliates for Huawei blockage
A less than satisfactory trade agreement
This trade deal, inadequate is it is, may be all that is possible during the first term of a Trump administration.
Hong Kong protest, largest in weeks, stretches several miles
The huge turnout was a reminder to China’s leader, Xi Jinping, that the monthslong campaign against his authoritarian policies still had broad support in Hong Kong despite a weakening economy and increasingly violent clashes between protesters and police.
ISWAP executes two soldiers, policeman in new video
INSURGENTS believed to be members of the Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP), released a video showing the execution of two
Electric vehicle charging station map goes live
Electric vehicle and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle drivers can now view the current statuses of SA’s public charging stations online.
Hezbollah is always preparing for confrontations with Israel: official
BEIRUT, LEBANON (5:45 P.M.) – One of the members of Hezbollah’s Central Council stated this week that Hezbollah is always preparing for potential confrontations with Israel. According to the Ahlul Bayt News Agency, the Central Council member, Sheikh Nabil Qawouk, warned Israel to not attempt to isolate or besiege the party, as they are always preparing to deter their attacks. In regards to the ongoing crisis in Lebanon, Sheikh Qawouk called for a new government that has support from all national parties, while not being subdued by U.S. pressures. Lastly, similar to the stance of Secretary-General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, Sheikh Qawouk stressed that the ongoing crisis should not last much longer, as it does not serve Lebanon’s national interest.
'Divorce tourism' laws could be scrapped following seven-year legal battle between Scottish aristocrat and his wife after she brought her £10,000-a-month claim to a 'more favourable' English court
The UK Government has been granted permission to intervene in a row over maintenance involving Scottish aristocrat Charles Villiers (pictured with his new partner Heidi Innes), 56, and his wife Emma.
Srinagar airport remains suspended due to heavy fog
Flight movements in Srinagar for the third consecutive day; 26 flights cancelled
Police detain 2 FETÖ suspects on Turkey-Greece border
Turkish security forces apprehended two suspects with links to the Gülenist Terror Group (FETÖ) in northwestern Turkey's Edirne province Monday as the pair...
Why Is An F-35 Sitting On The Deck Of HMS Queen Elizabeth?
The F-35 aircraft will remain on HMS Queen Elizabeth until repair and maintenance work is complete.
Government moves further changes to Arms (Amendment) Bill
The Bill was tabled in Lok Sabha on November 29. The Bill seeks to enhance punishment for illegally possessing and making prohibited arms besides other changes in the six- decade-old Arms Act.
EU commission to 'correct mistake' on enlargement
The European commissioner for neighbourhood and enlargement, Olivér Várhelyi, said on Monday that Europe "should be able to move ahead and correct the mistake that was committed in October," when three member states (Denmark, France and the Netherlands) o...
Trump rips ‘Do Nothing Democrats’ on Twitter as impeachment hearings resume
After firing off more than 100 tweets or re-tweets on Sunday — mostly attacking Democrats and the impeachment proceedings targeting him — President Trump picked up where he left off on Monday as
Senior North Korean official calls Donald Trump 'erratic old man'
It follows Trump making his own statement.
Congress Opposes Citizenship Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha, Terms it ‘Unconstitutional’
Congress leader Manish Tewari said the foundation for the two-nation theory was laid in 1935 in Ahmadabad by Savarkar in a Hindu Mahasabha session and not the by Congress.
Verizon kills email accounts of archivists trying to save Yahoo Groups history
Verizon says the archivists it has blocked breached its terms of service.
Suspect in hookah lounge stabbing held without bail
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - A purported member of the Almighty Latin Kings gang was held without bail Monday after pleading not guilty to murder in the stabbing death of a man at a Rhode Island hookah lounge.
Arlene Foster accuses PM of breaking his word over Brexit deal
Arlene Foster says Boris Johnson has betrayed unionist voters in Northern Ireland
South Korea jails three Samsung Elec execs over evidence destroyed in probe of alleged fraud
A South Korean court on Monday jailed three executives of Samsung Electronics for their role in a plot that included burying computers under ...
India gang-rape shootings revives extrajudicial killing fears
The shooting of four gang-rape and murder suspects by Indian police has highlighted the scourge of extrajudicial killings in a nation grappling ...
Arjun Kapoor’s Panipat Faces Protests At Several Places In Rajasthan; CM Ashok Gehlot Urges Censor Board To Intervene
The protest against film Panipat for portraying king Surajmal in bad light escalated when protesters smashed window glasses of the Inox cinema hall here on Monday. Also, the show at Raj Mandir, the re
Toxic rhetoric and violent threats: U.K. election revives dark past in Northern Ireland
The upcoming election has been called "one of the most toxic, divisive elections" Northern Ireland has seen in recent years.
Still no news on man 'unaccounted for' after huge house fire - one week after it happened
His next-of-kin have been informed, but the property still cannot be accessed
Saudi crown prince called Trump, expressed condolences over Florida base shooting: State news
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday and expressed his condolences and support for the families of ...
Extinction Rebellion protesters in hi-vis jackets GLUE themselves to concrete blocks outside Leicester Square tube station as they campaign against air pollution in the latest of their '12 Days Of Crisis' stunts
As part of the group's latest stunt, a number of activists in gas masks, hard hats and hi-viz jackets have glued themselves to concrete blocks, on Cranbourne Street, in central London.
We came to Bali to stop using drugs, Australian men tell court hearing
Melbourne nightclub figures William Cabantog, 35, and David Van Iersel, 38, face charges of cocaine possession, or alternative charges of abusing drugs for personal use.
Why Europe will choose the US over China
America’s allies are belatedly heeding its warnings about the Chinese technology threat
National Day has significant meanings in minds of citizens and residents: Qatar Post Chairman
Doha: The Chairman and Managing Director of Qatar Postal Services Company Faleh Mohammed Al Nuaimi, said that the celebration of the National Day has significant meanings in the minds and hearts of all citizens and residents of the State of Qatar.
Twins, 4, free selves and climb to safety after crash
Washington state authorities say 4-year-old twins freed themselves from their car seats and climbed an embankment seeking help following a car crash that killed their father.
UN report: Climate, technology could produce 'severe inequalities'
The climate crisis and technological changes could shape a 'new generation of severe inequalities in human development,' according to a U.N. report...
Greek fighter jet locks in on Turkish warships near Cyprus: photos
BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:30 P.M.) – A Greek fighter jet locked in on a Turkish frigate that was traveling off the coast of Cyprus on December 8, 2019, the Aviationist reported. Citing photos from the Twitter profile of journalist Yannis Nikitas, the Aviationist reported that a Greek Mirage 2000 jet targeted the Turkish frigate with Exocet anti-ship missiles during a show of force over the weekend. “In the photos we can see the HUD of a Mirage 2000, recognizable also by the characteristic Mirage refueling probe, as it gets a lock on a ship which, according to the caption, could be a Turkish frigate. On the left side of the HUD we can see a “M39” label, showing that the pilot selected the AM-39 Exocet anti-ship to perform the lock on the ship,” the publication said. Relations between Greece and Turkey have been rocky this year after Ankara began drilling for oil off the coast of Cyprus. This move by Ankara prompted Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt to issue a joint statement condemning Turkey for violating international law.…
Xinyuan Real Estate: The News Is Not Good
Results from the last quarter are disappointing.Almost every financial indicator is negative.The ongoing liquidation of TPG's holdings exerted further downward pressure on the stock price.
Twitter user recounts how a gay man harassed him on a bike in Lagos
A Lagos resident has recounted his experience while on a bike trip in Lagos. According to the individual, he was molested by a gay co-passenger.
Police bust alleged $1.6M car theft ring that exported high-end vehicles out of Canada
Four people have been charged after police busted a $1.6-million car theft ring that spanned across southern Ontario and allegedly exported high-end stolen vehicles out of Canada.
Swedish government postpones unemployment agency reform to defuse crisis
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - The Swedish government and the centre-right parties backing it in parliament said on Monday they would postpone labor reforms, potentially defusing a row that had threatened the policy deal that keeps Prime Minister Stefan Lofven in power.
Farm-Labor Reform Bill Heads For House Vote This Week
The House is scheduled to vote on a bipartisan bill to provide legal status to undocumented farmworkers and to modernize the H-2A guestworker program.
B.C. coroner asking for help identifying man found dead in Peace region
Mounties have deemed the man’s death not suspicious and believe he died earlier this year
Jury sworn in for trial of man (20) accused of murdering Japanese national in Dundalk
A 20-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to murdering a Japanese national in Dundalk nearly two years ago by reason of insanity. Mohamed Morei, of no fixed abode is charged with murdering Yosuke...
A Gas Explosion in an Apartment Building Killed Seven People in Slovakia
At least seven people were killed and more than 40 were injured in yesterday's gas explosion in a 12-floor apartment building in the Slovak town of Prešov, police and fire officials said. One person is still missing.
Over 500 Scottish homes ravaged by fire during 2018 Christmas period as SFRS warns of danger of cooking while drunk
MORE than 500 Scottish homes were ravaged and four people killed by fire during the festive season last year. The worrying statistics were released today by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service as …
Man caught trying to enter Parliament building, detained
He was detained by the security personnel and handed over to Delhi Police.
How Cambridge Analytica profiled voters and what it means for India
Voter psychological profiles were built to determine political enthusiasm, political orientation, frequency in voting and consistency in voting for the same political party
Ayodhya case: Hindu body opposes land to Muslims, two review pleas in SC
Separately, 40 persons, including rights activists, have jointly moved the top court seeking review of its verdict in the Ayodhya case claiming that the judgement "errs in both fact and law"
Two visiting fans arrested for homophobic abuse at Brighton-Wolves game
Both the Seagulls and Wolves are working with police.
N. Korea believed to test new rocket engine to provoke US
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - A day after North Korea said it had performed a "very important test" at its long-range rocket launch site, there is wide speculation that it involved a new engine for either a space launch vehicle or a long-range missile.
Modi’s New India Citizenship Law Sparks Panic and Protests
(Bloomberg) -- India’s parliament is set to approve legislation preventing Muslim migrants from neighboring countries from receiving citizenship -- the next step in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s hardline Hindu nationalist program and one that’s seen to go against the nation’s secular constitution.The
New Russian warships fitted to carry hypersonic missiles: report
All Russian warships of new Projects can carry Tsirkon hypersonic missiles, President of Russia’s United Shipbuilding Corporation Alexei Rakhmanov told reporters on Monday. “All the new Projects of ships we are building are universal for a whole family of missiles from the standpoint of launchers, including those, which you mentioned,” Rakhmanov said, replying to a question about rearming all the Russian Navy’s combat ships with Kalibr cruise missiles and Tsirkon hypersonic weapons. As for rearming the warships operational in the Russian Navy with new missiles, the shipbuilders’ chief said he did not consider this as “a too costly issue.” However, the combat ships with the expiring service life are unlikely to be armed with Tsirkon hypersonic missiles, he added. “Perhaps, such work will be premature and this may lead partly even to unjustified expenses,” the head of the United Shipbuilding Corporation said.
Boris Johnson too busy to do Andrew Neil interview, says James Cleverly
Conservative Party chairman James Cleverly has suggested Boris Johnson ducked an interview with the BBC's Andrew Neil because he was too busy.
Barr Allows Redacted Deets About Christopher Steele To Be Released In DOJ IG Report
Attorney General Bill Barr approved the release of originally redacted details about former British spy Christopher Steele as part of...
Man rushed to hospital after being assaulted inside flat close in Glasgow
Emergency services swooped the scene at Hawthorn Street during the early hours of Monday morning.
U.S., Japan military drills include cyberspace coordination
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- U.S. and Japanese forces began engaging in joint exercises on Monday.
Court challenge to federal ban on needles for drug-using prisoners postponed
TORONTO - A court hearing to challenge the federal government's ban on needles for drug-using prisoners has been postponed until next week in the latest del
Rock collapse at gold mine in South Africa kills four workers
A rock fall at the Village Main Reef’s Tau Lekoa gold mine in Orkney, North West province of South Africa, has claimed the lives of four workers.
Bill on extension of SC, ST quota in LS, Assemblies introduced
It also proposes scrapping of nomination of Anglo-Indians
Kenya’s President Uhuru Kenyatta comes up with 6 areas Africa and Caribbean countries need to join hands and put their money in
President Uhuru Kenyatta has outlined six key focus areas that need revamping in order to jump start industrial transformation of the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) member countries.
The FBI is now investigating the Pensacola Navy base shooting as act of terrorism
Three young troops were killed and eight people were injured when 21-year-old 2nd Lt. Mohammed Alshamrani of the Royal Saudi Air Force opened fire.
China prison camps: Govt. says it will continue 'training' Xinjiang people
China on Monday defended its vast network of re-education camps in Xinjiang and said it would continue "training" residents, following explosive government document leaks detailing surveillance and control of the region's Uighur population.
Fire and petrol bombs after ‘generally peaceful’ Hong Kong march, police say
Hong Kong protesters lit a fire outside buildings, threw petrol bombs and spray-painted graffiti on buildings, following a “generally peaceful” march
At least 700 shacks destroyed by floods, people trapped in Mamelodi
Communities across the city are in dire need of help after being affected by the flooding.
Data watchdog raps EU asylum body for snooping
The European Asylum Support Office combed through social media to monitor refugee routes to Europe for three years. The agency sent weekly reports on its findings to member states, the EU Commission and institutions such as UNHCR and Interpol.
Man fighting for life after 'setting himself on fire' outside London pub
Three drinkers and a bouncer managed to put out the flames after the horrifying incident in Chislehurst, south east London
Anti-discrimination campaigners call for joint response after weekend of shame
Premier League clubs reacted strongly in the wake of alleged incidents of homophobic and racist abuse.
He Suffers From Serious Memory Lapses, Raila Reacts On Mudavadi Autobiography
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader and AU High Representative for Infrastructure Raila Odinga has addressed the remarks made by Amani National Congress (ANC) leader Musalia Mudavadi.Odinga ha
What The Karnataka Bypoll Results Mean For Yediyurappa And Congress
The BJP won 12 of the total 15 seats in the bypolls and Congress only managed to get two. Siddaramaiah resigned as Leader of Congress Legislature Party and Leader of Opposition.
SNP campaign focused on key constitutional issues of Brexit and independence
The SNP leader has sought to portray Boris Johnson as unfit to lead Britain.
Japan, Australia still hopeful of India’s rethink on RCEP
Despite India’s decision to walk out of the ASEAN-led 15-nation Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Free Trade Agreement last month, officials from India’s Indo-Pacific partners Austral
French strike chaos deepens in crucial week for Macron
France's transport chaos deepened amid an ongoing nationwide strike and mass protests over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial...
Number of people arrested since protests began breaks 6,000 mark
Police today announced that more than 6,000 people have been arrested since anti-government protests began six months ago Speaking to reporters at their regular 4pm press briefing this afternoon, Senior Superintendent Kong Wing-cheung of the...
Police charge in court 14 terror suspects in 2017 Hotel Olio International blast
Police have pressed formal charges against 14 militant suspects in connection with a suicide bomb blast in a hotel in Dhaka’s Panthapath two years ago in what is said to be a foiled plot to attack National Mourning Day programmes.
SUV driver fined Rs 9,500 for damaging a tree in Telangana town
Since September 2018, Siddipet horticulture officers have collected over Rs 1.2 lakh as penalties on damages to trees planted under the 'Haritha Haram' afforestation programme.
Afghanistan papers reveal US public were misled about unwinnable war
Interviews with key insiders reveal damning verdict on conflict that cost 2,300 US lives
Aristocrat and estranged wife begin latest round of Anglo-Scottish legal battle
Five Supreme Court justices are analysing the dispute.
BJP retains Karnataka, set to win 12 bypoll seats under CM Yeddiyurappa
The BJP's good show in 12 seats comes as a morale booster for the saffron party after it's setback in Maharashtra
Bitok gives ultimatum to Malkia Strikers trio
The qualifiers are set for January 2 to 10 in Cameroon.
Police recover body from water in search for missing Perthshire pensioner
The 73-year-old was last spotted leaving his home in North Muirton on Saturday evening and has been reporting missing since.
SERAP asks state governors to disclose pension paid to ex-governors
The civil society group condemns jumbo payments to former political office holders under the pension laws.
Australia braces for heatwave as more than 100 fires burn
An estimated two million hectares have burned -- the size of some small countries -- across a region spanning hundreds of kilometres.
Sonko lawyers want him granted bail because Nairobi has no Deputy Governor
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 – Lawyers representing embattled Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko were at pains to convince the court Monday to free him on bond after - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
A Policy Vault Made for Africa - The Nation Newspaper
An exciting idea turned into an interesting organization that will open Africa to development opportunities and investments
Eleventh hour plea for soldiers who fired shots at Ballymurphy to come forward
The call was made during closing submissions at inquests into the disputed shootings of 10 people in west Belfast in August 1971.
Death toll in Ukraine's Odessa college fire rises to 10
Ten people have been killed and eight others are still missing as a result of a fire.
Uzhgorod stabbing: One serviceman injured
The conflict sparked between the military at a local army base.
Unconfirmed reports say an army commander is killed in a Borno bomb attack
An improvised explosive device (IED) reportedly killed a Nigerian Army commander after it exploded near his vehicle during a military patrol in Marte, Borno state. The incident was said to have occurred on Saturday, December 7.
U.K.’s poll campaign enters final stage
Johnson is hoping the election will hand his ruling Conservatives a majority to push Brexit with the EU
SC Issues Notice On TMC MP Mahua Moitra's Plea To Direct ECI To Publish Final Vote Counts Of General Elections
Supreme Court today issued notice to the Election Commission of India on a plea by TMC MP Mahua Moitra seeking directions to the poll body to publish details of voter turnout and final vote counts on...
Ask PolitiFact: Does a video show Joe Biden confessing to bribery? No
A reader asked,
Police make counter terrorism training available to the public
Free counter terrorism training is being made available to the public to teach them how to react to a major incident.
Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani's fiery media appearances
Rudy Giuliani was a key figure in the events that sparked an impeachment probe, and his actions have long concerned Trump administration officials.
Remember When Russian Diesel Submarines Chased Down A British Nuclear Sub?
Depends if it actually happened.
Belmont winner Sir Winston to return on Fair Grounds' turf
Horse Racing news: Belmont winner Sir Winston to return on Fair Grounds' turf.
Chinese authorities plan to ditch all foreign-made tech by 2023
See how you don't get to like them Apples
Secret love story between Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin takes place in North Korea
The new tvN drama “Crash Landing on You,” starring seasoned actors Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, features a secret romance across the border between South and North Korea. The fantasy-romance drama begins as Yoon Se-ri, heiress of a South Korean conglomerate, accidently lands in North Korea while paragliding, and meets Lee Jung-hyuk, a North Korean commissioned officer. Yoon, played by Son, soon falls in...
Cyclist creates festive art by riding reindeer route
Anthony Hoyte cycled nearly 80 miles to trace out the route on the streets of London.
Prosecutors Seek Lengthy Prison Terms For Two Former Bishkek Mayors
Kyrgyz prosecutors in a high-profile corruption trial have asked a court to sentence two former mayors of Bishkek to lengthy prison terms.
Demand for climate action at heart of Scottish Greens’ campaign
The Scottish Greens’ manifesto has also put a Green New Deal at its centre.
Radish Farmers Lose RM177K After Neighbours Spread Rumour They Were Giving Crops For Free
Generosity went wrong. This is the kind of event none of us could've ever predicted. Three farmers who were kind enough to share some of their crops with their neighbours realised quickly that they would regret their generosity as their business faced RM177K worth of loss. Thousands of strangers came…
How Russian doping scandal unfolded
More sports News: Russia will miss next year's Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 Beijing Winter Games after the World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday banned the powerhouse from
Vivo X30 Series is Already Being Mass-Produced, 100,000 Units a Day - Gizchina.com
Vivo's vice president and general manager for the Chinese market, Liu Hong, just revealed some details about the upcoming Vivo X30 series at the..
New rules for managing wild horses, burros on horizon
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Federal agents soon might expand methods to manage wild horses and burros on public lands, including unrestricted sales that could lead to slaughter for meat and sterilizing on the range, according to a rule proposed by the Department of Interior.
One killed, several injured in New Zealand volcano eruption
At least one person was killed, several injured and others reported missing in New Zealand after a volcano erupted off the east coast of its North Island on Monday, spewing a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air.
Latest on armed police response to 'gunman on the street' report
Police received an anonymous call about 'someone with a gun in the street'
‘Fox & Friends’ Host Presses Kellyanne Conway: Is Rudy Giuliani Working for Trump or Himself?
Kellyanne Conway spent nearly 10 minutes ranting and raving Monday morning on Fox & Friends, receiving mostly agreeable nods and words of encouragement from the three hosts. When the White House counselor called out Democrats for preparing their impeachment strategy over the weekend, Steve Doocy replied
If the Witnesses Could Exonerate Trump, Why Aren’t They Testifying?
Trump’s defenders suggest that White House aides could exculpate the president—but the evidence suggests otherwise.
Johnson ‘broke his word’ over Brexit union pledge, says Foster
DUP says deal will put a border down the Irish sea and threaten the union with Britain
Flying along Kenyan coastline now risky
Met department warns aviation industry as cyclonic activities take place.
No citizen will be allowed to turn refugee due to NRC, Citizenship (Amendment) Bill: Mamata
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said the NRC and Citizenship (Amendment) Bill will not be allowed in Bengal as long as the TMC is in power
FBI: Pensacola base shooting 'act of terror'
The motive behind a 21-year-old gunman's attack on Naval Air Station Pensacola still remains undetermined, but the FBI is treating it as an act of terror, a member of the agency said.
Senior N.Korean official warns Trump to quit abusive language that may offend N.Korean leader
SEOUL, Dec 9 — A senior North Korean official said in a statement today that US President Donald Trump should stop using abusive language that may further offend North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Ri Su Yong, a vice chairman of the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea, said Trump should think twice if...
BJP MP Gautam Gambhir Writes to Delhi Government Over Anaj Mandi Fire Incident
The BJP lawmaker on Sunday had said that he did not want to get into politics, but somebody has to take responsibility for the fire incident.
Finland to get youngest ever PM
Sanna Marin, Finland's youngest prime minister ever has been voted in by her Social Democratic party after the resignation of Antti Rinne.
China aims to replace up to 30 million pieces of foreign tech in government offices with Chinese tech by 2022
The Chinese government has instructed its offices to phase out technology made outside of China, including hardware and software, by 2022, according to the Financial Times.
Erdogan: Muslim Countries Need to Provide Better Living Conditions
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called on Muslim countries to provide better living conditions for people by improving economic stability and prosperity. This is possible if everyone follows the Islamic principle of helping the needy, Sabah writes.
Man captured on video killing jumbo arraigned
Prosecutor requests court to deny the suspect cash bail.
Kentucky Judge Accused Of Having Threesomes With Staff in Courthouse
According to reports, a Kentucky judge named Dawn Gentry has been accused of pressuring lawyers into having threesomes with her and a pastor who us...
Banana, duct tape add up to $150,000 at Art Basel Miami
MIAMI — 3D-printed cocktails, a traffic jam sculpture made of hundreds of tons of sand and more celebrity sightings than a Kardashian Christmas party were all part of over-the-top festivities during the week of Art Basel Miami, but it was a banana th
Rutherglen car park sealed off after murder bid
The incident happened on Sunday night
California: 'Bomb' Cyclone Triggers 75 Ft Wave Off Cape Mendocino
A gigantic 75 feet wave was triggered by a 'bomb' cyclone having wind speeds of 100 miles per hour in Cape Mendocino in the northern part of California.
Juice Wrld Allegedly Consumed Pills on Plane Before His Death, 70 Pounds of Marijuana Seized: Report
Details here.
Scottish Labour say Section 30 order for IndyRef2 will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become PM
Scottish Labour insists a Section 30 order for a referendum on Scots independence will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become prime minister on Friday.
FG not ready for Sowore’s trial —Falana
Sodiq Oyeleke Human rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana (SAN), has said the Federal Government and the Department of State Services are not ready for the trial of his client, Omoyele Sowore. Sowor...
Marijuana Allegations Brings Call for Probe Into Serb President
(Bloomberg) -- A top aide of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic requested an investigation into his boss and his brother in a bid to clear them from opposition-led allegations that they’re linked to an illegal marijuana farm.Opposition parties are struggling to make a dent in the dominant position of
Man shot in Poway attack sues synagogue for lax security
Worshipper shot in shooting at Chabad of Poway sues center for not protecting congregants, plans to sue gunshop where shooter bought weapon.
5-year-old hit by SUV in Lexington
A 5-year-old boy was taken to the hospital Monday morning after being hit by an SUV in Lexington.
Greenpeace Southeast Asia report says abuse of migrant fishers akin to modern slavery
Thirteen foreign distant water fishing vessels have been accused of abusing migrant fishers from Southeast Asia, in cases so severe it has been characterised by many as “modern slavery”. A Greenpeace Southeast Asia report called Seabound: The Journey to Modern Slavery on the High Seas presents a snapshot of the living and working conditions of …
Illegal operation: LASG shuts 24 health facilities
The Lagos State Govt has shut at least 24 pharmacies, patent medicine shops and unlicensed premises across the state over illegal operation
Karnataka Bypolls: BJP Races Ahead Towards Majority; Modi Calls It A ‘Message To Those Who Violate Mandate’
Imminent clean sweep for BJP in Karnataka bypolls as Congress struggles to save face.
Cardi B concludes maiden Africa shows but why are Ghanaian celebs unhappy with her?
Harnessing the power of social media, Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, professionally known as Cardi B, became an internet celebrity after several of her posts and videos went viral on Vine and Instagram. Having released her ‘Bodak Yellow’ tune to global acclaim as well as her ‘I Like It’ which is heavily digested in African states including...
Gujarat: Congress workers clash with police during protest against recruitment exam ‘irregularities’
Police used water cannons and pushed Congress supporters into buses as they marched towards the Gujarat Vidhan Sabha
Kentucky law requiring abortion seekers to listen to fetal heartbeat will stand
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a challenge to a Kentucky law requiring doctors to describe ultrasound images and play fetal heartbeat sound to abortion seekers.
Defeat in Karnataka Bypolls: Siddaramaiah, Dinesh Gundu Rao quit Congress positions
Siddaramaiah has sent in his letter of resignation to AICC president Sonia Gandhi, reiterating his loyalty to Gandhi as well as the party. He expressed regrets at not being able to win more seats despite making sincere efforts.
Russian diplomat meets with Syrian-Kurdish opposition member
Russian Special Presidential Representative for the Middle East and Africa and Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov met with a delegation of the Syrian Opposition’s Kurdish National Council consisting of member of the Syrian Constitutional Committee Kamiran Hajo, as well as Ibrahim Barro and Ismail Hassaf, the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement. “The situation unfolding in Syria with an emphasis on the scenario in the northeastern districts of the country and progress on implementing the Russian-Turkish memorandum on mutual understanding adopted in Sochi on October 22 was discussed in detail during the conversation,” the ministry noted. “The sides discussed their positions on further promoting the political settlement process in Syria based on Resolution 2254 of the UN Security Council, including the results of the two sessions of the Syrian Constitutional Committee held in Geneva. That said, the need to regard the interests of all the ethno-confessional groups of the Syrian population was highlighted.”…
Boris Johnson quizzed by voter on Tories’ use of attack website
The Prime Minister was challenged during a visit to a transport firm in Tyne and Wear.
Buhari challenges NNMA laureates on policy making
President Muhammadu Buhari has challenged the Nigeria National Merit Award, NNMA to create an enabling environment for body of laureates to channel
One man killed after vehicle rolls on Erastus Durbin Road in Mercer County
MERCER COUNTY — One person was killed after a single-vehicle crash on Erastus Durbin Road near state Route 119 early this morning.
Anarchists vandalise Alexander the Great and 1821 Greek War Hero
Anarchists vandalised the newly erected statue of Alexander the Great and that of 1821 Greek War of Independence hero, Theodoros Kolokotronis in central Athens last night, in what has become a routine occurrence in the Greek capital for decades.
Raccoon shot dead in Germany after being spotted in 'drunken' state
A raccoon became a social media star in Germany after being spotted wandering around near a Christmas market, but was later shot dead by authorities
China says people held in Xinjiang camps have ‘graduated’, condemns U.S. bill
People held in camps in China’s Xinjiang region have now “graduated” and new trainees will have the freedom to come and go, the regional governor said.
Away Warns Employees Not To 'Like' Or 'Fave' Article Detailing Execs' Psycho Behaviour
If we’ve learned nothing else this year, it’s that behind every breezy inspirational lifestyle brand advertising vast sunny horizons lurks a demon tyrant draining the sweat and blood of Millennial urbanites slaving day and night in the miserable dungeons of Slack....
Michael Healy-Rae TD brought to hospital after fire at Kerry shop
Healy-Rae is understood to be okay but is being checked due to the potential effects of smoke inhalation.
The student movements at the vanguard of Chile's protests are allied with former student leaders now serving in Congress
Chile’s months-long uprising was led by student activists protesting neoliberal reform, galvanized around the seemingly trivial issue of public transit fare-hikes.
KDF moves swiftly after Air Force fighter jet lost important piece mid air
Sleepy village woken up by heavy military presence
MDC calls for solidarity for youth assembly leader in court to day
The main opposition political party, MDC has called for solidarity for MDC Youth Assembly Secretary General Gift Ostallos Siziba who is appearing in court today...
Pakistan: Lahore HC to hear Maryam's petition for removal of name from ECL today
Maryam urged the LHC to declare the order of putting her name on the ECL as null and void and terming it illegal.
Huawei announces that more devices will get HarmonyOS in 2020
Huawei has announced that it plans to bring HarmonyOS to more devices in 2020. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the firm said that it has no plans to ship it with smartphones and tablets at this time.
High Court Refuses Check on Kentucky Pre-Abortion Ultrasound Rules
The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law that requires doctors to show and describe ultrasound images to patients seeking abortions.
More than 30 feared dead with 'no more survivors' of New Zealand volcano eruption
It's too dangerous for rescue teams to reach the island
Democrats Close to Agreement With White House on New NAFTA
Congressional Democrats and the White House are on the cusp of an agreement on revisions to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Delhi pollution: SC allows construction activities to resume in Delhi-NCR from 6 am to 6 pm
The bench of Justices Arun Mishra and Deepak Gupta directed the governments of Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana to submit the updated report on stubble burning up to December 11
Michelle Obama Calls Trump Impeachment Probe ‘Surreal’
Michelle Obama described the ongoing impeachment investigation into President Donald Trump and his activities regarding Ukraine as "surreal."
Finland's Marin to become world's youngest prime minister at 34
Finland's Social Democrats elected Sunday a 34-year-old former transport minister to the post of the prime minister, making her the youngest head of...
'Give citizenship to immigrants, but no voting rights for 25 years': Sanjay Raut
The Citizenship (Amendment) Bill was introduced in LS on December 9 by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
HC extends date for Centre's reply on plea for drafting Uniform Civil Code
The court allowed the oral prayer of central government standing counsel Anil Soni and listed the matter for hearing on March 2, asking the Centre to file its reply to the petition
China and America: A political war!
This news reminded me of the American writer George Friedman, who said that America’s strategy with China would not be direct confrontation, but would be rooted in the spirit of democracy and economic liberalism as opposed to the political weight of central decisions made in Beijing.
We did it! Malaysia wins Best National Costume at Miss Universe 2019
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has won the Best National Costume title at the 68th Miss Universe 2019 pageant for the first time ever.
Michael Healy-Rae treated for smoke inhalation after fire in office
Gardaí are not treating the fire as suspicious.
Police looking for suspects in Kitchener robbery (3 photos)
It happened Sunday at a convenience store on Doon Village Road
Fife railway enthusiasts to bring UK’s oldest industrial locomotive back into use
A locomotive which was the oldest in industrial use in the UK will be back on the tracks next year after being gifted to Fife railway enthusiasts.
Will Algeria disrupt internet access as election day nears?
With protesters taking to social media to spread information about what is happening on the ground, the Algerian authorities repeatedly resorted to disrupting access to networks and social media platforms.
Five Chinese men face lawsuit for assault over car parking
A case has been opened against five Chinese citizens for attacking local authorities with iron bars and swords while the latter were trying to ask them to move their parked car in front of a house in Hlaingthaya Township. In connection with the case, Khin Myint, the owner of a flat in FMI City Housing phoned Aung Kyaw Moe, the administrator of Ward No.4 in Hlaingthaya Township, about a parked car in front of her flat. Then, the administrator sought help from the township police station at about 7.45 pm on December 7.
Question paper leak: HC quashes punishment for constable
Treatment meted out to three, whose names were dropped by CBI, was different
34-year-old lawmaker set to become Finland's prime minister
Finland's ruling Social Democratic Party council voted to name Marin over rival Antti Lindtman to take over the government's top post.
Mafia relaxes laws on homosexuality as long as gay men don't 'parade it' | IOL News
The mafia have relaxed their rules on homosexuality, a top Italian prosecutor has revealed.
Electricity vandals throw nine Anambra communities into darkness
EEDC on Monday said that about nine communities were affected by the power outage resulting from vandalism of Enugwu-Ukwu 33KV line.
Zim police will shoot to kill machete gold miners: Govt
Justice, legal and parliamentary affairs minister, Ziyambi Ziyambi has warned machete-wielding artisanal miners against terrorising mining areas Minister Ziyambi’s comments come after
IDF tank flips over during military drill along Lebanese border
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:20 A.M.) – A tank belonging to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) was reported to have flipped over during a military drill along the Lebanese border on Monday. According to the website Hamodia, the tank was damaged after being overturned, but no one was hurt. “The tank was traveling on a road along the northern border in heavy fog, along a mountainous,” the publication said, adding “an investigation has been opened into the specific circumstances of the incident. A photo later shared on Hezbollah’s military media Telegram channel showed the alleged overturned tank; they said the photo was taken from uncited Israeli media channel.
ACT pushes for national pill-testing after study finds it encouraged people to ditch unsafe drugs
Health and youth minister says all governments should support moves that could reduce the harms of drug use
Jeremy Corbyn launches a vicious attack on Donald Trump at a mass rally in Bristol as the Labour leader desperately tries to repeat his 2017 general election surge
Jeremy Corbyn desperately tried to get his campaign back on track today with a vicious attack on Donald Trump as the Labour leader looked to repeat the party's 2017 general election surge.
MLA chairs meeting on Paryaya festival
K. Raghupati Bhat, MLA, chaired a meeting of municipal officers and office-bearers of the paryaya festival committee at the Udupi municipal office here on Monday. The meeting focused on the ways and m
Stop heating up polity, Bayelsa APC tells Dickson
Daniels Igoni, Yenagoa The All Progressives Congress in Bayelsa State on Sunday called on the state governor, Seriake Dickson, to stop heating up the polity with “wild allegations and inciting com...
Senate braces for brawl on Trump impeachment rules
Senators are bracing for a partisan brawl over the rules of President Trump's looming impeachment trial.
Russian forces enter former Islamic State stronghold in Syria after U.S. pullback
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian forces have entered Raqqa, the former de facto capital of the Islamic State caliphate, in one of the starkest examples yet of how Moscow has filled the vacuum created by President Donald Trump’s decision to pull U.S. forces from northern Syria.
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas
US House Democrat accuses Trump of violating oath of office
WASHINGTON, Dec 9 — The head of a US congressional panel leading the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump today accused him of putting himself before his country and violating his oath of office. In a statement kicking off a hearing in the US House of Representatives to weigh the...
DOJ watchdog report on Russia investigation set for release
Good morning and welcome to Fox News First. Here's what you need to know as you start your Monday ...
Israel Sets New Election Date Amid Deadlocked Netanyahu-Gantz Talks, Parliament Crunch
The ongoing Israeli political crisis not only entails the repeated failure of both the biggest parties, Likud and the Blue and White alliance, to arrive at a common ground and form a parliamentary majority, but a criminal indictment of the sitting prime minister last week.
GitHub keen to open subsidiary in China
Beijing wants Chinese developers to engage more with open-source software, says executive
Suspect chased by Milwaukee police dies in crash
Milwaukee police say a 28-year-old man has died after crashing his car during a police chase.
NSW fires: state faces 'lethal' conditions as temperatures forecast to soar past 40C
RFS commissioner says despite lower wind speed on Tuesday, high temperature and low humidity will make it a ‘difficult day’ with the New South Wales bushfires
Consecration of Big Temple likely on February 5
Deputy Inspector General of Police, Thanjavur Range, J. Loganathan said the district police had started preparing detailed security measures to be put in place in and around the world heritage monument in view of the event
Jokowi appoints Rudiantara as PLN president director: Luhut
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has named former Communications and Information Minister Rudiantara as the new president director of state-owned utility company PLN, says an official close to the President.
We don’t want another Boko Haram, IPOB - The Nation Newspaper
The Department of State Services (DSS) is doing its job, the Presidency said on Sunday in its reaction to the agency’s action in the Sowore saga.
‘I rejoice’: Finland forms government of five parties all led by women, with youngest prime minister in world
Finland’s coalition government will be composed of five parties all led by women for the first time after the female transport minister won a vote to be the next leader. Sanna Marin has been chosen
A fight over A&W seats? Two arrested over brawl outside Jewel Changi Airport outlet (Video)
Two men have been arrested over a brawl that broke out just outside the A&W fast food outlet at Jewel Changi Airport on Sunday.
‘Who Did this?’ India-Style Boris Johnson’s ‘Election Campaign’ Video has Netizens in Splits
New Delhi (Sputnik): Ahead of a fast-approaching UK General Election set for 12 December, a traditional Indian style election campaign video is grabbing all the attention on social media.
LG Launches Its Flagship Dual-screen Smartphone in Japan
The South Korean tech giant said its LG G8X ThinQ smartphone was launched through Japan's Softbank and will be sold at some 5,000 stores in major Japanese cities,
Turkey Intercepts Almost 3,250 EU-Bound Migrants Over Past Week – Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The bulk of the apprehensions were made in regions adjacent to Turkey’s land border with Greece and Bulgaria, as well as Turkey’s western coast, which is a common departure point for migrants seeking to reach the Greek Aegean Islands.
Man appears in court in connection with Dublin robbery
He is accused of using a broken glass bottle to threaten staff at a shop on Andrew Street yesterday.
Fire and petrol bombs after 'generally peaceful' Hong Kong march, police say
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong protesters lit a fire outside court buildings, threw petrol bombs and spray-painted graffiti on government buildings, following a “generally peaceful” march at the weekend, police said on Monday.
Clean-up operation underway in Mayo after storm
MAYO has come through Storm Atiyah without suffering too much damage.
Modi criticised after excluding Muslims from religious persecution citizenship offer
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing renewed criticism after tabling legislation today which will exclude Muslims from an offer of citizenship rights to religious refugees.
‘Gamified learning’: Game-based pilot for young farmers launched
A gaming pilot programme to raise co-operative awareness among young farmers through "gamified learning" resources .
Panipat: Protesters vandalise Jaipur theatre, claim Maharaja Surajmal shown in bad light
Rajasthan minister Vishvendra Singh, a descendant of Maharaja Surajmal, joined the protest and demanded an immediate ban on Panipat.
House fire leaves three adults displaced and house uninhabitable
San Carlos Park Fire Department responded to an unoccupied home that had smoke showing from a two story home
Russia hit with four-year Olympic and World Cup ban over doping
Russia was banished from the Olympics and other international competitions for four years on Monday over a persistent doping scandal, a decision that also threatens to turn President Vladimir Putin and top Kremlin officials into global sporting pariahs.
PICTURES: More than 600 Santas take to streets of Perth for charity run
A sea of red and white flowed through the streets of Perth at the weekend as hundreds took part in the annual Santa run.
Cherry blossoms prompt full-blown scandal for Japan's PM
It might be the most Japanese of political scandals: a furore over Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's guest list at a party to mark the annual cherry blossom season.
For the first time in two decades, steam locomotive operates from Coonoor to Ooty
The chartered train service carried more than 70 foreign tourists from multiple countries
Watchdog Expected to Find Russia Probe Valid
The Justice Department's internal watchdog was to release a highly anticipated report Monday that is expected to reject President Donald Trump's claims that the Russia investigation was illegitimate and tainted by political bias from FBI leaders. it also is expected to document errors during the investigation that may animate Trump supporters.
Turkey's Armenian community to elect new patriarch
The Armenian community of Turkey voted in Armenian Gregorian churches across the country on Monday to elect delegates to choose the 85th head of the church...
Trial date set for businessman Jim Mansfield Jnr on false-imprisonment chanrges
Businessman Jim Mansfield Jnr is to stand trial at the non-jury Special Criminal Court next year on charges relating to false imprisonment and the perversion of justice.
Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani's fiery media appearances, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Rudy Giuliani was a key figure in the events that sparked an impeachment probe, and his actions have long concerned Trump administration officials.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
In a first, Sri Lanka appoints military officer as intelligence chief
It is the first time in Sri Lankan history that a military officer had been appointed as the SIS chief, it added
Mike Sonko gets 2 more nights in cell
Ahead of a bond ruling, prison authorities will confirm his claims of being sick.
Paris summit seeks resolution to Ukraine war
A series of meetings are being held at the Elysee presidential palace to try to revive a 2015 peace deal that has been largely ignored.
Boeing is promising 3 fixes to the faulty system behind the 737 Max crashes to let pilots stop it from forcing the plane into an unstoppable nosedive
MCAS, which was designed to automatically push the plane's nose down to stabilize it, was identified as a key factor in both 737 Max crashes.
Russia banned from Olympics and football World Cup
Anti-doping agency excludes country from big sporting events for four years
U.S. Confirms Lavrov To Visit Washington, Meet With Pompeo
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will travel to Washington to meet for talks with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on December 10, the U.S. State Department has said in a brief statement.
European Union to prolong Russia sanctions: German minister
EU leaders will renew economic sanctions against Russia when they meet for a summit this week, German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said Monday. Maas said he saw no reason to relax the measures imposed on Moscow over its role in the conflict in eastern Ukraine. The sanctions target whole sectors of the Russian economy, including its valuable oil and gas industries.
Game Set Match For Yediyurappa Government: BJP To Get Simple Majority In Karnataka As Party Sweeps Bypolls
BJP leads in 12 out of 15 seats, Congress-JD(S) routed
'Old man' Trump is 'bluffing' says North Korea: KCNA
North Korea on Monday accused US President Trump of
Scottish Labour out to defy polls once again
The party picked up seven MPs in the 2017 General Election against expectations.
In First Meeting With Putin, Zelensky Plays to a Draw Despite a Bad Hand
The presidents of Ukraine and Russia met face-to-face for the first time, seeking to end the war in their border region. It appeared to be a draw, rather than the Putin domination some had feared.
Shocking photo of a colony of huntsman spiders living together found in Australia
A rare photo has emerged of a colony of huntsman spiders living together in nest boxes originally built for pygmy possums.
Crisis: Black Lightning Promo Includes Familiar Clues for CW Crossover
Black Lightning may not have a dedicated episode of Crisis on Infinite Earths, but a new promo reveals how the hero joins the Arrowverse crossover.
Call To Halt Deportation Of Two Ethnic Kazakhs To China
Kazakh opposition activists have called on the authorities of the Central Asian nation to halt the deportation to China of two ethnic Kazakhs from China's northwestern region of Xinjiang.
Two visiting fans arrested for homophobic abuse at Brighton-Wolves game
Both the Seagulls and Wolves are working with police.
'Once bitten twice shy': Arlene Foster warns Boris Johnson he may not be able to count on DUP support after the election as she demands written guarantees there will not be customs checks between the UK and Northern Ireland after Brexit
Arlene Foster has warned Boris Johnson he may not be able to count on the DUP's support unless he provides them with cast iron guarantees relating to his Brexit deal.
Photographer Nearly Killed by Passing Train that Got so Close it Tore Her Coat
A video released by local authorities in Carland, Michigan captured the scary moment when a photographer was nearly hit by a passing train she was photographing. Fortunately, the train “only” tore a piece off of her coat, leaving her unscathed… if shaken and (hopefully) wiser.
Police help pull man out from burning apartment complex in San Bernardino
Police rushed into a burning apartment complex in San Bernardino and helped pull an injured man out from the fire.
GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing
At the Monday hearing on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump, Republican counsel Steve Castor raised some eyebrows with his unique choice of a bag to transport his documents.
IFA staging blockade outside Tesco distribution centre in Dublin
The latest blockade is part of the ongoing farmer campaign for an increase in beef prices.
‘No other survivors’ in New Zealand volcanic eruption tragedy on White Island
New Zealand police do not expect to find any more survivors of a volcanic eruption on White Island that killed at least five people.
UK election: From cosplaying Football goalie to Barista, Political leaders try to gather votes as Britain enters final stretch of campaign
Britain's main political party leaders are continuing to push their election pledges to voters, as the campaign enters its final stretch.
Kentucky law requiring abortion seekers to listen to fetal heartbeat will stand
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a challenge to a Kentucky law requiring doctors to describe ultrasound images and play fetal heartbeat sound to abortion seekers.
Falana insists Sowore was assaulted by DSS inside court
Femi Falana (SAN) on Monday insisted that Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore was assaulted inside the court contrary to the claims by the Department of State Service (DSS).
Court challenge to federal ban on needles for drug-using prisoners postponed
A court hearing to challenge the federal government's ban on needles for drug-using prisoners has been postponed until next week in the latest delay for a case that began seven years ago.
Satellite images show North Korea tried out rocket engine in 'very important' test: Report
Satellite imagery captured before and after North Korea conducted what it called a "very important" test at its missile launch site suggested it had tested a rocket engine, experts said on Monday. It was the latest of a series of weapons tests and statements from Pyongyang, as its year-end deadline for Washington to soften its stance in denuclearisation talks draws near.
It’s Not Because She’s a Woman
In early October, Elizabeth Warren hit her stride. Her stock in the Democratic primary had been climbing steadily since midsummer, and as Joe Biden continued to lag, the Massachusetts senator became the first presidential hopeful to overtake him as front-runner in the RealClearPolitics polling average.She
Eskom announces stage 6 loadshedding from 6pm | IOL News
Eskom announced on Monday that the power utility will move to stage 6 loadshedding from 6pm.
Chris Wallace Schools Ken Starr: Trump Impeachment ‘Much Bigger’ Than Clinton’s Sex Lies Were
Fox News anchor Chris Wallace on Monday dressed down Kenneth Starr, the Clinton impeachment-era independent counsel, objecting to Starr’s insistence that the current allegations against President Donald Trump are “narrow” and “slanted.”During a break in Monday’s House impeachment hearing, Wallace addressed
Hong Kong protesters lead in popular choice for TIME Person of the Year 2019
The demonstrators with 89% votes polled as 'yes' have emerged the current favourite among people across the world who are voting to validate them as the people wielding the most influence in the past 12 months.
P3.4-million shabu seized from street-level pusher
Some P3.4 million worth of shabu was seized from a woman drug peddler in a buy-bust operation in Quezon City Sunday night.
Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict
Russian leader Vladimir Putin will hold formal talks Monday for the first time with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict in Ukraine's east, at a highly anticipated summit in Paris.
Ghani Calls for Regional, Int’l Support for Afghan Peace
President Ashraf Ghani on Monday addressed the eighth ministerial conference of the “Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process” in Turkey and emphasized the need for a political solution to the confli
Adivasis from Telangana send out a clear message in New Delhi
Adivasis from Telangana demand removal of Lambadas from ST list
Three held in Oman for drugs
The Royal Oman Police in Dhofar have arrested three people.
French pension reform commissioner in conflict of interest controversy
Delevoye said not disclosing his role was "a mistake" and an "omission by oversight".
Nadler: If Trump Is Not Removed From Office, He “Will Do Everything He Can To Make It Not A Fair Election”
Yes, this is actually happening
72 candidates file nominations on first day
Ramanathapuram/Sivaganga A total of 72 candidates filed papers on Monday on the first day for filing of nominations for elections to rural local bodies in Ramanathapuram and Sivaganga districts. While
Officer shoots, wounds man following traffic stop, chase
HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. — A man was shot and wounded by police over the weekend following a vehicle chase in South Florida, authorities said. An officer attempted to make a traffic stop for a moving violation early Sunday morning in Hallandale Beach, police spokeswoman RaShana Dabney-Donovan told news outlets. The driver refused to stop and …
Rep. Scalise: Democrats 'insulting voters' with impeachment push
House Minority Whip Steve Scalise pushes back on Monday against the House Democrats' call for impeachment, saying that it’s an insult to the voters as they decide on the president on November 2020.
Karnataka bypoll: Hunsur bucks the trend, hands out defeat to BJP
Popularity of Cong. candidate H.P. Manjunath and absence of chemistry between BJP’s A.H. Vishwanath and the electorate are said to be the chief reasons for the defeat
Let's consider important issues when voting
© EDITOR— Zimbabwe is a small country with a small population of about 15 million people, most of whom are young, vibrant and energetic, but with no employment. It's a peaceful country compared to sister nations in southern Africa.
Spectre of coalition still hangs over Lib Dems nine years on
The agreement nine years ago could prove to be the party’s downfall in this year’s General Election.
World Anti-Doping Agency imposes 4-year ban on Russia
Russia was slapped Monday with a four-year ban from international sports events, including next summer’s Tokyo Olympics, over a longstanding doping scandal, although its athletes will still be able to compete if they can show they are clean competitors.
Police guard new $120,000 duct-taped banana after 'hungry artist' eats it
The move was bananas... or maybe the work was just too appealing. Police now stand guard around a replacement banana artwork valued at tens of thousands of dollars after the original was eaten off the wall at an art gallery in Miami, Florida, reported local media.
Fireworks at 4am mark 10 years since quad bikers killed on on rail tracks fleeing Go Outdoors burglary
Trevor Davies and David Cooper were killed instantly when they were struck by a train
Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — costing $1 trillion and 2,351 American lives
Thousands of pages of notes from hundreds of interviews reveal true US assessments of the war in Afghanistan, and it's not a pretty picture.
DOJ Inspector General’s Report on FBI ‘Crossfire Hurricane’ Investigation Released
The long-awaited report from Department of Justice Inspector General Michael Horowitz was released as expected on Monday. Also as expected, the 400-page report said that the origins of the FBI’s Russia investigation ultimately had a proper and legal factual basis — despite numerous procedural shortcomings at the bureau, and despite a criminal referral related to low-level ex-FBI lawyer Kevin Clinesmith’s alleged alteration of an email used in an application to surveil former Trump adviser Carter Page.
COP 25: India calls for speedier expansion of international solar alliance
Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar said there was a need to speed up this alliance to trap solar energy in a big way
Shooting in the dark; Afghanistan's endless war pits brother against brother
The 19-year-old Taliban deserter is haunted by the memory of the attack on a police checkpoint in northern Afghanistan in August. Kneeling in the blood-soaked sand of the bunker as he and his comrades checked the bodies for weapons and ammunition, the young militant made a terrible discovery – one of
N4.8bn contract fraud: I’ll not shield my appointees from investigation and prosecution ― Ortom
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue has stated that he would not shield any of his appointees accused of corrupt practices from investigation and prosecution.
How China Mobile Sustains A 5% Dividend Yield, In 5 Charts
China Mobile is the largest mobile phone operator in the world, again trading at a 5% dividend yield backed by steady free cash flows.Compared with both domestic and US telecom counterparts, China Mob
Officer shoots, wounds man following traffic stop, chase
HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A man was shot and wounded by police over the weekend following a vehicle chase in South Florida, authorities said. An officer attempted to make...
Man and woman arrested in connection with murder of man in Kildare last year
Clive Staunton (50) was shot outside a house on Glen Easton Way on 15 November 2018.
Boeing is promising 3 fixes to the faulty autopilot behind the 737 Max crashes to let pilots stop it forcing the plane into an unstoppable nose-dive, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The faulty MCAS software, which was designed to push the plane's nose down to stabilize the jet, was a key factor in both 737 Max crashes.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
What looming doping ban would mean for Russia
Football and Formula One events in Russia would be exempt.
Vistara signs codeshare agreement with Lufthansa, 6th with overseas airline
As part of the agreement, Lufthansa will add its 'LH' designator code to nearly 18 Vistara-operated flights every day covering ten Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai
Elizabeth Warren reveals she earned $2 million from 30 years of private legal work as she feuds with Pete Buttigieg over financial transparency
Buttigieg's campaign has honed in Warren's previous private legal work, seeking to cast her as a "corporate lawyer" at odds her campaign message.
Australia burns grasslands to minimise looming bushfire risk
More than 100 fires are ablaze in New South Wales and Victoria states
TV crew laugh at Ted Cruz in live interview after he endorses Trump's baseless conspiracy theory
Ted Cruz was laughed at by a TV crew during a live interview after he endorsed Donald Trump’s baseless conspiracy theory about Ukraine.The Texas senator, who challenged Mr Trump to be the Republican nominee in 2016, was mocked for saying he believed there was “considerable evidence” that Ukraine meddled
India gang-rape shootings revives extrajudicial killing fears
Human rights campaigners warned of a deepening culture of impunity as police take the law into their own hands
National Assembly suspends voting on fast-tracked reform bills
The National Assembly decided Monday to suspend voting on fiercely contested fast-tracked bills, including election and prosecutorial reforms, and postpone its plenary session until Tuesday. National Assembly Speaker Moon Hee-sang drew the floor leaders of three major parties -- the ruling Democratic Party of Korea, Liberty Korea Party and minor conservative Bareunmirae Party -- to the agreement, following the e...
Grumpy Cat, lovelorn whale are stars of 2019's top animal stories
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A lovelorn singing whale, a world-famous feline sourpuss and ravenous goats credited with thwarting a dangerous California wildfire were among animals whose escapades across the United States made news in 2019.
Whom Does President Trump Remind You Of?
Uncouth he may be, but he’s not unfamiliar.
China claims everyone in Xinjiang camps has 'graduated'
People who were at vocational training centers in China's far west Xinjiang have all "graduated" and are living happy lives, an official said Monday. But U
Trump, Pelosi on shortlist for Time Person of the Year
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and President Trump have both made the shortlist to be named 2019’s Time Person of the Year, "Today" revealed Monday.
French far-left leader gets suspended jail term for shoving police
A French court on Monday handed a suspended jail term of three months to far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon over his conduct during a raid on his party offices last year, when he shoved a police officer and a prosecutor.
Guards who were with Juice Wrld when he died arrested on gun charges
They are both due in court later this month.
‘Get Brexit done’ is this election’s biggest lie
Leaving the EU will be only the start of a long and tortuous process. To claim anything else is pure fantasy, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins
Trump impeachment hearing interrupted by protester
The US Judiciary Committee is to vote soon on two or more charges of abuse of power, bribery and obstruction against US President Donald Trump.
French basketball player fined in China for not looking at flag
A French former NBA player has been reprimanded and fined US$1,400 by sports officials in China for not looking at the Chinese flag during the national anthem before a game.
Rights Group Calls For Amendments To Russian Domestic Violence Bill
Human Rights Watch (HRW) is calling on Russian lawmakers to amend a long-awaited draft law addressing domestic violence in order to bring it in line with international standards and include key protections for victims.
Zahradil 'conflict of interest' probe may flounder
The European Parliament's internal body, designed to sanction MEPs for conflicts of interests, has failed to deliver any meaningful verdicts. Some are hoping a future proposal for a new independent ethics body will help hold MEPs accountable.
Buhari travels to Egypt Tuesday - Premium Times Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt, to attend the Aswan Forum designed to set “An Agenda for Sustainable Peace
Poll: Likud, Blue & White up - Yisrael Beytenu down
New poll shows Left and Right nearly tied, with Jewish Home failing to enter next Knesset as Likud and Blue & White gain strength.
Boy on the floor photo prompts Boris to add larceny to mendacity
Faced with evidence of NHS overcrowding by a reporter, the PM simply pocketed it
Scottish Labour out to defy polls once again
The party picked up seven MPs in the 2017 General Election against expectations.
Airbus stock outperforms Boeing as 737 uncertainty continues
Some expect Airbus’s shares to continue to benefit from the confusion in 2020.
2020 Watch: Buttigieg on the defensive, Biden's strategy
NEW YORK (AP) — Presidential politics move fast. What we're watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign:___Days to Iowa caucuses: 56Days to general election: 330___THE NARRATIVEThe Republican president is likely to be impeached, but Democrats are further away from rallying behind one nominee (or two) than they've ever been, even after California Sen. Kamala Harris' sudden departure. The top tier still features four — former Vice President Joe Biden; South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg; Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders; and Massachusetts Sen.
Tories urge pro-UK voters to unite and back them in Scotland
Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw made the plea as he said the election is ‘on a knife edge’.
Russia, Ukraine to revive peace process, exchange prisoners
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's president are meeting for the first time at a summit in Paris to find a way to end the five years of fighting in eastern Ukraine.
Kentucky Derby 2020 Radar: Baffert uncorks Azul Coast
Horse Racing news: Kentucky Derby 2020 Radar: Baffert uncorks Azul Coast.
Katureebe advises Fresh Kid to balance talent and education
The young celebrity started singing as the judicial officers enjoyed his thrilling music despite being composed in Luganda.
Italy's Conte calls for a change in EU competition rules
ROME (Reuters) - Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte called on Monday for a change to European Union competition rules, saying current regulations were hindering the growth of European giants.
Sonia Gandhi turns 73, wishes pour in
Ms. Gandhi, however, is not celebrating her birthday in the wake of rape incidents in various parts of the country and concerns over women’s security.
Indian Full Service Carrier Vistara Signs Codeshare Pact With German Aviation Major Lufthansa
New Delhi (Sputnik): The aviation sector in India contributes $72 billion to its Gross Domestic Product. The country has 464 airports, of which 125 are owned by the government. According to Indian Commerce Ministry statistics, Foreign Direct Investment in India’s aviation sector reached $1.8 billion between April 2000 and December 2018.
Cherry blossoms prompt full-blown scandal for Japan's PM
It might be the most Japanese of political scandals: a furore over Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's guest list at a party to mark the annual cherry ...
A look inside Intare Arena in Kigali
The facility was built to spur Rwanda's meetings, incentives, conferencing, exhibitions (MICE) segment
Labour's first post-election Budget would give 330,000 North East workers a pay rise
Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell sets out his priorities for his first Budget, if Labour wins the election
Turkey deports 11 French suspected IS members
ANKARA, TURKEY (AP) - Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the Islamic State group, the Interior Ministry said Monday.
Concerned EU weighs response to Turkey-Libya border deal
Brussels (AP) -
Armed men kill Maersk MD’s wife at Ikoyi residence
Gildas Tohouo, managing director of Maersk Line, was attacked at his residence in the Ikoyi area of Lagos on Sunday night. Maersk is the world’s biggest shipping company. A source
Have you followed SC guidelines in Shadnagar ‘encounter’: HC
Government told to preserve bodies in Gandhi Hospital mortuary till Friday
Watch live: Democrats lay out impeachment case against Trump
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Democratic investigators will detail their impeachment case against President Donald Trump at a hearing on Capitol Hill Monday, presenting evidence to the House judiciary committee.
Freeland heads to Mexico in effort to finalize new NAFTA revisions
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland is to meet American and Mexican officials in Mexico City on Tuesday amid reports a deal to revise the new North American free-trade agreement is close to completion.
Wolves confirm two arrests for homophobia in Brighton and Hove Albion match
Wolves had strongly condemned the behaviour of two supporters after two arrests were made for homophobic abuse.
The Oraifite killings - The Nation Newspaper
Why an intra-communal feud turned bloody in Oraifite community in the Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State last week is a puzzle the authorities
SCOTUS Declines to Consider Challenge of Controversial Kentucky Abortion Law
The United State Supreme Court announced on Monday that it declined to consider the challenge to a Kentucky law requiring doctors to show patients ultrasounds before they receive an abortion.
Two arrested for murder of gangster Ashok Rathi: Police
Residents of Alipur village in Gurgaon, both the accused Narendra and Rohit, revealed that they held a grudge against the gangster because of a property dispute and family friction, and so they plotted his murder.
Citizenship bill introduced; Bill is not 0.001% against minorities, Amit Shah
He said Muslims from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh will not be benefited from the bill as ‘they have not faced religious prosecution’.
IP-based phone service providers to use technology to tackle caller ID spoofing
Canadian providers of Internet-based phone systems should be able to adopt new technology next year that goes after fake phone calls.
Two Wolves supporters arrested for homophobic abuse during Brighton & Hove Albion draw
Brighton have announced that two visiting supporters were arrested on suspicion of homophobic abuse during Sunday’s match with Wolves at the Amex Stadium. Two men, aged 46 and 48 from Bridgnorth in
Storm Brendan set to batter Scotland as country hot by two weather warnings
The Met Office has put in the alerts for heavy rain and wind for much of the country on Tuesday.
The daily business briefing: December 9, 2019
Democrats and the White House reach a deal on parental leave, Frozen 2 dominates the box office for a third week, and more
Talking Horses: Sandown seven either failed to see the flag, or ignored it
Jockeys’ appeals against bans for racing despite a yellow flag has brought under scrutiny the approach to stopping a race
Boris Johnson pockets reporter's phone to avoid picture of 4-year-old on hospital floor
Prime Minister forced to apologise and return phone
SSM to offer big discounts on compounds
PUTRAJAYA, Dec 9 — The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) will offer discounts up to 90 per cent for the settlement of compounds imposed on registered corporations from January 1 to April 30, next year. Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the...
Kentucky police seize air fryer containing 20 pounds of meth
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City leaders discuss new proposed gun range in Cape Coral in council meeting
City council members will discuss the $8 million proposed gun range planned for Cape Coral
Mermaids at Leinster House as protest calls for end to overfishing
“The oceans are dying before our eyes – we should be doing everything we can to reverse this situation before it is too late.”
US: Rally outside Pakistan embassy against Islamabad sponsored terrorism
A rally was organised outside the Pakistan embassy in Washington on Sunday to protest against Islamabad sponsored terrorism. Two congressional candidates from Virginia and American veterans who fought and worked in Afghanistan were among those who participated in the rally 'Veterans Rally against terror state Pakistan'.
Finland Politics
Finland's next government is breaking the mold in multiple ways. Sanna Marin, the 34-year-old transport minister, was tapped over the weekend by the ruling Social Democratic Party to be Finland's new prime minister. When she takes the reins of the country, most likely on Tuesday, she will become
N. Korean airline increases flights to Russia ahead of deadline for repatriation of workers
North Korea's national carrier has increased flights on a route between Pyongyang and Vladivostok as the deadline for the repatriation of North Korean workers draws near, sources said Monday.Air Koryo increased the number of weekly flights connecting the two cities to five from the previous two this week, according to Vladivostok International Airport. The change is set to last until Dec. 20. The increase appare...
FM Qureshi leaves for Turkey to attend Heart of Asia Conference
FM Qureshi leaves for Turkey to attend Heart of Asia Conference
One in hospital after crash into pole in Champaign County
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY — UPDATE @ 6:30 a.m.:
Thousands of homes and businesses left without power following Storm Atiyah
Around 7,000 homes and businesses are without power this morning following high winds from Storm Atiyah which took place last night.
What to expect from Monday's House Judiciary Committee impeachment summation hearing
Republican and Democratic lawyers are set to present impeachment evidence at the House Judiciary Committee's latest hearing. The House Judiciary Committee on Monday will hold its second public hearing in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump. The hearing will kick off with opening statements by Democratic counsel Barry Berke and Republican counsel Stephen Castor; from there, Democratic counsel Daniel Goldman will lay out the evidence for impeaching Trump, while Castor will lay out the evidence against, The New York Times reports. They'll be using evidence gathered by the House Intelligence Committee. The Republican and Democratic lawyers will have 90 minutes to present evidence, per Vox, at which point committee members will be able to ask questions. Politico in previewing the hearing notes that "lawmakers will have their crack at a congressional staffer, which can create a unique dynamic. They can be much more firm, direct and, to be frank, rude with someone who works on the Hill." The hearing is expected…
Bulgaria Ranks 52nd out of 189 Countries in the Human Development Index
Bulgaria is among the countries with a very high level of human development. Bulgaria ranks 52nd with a score of 0.
Tories hold 10-point lead over Labour three days before election
Party leaders have launched a final push to get voters to back them as election week begins.
How corruption and populist politics weigh down Delhi's infrastructure
The first of a five-part series takes stock of Delhi, the power centre and cultural melting pot of India, to find that it needs an overhaul
Wolves confirm two arrests for homophobia in Brighton and Hove Albion match
Wolves had strongly condemned the behaviour of two supporters after two arrests were made for homophobic abuse.
Duct-Taped Banana ‘Art’ Vandalized With ‘Epstein Didn’t Kill Himself’ Sign
The infamous art installation which featured a banana duct-taped to a wall has been vandalized with the words ‘Epstein Didn’t Kill Himself.’
Sweden: Multiple Dead as Gang-Related Shootings Continue
Two people were fatally shot outside a nightclub in Norrköping, Sweden, as gang violence continues to plague the country
Iraq military complex housing US forces slammed by rockets, says army
Several rockets slammed into an Iraqi military complex that hosts US forces next to Baghdad International Airport on Monday, wounding six Iraqi troops, the military said in a statement. Security forces found launchers with rockets that had not been fired properly, indicating a larger attack was planned, the military said.
The Russian Navy Has Some Problems
Yes, they received 23 new ships this year. That's where the good news ends.
Yediyurappa sustains power ; BJP won 12 out of 15 seats in by election
Chief Minister Yediyurappa can sustain power as BJP sweep out 12 of the 15 seats in by-election In Karnataka. BJP required six more seats to cross the magic line to form government in the 277 seat state assembly. The party won 12 seats, a whopping majority to form government.
Who’s Leading The Democratic Primary In The First Four States?
More than just the four early states will decide the 2020 Democratic primary. After all, Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina only make up about 4 per…
Telangana HC orders bodies of Hyderabad accused to be preserved till December 13
The Telangana High Court on Monday ordered to preserve the bodies of the accused in the Telangana doctor's rape and murder case till December 13.
Delhi Anaj Mandi fire: Police conducts 3D laser scan of building to recreate scene
A team from the Forensic Science Laboratory also visited the site and collected samples from the four-storey Anaj Mandi building.
Adam Schiff Fails to Show Up at Impeachment Hearing | Breitbart
Adam Schiff failed to show up at the presentation of his own committee's impeachment report at the House Judiciary Committee on Monday.
Libya arms embargo being systematically violated by UN states
Jordan, Turkey and UAE singled out for ‘routinely and blatantly’ supplying weapons
Sesame Street receives Kennedy Center Honors to rare bipartisan cheer
Members of both parties could be seen applauding as show is recognized at America’s most prestigious performing arts awards
R.Kelly’s Manager Ex-Tour Manager To Testify In Court
R. Kelly's former tour manager, Demetrius Smith, will testify on the singer's marriage to Aaliyah in one of his federal trials but he doesn't want to see Kelly thrown in prison.
A new video game about the 2020 election lets you fight as Donald Trump, Andrew Yang, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, or Cory Booker
Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang is the star of an upcoming video game featuring the frontrunners of the 2020 election – “Yang2020: Path To Presidency.” The game will let the 2020 candidates fight for the presidency, with a fictional story mode charting Yang’s path to office.
Pakistan Foreign Secretary’s remarks at 35th SAARC Charter Day Ceremony
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: A Ceremony was organized at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) in Islamabad on Monday in connection with the 35th SAARC Charter Day. The Ambassador from SAARC Member Countries and Senior Officials at MoFA attend the event. The Foreign Secretary of Pakistan Sohail Mahmood and Ambassador of Maldives Ahmed Saleem addressed the Ceremony. Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood’s remarks at the 35th SAARC Charter Day Ceremony Excellencies,
Sturgeon suggests EU vote would take place before indyref
The First Minister reiterated her view that another Scottish referendum should be held towards the end of 2020.
The Real Test for the GCC: Dealing with Qatar's Crisis Skilfully
This is a Gulf week par-excellence, as the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which was founded in 1981 with security as its primary concern, will hold it fortieth summit under exceptional circumstances. The Saudi capital Riyadh is considered the Counci
French basketballer fined in China for not looking at flag
BEIJING, China, Dec 9 - A French former NBA player has been reprimanded and fined Sh1.4mn by sports officials in China for not looking at the Chinese flag Get the latest local and international sports updates, football, rugby, athletics, golf, cricket and more
Hamas Chief Arrives in Turkey on First Leg of Foreign Tour
During his first trip beyond Egypt since 2017, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh is also scheduled to visit Malaysia, Russia, Qatar, Lebanon, Mauritania and Kuwait, Palestinian sources tell Turkish state media.
These are the bullets that killed JFK
The above GIF was created from new 3D scans of the bullets that killed president John F. Kennedy. The GIF shows two bits of the bullets that killed the president along with another mostly complete …
Bill for regulated recycling of ships passed by Parliament
MPs raise concerns over environmental impact, workers’ safety
Shooting in the dark; Afghanistan's endless war pits brother against brother
KUNDUZ, Afghanistan (Reuters) - The 19-year-old Taliban deserter is haunted by the memory of the attack on a police checkpoint in northern Afghanistan in August.
Three front-line nations drifting into chaos
Let's hope that Washington has enough wisdom to keep Ukraine, Turkey and South Korea on our side.
President Buhari and the rule of law
Eze Onyekpere This is 20 years of Nigeria’s experiment with civil rule which aspires to be a full-blown democracy. The current dispensation is founded on the Constitution of the Federal Republic o...
Boy on hospital floor dominates Britain's election campaign
LONDON (AP) - A 4-year-old boy in a Spider-Man top lying on a hospital floor took center stage Monday in Britain's election campaign, as the opposition painted his plight as a symptom of the country's ailing health system and branded Prime Minister Boris Johnson heartless for avoiding looking at his photo.
SC partially lifts ban on construction in Delhi-NCR
SC partially lifts ban on construction activities in Delhi-NCR, allows it from 6 am to 6 pm (Eds: Adding background) New Delhi, Dec 9 (PTI) The Supreme Court Monday allowed construction activity in the Delhi-NCR region between 6 am and 6 pm, partially lifting its complete ban on it. The apex court perused the report filed by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) which said that construction activities should not be allowed between 6 pm to 6 am.
Brian Monteith: This Brexit General Election could undermine trust in politicians even more
No side has been able to wholly convince the electorate of their main campaign claims, writes Brian Monteith.
UK parties in final campaign push for Thursday election - The Nation Newspaper
THE main political party leaders are continuing to push their election pledges to voters, as the campaign enters its final few days...
Supreme Court Weekly Round-Up
Consumer Forums/Commissions Cannot Consider Complaint/Appeal On Merits After Finding That It Is Time Barred [M/S. Singal Udyog V. National Insurance Company Ltd. & Ors.] The Supreme Court...
Biden looks to rural Iowa to catch fast-rising Buttigieg
STORM LAKE/OELWEIN, Iowa (Reuters) - As Joe Biden on Saturday finished an eight-day bus tour through the crucial early nominating state of Iowa, one realization loomed large: His biggest challenge to clinching the Democratic presidential nomination may be coming from Pete Buttigieg, a Midwest mayor less than half his age.
Watch Live: House Judiciary Committee Holds Hearing on Impeachment
The House Judiciary Committee holds its second hearing on the impeachment inquiry on Monday at 9 a.m.
After creating new emirates, Ganduje appoints Sanusi as head of Kano chiefs
Abdullahi Ganduje, governor of Kano state, has appointed Muhammadu Sanusi II, emir of Kano, as the head of the council of chiefs. In November, a high court in the state sacked four
Kampong Speu police arrest eight suspects over armed snatch thefts
Eight snatch theft suspects, including two women, who were armed with swords and sticks when committing crimes, were arrested by Kampong Speu police on Sunday in the province’s Chambak village in Samrong Tong district’s Voasar commune. Kampong Speu provincial police chief Sam Samuon told The Post on Monday that police arrested 11 suspects in a crackdown in Samrong Tong district.
North Korea calls Donald Trump 'thoughtless', 'sneaky old man' over tweets
Kim has said North Korea will seek a new way if the US maintains its sanctions and pressure, and issued the deadline for the Trump administration to offer mutually acceptable terms for a deal.
Allow citizenship, should not permit voting right for next 25 years, Sanjay Raut
Shiva Sena supported the citizenship amendment bill with some stipulations. Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that his party backs the bill pertaining to the voting rights of the persons included in the bill. He urged in Lok Sabha Amit Shah to allow citizenship to the deserved refugees but should not permit right to vote for the next 25 years.
Yusoff Rawther: Police open investigation paper
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Police have opened an investigation paper over Muhammed Yusoff Rawther’s allegations that he was sexually assaulted by PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department’s Prosecution and Legal Division principal assistant director SAC...
How Nillan’s 3rd birthday party went down in Photos
Can you even!
Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko denies corruption charges in court
Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has pleaded not guilty to more than 30 charges of money laundering, receiving bribes and conflict of interest after appearing in court under tight security.
China claims all Uighur Muslims have happily 'graduated' from its oppressive prison camp system, despite widespread reports that at least 1 million are detained
Xinjiang governor Shohrat Zakir claimed that everyone had "graduated" from "vocational training camps," found employment, and are leading happy lives.
Putin, Zelenskiy Meet In Bid To Bring Peace To Eastern Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, met in Paris for long-awaited talks on resolving the military conflict in eastern Ukraine.
China's Massive Microsoft Gut-Punch Won't Hurt MSFT Bull Run
Government agencies in China have to replace foreign software and equipment. That means, no more Microsoft for public offices by 2022.
American seen wrestling with ID-less off-duty cop in viral video charged with assault
An American banker seen in a now-viral video grappling with a man who turned out to be an off-duty police officer in an MTR station was charged with common assault and assaulting an officer today The incident happened on Saturday at Causeway Bay...
Sowore: APC Blasts PDP, Atiku For Condemning Activist’s Re-Arrest
The APC has berated the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for attacking the Department of State Services (DSS) over a court invasion.
PM criticised by Sturgeon over comments on EU migrants
Scotland’s First Minister branded Boris Johnson’s remarks ‘despicable’ and described them as ‘anti-immigration rhetoric’.
Man found not guilty of attempted murder of love rival’s mother
Robert Lawlor acquitted of threatening ex-partner’s boyfriend and shooting a dog
Factory owner, manager arrested after Indian capital's deadliest fire in 20 years
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Police in New Delhi have arrested the owner and manager of a factory where 43 people died in the Indian capital’s deadliest fire in 20 years, a spokesman said on Monday.
Malaysia announces first case of polio in the country for 27 years
Malaysia health officials have reported the first case of polio in the country for 27 years.
TANAP and Turkey's energy ambitions
The December 3-4 NATO summit in London was marked by internal bickering between member states. Yet by the end of the two-day gathering, consensus was reached on one item: that Russia poses a major problem to the alliance.
Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict
No comprehensive peace deal is expected from the afternoon meeting -- mediated by French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel -- but diplomats hope that the exercise will help to boost trust between the two men.
K'taka bypolls: With 12 seats Yediyurappa retains govt, Cong sees fallout
Modi called the by-polls in Karnataka "extraordinary", one which would decide whether the BJP government would stay or go.
Police seal off Dalmuir Park in Clydebank after body of man found in water
The man's body was discovered this morning.
Column: Some brief chilly periods in this week's forecast, but no prolonged cold
Our next quick hit of arctic air will arrive Tuesday and last through Thursday. While it won’t be extreme cold, it will be sufficient to s
Scores killed in India factory fire - The Nation Newspaper
At least 100 people were sleeping inside the factory, which mainly makes school bags, when the fire started. More than 60 have been rescued...
SC partially lifts ban on construction in Delhi-NCR, allows It from 6 am to 6 pm
SC perused the report filed by CPCB which said that construction activities should not be allowed between 6 pm to 6 am.
Free counter-terrorism training available to public for first time
Counter-terrorism training is going to be made available to the public for the first time to prepare them for major incidents.
Puzzle As Jowie Allegedly Transferred To Voi, Parents Question Motive
Jowie Irungu, the prime suspect in the brutal murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani has allegedly been transferred from Kamiti Maximum Prison Security Prison under unclear circumstances.According
Guards who were with Juice Wrld when he died arrested on gun charges
They are both due in court later this month.
US continues to block appointment to key WTO body
Washington spurns the draft General Council decision presented by facilitator
Constituency profile: Great Grimsby
A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.
Karnataka By-polls Results: 11 rebels labelled defectors by their parties win again on BJP seats
Congress won two seats, Janata Dal Secular (JDS) drew a blank while a BJP rebel won as an Independent candidate.
FG to sign MoU on Ajaokuta Steel in January 2020 — Minister
The Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Mr Olamilekan Adegbite has said that the Federal Government will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)...
Study finds broadcast coverage of the UK election has aligned 'most closely' with Boris Johnson's agenda, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The study's authors found that "in proportional terms, TV coverage has therefore tended to align most closely with the Conservatives' Brexit agenda.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Asaduddin Owaisi Tears Citizenship Amendment Bill, Says it Will Make Muslims 'Stateless'
Calling the Bill ‘arbitrary in nature’, Asaduddin Owaisi said secularism is the basic structure of the Constitution and the Bill was in violation of fundamental rights.
Justice Dept. watchdog to issue report on claims of Trump spying
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- The internal watchdog for the U.S. Department of Justice will release a highly-anticipated report Monday answering accusations by the Trump administration that federal authorities illegally spied on President Donald Trump's campaign while searching for evidence of collusion between it and Russia.
US military aircraft spotted near Russian base in Syria: report
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:30 P.M.) – A U.S. military aircraft was tracked off the coast of Syria this week, as it reportedly traveled through the eastern Mediterranean region. Citing the Twitter account IntelSKy, Avia.Pro reported that a U.S. P-8 military aircraft was tracked near the Russian Hmeimim Airbase, which is located in the southwestern part of the Latakia Governorate. “The American anti-submarine aircraft Boeing P-8 A Poseidon was spotted a few hours ago near the Russian military bases in Syria. A rather remarkable event took place for the first time in many weeks, which raises questions from experts about the Pentagon’s new interest in Russian military bases,” Avia.Pro said. The reason for the close flight is unknown and the U.S. Armed Forces do not comment about these flights. “The purpose of the flight of the American military aircraft was unknown, however, experts previously noticed an interesting detail – often the appearance of American military aircraft near the Russian military bases in Syria are accompanied…
Man in tux 'repeatedly punched in the face' during late-night town assault
A MAN in a tuxedo suffered injuries to his face after being repeatedly punched during a late-night assault in St Helier.
No let up in Lahore’s crime rate
LAHORE: The Punjab police have failed to control crime in the provincial capital as proven by figures of 2019 in comparison with those of 2018, Pakistan Today learnt reliably on Monday.A well-plac
Supreme Court leaves Kentucky's ultrasound law in place
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions.
Karnataka By-Election Results 2019: BJP retains majority after winning 6 seats
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a poll meeting in Jharkhand, hailed the BJP's performance and accused the Congress of stealing the people's mandate in Karnataka through the back door, contending it has been taught a lesson in the just-concluded bypolls.
Biden campaign attacks Trump policy on Saudi Arabia, North Korea
Democrat Joe Biden’s presidential campaign launched new attacks on Donald Trump on Sunday, advocating a reevaluation of U.S.-Saudi relations.
Walmart apologises for Christmas jumper 'showing Santa doing cocaine'
Walmart Canada has issued an apology for selling a jumper on its site that appears to show Santa Claus doing cocaine. The item of clothing shows Saint Nicholas sitting behind a table with three lines
We are placing Prasa under administration – Mbalula
The minister has dissolved the interim board with immediate effect and Bongisizwe Mpondo has been appointed administrator.
Boeing is promising 3 fixes to the faulty autopilot behind the 737 Max crashes to let pilots stop it forcing the plane into an unstoppable nose-dive
Boeing is promising three fixes for the faulty autopilot system widely attributed as a cause of two deadly crashes by the 737 Max plane, CBS News reported Sunday.
Omo-Agege introduces amendment bill on electoral malpractice
Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege on Monday said, he had introduced a bill for comprehensive amendment of the Electoral Act No. 6 of 2010.
Indonesia’s export ban can boost nickel exports from the Philippines to China, says GlobalData
Nickel is mined from many sources around the world and is presently used for stainless steel, nonferrous alloys, electroplating, alloy...Read More...
‘I Don’t Know What He Was Doing’: Joe Biden Gets Defensive When Asked About Son’s Business Dealings
Former Vice President Joe Biden appeared defensive when Axios co-founder Mike Allen asked him during an “Axios on HBO” interview about his son’s business dealings in Ukraine.
Efforts to reduce plastic during Paryaya of Admar Mutt
Efforts would be made to reduce the use of plastic during the Paryaya period (2020-22) of Admar Mutt here. M.B. Puranik, President of the Sri Krishna Seva Balaga, told presspersons today that it was t
Republican Counsel Stephen Castor Destroys Democrats' Arguments for Impeachment | Breitbart
Stephen Castor, Republican counsel for the House Intelligence Committee, laid out his party's case against Trump's impeachment.
Ukraine's security chief, interior minister and chief of General Staff to be Zelensky's advisors at Normandy Four summit
The Ukrainian delegation also includes Minister of Energy and Environmental Protection Oleksiy Orzhel and Executive Director of NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine Yuriy Vitrenko.
INEC seeks powers to withhold certificates of candidates declared winner under duress
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for the amendment of electoral laws return of candidates declared winners under duress.
Malaysia reports first case of polio since 1992
A three-month-old Malaysian infant has been diagnosed with polio, the first case reported in the country in nearly three decades, a top health official said on Sunday.
Trump accused of anti-Semitism after saying Jewish Americans will vote for him so they can avoid a wealth tax
Progressive Jewish groups have accused President Donald Trump of spreading anti-Semitic smears when he spoke on Saturday night in an appeal to Jewish voters at an Israeli American Council conference.
Yakut Shaman Resumes March To Moscow 'To Drive Putin Out Of Kremlin'
Yakut shaman Aleksandr Gabyshev has resumed his march to Moscow from his native far-eastern region of Yakutia "to drive [President Vladimir] Putin out of the Kremlin."
SERAP faults presidency on Sowore - The Nation Newspaper
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) on Sunday faulted the presidency for comparing Omoyele Sowore and Olawale Bakare with
Rockets Hit Base Near Baghdad Airport, Six Wounded
An army complex that hosts U.S. forces next to Baghdad International Airport was hit by several rockets, wounding six Iraqi troops, the military said in a statement.
Boris Johnson is an enemy to football and Gary Neville did not go far enough when condemning prime minister
Gary Neville did not go far enough. The Tories are the enemies of football. If Boris Johnson is given a working majority in Parliament on Thursday in the General Election, stadiums across the country
'We demand proof, not promises': Papuans urge Jokowi to bring justice to Paniai tragedy
Five people, including four high school students, were allegedly shot and killed by Indonesian Military (TNI) soldiers on Dec. 8, 2014, during a protest in Paniai.
Teen son accused of fatally stabbing his mother in car on Long Island
Police arrested a man who they say stabbed his mother to death on Long Island.
PICTURES: Over 100 SADA tricycles burnt in WA
Over 100 tricycles belonging to the defunct Savannah Accelerated Authority (SADA) now Northern Development Authority (NDA) have been burnt in Wa, the Upper West Regional capital. The tricycles that have been abandoned in the open at the controller fuel station, were reported to have been burnt on Monday morning according to MyNewsGh.com sources. It is believed to have been caused by wild fire in view of the impending dry season accompanied by the harmattan winds and took fire fighters several hours to bring the inferno under control but most of them were burnt beyond repairs. Sale of tricycles The Northern Development Authority started the sale of tricycles that were purchased under the defunct Savannah Accelerated Development Authority (SADA).
Senator Danjuma Goje says he won’t contest election at any level again
A serving Nigerian senator, Muhammadu Danjuma Goje, has announced that he will not contest for any elective office in the future. Goje, a former governor of Gombe state, made the disclosure on Sunday, December 8.
Are Articles of Impeachment Coming As Soon As This Week?
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler wants to get the impeachment ball rolling. So much so that he hinted on "Meet the Press" on Sunday that Congress may introduce their articles of impeachment against President Trump as early as this week.
Forensic officers scour scene of ‘unexplained’ death two days after man’s body was found in Glasgow lane
FORENSIC officers are still at the scene of an “unexplained” death two days after a man’s body was found in a Glasgow lane. Cops confirmed a 40-year-old man had passed away after they were called t…
Pam Bondi: Trump Wants Schiff, Hunter Biden, ‘Whistleblower’ to Testify
Pam Bondi said that President Trump expects a fair Senate trial and expects Adam Schiff, Hunter Biden, and the “whistleblower” to testify.
European shares flat as China data stokes slowdown worries
(For a live blog on European stocks, type LIVE/ in an Eikon news window)Dec 9 (Reuters) - European stocks were flat on Monday as new data from China signalled a slowdown in the world's second-largest economy, stoking fresh concerns about slowing global growth.The pan-European STOXX 600 index was trading flat at 0803 GMT, after closing more than 1% higher on Friday following a robust U.S. jobs report.
Trivandrum Bar Association expresses ‘regret’ for ruckus
Police seek permission to file case against magistrate
'Devastating' fire at Alberta dealership leaves 60 out of work
Fire destroyed the Edson Chrysler Dodge Jeep dealership early Monday morning, leaving dozens of employees out of work.
Pot Noodles urgently recalled by Food Standards Agency alongside Asda and Tesco supermarket products
Do NOT eat these items
Flashy Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges
Governor Mike, the latest top official to be hauled in on corruption charges in Kenya, is accused of having benefited from irregular procurement and payments of $3.5 million.
InfoWars Host Disrupts Impeachment Hearing: ‘America’s Sick of the Treason Committed by the Democrat Party’
InfoWars host Owen Shroyer interrupted the impeachment hearing before the House Judiciary Committee on Monday.
Checks on goods needed to protect EU market - Coveney
Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney has said that there will be a need for checks on goods moving from Britain into Northern Ireland in order to protect the EU Single Market.
Man in Viral Video of Brutal Elephant Killing Pays Dearly
After the shocking video of the man mercilessly hacking the poor animal to death went viral, village elders have finally turned...
Demand for climate action at heart of Scottish Greens’ campaign
The Scottish Greens’ manifesto has also put a Green New Deal at its centre.
Boy on hospital floor dominates Britain's election campaign
LONDON (AP) - A 4-year-old boy in a Spider-Man top lying on a hospital floor took center stage Monday in Britain's election campaign, as the opposition painted his plight as a symptom of the country's ailing health system and branded Prime Minister Boris Johnson heartless for avoiding looking at his photo.
Microsoft adds ‘campaign views’ phishing intel to Office 365 Advanced Threat Protection
Microsoft has launched 'campaign views' as part of Office 365 Advanced Threat Protection, to give companies more visibility into phishing campaigns.
Crane collapsed after being hit by APL container ship in Antwerp VIDEO
Container ship APL MEXICO CITY broke off her mooring at Doel, Antwerp, in the afternoon Dec 9, drifted across harbor and contacted DP World pier crane. Crane, thankfully unmanned at the time, colla…
Corruption biggest hurdle in country's progress: Chaudhry Sarwar
Corruption biggest hurdle in country
House Democrats lay out case for formal Trump impeachment as President tweets his scorn
The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against President Donald Trump as both sides of politics began to feel the pressure.
DNR Legislature More Aligned With Russia Than Ukraine - Donetsk People's Republic Parl't Speaker
Ukrainian authorities launched a military operation against the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic and Lugansk People's Republic in April 2014. The two regions declared independence following a coup in Ukraine two months earlier. According to the latest UN data, some 13,000 people have fallen victim to the conflict.
Fans claim that Juice WRLD predicted his own death with eerie lyrics
The lyrics were written in tribute to other rappers who died young.
Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn’s campaign itineraries compared
Where have the Tory and Labour leaders been so far – and why?
Jawan kills Chhattisgarh Armed Force commander, shoots self
According to a preliminary report, the SSP said, the two had a tiff over something around 6.30 am, following which the jawan opened fire.
Delhi Fire tragedy: Court sends property owner, manager to 14-day police custody
The police have booked the two accused under section 304 and 308 of IPC at Sadar Bazar police station.
Sonko To Spend Two More Days In Police Custody
Nairobi governor Mike Sonko will spend two more days in police custody pending his bail application ruling on Wednesday.Milimani Law Courts Chief Magistrate Douglas Ogoti ordered that he be remand
Kosovo files IS terror charges against man, wife and mother
Kosovo prosecutors filed terrorism charges Monday against three ethnic Albanians who returned to the small European country in May after allegedly joining the Islamic State group in Syria. Prosecutors said the three are a man, his wife and his mother.
31 Army personnel killed in terrorist attacks along LoC from 2016 to 2018, says govt
Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik said that in 2016, six Army personnel died in terrorist attacks, followed by 13 in 2017 and 12 in 2018.
Federal govt's refusal to provide clean needles in prison to be challenged today
An Ontario court is set to hear today a constitutional challenge to the federal ban on needles for drug-using prisoners.
‘Congress Partitioned Nation On Religious Lines’: Amit Shah Tables Citizenship Amendment Bill In Lok Sabha
The Home Minister also said that the Bill did not violate any article of the Constitution.
PSD supports progressive taxation of income
Interim Chairperson of the Social Democratic Party (PSD) Marcel Ciolacu argued that it is
New Zealand volcano claims at least five lives in first eruption in nearly two decades
A volcano erupted on New Zealand’s White Island earlier today. Early reports indicate that the event has already claimed at least five lives, and emergency recovery efforts are still underway…
Democrats agree to sanction Trump's Space Force in exchange for paid federal parental leave
President Trump wants to have a full-fledged Space Force to tout in his re-election bid and Democrats want 12 weeks of paid parental leave for federal workers with newborn or newly adopted children, and if Senate Republicans go along, everyone will get their wish this holiday season, The Washington Post reports. Democratic lawmakers and the White House have tentatively agreed to a deal for a must-pass defense authorization bill that would give Trump his sixth branch of the military and Democrats the biggest expansion in federal benefits since Bill Clinton's presidency. Over several months of negotiations on the defense spending bill, Democrats and Republicans reached agreement on about 1,300 provision, but "the White House cared most about Space Force," a person familiar with the negotiations told the Post. Democrats used Trump's fixation on the topic to get the 2.1 million civilian workforce in line with benefits the military enacted in 2016. About a quarter of private companies in the U.S. offer paid parental…
Michael Healy-Rae hospitalised after fire at his Kerry office
KERRY TD Michael Healy-Rae is being treated in hospital for suspected smoke inhalation after a fire was detected at his property.
Citizenship Amendment Bill: Protests erupt as India pushes for 'anti-Muslim' law
Bill seeks to amend the Citizenship Act of 1955 which prohibits illegal migrants from applying for Indian citizenship
Democrats poised to unveil 2 impeachment articles vs. Trump
Trump and his allies acknowledge he will likely be impeached in the Democratic-controlled House, but they also expect acquittal next year in the Senate where Republicans have the majority.
Sowore: What Top Yoruba Leader Said About Activist’s Re-Arrest By DSS
The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland Gani Adams has described the re-arrest of activist Omoyele Sowore as a national tragedy.
Kevin McCarthy torches Dems' impeachment push: Nadler is 'inept' and Schiff is a 'liar'
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy on Monday torched House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff, D-Calif., for allegedly lying throughout the impeachment inquiry process in order to successfully indict President Trump.
Joining hands to deliver
Need to bring detained MNAs to the House The government-opposition mudfest continues as usual. PTI supporters gathered outside Avenfield apartments asking for Nawaz Sharif’s head, l
BofA Director Charged in Hong Kong After Scuffle With Police
(Bloomberg) -- A Bank of America Corp. anti-bribery and compliance director in Hong Kong was charged with assaulting a police officer after an altercation in a metro station over the weekend, according to a person familiar with the matter.The director, a 35-year-old American, was released on HK$10,000
Woman dies swimming off Antrim coast
Another woman who got into difficulty taken to hospital; understood women were part of swim group
Man, 53, stabbed multiple times over theft of his cell phone in Oshawa
A 26-year-old Ajax man has been charged with attempted murder after a male victim was stabbed numerous times outside an Oshawa convenience store last Saturday, in what investigators say started as a cell phone theft.
Burke: Three of Aesop’s fables, fractured by Trumpian lore
Written thousands of years ago, Aesop’s morals still hold true when applied to the Trump presidency.
China Fires Another Salvo as the Trade War Kicks into High Gear – Orders Government Offices to Purge Western Tech
China is planning to purge all public offices of foreign-sourced technology in a policy that has come to light only recently.
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
VANCOUVER - The Law Society of British Columbia has moved to require Indigenous cultural competency training for all practising lawyers in the province, in
Burst water main at Dumbarton Common described as 'mini geyser'
It's left a large hole in the grass.
Buhari jets out to Egypt on Tuesday
President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to depart Abuja Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt to attend the Aswan Forum designed to set.
Former Ukrainian Lawmaker Handed Two-Year Sentence In Russia For Embassy Attack
Former Ukrainian lawmaker Mykola Rudkovskiy has been sentenced to 2 years in prison in Russia on charges of attacking the Russian Embassy in Kyiv in 2014.
'No impact of BJP's tactics on Shivajinagar voters'
Congress leader Rizwan Arshad, who has secured a total of 40, 481 votes so far, thanked the voters, saying they did not fall prey to the Bharatiya Janata Party's tactics.
Boris Johnson Ready For 12 December Elections
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he was nervous about his narrowing lead in opinion polls ahead of Thursday’s election but pledged to deliver a “transformative” Brexit on Jan. 31 that would allow lower immigration. The 12 December election will decide the fate of Brexit and the world’s fifth largest economy with a stark choice […]
Justice Dept. watchdog finds no evidence of bias in Russia inquiry
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- The internal watchdog for the U.S. Department of Justice said in a highly-anticipated report Monday efforts by federal authorities to conduct surveillance on a member of President Donald Trump's campaign as part of the Russia investigation were rife with mistakes, but contained nothing improper or illegal.
Barangays urged to create ‘Christmas’ social assistance programs
President Rodrigo Duterte has enjoined all Sangguniang Barangays to establish a social assistance program for village officials and employees this Yuletide.
TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu protests against onion price hike
This action by the police led to a verbal altercation between them and TDP leaders.
PKR sec-gen says SPV 2030 dinner did not violate party discipline
PUTRAJAYA, Dec 9 — The ‘Shared Prosperity Vision’ dinner which was attended by several PKR leaders yesterday, did not violate the party discipline, said PKR secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. However, he said, the content of the speech delivered during the dinner was...
Trump Has Urged the World Bank to Stop Lending Money to China
US President Donald Trump has called on the World Bank to stop lending money to China, BTA quoted Reuters as saying. This is his second strike on Beijing at a time when the two sides are continuing negotiations on a trade deal.
Task team established to fight congestion at Cape Town port | IOL News
Western Cape MEC for economic affairs David Maynier said he has established a task team to solve ongoing congestion in the Cape Town port.
Activist Thunberg turns spotlight on indigenous struggle at climate summit
MADRID (Reuters) - Teen activist Greta Thunberg turned a spotlight on the struggles of the world’s indigenous peoples against climate change on Monday, appearing at a U.N. summit alongside other young campaigners furious at the West’s failure to tackle the crisis.
AG William Barr told Trump that Rudy Giuliani has become a liability, The Washington Post reports
Attorney General William Barr counseled President Donald Trump that his personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani has become a liability for his administration, The Washington Post reported Sunday, citing people familiar with the conversations.
Boris Johnson says he will stop immigrants treating Britain 'as their own country'
Prime minister Boris Johnson says EU migrants had been able to treat the UK as their own country for too long.
Tis Hazari clash: SC seeks placing of HC orders related to lawyers-Delhi police tiff
The bench, also comprising Justice Indira Banerjee, said it would like to see what orders have been passed by the high court which is dealing with the issue.
Local activist helps raise $20,000 to support LGBTQ+ youth
Within 10 hours, a local activist helped raise $10,000 to support transgender youth. In less than a week, the amount raised has doubled.Mike Morrison felt compelled to kickstart a fundraising campa…
Sonko is a fugitive having fled prison, state says in opposing his bail
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko’s troubled past haunted him on Monday, after the prosecution heavily relied on it to argue its case in - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Thousands Protest In Russia's Northwest Against Becoming Moscow's Dumping Ground
Thousands have rallied in the northwestern Russian town of Kotlas against the construction of a new landfill for waste from Moscow.
U.S. military to shift focus to competing with China and Russia: Esper
Defense Secretary Mark Esper said Saturday he still plans to shift the military’s focus to competing with China and Russia, even as security threats pile up in the Middle East. Esper outlined his strategic goals and priorities in a speech at the Reagan National Defense Forum, an annual gathering of government, defense industry and military officials.
Democrat Counsel Barry Berke Plays Deceptively Edited Video of Trump at Impeachment Hearing | Breitbart
Barry Berke played the same deceptively-edited video clip of Trump that Democrats had used in last week's impeachment hearing.
Red Cross trains 40 professionals on “health care in danger’’
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Nigeria delegation says 40 healthcare professionals benefitted from its two-day training of trainer...
Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz: 5 life lessons to learn from rematch
Anthony Joshua finally overcame the midnight ghost of Andy Ruiz Jr, after reclaiming his WBO, WBC and IBF heavyweight titles in Saudi Arabia. The Nigerian-born British fighter is now a two-time heavyweight champion.
Eight Servicemen Killed in Southern Afghanistan Due to Car Bomb Explosion - Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - According to sources, as cited by the Xinhua news outlet, the bomb was detonated by a suicide bomber.
Trump reportedly uses unsecured phone lines. Cybersecurity experts explain why those are 'so easy to hack it's scary.'
Business Insider spoke with cybersecurity experts about how hackers gain access to phone conversations on unsecured devices.
Kenya story building collapse: 10 dead, 20 inured, 30 missing - Police
Nairobi Police Chief Philip Ndolo said four bodies were recovered from the scene Sunday including that of a child, while a fifth person died in a hospital. According to authorities, that brings the ov
White House Absent as Counsel Makes Case to Impeach Trump
Calling out the White House’s conspicuous absence from a hearing to make the case for impeachment, Representative Jerry Nadler asserted Monday that President Donald Trump may have spurned the proceedings for lack of a defense.
Omo-Agege, Wase’s aides groan, plan protest as NASS reduces salaries
Some aides to the deputy Senate president, Omo-Agege, and the deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Ahmed Wase, have accused the National Assembly of refusing to pay their salaries and entitlements.
Ukraine reports seven enemy attacks in Donbas on Dec 8
There were no Ukrainian army casualties in the past day.
Oklahoma City nonprofit raises funds to serve human trafficking survivors
The Dragonfly Home, a metro-area nonprofit that helps human trafficking survivors, is holding its third annual “Drive for Dragonfly” fundraiser. Dragonfly operates Oklahoma’s only state-certified human trafficking crisis center and is working to open a sex trafficking shelter in Oklahoma City. Since receiving state certification from the Attorney General’s Office in November 2016, Dragonfly has served more than 300 victim-survivors of sex and labor trafficking, and fielded more than 3,000 calls to its 24-hour helpline. The fundraising effort is led by Maddie McNeill, a recent University of Oklahoma graduate, and Rebecca Jakopin and Shary Bouvette, two current OU students.
Seven Qataris held for illegal poaching
Arrested men also include members of the Qatari royal family
HC allows Centre more time to file reply on plea for drafting Uniform Civil Code
Senior advocate Vikas Singh, appearing for Upadhyay, said the government has to make its stand clear, whether it has recommended for drafting a UCC to the Law Commission or not.
AMD and Intel Could Be Screwed By New Chinese Mandate Forbidding Foreign Technology
Following the U.S. ban that prohibited domestic companies from supplying equipment to Huawei back in May, the technological Cold War between the U.S. and China just got a bit more intense now that Beijing has ordered all Chinese government and public-facing offices to replace any equipment featuring foreign components.
Pete Buttigieg asked if taking big money out of politics includes not taking money from billionaires, he responds: 'No'
Pete Buttigieg implied that he would take money off billionaires and closed-door fundraisers during a terse exchange with a student activist, amid growing criticism of the Democratic candidate’s fundraising strategy.The 2020 presidential candidate has come under scrutiny for his decision to take money
Troops kill eight Boko Haram terrorists, rescue 31 hostages in Borno
The troops of Operation Lafiya Dole deployed at Malam Fatori in Abadam local government area of Borno State have killed eight Boko Haram insurgents
PM criticised by Sturgeon over comments on EU migrants
Scotland’s First Minister branded Boris Johnson’s remarks ‘despicable’ and described them as ‘anti-immigration rhetoric’.
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez say company seeking HIV patent extension 'deceitful and immoral'
Trump is urged to block company from holding back drug, Descovy, from the market
Experts to use AI to finish Beethoven's unfinished 10th symphony
An international team of musicologists, the pianist Robert Levin and computer experts are to use Beethoven's fragmentary notes for his unfinished 10th...
Load Shedding: Here is the City of Cape Town's guide to Stage 6 and beyond | Cape Argus
Eskom implemented Stage 6 load shedding on Monday, and had everyone frustrated and scrambling to check their schedules.
Cougar mauls dog, eats cat
The B.C. Conservation Officer Service is advising the public to keep their pets on a leash after a dog was mauled by a cougar Saturday afternoon in Penticton.
SNP campaign focused on key constitutional issues of Brexit and independence
The SNP leader has sought to portray Boris Johnson as unfit to lead Britain.
China says Uighur Muslims have 'graduated' from camps
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- China claimed ethnic Uighurs once held in detention centers in the western region of Xinjiang have all been released, while criticizing the United States for "attacks and smears."
Corbyn's Labour 'Worst Global anti-Semitic Incident,' Simon Wiesenthal Center Says
'No one has done more to mainstream anti-Semitism' than Corbyn, the Jewish human rights group says
15 People Were Killed during Protests in Baghdad
Iraqi security and health officials said unidentified gunmen fired shots at protesters at the Khilani square in Baghdad, killing 15 people and injuring dozens, the Associated Press reported. At least two of those killed are police officers.
Sievers and Rodgers sentencings happening this week
The penalty phase in the trial of Mark Sievers will start Tuesday.
Qatar state minister for foreign affairs arrives in Riyadh: QNA
DUBAI (Reuters) - Qatar’s minister of state for foreign affairs arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday, state news agency QNA said, for a preparatory meeting ahead of an annual summit of Gulf Cooperation Council leaders that could see a thaw in a 2-1/2-year Gulf crisis.
UPS Truck Chase-Shootout
Family and friends honored on Monday a UPS driver who was killed in a shootout between Florida police and the robbery suspects who had hijacked his delivery truck. Loved ones filed by Frank Ordonez's open casket at a Miami funeral home to pay respects to the 27-year-old driver. Some UPS employees
Uhuru is for us all, Ruto tells Kieleweke
Ruto asks Jubilee leaders to reject politics of hate, chaos and division.
Weatherman Issues Update on Cyclone Belna
In a statement sent to newsrooms, the Kenya Meteorological Department admitted that...
Mexico rejects US trade deal proposals on steel, aluminum
Mexico's foreign minister said Sunday the country would not accept a US proposal for steel and aluminum production under the new trade deal, saying it would leave Mexico at a disadvantage. During a meeting with senators to discuss details of negotiations for the United States-Mexico-Canada treaty
Crews working to contain industrial fire in Schomberg
Crews are working to contain a fire that broke out in an industrial building in Schomberg early this morning.
Anaj Mandi fire incident was catastrophe waiting to happen, says NHRC
About 100-150 people were sleeping when the fire broke out and most of the victims choked to death
EU weighs response to Turkey-Libya maritime border deal
Brussels (AP) - European Union foreign ministers debated Monday how to respond to a controversial agreement between Turkey and Libya that could give Turkey access to a contested economic zone across the Mediterranean Sea.
Man jailed for 14 sexual offences after police seize his computer and iPhone
Thomas Inglis admitted the charges
Brittain elects for jury trial
Alleged quadruple murderer John Brittain appeared briefly in Penticton court Monday morning, waiving his right to a previously-scheduled preliminary inquiry and announcing his intention to proceed straight to a jury trial in B.C. Supreme Court.
Alleged P&ID scam: Court dismisses Briton’s plea for bail variation
The Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the application for bail variation filed by a British man, James Nolan.Justice
Finland ready to elect world's youngest prime minister
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Finland's Sanna Marin could become the world's youngest sitting prime minister this week at 34 after she was elected by her party late Sunday to assume its leadership position.
Dev says MakerDAO attackers could turn $20M in Ethereum into $340M almost instantly
A software developer claims to have found a way in which to make an "incredibly profitable" but "expensive" attack to steal all the Ethereum available in MakerDAO.
Floods worsen in Johor while Kelantan fully recovers
JOHOR BARU, Dec 9 — The number of flood victims currently housed at the temporary relief centres (PPS) in Kota Tinggi has increased to 39, as of 5pm, compared to 19 victims recorded at noon today. State Local Government, Urban Well-being and Environment Committee chairman Tan Chen Choon, in a...
In Pictures: Fishy encounter and scenic views as parties launch final voter push
The PM visited a fish market while the SNP battle bus took a trip to the Highlands.
Factory owner, manager nabbed after Indian capital's deadliest fire in 20 years
Police in New Delhi have arrested the owner and manager at a factory where 43 people perished in the Indian capital's deadliest fire in 20 years, a spokesman said on Monday.
Russia opposes initiative on expanding Normandy format
The leaders of the Normandy Four states – Ukraine, France, Germany, and Russia – are scheduled to meet in Paris, France, on December 9.
Communism claims a ploy to tarnish democratic process, says minister
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Senator P. Waytha Moorthy has expressed disappointment over allegations made by a Terengganu Umno member that communist elements have infiltrated the government. In a statement today, he said such claims are clear efforts to...
Meet Ali, 25, Boris Johnson's biggest challenger
Ali Milani didn't speak English when he came to Britain from Iran at the age of five. Twenty years later, he's the biggest individual threat to Boris Johnson at this week's election. The 25-year-old
Ex-Boston Celtics player fined for not looking at Chinese flag during national anthem
Guerschon Yabusele now plays for Nanjing Tongxi Monkey King.
House Judiciary Committee heads deliver statements in Trump impeachment hearing
The heads of the House Judiciary Committee squared off Monday as the panel prepared to hear evidence in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump. Rep. Doug Collins, the ranking Republican on the
Ministers draw ire of Rajya Sabha Chairman for absence
Last week, Mr. Naidu had pulled up members for skipping meetings of the Parliamentary Standing Committees.
The GOP wall: Why Republicans won't walk away from Trump
Analysis: Politics and the media have changed since the time a group of GOP lawmakers went to the White House to tell Nixon he was finished.
Karnataka bypolls: Counting begins to decide BJP's fate
The counting of votes for the by-elections on 15 assembly seats in Karnataka that went to polls on December 5 is underway at 11 centres in the state. The election results will have a bearing on the
LHC to hear Maryam Nawaz's petition for removal of name from ECL today
December 09: Pakistan and Qatar formalize a preferential trade agreement (PTA) and Free trade agreement (FTA) to improve bilateral trade and ties between two nations. Read More
WADA imposes four-year Olympic ban on Russia – media
WADA's executive committee took the decision after it concluded that Moscow had tampered with laboratory data by planting fake evidence.
Rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport, six wounded
Four Katyusha rockets struck a military base next to Baghdad International Airport on Monday wounding "six fighters", a statement from the military said. Security forces found a rocket launcher and several rockets in a search of the area, the statement said. There was no immediate claim of responsibility. It was the latest in a spate of rocket attacks on military installations this past week. On Thursday, two Katyusha rockets landed inside Balad air base, but there were no casualties or damage reported from the attack.
Buhari’s appointee Okechukwu wants APC, PDP to adopt Igbo presidency in 2023
One of the only ways to save Nigeria's democracy from threats is for the APC and the PDP to adopt presidential candidates from the south east zone, Osita Okechukwu, an appointee of Muhammadu Buhari, has said.
Barr 'warns Trump that Giuliani has become a liability'
Donald Trump’s attorney general has repeatedly briefed the president that Rudy Giuliani has become a liability to his administration, it has been reported, as opposition to the former New York mayor continues to swell within the White House.Mr Giuliani, the president’s personal lawyer, has become increasingly
4-year-old twins free selves, climb to safety after crash in Washington
SEATTLE - Washington state authorities say 4-year-old twins freed themselves from their car seats and climbed an embankment seeking help following a car cra
Hong Kong police defuse bombs designed 'to kill and to maim'
Hong Kong police say they have defused two large homemade bombs packed with nails and designed “to kill and to maim people.” Police say the bombs found Monday evening were “complete, fully functional and ready to be used.” The bombs were radio-controlled, to be triggered with mobile phones. Police said they were made with a …
Beijing orders removal of foreign computer equipment from government offices
Measure aims to reduce China’s reliance on foreign technology and counter US tech restrictions.Government offices and public institutions in China have been ordered to replace foreign computers and software within three years, Financial Times reported on Monday (Dec. 9).
Finnish minister, 34, to become youngest PM
Sanna Marin will become the world’s youngest sitting prime minister, according to Finland’s biggest newspaper.
South Africa hit by massive power cuts as floods disrupt supply
Worst outages in a decade after heavy rains cause power stations to fail
GOP leader Kevin McCarthy falsely insists a president has 'never' been impeached in their 1st term
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) doesn't quite have his impeachment facts straight."In modern history, we've never gone after impeaching a president in the first term," McCarthy said in a Monday appearance on Fox News ahead of the House Judiciary Committee's second
First Distribution and Veeam – an African partnership
Through First Distribution’s African footprint, Veeam is now available across SADC countries, as well as Central, East and West African countries.
QC, Turkish metals sector to boost cooperation ties
The Qatar Chamber (QC) held a meeting yesterday with a trade delegation headed by the Chairman of the Istanbul Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals Exporters’ Association (IDDMIB) Tahsin Öztiryaki. The Qatari side was headed by QC’s First Vice-Chairman Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Towar Al Kuwari.
Woman dies after getting into difficulty while swimming off Antrim coast
A woman has died after a group of swimmers got into difficulty in the sea off the Antrim coast this morning.
If There Will be New Elections, They Will be Held on March 2, 2020
Elections would have automatically been set for March 10, but that falls out on the Jewish holiday of Purim.
Amazon claims Trump's 'personal vendetta' cost it $10 billion Pentagon contract
Amazon says it lost a $10 billion contract because of President Trump's "personal vendetta."
Turkey alone on Palestine but will keep supporting oppressed, Erdoğan says
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan underlined that Turkey will continue to stand in solidarity with the oppressed and never stop defending the Palestinian cause
Public Offered Free Counter-Terrorism Training
The coaching was previously available only to those who worked in crowded areas.
Former FBI Lawyer Lisa Page Reacts to IG Report, Slams Trump for Accusing Her of Treason
Former FBI lawyer Lisa Page, who together with former FBI agent Peter Strzok became household names due to President Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on them for their anti-Trump texts, reacted on Monday to the release of the Department of Justice Inspector General’s report.
Nadler Failed to Swear in Witnesses at Judiciary Impeachment Hearings | Breitbart
Jerry Nadler failed to swear in impeachment witnesses until after opening statements, letting Democrat Barry Berke make dubious claims.
SC to hear PIL over setting up SIT into Hyderabad encounter case tomorrow
Telangana police said on Friday that the accused were killed in an exchange of fire with police
Pound Sterling hits Fresh 31-Month High vs. Euro on Survation Poll
The British Pound hit a fresh 31-month high against the Euro Monday after two polls showed gains for the Conservative Party
Fake Nigerian doctor sentenced to 54 years in prison
A high court sitting in Yola, Adamawa State, has sentenced one Ibrahim Mustapha, a fake medical doctor to 54 years in prison. The judge Justice Nathan Musa gave the judgements following Mustapha’s admittance of guilt in a 9-count charge against him. Justice Nathan said the verdict was in consideration of the plea by Mustapha’s lawyer. […]
A national emergency: Eskom moves to stage-6 load shedding
Eskom has implemented stage-6 load shedding as the problems at the failed state-owned utility keep mounting.
Japanese Trade Minister to discuss RCEP pact with Goyal
Talks may discuss New Delhi’s concerns, suggest ways to make Indian industry more competitive
Border Closure: Nigerians now eat fresh, healthy rice — RIFAN
Following the closure of the country's land borders to curtail excesses of smugglers and other illegal activities, the Rice Farmers Association of...
Biden says no foreign business for family if he wins White House
Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden says his family members would not engage in any business abroad if he were to win the White House next year, citing the activities of Donald Trump
Turkey Returns 11 Jihadists to France
Turkish authorities have deported 11 French jihadists to France as part of a campaign to repatriate terrorists from the Islamic State group, BTA reported. After they arrive in France, the deportees are expected to be brought to justice in cases of involvement with a terrorist organization.
Don’t Let China Win the Green Race
America should be leading the way on clean energy, not falling behind.
Putin meets Ukraine's Zelenskiy for first time at Paris peace summit
Russian President Valdimir Putin met his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskiy for the first time on Monday at a summit in Paris that aimed at...
Kan 11 Poll: Blue&White, Likud, Gain a Seat Each, Habayit Hayehudi Disappears
In response to the question whom they would prefer as the next prime minister, 41% of respondents preferred Benjamin Netanyahu, with Benny Gantz trailing with 38%, within the margin of error.
Syrian Army launches heavy attack across southern Idlib
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:30 A.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) artillery and missile teams unleashed a heavy attack across the southern countryside of the Idlib Governorate this morning. According to a military report from the nearby Hama Governorate, the Syrian Army heavily targeted several front-lines towns and villages in southern Idlib, with a primary focus on Al-Badriyah and Al-Huwayjah. With the Syrian and Russian air forces mostly grounded due to poor weather conditions, the SAA has increased their strikes in order to weaken the jihadist forces in the Idlib countryside. The report added that the Syrian Army is now targeting the jihadist defenses in the western countryside of the Aleppo Governorate; these strikes are targeting the Kafr Naha and Al-Zahra’a areas. While the Syrian Arab Army controls most of Aleppo city, the jihadist rebels continue to hold onto some areas at the outskirts of the provincial capital.
Extinction Rebellion stages air pollution protests in London and Manchester
Demonstrators target key roads to demand government action to tackle deadly issue
Defeating the HIV epidemic is more about politics than science
Preventive drugs should be widely accessible, but corporate power has left Americans – especially those of color – in grave danger
Abortion: justices permit Kentucky law that requires doctors to show pregnant women ultrasounds
Supreme court refuses to review appeals court ruling that upheld law, which states doctors must describe ultrasound in detail to pregnant women
Omo-Agege introduces amendment bill on electoral malpractice
Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege on Monday said, he had introduced a bill for comprehensive amendment of the Electoral Act
Hollywood Star Anthony Hopkins Says Actors ‘Are Pretty Stupid’
In a conversation with the magazine Interview, the actor who will turn 82 at the end of December, has revealed how he prepared for the role of President Nixon and the text of the shortest prayer in the world, which features strong language.
Man pleads not guilty to murder by reason of insanity
A 20-year-old Egyptian man has pleaded not guilty to murdering a Japanese national in Dundalk nearly two years ago by reason of insanity.
Two Arrested in Early Morning Assault
On December 9, 2019 at 12:18 A.M., Santa Barbara Police Officers responded to 300 Block of East Carrillo Street to investigate a report of intoxicated subjects arguing on the rooftop of an apartment building.
Hastie urges democracies to engage in political warfare to preserve peace
The Liberal MP says the West has watched on passively while states such as Russia and China weaponise "previously benign" activities.
At least 5 killed as New Zealand volcano erupts on tourist island
New Zealand's most active volcano erupted on Monday killing at least five people with many trapped on the popular tourist spot, White Island, as conditions were too dangerous for search-and-rescue teams.
Governor of China's Xinjiang says US Bill violates international law
A recent US measure on Xinjiang is a severe violation of international law and gross interference in China's internal affairs, the governor of the ...
’A big blow to the city.’ Iconic NoDa restaurant owner shot, killed
One of the owners of Charlotte-staple Brooks’ Sandwich House was shot and killed while opening up the restaurant early Monday morning, police say.
Warren made at least $1.9 million for past private legal work
Sen. Elizabeth Warren on Sunday night released new details about her time doing corporate legal work, a period going back more than 30 years in which she made at least $1.9 million from private clients.
Eight things you probably didn’t know about new FIRS chairman, Nami
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday approved the composition of a new board for the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), subject to...
President Iohannis: I want mayors to be elected in two rounds
President Klaus Iohannis on Monday argued that mayors must be elected in two rounds and stressed that a real partnership between central and...
Dewan Negara observes moment’s silence for late senators
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The Dewan Negara today observed a minute of silence and extended its condolences to family members of senator Datuk M. Sambanthan and senator Datuk Ong Chong Swen who died recently. Sambanthan who was also Indian Progressive Front (IPF) president died of a heart attack on...
Why Disney’s ‘The Lion King’ remake is nominated in the animation category for Golden Globes — even though it probably shouldn’t be
The 2020 Golden Globes nominations were announced Monday morning in Los Angeles. Among the most surprising nods is that Disney’s “The Lion King” remake is nominated in the best animated film category.
Amazon accuses Trump of 'improper pressure' to influence Pentagon contract decision
Amazon is accusing President Trump of exerting "improper pressure" to influence the Pentagon to award a lucrative cloud-computing contract to Microsoft instead of Amazon, which was a clear
Jeremy Corbyn refuses to say if he will quit if Tories win General Election
The Labour leader said voters have a 'very clear choice' on Thursday.
Russia banned from Olympic games, other world championships for 4 years
Russia has been embroiled in doping scandals since a 2015 report commissioned by the World Anti-Doping Agency found evidence of mass doping in Russian athletics
Donald Trump could abuse power again if he is not impeached, Democrats claim
The Democrats have claimed that Donald Trump could abuse his presidential powers again if he is not impeached over the "brazen" Ukraine scandal.
Arrest made after $13,000 in purses stolen from Pecanland Mall
A Shreveport man has been arrested in connection with two shoplifting cases in Monroe in which more than $13,000 in purses were stolen.
GOP leader Kevin McCarthy falsely insists a president has 'never' been impeached in their 1st term
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) doesn't quite have his impeachment facts straight. "In modern history, we've never gone after impeaching a president in the first term," McCarthy said in a Monday appearance on Fox News ahead of the House Judiciary Committee's second public impeachment hearing. McCarthy then claimed longtime impeachment advocate Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) had once said "we have to impeach [Trump] because we cannot beat him." Green specifically said he was "concerned that if we don't impeach this president, he will get re-elected" and "say he has been vindicated." "In modern history, we've never gone after impeaching a president in the first term" -- Kevin McCarthy argues that there's a precedent against impeaching presidents before their second term pic.twitter.com/lPJMJGlIQy — Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) December 9, 2019 McCarthy didn't specify what he meant by modern history, but seeing as it's generally accepted to include the entire time the U.S. has existed, his statement is just false.…
Centurion Floods: What You Need To Know
JOHANNESBURG – Torrential rains and flooding in Gauteng on Monday led to the closure of several roads in Centurion and Mamelodi in Tshwane. The province has been experiencing heavy downpours since last week, with the South African Weather Service warning at the weekend that the rainfall would continue at least until Wednesday. **HERE’S WHAT WE […]
Two Wolves fans arrested for homophobic abuse
The Premier League club has strongly condemned the behaviour of the supporters during Sunday’s draw away to Brighton.
PSD will attack at CCR laws assumed by Gov't if Parliament has same topics drafted
The Social Democratic Party (PSD) will attack at the Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) any law the Government assumes responsibility on if...
Customs busts drug trafficking syndicate, seizes RM5m worth of ketamine
NILAI, Dec 9 — The Customs Department believes that an international drug trafficking syndicate has been crippled with the arrest of four men, including a local resident, in two separate raids in Selangor earlier this month. Customs deputy director-general (enforcement and compliance) Datuk Abdul...
Basketball: French player Guerschon Yabusele fined in China for not looking at flag
BEIJING: A French former NBA player has been reprimanded and fined US$1,400 by sports officials in China for not looking at the Chinese flag ...
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
The Law Society of British Columbia has moved to require Indigenous cultural competency training for all practising lawyers in the province, in response to gaps in legal education that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission identified.
Russia banned from Olympics, World Cup and other big events for cheating over doping
LAUSANNE/MOSCOW: Russia was banned from the world's top sporting events for four years on Monday, a period that includes the next summer and winter Olympics and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, for tampering with doping-related laboratory data.
House Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges
Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes on Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.
Prelates hail Tagle’s appointment to a Vatican post
Catholic prelates welcomed the appointment of Cardinal Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle of Manila to a Vatican post, saying it was a
Turkey is blackmailing Greece with Libya Agreement: Greek FM
Greece’s Foreign Minister, Nikos Dendias called out the recent agreement between Turkey and Libya as a product of blackmail, during an interview on Sunday with ANT1 TV.
Bitcoin ransomware locks 10 years’ worth of government data in Argentina
Bitcoin-hungry hackers have attacked a data center in Argentina which houses local government files.
Man buried in Alaska mountain avalanche saved by other hiker
An Alaska hiker is lucky to be alive after he was buried during an avalanche and another hiker saw his feet and freed him, officials said. The hiker was alone on Flattop Mountain around 1 p.m. Saturday when an avalanche buried him, the Chugach National Forest Avalanche Information Center said. Alex
Police say City Road alleged stabbings in Cardiff are 'not linked'
There have been two incidents in less than a month
Tories are safe bet for clean sweep in Shropshire and to win big majority
The Tories are set for a clean sweep across Shropshire in next week’s election, according to the bookies – helping propel Boris Johnson to a healthy majority.
Full Video: Reporter Arrested After Calling Impeachment Hearings a Scam
Exclusive: Owen Shroyer booked in Washington, D.C.
Wanted notorious kidnapper arrested for abduction of two teenagers in Katsina
The Katsina State Police Command on Monday says it has arrested a wanted notorious kidnapper, Aliyu Sani in connection with the abduction of two...
Abdullah’s Team Sees No Outcome from Election Meeting
Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah’s campaign team at a news conference on Monday said the meeting about the elections in Kabul was politically-motivated, which could not lead to a solution.
How importation is killing SMEs – FG
FG has decried the rate at which metal products are imported into the country, saying it is killing Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs).
Pakistan and Iran conduct joint border patrolling
CHAGAI, Pakistan: The Pakistani and the Iranian border forces on Sunday conducted the joint patrolling along the border near Taftan in Chagai district, said a report by Eurasia Diary. Official sources said that Pakistan’s Levies Force & Frontier Corps and the Iranian border guards carrying their national flags participated in the patrolling. The joint patrolling commenced from border pillar number 76 and ended at number 88 near the Taalap area. The Officials of the two sides shared their experiences with each other. “This was a synchronized patrolling from both sides along the border between Pakistan and Iran. Authorities of both neighboring countries observed the border to identify suspected movements by each side and report to the other with the aim to overcome the threats”, the Assistant Commissioner of Taftan Najeebullah Qambrani told media.
Amit Shah tables Citizenship Bill amid protests, blames Congress for Partition over religious lines | Highlights
The Citizenship (Amendment) Bill was tabled in Lok Sabha on Monday amid violent protests in Assam and other northeastern states over the contentious Bill. Home Minister Amit Shah introduced the Bill and faced protests from Opposition MPs amid a heated debate.
Dart text alert system receives 145 messages in three months
Fireworks being set off on trains, passengers drinking and taking drugs, and people urinating on platforms are some of the issues raised with Dart security staff.
North Korea resumes insults of 'erratic old man' Trump
A senior North Korean official called President Donald Trump a "heedless and erratic old man", resuming insults of the American leader that were set aside during a rare thaw in relations.
Ramaphosa roasted after ‘tone-deaf’ Eskom letter
The president visited Medupi for the first time, calling it a 'fitting symbol of the importance of our state-owned enterprises'.
Cape Town files urgent application to deport foreigners camped at Methodist Church
SOUTH AFRICA: Foreigners in the City of Cape Town face a bleak festive season after the City applied an urgent court interdict
Man bags two-year jail term for stealing boxers
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Airlines from three CPLP countries banned from Europe
Airlines from Angola, Sao Tome and Principe and Equatorial Guinea are on the 'black list' of 115 airlines banned from flying to the European Union (EU), released in Brussels on Monday.
Wada bans Russia from international competitions
The ruling means Russian athletes will still be allowed to compete at Tokyo Olympics as neutrals.
‘This is a tragedy’: Russia anti-doping chief says no chance of winning appeal against four-year ban
Yury Ganus said that some Russian athletes were contemplating leaving Russia so that they could train elsewhere.
North Korea calls Trump 'erratic' old man over tweets
North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a "heedless and erratic old man" after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn't want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
Paragon case: Court extends Saad Rafique, Salman Rafique's judicial remand till Dec 23
Judge Jawadul Hassan also allowed former railways minister Saad Rafique to attend NA
'Hilarious': Iraq leaders laugh off new US sanctions
An Iraqi paramilitary leader and a politician have laughed off financial sanctions Washington recently placed on them for alleged corruption and human rights abuses. "They should have given us this honour a long time ago," said Qais al-Khazali, one of the newly-sanctioned figures, in sardonic remarks to an audience of supporters on Sunday. Khazali heads Asaib Ahl al-Haq, a pro-Iran armed faction that makes up part of the broader Hashed al-Shaabi security force tied to the Iraqi state.
Arlene Foster says Boris Johnson 'broke his word' on preventing an Irish Sea border
Foster says government officials have told her there would need to be checks.
Kenya spent Sh437m in Amina's lobby for AU job
Kenya spent Sh437.7 million in its failed bid to capture the African Union Commission chairmanship.
Boris Johnson audience told not voting for Jeremy Corbyn 'doesn't make you a Tory'
The Conservative Party leader took part in a question-and-answer session with employees at Ferguson's Transport in Washington as the final week of campaigning got under way
Police launch probe after Cambuslang social club disturbance leaves four men injured
Officers were called to a report of a disturbance within Holepark Social Club around 7.20pm on Sunday night.
Boris Johnson sparks outrage by flying 90 miles in a plane instead of taking his bus
The Prime Minister took a plane for around two-thirds of the 156-mile journey between Grimsby and Washington - weeks after allies claimed his general election manifesto would be the greenest in history
Buttigieg, in Search of Black Support, Looks Homeward
The mayor of South Bend, Ind., has some local black leaders vouching for him. But that hasn’t stopped his opponents from criticizing his record.
LHC to hear Maryam Nawaz's petition for removal of name from ECL today
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Raccoon passes out after drinking too much wine at Christmas market
A raccoon was shot dead after getting drunk on mulled wine and passing out at a Christmas market in Germany, according to authorities. The racoon is said to have gotten hold of the alcohol after
In Ecuador, no one can act outside the law
Letter: In response to a report that a Hindu guru had a established his own island off the coast of Ecuador, Ambassador Jaime Marchan Romero clarifies that no individual would ever be allowed to annex off land from a sovereign state
U.S. pushed Afghanistan war to the public despite persistent internal doubts, Washington Post investigation reveals
U.S. officials have doubted the war in Afghanistan since its very beginning. Just six months after the longest war in American history began, then-Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld tellingly wrote in a memo that "we are never going to get the U.S. military out of Afghanistan unless" the U.S. ensured there was "stability ... necessary for us to leave." And for the 18 years since, U.S. officials have been privately relaying the same concerns while publicly touting "progress," documents and interviews obtained and published by The Washington Post reveal. Rumsfeld wrote an estimated 59,000 memos he called "snowflakes" during his tenure, but most of them remained private until now. The Post had filed a lawsuit against the National Security Archive and has since obtained more of those snowflakes, including one from 2003 where Rumsfeld complained that he had "no visibility into who the bad guys are." In interviews with the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction also obtained and published by the Post…
No reason that employment has come down due to demonetisation, says Gangwar
In response to remarks that demonetisation has severely impacted jobs, the Union minister said the government is implementing various schemes for generating more employment.
SACP set to rally behind Ramaphosa's ANC leadership | IOL News
The SACP looks set to rally behind President Cyril Ramaphosa's leadership of the ANC.
Overnights: Sony TV leads on Sunday with ITA Awards & ‘Indian Idol 11’
Sony Entertainment Television trounced competition on Sunday with its coverage of the Indian Television Academy Awards, according to exclusive data obtained by BizAsiaLive.com. The 19th ITA Awards were watched by 45,800 viewers at 21:00. Earlier, ‘Indian Idol 11’ pulled in 58,100 viewers. Sony TV was on top with a share of 0.16%, followed by Star […]
Human rights abusers to face future EU blacklists
Human rights abusers worldwide will, in future, face EU asset freezes and travel bans under new-model sanctions agreed by foreign ministers in Brussels.
Edo crisis: Oshiomhole cannot resolve problems he created - Idahosa
A former political Adviser to former Governor Adams Oshiomhole, Mr. Charles Idahosa, has said that it was laughable for Oshiomhole to s...
Teacher in court for killing pupil, baby
Eric Otieno was facing charges for defiling the 13-year old girl.
Labour's Thangam Debbonaire hits back after Greens claim they are the only Remain party in Bristol West
Ms Debbonaire also implied a vote for the Greens was a vote for a 'protest party' that would keep the Tories in power
Giuliani says he hopes to present findings of Ukraine trip to GOP this week
Rudy Giuliani, President Trump's personal attorney, said Monday that he expects to complete a report this week detailing his findings from his recent travels to Ukraine to counter the Democrats'
Mourn Reinhard Bonnke’s demise, CAN President directs churches
The President, Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Revd. Samson Ayokunle has directed all churches in the country to mourn Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke...
N. Korea blasts Trump's warning, says it has nothing more to lose
North Korea has nothing more to lose, a senior Pyongyang official said Monday, after U.S. President Donald Trump warned that the communist nation could lose everything if it engages in hostile acts.Kim Yong-chol, a former North Korean nuclear negotiator, made the remarks in a statement carried by the North's Korean Central News Agency, stressing that the U.S. should think about how to keep the two countries from clas...
JUST IN: Ganduje appoints Emir Sanusi to head Kano Council of Chiefs
The Kano State Governor Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has appointed His Highness, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, Emir of Kano Emirate, as Chairman ...
A new video game about the 2020 election lets you fight as Donald Trump, Andrew Yang, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, or Cory Booker
The Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang is the star of an upcoming video game featuring the front-runners of the 2020 election – “Yang2020 Path to Presidency.” The game will let the 2020 candidates fight for the presidency, with a fictional story mode charting Yang’s path to office.
GOP Rep Introduces Motion Against Witness After His Character Assassination of Trump
GOP Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) had a point of order after listening to Democratic counsel Barry Berke's character assassination of President Trump at Monday's House Judiciary Committee hearing.
Climate change: Thousands form a human chain in Brussels
2,400 people in Brussels held hands on Sunday to form a human chain as part of demands for tougher measures to combat climate change.
Trump, Saudi crown prince vow to cooperate on Florida base shooting probe
(Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday discussed last week’s Florida naval base shooting and vowed to work together on the investigation of the attack, which left three people dead and injured eight others.
Zim Children Smuggled Into SouthAfrica Perish In FREAK Accident
Undocumented Zimbabwean children who were travelling to SouthAfrica died in an accident after a Toyota Quantum collided with a Ford Fiesta
Texas man accused of carving name into girlfriend’s face
SAN ANTONIO — A Texas man is behind bars after police said he repeatedly punched his girlfriend, then used a knife to carve his name into her face.
Turkish envoy underlines tremendous progress in bilateral ties with Qatar
Doha: The Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to the State of Qatar, H E Fikret Ozer, underlined that the bilateral relations between Turkey and Qatar achieved tremendous progress in recent years in all areas of cooperation, on the basis of the strategic partnership.
Boris Johnson criticised as row over four-year-old’s hospital treatment deepens
Jack Williment-Barr had to be covered with coats by his mother Sarah Williment to keep warm as he waited for a bed.
Suaram wants to engage with home minister for human rights, says buck stops with him
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The home minister should meet and engage with civil society groups on human rights as many related problems fall under his ministry, watchdog Suara Rakyat Malaysia (Suaram) said today. Suaram executive director Sevan Doraisamy said this year has been a busy one for the...
Experts cite training gaps in accidental shootings by police
Accidental shootings by law enforcement have happened in recent years at agencies small and large and at all levels — city, county, state and federal — across the U.S., an Associated Press investigation found.
SACA repeats call for CSA board to step down
The South African Cricketers’ Association has repeated its call for the Board of Cricket South Africa to step down.
Progress towards liberalized and harmonized regulatory frameworks key to unlocking full benefits of air connectivity
Montreal and Aqaba, Jordan, 6 December 2019 - At the Twelfth ICAO Air Services Negotiation Event taking place in Aqaba, Jordan this week, ICAO Council President Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu encouraged progress towards liberalized and harmonized regulatory frameworks for air transport, and highlighted the importance of air connectivity for sustainable development, particularly for the Middle East. “Besides the fact that air connectivity generates over 2.4 million jobs in this Region, and $130 billion dollars in Middle East Gross Domestic Product (GDP),
'Amit Shah's name will be featured with Hitler, David Ben-Gurion': Owaisi on CAB
AIMIM leader also said that the Bill is in violation of the SC verdict in Sarbanan Sounwal case.
Thousands Rally in London’s Parliament Square Against anti-Semitism Days Before Election
No speaker directly mentioned Jeremy Corbyn or his Labour Party, which has been accused of institutional anti-Semitism, during the demonstration
After bypoll defeat, Siddaramaiah resigns as CLP leader
His resignation comes as he has taken responsibility for the defeat in the Karnataka bypolls.
Podcast: Party Discipline, a Walkaway story (Part 2)
In my latest podcast (MP3), I continue my serial reading of my novella Party Discipline, which I wrote while on a 35-city, 45-day tour for my novel Walkaway in 2017; Party Discipline is a story set…
Bus stuck on Borders Railway line after smash in Galashiels sparking emergency response
A BUS crashed into the Borders Railway line, sparking an emergency response. Pictures online showed the vehicle stuck on the tracks in Galashiels last night. It appeared to have left the road and p…
Romanians, Lithuanians, heaviest EU spenders on food, and non-alcoholic beverages
In 2018, households in the European Union (EU) spent 12.1% of their total consumption expenditure on food and non-alcoholic beverages, with...
Boy oh boy! Twin male pandas charm Berlin zoo
Little ones were born at the zoo in August but in keeping with Chinese tradition they were only named after 100 days
Caroline Kennedy christens new aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy
JFK's daughter christened the new US Navy aircraft carrier, the USS John F. Kennedy, at a ceremony on Dec 7.
Heung-Min Son: Police, Tottenham and Burnley investigating alleged racial abuse by 13-year-old
Tottenham and Burnley are investigating alleged racial abuse aimed at Heung-Min Son by a 13-year-old spectator on Saturday.
Why Republicans should drag out Trump's Senate trial
Give Democrats what they asked for
UK election campaign enters final rounds with Brexit on the line
Britain's general election campaign enters its frenetic final stages on Monday, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn ...
Farage appeared with antisemitic pastor on US web radio show
Brexit party leader gave at least six long interviews to Rick Wiles on the TruNews network
Kosovo, Albania to boycott Nobel Literature award ceremony
PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) - Kosovo and Albania say they will boycott the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony Tuesday to protest the award being given to Austrian writer Peter Handke who both countries link to the war in the former Yugoslavia.
New studio flats to be built in Bolton town centre
Nine new apartments will be built at the site of an empty warehouse
Exclusive: Hyundai's $1.8 billion shipbuilding deal with Daewoo faces full EU probe - sources
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - World No. 1 shipbuilding group Hyundai Heavy Industries Holdings Co Ltd’s (267250.KS) $1.8 billion merger with rival shipbuilder Daewoo (042660.KS) will face a full-scale investigation in Europe due to serious EU antitrust concerns, two people familiar with the matter said on Monday.
Vice President highlights limp action to prevent illegal trade
Despite the inability to prevent and control illegal trade effectively, illegal goods worth over Ks15 billion were confiscated over the past 14 months, Vice President Myint Swe told local businesspeople. The Private Sector Development Committee held the 31st meeting with Myanmar entrepreneurs at the office of the Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Yangon on December 8.
ACP nations will defend multilateral trading systems – Kenyatta
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - President Uhuru Kenyatta today said the African, Caribbean and Pacific group of nations will strongly defend multilateral trading systems in order to protect themselves from unfair trade practices. President Kenyatta said
Sad Moment For Kumaraswamy: JD(S) Fails To Win A Single Seat In Karnataka Bypolls
Breaking away from its former coalition alliance partner Congress, the JD-S contested separately
Trump impeachment drive enters crucial week in divided Congress
Washington, United States | AFP | The impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump in a sharply divided US Congress enter a new phase Monday when the House Judiciary Committee convenes a hearing expected to result in specific charges against the Republican leader. Democrats accuse Trump of abusing his power by allegedly linking military aid for Ukraine …
Backcountry skier killed in northern Colorado avalanche
A 29-year-old woman has died in an avalanche while skiing in northern Colorado, where communities along the Rocky Mountains have seen record or near-record snowfall since September. The unidentified woman from Fort Collins was buried in the powerful slide Sunday, authorities said. Other members of
More Problems for Pensacola: Mayor Says City Systems Facing Cyber Attack
The mayor of Pensacola, Florida announced Monday that the city has been facing a cyber attack against city systems.
No, Mr Bond, I expect you to buy! Paradise Jamaican villa on 007 author Ian Fleming’s GoldenEye estate goes on sale for £3.6million
The villa, called Strangeways, is located on the 15 acres of land the author bought in 1946 on Jamaica's north shore. It sits on top of a cliff and has views of the Caribbean Sea.
Disney: Star Wars movie could trigger seizures in people with epilepsy
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the highly anticipated conclusion to the Skywalker saga, could trigger seizures in photosensitive people, Walt Disney Studios said.
Want to buy an old fire station? South Florida county has one on auction block
Officials from a South Florida county are preparing to auction several parcels of real estate -- including an old firehouse.
Special Kitty Cat Food Recalled
Certain lots of Special Kitty Mixed Grill Dinner Pate that may pose a risk to cats' health have been recalled because they may contain ingredients that don't meet quality and safety standards.
Environmental campaigners call for end to overfishing
Campaigners from Extinction Rebellion and the Irish Wildlife Trust have gathered at the gates of Leinster House calling for an end to overfishing.
A protester from the conspiracy site InfoWars interrupted the latest impeachment hearing as soon as it began, shouting 'Trump is innocent!'
"We know who committed the crimes and it wasn't Trump. Trump is innocent!" the pro-Trump InfoWars protester yelled as he was escorted out of the room.
IHH Healthcare receives shareholders’ approval to acquire Prince Court
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — IHH Healthcare Bhd hopes to complete its proposed acquisition of the Prince Court Medical Centre in the first quarter of 2020, following the strong approval obtained from its shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting today. In a statement, the healthcare provider said...
Women, Children Rescued As Nigerian Army Crushes Boko Haram Insurgents
The Nigerian Army says troops of 68/94 Battalions of Operation LAFIYA DOLE deployed in Malam Fatori, Abadam area of Borno State have crushed Boko Haram insurgents in the area.
Vandals damage cars in Arab neighborhood of east Jerusalem
BAGHDAD: Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died. That came as Iraq's foreign ministry summoned four Western envoys over their condemnation of a deadly attack against protesters at the weekend. Iraq's capital and its
Harare Hospital not closed
Harare Central Hospital is not closed and is still providing services to patients needing emergency care just like all the other four central hospitals.This is ...
Sturgeon suggests EU vote would take place before indyref
The First Minister reiterated her view that another Scottish referendum should be held towards the end of 2020.
Supreme Court declines to hear Kentucky ultrasound law
The Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge to a Kentucky law that obligates doctors to show and describe ultrasounds to women who seek abortions, even if patients object.
PD: Phoenix woman stabs Uber car used by boyfriend to escape assault
A woman chased her boyfriend and stabbed the Uber car he used to escape from her.
Man rushed to hospital after brutal early morning attack in Glasgow close as cops launch probe
A MAN has been rushed to hospital after a brutal attack in a Glasgow close early this morning. The 35-year-old was assaulted in Hawthorn Street, Springburn, and left badly hurt. Emergency services …
Power sector privatisation, grand scheme to defraud Nigeria ― Lawan
The Nigerian Senate President, Ahmad Lawan stated that the privatization of the power sector was a grand scheme conceived with intention to defraud Nigeria.
Anthony Joshua would love to defend world titles in Nigeria
Anthony Joshua has revealed his desire to defend his world heavyweight titles in Nigeria after his rematch win over Andy Ruiz Jr. on Saturday night.
Delhi Blaze: Police Nabs Factory Owner After Delhi’s Deadliest Fire In 25 Years Killing 43 People
Labourers who died in Delhi fire were mostly from Bihar between the ages of 14 and 20
Trump warns North Korea's Kim has 'everything' to lose through hostility
US President Donald Trump has warned that North Korea's Kim Jong Un had 'everything' to lose through hostility towards the United States, after Pyongyang said it had carried out a major new weapons test.
Mexico may accept US steel trade rule, rejects aluminum
Mexico may accept U.S. requests for greater regional content on steel, as long as there is a five-year phase-in period.
This week: House impeachment inquiry hits crucial stretch
The House inquiry is set to hit a tipping point this week, as Democrats prepare to unveil articles of impeachment against President Trump.
Syrian Army uses advanced Russian equipment to clear booby traps in northeast Latakia
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:50 P.M.) – Engineering units from the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) are working to dismantle the explosives left behind by the jihadist rebels in the northeastern countryside of the Latakia Governorate. According to a Sputnik Arabic correspondent, engineering units of the Syrian Army are working to clear the liberated areas in northeast Latakia, as they concentrate on three main fronts in this governorate. The reporter quoted a military source as confirming that the current combing operation is targeting some of the more rugged locations that the armed terrorist factions used before their defeat. The source pointed out that “the engineering units of the Syrian army are using advanced Russian equipment to detect explosive objects left behind by the gunmen. They would point out that the Syrian Army has great experience in the detection of explosives and mines, especially in areas that were previously under control of the jihadist rebels.
Karnataka bypoll results: Siddaramaiah, Dinesh Gundu Rao resign after Congress poor show
However, the Congress high command in Delhi is yet to take a call on these resignations.
J&K: Pakistan violates ceasefire in Shahpur sector of Poonch district
According to reports, Pakistan Army initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing of small arms and shelling with mortars in Shahpur Sector of J&K's Poonch district.
Nadler: Trump put himself before country
House Judiciary Committee Democrats argued President Trump put himself ahead of the interests of the country by seeking Ukraine’s help investigating Joe Biden and the Democrats.
Deadly shooting under investigation in St. Pete
Police in St. Petersburg are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Monday morning.
"I may be Irish but I'm not stupid" — Joe Biden's latest gaffe
“I may be Irish but I’m not stupid.”
China tells government offices to remove all foreign computer equipment
China has ordered that all foreign computer equipment and software be removed from government offices and public institutions within three years, the Financial Times reports.
Six miscreants make vain bid to board cargo ship in Vizag
‘They fled after seeing a coast guard patrol vessel approaching them’
Electrician, accomplice, allegedly stab Lagos couple, kill wife
Deji Lambo A yet-to-be-identified electrician on Sunday allegedly attacked the Managing Director of Maersk Nigeria, Gildas Tohouo, at his residence in the Ikoyi area of Lagos State. It was ga...
Mixed views over political party registration
© THE recent feud between MDC Alliance and Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec) over a new political outfit, MDC Zimbabwe exposes the absence of a legislation regulating local political parties.
Luno Planning To Add Ripple To Its List By Early 2020
Luno, the cryptocurrency exchange, seems to be making waves of late. Less than a month after it officially announced its comeback in Malaysia and plans to expand its cryptocurrency list, the company recently announced that
California man arrested after posting YouTube videos appearing to show mass shooting practice
A South California man has been arrested after posting graphic YouTube videos shot at a downtown San Diego hotel in which he appears to be practicing for a mass shooting with assault-style weapons.
Saudi gunman tweeted against US before naval base shooting
Investigators are trying to establish whether killer, 2nd Lt Mhd Alshamrani acted alone or was part of a larger plot.
Trump impeachment: judiciary hearing could bring Mueller into play
Bipartisan lawyers testified on findings by the special counsel and intelligence committee in second public session * Opinion: Pelosi is bungling the impeachment inquiryMarching toward the impeachment of Donald Trump, Democrats on Monday heard testimony that could result in material from the special
What Pep Guardiola did after Man Utd ace Fred received alleged racist abuse
Class touch from City boss, but action needed...
China Tells Government Offices To Remove All Foreign Computer Equipment
China has ordered that all foreign computer equipment and software be removed from government offices and public institutions within three years, the Financial Times reports. hackingbear writes: The government directive is likely to be a blow to US multinational companies like HP, Dell and Microsof...
Falana says Nigerian authorities offered Sowore ‘death warrant’ deal
The lead counsel to embattled former Nigerian presidential candidate and journalist Omoyele Sowore said that the Nigerian authorities reached out for a deal during Sowore’s first 45 days in detention. “They went to a court behind us and got an order to detain Sowore for 45 days to investigate his alleged terrorism,” Femi Falana said […]
Mexico president says senators OK’d changes to USMCA trade pact
MEXICO CITY, Dec 9 — Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said today that the country’s senators have accepted proposed changes to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement as US lawmakers mull ratifying the trade pact. Speaking during his regular morning news conference, Lopez Obrador...
North Korea insults Trump as 'heedless and erratic old man' as tension rises
Pyongyang responds to tweets on denuclearization and says ‘the time when we cannot but call him a ‘dotard’ again may come’
MASSIVE: WADA Bans Russia From All Major Sporting Events Including Olympics For 4 Years
The World Anti-Doping Agency has handed Russia a four-year ban from all major sporting events including upcoming Tokyo Olympics and 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup
Screams and goodbyes as scores die in devastating India factory fire
Police and fire officials said they had rescued at least 58 people and did not expect to find more bodies.
Cape Town City files urgent application to deport foreigners
Capetown To Deport Foreigners-Foreigners in the City of Cape Town face a bleak festive season after the City applied an urgent court interdict.
Man suffers cardiac arrest in queue to get subsidised onion
With the onion prices touching Rs 180 per kilo in retail market, people have been making a beeline to the Rythu Bazaars where the government is selling onions at a subsidised price of Rs 25 per kilo.
Indo-Pacific connectivity needs support for good governance
Importantly, common governance rules and standards will address issues of sustainable financing and quality infrastructure, transparency in project preparation and accountability in project execution.
Jaipur: Several cinemas stop screening ‘Panipat’ after protests over Maharaja Surajmal’s portrayal
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said people’s sentiments should not be hurt.
Constituency profile: Great Grimsby
A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.
US FTC finds Cambridge Analytica deceived Facebook users
Impacts of finding on defunct consultancy unclear.
Machete wielding thugs raid Nuns’ Convent, steal unspecified money
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kampala Metropolitan Police have launched a hunt for four machete-wielding thugs that raided the convent of the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Africa in Bunamwaya, and robbed an unspecified amount of money. Kampala Metropolitan Deputy Police Spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire says that the thugs raided the convent at 2 …
NZ Volcano Erupts: At Least Five Dead, Authorities Warn to Brace for More
A volcano erupted in New Zealand on Monday, leaving five people dead and 50 more more unaccounted for, local police said.
U.P. to set up 218 fast track courts for speedy disposal of cases of sexual crimes against women, children
State has 42,389 pending cases of sexual offences against children and 25,749 cases of rape and sexual crimes against women
Judiciary fireworks: GOP accuses Democratic counsel of impugning Trump's motives
Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee accused a Democratic counsel offering impeachment evidence of impugning the motives of President Trump, the latest round of fireworks in a testy and
MPD: Police investigating shooting on Dick Taylor Street
It happened Monday morning on Dick Taylor Street.
Boris Johnson criticised as row over four-year-old’s hospital treatment deepens
Jack Williment-Barr had to be covered with coats by his mother Sarah Williment to keep warm as he waited for a bed.
Trump family member to kick off re-election campaign in Butler County
HAMILTON — Butler County Republicans will set the stage in February for President Donald Trump’s re-election bid at the county GOP’s biggest fundraiser of the year by featuring a member of the Trump family.
Pakistan Army Rejects Reports of Joint Border Patrolling with Iran
New Delhi (Sputnik): Pakistan’s public broadcaster, Radio Pakistan and the country’s leading newspaper Dawn, had reported joint patrolling along its border with Iran. Islamabad has started fencing the common border with Iran to de-escalate tensions that arose in the past, due to attacks on the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
Two Wolves fans arrested for homophobic abuse at Brighton game
Both the Seagulls and Wolves are working with police.
Police investigate arson attack on caravans and portable loos
Two caravans destroyed in fire
B.C. coroner asking for help identifying man found dead in Peace region
Mounties have deemed the man’s death not suspicious and believe he died earlier this year
Orban wants bill to tighten grip over theatres
The ruling party of nationalist Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban submitted plans to parliament on Monday to tighten control over theatres, a decision - prompting protests from artists who see artistic freedom at risk, Reuters writes. The law says cul...
Roger Daltrey Recalls Horror of Who Fan Stampede
Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend took part in a December 2019 documentary about a 1979 fan stampede in which 11 Who fans died.
Buhari jets out to Egypt Tuesday
President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja on Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt to attend the Aswan Forum. The gathering is designed to set an agenda for sustainable peace and development in the continent. In a statement issued on
Human trafficking reducing in Edo – NAPTIP
The Edo Zonal Command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Traffic in Persons says human trafficking in the
Trouble brews in post-election Sri Lanka
Two weeks after the election of hardliner Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Sri Lanka, the prospects for justice and reconciliation between the different communities on the island lie in tatters. The victory of Gota, as he is commonly known, sent shockwaves across the Tamil-dominated northeast - where memories of his brother Mahinda Rajapaksa's brutal presidency, marked by mass atrocities and enforced disappearances, remain fresh.
Tiny phones hidden in Nike sneakers intercepted at Oklahoma detention facility
An Oklahoma inmate’s special Christmas delivery was thwarted last week after prison staff intercepted an early – and illegal – holiday gift: a pair of Nike shoes with six mini cellphones hidden inside a secret cavity.
Accidental house fire warning as more than 500 blazes reported in Scotland
More than 500 accidental house fires were recorded across Scotland during the festive season last year, according to new figures.
Putin meets new Ukraine leader for first time
Both leaders met along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Democrats Ask Skeptical Panel to Allow Emoluments Challenge
With a seemingly impossible hurdle to jump, Democrats argued Monday morning before the D.C. Circuit that they can sue President Donald Trump for ignoring the Constitution as foreign governments poured money into his pockets.
JNU: Protest Over Fee Hike Turns Violent, Police Lathicharge Agitating Students
The development comes after the JNU administration rejected the students'demand for complete rollback of the proposed hike in the hostel.
2 guards with rapper Juice WRLD arrested on gun charges
Chicago (AP) - Two security guards who were with rapper Juice WRLD when he died after suffering a medical emergency at Chicago's Midway International Airport have been arrested on gun charges.
Watchdog expected to find Russia probe valid despite flaws
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department's internal watchdog will release a highly anticipated report Monday that is expected to reject President Donald Trump’s claims that the Russia investigation was illegitimate and tainted by political bias from FBI leaders. But it is also expected to document errors during the investigation that may animate Trump supporters.
All Xinjiang de-radicalization trainees graduate, find jobs, lead happy life: official
Trainees who used to be influenced by extremism have all graduated from the vocational education and training centers in Xinjiang, a senior official with Northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region told reporters in Beijing on Monday.
India rape-murder victim’s relatives to get guns and guards
Indian police on Monday deployed round-the-clock protection and promised a weapons licence to the family of an alleged rape victim who died after being set on fire on the way to testify in court.
1 dead as NZ volcano erupts, more fatalities likely
Around 100 people were near New Zealand's White Island volcano when it erupted suddenly on Monday, leaving authorities scrambling to treat the injured and find those unaccounted for.
Israeli parties agree on March 2 election if no government formed
Israel's two biggest parties agreed on Monday on a March 2 election date, barring a last-minute power-sharing deal, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...
Activists storm into Maltese government HQ demanding PM's resignation
VALLETTA (Reuters) - Activists staged a protest in government headquarters for five hours on Monday to demand the immediate resignation of Maltese Prime Minister Joseph Muscat amid an investigation into the 2017 car bomb killing of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
Trans Adriatic Pipeline nearly completed, will be operational in October 2020, says official
Over 90% of the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP), the European leg of the Southern Gas Corridor (SGC), is completed and will start delivering Azerbaijani gas...
Ngunjiri Wambugu's Appeals Force Police Into Action
The brutal beating caught Ngunjiri's attention forcing him to call upon the police officers to take action on the...
Four suspects pray High Court for their freedom
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Body discovered in the River Tay
Family of missing Perth pensioner informed
Paris summit seeks resolution to Ukraine war
A series of meetings are being held at the Elysee presidential palace to try to revive a 2015 peace deal that has been largely ignored.
Policeman 'thrashed baton in violent, uncontrolled and dangerous manner' before hitting student on head during London protests leaving him needing emergency surgery, tribunal hears
Alfie Meadows, 29, said he saw an officer 'thrashing around' with the weapon before he was struck exactly nine years ago in London, when he suffered a head injury requiring emergency surgery.
It's so cold in China an entire river has frozen over
The cold weather in the country has also moved towards upper Thailand, claiming three lives yesterday in three provinces.
The far-Right 'weirdo' who stored bomb cache in his camper van: Machinist, 42, is caught with home-made explosives, 85 knives, an axe and three SWORDS
Simon Flint (pictured brandishing a broadsword in an image he posted online), 42, pleaded guilty at Teesside Crown Court to two charges of having an explosive substance on June 28 and 30.
Number of victims of Odesa college fire grows to 12
Four people are still missing.
House Judiciary Committee to Hear Evidence as Impeachment Vote Nears
Lawmakers gear up for pivotal week in witch hunt
Nigerian Army commander killed in Boko Haram bomb attack
A Nigerian Army commander was killed on Saturday after an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle in Marte, Borno State.
Worst still to come on day of heat, fire danger for Victoria
A total fire ban remains in place for Victoria's north and north-west regions as Melbourne's temperature climbs up to 38 degrees.
Stitt appoints corrections director
Gov. Kevin Stitt on Friday appointed a new director to oversee the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, following the previous director's abrupt departure. Scott Crow, who has been with the department for more than 20 years and served as interim director since June, will lead the state agency that oversees Oklahoma’s correctional facilities. The department's previous director, Joe Allbaugh, abruptly resigned at a Board of Corrections meeting in June. At the time, Crow, who served as the department’s chief of operations, stepped into the interim director role. In a news release, Stitt praised Crow for his strong leadership at the agency leading up to when Oklahoma released more than 450 low-level, nonviolent drug and
Schoolboy hit by car in Oldbury
A schoolboy has been hit by a car in Oldbury.
Boris Johnson quizzed by voter on Tories’ use of attack website
The Prime Minister was challenged during a visit to a transport firm in Tyne and Wear.
Joyner Lucas Thinks Drug Culture in Hip-Hop Led to Juice Wrld's Death
Joyner Lucas took to Twitter to share his thoughts on Juice Wrld's untimely death, which he believes was brought on by aspects of hip-hop culture t...
Government Praised for Decisive Leadership on Port Issue
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters are to be commended for their leadership on the Upper North Island port issue, Waterfront 2029 Spokesperson Michael Goldwater said today.
Russia banned from Olympics, World Cup over doping
The World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday banned Russia for four years from major global sporting events including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, over manipulated doping data.
Bitcoin Climbs 2 Spots on China’s Latest CCID Ranking
China's Center for Information and Industry Development once again published a new list of its crypto ranking index, pushing Bitcoin 2 spots higher than
12 high profile Lawyers Sonko has hired to represent him
His bail hearing is on going
Michael Healy-Rae hospitalised after fire breaks out at Kerry office
Kerry Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae was taken to hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation after a fire in his office and shop this morning.
Elon Musk spotted hitting the town -- and a sign -- in the Tesla Cybertruck
Still making a smash.
Closing arguments begin in hearing for N.B. officers involved in fatal shooting
FREDERICTON — Closing arguments are underway today in an arbitration hearing for two police officers from Bathurst, N.B., involved in a fatal shooting almost five years ago.
Linda Ronstadt Shuts Down Pompeo After He Wonders ‘When Will I Be Loved’
Tough love, indeed. Singer Linda Ronstadt didn’t hesitate to rip into Secretary of State Mike Pompeo during a State Department...
Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani’s fiery media appearances
Attorney General William Barr became so concerned about Rudy Giuliani’s actions that he warned President Donald Trump that his personal attorney was becoming a liability, three people familiar with the conversations told The Washington Post.
Trial of garda accused of assaulting RTÉ cameraman hears protestors became 'extremely aggressive'
The trial has started of a garda charged with the assault of an RTÉ cameraman who was reporting on demonstrations by an “anti-Islamisation” group and “anti-racism” groups.
F-22s, F-35s, and B-52s: How America Deters Iran Every Day
A big task.
Criticism of Handke's Nobel Prize grows over denial of Bosnian war crimes
Ahead of the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony, condemnation grew Monday over the awarding of the 2019 Nobel Prize in Literature to Austrian writer Peter...
Plea in Supreme Court seeks psychological help for Jammu and Kashmir children
Many detained during lockdown: activist
Campaign highlights: DUP attacks Boris Johnson while Labour reveals budget plans
Shadow chancellor John McDonnell said he will deliver a budget on February 5 that will end austerity ‘once and for all’.
Anglican Church bans use of Aso Ebi at Funerals
The Anglican Church in Obosi, Anambra State has banned ceremonial dresses, popularly referred to as Aso Ebi and printing of brochures during funerals in the church. Ven. Ikechukwu Ihemtuge, Vicar in charge of St. Andrew’s Church, Obosi, disclosed
Ganduje appoints Emir Sanusi Kano council chiefs chairman
Kano State governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has appointed Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II as the pioneer chairman of the state council of Chiefs. Governor Ganduje also directed conveyance of inaugural council meeting of the chiefs with immediate effect. The appointment which takes effect from Monday, the 9th Day of December 2019 will last for […]
Locals in northern Syria back Turkey's presence in region
A survey released by Gallup shows that more than half of the locals back Turkey's offensive in northern Syria while expressing willingness to live under Turkish rule
General Election 2019: Johnson and Sturgeon both accused of 'running scared'
Boris Johnson and Nicola Sturgeon have both been accused today of avoiding scrutiny.
Citizenship Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha: Parties in favour of and against the legislation
While Congress and TMC led the charge against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill inside the Lok Sabha, the MPs of Indian Union Muslim League and All India United Democratic Front demonstrated in the Parliament premises and at Jantar Mantar.
'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' Star Daisy Ridley Says 'Every Sane Person' Has an Issue with Trump
English actress and "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker star Daisy Ridley" said in an interview that "everyone has an issue with Trump – every sane person anyway.”
GOP congresswoman demands Schiff release call logs
New York Rep. Elise Stefanik echoed a growing Republican cry for the release of call records showing contacts between the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee and the whistleblower whose report has sparked an impeachment investigation into President Trump.
China aims to replace up to 30 million pieces of foreign tech in government offices with Chinese tech by 2022
The move by Beijing is to increase China's use of domestically made tech, and could affect companies like Dell, HP, and Microsoft.
'Devastating' fire at Alberta dealership leaves 35 employees out of work
Fire destroyed the Edson Chrysler Dodge Jeep dealership early Monday morning, leaving dozens of employees out of work.
Iran dismisses Israeli threats as ‘sign of weakness’
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi on Monday dismissed the recent Israeli anti-Iran threats as a sign of weakness. “We consider the threats from Jerusalem’s occupying regime (Israel) as a sign of weakness,” Mousavi said in a statement. Israeli threats are also “desperate attempts to cover up the crises and domestic problems of its leaders,” he added. Highlighting Iran’s ability to protect its national security, the spokesman said his country “will give a crushing regretful response to any act of aggression or stupid action.” On Sunday, the Israeli defense minister warned Iran against continued presence in Syria, saying Israel will “work tirelessly” to prevent the establishment of a stable Iranian military presence in the Arab country.
North Korea opens mountain spa, ski resort in tourism push
Tourism is excluded from the heavy sanctions the U.N. Security Council has imposed on the North over its nuclear weapons program.
A changing world
Some conflicts leave relatively small footprints; others cause ripples in the space-time continuum.
Brexit? New referendum? What's at stake in UK vote
Britain will have until December 31, 2020, to strike a new agreement to replace decades of integration
2023: APC Chieftain Speaks On Igbo Producing Buhari’s Replacement
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Osita Okechukwu has called on the ruling party to zone the presidential seat to the South-East.
Hontiveros renews call for hospitals to comply with anti-deposit law
Opposition Senator Risa Hontiveros on Sunday renewed her call for all hospitals to comply with the anti-hospital deposit law, warning that those who continue violating it would be penalized.
Scottish aristocrat and estranged wife disagree where to fight for sizeable estate
An aristocrat and his estranged wife who disagree over where they should stage a fight over money have begun the latest round of an Anglo-Scottish legal battle which has spanned more than four years.
Thousand Indian Scientists, Scholars Oppose Citizenship Bill based on Religion
New Delhi (Sputnik): India’s Federal Home Minister is expected to table a bill in Parliament on Monday to grant citizenship to illegal migrants, who are Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis and Christians from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan.
Prof Ajoy Roy, father of slain writer Avijit, dies at 83
Prominent Professor Ajoy Roy, the father of slain writer-blogger Avijit, has died in a Dhaka hospital at the age of 83.
Army Personnel on Election Duty in Indian State Kills Company Commander Before Shooting Himself Dead
New Delhi (Sputnik): The issue of suicide and ‘fratricide’ - when a soldier or police officer kills a fellow service member in the Indian armed forces was recently raised in the Lower House of the Indian Parliament, with the government citing policies undertaken to check such incidents.
US bill on China's Xinjiang violates international law, regional official says
Recent US legislation on Xinjiang is a severe violation of international law and gross interference in China's internal affairs, the governor of the far western region said on Monday, accusing the United States of launching a smear campaign.
India police lauded for killing rape suspects
Crowds cheered the men's deaths and lauded "swift justice" by police.
A Non-Aggression Agreement between Israel and the Arab Countries
The United States is trying to assist Israel to reach an agreement with four Arab countries that will eventually lead to full normalization with them. Several Arab countries still fear full normalization with Israel due to Palestinian opposition, but behind the scenes, they are advancing relations with Israel.
At a pro-Israel conference, Trump told Jewish voters they'd vote for him to avoid a wealth tax
During his speech to the Israeli American Council, President Donald Trump also said some Jewish people 'don't love Israel enough.'
China claims all Uighur Muslims have happily ‘graduated’ from its oppressive prison camp system, despite widespread reports that at least 1 million are detained
Chinese authorities claimed Monday to have released all Uighur Muslims from the country’s oppressive prison camps in Xinjiang, contradicting widespread reports that at least 1 million are locked up in its vast system.
Police dispersal order in place for Brookfield
A police dispersal order is in place in Brookfield, near Preston, today.
Greece Refuses US, French Extradition Requests for Russia's Vinnik - Russian Ombudswoman
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A Greek court has refused to extradite Russian national Alexander Vinnik, who has been in detention since 2017 and is wanted by several countries, to the United States and France, with a decision on Russia's relevant request yet to be made, Russian ombudswoman Tatiana Moskalkova stated.
Ban-affected Moscow blames ‘anti-Russian hysteria’
Action taken against dope offenders, says PM Medvedev
Engineer Claims to Have Discovered Possible Location of MH370
Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370 with 239 passengers and crew disappeared from radars on 8 March 2014, and its fate continues to remain unknown. Several scientists and plane hunters have been putting forward their theories about what could have happened to the craft and where it could be currently located.
Eleventh hour plea for soldiers who fired shots at Ballymurphy to come forward
The call was made during closing submissions at inquests into the disputed shootings of 10 people in west Belfast in August 1971.
UK PM Johnson on Heathrow: might be difficult to lie before bulldozers
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday he would try to find a way to honor his promise to oppose Heathrow airport expansion by lying down in front of bulldozers but that it might be difficult for him.
Britain’s parties in final hunt for votes
Conservatives and Labour are mounting a desperate bid to turn from apathetic voters four days out from an election that will change the face of politics.
Accidental Shootings by Police Show Training Problems
When an Iowa mother tried to take her child from her husband during an argument on a snowy sidewalk in 2015, an officer stepped in to stop the scuffle, then accidentally fired his gun as a dog approached. The bullet went through the woman's arm and into her chest, killing her as her family watched in horror.
Russia banned from next Olympics and football World Cup
Russia has been accused of choosing “deception and denial” rather than getting its house in order over drugs.
Michelle Obama calls impeachment proceedings 'surreal'
Former first lady Michelle Obama called the impeachment proceedings into President Donald Trump and Ukraine surreal as the House's inquiry heads into the homestretch.
DUP accuses Boris Johnson of breaking his word on union commitment
The PM is embarking on a blitz of Labour’s heartlands as the election campaign enters its final few days.
GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing
At the Monday hearing on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump, Republican counsel Steve Castor raised some eyebrows with his unique choice of a bag to transport his documents.
Russia hands out passports to 125,000 residents of rebel-held east Ukraine
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia has issued passports to 125,000 residents of rebel-held eastern Ukraine, Russia’s interior minister said on Monday, deepening Moscow’s ties with the separatist region even as it begins talks with Kiev aimed at ending the conflict.
Washpo: Top US officials misled public about Afghan War
Confidential documents obtained by The Washington Post reveal that top U.S. officials misled the American public about the war in Afghanistan in order to conceal doubts about the likelihood that the U.S. could be successful in the nearly 20-year effort since its earliest days, the paper reported in a major investigation on Monday.
Load Shedding: Tips To Make Sure Your Home Security System Keeps Operating
Home owners have been urged to test their security systems as a matter of urgency and to pay particular attention to the battery back-up systems during load shedding periods, in the wake of Eskom’s announcement of stage 4 load shedding. “Many people are under the incorrect assumption that their home alarm system is deactivated when […]
North Korea calls Trump 'thoughtless' old man over tweets
Seoul, South Korea: North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a "thoughtless and sneaky old man” after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn’t want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders and affect the American presidential election by resuming hostile acts.
Sanna Marin to be PM of Finland, world's youngest head of govt at 34 years
Finland, like much of the West, has seen a rise in right-wing populists and the nationalist Finns Party did well in April election, though centrist and left-wing parties won most votes
Who set fire to Stanley Park? Hunt on for Blackpool arsonist after firefighters douse flames in toilet block
The gent's toilet block inside Blackpool’s Stanley Park was torched deliberately, investigators believe.
Policeman to stand trial for murder over Dalian Atkinson death
Another officer is accused of assaulting the ex-footballer during an incident in Telford, Shropshire, in August 2016.
North Korea calls Trump ‘erratic old man’ after tweets
The comments came after Donald Trump tweeted that North Korea’s Kim Jong Un would not want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
Algeria seeks heavy sentences for ex-PMs accused of corruption
The Algerian prosecutor's office has requested 20-year prison sentences for several former politicians accused of corruption, including two prime ministers who served under former President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, local media reported.
Police patrols ramped up after series of break-ins at old psychiatric hospital in Perth
Police are stepping up patrols at an abandoned psychiatric hospital after a spate of thefts.
Rush hour delays on A5 near Shrewsbury after crash
Commuters faced rush hour delays on the A5 near Shrewsbury today following a two-vehicle crash.
Police in Lancaster close roads following police incident
Police in Lancaster have closed the A6 Caton Road One Way Street at Bulk Road following an incident in the early hours of this morning.
Coastguard stand down search for missing Gourock man on Firth of Clyde as Police continue to scour
A FRANTIC search for a dad missing in the Firth of Clyde has been stood down. The 55-year-old boatsman, known locally as David Wilson, vanished after leaving his car parked at Cardwell Bay in Gouro…
MOBO-nominated drill rappers are jailed for total of nine years for running county lines drugs network that shipped heroin and crack cocaine to the Home Counties
Cassiel Wuta-Ofei, 27, known by his stage name, Scribz, and Malki Martin, 24, who goes by ASAP, were sentenced to a total of nine years behind bars for operating a heroin and cocaine drugs network.
Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — even as costs rose to $1 trillion and 2,351 American troop's lives
US officials have been lying to the American people about US failures in Afghanistan, where the US military has been fighting its longest armed conflict in history, a collection of confidential documents obtained by The Washington Post reveals.
Burnley supporter, 13, ejected from Spurs stadium for alleged racist gesture
Burnley have confirmed that a 13-year-old supporter was ejected from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium following an alleged racist gesture towards Son Heung-min
General Election seats to watch: Wales
There are opportunities – and risks – for all parties on December 12.
Paris Saint-Germain’s Ander Herrera cleared of match-fixing accusations
Paris Saint-Germain’s Ander Herrera has been cleared of corruption after a match-fixing investigation into a LaLiga match in 2011
Anti-doping agency imposes 4-year ban on Russia
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) - Russia was slapped Monday with a four-year ban from international sports events, including next summer's Tokyo Olympics, over a longstanding doping scandal, although its athletes will still be able to compete if they can show they are clean competitors.
Lessons learned from man’s death have improved safety, inquest hears
Tony McDermott died during loading incident at warehouse in Co Kildare
Top Northern Senator Vows Never To Contest Election In Nigeria Again
Senator representing Gombe Central in the Nigerian Senate, Muhammad Danjuma Goje, has announced that he will not contest elections in the future.
Arrangements begin for Maramon Convention
Annual evangelical event to be held from February 9 to 16
Doug Collins Shreds Schiff for No-Show: 'This Is Going Nowhere'
House Judiciary Committee ranking member Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA) blasted the Democrats' "focus impeachment" on Monday.
Trudeau says UN vote not a shift in Canada's "steadfast" support Israel
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says a recent vote by Canada to support a UN resolution endorsing Palestinian self-determination is not a shift in Canada’s policy against singling out Israel for criticism on the international stage. Trudeau made the remarks at a menorah lighting on Parliament Hill Monday, where about 100 parliamentarians gathered to mark the …
10 things you need to know today: December 9, 2019
The House Judiciary Committee hears from impeachment investigators, the FBI treats the Pensacola base attack as terrorism, and more
DOJ watchdog finds no bias in launch of Trump-Russia probe, but uncovers ‘significant’ FBI errors
The Justice Department’s inspector general, in a long-awaited review concerning the origins of the Russia investigation, determined that the FBI complied with policies in launching the politically explosive probe -- but also flagged "significant concerns with how certain aspects of the investigation were conducted and supervised."
Man held for raping, smashing head with stone of 5-year-old tribal girl in Maharashtra's Nagpur
The body of the girl, who was missing since December 6, was found on an agriculture farm in Linga village in Kalmeshwar taluka, some 25 kms away from Nagpur.
Trump impeachment: judiciary hearing could bring Mueller into play
Bipartisan lawyers testified on findings by the special counsel and intelligence committee in second public session
North Korea calls Trump 'erratic' old man over tweets
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a heedless and erratic old man after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn't want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders and affect the American presidential election by resuming hostile acts.
Donald Trump could abuse power again if he is not impeached, Democrats claim
The Democrats have claimed that Donald Trump could abuse his presidential powers again if he is not impeached over the "brazen" Ukraine scandal. Spelling out their case for removing the US president in detail, a top lawyer for the party argued that what Mr Trump had done was a "big deal
Date for new elections announced
'We won't begin process of dissolving Knesset until Wednesday, so that party heads can try to prevent new elections,' Knesset speaker says.
Kidnappers kill four on Abuja highway - The Nation Newspaper
Kidnappers fleeing a clampdown by men of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command shot and killed four persons along Kawli-Kaita highway
The numbers that matter ahead of Britain's general election on Thursday
Voters head to the polls across Britain on Thursday for the third general election in four and-a-half years. Here are some of the key numbers:
U.N. expert urges Ethiopia to stop shutting down internet
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) - A United Nations expert on the freedom of expression said he has urged Ethiopian officials to stop shutting down the internet.
GBP/USD eases from 8-month tops, still comfortable above mid-1.3100s
The GBP/USD pair spiked to fresh eight-month tops during the early part of Monday's trading session, albeit quickly retreated around 20 pips thereafte
Court date for fugitive charged with attempted murder to be set next week
A date for a preliminary inquiry is expected to be set next week for a Quebec man who fled to France two years ago after being charged in Victoria with two counts of attempted murder. Sebastien . . .
Narendra Modi says Karnataka bye-poll results show voters trust only BJP for stability, development
The prime minister made the remark at an election rally in Jharkhand.
USR PLUS Alliance, joint candidates in local elections
The Save Romania Union - Freedom, Unity and Solidarity Party (USR PLUS) Alliance will have joint candidates in the local elections, with each...
Woman rushed to hospital with ‘serious injuries’ after Newton Mearns ‘disturbance’ as man arrested
A WOMAN was left with “serious injuries” as a man was arrested after a “disturbance” in Newton Mearns. Cops confirmed they were called to a property on Castle Road in the to…
40th GCC summit: The beginning of reconciliation?
Doha, Qatar - As leaders prepare to convene the 40th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit on Wednesday, a possible resolution to the blockade on Qatar that has lasted more than two years will dominate discussions, analysts say.
Democrats poised to unveil two impeachment articles against Trump
House Democrats are poised to unveil two articles of impeachment against U.S. President Donald Trump.
Protest against book
DC book Fair closed down temporarily in Kannur
The heat builds as the fires burn in Australia
The Australia Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) is forecasting a heatwave across the northern half of the country this week as firefighters continue to battle bushfires.
Bashar al-Assad's uncle faces embezzlement trial in Paris
Rifaat al-Assad is accused of embezzling Syrian funds to buy property worth at least €90m in France
Brian Eno Shares New Song “Everything’s On The Up With The Tories” Ahead Of UK Election
The UK general election will take place this Thursday, and Brian Eno has shared quite an original song ahead of the vote. Eno has been extremely vocal about his politics for decades now, and he was among the public figures who signed a letter expressing support for Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn in the upcoming election. Naturally, the title of his new song, "Everything's On The Up With The Tories," is deeply tongue-in-cheek. It's a very British jaunt that lays into the party of Boris Johnson. Some lyrics: "Everything's up the creek with the Blue Boys/ They're selling off the NHS to cowboys/ They're cutting back on nurses, but investing it in hearses, the nitwits, and the we-don't-have-a-clue boys." And more: "Everything's on the up with the righties/ Who worship at the feet of Trump Almighty/ There's people in the street without a bloody crust to eat/ But everything's on the up with the Tories." If you're in the UK, find a guide to voting here and check out Eno's song below.
Kosovo, Albania to boycott Nobel Literature award ceremony
PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) - Kosovo and Albania say they will boycott the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony Tuesday to protest the award being given to Austrian writer Peter Handke who both countries link to the war in the former Yugoslavia.
Democratic candidate Warren discloses details of past legal work, showing $2 million in compensation
Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren released information on Sunday about her past legal work, showing nearly $2 million in compensation from dozens of clients, as a dispute intensified with her rival Pete Buttigieg over transparency.
Bosnia Puts Off Closing Makeshift Migrant Camp 'Until Further Notice'
Bosnian authorities have indefinitely postponed the scheduled closing of a makeshift migrant tent camp in the northwest of the country.
Operation Peace Spring aims to preserve Syria's territorial integrity, VP Fuat Oktay says
Turkey aimed to preserve the territorial integrity of Syria with Operation Peace Spring, Vice President Fuat Oktay said Monday. 'A more than...
World anti-doping body bars Russia from 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Athletes were barred Monday from competing under the Russian flag during the 2020 Summer Olympics under a four-year ban handed down by the World Anti-Doping Agency.
WTI drops 1% towards $ 58.50 amid trade tensions, weak China exports
WTI (oil futures on NYMEX) is down over $1 from three-month highs of 59.85 reached last Friday after the OPEC and its allies (OPEC+) agreed to deepen
Turkey Not in Hurry to Buy Fighters From Russia, Hopes to Get Them From US - Turkish Defence Minister
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated in November after a meeting with his US counterpart Donald Trump in Washington that Ankara might purchase US Patriot systems, but it considers the US requests to get rid of Russia's air defence systems S-400 an infringement of its sovereignty.
Finland's new young female prime minister breaks the mold
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Finland's next government is breaking the mold in multiple ways.Sanna Marin, the 34-year-old transport minister, was tapped over the weekend by the ruling Social Democratic Party to be Finland's new prime minister. When she takes the reins of the country, most likely on Tuesday, she will become the world’s youngest sitting head of government.In another unusual development, Marin will head a coalition with four other parties that are all led by women — three of whom are in their early 30s. Her own biography also breaks the mold: Raised by a single mother, she has described feeling discriminated against in Finland when her mother was in a relationship with another woman.
House Judiciary GOP: Where’s the impeachable offense?
House Republicans argued President Trump has not conducted an impeachable offense and said Democrats are trying to eject him for political reasons.
Boy is thrown head-over-heels when sewer EXPLODES under his feet after he sticks a match down a manhole
The boy in China's Hebei Province escaped serious injuries after being blown into the air and flung 360 degrees by the force of an exploding sewer. He had ignited trapped methane from the sewer.
'India took only five years to move from USD 2 to USD 3 trillion economy'
"It took us nearly 60 years after independence to achieve USD 1 trillion mark. It took 12 years to achieve our second trillion (dollar economy). And it has taken only five years, 2014 to 2019, to achieve the third trillion economy," Indian Ambassador to the US, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, said in his address to the Indian-American community.
Digital economy's environmental footprint threatens the planet
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Modern society has given significant attention to the promises of the digital economy over the past decade. But it has given little attention to its negative environmental footprint.
BJP, AAP war of words over Azad Mandi fire continues
Union Minister announces probe into accident, demands higher compensation
Man wearing reindeer slippers tips woman out of wheelchair on train as he tries to steal it
A man has been arrested after a would-be thief tipped a woman out of her wheelchair on a train and attempted to steal it.CCTV footage of the incident shows a man dressed in a red jacket and reindeer slippers, who lept out of his seat and grabbed the handles of the wheelchair as the train approached a
Russia, Ukraine leaders to meet in Paris
French- and German-mediated talks seek to end 5-year conflict in eastern Ukraine
Trump accused of anti-Semitism after saying Jewish Americans will vote for him so they can avoid a wealth tax
"You're brutal killers," President Donald Trump told those in real estate. "Not nice people at all, but you have to vote for me you have no choice."
Yuletide Social Assistance Program to be established for barangay execs, workers
In appreciation of their hard work in providing frontline government services, President Duterte has called for the establishment of a “Yuletide Social Assistance Program” for barangay officials and workers this year.
Rajya Sabha Chairman Venkaiah Naidu writes to party chiefs on absenteeism
‘Mechanism should be instituted for monitoring of attendance’
Warning issued on peace talks saboteurs
WHILE the Makabayan bloc welcomed the move to resume peace talks between the government and the Communist Party of the Philippines-National Democratic Front (CPP-NDF) they warned about saboteurs.
Saudi gunman tweeted against US before naval base shooting
The Saudi gunman who killed three people at the Pensacola naval base had apparently gone on Twitter shortly before the shooting to blast U.S. support of Israel and accuse America of being anti-Muslim.
Extinction Rebellion calls on Government to end over-fishing
The campaign group said the country must put a halt to the practice by January 1 2020 as part of a legal requirement.
Man accused of rehearsing mass shooting, pointing guns at pedestrians outside San Diego hotel
Police arrested the suspect and seized his 14 registered firearms, not wanting to take any chances the rehearsal could become reality.
Gas Malaysia: Average natural gas selling price to fall for Jan 1-Dec 31, 2020
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The average natural gas selling price applicable for Gas Malaysia Energy and Services Sdn Bhd from January 1 to December 31, 2020 will be set at RM33.65/MMBtu, lower by 2.91 per cent or RM1.01/MMBtu, compared to the current price for the distribution segment. The selling...
Avanti West Coast Begins Painting Over Virgin Trains
There's a new rail franchise dealing with our complaints about the Wi-Fi not working and the toilets oozing piss and bleach out into the corridors today, with Avanti West Coast taking over the business of running what was once the Virgin Trains line between London and Scotland.
Trump's shameful deference to Saudi Arabia
His muted response to the Pensacola attack should sound alarm bells
Dalian Atkinson death: police officers to stand trial next September
Benjamin Monk is accused of murder and Mary Ellen Bettley-Smith denies assault
EFCC seizes over N643.9m, $706.8m in Kano
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Monday says that the Kano Zonal office has seized over N643,942 million in
The Open Rights Group wants answers on General Election data use
Privacy of the ballot box
Will give stable, pro-development govt, asserts CM BSY
Jubilant after the BJP's stellar performance in the byelections, Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa on Monday asserted that he would give a stable and pro-development government for the next three-and-half years
Deadly volcano eruption
A volcano off the New Zealand coast erupted Monday with a towering blast of ash and scalding steam as dozens of tourists were exploring its moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving eight others missing and feared dead, authorities said.
PNP calls for strengthening of anti-corruption agencies
As the world observes International Anti-Corruption Day, the People's National Party (PNP) says it remains committed to promoting integrity and trust in politics. Further, the PNP says it will lead a government that repudiates...
Why Won't Steam Approve These Games Supporting Hong Kong Protestors?
Last year Valve proclaimed that it would allow virtually any game on its Steam service, so long as the game wasn’t illegal or “straight up trolling”—but activist-minded developers who have made games about the Hong Kong protests have realised that, perhaps, there are other ways to get barred from the gaming...
Fintiri swears-in newly elected LG Chairmen in Adamawa
Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has sworn in 21 newly elected council chairmen in Adamawa. Speaking at the ceremony on Monday in Yola
Stakes winners Tap Back, Been Studying Her lead Los Al nominations
Horse Racing news: Stakes winners Tap Back, Been Studying Her lead Los Al nominations.
Iconic Cork restaurant one of 23 food outlets forced to close
An iconic Cork restaurant was one of a record 23 food outlets forced to close in November over hygiene concerns.
AUD/USD struggles to recover despite modest USD weakness, trades around 0.6820
The AUD/USD pair snapped its four-week losing streak last week but seems to be having a tough time pushing higher on Monday. After moving sideways bel
Cian Cowley vs. Sam Patterson booked for Brave CF 33
Cian Cowley will look to bounce back into the win column at Brave CF 33.
Big European firms ‘dodging China-US tariffs by shifting supply chains’
European companies are ‘settling in’ to the trade war, Chamber president says
Huawei to roll out Harmony OS to more products next year, but not phones and tablets
Chinese tech giant Huawei Technologies plans to equip more of its products with its Harmony operating system (OS) next year, and will promote them ...
Unemployment high on list of Arab youth’s major concerns
ANKARA: Turkey sent 11 French “foreign terrorist fighters” back to France on Monday, the Turkish interior ministry said. “Eleven French citizens have been deported to their home country,” it said in a statement. Ankara has lambasted Western countries for refusing to take back their citizens who left to join the Daesh group in Syria and Iraq. It says it has some 1,200 foreign
Re-run: APC aspirants demand redeployment of REC, top Akwa Ibom INEC officials
APC Aspirants Forum, Akwa Ibom has demanded the redeployment of the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mr Mike Igini and principal officials at the state INEC
Meet the "Blue Magpie": Taiwan's New Domestically-Made Fighter?
Here's what we know.
Dutch government moves to ban laughing gas
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - The Dutch government on Monday announced plans to include nitrous oxide — better known as laughing gas — on its “black list” of forbidden drugs, in response to a rapid increase in usage of the gas among the nation’s youth.
Russia banned from Tokyo Olympics, other major sports events for 4 years
The Russian flag and national anthem were banned from next year's Tokyo Olympics and other major sports events for four years on Monday.
People in Xinjiang camps have graduated: China
‘They have jobs and are living happily’
‘Public will punish those who go against popular mandate’ PM on Kart’ka bypoll results
‘The people of Karnataka have ensured that the Congress or the JD(S) will not be able to betray them.’ The words of Prime Minister Narendra Modi after BJP whisked of 12 seats of the 15 in the by poll elections in Karnataka.
Puducherry CM V Narayanasamy gifts onions on Sonia Gandhi's birthday
Puducherry CM protested the Central government's failure to control the price of onion
Mahila court awards life imprisonment to old man
Ramanathapuram The Fast Track Mahila Court has awarded life imprisonment to a 60-year-old man after convicting him on charges of murdering his wife, suspecting her fidelity. Holding that the prosecuti
SEA Games 2019: Badminton medal tally and standings
The Badminton tournament wrapped up on Day 9 of the 2019 SEA Games, with Indonesia and Malaysia dominating proceedings. While their gold medals failed to threaten the Philippines at the top, they may eventually have an effect on the mid-table standings. Here’s what the mini-Badminton tally shapes up like.
DOJ argues Congress can't take non-legislative steps against Trump on emoluments
The Department of Justice argued before a federal appeals court on Monday that the only way for Congress to take action against President Trump over alleged violations of the Constitution’s
Chris Panayiotou's father shot dead in Uitenhage, assistant raped | IOL News
Uitenhage police are investigating after the father of convicted murderer Christopher Panayiotou was shot dead in the early hours of Monday morning.
'Death by Shooting': Pakistan PM Imran Khan's Supporters Call Against Nawaz Sharif in London
One protester called loudly for Sharif's death by shooting while another called for Taliban-style bombing of the Avengield apartment.
China’s advanced type PCL191 multiple rocket system in strategic proximity to Taiwan – reports
A report in the latest issue of Modern Ships praises the Chinese multiple launch rocket system called the Type PCL191 as the most cutting-edge piece of weaponry capable of firing both rockets and ballistic missiles. The modular launcher appears to be based on the AR3 system intended for the export market. Unlike other weaponry on display in Beijing during China’s National Day military parade on 1 October, the Type PCL191, dubbed by CCTV as “a self-propelled rocket launcher with precision strike capability”, traveled up and down the streets of the capital loaded on the back of heavy-duty trucks almost anonymously, the report has it. It also gives an in-depth description of the system’s capacity saying it can carry eight 370 mm (14½ inch) rockets – each with a range of 350 km (220 miles) – or two 750 mm Fire Dragon 480 tactical ballistic missiles, capable of flying up to 500 km. According to PLA Daily, an MLRS brigade was stationed with the 72nd Group Army in Huzhou, in the province of Zhejiang on China’s eastern…
Report: Russian fighters intercepted Israeli jets over Syria
Russian Su-35 fighter jets reportedly scrambled to intercept Israeli fighters over Syria, block them from carrying out airstrikes.
Watch Democrats' counsel expertly sum up the Ukraine scandal in just 3 minutes
Well that was easy. Democratic counsel Daniel Goldman wrapped up his opening statement during the House Judiciary Committee impeachment hearing Monday by summarizing the entire Ukraine scandal that spurred the inquiry into President Trump. The whole thing took just around three minutes. DANIEL GOLDMAN: "The president's scheme is quite simple and the facts are not seriously in dispute. It can be boiled down to four key takeaways." pic.twitter.com/iohClV27Mr — Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) December 9, 2019 Don't be fooled, though. The rest of the impeachment proceedings — including Monday's hearing, which is expected to last through the afternoon — won't be so concise. Tim O'Donnell
Torrential rains in Uganda, 26 killed, says Red Cross
KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) - At least 26 people have been killed in floods unleashed by heavy rains in different parts of Uganda, the Red Cross said on Monday as authorities urged people in affected areas to relocate.
Factory owner, manager nabbed after Indian capital's deadliest fire in 20 years
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Boko Haram: Troops rescue 31 women, children in Borno
The Nigerian Army has said that its troops have rescued 31 persons comprising 14 women and 17 children at Mantari, Malam Masari and Gabchari Villages in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. ...
GBP/USD retreats modestly from eight month highs to the 1.3130 area
The GBP/USD dropped from 1.3180 -the highest level since early April- to 1.3135 following the release of a new poll ahead of the general election in t
DOJ Argues Trump Can Profit from Foreign Governments Until Congress Passes a New Law
An attorney for the Department of Justice told a judge in Washington D.C. federal court Monday that President Donald Trump may profit from any foreign governments that patronize his private businesses. Defending against a lawsuit filed by more than 200 Congressional Democrats accusing Trump of violating the Foreign Emoluments Clause of the U.S. Constitution, attorney Hashim Mooppan argued that the clause, on its own, does not actually forbid the president from accepting such payments, it merely permits Congress to legislate on the matter.
Court rejects Minnesota’s renewal of US Steel mine permit
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Court of Appeals on Monday reversed a decision by state regulators to renew a wastewater discharge permit for U.S. Steel's giant Minntac iron ore mine...
Shots fired into home on Euclid Avenue, outside gas line reportedly hit
DAYTON — Crews are responding to a person’s home on Euclid Avenue after hearing reports of someone shooting toward the residence, according to regional dispatch.
Turkey tackles power supply problems in liberated areas of N Syria
Turkey is dealing with a power supply problem in a recently liberated area in northern Syria after the PKK-affiliated People's Protection Units (YPG) were...
Winners of SHATIU honoured
The winners of the 5th edition of Sheikh Hamad Award for Translation and International Understanding (SHATIU) were honoured yesterday in a ceremony held at the Ritz-Carlton, Doha
Former student tells hearing of 'excruciating pain' at hands of police
Alfie Meadows had more than 100 staples in head after being hit by baton at 2010 protest
Trump impeachment hearing: Pro-Trump Infowars host who called for Obama to be lynched thrown out of inquiry
A host on the far-right US conspiracy and disinformation website InfoWars has been removed from the latest impeachment hearing by police, after interrupting House Judiciary Committee chairman Jerry
IOA president Narinder Batra seeks government support for hosting 2026 Youth Olympics in India
The IOA chief met Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the issue and various other matters including hosting the 2023 session of IOC.
Hope to reach trade agreement with US as soon as possible: China
China said on Monday that it hoped to make a trade deal with the United States as soon as possible, amid intense discussions before fresh US tariffs on Chinese imports are due to kick in at the end of the week. Beijing hopes it can reach a trade agreement with the United States that satisfies both sides, Assistant Commerce Minister Ren Hongbin told reporters on Monday.
U.S. Supreme Court rejects Arizona opioid case against Purdue, Sackler family
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday turned away a novel case by Arizona seeking to recover billions of dollars that the state has said that members of the Sackler family - owners of Purdue Pharma LP - funneled out of the OxyContin maker before the company filed for bankruptcy in September. The justices
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
VANCOUVER — The Law Society of British Columbia has moved to require Indigenous cultural competency training for all practising lawyers in the province, in response to gaps in legal education that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission identified.
Man Loses House After Failing To Pay $8.41 In Property Taxes
An 83-year-old man has sued the government after losing his house over an outstanding debt of just $8.41 in property taxes
Court remand police officer in prison over alleged murder of truck driver in Ondo
37-year-old trigger happy police sergeant Idowu Omosuyi who murdered a truck driver at a checkpoint in Uso, Owo area of Ondo
Sumanahalli flyover: Report points to major distress in bearing support, expansion joints
Distress treatment, repairs to cost the BBMP around ₹40 lakh
Rudy Giuliani Is Living the Dream
Don’t let his butt-dials distract from his cunning.
Trump, Saudi prince pledge cooperation after Florida base attack
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump has spoken with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman about the attack Friday at a naval base in Florida, which is being investigated by the FBI as a presumed terrorist attack.
Lebanese entrepreneurs think digitally if given space to grow – Arabnet Report
Mubasher: Lebanon’s entrepreneurial ecosystem flourished making the country among the major assets for digital innovation across the MENA region, following the implementation of Circular 331 of the Central Bank of Lebanon back in August 2014. …
'My job is to defend my client': Giuliani teases his own report on Ukraine findings
President Trump’s personal attorney claimed he would have a report on his own findings in the Ukraine saga ready by the end of the week.
Sturgeon suggests EU vote would take place before indyref
The First Minister reiterated her view that another Scottish referendum should be held towards the end of 2020.
Lies, damn lies and superannuation
It’s fair to say that Industry Super Australia (ISA) has a vested interest in raising the superannuation guarantee (SG) from the current 9.5% to 12%, since this would result in more funds under management to ‘clip-the-ticket’ on, and more fee revenue.
Citizenship Amendement Bill: Massive anti-NRC rally in Kolkata
A country cannot be run by fear of losing citizenship, say protesters
2 4-year-olds escape deadly crash by unhooking seats, climbing to safety
Washington State Patrol says two young girls are alive after they managed to unhook themselves from their booster seats and climb to safety to escape an accident.
Cardi B reportedly received N1.8b to perform in Nigeria and Ghana
Reports which has since surfaced on the internet suggests that American rap star, Cardi B was reportedly paid a whooping N1.8 billion to perform both in Lagos, Nigeria and Ghana.
Turkey deports 11 French suspected ISIL members
Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the ISIL (ISIS) armed group.
Supreme Court to hear plea on Hyderabad veterinarian rape and murder accused killing
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sharad A. Bobde agreed to list on Wednesday a petition seeking an independent probe into the extra-judicial killing of four accused of the rape and murder of a veterinaria
Election campaign turns nasty: Labour activist 'PUNCHES Matt Hancock's adviser at Leeds hospital where sick boy, four, was pictured lying on floor' - hours after Boris Johnson was confronted with the image by ITV reporter
An aide to Matt Hancock was alleged punched by a Labour activist as the Health Secretary visited a hospital at the centre of a storm about a sick child who was forced to lie on the floor.
UK weather: Storm Atiyah brings high winds and power cuts
Blustery weather prompts two yellow alerts and warning of disruption to election voting
BAPE & GOD SELECTION XXX Join Forces on a Graphic-Heavy Collection
The exclusive capsule releases this weekend.
US pharma and biotech lobbyists' documents reveal their plan to gouge Britons in any post-Brexit trade-deal
Both Phrma (the lobby for the global pharmaceutical industry) and Biotechnology Innovation Organization (biotech lobbyists) provided letters to a US-UK government meeting to discuss post-Brexit tra…
'Hats Off,' Andhra CM Reddy Lauds 'Encounter Killings' in Telangana Rape, Murder Case
Reddy, who is a close friend of KCR, said that the brutal incident was a shame on part of the society that needs to be questioned.
Juan Williams: Pelosi is my politician of the year
OPINION: The Speaker has guided the impeachment process masterfully and outmaneuvered Trump.
Amazon says Donald Trump sidestepped contract rules to block $10 billion Pentagon bid
Amazon has outlined its case for reversing the Pentagon’s decision.
North Korea Calls Trump 'Erratic' Old Man Over Tweets
Former nuclear negotiator Kim Yong Chol said North Korea wouldn’t cave in to U.S. pressure because it has nothing to lose.
Sotomayor Skewers Louisiana Policy for Appeals Scandal
Eliciting a statement of concern from Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the Supreme Court declined Monday to take up a case stemming from a suicide note that described a secret court policy in Louisiana targeting the poor.
Two Members of Juice Wrld’s Entourage Arrested For Carrying Guns
Two bodyguards protecting the rapper Juice Wrld at the time of his dramatic death Sunday have been arrested on gun charges, police said.The 21-year-old rising star, whose real name was Jarad Anthony Higgens, died after suffering a “medical emergency” while making his way through Chicago’s Midway International
Coats for homeless removed from Dublin's Ha'penny Bridge
Action by city authority for ‘public safety’ reasons provokes social media outcry
That impeachment hearing protester was actually an InfoWars reporter and Pizzagate conspiracy theorist
It took a few weeks, but the impeachment hearings finally saw their first protester.House Judiciary Committee Chair Jarrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) had just gaveled a hearing on the findings of the Intelligence Committee's impeachment investigation into order when a protester silenced his opening statement
Alleged P&ID Scam: Court dismisses Briton's bail variation application
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the application for bail variation filed by a British national, James Nolan.
Traffic jams cripple Paris as pension strikes halt trains
PARIS (AP) - Paris commuters inched to work Monday through massive traffic jams as strikes against retirement plan changes halted trains and subways for a fifth straight day.
Bernie Sanders Staff Member Who Posted anti-Semitic, Homophobic Tweets ‘No Longer With Campaign’
The Republican Jewish Coalition in a statement issued on Friday afternoon called on the Sanders campaign to fire Darius Khalil Gordon
Garden gnomes return home to Blairgowrie after police find kidnappers
Police have confirmed that two youngsters have received warnings after being caught kidnapping garden gnomes from outside a property in Blairgowrie.
Where to watch 'Tamron Hall Show' during Trump impeachment hearings
Because of our coverage of the Trump impeachment hearings on Channel 7, our regularly scheduled programs can be seen over-the-air on channel 7.2 and on cable.
Mr. Kenney goes to Ottawa and income inequality; In The News for Dec. 9
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 Dec. 9. What we are watching in Canada ...
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas
Goods moving between Britain and North will require checking - Coveney
British Prime Minister claimed over the weekend such checks would not be necessary
'Hats off to KCR, cops': Jagan Reddy lauds Telangana encounter
In some countries, the Andhra CM claimed, perpetrators of such crimes would be instantly shot dead.
REUTERS NEWS SCHEDULE AT 11 a.m. GMT/6 a.m. ET
Here are the top stories and upcoming coverage plans for Reuters text service as of 11 a.m. GMT/6 a.m. ET. For a full schedule of news and events, go to our editorial calendar on Reuters Connect https://www.reutersconnect.com/planning.TOP STORIESGLOBALNEWZEALAND-VOLCANO/'Sudden' volcano eruption in New Zealand kills five, several missing
Perak Amanah supports any decision made on land ownership
IPOH, Dec 9 — Any decision to be made by the Perak state government in granting 999-year ownership or permanent titles to new villages, will have to be in line with Pakatan Harapan’s (PH) stance, said Perak Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) chairman Datuk Asmuni Awi. He said whatever decision made...
Norza: Medal bounty shows Malaysian badminton has a great future
MANILA, Dec 9 — The national badminton squad’s bounty of three gold, two silver and five bronze at the 30th SEA Games is a proud achievement for the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM), and proves that all is not lost as far as the future of Malaysian badminton is concerned. Its president...
Bolt of lightning thought to be responsible for fire at Michael Healy-Rae's office
A bolt of lightning may have been responsible for the fire which struck the Kilgarvan commercial complex and office belonging to the Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae this morning.
Another elephant found dead in Sabah, says Wildlife Dept
LAHAD DATU, Dec 9 — Another elephant was found dead in Sabah today. Lahad Datu Wildlife Department officer Sylvester Saimin said the carcass was found in Bakapit near here at 6.30am by a plantation worker. “We have gone to the scene and investigations are underway. We will give further...
Erdogan accuses some Arab countries of being supportive of Israeli attacks against Palestine
BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:20 P.M.) – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered a speech on Monday at he meeting of Ministers of Social Affairs of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in Istanbul. During the meeting, the Turkish President accused some Arab countries of being supportive of Israeli attacks over the last few months, and Erdogan explained that the situation in Palestine is getting worse by the day. He continued by saying: “The Islamic world, which constitutes a quarter of the world’s population, does not have an effect equal to the size of its capabilities.” “We often feel that we stand alone when we object to the persecution of Palestine and Jerusalem.” He pointed out that global imperialism continues the policy of “divide and rule” against Islamic countries. The OIC Conference adopts several goals, the most important of which are to remove obstacles to increasing investments among OIC member countries, to encourage investments within the organization, and to increase the ease of doing business…
Not negligent in teen death
British Columbia's police watchdog has concluded two Langley RCMP officers were not negligent in their response to a report of a teenage boy who was in distress after consuming a large quantity of drugs.
FBI now treating investigation into Pensacola naval station shooting as an 'act of terror'
The motive behind a 21-year-old gunman's attack on Naval Air Station Pensacola remains undetermined, but the FBI is treating it as "an act of terror," a member of the agency said.
General Election seats to watch: North-west England
The Tories are eyeing a dozen gains in this battleground region.
Recognize this shoe? Coroner asks for help identifying body found in B.C. field
Officials are asking for the public's help to identify a body found in a field in northeastern B.C. based on the dead man's footwear.
Have-a-go hero tries to stop shop robbery gang as they make their getaway - only to learn they were ACTORS making a film
Actors pretending to rob a store in Dorset were 'chased' by a resident who believed the scenes were real. Producers were filming action scenes in the village for the new indie horror film 'Perran'.
Ivanka Trump Once Spoke with Author of ‘Steele Dossier’ About Working for the Trump Org: Report
Years prior to authoring the Steele Dossier at the center of Republicans allegations that federal authorities improperly “spied” on the Trump campaign, Christopher Steele and Ivanka Trump had been in talks about the former British intelligence officer potentially working for the Trump Organization, according to ABC News.
Forensic investigations begin, Delhi Anaj Mandi fire echoes in Parliament
Union Minister announces probe into accident, demands higher compensation
Retired cop killed in QC buy-bust
Anti-scalawag operatives of the Philippine National Police (PNP) killed early Monday morning a recently retired policeman in a buy-bust operation in Quezon City.
Study finds broadcast coverage of the UK election has aligned ‘most closely’ with Boris Johnson’s agenda
The BBC and other UK broadcasters have helped Boris Johnson frame the general election on his own terms, according to an academic study of media coverage of the campaign.
Labour's 'red wall' creaks as loyal voters consider other parties
West Bromwich, United Kingdom - Something unusual is stirring in this red-brick market town, and Ed Renyard senses it.
Compostela Valley is now Davao de Oro
DAVAO CITY - The Province of Compostela Valley will soon have its new name after majority of its constituents agreed to ratify Republic Act 11297 renaming it to Davao de Oro.
Need to mutually solve climate change, strive for holistic growth: Kovind
The President made the remarks at the Lakshmipat Singhania-IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards ceremony here.
Emergency services return to River Tay as search for missing man continues
Emergency services are continuing to scour the River Tay as the search for a missing Perth man continues.
West Lothian Council agrees to sell off historic Linlithgow buildings
The former town museum is now in private hands
Even Attorney General Barr is reportedly warning Trump to dump Rudy Giuliani
Rudy Giuliani's late-career taste for wealth led him to lucrative foreign consulting work, and those business ties apparently prevented him from becoming secretary of state after he helped get his old friend Donald Trump elected president in 2016, The Washington Post and The New York Times recount. But Giuliani joined the president as an unpaid personal attorney in 2018, the Times adds, and since then, "step by step, he has escorted President Trump to the brink of impeachment." Without Giuliani's "push for money and frank yearning for relevance, the Trump Ukrainian initiative might never have amounted to much more than presidential tweetstorms," and Trump wouldn't be weeks from impeachment, the Times reports. Yet Giuliani was back in Ukraine last week, still publicly digging for (or trying to will into being) dirt on Democrats. Trump seems on board, but his staunchest allies aren't sure what to make of it. "It's weird that he's over there," Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) told ABC News This Week on Sunday. Rep. Mark…
Chairman of Republicans in Israel: Trump Frustrated with Lack of Government in Israel
Only two days are left for Israel's parliament, the Knesset, to put forward a candidate that will be able to form a government. Otherwise, the Knesset will dissolve itself, prompting another general vote, the third in under a year.
Jury would convict Trump 'in 3 minutes flat,' says key lawmaker
US president has repeatedly blasted the House inquiry as a partisan attack by House Democrats
Tassia collapse building death toll rises to 10 after 4 more bodies found
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9- The death toll from the building that collapsed in Tassia Estate in Embakasi Constituency has risen to 10 after more bodies were - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Police found not negligent in tragic OD death of Metro Vancouver teen
The Independent Investigations Office of B.C. says police officers were not negligent when they were initially unable to locate a Langley teenager as he overdosed from drugs.
Disgusting moment creepy marathon runner gropes female TV reporter live on air
Alexandrea Bozarjian was left lost for words after the runner groped her, but later launched a blistering attack on Twitter
China with Drastic Measures: Removes all Foreign Computer Technology
China has ordered all foreign computer equipment and software to be removed from government departments and public institutions within three years, the Financial Times reported. The government directive will deal a blow to American technology companies companies such as HP, Dell and Microsoft and will try to mirror Washington's attempts to restrict the use of Chinese technology as the war between the nations turns into a technological cold war.
Democrats' December debate lineup could be all white, but diversity isn't only about race
The fact that no black candidate has qualified for the Los Angeles debate is no reflection on a diverse party that made Barack Obama president.
Vistara signs codeshare agreement with Lufthansa
India Business News: Vistara has entered into a codeshare pact with German airline Lufthansa, the sixth such agreement with an international airline as the domestic full s
Johnson ‘looking at’ abolishing BBC licence fee
The Prime Minister said whilst his party are currently “not planning to get rid of all TV licence fees”, he is “certainly looking at it”.
Kenney and cabinet ministers in Ottawa to meet federal counterparts
OTTAWA — Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and eight of his cabinet ministers will be in Ottawa today as part of a trip to meet their federal counterparts. Kenney will speak at the Canadian Club this afternoon and later host a reception.
Gbadamosi seeks repeal of Land Use Act
A real estate developer, Mr Babatunde Gbadamosi, has called for the repeal of Land Use Act to allow for freehold ownership system in all states across the federation.
Mexico rejects US trade deal proposals on steel, aluminum
Mexico's foreign minister said Sunday the country would not accept a US proposal for steel and aluminum production under the new trade deal, saying it would leave Mexico at a disadvantage.
The US raked in a record $7.2 billion in tariffs in October, new data shows
The US government collected a record amount in tariffs in October as a trade dispute between the Trump administration and China escalated. Reven...
Former Tipperary garda station sold at public auction
HUGE INTEREST IN NEW INN BUILDING
Challenge to prison-needle ban postponed to Dec. 17
A court hearing to challenge the federal government's ban on needles for drug-using prisoners has been postponed to next week.
‘Laugh at what is hurting you’: Lebanon cartoonists stir debate
On the edges of a protest in Lebanon’s capital, 24-year-old cartoonist Mohamad Nohad Alameddine bites through sticky tape and plasters one of his political sketches to a side wall. “I haven’t been able to work with newspapers, so instead I come down and stick them up in the street,” says the unemployed artist, who graduated this year with a master’s degree in press cartoons.
'Brexit referendum would be held before Indyref2' suggests Nicola Sturgeon
The First Minister said that she would like to see the 'whole UK get the chance to stop Brexit', but a second referendum on Europe 'could still see Scotland leaving the union'.
Gaetz Slams Dems’ Call for Impeachment Hearing Recess to Talk to Press
Rep. Matt Gaetz slammed Democrats' call for a recess in the middle of the House Judiciary Committee's impeachment inquiry hearing on Monday.
Russia and Ukraine leaders, in first talks, agree to exchange prisoners
PARIS (Reuters) - The leaders of Russia and Ukraine agreed on Tuesday to exchange all remaining prisoners from the conflict in east Ukraine by the end of the year, but left thorny questions about the region’s status for future talks.
Quake hits Florence area, trains temporarily suspended
ROME (Reuters) - An earthquake struck north of Florence on Monday morning, sending people fleeing from their homes, damaging some buildings and causing cancellations or severe delays to trains across Italy.
Police Seize 70 Pounds Of Marijuana From Jet After Death Of Juice Wrld
Cops Say Juice Wrld's private jet was loaded with drugs just before the rap star's shocking death.
New Zealand volcano: Terrified tourists run for cover as eruption kills five
Dramatic footage shows panic on a tour boat where a man repeatedly yells "go inside" as a volcano on New Zealand's White Island erupts and sends a giant ash cloud billowing over the water
Russia, Ukraine leaders agree on cease-fire, prisoner exchange by year's end
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed to a cease-fire Monday, moving the two countries closer to ending a standoff in the Donbas region.
Jharkhand Assembly election | Congress subverted mandate in Karnataka; people taught it a a lesson: PM Modi
PM Modi claimed that the Congress-JMM-RJD alliance in Jharkhand would plunge the State into “instability and uncertainty” if voted to power
Works restart at Forrestania Nickel Operation in Western Australia
Nickel mining firm Western Areas has resumed normal operations at its Forrestania project in Western Australia, following a bush fire incident last week.
Martyr’s family of Assam Movement opposes Citizenship Bill
The family members of the first martyr of the Assam Movement have shown solidarity with the people of Assam and lent support the region-wide movement
Big Hit Entertainment denies 'News Room's claim that BTS sought legal advice regarding profit dispute
BTS is reportedly seeking legal advice against their agency Big Hit Entertainment.According to the December 9 broadcast of JTBC's news program 'News R…
Congress leads protests in LS against Citizenship Bill
Opposition dubs Bill unconstitutional; Govt will get it thru‘ Lower House, going by support it managed at introduction
Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn’s campaign itineraries compared
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Karnataka By-Election Results 2019: Full list of winners from BJP, Congress, JDS
The BJP's good show in 12 seats comes as a morale booster for the party after its setback in Maharashtra.
Madison Refugee Union, Jewish Social Services rally for refugee resettlement
The Madison Refugee Union and Jewish Social Services rallied at the Capitol on Sunday to spread awareness of the refugees resettling in the city.
CAB not against minorities, Congress divided India on religious lines: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha
"Why do we need this Bill today? After Independence, had Congress not done partition on the basis of religion, then today we would have not needed this Bill. Congress did the partition on the basis of religion," Amit Shah said in the Lok Sabha.
Extinction Rebellion activists wearing gas masks block central London road
The protesters, outside Leicester Square Tube station, are demanding the next government tackles air pollution in the capital.
CPI slams Centre, State Government over ‘adamant’ attitude on CAB
The Lakhimpur district council of the Communist Party of India (CPI) once again came down heavily against the BJP-led Union and State
Real Madrid forward Benzema could face trial over sextape allegations Benzema facing possible court date over Valbuena sextape blackmail
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema may be facing a criminal trial after France's highest court of appeal on Monday dismissed his appeal challenging the legality of a blackmail investigation over a sextape featuring fellow footballer Mathieu Valbuena.
DENR wants public, stakeholders to help solve garbage crisis
THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) admitted that the government alone cannot solve the garbage problem and called on stakeholders and the public to join hands in addressing the crisis.
Sowore: Wole Soyinka Centre Suspends Integrity Award For Osinbajo
The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ), on Monday, announced that it is postponing the presentation of an Integrity Award to the Vice President Yemi Osinbajo amidst protests over repression of freedom of speech in the country.
Citizenship Amendment Bill an attempt by govt to distract people from its failures on NRC, economy: Congress
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi said the bill is in violation of many articles of the Constitution and the basic spirit of the Preamble which talks of equality, liberty and fraternity. Claiming that the BJP is "digging a political graveyard" for its NDA allies from northeastern states, Gogoi appealed to those parties to vote with their conscience.
Russia banned from global sports for four years over doping
It has been banned from Olympics 2020 and FIFA world Cup 2022
WADA bans Russia from Olympics for four years for doping
Russia was banned from the Olympics and other major world championships on Monday after sporting officials decided to punish it for tampering with doping-related laboratory data in another blow to Russia's already tarnished sporting reputation. The decision by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), imposed a four-year ban on Russia participating…
Constituency profile: Great Grimsby
A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.
Forecast: Light winds with mostly dry conditions to persist through Wednesday
Light winds will continue through the first half of the week as a front stalls and diminishes near Kauai.
Russia banned from next Olympics and football World Cup
Russia has been accused of choosing “deception and denial” rather than getting its house in order over drugs.
Normandy Four summit: schedule
The schedule does not show a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Guards who were with Juice Wrld when he died arrested on gun charges
They are both due in court later this month.
CHRISTMAS: FRSC deploys 1,700 personnel on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, other Ogun roads
The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) will deploy 1,700 personnel to control traffic on highways across Ogun State during the Christmas festival.
FACT CHECK Trump and GOP Allies Deny Reality to Defend Almost-certain Impeachment
Trump misleads in suggesting that Ukraine's Zelenskiy didn’t have any concerns about the call. Nor was the call 'transcribed perfectly;' only a rough transcript was released by the White House
Russian forces enter former Islamic State stronghold in Syria after U.S. pullback
Russian forces have entered Raqqa, the former de facto capital of the Islamic State caliphate, in one of the starkest examples yet of how Moscow has filled the vacuum created by President Donald Trump's decision to pull U.S. forces from northern Syria. Russian troops were shown in footage on the
SC Partially Lifts Ban on Construction Activities in Delhi-NCR
The SC had previously deferred lifting the ban, requested by the Centre, slamming the authorities for failing to curb the pollution that had caused a near medical emergency in the capital city.
Arbroath FC project to stop litter going in North Sea nets environmental award
Arbroath FC added praise for their off-the-pitch environmental efforts to another point bagged in the club’s on-the-park Championship campaign on a wet winter weekend at Gayfield.
Trump a 'clear and present danger,' says Democratic investigator in impeachment hearing
President Trump's efforts to get Ukraine to investigate former Vice President Joe Biden was meant to interfere in next year's election and "is a clear and present danger" to fair elections and U.S.
Iranian Lawmaker Denounces 'Tyranny,' 'Privileges' Of Officials
An outspoken Iranian female lawmaker says "tyranny," as well as "parallel" state institutions and centers of power, are destroying the "republican" element of the country’s political system.
Incredible picture shows lion cub letting out its first roar
A wildlife photographer has captured the moment a lion cub bellowed its first roar, reminiscent of a famous scene in the Disney movie "The Lion King."
Man and woman arrested in connection with murder of man in Leixlip last year
A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with the murder of a man in Co Kildare over a ...
Tributes paid to 'real gentleman' found dead in Aberdeen
Alan Geddes, 56, was found dead in Ruthrieson Crescent just after 5.30am on Saturday.
Russia's four-year ban from all major sporting events branded as 'not enough' by WADA vice-president
Russia has been banned from the 2020 Olympics and the 2022 football World Cup.
Will govt seek a middle path via an independent review panel?
Six months after the launch of the extradition bill-related protest movement, Hong Kong continues to grapple with large-scale street demonstrations and elevated public anger toward the establishment. Although there have been mounting calls within society for an independent commission of inquiry (COI) into all the recent events, the government has continued to dig in its…
Executions ahead? Buxar jail told to make 10 ropes
Buxar Central jail has been supplying ropes to different jails throughout the country since 1930.
China claims all Uighur Muslims have happily 'graduated' from its oppressive prison camp system, despite widespread reports that at least 1 million are detained
Xinjiang governor Shohrat Zakir claimed that everyone had "graduated" from "vocational training camps," found employment, and are leading happy lives.
Manipur to be included in Inner Line Permit system to gain ‘exemption’ from Citizenship Bill
The state government ordered offices to celebrate by putting up pictures of Narendra Modi and Amit Shah.
Man Bags Jail Term For Stealing Boxers
For stealing boxers, a 24-year-old man, Tobechukwu Anyanwu has been sentenced to two years imprisonment by a Magistrate Court in Isolo, Lagos.
US confirms visit by Russian foreign minister
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will welcome his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday -- the Russian's first visit to Washington since a controversial 2017 meeting with US President Donald
House GOP Lawyer’s ‘Straw Man’ Argument: Impeaching the President Over ‘8 Lines’ Is ‘Baloney’
Steve Castor, who you may remember from the House Intelligence Committee phase of the impeachment inquiry, appeared before the House Judiciary Committee on Monday to present the case as to why the president should not be impeached. Castor argued during his opening statement that it would be “baloney” to impeach President Donald Trump over “eight lines” in the non-verbatim memo of Trump’s infamous July 25 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Meizu is launching something on December 13 related to OMA - Gizmochina
Meizu, the Chinese smartphone brand, has been teasing its new products with puzzles since quite some time. Most of the times, netizens have been able to guess what product or feature the company is teasing. Today, the company has shared a new teaser image with words “OMA” written over the poster. It also confirms that …
Broad participation of Turkish auto parts suppliers in major Shanghai fair
Turkey, along with Taiwan and Germany, saw the highest turnout at the 15th Automechanika Shanghai, which brought together the world's leading auto parts...
Eleventh hour plea for soldiers who fired shots at Ballymurphy to come forward
The call was made during closing submissions at inquests into the disputed shootings of 10 people in west Belfast in August 1971.
North Korea opens mountain spa, ski resort amid tourism drive
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un opened a new mountain spa and ski resort that's intended for people to enjoy 'high civilization under socialism' in another...
Graft trial for Syrian President Assad’s uncle opens in Paris
Brussels: European Union foreign ministers debated Monday how to respond to a controversial agreement between Turkey and Libya that could give Turkey access to a contested economic zone across the Mediterranean Sea. The maritime border deal, endorsed by the Turkish parliament last week, has fueled tensions in Turkey’s long-running dispute with Greece, Cyprus and Egypt over oil
Supreme Court leaves Kentucky’s ultrasound law in place
The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions
Judiciary Hearing Sets Stage For Trump Impeachment Charges
Chairman Jerrold Nadler expects the committee to vote soon, possibly this week, on at least two or more charges against the Republican president.
14 CBI cases against 18 serving, ex-legislators
Serving and former MLAs, MPs face probe
Israeli Election to Be Held March 2 if Knesset Dissolves, Netanyahu, Gantz Agree
New date is eight days earlier than the original - March 10 - and alters a tradition enshrined in law, which stipulates that elections in Israel be held on Tuesday
Sonko Suffered Chest Complications, Rib Fractures During Arrest – Lawyer
Nairobi governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko developed serious chest complications after his dramatic arrest on Friday, his lawyer told the court on Monday.Appearing before the anti-corruption court in Nairo
Grandson of late President Bush runs for Congress in Texas
Pierce Bush, a grandson of former President George H.W. Bush, launched a Texas congressional run on Monday and aligned himself with President Donald Trump, who his late grandfather blasted as a “blowhard" and voted against in the 2016 campaign. In an interview with The Associated Press, he pushed
Rep. Sewell’s Voting Rights Bill Passes the House
The House of Representatives last week passed a bill, introduced by U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL), meant to restore the Voting Rights Act of 1965 that would make it more difficult for states to discriminate against voters of color.
Lynas says investing in new plant to extract low-level radiation before shipping ore here
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Lynas Corporation Ltd said today it will open a new cracking and leaching plant in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia to extract low-level radioactivity from materials to be shipped to Malaysia for final treatment. The Australia-based rare earth miner said it has signed an option...
Yediyurappa-led BJP govt. safe in Karnataka as party sets to win 12 out of 15 bypoll seats
While the Congress managed to win two seats, the Janata Dal (Secular) drew a complete blank
Kidnappers kill four on Abuja highway - The Nation Newspaper
Kidnappers fleeing a clampdown by men of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command shot and killed four persons along...
Fake news probe in Brazil exposes "Office of Hate" within government
Access will be requested to computers that were allegedly used to spread misinformation with taxpayer money.
Negative campaign did me in, says Vishwanath
He cites ‘shifting’ of JD(S) votes to Cong. as another reason
EFCC secures 84 convictions in Edo - The Nation Newspaper
The Benin Zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it has secured 84 convictions from January...
India needs support from advanced nations to fight climate change: Govt
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a global Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) at the United Nations (UN) Climate Action Summit 2019 held in New York on September 23.
Malaysia Vaccinating for Polio After First Case in 27 Years
Malaysia began a vaccination campaign in a rural town on Borneo island after a 3-month-old boy was confirmed to have polio in the country's first case of the highly infectious virus in 27 years.
U.S.-Taliban talks resume, raising prospect of an end to America's longest war
A Western official told NBC News that Washington had "ambitious timelines" for the talks and was pushing to secure a deal by the end of December.
Tulsi Gabbard Shares “Imagine” Cover On Anniversary Of John Lennon’s Death
Move over, Mayor Pete! There's a new Democratic presidential challenger in the music game. Sunday marked 39 years since John Lennon's death. To commemorate the anniversary, Tulsi Gabbard — the 38-year-old veteran and Congressperson from Hawaii, who has been a contentious presence in the Democratic primary campaign, most famously when Hillary Clinton accused her of being a Russian asset, — posted footage of herself and husband Abraham Williams singing Lennon's signature song, "Imagine." Gabbard's version of the famous piano ballad recasts it as a ukulele lope. Musically it's nothing special, but it's still very interesting to see an American presidential candidate singing a song about abolishing all borders, to say nothing of the first practicing Hindu in Congress extolling the virtues of a religion-free secular humanist utopia. You can watch it below. Imagine. #johnlennon #imagine #beatles @johnlennon pic.twitter.com/yEoTy8vA6Q— Tulsi Gabbard (@TulsiGabbard) December 8, 2019
Four rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport
BAGHDAD — Four Katyusha rockets hit a military base near Baghdad International Airport early on Monday, wounding at least six soldiers, Iraqi security officials said. It was the latest incident in a series of rocket attacks in recent weeks. Iraqi security forces discovered a rocket launcher and some defused rockets nearby after searching the area …
BS Yediyurappa celebrates with son as trends show BJP leading in K'taka by-polls
Earlier Yediyurappa had confidently said that BJP will win at least 13 seats and the government will be 'safeguarded'.
No corrupt individual will be allowed in my cabinet — Wike
The Governor of Rivers State, Chief Nyesom Wike, has stated that no corrupt individual would have a position in his cabinet, restating the state govt...
WATCH- Asaduddin Owaisi tears Citizenship Amendment Bill in parliament
AIMIM President and MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday caused quite a flutter inside the parliament after he tore a copy of the Citizenship Amendment Bill.
Three Brits missing feared dead on New Zealand volcano
The huge eruption on White Island New Zealand, struck at 2.11pm local time, with more than 20 people still unaccounted for.
Cheney warns disengagement in Mideast benefits Iran, Russia
Cheney’s backing of a muscular military response in the Mideast starkly contrasts Trump’s promises to pull America from what he calls the Mideast’s “blood-stained sands.”
Army fires US precision guided Excalibur rounds for first time using M777 howitzers
The firing of the Excalibur rounds took place as part of the armys training procedure. A precision guided kit was also tested.
Alleged fraud: I’ll not shield my aides from prosecution – Ortom
Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, said on Monday he would not shield any of his appointees accused of corruption from investigation and prosecution.
Italy investigates Maltese prof implicated in Russia probe
ROME (AP) - Prosecutors in Sicily are investigating suspected embezzlement by a mysterious Maltese academic who has been linked to a U.S. probe of hacked emails.
WADA bans Russia from Olympics for four years over doping
The World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday banned Russia from global sporting events including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics after accusing Moscow of falsifying data from an anti-doping laboratory.
2 Turkish Soldiers Killed while Defusing Bomb
At least two Turkish soldiers were killed and seven others were wounded on Monday while attempting to defuse an improvised explosive device, officials said. The device exploded in a village near the town of Idil, in the mainly-Kurdish populated Sirna
Inspector general: Start of Russia probe was justified, unbiased but investigation had errors
Inspector general Michael E. Horowitz found that the FBI properly opened its investigation into Russian election interference but said there were some major errors in how the agency conducted the probe.
Federal govt's refusal to provide clean needles in prison to be challenged today
An Ontario court is set to hear today a constitutional challenge to the federal ban on needles for drug-using prisoners.
Unless Honda provide a good engine it won't be enough for Verstappen next season
Honda proved many critics wrong in 2019, but Jacques Villeneuve has been critical of their engine power. The Canadian believes Honda will lose power if they try to make their engines last more than seven races.
Brexit civil war will not be over by Christmas
The trench fighting has only begun.
Hunsur win: Siddaramaiah's clout works only in Mysuru
The victory of Congress candidate HP Manjunath in the bypoll in the Hunsur Assembly constituency emerged as the victory of ex-chief minister Siddaramaiah. However, this lone victory for the Congress
Village Love Triangle Turns Fatal After Jealous Man Kills Lover’s Other Boyfriend
A love triangle involving three villagers turned fatal after one of the men killed his rival. He also severely battered the woman at the centre of the
Trump, Dems in tentative deal on North American trade pact
The new trade pact would replace the 25-year-old North American Free Trade Agreement, which eliminated most tariffs and other trade barriers involving the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Hong Kong protest arrests surges past 6,000, say police
Police said they have also fired 10,000 rubber baton rounds during the six months of protests and that 493 officers have been injured.
WESG 2019-2020 Asia Pacific to be held in Malaysia on January 3-5
PETALING JAYA, Dec 9 — A total of 260 athletes from 58 countries will be converging in Malaysia for one of the world’s biggest e-Sports events, the World Electronic Sports Games (WESG) 2019-2020 Asia Pacific Final, which will be held from January 3-5 at the Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre...
Yoga, holistic therapy sessions and posture workshops offered to States police to improve wellbeing
YOGA, holistic therapy sessions and ‘posture’ workshops have all been offered to police officers and staff as part of a drive to improve wellbeing.
Woman set on fire by neighbour in Bihar after failed rape bid
According to the complaint, the woman was alone at home on Saturday, when the accused, who lived close by, sneaked into her house and tried to rape her.
Sonko Speaks on Appointment of Deputy Governor
Speaking to Kenyans.co.ke through his Director of Communications, Sonko explained...
FG planning to charge Sowore with terrorism, says Falana
Femi Falana, human rights lawyer, says the federal government is planning to charge Omoyele Sowore, convener of the #RevolutionNow movement, with terrorism.
Asaduddin Owaisi alleges citizenship bill seeks to make Muslims stateless, rips copy of proposed law in Lok Sabha
The is an insult to India's freedom fighters, Owaisi retorted, accusing the BJP-led government of working to marginalise Muslims in the country.
Police get three days’ custody of gang-rape accused
The All Women Police Station (West) on Monday got three days custody of P. Manikandan, 30, suspected to be the main accused in the gang-rape of a class XI girl in Coimbatore. The Mahila Court-cum-Spec
Iran Accuses Israel of Nuclear Missile Test Aimed at Islamic Republic
The Arrow 3 is an exoatmospheric hypersonic anti-ballistic missile, jointly funded, developed and produced by Israel and the United States.
'Panipat': Post protests, Jaipur theatres stop screening Arjun Kapoor and Kriti Sanon starrer
Several theatres here stopped screening Ashutosh Gowariker's 'Panipat' on Monday, amid criticism by Jat groups over the film's portrayal of Bharatpur'
Wisconsin Guard leader to make changes after assault probe
The head of the Wisconsin National Guard says all recommendations made following an investigation into multiple reports of sexual assault and harassment will be implemented.
Banana, duct tape add up to $150,000 at Art Basel Miami
MIAMI - 3D-printed cocktails, a traffic jam sculpture made of hundreds of tons of sand and more celebrity sightings than a Kardashian Christmas party were a
Impeachment hearings continue with House committee — LIVESTREAM
The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against President Donald Trump Monday as Democrats prepare formal charges against him.
UK government to skip EU summit
Boris Johnson won’t attend or send a representative in his place.
Boris Johnson says he will stop immigrants from treating Britain ‘as their own country’
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has vowed to stop European Union migrants from treating Britain “as their own country” if he wins this week’s general election.
U.S. General: Space Is Where Russia and China Are Most Dangerous
The greatest threat that Russia and China pose to the United States is in space, Gen. David Goldfein, the U.S. Air Force’s chief of staff, said at an event in California in early December 2019.
Russia, Ukraine leaders Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelensky meet for 1st time
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet face-to-face Monday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for the first time, as the leaders hope to end a long standoff in the Donbas region.
Borrell urges EU to be foreign policy ‘player, not the playground’
In letter to ministers, new chief diplomat sets out his plans.
Jharkhand polls: CRPF unit alleges ‘animal-like treatment’, claims given drinking water from water cannon
An assistant commandant-rank company commander of 222nd battalion of CRPF has complained to state authorities and his headquarters in Delhi.
Godzilla Vs. Kong Leak Shows the Iconic Giants Fighting
A still from Warner Bros.' Godzilla vs. Kong that was leaked online shows the two giant monsters engaged in an epic battle.
Wrong way driver injures six on A1
Six people, including two children, were injured in road accidents on Sunday on Portugal’s main A1 motorway, near Condeixa, in the district of Coimbra, caused by a driver going the wrong way, the country’s National Republican Guard (GNR) force source told Lusa.
12 Seats to Watch: The Results to Keep an Eye Out for On UK General Election Night
On 12 December voters in the UK will go to the polls as Prime Minister Boris Johnson seeks a decisive victory which would allow him to push ahead with his Brexit deal. Sputnik has picked a dozen of the 650 constituencies to highlight some of the trends to look out for.
Russia banned from 2020 Olympics, 2022 Soccer World Cup
The World Anti-Doping Agency has banned Russia from global sporting events including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.
Sexual Battery investigation underway in North Port
North Port Police are conducting an investigation into a reported sexual battery on Tamiami Trail near Pan American Boulevard
Journalists will be safe under the next NDC government – John Mahama assures
Former President John Dramani Mahama has marked the 2019 International Anti-corruption Day (which is today December 9, 2019) with an assurance that journalists will be safe thus none will be killed, live in fear or flee the country because of their investigative reporting on corruption. “We shall protect the rights of our people to expose corruption and undertake to investigate credible allegations that come to our attention. No journalist will be killed, live in fear or flee the country because of their investigative reporting,” a press statement to mark the day read in part. In the press statement signed on his behalf by his special aide, Joyce Mogtari, the former President Mahama further noted that the fight against corruption requires genuine and collective efforts, especially from political leadership, and the NDC has demonstrated that in the past when it governed and will continue the fight in future when it forms the government. “Fighting corruption requires genuine and collective efforts, particularly…
23 Enforcement Orders issued on Irish food businesses last month
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland today reported that during the month of November, 21 Closure Orders, and 2 Prohibition Orders were served on food busine...
Russia to miss Olympics after WADA ban
Russian government officials will also be barred from attending any major events
Uber driver caught watching porn on the Motorway by police
The driver was caught on the hard shoulder
Sonko no-show in Voi
Sources at the Voi court also said they were expecting Sonko to appear and face charges
Ex-Kyrgyz President Atambaev To Face Psychiatric Examination
A psychiatric examination has been ordered for arrested former Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambaev, the Interior Ministry says.
Temperatures set to soar into 40s in NSW heatwave
Firefighters are trying to contain dozens of bushfires across NSW before temperatures soar later this week.
Walmart Canada issues apology for sweater depicting Santa Claus with apparent drug reference
This ugly Christmas sweater did not go over well at Walmart.
Police to file SLP on death sentence for child rapist
Warangal Police Commissioner V. Ravinder on Monday stated that they would file a Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court on reducing the death sentence of Polepaka Praveen (26), who was convicted
Raila: Leave 2022 poll talk out of BBI
He says the top priority for him and Uhuru is to cure electoral anxiety.
Supreme Court allows Kentucky abortion ultrasound law to take effect
The Supreme Court won't hear an appeal over a Kentucky law that forces health providers to show pregnant women ultrasounds of their fetuses before having abortions.
Policeman to stand trial for murder over Dalian Atkinson death
A police officer from Shrewsbury accused of murdering former Aston Villa star Dalian Atkinson will stand trial in September next year alongside a colleague who denies assaulting the ex-footballer.
U.S. Supreme Court rejects Arizona opioid case against Purdue, Sackler family
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday turned away a novel case by Arizona seeking to recover billions of dollars that the state has said that members of the Sackler family - owners of Purdue Pharma LP - funneled out of the OxyContin maker before the company filed for bankruptcy in September. The justices
Gold clings to modest gains above $1460 level, lacks follow-through
Gold edged higher on the first day of a new trading week and recovered a part of Friday's post-NFP slide to multi-day lows. The latest US monthly jobs
CBS’ harassment and misogyny allegations extend to local stations, report says
CBS parted ways with ex-CEO Les Moonves amid sexual misconduct claims over a year ago but the network’s local affiliates continue to face allegations of past harassment and misogyny, according to a new report.
GOP counsel says both Ukraine, Russia interfered in 2016 U.S. elections
GOP counsel Stephen Castor on Monday said both Russia and Ukraine interfered in the 2016 U.S. elections in his testimony before the House Judiciary Committee.
Sri Lanka shakes up intelligence agency after Easter attacks
COLOMBO, Dec 9 — Sri Lanka has for the first time named a military officer to head the country’s main intelligence agency, which was blamed for failing to prevent Islamist extremist bombings in April that killed 259 people. The head of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) was replaced by...
Jury sworn in for trial of man accused of murdering infant son
Yusif Ali Abdi charged with killing Nathan Baraka Andrew Ali in Clane 18 years ago
Singapore authority revokes Inter-Pacific Petroleum’s bunker supplier licence
SINGAPORE, Dec 9 — The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has revoked the bunker supplier licence of Inter-Pacific Petroleum Pte Ltd effective today. In a statement here, MPA said Inter-Pacific would cease to operate as a bunker supplier in the Port of Singapore. According to the...
Vatican Bishop: ‘China Trusts Pope Francis’
A top Vatican bishop has confirmed Pope Francis’ wish to visit Beijing and establish formal diplomatic ties with the country.
Family of Perth man informed as body recovered from River Tay near town
A body has been recovered from the River Tay near a Fife town.
Sweden charges former China envoy over Gin Minhai meetings
Swedish prosecutors suspect Anna Lindstedt of organising a meeting in January between Gui’s daughter, China's ambassador and two businessmen about the possible release of her father, a dissident bookseller who is current imprisoned.
'Absolute tragedy' - one women dead and another hospitalised after swimmers got into difficulty off Antrim beach
A WOMAN has died and another is in hospital after a group of swimmers got into difficulty off Ballycastle beach, Co Antrim this morning.
Contempt: IGP, Kyari appeal against order, apply for stay of execution
The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, and a Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Intelligence Response Team, Abba Kyari, on
Kidnap suspect commits suicide in Dhaka
Police have recovered the body of a kidnap suspect from a house in Dhaka’s Sutrapur area.
Body pulled from water in Dalmuir Park near Clydebank as Cops lock down area
THE body of a man has been found in Dalmuir Park. Police have confirmed that the body was found in water in the Clydebank park this morning. A spokesperson from the cops said: “Police Scotlan…
Eleventh hour plea for soldiers who fired shots at Ballymurphy to come forward
The call was made during closing submissions at inquests into the disputed shootings of 10 people in west Belfast in August 1971.
US Supreme Court leaves in place Kentucky abortion restriction
The United States Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky restriction requiring doctors to show and describe ultrasound images to women seeking an abortion, turning away a challenge arguing that the measure violates the free speech rights of physicians.
Brexit? New referendum? What's at stake in UK vote
Britain is voting in a crucial general election that will determine whether the country leaves the European Union next month or sets out a path to potentially reverse Brexit.
At least 5 dead after a New Zealand volcano erupted unexpectedly, sending ash plumes 12,000 feet into the air
New Zealand Police said the site is too dangerous to attempt to rescue anybody. The volcano could erupt again.
Biden blames staff, says nobody ‘warned’ him son’s Ukraine job could raise conflict
Former Vice President Joe Biden claimed in a new interview that when his son Hunter was a board member of Ukrainian energy company Burisma Holdings while he was in office, no one informed him that it could pose a problem.
Rohingya refugees demand justice for Myanmar genocide at ICJ
Rohingya genocide hearings at the International Court of Justice start at The Hague as human rights campaigners call for a global boycott of Myanmar to stop violence against the Muslim minority group
Australia's climate plan earns no credit
If the federal government gets its way on tackling carbon emissions, this will send a very bad signal to other countries that are already trying to twist the rules.
Russia plans to set up Arctic air defence 'dome' with S-400 missiles
Russia plans to establish an air defence "dome" across its polar region by arming all of its Northern Fleet's Arctic divisions with S-400 missile batteries, a Russian naval commander said on Monday. Russia has been stepping up its military presence in the Arctic, building new infrastructure
North Korea Resumes Insults of 'Erratic Old Man' Trump
Kim Jong Un has warned he may take a 'new path' if the United States fails to address his demands
Afghan MPs Approve Law on Protection of Children
Afghan MPs have approved the Law on Protection of Child Rights--the Child Protection Act--on Monday after years of wrangling over the legal age of boys and girls.
Abe granted brief respite as scandal-hit extraordinary Diet session draws to a close
During the course of the session two ministers resigned, a plan for reforming college English-language tests was withdrawn and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was accused of breaching election campaign laws.
Gun gang nicked by armed cops at Glasgow Forge with fake money and Royal Mail and council disguises jailed for 18 years
MEMBERS of a gang which was planning a major crime in Glasgow involving guns and Royal Mail uniforms were today jailed for a total of 18 years and three months. Ezekial Aremu and Cade Johnson were …
Cherry blossoms prompt full-blown scandal for Japan's PM
Tokyo, It might be the most Japanese of political scandals: a furore over Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's guest list at a party to mark the annual cherry blossom season.
How we fast-tracked Kalu's, others' trials, by Justice Bulkachuwa
The President of the Court of Appeal (PCA), Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa has given hints on how the Judiciary was working to eradicate delay...
Dalian Atkinson death: Two police officers appear in court and will stand trial
Benjamin Monk is accused of the murder of the former Manchester City star and Mary Ellen Bettley-Smith denies assault
Hall of Famer Stevens: 'It's time for a revolution to save our sport'
Horse Racing news: Hall of Famer Stevens: 'It's time for a revolution to save our sport'.
Trump accused of anti-Semitism after saying Jewish Americans will vote for him so they can avoid a wealth tax, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "You're brutal killers," President Donald Trump told those in real estate. "Not nice people at all, but you have to vote for me you have no choice.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Scotland ‘only part of the UK’ where Brexit not the defining issue of GE2019
North of the border campaigning has been dominated by talk of a second Scottish independence vote.
Thai cops' high suicide rates prompt reforms
SHOCKING statistics have revealed a high rate of suicide among the police in Thailand.
Couple conned in 'bargain' television scam at M6 services car park
Embarrassed pair said the man claimed to be a delivery driver from a discount store and the TV was well-packed and looked to be the real deal
Tamil Nadu village auctions panchayat seats to raise money for temple
It seems like the people of Nadukuppam village panchayat have decided to raise money for social welfare and other development works by auctioning off the panchayat posts, instead of electing their leaders.
Nairobi Governor Sonko to face accuser in court
Sonko was convicted in 1998 and sentenced to a six-month jail term or a Sh200,000 fine.
Davy Russell hoping for weekend return after illness
Davy Russell hopes to return to the saddle this weekend after falling ill at Punchestown on Sunday.
Haniyeh Arrives in Turkey on 1st Leg of Long Tour
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh arrived in Turkey on Sunday as part of a tour abroad, his first since assuming power in May 2017. Haniyeh heads a large delegation including the deputy chief of the Hamas politburo, Saleh Arouri, head of Hamas Diaspora Off
Vietnam CEO reveals that work for the race is 80% complete
The 2019 season may have only just come to its conclusion, but preparations for the 2020 edition are still going on. The CEO of the new Vietnam Grand Prix has revealed that 80% of the work is done.
Santa Barbara Featured in Climate Change Article
Santa Barbara has been featured in a Washington Post article covering climate change in California.
Political parties deplore government’s decision to hike APSRTC bus fare
Activists of BJP and TDP stage protests in Kurnool and Chittoor, terming the move ‘anti-poor’
Mexico recalls Argentina ambassador for alleged book theft
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexico recalled its ambassador to Argentina after a video surfaced suggesting he may have tried to steal a book from a Buenos Aires bookstore.
Anti-discrimination groups want joint response after weekend of homophobic, racist incidents
Premier League clubs reacted strongly in the wake of alleged incidents of homophobic and racist abuse.
Five dead, tourists stranded as New Zealand volcano erupts
Around 50 people, including cruise passengers and foreigners, were believed to be on or around White Island at the time it erupted. Police said 23 have come back.
Weather forecaster predicts travel problems as wind and rain warning for Ayrshire is issued
The warning comes after a weekend of heavy rain.
Why I'm proposing amendments to Electoral Act - Omo-Agege
Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege on Monday, said he had introduced a bill for comprehensive amendment of the Electoral Act No. 6 of 2010.
Samsung executives guilty of destroying evidence in fraud case
Three employees jailed for up to two years in case linked to $3.9bn accounting fraud
A new video game about the 2020 election lets you fight as Donald Trump, Andrew Yang, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, or Cory Booker, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "Yang2020 Path To Presidency" will let players fight as Andrew Yang, Donald Trump, and more of the 2020 presidential candidates.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
What do the leading parties think will swing your vote online?
Polling day looms and the political parties are stepping up their online campaigns to encourage as many voters to back them on Thursday. What is fascinating about this campaign is that parties have followed very different campaigns online, some staying consistent throughout while others shifted on a daily or weekly basis. But, at this late stage, it is fairly safe to assume that the parties have finalised their online strategies. So what do the leading parties think will swing your vote online?
Flood alert in force from Lowestoft to Bawdsey
A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency along parts of the Suffolk coast this evening.
NZD/USD consolidates last week's gains, trades above mid-0.65s
The NZD/USD pair registered one of its largest weekly percentage gains last week as it added more than 140 pips to close at 0.6563. However, with inve
Woman set on fire in Bihar after failed rape bid
A young woman was allegedly set on fire by a neighbour after she resisted his attempt to rape her, a police officer said here on Monday.
The Asset Allocator: The UK's Lose-Lose Elections (Podcast)
The British pound hit a 31-month high against the euro last week, presumably because the Conservatives maintain a healthy lead over Labour in this week’s elections.It’s understandable why investors do
North Korea opens mountain spa, ski resort in tourism push
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un opened a new mountain spa and ski resort that's intended for people to enjoy "high civilization under socialism" in another example of the country using tourism exemptions in sanctions to build revenue for its broken economy.
Two more cheated in QR code scam
More cases of people losing money after falling prey to QR code scamsters are coming to light. Two city-based software engineers were allegedly cheated of ₹1.17 lakh in separate incidents when they we
Russia doping whistleblower welcomes ban, urges review of Olympic results
The former head of Russia's anti-doping agency, who fled Moscow after turning whistleblower, on Monday welcomed a four-year ban from major sporting events imposed on his country.
Man suffers 'serious and possible life changing injuries' in Dublin collision
Gardaí said the emergency services attended the scene of a two-car collision on the Corballis Rd at around 6.40am this morning.
Paris summit seeks resolution to Ukraine war
A series of meetings are being held at the Elysee presidential palace to try to revive a 2015 peace deal that has been largely ignored.
Over 6000 arrests in Hong Kong protests, 16,000 tear gas rounds fired
Police also arrested 12 people on Monday suspected of preparing gasoline bombs
Disabled man dies in Franklin Parish fire
Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal fire in Franklin Parish.
English judges deciding Scottish divorce cases is “recipe for chaos”, Supreme Court hears
English judges deciding Scottish divorce cases is a “recipe for chaos”, the Supreme Court has heard in a landmark case between an aristocrat and his estranged wife.
That impeachment hearing protester was actually an InfoWars reporter and Pizzagate conspiracy theorist
It took a few weeks, but the impeachment hearings finally saw their first protester. House Judiciary Committee Chair Jarrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) had just gaveled a hearing on the findings of the Intelligence Committee's impeachment investigation into order when a protester silenced his opening statement. "Jerry Nadler and the Democrat party are committing treason in this country," the protester alleged, going on to claim that "Trump is innocent!" as he was pulled out of the room. NEW: Pro-Trump protester disrupts impeachment hearing, is escorted out by Capitol Police: pic.twitter.com/vuEFv7BVHB — Frank Thorp V (@frankthorp) December 9, 2019 The protester's shouts to Nadler about how "Americans are sick of your impeachment scam!" was especially ironic given that he turned out to be Owen Shroyer, a known conspiracy theorist. Shroyer works for the right-wing program InfoWars, and is known for pushing the Pizzagate conspiracy that led a man to open fire in a Washington, D.C. pizzeria because he thought it was the center…
Maldives keen to disentangle from China's debt trap: Nasheed to Venkaiah
The former president of Maldives said his country, amidst claims of huge investment by Beijing, is undertaking an assessment of assets created through debt funding from China.
South Korea jails three Samsung Electronics executives over evidence destroyed in probe of alleged fraud
A South Korean court on Monday jailed three executives of Samsung Electronics for their role in a plot that included burying computers under factory floors at its biotech affiliate, in an investigation of alleged accounting fraud. Prosecutors began investigating the suspected fraud at Samsung Biologics
Australia braces for more fires as extreme temperatures predicted
Thousands of firefighters were fortifying containment lines on Monday as temperatures were forecast to soar, increasing the danger of a fresh wave ...
Iraqis rally against government as Baghdad summons Western envoys
Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died.
Two away fans arrested following homophobic abuse at Brighton's loss to Wolves
Brighton have announced that two visiting supporters were arrested on suspicion of homophobic abuse during Sunday's match with Wolves at the Amex Stadium.
PHOTOS: German invites Nelson Chamisa
MDC leader Nelson Chamisa is currently in German attending a conference organised by the Germany Social Democratic Party."So honoured to be in Germany, Be...
Delhi BJP sets up panel to probe Anaj Mandi fire, exchange barbs with AAP
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced Rs 10 lakh for the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured in the incident.
U.K.: The Page Has Turned
Elections are providing outlet for Brexit uncertainty.GDP forecasted to grow and stabilise.UK has fiscal space for mitigating negative Brexit outcomes.
Mount Trenchard direct provision centre must close, says Limerick charity
Residents of Foynes centre living in ‘the most challenging’ asylum conditions in Ireland
Bayonetta and Vanquish bundle launches in February 2020 (update)
Last night, we reported that a remastered version of Vanquish was spotted on the Microsoft Store. Well, this was just part of the story. We now know that the elusive Bayonetta and Vanquish bundle exists.
WADA sanctions are inappropriate and excessive: Russian Olympic Committee
MOSCOW (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) sanctions against Russia are inappropriate and excessive, the president of Russia’s Olympic Committee Stanislav Pozdnyakov said on Monday after WADA banned the country from all major sporting events for four years.
Did PM raise persecution issue with Hasina, asks Congress
Bill is a bid to divert attention from NRC failure: MP
Boris Johnson snatched a reporter's phone when he tried to show him a photo of a 4-year-old boy forced to lie on a hospital floor
Prime Minister Boris Johnson was urged by the reporter to look at a picture of a boy who had been left to lie on a pile of coats on a hospital floor.
Five arrested in Riau as authorities seize four Sumatran tiger fetuses in jar, dried skin
Authorities have arrested five suspected poachers and traders targeting Sumatran tigers, confiscating four fetuses of the endangered species and tiger skin during raids in Riau over the weekend.
Labor Union President Confirms Trump and House Democrats Have Reached Deal on USMCA: Report
The president of the largest federation of unions in the country said Monday that the Trump administration and House Democrats had reached a deal on President Trump’s landmark USMCA trade deal after months of negotiation.AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, who represents a key party in negotiations, told
House Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges
Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes on Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.
Ethiopia’s Peace Prize Challenge
As Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed collects this year’s Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, his country is at a crossroads. In one direction lies a democratic transition, via a successful general election scheduled for May 2020. The other path would lead the country to instability, ethnic violence, and possibly a return to repressive authoritarianism. For the last decade, Ethiopia has experienced strong, broad-based economic growth. The government has built on those gains, investing in infrastructure development and expanding social services, such as health care and education. Moreover, since April 2018, when Ahmed peacefully took power following the unexpected resignation of his predecessor, the government has been restoring political and economic freedoms. Ahmed lifted the country’s state of emergency, ordered the release of thousands of political prisoners, allowed exiled dissidents to return, removed bans on political parties, and unblocked previously censored media.
First Polio Case in Malaysia in 27 Years
Malaysia registered the first case of polio in 27 years, the France Press reported, citing the Malaysian Ministry of Health. A three-month-old baby, originally from the city of Tuaran in Malaysia's Sabah state on Borneo island, was admitted to a hospital with symptoms of fever and muscle weakness on Friday, the ministry said.
General Election not just about Brexit, says Scottish Labour leader
Richard Leonard has urged voters to also consider issues such as investment in public services.
U.S. Supreme Court Leaves In Place Kentucky Abortion Restriction
The state law requires that doctors show and describe ultrasound images to women seeking abortions.
Screams and goodbyes as scores die in devastating India factory fire
At least 43 people were killed Sunday in a devastating fire that ripped through a bag factory in the congested old quarter of the Indian capital New Delhi, with survivors describing the screams of workers trapped inside.
New chief EU diplomat urged to review Palestine stance
BRUSSELS, Dec 9 — Luxembourg’s veteran foreign minister has written to the new head of European Union foreign policy to urge a debate on recognising Palestinian statehood. In a note to Josep Borrell, who took office last week as Brussels’ chief diplomat, Jean Asselborn said a discussion could...
An impressive BJP and a hopelessly divided Congress: Analysing the Karnataka by-poll
However the fact here is that the Congress has yet proven that in Karnataka no one defeats the party, but it ends up defeating itself.
BMA Wealth investors stage protests, demand Karvy-like refund action
Investors said while Sebi acted swiftly in the case of Karvy, it has done nothing to address their problem
Karnataka Bypolls: BJP Registers Thumping Victory by Winning 12 Out of 15 Seats, Congress Bags 2
The BJP government led by B. S. Yediyurappa is set to retain power, after winning 12 of the 15 seats, and complete three-and-a-half-years of his term.
Protest and boycotts as Austrian author accused of supporting Milosevic to receive Nobel prize
Protesters from the Balkans and worldwide are expected to descend on Stockholm today as the Nobel Prize for Literature is handed to an Austrian author accused of supporting the genocidal Serbian regime of Slobodan Milosevic.
Hong Kong: 800,000 Take to Streets Against China in Peaceful Protest
Nearly a million Hong Kong residents flooded the streets, demanding safeguards for their democracy against the Communist Party of China.
Paris Saint-Germain's Herrera cleared of match-fixing accusations
Paris Saint-Germain's Ander Herrera has been cleared of corruption after a match-fixing investigation into a LaLiga match in 2011.
UPDATE: Five dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano | IOL News
A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like ...
Elizabeth Warren reveals she earned $2 million from 30 years of private legal work as she feuds with Pete Buttigieg over financial transparency
Buttigieg's campaign has honed in Warren's previous private legal work, seeking to cast her as a "corporate lawyer" at odds her campaign message.
Gary Lineker accuses Boris Johnson of ‘nauseating xenophobia’
Gary Lineker has accused Boris Johnson of “nauseating xenophobia” after the Prime Minister vowed to stop EU migrants from treating Britain “as if it’s part of their own country”. The former England
Teen potheads caught smoking in police car
While most drug users would run away or cringe in fear at seeing a police car, this group of marijuana users in Quezon City turned one into a hotbox for their pot session.
11th-hour plea made for soldiers who fired shots at Ballymurphy to give evidence at inquests
A lawyer for the victim’s families told the court today: “It is not too late to tell the truth.”
Dengue fever claims another life in Karachi
KARACHI: Dengue fever has claimed another life in Karachi city in a private hospital during the last 24 hours, taking the death toll from this mosquito-borne disease to 46 since January 01, 2019.
Documents show US leaders misled public on progress in Afghanistan War: report
Senior U.S.
In view of multiple protests, entry, exit of Delhi’s 3 metro stations closed
Entry and exit at Udyog Bhawan, Lok Kalyan Marg and Central Secretariat metro stations were closed on Monday.
2 4-year-olds escape deadly crash by unhooking seats, climbing to safety
Washington State Patrol says two young girls are alive after they managed to unhook themselves from their booster seats and climb to safety to escape an accident.
What the final Welsh poll of the General Election 2019 campaign shows as Labour faces historic shock
It could be a historic night for the Conservatives
Warning after couple buy fake TV from scam salesperson at service station
The seller claimed the TV was brand new and from Costco
'If Congress Hadn't Done Partition on Basis of Religion..': Shah Attacks Oppn in LS as War of Words Ensue on Citizenship Bill
"Why do we need this Bill today? After independence, if Congress had not done partition on the basis on religion, then, today we would have not needed this Bill. Congress did partition on the basis of religion," Shah fumed in Parliament.
LASEMA boss to educate residents on safety at home
Director-General of LASEMA, Dr. Femi Oke-_Osanyintolu, is expected to deliver a lecture on safety at home as management of Radio Lagos Station is holding...
U.S. Supreme Court rejects inmate's bid for sex reassignment surgery
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday refused to hear an appeal by a convicted murderer who filed a civil rights lawsuit because Texas prison officials denied her request to be considered for gender reassignment surgery. The justices let stand a lower court's decision to reject the claim by inmate Vanessa
Cheney Warns Trump Disengagement in Mideast Benefits Iran, Russia
The former vice president mentioned Trump by name only once, but his comments cut to the core of several U.S. policies in the Middle East
Flashy Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges
The flashy governor of Nairobi on Monday pleaded not guilty to over 30 charges of money laundering, receiving bribes and conflict of interest in a court appearance held under tight security. Governor Mike , the latest top official to be hauled in on corruption charges in Kenya, is accused of having
Dublin restaurant forced to close after live cockroaches were found on a container of nuts during food safety inspection
November was the worst-month ever for food safety with record numbers of FSAI orders.
Ethiopia's internet shutdowns, hate speech bill worries U.N. expert
Ethiopia has shut down the internet nine times in 2019, mostly during national exams and public protests, he said.
Indian Parliament's Lower House Passes Bill to Amend Arms Act Aimed at Curbing Illegal Manufacturing
New Delhi (Sputnik): Thousands of people are arrested annually across India for manufacturing and supplying illegal firearms, particularly those who have set up production centres in the country’s Uttar Pradesh and Bihar states, parts of which border Nepal and Bangladesh that have significant markets for such weapons.
These are the latest cases and convictions from Preston's courts - Monday, December 9, 2019
Here is the latest round-up of cases at Preston’s courts.
Scare as Kenya Airforce Fighter Jet Part Falls From Sky
The stunned residents convened at the scene of the crash but were stopped dead on their heels the moment...
Rapper Zlatan begs Anthony Joshua to leave DJ Cuppy alone
Popular Nigerian rapper Zlatan Ibile has called on Nigeria's talented professional boxer, Anthony Joshua, to leave billionaire's daughter Ifeoluwa Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, alone.
Saudi Gunman Believed to Have Blasted U.S. Support for Israel on Twitter Before Naval Base Shooting
National security adviser Robert O'Brien says the attack appears to be perpetrated by 'someone who was radicalized'
PM Imran to receive Bahrain's highest civil award: PM's special assistant
Premier is going on an official visit to Bahrain in mid-December where he will receive the award, says Zulfi Bukhari.
Senate approves bill to merge HEART Trust/NTA with NYS and JFLL
A bill which seeks to merge the functions of the HEART Trust/NTA with the National Youth Service (NYS), the Apprenticeship Board and the Jamaican Foundation for Lifelong Learning (JFLL), was approved by the Senate on Friday. The Human Employment...
Firemen hailed as heroes in Delhi horror blaze
Two fireman who rescued 27 people were hailed as heroes Monday after Delhi's deadliest fire in decades killed 43, prompting outrage that safety regulations were yet again ignored.
Kota Tinggi flood victims rise, 729 people evacuated
JOHOR BARU, Dec 9 — The number of flood victims placed at temporary evacuation centres (PPS) in Kota Tinggi tonight rose sharply to 729 people compared to 39 victims this afternoon. State Local Government, Urban Well Being and Environment Committee chairman Tan Chen Choon, in a statement, said as...
Turkey deports 11 French relatives of 'terrorist' suspects
Turkey has sent 11 French relatives of suspected "terrorist fighters" back home, the Turkish interior ministry said Monday, the latest in the country's renewed push to deport foreign jihadist insurgents. "Eleven French citizens have been deported to their home country," it said in a statement. A judicial source in France confirmed that four women and their seven children had arrived in France early on Monday.
Rushden stabbing: Levi Davis 'killed after car crash'
Mother-of-two Levi Davis died during an argument after a collision on Saturday, police say.
Virtua Partners and Hotel Equities give Houston hotel a fresh look
HOUSTON - Virtua Partners, the Scottsdale, Arizona-based private equity firm, announced the grand reopening of its now 190-room Springhill Suites by Marriott hotel in Houston. The property, managed by Hotel Equities, a leading hotel management firm, features a newly designed interior with spacious suites. This hotel is one of five properties operated through Virtua Partners’ and Hotel Equities’ strategic partnership. “This project shows how working with the right partner, like Virtua enhances the overall execution,” says Joe Reardon, Hotel Equities Chief
Man pleads not guilty to murdering Japanese national
Mohamed Morei on trial over death of Yosuke Sasaki in Dundalk in January 2018
Challenge to democracy to counter Russia, China
We have entered a new era of great power competition between authoritarian and democratic states. Western powers need to recalibrate accordingly.
No sign of life on New Zealand volcano island – Police
Reconnaissance flights over New Zealand's White Island volcano have not identified any survivors there after Monday's eruption, police said.
4-year-old twins free selves, climb to safety after dad dies in car crash
Authorities say the girls' father was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. The accident is under investigation.
North Korea Has 'Nothing More to Lose', Slams Trump's Warnings Over Missile Tests - Official
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - North Korea is a country that has nothing to lose, a senior official remarked on Monday in a statement published by state media, slamming US President Donald Trump's warning to leader Kim Jong-un not to engage in any hostile activities.
Citizenship Amendment Bill has public endorsement, was part of manifesto: Amit Shah
Rejecting the charge that the Citizenship Amendment Bill targets Muslims, Amit Shah said, “The Citizenship Amendment Bill does not discriminate. It gives and does not snatch rights... Citizenship will be granted to refugees [from these three countries] even without documents, including ration cards.”
2,000 people from more than 100 countries to be conferred with Irish citizenship today
The ceremonies take place at the Gleneagle Hotel Convention Centre which is now the venue for the foreseeable future for the conferring ceremonies.
TM elevates OYO Hotels and Homes experience with Unifi
OYO Malaysia and Telekom Malaysia have jointly announced a commercial and marketing arrangement that will benefit local and foreign travellers. With this partnership, OYO Hotels and Homes guests can stay connected in Malaysia with seamless broadband and entertainment experience powered by Unifi.
Jo Swinson's voting record revealed as general election looms
Leader of the Liberal Democrats Jo Swinson has been asked many questions about her inconsistent voting record.
Parts of Assam tense as Amit Shah gears up to table CAB
We are ready to die but will never accept the Bill, one of the protesters shouted in front of television cameras in Dhemaji district.
Biden campaign attacks Trump policy on Saudi Arabia, North Korea
(Reuters) - Democrat Joe Biden’s presidential campaign launched new attacks on Donald Trump on Sunday, advocating a re-evaluation of U.S.-Saudi relations and calling North Korea’s apparent weapons test a “rebuke” to the U.S. president in a statement to Reuters.
China says Uighur Muslims in Xinjiang 'graduated'
People held in camps in China's Xinjiang region have now "graduated" and new trainees will have the freedom to come and go, the regional governor says.
Johnson to Introduce 3 Types of Work Visas for Foreigners on the Island
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that he will introduce three types of work visas if he wins the upcoming December 12th parliamentary elections. The first category of visas - "exceptional talent" - will be issued to scientists, geniuses from start-ups and people who will contribute to the growth of the UK economy.
Two men rushed to hospital after Rutherglen murder bid as forensic cops seal off pub
TWO men were rushed to hospital after a Rutherglen murder bid – as forensic cops seal off a local pub. Police confirmed that two men, aged 27 and 51, were badly hurt on East Kilbride Road las…
US DOJ watchdog expected to find Russia probe valid despite flaws
The United States Justice Department's internal watchdog will release a highly anticipated report on Monday that is expected to reject President Donald Trump's claims that the Russia investigation was illegitimate and tainted by political bias from FBI leaders. But it is also expected to document errors during the investigation that may animate Trump supporters.
BBC goes to war with Boris Johnson after the Prime Minister hints the TV licence fee could be SCRAPPED as he says it doesn't 'make sense in the long term'
Boris Johnson said he was looking at whether it made long-term sense to impose a £154.50 annual levy on all homes with TV sets. Dominic Cummings is leading a review of the BBC's funding.
Gunmen attack MD of Maersk Line, Gildas Tohouo, kill wife
Gunmen reportedly invaded the residence of the managing director of Maersk Line, Gildas Tohouo, in Ikoyi, Lagos, killing his wife in the process. Mr Tohouo is a Cameroonian while his late wife, Bernadett Kurucz, was from
Prof. Jonathan Turley Claims Harassment After Testifying at Impeachment Hearing | Breitbart
Professor Jonathan Turley of George Washington University Law School claims that he received threatening messages after his testimony before the House Judiciary Committee last week. Turley was the only law professor on a panel that argued against the impeachment of President Donald Trump.
Chairmanship Tussle: Court directs Monarchs, Fayemi to seek alternative dispute resolution
An Ado-Ekiti High Court has advised parties to the suit challenging the appointment of the Alawe of Ilawe-Ekiti Oba Adebanji Alabi by Governor...
Catholic Congress recommends dialogical approach for church reformation in Africa
The Pan African Catholic Congress has resolved to use dialogical approach for the renewal and reform of the church and her institutions i
Supreme Court Death Sentence
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear an appeal Wednesday by an Arizona death row inmate who is seeking a new sentencing trial, arguing the horrific physical abuse that he suffered as a child wasn’t fully considered when he was first sentenced. The appeal of James Erin McKinney could affect as many as 15
Two-car crash sees one vehicle collide with tree
Two cars were involved in a crash in a Suffolk village this morning which resulted in one vehicle colliding with a tree.
Jury sworn in for trial of man accused of murdering his 20-month-old son
Yusif Ali Abdi is charged with murdering Nathan Baraka Andrew Ali on 17 April 2001.
Hyd rape case: SIT to probe killing of four accused
The Telangana government has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the killing of four accused in the rape and murder of a woman veterinarian in "retaliatory" firing by police last
'No chance' of winning WADA ban appeal: Russian anti-doping chief
Russia's anti-doping agency chief on Monday said that his country has ''no chance'' of winning an appeal against a four-year international sporting ban. "There is no chance of winning this case in court," RUSADA chief Yury Ganus told AFP after the World Anti-Doping Agency imposed the ban that will rule Russia out of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Habitual offender caught with country-made pistol
The Shivajinagar police on Saturday arrested a 22-year-old habitual offender for allegedly carrying a country-made pistol and two live cartridges. Based on a tip-off, the police intercepted him near R
Jordan jails man over plot to attack Israel embassy
A Jordanian court on Monday sentenced a man to eight years in prison for allegedly plotting to attack the Israeli embassy in Amman last year.
Stoltenberg: NATO does not define Russia as "enemy"
At the same time, the Alliance will not turn a blind eye to Russian aggression.
Preet Bharara to House GOP Lawyer: Calling Trump a Clown Isn’t Election Interference, It’s a ‘Correct Consensus Opinion’
Former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) Preet Bharara mocked the GOP’s lead counsel for his defense of President Donald Trump during impeachment hearings on Monday.
Lagos NDLEA new commander promises state free of hard drugs
Mr Ralph Igwenagu, the new commander, National Law Drug Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for Lagos State, has said that he will ensure tha
Clean-up operations begin after Ironbridge cooling towers demolition
Clean-up operations were beginning at Ironbridge power station today following the demolition of the cooling towers.
Democracy NGO casts doubts over Orban's 2018 supermajority in Hungary
NGO Unhack Democracy Europe heard reports of vote buying, intimidation, forged logs, and voters being brought in from neighbouring countries during Hungary's 2018 election
A North Korea Crisis for Christmas
Gordon Chang: "There will be a year-end crisis this year, but it will be one that takes Pyongyang by surprise. All Kim needs to do is ask Xi Jinping what happens when Trump gets frustrated and loses
Senate acquittal would be nothing but a stay of execution for Trump
The Senate may not convict Trump, but he faces big trouble in the court of public opinion.
Russia doping whistleblower welcomes ban, urges review of Olympic results
The former head of Russia's anti-doping agency, who fled Moscow after turning whistleblower, on Monday welcomed a four-year ban from major sporting...
Bishop Aude says Lebanon is being ruled by ‘one person and an armed group’
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:00 A.M.) – The Metropolitan bishop of the Greek Orthodox Church of Antioch for the Archdiocese of Beirut, Elias ‘Aude, said Lebanon was being ruled by “one person and an armed group” during his sermon on Sunday. Bishop ‘Aude made the comment during the mass marking the 14th anniversary of Gebran Tueni’s assassination. “This country is being ruled today by one person we all know, and no one speaks and by a group that is ruling us by arms,” the bishop said. The ‘person’ the bishop is referencing Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah.
'Heartless' Boris Johnson takes reporter's phone after refusing to look at photo of child on hospital floor
Boris Johnson has been accused of being "heartless" after refusing to look at a photo of a child sleeping on a hospital floor because of a lack of beds.
Ahead of Normandy Four summit, Ukraine's Foreign Minister names "main red line" for Ukraine
The talks on Donbas settlement will be held in Paris today.
South Sudan rivals to hold talks in Juba
The two protagonists are expected to discuss issues seen as critical to the realisation of the peace accord signed in September of last year.
Kano gov, Ganduje appoints Emir Sanusi chairman Council of chief
The Governor of Kano, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has appointed Ganduje Muhammadu Sanusi II, Emir of Kano Emirate, as Chairman Kano State Council of Chiefs.
Remember When Russian Diesel Submarines Chased Down A British Nuclear Sub?
Depends if it actually happened.
ForMin Aurescu: Romania remains strong supporter of EU enlargement
Romania will remain a strong supporter of EU enlargement, Foreign Affairs Minister Bogdan Aurescu said during a meeting with German...
Campaign highlights: DUP attacks Boris Johnson while Labour reveals budget plans
Shadow chancellor John McDonnell said he will deliver a budget on February 5 that will end austerity ‘once and for all’.
Greta Thunberg, Megan Rapinoe, and Rudy Giuliani made Time magazine's Person of the Year shortlist for 2019, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Time magazine's 2019 Person of the Year will be announced Wednesday on the "Today" show. Last year's winner were a group of journalists.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Man, 33, arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot Waikiki workers | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A 33-year-old man was arrested early Saturday after threatening to shoot employees at a Waikiki store if he didn’t get the items he wanted, according to the Honolulu Police Department.
China claims detained Uighurs have been freed
Xinjiang governor offers no evidence of release but says ‘trainees’ have found stable jobs
Greens demand Zahradil conflict of interest probe
The Greens are demanding an internal investigation by the European Parliament into Czech MEP Jan Zahradil following a story by this website on possible conflicts of interest in his role as lead negotiator on the EU trade deal with Vietnam. "These allegati...
Congress wins battle in Hunsur
Its candidate H.P. Manjunath romps home with an impressive margin of 39,727 votes
India, Australia review strategic ties in 2+2 secretarial talks
India and Australi deliberated on prevailing regional security concerns and explored ways for cooperation in field of defence industry and technology, said the Defence Ministry
Russia tells UK court Ukraine should be forced to pay debt despite disputes
LONDON/KIEV (Reuters) - Russia told Britain’s Supreme Court on Monday that Ukraine should not be allowed to use geopolitical arguments to dispute billions of dollars in debt, after Kiev argued it had been forced to borrow the money from Moscow.
Supreme Court Lets Kentucky Abortion Ultrasound Law Take Effect
The law requires doctors to show and describe ultrasounds to women seeking abortions. Challengers said it violated the First Amendment.
Met Office say freezing temperatures, gales, heavy rain and huge waves on the way after Storm Atiyah
Hour-by-hour guide as more storms set to pummel region
Will the pound go up in value if Labour wins the general election?
We examine John McDonnell’s claim that Labour’s spending plans could boost sterling
Watch: Dhoni sings classic Bollywood number at event to applause
In the video, Dhoni is seen singing the classic Bollywood number 'Main pal do pal ka shayar hoon' from the film 1976 film Kabhie Kabhie. The audience is heard clapping as the former Indian captain sings.
Accused Colorado Planned Parenthood shooter Robert Dear indicted by federal grand jury
Prosecutors say Robert Dear, the man accused of shooting and killing three people at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado Springs in 2015, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on 68 counts.
Explained: Who is Sanna Marin, only 34, and set to be the world’s youngest Prime Minister?
All five parties in Finland's ruling coalition are led by women, and four of them are in their early thirties. The ruling coalition is Centre-Left in political orientation.
WADA imposes four year ban on Russia over doping data manipulation
Russia was banned from all sporting competitions including the Tokyo 2020 on Monday after the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) ruled to punish the country for manipulating laboratory data, the Russian TASS news agency reported.
Guelph Police investigating after man struck and killed by train
Police say it happened late Sunday night
Four killed as car hits roadside banyan tree
Driver dozed off at the wheel, say police
FIRS Chairman: Nigerians React As Buhari Nominates Fowler’s Replacement
The tenure of Babatunde Fowler as the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) ended today, with President Buhari opting not to reappoint him for a second tenure.
Gang who planned major organised crime involving guns in Glasgow jailed for more than 18 years
Richard Carty, Ezekial Aremu and Cade Johnson were found in possession of pistols, fake council uniforms and counterfeit cash after they were arrested in a dramatic armed swoop outside the Forge shopping centre
Man and woman arrested over murder of man in Kildare in 2018
A man and a woman have been arrested in relation to the fatal shooting of a man in Leixlip, Co.Kildare that occurred last year.
Dem Rep. Jayapal: Trump Himself Is the 'Smoking Gun' in Impeachment Case | Breitbart
Monday on CNN's "New Day," Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) charged President Donald Trump with being the "smoking gun" in the impeachment case against him | Clips
Joyner Lucas Criticizes 'Rappers Who Glorified Drugs' Following Juice Wrld's Death
"Gone too soon," he said of the late rapper.
New Zealand volcano tour guide named as first victim of White Island eruption
Hayden Marshall-Inman was an experienced tour guide with White Island Tours and people have described him as a man with a kind nature who died doing what he loved
Boris Johnson takes private jet to avoid drive from Doncaster to Teesside
The prime minister flew the 84 mile journey to target Labour heartlands in the north east of England.
SERAP faults presidency for comparing Sowore, Bakare with Boko Haram
SERAP, has condemned the presidency for comparing Omoyele Sowore and Olawale Bakare with Boko Haram militants. It maintained that...
Supreme Court leaves Kentucky's ultrasound law in place
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions.
Man dies after being hit by school bus on main road between Aberdeen and Dundee
A man has died after being struck by a bus on the main road between Aberdeen and Dundee.
Robbery suspect pulls knife when confronted by store owner: Oak Bay police
Oak Bay police say a robbery suspect pulled a knife when he was approached just after noon Saturday by the owner of a store at Eastdowne Road and Dalhousie Street. The man had taken food items.. . .
Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — even as costs rose to $1 trillion and 2,351 American troop's lives
Thousands of pages of notes from hundreds of interviews reveal true US assessments of the war in Afghanistan, and it's not a pretty picture.
Power restored on Westside
UPDATE 4:54 p.m. BCHydro says the power has been restored in West Kelowna.
Trump impeachment hearing interrupted by protester
The US Judiciary Committee is to vote soon on two or more charges of abuse of power, bribery and obstruction against US President Donald Trump.
Four footballers drown in River Nile
The match that was slated for 3:00 PM at Buwenda playground in Mafubira sub-county, Jinja district was promptly cancelled
Chong Wei congratulates badminton squad on their SEA Games achievements
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Malaysia’s badminton legend Datuk Lee Chong Wei has congratulated the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) and the national squad on their achievements in the 30th SEA Games in the Philippines. In the latest entry in his Instagram account today, Chong Wei acknowledged...
Prosecutor warns public after cluster of drug overdoses
READING, Pa. (AP) - A district attorney in southeastern Pennsylvania issued a public health warning Monday in the wake of a series of drug overdoses, some of them deadly, believed to involve the same substance.
India Steps Toward Making Naturalization Harder for Muslims
A bill establishing a religious test for immigrants has passed the lower house of Parliament, a major step for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu-nationalist agenda.
Marvin Gaye Family Claims In Court That Pharrell Williams Committed Perjury
Love it or hate it, the "Blurred Lines" case became a signature moment this past decade after Pharrell Williams, Robin Thicke, and a song publisher were ordered to pay nearly $5 million for infringing the copyright to Marvin Gaye's "Got To Give It Up." The 2015 jury verdict, largely upheld last year on appeal, signaled that even an international chart-topper wasn't immune from an allegation of plagiarism in a court of law. Quite a number of musicians have voiced displeasure with an outcome they believed could chill creativity. Pretty much everyone, though, figured the case was over. Well, it's not. On Friday, the Marvin Gaye family filed a motion that proves that no controversy will rest in peace especially when stars live in the public sphere. The filing points a California judge's attention to a Pharrell Williams interview published in early November by GQ Magazine. The hit maker discussed his behind-the-scenes production process and how when he finds something he likes, he "reverse
Afghan authorities hold up Pakistani passenger plane at Kabul airport
PIA flight PK 250 takes off for Islamabad after a delay of two and a half hours
Human remains discovered in Lincoln Parish
The Lincoln Parish Sheriff's Office says human remains have been discovered in the parish.
Berlin's Mayor Michael Mueller with "Meng Yuan"
The cuteness level at Berlin Zoo doubled on Monday when a pair of twin panda cubs made their public debut, with the zoo revealing the cuddly bundles of fur were both boys. The little ones were born at the zoo on August 31 but in keeping with Chinese tradition they were only named after 100 days. Speaking
The US raked in a record $7.2 billion in tariffs in October, new data shows
While the White House has asserted that foreign exporters pay tariffs, there's evidence those costs largely fall on domestic business and consumers.
Amazon says Trump's 'vendetta' lost it $10bn Pentagon contract
Company said ‘personal vendetta’ against Bezos, Amazon and the Washington Post cost it the cloud computing contract
Hoping to reach trade agreement with US soon: China
Beijing hopes that it can reach a trade agreement with the United States that satisfies both sides as soon as possible, China's Assistant Commerce Minister Ren Hongbin said on Monday. Ren made the
People accepted defectors, we accept defeat: Shivakumar on K’taka bypolls
Bypolls were for 15 of 17 seats left vacant by MLAs who resigned in July, causing collapse of Cong-JD(S) and BJP's takeover.
One critically injured as popular New Zealand volcano erupts
Wellington - At least one person was left in a critical condition when New Zealand's White Island volcano erupted suddenly on Monday, leaving authorities scrambling to treat the injured and find those unaccounted for.
UPDATE: Five dead, many injured after New Zealand volcano eruption
New Zealand police said at least one person was killed and more fatalities were likely, after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted leaving dozens stranded.
Mayors Ask Trump to Import More Refugees to U.S. for ‘Cultural Diversity’
In a letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo last month, about 88 mayors — from Denver, Colorado to Columbia, South Carolina — urged Trump to end his latest executive order
BJP wins 10 seats, retains majority in K'taka Assembly
The ruling BJP on Monday retained a majority in the Karnataka Assembly when it bagged six seats in the byelections in which it was also leading in an equal number in other segments where counting is underway.
Citizenship Amendment Bill: 293 votes in favour, 82 votes against introduction of controversial bill
Citizenship Amendment Bill: AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi called the bill a violation of rights of the country's people and said Shah will be remembered in the league of Hitler
North Korea opens mountain spa, ski resort in tourism push
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un opened a new mountain spa and ski resort that's intended for people to enjoy high civilization under socialism in another example of the country using tourism exemptions in sanctions to build revenue for its broken economy.
What the General Election outcome will mean for the pound - and your travel money
As we head into the final week of campaigning, the Pound is currently trading at a 31-month high against the euro - here's what you need to know if you're about to swap your cash
Pensacola hit with cyberattack day after deadly Naval base shooting
The city of Pensacola, Florida, was hit with a cyberattack just one day after a deadly shooting at the Naval base there — though it’s unclear if the events are connected, officials
Man faces trial over death of boy in hit-and-run outside school
Harley Watson died in hospital after a vehicle ploughed into children who were leaving Debden Park High School in Loughton on December 2.
Steele warned that IG report contains information previously blacked out, report says
Christopher Steele, the British ex-spy and author of the anti-Trump dossier, was reportedly told that the Justice Department will release information about him that was previously blacked out in the department’s internal watchdog report on the investigation into President Trump’s 2016 campaign due on Monday.
Mums forced to 'live on energy drinks so kids can eat' on estate
Residents of an estate in North Wales are facing heartbreaking decisions
Impeachment witness: Trump poses election 'danger'
U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to "cheat to win an election" are a threat to national security, the top Democratic investigator testified Monday as the House Judiciary Committee pushes ahead with articles of impeachment.
BJP’s thumping win will bolster BSY’s position in party
The central leadership, after Maharashtra, is not keen to risk interfering too much with the Chief Minister’s decision-making process
Doug Collins Lets Loose on Dems: 'This May Become Known As the Focus Group Impeachment'
Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA), the ranking member on the House Judiciary Committee, used his opening statement to blast the ongoing impeachment inquiry on Monday.
VIDEO: 3 NPP executives suspended for hooting at MP
Three(3) Executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Atwima Nwabiagya North constituency of the Ashanti Region have been suspended for hooting at the Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, Hon Benito Owusu Bio. Kwabena Owusu Denkyira(Amando), Youth Organizer at Atwima Koforidua L/A Middle School, Prince Boakye, Organizer at Atwima Koforidua CAC “A” and Prince Adu Gyamfi, Organizer at Koforidua Market Square “B” were each handed an indefinite suspension by the party following a recommendation from the disciplinary committee. They were said to have misconducted themselves and therefore found guilty by the disciplinary committee according to a letter dated 29th November, 2019 and signed by Isaac K Dawuni the constituency secretary It would be recalled that Hon Benito Owusu Bio was last month humiliated, hooted at and chased out of a gathering by youth belonging to the NPP. The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources had gone to Atwima Koforidua, a town in his constituency to engage members of the community…
Omo-Agege introduces amendment bill on electoral malpractice
Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege on Monday said, he had introduced a bill for comprehensive amendment of the Electoral Act No. 6 of 2010.
SC partially lifts ban on construction activities in Delhi-NCR region
The apex court perused the affidavit filed by CPCB which said however that no construction should be permitted during 6 PM to 6 AM
Malta protesters block entry to prime minister's office
Protesters demanding the immediate resignation of Malta's prime minister blocked an entrance to his office on Monday, the latest demonstrations over his handling of a journalist's murder. The sit-in outside the side entrance of the offices of Prime Minister Joseph Muscat began shortly after 7:00 am and involved about 30 protesters.
Sowore: Groups seek US visa ban on AGF, DSS boss
Tobi Aworinde, Abuja A coalition of civil society organisations has petitioned the United States to protest the rearrest of the convener of the #RevolutionNow protests, Omoyele Sowore, by armed ...
Putin meets new Ukraine leader for first time
Both leaders met along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Anthony Joshua dreams of future world title defence in Nigeria
Joshua, who is of Nigerian heritage, visited the country earlier this year and was inspired to return in a boxing capacity.
Extinction Rebellion activists wearing gas masks block central London road
The protesters, outside Leicester Square Tube station, are demanding the next government tackles air pollution in the capital.
'Invisible Hindu-Muslim partition': Sena raises concern over Citizenship bill
Amit Shah would introduce bill that seeks to grant Indian citizenship to non-Muslim refugees from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.
Uttar Pradesh to set up 218 fast-track courts for crimes against women and children
Currently 42,389 cases of sexual offences against children and 25,749 cases of rape and sexual crimes against women are pending in the courts.
"Very tasty!": Artist eats $120,000 banana at Art Base
A Georgian-born American performance artist ate a piece of artwork by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan on exhibition at Perrotin stand in Art Basel in Miami Beach on Saturday (December 7).
Floods, landslide in Uganda claims 26 lives - Red Cross
Some there have resisted the government’s attempts to have them relocated to lowlands elsewhere, saying they find it hard to vacate their ancestral lands.
Seventh suspect arrested over killing of fireman in centre of Augsburg
A seventh and final suspect was also arrested after a deadly attack on a passer-by in Augsburg on Friday evening.
If 1998 Impeachment Backfired on Republicans, Expect a Bloodbath For Dems In 2020
Remember when Democrats admitted that a partisan impeachment would be a disaster for the country?
Why Disney's 'The Lion King' remake is nominated in the animation category for Golden Globes — even though it probably shouldn't be, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Disney's remake isn't "live action," but its mix of live-action, virtual reality, CGI, and photoreal digital imagery doesn't make it animated either.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
After WADA's four-year doping ban, Russia set to miss 2020 Olympics
A spokesperson for WADA, whose executive committee is meeting in Lausanne, said: "The full list of recommendations have been unanimously accepted
Karnataka bypolls: BJP wins in KR Pet, creates history
The saffron party created history by breaking into the JD(S) bastion and winning the bypolls in the K R Pet segment.
For a brief moment I forgot this amazing 1975 Pontiac Firebird is a 1975 Pontiac Firebird
I found myself actually considering this Pontiac Firebird. Bring a Trailer: The 400ci L78 V8 reportedly was rebuilt to stock specs in 2015, and the car is said to have accumulated less than 500 mil…
Manipur Declares Holiday For Govt Schools, Offices as MHA Clears ILP For Implemention; to be 'Exempted' From Centre's CAB
Amid a high-tension debate on the contentious bill in the Parliament, BJP president and Union Home Minister Amit Shah had assured Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh that the permit will be introduced in the state.
North Korea calls President Trump 'erratic old man' over tweets
North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a “heedless and erratic old man” after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn’t want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
2020 Watch: Buttigieg on the defensive, Biden's strategy
NEW YORK (AP) - Presidential politics move fast. What we're watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign:
No reason that employment has come down, says Gangwar
In response to remarks on demonetisation and the job cuts it caused these years, Labour and Employment Minister Santosh Kumar Gangwar said the government is implementing the Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1979 to mitigate hardships caused by migration.
No let-up in Macron's duel with unions on fifth day of strikes
Trade unions called for more street protests after nationwide strikes aimed at forcing President Emmanuel Macron to abandon his pension reforms caused chaos on France's transport networks for a fifth day on Monday. The week ahead will test whether Macron can deliver the social and economic change
Scandal hits Northern Regional Coordinating Council; top official fingered
A huge financial scandal has hit the Northern Regional Coordinating Council (NRCC) involving an official with the bursary department who is alleged to have diverted over hundred thousand Ghana cedis into his personal account through fraudulent means. Baba Osman Daney, 45, who is at the centre of the scandal, has since been transferred from the unit and according to a provisional charge sheet sighted by this portal faces charges of forgery, contrary to section 158 of the criminal offences code act 1960 (Act 29), stealing contrary to section 124(1) of the criminal offences act and corruption of public officers, could soon be arraigned before court. According to the statement of offence, the civil servant who is under the direct supervision of the Controller and Accountant General’s Department in October 2019 forged four bank cheques of the Northern Regional Coordinating Council and withdrew the total sum of GH¢119,423.60. The amount according to officials of the NRCC who lodged a complaint with the Criminal Investigation…
The Age Year in Review: Call for leadership on the climate crisis
Group executive editor James Chessell said climate change was now the biggest cause for anxiety in the community.
Nirbhaya Case: Tihar Jail Says 'Have No Hangman' As Convict Asks For Mercy Plea Withdrawal
With the recent national outrage over the Hyderabad gangrape and the Unnao rape victim attack, the demand for speedy hanging of convicts of the Nirbhaya case
FG launches digital platform to publish daily financial transactions of agencies, ministries
PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari has launched the Open Treasury Portal to promote transparency and track spending in the public sector.
Russia banned from international sports competition for four years
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has unanimously agreed to ban Russia from major international sporting competitions -- notably the Olympics and the World Cup -- for four years over doping non-compliance.
Johnson casts net for votes at fish market
Boris Johnson posed for selfies and watched a fish auction as cod and haddock were sold at Grimsby Fish Market.
Wall Street starts new week on back foot
Wall Street's main indexes started the first day of the week in with modest losses as investors refrain from making large bets while waiting for fresh
First Normandy Four summit in three years: what we know so far
For the first time in three years, the leaders of Ukraine, Germany, France, and Russia will sit down at a negotiating table to move from a standstill the implementation of the Minsk agreements.
Istanbul metro line seeks to improve air quality
Metro Istanbul, which runs the metro services in the city, joined forces with Istanbul municipality's environmental agency to improve air quality in metro...
Brahmaputra and Barak Valley are the only CAB included area of Northeast: Amit Shah
various organizations in Assam and Northeast, the Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday while initiating a debate on the Citizenship Amendment Bill
Reeling from four-year sporting ban, Moscow blames ‘chronic anti-Russia hysteria’ for Wada decision
World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday banned Russia from international competitions including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
BREAKING: Civil society gives FG 14-day ultimatum over Sowore
Friday Olokor, Abuja A coalition of over 200 civil rights organizations on Monday issued a 14-day ultimatum within which President Muhammadu Buhari should show commitment to the rule of law face...
Karnataka bypoll results: 'Voters have given verdict; we will give good administration,' says CM Yediyurappa
Karnataka bypoll results: 'I will give a good administration in the next three-and-half years with the help of our ministers and MLAs,' an upbeat Yediyurappa told reporters in Bengaluru
India's Parliament passes anti-Muslim citizenship bill
India's Parliament saw raucous scenes Monday and protests raged in the northeast of the country as lawmakers debated legislation that stands to give...
Chronic Pain Is an Impossible Problem
A “safe” alternative to opioid painkillers turns out to be not so safe.
UK Labour would deliver first budget on February 5: McDonnell
LONDON (Reuters) - The man who would be Britain’s finance minister if the opposition Labour Party takes power after Thursday’s election said on Monday he would deliver his first tax-and-spending budget statement on Feb. 5.
Federal govt's refusal to provide clean needles in prison to be challenged today
TORONTO — An Ontario court is set to hear today a constitutional challenge to the federal ban on needles for drug-using prisoners.
Health Ministry springs to action after first confirmed polio case in nearly 30 years
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The Health Ministry has mobilised available measures to contain the possible re-emergence of the polio virus that was eradicated in Malaysia almost three decades ago. After confirming the infection of a three-month-old boy in Tuaran, Sabah, the ministry tested 661 people in...
PDP wins all 21 chairmanship seats in Adamawa LG election
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has won big in Adamawa state as all its candidates in the just concluded local government election recorded victory.
12 workers hurt in Pasir Gudang chemical factory fire
JOHOR BAHRU: A total of 12 chemical factory workers in Jalan Nibong 1, Tanjung Langsat Industrial area near Pasir Gudang sustained burns on Sunday ...
N. Korea believed to test new rocket engine to provoke US
While no rocket or weapons launch from North Korea was detected over the weekend, many foreign experts speculate that North Korea tested a new high-thrust engine, which is needed to launch bigger, more powerful rockets.
Riyadh Gears up to Host 40th GCC Summit on Tuesday
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz will chair in Riyadh on Tuesday the 40th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit. Riyadh has previously hosted the GCC summit on eight occasions. GCC Secretary General Dr. Abdullatif Al-Zayani
Disney warns new Star Wars movie could trigger seizures in people with epilepsy
'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,' the highly anticipated conclusion to the Skywalker saga, could trigger seizures in photosensitive people, Walt Disney Studios said.
Ganduje appoints Sanusi as new Emirate Council chair for two years
Ted Odogwu, Kano Kano State governor, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, on Monday appointed Emir Mohammed Sanusi, as the pioneer Chairman of the new State Council of Emirs for a period of two years. The...
WATCH: Death toll rises after sudden volcano eruption in New Zealand
'Whakaari', as it is known in Maori, is New Zealand’s most active cone volcano
Iraqis rally against government after activist killed
Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died.
European companies minimise risks from US-China trade war
European companies in China have been able to minimise the effect from the tariff war between Beijing and Washington, although some are considering relocating their businesses, the EU Chamber of Commerce said Monday.
Anti-discrimination campaigners call for joint response after weekend of shame
Premier League clubs reacted strongly in the wake of alleged incidents of homophobic and racist abuse.
Thomson bows out
Steve Thomson has made it official. Widely rumoured not to be seeking re-election in the next provincial election, Thomson issued a statement Monday confirming so.
FM Qureshi boycotts Indian minister’s speech at Istanbul conference
Qureshi walks out of Heart of Asia conference in protest against Occupied Kashmir clampdown
Alleged P&ID scam: Court dismisses Briton’s plea for bail variation - The Nation Newspaper
The Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the application for bail variation filed by a British man, James Nolan. Justice Okon Abang, who dismissed the prayer, said the application was lacking in merit and adjourned the case till Tuesday for continuation of trial. He gave the ruling after he had taken the arguments of […]
Saudi gunman tweeted against US before naval base shooting
PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) - The Saudi gunman who killed three people at the Pensacola naval base had apparently gone on Twitter shortly before the shooting to blast U.S. support of Israel and accuse America of being anti-Muslim, a U.S. official said Sunday as the FBI confirmed it is operating on the assumption the attack was an act of terrorism.
Sweden’s ex-ambassador to China charged after setting up unofficial meetings over detained bookseller
Sweden’s former ambassador to China has been charged with “arbitrariness during negotiations with a foreign power,” over her involvement in a series of unauthorised meetings related to detained boseller Gui Minhai. Anna Lindstedt, Sweden’s former ambassador, led negotiations to release Gui in exchange for his daughter’s silence in January this year. Gui is currently imprisoned in China. […]
EFF to expand using alternative funding models – Shivambu
Shivambu said the party does not want to be reliant on private donors who would want to dictate EFF policy and positions.
Organisations demand release of 9 activists in Koregaon Bhima violence case
Noted journalist Nikhil Wagle, who was present at the press conference, said, "These cases were foisted by the previous Devendra Fadnavis government.
Miss Universe host Steve Harvey apparently mixes up Miss Malaysia and Miss Philippines
It's a case of déjà vu when he also infamously wrongly named Columbia as the 2015 winner of the beauty pageant
Troops rescue 31 women, children from Boko Haram terrorists in Borno
Army says its troops have rescued 31 persons comprising 14 women and 17 children at Mantari, Malam Masari and Gabchari Villages in Bama Local Government Area (LGA) of Borno.
Classic bike star Davies enjoys stellar 2019 on circuits and roads
A four-hour endurance race, club championship podiums and breaking the 100mph barrier at the Classic TT.
Putin sits down for talks with Ukraine leader for first time
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's president are meeting for the first time at a summit in Paris to find a way to end the five years of fighting in eastern Ukraine.
UK election: PM Johnson's Conservatives' lead over Labour drops to 6 points
Support for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative Party stayed unchanged at 42% while support for the Labour Party increased by 1 point
Greta Thunberg asks media to focus on other young climate activists
The 16-year-old said people from the global south, especially indigenous communities, need to be heard on how they are affected by climate change.
Obamacare back at the high court — with billions for insurers on the line
More than $12 billion is at stake for the nation's health insurers Tuesday when the Supreme Court hears another Affordable Care Act case.
Defectors transferred votes to BJP in a big way
Through the campaign for bypolls in Karnataka, strategists kept their fingers crossed over transfer of votes. For, in several constituencies, there had to be significant transfer of votes in favour of
Congressional panel to weigh Trump impeachment evidence as formal charges loom
WASHINGTON, Dec 9 — A US congressional panel leading the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump will debate the evidence against him on Monday, with Democratic lawmakers poised to move forward with possible formal charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress this week. The...
Impeachment witness: Trump poses a danger to fair elections
President Donald Trump’s efforts to “cheat to win an election” are a threat to national security, the top Democratic investigator testified Monday as the House Judiciary Committee pushes ahead with articles of impeachment.
Delhi Court Accepts Robert Vadra’s Plea To Travel Abroad For Medical Treatment
A Delhi Court on Monday (9 December) allowed Robert Vadra, businessman and Congress interim Chief Sonia Gandhi's son-in-law, to travel to Spain for medical treatment and business purposes.
Shivajinagar bypoll outcome: Consolidation of Muslim votes helped Congress
The margin was over 13,000 votes
NOTA votes highest in K.R. Puram
Six years after it was introduced, the ‘none of the above’ or NOTA option is beginning to increasingly matter in elections in the country.Although NOTA votes did not have an impact on the fortunes of
Russia banned from Olympics for four years over doping
Russia was banned from the Olympics and world championships in a range of sports on Monday after the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) ruled to punish it for manipulating laboratory data, the TASS news agency reported.
China: Concentration Camp Victims 'Graduated' from 'Vocational' School
A Chinese government propaganda newspaper declared that "all" the victims of China's Muslim concentration camps had "graduated."
Trump warns Kim has 'everything' to lose through hostility
"Kim Jong Un is too smart and has far too much to lose, everything actually, if he acts in a hostile way," Trump tweeted in response to the unspecified test at the Sohae space launch center.
We’ll fight corruption with full powers of law – ICPC
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission on Monday said it would fight corruption according to the full
Russian troops enter Raqqa city for first time during Syrian War
BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:40 P.M.) – The Russian Armed Forces have entered the city of Raqqa for the first time during this nearly nine-year-long war, a number of activists in northern Syria reported on Monday. According to the reports, the Russian Armed Forces entered Raqqa to distribute humanitarian aid to the people in the war-torn city. The military delivered two thousand food kits to Raqqa residents. Military doctors have also arrived in the city, who are ready to provide assistance to all in need. “The infrastructure in Raqqa was completely destroyed during the liberation process conducted by the US-led international coalition,” an officer at the Russian Center for Reconciliation of Controversial Parties, Vladimir Varnavsky, told reporters. “Thousands of civilians became victims of indiscriminate air and artillery attacks,” Varnavsky added. “The city has not yet finished the work of clearing debris and clearing the area, and there is a shortage of clean water, medicine and food.”
Man killed in fatal ATV crash identified
The person killed in a fatal ATV crash Saturday has been identified, according to a news release from the Green County Sheriff's Department.
US, Taliban Not Agreed on Reduction of Violence: Sources
Sources close to the Doha talks said the United States and the Taliban negotiators—on their third day of negotiations--have yet to agree on the terms of a reduction of violence, ceasefire a
Finnish minister, 34, to become youngest PM
Sanna Marin will become the world’s youngest sitting prime minister, according to Finland’s biggest newspaper.
Republicans are Defining Foreign Interference Down
Trump's allies are trying to reset the standard for "election meddling" so low that it would be hard not to meddle in an election.
31 rescued from B'Haram's den in Borno forest - The Nation Newspaper
Again troops have rescued thirty-one persons including fourteen women and seventeen children from a Boko Haram hideout in Malam Masari and Gabchari
America's deceit over Afghanistan quagmire disclosed in blunt confidential interviews
Senior US officials routinely misled the public about success in Afghanistan, fiddling statistics and metrics to spin a conflict they knew was going badly, according to a trove of confidential assessments.
GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "That time your lawyer makes a stop at the Whole Foods hot bar on his way to defend you in Congress," comic Lizz Winstead tweeted.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Kentucky police seize air fryer containing 20 pounds of meth
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) - It may be the holiday season, but police in Kentucky confiscated an unusual gift being delivered to a Kentucky man's home - a package with about 20 pounds (9 kilograms) of meth that was shipped through the mail inside of an air fryer.
SC Order In Dileep Case: Some Pertinent Questions
Seminal question which arose for consideration by the apex court in the appeal preferred with special leave against the Order of a single judge of the High Court of Kerala in P.Gopalakrishnan...
GOP congressman leaves impeachment hearing after Democratic attorney calls Trump a 'danger'
Texas Rep. Louie Gohmert stormed out of the impeachment hearing on Monday, according to a report from CNN.
Juice WRLD died before attending 21st birthday party, after rapping about not living past that age
Rapper Juice WRLD was reportedly going to attend his 21st birthday celebration in his hometown of Chicago the night he died after previously singing about how he didn’t plan to live past that age.
Drunk raccoon stumbles around German Christmas market, then shot by local hunter
A drunk raccoon stumbled around a Christmas market in Germany on Saturday, according to police, who said the furry creature tripped around until it eventually fell asleep — before it was shot by a local hunter.
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas
P&ID: Court dismisses Briton’s plea for bail variation
The Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the application for bail variation filed by a British man, James Nolan.
Russian athletes banned for 4 years on doping charges
WADA confirmed the Russian national team could not take part in the 2022 World Cup soccer in Qatar under the Russian flag
Israel Shares Its Connectivity Routes Allowing India to Bypass Strait of Hormuz
New Delhi (Sputnik): India has been taking steps to ensure the uninterrupted supply of energy including the deployment of its sailors and warships in the Strait of Hormuz. The situation arises against the backdrop of attacks on oil tankers amid tensions between Iran and the US.
Boris Johnson faces backlash over refusal to look at photo of child on NHS hospital floor
Boris Johnson has refused to look at a picture of a four-year-old boy forced to lie on the floor in an NHS hospital, eventually taking the phone of a reporter attempting to show it to him and putting
Man appears with sickle on highway
A 30-year-old man created a ruckus on Tiruchi-Karur highway at Mayanur by brandishing a veecharuval (a long sickle) on Sunday.According to police sources, Nagaraj, a resident of Pichampatti, came to t
Greece and Turkey in War of Words over accusations of Greek army ‘war crimes’
Turkey’s constant efforts to distort historical facts are regretful and sadly expose it. As does its use of inappropriate expressions. We will not follow suit.
Defeat in Johor is a clear message to Pakatan, says Anwar
Defeat in Johor is a clear message to Pakatan, says Anwar
Bamber Bridge man admits having indecent images of children
A man is facing a custodial sentence after admitting making and distributing indecent images of children.
Activists storm office of Malta's prime minister demanding resignation over murder investigation
The sister of murdered journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia was involved in a tense stand-off with Maltese police on Tuesday after a group of protesters stormed into the prime minister’s office in Valletta, the capital, to demand his immediate resignation.
LIVEBLOG: House Lawyers Give Impeachment Presentation For Judiciary Committee
WASHINGTON – The impeachment hearing Monday is expected to feature counsel from the House Judiciary Committee and from the House...
Senate Democrats demand Trump fire Stephen Miller
Senate Democrats are demanding that President Trump fire Stephen Miller after a watchdog group released hundreds of controversial emails the White House adviser sent prior to his time in the
Ryan Cole pleads not guilty in arraignment hearing in Port Charlotte
Ryan Cole, the man accused of stabbing to death 15 year old Khyler Edman had an arraignment hearing today and plead not gu
White House, Democrats close to USMCA trade deal: report
The White House and House Democrats are on the verge of a new North American trade deal in what would give President Trump a signature legislative victory. The Washington Post
Man in ‘serious’ condition after being hit by car on busy Dunfermline road
A man is said to be in a "serious" but not life threatening condition after being struck by a car on a busy Dunfermline road on Sunday evening.
Sepang racing team confident of lifting EWC title with solid trio
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — With the backing of local fans and a solid combination comprising endurance specialist Michael Van der Mark, national racer Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah and MotoGP star Franco Morbidelli, Sepang Racing Team is confident of winning the Endurance World Championship (EWC). The three...
4 held for ‘pusoy’ in Candon
CANDON CITY, Ilocos Sur- Police arrested yesterday four persons who were caught in the act engaging in illegal gambling in Bgy. Calongbuyan, Candon City.
Real Madrid’s Benzema set to face trial over sextape scandal after French court rejects his appeal
France’s highest court dismissed Benzema’s appeal challenging the legality of a blackmail investigation over a sextape featuring fellow footballer Valbuena.
China reportedly bans foreign technology in government offices
China is reportedly planning to ban all government offices and public institutions from using foreign software and computers in a move that could dent sales by US tech companies and increase tensions at a crucial moment in the trade war.
Adamawa: Elected council chairmen take oath of office
The newly elected chairmen for the 21 local government councils of Adamawa State have been sworn in.The chairmen, whose victories were...
Surrey residents are told to keep their windows closed and M3 junction is shut as emergency services deal with chemical spill
Surrey Police said officers were called to a private address in South Farm Lane in Lightwater at around 9am today.
Hotel pilferers set their sights on MATTRESSES as five-star establishments find luxury 'rain-effect' showers, TVs and artwork are also vanishing along with their bathrobes
The luxury beds are worth so much and are filled with so much technology, like memory foam and temperature controls, that they have become a target for thieves, a survey has revealed.
High-intensity homework lined up for wrestler Vinesh Phogat
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat is expected to compete in the Yasar Dogu tournament slated from January 9 to 12 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Hunt for ex-Sydney man over child abuse
A global hunt is on involving police from three countries for a high-profile man accused of abusing boys at a refuge he ran in Sydney in the 1980s.
The father of Tipperary ICMSA president Pat McCormack has died
Council passes vote of sympathy to Thomas McCormack
Siddaramaiah quits as Cong legislature party leader after K'taka bypoll defeat
'I have submitted my resignation to Sonia Gandhi,' said Siddaramaiah after poor show by Congress in the Karnataka bypolls
Sowore: NBA denies calling for Buhari’s impeachment
Nigerian Bar Association has denied calling for the impeachment of the country’s president over the poor handling of the prosecution of a former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore by the secret police. Media reports over the weekend said the lawyers’ body wanted the National Assembly to commence impeachment proceedings against Buhari if he did not sack […]
Russian forces enter former Islamic State stronghold in Syria after US pullback
Russian forces have entered Raqqa, the former de facto capital of the Islamic State caliphate, in one of the starkest examples yet of how Moscow has filled the vacuum created by President Donald Trump's decision to pull US forces from northern Syria.
Nicola Sturgeon condemns 'despicable' Boris Johnson comments on immigration
Nicola Sturgeon has condemned Boris Johnson for resorting to "despicable, dog whistle politics" after the Prime Minister claimed that EU migrants had been able to treat the UK as their own country for too long.
China to Lead World in 5G Scale: Qualcomm President Cristiano Amon
According to the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, 5G technology is expected to create more than 8 million jobs by 2030.
No holiday truce with NPA — Lorenzana
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana has rejected the idea of declaring a ceasefire with the New People's Army (NPA) in the spirit of the Christmas season.
Trump impeachment hearing interrupted by protester
The US Judiciary Committee is to vote soon on two or more charges of abuse of power, bribery and obstruction against US President Donald Trump.
Kellyanne Conway: Americans are not 'buying' impeachment this holiday season
Kellyanne Conway, counselor to President Trump, said Monday, “For all the incredible buying power in this Trump economy, you know what Americans are not buying this holiday season? Impeachment.”
Putin meets new Ukraine leader for first time
Both leaders met along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Oil slips as weak China exports highlight trade war impact
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Oil prices fell on Monday after data showed Chinese exports declined for a fourth straight month, sending jitters through a market already concerned about damage to global demand by the trade war between Washington and Beijing.
Businessman tasks Nigerians on fighting corruption
Mr Zubair Idris the Project Manager, Wadata Communications Nigeria Limited, has called for active participation of Nigerians in the fight against...
FBI now treating investigation into Pensacola naval station shooting as an 'act of terror'
The motive behind a 21-year-old gunman's attack on Naval Air Station Pensacola remains undetermined, but the FBI is treating it as "an act of terror," a member of the agency said.
Met Office issues yellow weather warning, with 'strong winds' expected in Greater Manchester
The warning includes Greater Manchester
Keeper Hill among 22 on course for Caspian Caviar Gold Cup
Warren Greatrex feels the Caspian Caviar Gold Cup could be the right race for Keeper Hill after the recent Haydock winner was among 22 five-day confirmations for the valuable handicap chase at Cheltenham on Saturday.
LHC to hear Maryam Nawaz's petition for removal of name from ECL today
December 09: Russian company Gazprom is set to initiate the feasibility study in the first quarter of 2020 for laying down undersea pipeline starting from Persian Gulf to Pakistan, India and Bangladesh initially that will ultimately end to China after touching Myanmar and Thailand, a senior official of the Petroleum Division privy to the development told The News.
WHO refutes Prakash Javadekar, says, ‘we wish air pollution didn’t kill people, but it does’
The environment minister had earlier claimed in Parliament that there was no established link between air pollution and a shorter life span.
Five major industrial fire accidents that shook the nation's conscience
Each of these mishaps snuffed out innocent lives, often due to negligence on the part of the authorities
Supreme Court allows divisive Kentucky abortion law to begin
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to hear arguments about a new Kentucky rule that requires physicians show women seeking abortions ultrasound images of their unborn fetuses, allowing the controversial law to take effect.
Anwar’s party faces full-blown schism
Anwar’s party faces full-blown schism
Delhi Anaj Mandi fire: Owner of gutted floor AAP worker, says Manoj Tiwari
Manoj Tiwari has claimed that Rehan, owner of the floor of the building which was engulfed by a massive fire in Anaj Mandi area, is said to be an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) worker.
J&K declares 2 detention locations as subsidiary jails
One is for three former chief ministers – Farooq Abdullah, his son Omar and Mehbooba Mufti.
A War with North Korea Would Bring Chaos to Millions. There Is Another Option.
Maximum pressure has failed and the cost of a military option is unacceptably high. A peace agreement is the only option.
Top news of the day: Lok Sabha discusses Citizenship Amendment Bill; Russia banned from Olympics and other major sporting events for four years, and more
The major news headlines of the day, and more.
Monday's Formula 1 news roundup: Lewis Hamilton, Helmut Marko, Daniel Ricciardo
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest Formula 1 news on Monday, December 9.
SNL's NATO Cafeteria Cold Open Gives Donald Trump the Cold Shoulder
The cast took advantage of the NATO drama on their show Saturday night.
UK election campaign enters final rounds with Brexit on the line
Johnson is hoping to regain the Conservative majority lost by his predecessor Theresa May in the last election, just two years ago, while Corbyn is aiming to upset the odds and usher in the first Labour government for nine years.
Beijing orders Chinese government to dump all Windows PCs by 2022
China replace all Windows PCs for government use for security reasons by 2022 due to a new government directive to "uncouple" for western technology
Citizenship Amendment Bill: How Amit Shah Defended Excluding Muslims
The Lok Sabha voted in favour of the introduction of the bill after protests by opposition leaders.
Russia Banned from 2020 Olympics, 2022 World Cup, for Doping
The deputy director general of the Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA), Margarita Pakhnotskaya, said the WADA decision was "well-expected."
Police seal off Rutherglen car park after two men seriously assaulted in murder bid
Two men, aged 51 and 25, were rushed to hospital after the incident on East Kilbride Road on Sunday night.
NK tried out rocket engine in 'very important' test
Satellite imagery captured before and after North Korea conducted what it called a "very important" test at its missile launch site suggested it had tested a rocket engine, experts said on Monday.
Abdullah’s Team Sees No Outcome from Election Meeting
Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah’s campaign team at a news conference on Monday said the meeting about the elections in Kabul was politically-motivated, which could not lead to a solution.
Ready for more United States prisoner swaps: Iran
Iran said Monday it was open to more prisoner swaps with the US while stressing an exchange at the weekend was not the result of formal negotiations with its arch-foe. US President Donald Trump thanked Iran for what he called a "very fair negotiation" after an American scholar was released Saturday in exchange for an Iranian scientist held in the United States.
GITAM plans to set up National Orthopaedic Learning Centre
CME programme on total knee arthroplasty organised
UK general election 2019: What each party are offering to football fans in London
Football has been on the agenda for the Conservatives, Labour and the Liberal Democrats this election but which political party is offering what to fans ahead of polling day on December 12?
Johnson ‘looking at’ abolishing BBC licence fee
The Prime Minister said whilst his party are currently “not planning to get rid of all TV licence fees”, he is “certainly looking at it”.
Turkey will always defend its interests, Defense Minister Akar says
Turkey is in favor of dialogue with regional actors when it comes to the Eastern Mediterranean, Defense Minister Hulusi Akar said Monday, adding that the...
Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects
Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters. Turkey's Interior Ministry, which made the announcement, gave no details. France's Foreign Ministry declined to comment, but diplomatic sources
Debt profile: MAN raises concerns over Nigeria’s rising figures
Manufacturers in Nigeria have disclosed that President Buhari's request for more loan to fund the 2020 budget is a serious source of concern.
China claims it has freed Uighurs and other minorities in Xinjiang
‘All the trainees . . . have completed their studies,’ says governor, without evidence
Russia banned for four years from global sporting events including the Olympics
The World Anti-Doping Agency announced the suspension this morning.
Turkey hopes to still receive F-35 stealth fighters from US
It is premature to talk about Turkey’s purchase of Russian fighter jets as Ankara still expects to receive American F-35 aircraft, Turkish Defence Minister Hulusi Akar stated. “We must wait and see how things develop. Turkey is an independent state and it will do what it sees fit. If the US refuses to fulfil its obligations on the supply of F-35s, we can find other suppliers. Many planes are manufactured in the world, and finding an option is not a problem. But we want to cooperate with the United States because it is our partner”, Akar said on the television channel NTV. He added that Ankara has explained the situation to its American partners many times, and US President Donald Trump admits that it is the right thing. Earlier in December, US Senators Lindsey Graham and Chris Van Hollen sent a letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo telling him that patience with Turkey had long expired and asking the administration to apply Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) sanctions. Last month…
EU agrees future human rights sanctions
Human rights abusers worldwide are to face EU asset freezes and travel bans under new-model sanctions agreed by foreign ministers in Brussels Monday. "Today, the EU unanimously decided to legislate a worldwide EU human rights sanction regime," Dutch forei...
Huge fight breaks out at Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park
'Everyone was getting pushed back but there was nowhere to go.'
Congress’ Stand On CAB Hypocritical; This Act Passed By Nehru Government In 1950 Had Similar Provisions
The CAB only makes the 1950 Act more robust and explicit.
Republican counsel appears to disregard previous testimony about Ukraine during impeachment hearing
Republican lawyer Steve Castor seemed to forget about some previous impeachment testimony during his own appearance before the House Judiciary Committee on Monday. Castor argued that Ukraine didn't feel pressure from President Trump to investigate his domestic political arrivals and that the country's government wasn't even aware of a freeze in U.S. military aid until the end of August. Previous witnesses in the House Intelligence Committee's hearings, however, had a different story. Their testimony claimed that at least some Ukrainian officials knew about the hold up the same day as Trump's infamous call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which spurred the impeachment process. How strange that Castor repeats the argument that the Ukrainians didn’t know the aid was withheld until late August, when we have documents and testimony dating it to July 25 if not earlier. — Blake News (@blakehounshell) December 9, 2019 #CastorLiesCastor: Ukraine officials "did not learn it was paused until the pause was reported…
FG to sign MoU with Russian firm on Ajaokuta January - Minister
The Federal Government will sign the Memorandum of Understanding with a Russian firm for the resuscitation of the multi-billion naira Ajaokuta Steel Rol...
Explained: The WTO’s dispute settlements mechanism is all but dead. This is why India should worry
Trump sees the WTO -- which seeks to ensure equal treatment for all its members -- as standing in the way of "America First", tying its hands when it tries to protect American workers or seeks to effectively employ the advantages of being the world's most powerful economy.
Hong Kongers await Beijing olive branch after rare calm
Hong Kongers have delivered a clarion call for change over the last fortnight with a landslide local election defeat for the government and more ...
‘Old man’ Trump is ‘bluffing’ says North Korea: KCNA
North Korea on Monday slammed US President Trump for "bluffing" and called him "an old man bereft of patience" as Pyongyang ramps up pressure on Washington over stalled nuclear talks.
Investigators want motorists’ videos of UPS truck shooting
MIAMI (AP) — The Florida Department of Law Enforcement appealed Monday for anyone who witnessed or has video of last week’s shootout between police and...
North Korea calls Trump 'thoughtless' old man over tweets
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a "thoughtless and sneaky old man" after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn't want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders and affect the American presidential election by resuming hostile acts.
Minister: Polio virus probably brought in from outside Malaysia
PUTRAJAYA, Dec 9 — The polio virus which infected a three-month-old Malaysian boy from Tuaran, Sabah is suspected to have come from outside Sabah, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad. He said there were two possibilities how the polio virus, which had been eradicated 27 years ago,...
French basketball player fined in China for not looking at flag
A French former NBA player has been reprimanded and fined $1,400 by sports officials in China for not looking at the Chinese flag during the national anthem before a game.
Chemistry: The ‘why’ and ‘what’ of academic drug discovery research at the University of Strathclyde
Prof Colin J Suckling details the ‘why’ and ‘what’ of academic drug discovery research at the University of Strathclyde, as well as his thoughts on the value of a chemistry degree
F-117 Stealth Fighters Are Playing the Enemy (Taking on F-22s, F-15s and F-16s)
“I witnessed an F-117 along with four F-16s go up against F-15s and F-22s. The F-117's callsign was KNIGHT, the F-16s were GOMER and MIG, and they were communicating on the aggressor frequency.”
Amazon says Trump's obsession with screwing over Jeff Bezos is reason company lost $10 billion Pentagon contract, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Amazon recently lost out to Microsoft on a $10 billion contract, called JEDI, to help the Department of Defense move its sensitive data to the cloud.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
China tech/Lenovo: battle standard
Beijing should remember that all armies depend on their supply lines
Video: Thor Silva, son of Wanderlei, wins amateur Muay Thai debut in 30 seconds
MMA legend Wanderlei Silva watched his son make a successful Muay Thai debut over the weekend.
Official: Base shooter watched shooting videos before attack
PENSACOLA, Fla. — The Saudi student who fatally shot three sailors at a U.S. naval base in Florida hosted a dinner party earlier in the week where he and three others watched videos of mass shootings, a U.S. official told The Associated Press on Saturday.
Why Karnataka bypolls will give battered BJP some confidence
The BJP was looking battered following the Shiv Sena's Maharashtra machinations and a threat to repeat the feat in neighbouring Goa. Karnataka bypolls victory has given the BJP a shot in the arm in the middle of Jharkhand Assembly election.
Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019: What does it do, why is it seen as a problem
The Bill,seeks to amend the definition of illegal immigrant for Hindu, Sikh, Parsi, Buddhist and Christian immigrants from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh, who have lived in India without documentation.
Imran urges overseas Pakistanis to invest in Pak, says learn from Indians
He lamented that Pakistani people were unaware of the dire consequences corruption could have on their lives
DUP accuses Boris Johnson of breaking his word on union commitment
The PM is embarking on a blitz of Labour’s heartlands as the election campaign enters its final few days.
Frames per second: Killing Gandhi, again
Neither the mahatma's murder, nor the Babri demolition was a result of madness. Astute men and women planned both, funded them, and provided logistical and ideological support
Magistrate declines dismissing Bajjo’s case
The prosecution alleges that during the month of June 2019 in various places such as Masaka, Mbarara, Ibanda and Kampala, Bajjo incited members of the public.
Russian President Vladimir Putin Arrives in French Capital Paris for Normandy Four Talks - Video
The Normandy Format was created in 2014 to resolve the conflict in Eastern Ukraine. The representatives of the Normandy Four states: Germany, Russia, Ukraine and France, will participate in the talks. Their last previous meeting took place three years ago, in October 2016.
Shah defends Citizenship Amendment Bill, says has backing of 1.3 bn people
"We will have to differentiate between intruders and refugees. Citizenship amendment bill does not discriminate against anyone and does not snatch anyone's rights," he said.
Juice Wrld Reportedly Took Multiple Percocets To Evade Police Prior To Death
He was pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Embattled governor of Kenya capital denies corruption charges
Sonko, a member of President Uhuru Kenyatta’s ruling Jubilee Party, said in a statement posted on his social media accounts on Sunday that his arrest was “politically schemed.”
Citizenship Amendment Bill has endorsement of India's 130 crore citizens: Amit Shah
Trying to allay apprehensions of people of the Northeast, Shah said the Narendra Modi Government is committed to protect the customs and culture of people of the region and informed that Manipur will be brought under Inner Line Permit regime, where the proposed law will not be applicable.
Watch live: Democrats lay out impeachment case against President Donald Trump
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Democratic investigators began to detail their impeachment case against President Donald Trump at a hearing on Capitol Hill Monday, presenting evidence to the House judiciary committee.
Activists storm into Malta PM's office to demand his resignation
Activists have barged into the building that houses the office of Malta's Prime Minister Joseph Muscat to demand his immediate resignation amid an investigation into the 2017 killing of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
NATO-China: New relationship challenges
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the founding of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Last week, leaders of its 29 member states gathered for a two-day summit in London. And for the very first time, the group in its joint statement named and mentioned China. As Jens Stoltenberg, the NATO secretary general, has…
PHX PD: Juvenile accused of firing gun near private police academy
A minor teen is accused of firing shots outside a private police and fire academy in Phoenix.
Algeria Youth Scorn 'Dinosaur' Old Guard Ahead of Polls
Algeria's contentious presidential election campaign is highlighting the deep gulf between young people at the heart of a street protest movement and an aging elite they see as clinging to power. The poll, set for Thursday, will see five candidates,
Man arrested after woman seriously injured in Newton Mearns house as cops probe 'disturbance'
The 41-year-old woman was raced to hospital.
Finland: Sanna Marin to become world's youngest PM at 34
Finland's left-wing Social Democrats, who lead a five-party coalition government, have picked 34-year-old Minister of Transport and Communications Sanna Marin to become the country's youngest-ever prime minister next week, taking over after the resignation of Antti Rinne.
Russia banned from international sporting events for 4 years over doping
The World Anti-Doping Agancy (WADA) said on Monday that Russia would not be able to officially compete in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo
AIMA MAT December phase 2 exam postponed: Check revised dates, exam pattern
AIMA MAT December phase 2: The PBT and CBT exams were to be conducted on December 8 and 14, respectively and now will be held on December 14 and 15 instead.
Nigeria, Iran in fresh talks over El-Zakzaky
Nigerian and Iranian governments are holding fresh talks on the leader of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, Ibrahim El-Zakzaky. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyed Abbas Mousavi, on Sunday,...
WWE star Sami Zayn stands up to 'homophobic moron' in heated altercation
The SmackDown star was performing at a WWE house show in Daytona Beach, Florida when a row broke out on Sunday night
Rwanda begins vaccinating against Ebola near DR Congo border
Rwanda has started a voluntary Ebola vaccination programme at its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo in a bid to prevent the spread of the deadly virus from its neighbour.
Karnataka bypolls: Siddaramaiah resigns as CLP leader over Cong' poor show
The Congress, which held 12 of the 15 seats where byelections were held on December five, won only two, in a huge set-back to the opposition party
2 arrested after fight breaks out at Jewel Changi Airport
SINGAPORE: Two men were arrested on Sunday (Dec 8) after a fight broke out outside the A&W restaurant at Jewel Changi Airport. In response to ...
Kano Gov, elders trade words over creation of new Emirates
The creation of four new Emirates of Rano, Karaye, Bichi and Gaya from the former Kano Emirate has led to an exchange of words between Governor...
Supreme Court leaves Kentucky's ultrasound law in place
The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions. The justices did not comment in refusing to review an appeals court ruling that upheld the law. Enforcement of the law had been on hold pending the legal
Rapper and Singer Juice WRLD Dead at 21 After Having Seizure at Airport
The rapper and singer Juice WRLD died on Sunday from apparent cardiac arrest. It happened after his private jet, bound from Los Angeles, landed in his
Nigerians React As Buhari Replaces Babatunde Fowler As FIRS Chairman
The tenure of Babatunde Fowler as the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) ended today, with President Buhari opting not to reappoint him for a second tenure.
Fake doctor who performed fatal surgeries on 15 patients jailed 54 years in Adamawa
A high court in Yola, Adamawa state capital, has sentenced Ibrahim Mustapha, a fake medical doctor, to 54 years in prison. In June, the Department of State Services (DSS) arrested
4.5 magnitude earthquake hits Tuscany, no victims
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit the central Italian region of Mugello on Monday, sending panicked residents into the streets but causing minimal damage to buildings.
Chance The Rapper, Lil Uzi Vert and Gucci Mane pay tribute to Juice WRLD
Key figures from the hip-hop community have paid their respects.
Laytown man found not guilty of threatening to murder ex-girlfriend's partner
Following a trial at the Central Criminal Court the jury of seven men and five women took two hours and 40 minutes to find Robert Lawlor not (NOT) guilty on all five charges against him.
Ekiti poll: Fayemi tasks police on killing
Fayemi of Ekiti has directed the police to fish out the killers of one Dotun Kosedake who was shot during Saturday’s local government election in the state.
Man attacked in his home in Telford
A man was attacked in his home in Telford.
Torrential rains in Uganda, 26 killed, says Red Cross
KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) - At least 26 people have been killed in floods unleashed by heavy rains in different parts of Uganda, the Red Cross said on Monday as authorities urged people in affected areas to relocate.
Three youth go on a robbing spree, arrested within 24 hours
They strike at six persons within eight hours
China’s solar PV market grows despite US tariffs - GlobalData
The global solar PV market is expected to see a 13% growth in installations
Court remand police officer in prison over alleged murder of truck driver in Ondo
37-year-old police officer, Idowu Omosuyi, has been remanded in Olokuta Correctional Service, for allegedly killing a truck driver, Ade Saleh, along Uso/Owo in Owo Local Government Area of the state. The 37-year-old officer was arraigned on
Russia banned from Olympics for four years over doping scandal: TASS
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia was banned from the Olympics and world championships in a range of sports on Monday after the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) ruled to punish it for manipulating laboratory data, the TASS news agency reported.
Five Soldiers Killed in Suicide Attack In Helmand
At least five soldiers were killed and four others were wounded in a suicide attack in southern Helmand province on Monday, the Ministry of Defense (MoD) said in a statement.
Body found in search for Perth pensioner Michael McGannon missing overnight as cops treat death as ‘unexplained’
A BODY has been found in the search for Perth pensioner Michael McGannon – who disappeared overnight in torrid conditions. Cops launched a search for the 73-year-old, who had last been seen a…
"Powerful case" for inquiry into Birmingham pub bombings - Prime Minister
"I will look very hard at what we can do," he tells campaigns
11 red sanders operatives nabbed at two places in Kadapa district
Accused resorted to stone pelting for several hours, say police
China's Plan for 6 Aircraft Carriers Just 'Sank'
China reportedly is slowing its plan to acquire two aircraft carriers for each of its regional fleets. Instead of speeding ahead with the development of a six-carrier fleet -- two each for the
Sanna Marin Appointed As Finland’s Youngest Prime Minister Aged 34
A 34-year-old transport minister and lawmaker will become Finland’s youngest ever prime minister and its third female government leader
Protests over Panipat intensify in Rajasthan, hall vandalised
Several theatres stopped screening of the film following protests
Boom in seahorse poaching spells bust for Italy’s coastal habitats
Ocean species endangered as black market trade devastates marine life across Puglia region
Meet Taoheed Bayo, the 21-year-old student from Nigeria designing sneakers for Nike
A Nigerian native, Taoheed Bayo has joined the list of young Africans taking the world by storm after winning a Nike design challenge. An undergraduate student of the University of Minnesota pursuing a degree in actuarial science, was among several across the United States chosen to participate in the Nike BY You X Cultivator contest after being informed of...
Forex Club Shutters FX Operations in Russia
Forex Club has stopped accepting services for Russian users in what has become a trend in 2019.
Flashy Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges
Nairobi, Kenya | AFP | The flashy governor of Nairobi on Monday pleaded not guilty to over 30 charges of money laundering, receiving bribes and conflict of interest in a court appearance held under tight security. Governor Mike , the latest top official to be hauled in on corruption charges in Kenya, is accused of having …
Observers rate Ekiti LG elections free, fair
The Coalition of Civil Society Domestic Election Observer Groups has described the Saturday’s local government elections in Ekiti as free
Africom confirms Russian air defense system downed US drone in Libya
U.S. Africa Command (Africom) has confirmed that an unarmed American drone over the Libyan capital last month was shot down by Russian air defenses, reported Reuters. Africom dropped three headlines via Reuters in the overnight, revealing how the surveillance drone was shot down over Tripoli. The headlines specify Russian military contractors have operated alongside east Libya-based commander Khalifa Haftar in Libya’s bloody civil war. The contractors used Russian missile defense systems last month to shoot down a US drone. Africom’s Gen. Stephen Townsend told Reuters in a statement that he believes the Russian air defense operators “didn’t know it was a US remotely piloted aircraft when they fired on it.” “But they certainly know who it belongs to now and they are refusing to return it. They say they don’t know where it is, but I am not buying it,” Townsend said.
19-year-old shot in leg during Everett-area invasion robbery
Two males reportedly entered the victim’s home and demanded money. Then shots were fired.
'Rocket Man' and 'The Dotard,' redux
Kim Jong Un is maintaining a balance of terror with the North Korean people, who have no means to escape.
Pakistani FM, Saudi envoy discuss regional issues
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan army spokesperson on Monday rejected media reports suggesting that Pakistani and Iranian security forces conducted joint border patrolling. “News published by Dawn today ('Pak-Iran Forces jointly conduct border patrolling') is factually incorrect,” Director-General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Maj. Gen. Asif Ghafoor, said in a tweet. He added
Karnataka bypolls: BJP wins Yellapur seat by 31k votes
BJP candidate from Yellapur Arabail Shivaram Hebbar became the first candidate to register a victory in the by-polls to 15 assembly constituencies in Karnataka
Bus-stoning suspects hunted by C. Sur cops
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Trump a 'heedless and erratic old man,' North Korea says, after tweets about Kim Jong Un
North Korea took aim at President Trump on Monday, dubbing him a "heedless and erratic old man" after he tweeted leader Kim Jong Un wouldn't want to "void his special relationship" with him or the U.S. by interfering in the 2020 election by acting "in a hostile way."
North Korea calls Trump ‘erratic old man’ after tweets
The comments came after Donald Trump tweeted that North Korea’s Kim Jong Un would not want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
Yediyurappa firms up strength as BJP sweeps Karnataka bypoll
Party wins 12 out of 15 seats; Siddaramaiah, Gundu Rao quit Congress party posts
Don’t rush into bad law: Giving India the data protection law it deserves
The process to develop a data protection law has been slow and opaque, and the rumours coming out of the government are not encouraging that the bill will deliver the privacy protections that Indians need and deserve.
Meet Ali, 25. Boris Johnson's biggest challenger
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All northbound lanes of Highway 73 at Tobacco Road open after of vehicle crash
All northbound lanes of Highway 73 at Tobacco Road outside Cambridge are open after a vehicle crash, according to a news release.
Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict
Russian leader Vladimir Putin will for the first time hold formal talks with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict in ...
Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn’s campaign itineraries compared
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Here is the reason Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria is trending on social media
Most beautiful girl in Nigeria and Nigeria's representative at the 2019 Miss Universe pageant, Oluwatosin Araromi is trending on social media. Araromi won the hearts of viewers of the pageant when she celebrated Miss South Africa.
Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — even as costs rose to $1 trillion and 2,351 American troop's lives
Thousands of pages of notes from hundreds of interviews reveal true US assessments of the war in Afghanistan, and it's not a pretty picture.
Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari drops Jai Prakash as vice president, move surprises many in party
Removal of Prakash has come as a "surprise" for many in the party as he is considered close to Rajya Sabha member Vijay Goel. "The timing of the decision is questionable since Tiwari himself has completed his three-year term as the president of Delhi BJP. Jai Prakash is known for his closeness to Goel," said a top Delhi BJP leader.
CP Rail train derails near Lanigan, Sask., sparking fire that closes highway
A Canadian Pacific freight train hauling crude derailed overnight sparking a fire that forced the closure of part of a major highway south of Humboldt, Sask.
Preserve bodies till Dec 13: Telangana HC after adjourning Hyderabad 'encounter'
The Court directed the state advocate general to produce documentary evidence as to whether the police fully followed the guidelines of the Supreme Court on the encounter issue.
Opec production cuts compliance could push oil price to $70
The combination of strong production cut compliance from Opec and its allies and a US-China trade deal could push the price of Brent crude to $70 in 2020.
Reports: Library in China burned 'illegal' books
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Reports in China that a library staff burned dozens of "illegal" books is drawing controversy in the country, but the articles and social media posts on the matter have been removed.
1 transported after SUV crashes into Miami Gardens cellphone store
MIAMI GARDENS, FLA. (WSVN) - Rescue crews have transported a person to the hospital after an SUV made a smashing stop into a Metro PCS...
3 Big Things Today, December 9, 2019
Soybeans were higher in overnight trading on U.S.-China trade optimism.
NHRC seeks report in 'catastrophic' Delhi fire, issues notices to govt
About 100-150 people were sleeping when the fire broke out and most of the victims choked to death.
High Court adjourns Angela Kerins' damages claim over PAC treatment
A damages claim by former Rehab CEO Angela Kerins over her treatment by the Dáil Public Accounts Committee has been adjourned at the High Court to January.
UK Labour’s McDonnell: Markets realize PM Johnson's promises on Brexit are not implementable
"There wouldn't be a run on the pound under a Labour government, " opposition Labour Party’s Finance Policy Chief and the second most powerful man, Jo
Six Wounded as Four Rockets Hit Military Base Near Baghdad International Airport
Iraq has been gripped by massive demonstrations that have swept across the country since early October. The protesters are demanding the government's resignation, economic reforms, improved living standards and social welfare and an end to corruption.
Almost 600 patients waiting for beds in Irish hospitals
Limerick and Cork have two of the worst hit hospitals today.
Sowore: APC accuses Atiku of spreading falsehood - The Nation Newspaper
Tony Akowe, Abuja The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Sunday night accused former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar of spreading falsehood about the event leading the rearrest of the founder of #RebolutionNow, Omoyele Sowore by operatives of the Department of State Services in Friday at the Federal High Court in Abuja. National Publicity Secretary of the […]
Mysterious Hackers Strike BMW And Hyundai
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A new North American trade deal looks like it's close
Impeachment hearings don't look like they're getting in the way of Congress hammering out a new trade deal for North America. Richard Trumka, the president of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations, said Monday that there's a deal in place. He added that he'll meet with his executive committee in the afternoon to discuss it, but he hinted that he feels optimistic about it. "We have pushed them hard and have done quite well," he said. The AFL-CIO is a key player in the negotiations, since it's the largest federation of unions in the U.S. The organization opposes the existing North American Free Trade agreement between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, which it blames for the decline in manufacturing jobs with good wages, so its support likely means the potential agreement includes stronger labor protections than NAFTA or the replacement agreement signed by President Trump in 2018. Republicans in both chambers are expected to support the new deal overwhelmingly, and the AFL-CIO stamp…
Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges
Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against U.S. President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.
House Judiciary Committee holds hearing on impeachment evidence: Live updates
The House Judiciary Committee is holding an impeachment hearing Monday where committee lawyers are presenting evidence in the case, as Democrats begin to draft articles of impeachment against President Trump at the direction of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
SANDF helicopters airlift 70 trapped guests at Centurion Hotel
The South African Weather Service has issued a watch for more heavy rain in Gauteng this evening.
Amazon says Trump’s ‘improper pressure’ doomed Pentagon bid
Amazon says President Donald Trump’s “improper pressure” and behind-the-scenes attacks harmed its chances of winning a $10 billion Pentagon contract. The Pentagon awarded the cloud...
Sowore: Whistleblowers' coalition condemns SSS invasion of court
The coalition urged President Muhammadu Buhari to punish the officials of the SSS and leadership of the agency for the invasion of a courtroom in an attempt to rearrest Mr Sowore.
Tokyo Olympics 2020: Russia banned from major sporting championships
The sporting superpower is being punished for tampering with drug-testing data.
Angus man, 44, assaulted his ex after she finished their relationship on Valentine’s Day
Neil Wares, 44, of Peffers Place, Forfar, was placed on a nine-month community payback order with supervision, and made the subject of a one-year non harassment order.
Russia, Ukraine to revive peace process, exchange prisoners
President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Volodymyr Zelenskiy of Ukraine sat down together for the first time at the French presidential palace along with the leaders of France and Germany for talks focused on reviving a 2015 peace agreement for eastern Ukraine that has largely stalled.
Missing toddler found dead in northwestern Wisconsin
Authorities say a toddler who went missing in northwestern Wisconsin has been found dead. Rice Lake police say they received a call about 9:30 p.m. Sunday that a 2-year-old girl was missing from her home and that the front door was open.
Finland’s Sanna Marin set to become world’s youngest prime minister at 34
She will lead an alliance of five parties that are all headed by women.
Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov to visit Washington, US confirms
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will welcome his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov on Tuesday -- the Russian's first visit to Washington since a controversial 2017 meeting with US President Donald Trump, the State Department announced. The brief statement about the meeting, to be held at the State Department, said Pompeo and Lavrov would "discuss a broad range of regional and bilateral issues." On Friday, a Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman said the meeting was being "prepared" for Tuesday.
A new video game about the 2020 election lets you fight as Donald Trump, Andrew Yang, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, or Cory Booker
"Yang2020 Path to Presidency" will let players fight as Andrew Yang, President Donald Trump, and more of the 2020 presidential candidates.
Plymouth man denies bleach attack on mother and toddler
Defendant accused of throwing liquid over pair is to face trial in May
US Bill on Xinjiang violates international law, region's governor says
A recent US measure on Xinjiang is a severe violation of international law and gross interference in China's internal affairs, the governor of the ...
The surprising things stolen from luxury hotel rooms
When checking out of a five-star hotel, thrifty travelers have been known to slip a few shower caps, mini-shampoos or even slippers into their suitcases.
North Korea warns ‘erratic old man’ Trump that it has ‘nothing more to lose’
North Korea released a statement warning President Trump that it has “nothing more to lose” after he condemned its recent missile tests.
SEA Games 2019: Singapore swimmer Amanda Lim sets meet record, qualifies for Tokyo Olympics
On Sunday, Singapore swimmer Amanda Lim won the 50m freestyle at the SEA Games 2019 – and in the process, broke the meet record and also qualified for the Tokyo Olympics in 2020.
Emergency services race to tackle double decker bus fire near to Dunfermline’s Queen Anne High School
EMERGENCY services have raced to put out a double decker bus blaze near a Dumfermline secondary school. Scottish Fire and Rescue bolted to the scene as the bus went up in flames near Queen Anne Hig…
Jordan jails man over plot to attack Israel embassy
Man who plotted to attack Israeli embassy in Amman sentencd to 8 years in prison.
SC to hear BCCI cases in January
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to list before an appropriate Bench the main BCCI case and connected applications to be heard in January 2020.A Bench led by Chief Justice S.A. Bobde acceded to an o
Fashion Industry Warns the World to Heed Dire Climate Warnings
The global fashion industry is drawing on its own "social and cultural weight" to lead the world into tackling climate change.
Brit arrested after 'two-mile wrecking spree' with 'stolen coach' in Benidorm
CCTV footage shows the coach smashing into mopeds and cars at the side of the road in Benidorm, Spain, after it was allegedly stolen from a depot by a British man
China to remove foreign tech from government offices amid US trade war
The policy — which reportedly affects both hardware and software — could strike a big blow to American tech companies such as Microsoft, HP and Dell.
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Judd Gregg: Send them home
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Coal Scam: SC Asks SG To Suggest Names To Replace Special Prosecutor
The Supreme Court on Monday did not take kindly to the ED's request for changing certain investigating officers associated with the Coal-gate scam.Solicitor General Tushar Mehta had sought permission...
Wind warnings still in place from Storm Atiyah
Weather warnings remain in place for south-west and north-east regions owing to strong winds from Storm Atiyah. And more strong gusts are forecast from a second storm expected to hit the country on Tuesday. The Met Office has forecast England and Scotland will be “windy across all areas” with severe gales possible in the northwest, with wind gusts potentially reaching 100mph. The south-west of England and Wales were buffered overnight by gales of up to 70mph after the storm swept in from Ireland, where it disrupted transport and power networks.
Mbalula: Placing Prasa Under Administration Will Get It Back On Track
JOHANNESBURG – Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula said his decision to place Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) under administration with immediate effect will allow for rapid action to get the parastatal back on track. Mbalula made the surprise announcement at a briefing in Braamfontein on Monday shortly after informing staff about the decision, which […]
Kang Daniel fans donate 12.1 million won to terminally ill children to celebrate his 23rd birthday
Fans are celebrating Kang Daniel's 23rd birthday by making a big donation to terminally ill children.According to one of idols' fan-made Da…
Turn Your Deceased Loved One Into Soil: First Human Compost Site to Open in 2021
Startup Recompose is providing a greener way to honor the deceased.
Supreme Court refuses to hear opioid case involving OxyContin makers
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a case Monday that accused Purdue Pharma of moving billions of dollars in an effort to shield them from a spate of pending lawsuits over the popular opioid painkiller OxyContin.
Police called to sudden death of man
Police were called to the sudden death of a man in Bury St Edmunds this morning.
Fox News dedicated a segment to QAnon, and supporters of the conspiracy theory are happy for the attention
On "Watters' World," the Fox News host Jesse Watters told a political-science professor that one of his good friends was a QAnon supporter.
AUD/USD slides to 0.6820 horizontal support
The AUD/USD pair refreshed daily lows during the early European session on Monday and is currently placed near the 0.6820 horizontal support. The pair
Finland's Sanna Marin set to become the world’s youngest Prime Minister at 34 - but who has slipped down the list?
A 34-year-old transport minister is set to become Finland’s youngest prime minister ever and its third female government leader. Finland’s ruling Social Democratic Party council voted 32-29 to name Sanna Marin over rival Antti Lindtman to take over the government’s top post from incumbent Antti Rinne. Having emerged as Finland’s largest party in the April election, the Social Democrats can appoint one of their own to the post of prime minister in the Nordic nation of 5.5 million.
Court hostage is also part of state capture
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Citizenship Amendment Bill Introduced In Lok Sabha Amidst Opposition Uproar
The motion to introduce the Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019 was cleared in the Lok Sabha on Monday with 293 'ayes' and 82 'noes'.Union Home Minister Amit Shah moved the motion to introduce the...
Zelensky meeting with Macron, Merkel in Paris
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WADA Revokes Russia's Right to Take Part or Host Int'l Sporting Events for Four Years
In November, WADA’s Compliance Review Committee recommended to the Executive Committee several punitive measures against the Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA), saying that Russia should not have the right to host any editions of major sports events for four years.
Swimmer dies off Co Antrim coast
A swimmer has died and another has been taken to hospital after getting into difficulty in the sea off the Antrim coast.
Arrests made after deadly New Delhi factory fire
New Delhi police have arrested the owner and manager at a factory where 43 people perished in the Indian capital's deadliest fire in 20 years.
Owaisi rips the Citizenship bill in LS saying it seeks to make Muslims ‘stateless'
AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday launched a blistering attack on the Union government in Lok Sabha over the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, saying it was aimed at making Muslims 'stateless' and will lead to another partition. Invoking Mahatma Gandhi, Owaisi said he was called Mahatma after he tore the discriminatory
Leadership crisis in Nairobi County after Sonko graft charges
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Seven teenagers released by police after train driver attacked in Rugeley
Seven teenage boys who were arrested after a train driver was attacked in Rugeley have been released under investigation.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Kentucky abortion law
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a challenge to a Kentucky law requiring doctors to describe ultrasound images and play fetal heartbeat sound to abortion seekers.
Tentative deal on trade pact
House Democrats have reached a tentative agreement with labour leaders and the White House over a rewrite of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade deal that has been a top priority for President Donald Trump.
Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters.
Young woman's murderer attempts suicide
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Russia anti-doping chief says 'no chance' of winning ban appeal
More sports News: The head of Russia's anti-doping agency said on Monday that his country had "no chance" of winning an appeal against a four-year international sportin
Finnish minister set to become country's youngest prime minister at age of 34
Sanna Marin will also become the world’s youngest sitting PM, according to Finland’s biggest newspaper.
North Korea tells Donald Trump it has 'nothing to lose'
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- North Korea warned the United States on Monday that it has "nothing to lose," following a tweet from President Donald Trump.
Boris has fishy start to last few days by campaigning in Labour heartland
The prime minister will spend the final three days targeting voters in traditional Labour strongholds.
WhatsApp broadens call waiting option to Android
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Election 2019: BBC licence could be scrapped, Boris Johnson hints
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NHRC says Delhi Anaj Mandi fire was catastrophe waiting to happen, asks for detailed report
Describing the Anaj Mandi fire incident as a “catastrophe” waiting to happen, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on December 9 issued notices to the Delhi government, the city’s police chief
Supreme Court Upholds Kentucky Abortion Law
A Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions was upheld Monday by the U.S. Supreme Court.
In Pictures: Fishy encounter and scenic views as parties launch final voter push
The PM visited a fish market while the SNP battle bus took a trip to the Highlands.
Who is Ali Milani?
Raised by a single mother, Ali Milani studied politics at Brunel University, where he was also the student union president as well as Vice-President of National Union of Students.
Experts tell Liberal Democrats to vote Labour in Southport to kick the Tories out
Southport is seen as a three-way marginal and for many years
How a nuclear plant got hacked
India's Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KNPP) publicly admitted they discovered malware on their networks. It likely could have been easily avoided.
Aivali: A Story of Greeks and Turks in 1922 by Soloup review – a moving graphic novel
The traumas of the Turks and Greeks forced to flee their homes a century ago are drawn with moving simplicity and speak clearly to today’s refugee crisis
Jim Jordan: House Democratic staff not 'accountable to the people'
Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan said House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff should be testifying before the House Judiciary Committee instead of lawyers for the two parties arguing over whether or not to impeach President Trump.
Johnson casts net for votes at fish market
Boris Johnson posed for selfies and watched a fish auction as cod and haddock were sold at Grimsby Fish Market.
Amazon Accuses Trump of ‘Improper Pressure’ on JEDI Contract
In a legal complaint, Amazon said that the president attacked the company behind the scenes to harm its C.E.O., Jeff Bezos, “his perceived political enemy.”
Five dead as popular New Zealand volcano erupts
Wellington - The death toll from an eruption at the popular White Island volcano in New Zealand has risen to five with many others injured, police said Monday.
Online account linked to Saudi gunman in Pensacola attack quoted Osama bin Laden
The Saudi national who killed three at a Naval base in Florida may have tweeted a quote by al Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden prior to the shooting.
Huawei cancels smartphone launch in Taiwan after being temporarily banned - Gizmochina
News emanating from Taiwan indicates that Chinese tech giant Huawei may have been forced to cancel the launch of its flagship phone and smartwatch in Taiwan after Taipei imposed a temporary ban on some of its products for listing the island as part of China. Huawei was billed to launch the flagship Mate 30 Pro …
Bolsonaro Says Trade With Argentina Will Go On Despite Fernandez
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Kennedy Center Honors celebrates Sally Field, 'Sesame Street'
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- The 42nd annual Kennedy Center Honors took place on Sunday in Washington, D.C., to celebrate Sesame Street, Sally Field, Earth, Wind & Fire, Linda Ronstadt and Michael Tilson Thomas.
China’s Cutting-Edge PCL191 Multiple Launch Rocket System in Strategic Proximity to Taiwan – Reports
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Article 370: 5-judge SC bench to hear pleas against abrogation tomorrow
The bench also asked the parties to prepare a common compilation of all the documents so that hearing of the matter becomes easier.
Boy oh boy! Two male pandas make public debut at Berlin Zoo
The cuteness level at Berlin Zoo doubled on Monday when a pair of twin panda cubs made their public debut, with the zoo revealing the cuddly bundles of fur were both boys.
Tamil Nadu Human Rights Commission seeks report on suicide bid by Salem youth humiliated by cops
The SHRC has sought a report from the Salem Superintendent of Police
Watchdog report: FBI’s Russia probe justified, no bias found
A watchdog report on the Russia probe finds no evidence of political bias, despite performance failures, according to a summary obtained by The Associated Press.
Pill testing trial 'successful' at music festival, evaluation finds
An evaluation of an Australian pill testing trial has found that the service improved participants' harm reduction knowledge, their trust in health providers and their stated intentions around drug use.
Najib Says He’s Right to Buy $131,000 Gift for Wife: 1MDB Update
(Bloomberg) -- Najib Razak said he has the right to buy birthday presents for his wife and gifts for a former leader of Qatar using funds that prosecutors allege was siphoned from a former unit of 1MDB.Malaysia’s former prime minister testified in court that he spent 763,500 euros ($845,000) at jeweler
Hunsur voters not impressed by promise of a new district
The BJP candidate A.H. Vishwanath’ dream of carving out an area of political sphere for himself by creating a new district of Hunsur by bifurcating Mysuru has failed to enamour the voters. Mr. Vishwan
Amid protests, Shah to table 'contentious' Citizenship Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha
The Bill was passed by the Lok Sabha earlier this year but lapsed with the term of the previous Lok Sabha in the first term of the Narendra Modi government in the Centre.
Police determine package was not suspicious
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Ex-NFL GM Says Dak Prescott Will Sign Massive $400M Deal With Cowboys
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Modi criticised after excluding Muslims from religious persecution citizenship offer
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing renewed criticism after tabling legislation today which will exclude Muslims from an offer of citizenship rights to religious refugees. The Citizenship Amendment Bill will see nationality defined by religion for the first time in India's history but only
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People who were at vocational training centres in China's far west Xinjiang have all "graduated" and are living happy lives, an official said Monday.
Presidential candidates serving in the Senate must recuse themselves from impeachment proceedings
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Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un engaged in mutual insults and threats of devastation in 2017, sending tensions soaring before a diplomatic rapprochement the following year.
Russia out of Olympics, World Cup after 4-year sporting ban for doping violations
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An elephant crossed train tracks by lifting a level crossing gate in North Bengal. The video has gone viral.
Minister urges shoppers to boycott ‘un-Australian’ Coles
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Vietnam ministry may cut some tariffs on U.S. agriculture
Under pressure from the U.S., Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance is proposing to reduce tariffs on some American agriculture products, from chicken to apples.
Next step for China, Vatican is to establish diplomatic ties, top-level mutual visits: bishop
Pope Francis has love and confidence in China and China trusts Pope Francis, said a Vatican bishop during a conference held in China, noting that the next step for the two countries is to establish diplomatic relations, which is at the center of the Pope's heart.
Hyderabad rape-murder: Watch the CCTV footage that helped police solve crime
CCTV footage from near a toll plaza where a Hyderabad woman doctor was gang-raped was a crucial lead that helped the police identify the four men who brutalised the woman and later killed her.
Defence calls no evidence
The defence lawyer for a man accused in the stabbing death of a 13-year-old girl in Abbotsford says no evidence will be called in his defence.
Jharkhand polls: CRPF unit alleges animal-like treatment, claims given drinking water from water canon
An assistant commandant-rank company commander of 222nd battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has written to the state authorities and his headquarters in Delhi.
Fire destroys senior apartment complex under construction in Peekskill
Flames tore through an apartment complex in Westchester County.
Corruption biggest hurdle in progress: Sarwar
LAHORE: Punjab Governor Chaudhry Sarwar on Monday said corruption is the biggest hurdle in the country’s progress and prosperity.In his message on the International Anti-Corruption Day which is
Foreign Policy: What the West gets wrong about Russia's intentions in Ukraine
Moscow never wanted an annexation – it just wanted a bargaining chip. Understanding that is the key to settling the conflict once and for all.
'You guys are based in California, not Ukraine, right?' — an analyst mocked Trump's CrowdStrike conspiracy on the firm's earnings call
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Earthquake strikes Tuscany, damaging buildings and sending people fleeing into the streets
Mayors of towns in the area near the Appennine mountains known as Mugello said there were no injuries from the pre-dawn quake but pictures of cracked buildings flooded social media.
Motorcyclist crash in Cape Coral causes roadblock on Country Club Boulevard
Police are on the scene of a traffic crash involving a vehicle and motorcycle that has northbound Country Club Boulevard.
Lib Dems criticised for 'sneaky and misleading' Devon election letter
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Mr. Kenney goes to Ottawa and income inequality; In The News for Dec. 9
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Russia banned by WADA from 2022 World Cup, 2020 Olympics over doping
Lausanne: The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) on Monday banned Russia for four years from major global sporting events including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, over manipulated doping data.
Vardy hits double in Leicester’s 8th straight victory
LAUSANNE: The World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday banned Russia for four years from major global sporting events including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, over manipulated doping data. WADA's executive committee, meeting in Lausanne, handed Russia the four-year suspension after accusing Moscow of falsifying laboratory doping data handed over to
City sees big margin gains for BJP
Results will have a bearing on the BBMP council and standing committees
Sri Lanka to use Wolbachia bacteria to control Aedes mosquitoes
By NewsDesk @bactiman63 Sri Lankan health officials have reportedly taken steps to introduce Wolbachia bacteria into the environment starting in February. The pilot project is to be carried out in Colombo and Nugegoda. Bacteria are to be released in 25 Grama Niladhari Divisions around Colombo, Deputy Director General of the Ministry of Health Dr. Paba …
Topless Protesters Detained Ahead Of Ukraine Peace Summit In Paris
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Senate passes amendments to 10 articles of trade union law
The Senate on Monday approved draft amendments to 10 articles of the Law on Trade Unions at the fourth session of the fourth legislature. It did so without modification, following its approval by the National Assembly last month. The 10 articles comprise Articles 3, 17, 20, 21, 27, 28, 29, 54, 55 and 59 of the Law on Trade Unions, which was promulgated in 2016.
Marianne Williamson assails Trump for pardoning Charles Manson's corpse (he hasn't)
Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson posted a tweet late Sunday condemning Donald Trump for posthumously pardoning Charles Manson, the cult leader jailed for life after his followe…
Storm Brendan to batter Britain with 100mph winds from tomorrow
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The father of a missing 1-year-old girl was arrested on weapons charges in Connecticut 4 days after the baby's mother was found dead, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
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Watchdog report: FBI’s Russia probe justified, no bias found
A watchdog report on the Russia probe finds no evidence of political bias, despite performance failures, according to a summary obtained by The Associated Press.
Syrian Army, Russian military enter strategic area in northern Raqqa
BEIRUT, LEBANON (4:40 P.M.) – Syrian Arab Army (SAA) units, accompanied by Russian military police, entered a new strategic area that overlooks the Aleppo-Hasakah Highway after the withdrawal of the Turkish Army and their militant allies. According to a military report from northern Syria, the Syrian Arab Army and Russian military police entered the strategic silo town of Sharkrak, which is adjacent to the international highway (M-4) in the northern countryside of Al-Raqqa. The reports said that the deployment of the Syrian Army units around the silos came after the withdrawal of the Turkish army and their allied militants in the ‘Ayn ‘Issa District of the Al-Raqqa Governorate. Previously, Sharkrak was under the control of the Turkish Army and their allies after they captured the area from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). However, per an agreement between Turkey and Russia, the Syrian Arab Army and Russian military were given access to this area for the first time in several years.
Juice Wrld’s Security Guards Arrested for Having Guns at Airport: Report
Details here.
Is Russia using its frozen-conflict playbook in Ukraine?
As Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy meet for the first time Monday, many wonder what Moscow's long-term goal is in
House Democrats lay out case for formal Trump impeachment
The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against U.S. President Donald Trump Monday as Democrats prepare formal charges against him. Trump and his allies lobbed fresh assaults on the proceedings they dismiss as a hoax and a sham.
DUP accuses Boris Johnson of breaking his word on union commitment
Boris Johnson has been accused of breaking his word over his commitment to protect the union between Great Britain and Northern Ireland by the leader of the Democratic Unionist Party. As the Prime Minister faced fresh questions over trade within the UK after Brexit, Arlene Foster said Government officials had told her there would need to be checks. Asked on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme about the sense of some in the unionist community that Mr Johnson’s deal was a “betrayal”, she said: “I think it is right for the leadership of unionism in Northern Ireland to try to work with the prime minister of the day to get the best deal for Northern Ireland. “We will always do that. We will continue to do that. I think it says more about the person who broke their word than me and the leadership of the… Democratic Unionist Party.”
Korean Economy Media reports the outfit worn by BTS’ Jungkook is Sold Out in a flash after Shutterstock's photos of him were released
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'Read the First Amendment': Bloomberg criticized for attacking own reporters about 2020 coverage rules
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg faced criticism over the weekend for comments he made about reporters at his own news publication, Bloomberg News.
Hassan Ali walks ramp with fractured ribs, fans lambast him
Hassan Ali was ruled out of the Pakistan Test squad against Sri Lanka on November 30th due to cortical rib fractures. He had also missed out on the T20I series in Australia due to a back problem.
Canadian Pacific crude train derails, causes fire in Saskatoon: media
(Reuters) - A Canadian Pacific Railway train hauling crude oil derailed west of Guernsey, Saskatoon, causing a fire at around midnight local time, the Global News reported on Monday.
Las Vegas Valley spotty rain clears, dry week expected
Up to .08 inches of rain fell in the mountains south of Henderson as parts of the Las Vegas Valley received precipitation Sunday night.
Finland's new young female prime minister breaks the mold
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Delhi pollution: SC partially lifts ban on construction, allows work only during day time
Earlier in November, the apex court imposed a ban on all kinds of construction work in view of the rising pollution levels in Delhi. This is the longest construction ban that has been enforced in winter months for the past few years.
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Hotel occupancy law not designed to tax Imo citizens arbitrarily —Ihedioha
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8 soldiers killed in Afghan suicide bombing
The Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Cabinet expansion, the next challenge
It is likely to happen early next week
Trade war goes digital: countries eye tariffs on Internet economy
Potentially forcing people to pay duties on software and movie downloads.
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Number of children arrested in North East drops as police turn to restorative justice
The Howard League for Penal reform has welcomed the drop in youth arrests in the Northumbria Police and Durham Constabulary areas
Vehicle crash causes roadblock in North Fort Myers Monday afternoon
Deputies say a vehicle crash in North Fort Myers is causing roadblock on two roads Monday afternoon.
Pound a Solid "Contrarian" Bet Against the Dollar for Early 2020: BofA
Foreign exchange strategists at Bank of America Global Research have confirmed they remains positioned for a further recovery in the Pound against the U.S. Dollar, describing the stance as one of their "best contrarian G10 FX trades" for the foreseeable future
Hundreds of democrats and district councillors urge Hong Kong gov’t to scrap police pay rise plans
Hundreds of pro-democracy lawmakers and district councillors have urged the government to scrap a proposed pay rise for the embattled police force. Hong Kong has seen six months of large-scale protests. Initially against the now-withdrawn extradition bill, protesters are now focused on wider demands including an independent investigation of the police force for alleged brutality. […]
Rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport, 6 hurt
Four Katyusha rockets struck a military base next to Baghdad International Airport on Monday wounding "six fighters", a statement from the military said.
Post-mortem report vanishes from court
Three police officers have been accused of murder.
20-storey Bolton tower block branded a 'blot' on the landscape
It would bring 144 new apartments to the town centre
Breaking: Nigeria has suffered over 8 air crashes since 2015 — Gbajabiamila
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabimaila has regretted incessant military air crashes in the country, placing the number at 8...
Northern Irish leader says Boris Johnson broke his word on Brexit
The DUP has refused to support the Brexit deal Boris Johnson struck with the EU.
Karnataka Bypolls Effect: Siddaramaiah Resigns As Leader Of Opposition In Assembly After Congress’ Humiliating Defeat
“I express my sincere regret for not being able to give satisfactory results in the bye-elections despite my efforts”
'They took everything' - Mario Rosenstock's warning after burglary gang ransacked home as he watched TV
MARIO Rosenstock has told of his shock after raiders ransacked his home while he and his family were watching TV downstairs.
2023: Don’t Expect Us To Hand Over To You, Arewa Youths Tell Southwest
The Arewa Youths Consultative Forum (AYCF) has said the South-West should not expect the North to hand over power to the region.
Four Rockets Hit Military Base Near Baghdad Airport
Six soldiers were wounded by the Katyusha strikes, and Iraqi forces discovered a rocket launcher and defused rockets nearby
DART security alert system receiving dozens of passenger texts each month
Fireworks being set off on-board, passengers drinking and taking drugs and people urinating on pl...
DUP accuses Boris Johnson of breaking his word on union commitment
The PM is embarking on a blitz of Labour’s heartlands as the election campaign enters its final few days.
Berger believes there is room for Vettel and Leclerc at Ferrari
Charles Leclerc and Sebastian Vettel went toe to toe in 2019, and on a few occasions collided. Gerhard Berger believes there is room for both of them at Ferrari and it can help get the best out of the car.
5 dead and dozens injured as NZ’s most active volcano erupts on White Island (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)
Despite being the country’s most active volcano, prone to sudden eruptions, White Island has remained a popular tourist attraction, attracting crowds of eager visitors every day on boat and walking tours
Jewish groups criticize Trump for antisemitic stereotypes in speech
Trump urged to appeal to Jewish voters in ways that don’t use ‘money references that feed age-old and ugly stereotypes’
Stolen ECHO newspaper and plaque on Eleanor Rigby statue to be restored
Parts of the iconic statue were stolen in October
Sainsbury's, Asda and Tesco are urgently recalling these items
These supermarkets are recalling food items due to health concerns and the list includes Pot Noodle, Oxfordshire Tea Co and Oumph!
On International Anti-Corruption Day, Iohannis say corruption scourge undermines democracy, rule of law
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Crucial week for Trump as impeachment drive heats up in divided Congress
The impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump in a sharply divided US Congress enter a new phase Monday when the House Judiciary Committee convenes a hearing expected to result in specific charges against the Republican leader.
CSOs give Buhari 14-day ultimatum to release Sowore
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) have given President Muhammadu Buhari a 14-day ultimatum to release Omoyele Sowore, convener of #RevolutionNow
Billionaire Phones4U founder John Caudwell warns that 'every wealthy person in the UK' will LEAVE if Labour wins general election as he savages John McDonnell's 'frightening' tax hikes
John Caudwell said 'nearly every wealthy person I know is thinking of leaving the UK including me if Labour get in' as he challenged John McDonnell during a face-to-face meeting.
US bill on China's Xinjiang violates international law, regional official says
Recent US legislation on Xinjiang is a severe violation of international law and gross interference in China's internal affairs, the governor of the far western region said on Monday, accusing the United States of launching a smear campaign. Tension has flared in recent weeks between China and the United States over issues such as Beijing's treatment of its Uighur Muslim minority and protesters in Hong Kong, complicating prospects for a near-term deal to end a 17-month long trade war.
Anifah to apply for stay order in Kimanis by-election
KOTA KINABALU: Datuk Seri Anifah Aman's counsel will be applying for an urgent stay order to prevent Election Commission from holding the by-election for Kimanis parliamentary seat.
Heavy traffic faced motorists in Bristol this morning - this was why
Emergency roadworks were party to blame
Indian Army Fires American Origin Ammunition from M-777s Near Pakistan Border
New Delhi (Sputnik): The 155 mm satellite-guided artillery rounds for Howitzers were ordered from the US following the February 2019 military standoff between India and Pakistan, which erupted following a suicide attack on an Indian military convoy killing at least 40 soldiers.
Trump accused of anti-Semitism after saying Jewish Americans will vote for him so they can avoid a wealth tax
"You're brutal killers. Not nice people at all, but you have to vote for me you have no choice," Trump told the Israeli American Council conference.
Only 19 Senators Are A “Firm No” Against Impeachment – And There Are Whispers Some Republicans May Turn On Trump
Anything could still happen in the weeks ahead
Russia Banned from Olympics for Four Years over Doping Scandal
Russia has been slapped with a four-year ban from Olympic competition by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
Pakistan FM Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s Statement at 8th Heart of Asia Ministerial Conference
ISTANBUL, Turkey: The Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi attended the 8th Ministerial Conference of the Heart of Asia – Istanbul Process held in Istanbul on December 9, 2019 under the theme “Peace, Partnership, Prosperity”. Foreign Minister of Pakistan Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s Statement at 8th Ministerial Conference Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process Distinguished Foreign Minister of Turkey, Honorable Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, Excellencies,
Stop drug prices rating
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160 Palestinian cars vandalised in suspected hate crime: Police
More than 160 cars were vandalised in a Palestinian neighbourhood of Jerusalem with anti-Arab slogans scrawled nearby, Israeli police said Monday, in a suspected hate crime.
Concerned EU weighs response to Turkey-Libya border deal
Brussels (AP) —The European Union's top diplomat said Monday that some EU countries are concerned over Turkey's controversial maritime border agreement with Libya but that the bloc will continue studying the deal before deciding whether to take action.The maritime deal, endorsed by the Turkish parliament last week, has fueled tensions in Turkey’s long-running dispute with Greece, Cyprus and Egypt over oil and gas drilling rights in the eastern Mediterranean.The deal could give Turkey access to a contested economic zone across the eastern Mediterranean Sea and Greece has already expelled the Libyan ambassador over it.“It’s clear that it is problematic.
Russia Banned From Olympics and Global Sports for 4 Years Over Doping
The World Anti-Doping Agency’s unanimous decision, if upheld, would exclude Russia from the 2020 Olympics, but many Russian athletes could be unaffected.
Halting demands for indyref2 once again at the heart of Scottish Tory campaign
Mr Carlaw says the Tories are getting a ‘fantastic response in certain key seats’.
French far-left leader sentenced to suspended prison term
PARIS (Reuters) - French far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon has been sentenced to a suspended three-months prison term and given a 8,000 euros fine for intimidating officials who were investigating him over possible funding irregularities, a Paris suburb court said on Monday.
Parliament Live: Congress divided country on basis of religion, says Amit Shah in Lok Sabha
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I Will Declare as a Muslim If Parliament Passes Citizenship Amendment Bill, Says Harsh Mander
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Karnataka Bypoll Results 2019 Live: Big win for Yediyurappa, BJP sweeps 12 of 15 seats
Karnataka Bypoll Results Today Live Updates: The BJP has taken lead in 12 seats while the Congress is ahead on two seats.
George H.W. Bush grandson to enter Texas congressional race
Pierce Bush, the grandson of the late President George H.W.
Southerly change predicted Tuesday will push the Currowan fire into more accessible open country
Crews 'quietly confident' as southerly change approached NSW South Coast
South Korea jails three Samsung Electronics executives over evidence destroyed in probe of alleged fraud
SEOUL (Reuters) - A South Korean court on Monday jailed three executives of Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) for their role in a plot that included burying computers under factory floors at its biotech affiliate, in an investigation of alleged accounting fraud.