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The father of Tipperary ICMSA president Pat McCormack has died
Council passes vote of sympathy to Thomas McCormack
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...
Grandmother, 60, is jailed for more than two years for blackmailing man in his 60s out of £30,000 over brief 'sexual encounter' that cost him his marriage
Lorraine Cox (pictured), 60, was jailed for two and a half years at Newcastle Crown Court following the cruel blackmail.
Disabled mother, 51, and her nine-year-old autistic son face a homeless Christmas after Hoover tumble dryer blaze destroyed their flat
Lisa Camilleri, 51, from Shenley, Hertfordshire, was waiting for the three-year-old Hoover dryer to finish its cycle last month when she heard a 'loud bang' and her electricity tripped.
Is THIS Banksy getting into the Christmas spirit? CCTV shows 'elusive artist making festive reindeer mural on Birmingham wall'
The reindeer mural, painted on a brick wall in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, is thought to be the work of Banksy. It is designed to draw attention to homelessness.
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.
'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.
Inquest into death of Somali schoolgirl, 12, could probe whether she was forced into river where she drowned
Shukri Yahya Abdi, who was born in Somalia before moving to the UK, drowned in the River Irwell in Bury, Greater Manchester, on June 27 this year.
Labour's 100-day plan to take Britain back to the Seventies: John McDonnell boasts party will trigger £200billion mass nationalisation of water, energy, rail and broadband within WEEKS of entering government
John McDonnell is pledging that kicking off huge plans for the state to take ownership of water, energy, rail and even broadband will be a key priority in the party's first 100 days.
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.
Jo Swinson reveals she has been advised to wear 'lower cut tops' amid fears that the Lib Dem campaign is failing to win over voters
Jo Swinson said the extraordinary tip was among a welter of 'unsolicited advice' she has received on how to revive her flagging campaign.
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.
Cruel thieves steal a litter of six three-week-old American bulldog puppies worth around £6,000 from the home where they lived with their mother
The six pooches - who are just three weeks old - are too young to be away from their mother and will become ill without her. They were snatched from a property in Rochester, Kent, on Friday.
'I'm disturbed by nightmares and pain': One of Joseph McCann's 11 victims tells how 'psycho' robbed her of life as a 'thriving' 25-year-old professional woman who dreamt of a family - as he's jailed for 30 years for rape rampage
The woman, who was snatched off the street at knifepoint in north London after getting off the Tube, was raped repeatedly by McCann during his two week long drug and alcohol fuelled rampage.
Terrifying moment huge wheel breaks off a tractor and bounces into the windscreen of a passing car in Russia
The incident took place in Belgorod, southern Russia as the tractor navigated icy roads at a moderate speed. An unlucky car passes the tractor just as the tractor's wheel breaks free from the axle.
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.
Drunk raccoon is shot dead after staggering through a German Christmas market and passing out under a bin when it 'helped itself to mulled wine'
At noon on Saturday, amused shoppers at the Erfurt Christmas market in central Germany saw the raccoon stumbling across the tram tracks after drinking from discarded mulled wine mugs.
Mother tells inquest of moment she was told her daughter, 14, wouldn't survive MRI scan anaesthetic hours after they happily played cards together
Alice Sloman had the scan at the Torbay Hospital in Devon. But when it became clear something was wrong during the procedure Alice was rushed to Bristol Children's Hospital for critical care.
Shocking moment woman grabs a reveller by her hair and slams her backwards onto the street during furious row outside cocktail bar
The incident took place on Saturday night in Northampton during an altercation between women outside a cocktail bar on Gold Street. A thud is heard as the woman's head hits the tarmac.
Extraordinary scenes in court as woman who was drugged and raped while she was asleep is called 's**t' by her attacker's girlfriend
A woman who was drugged and sexually assaulted by her flatmate in her Gold Coast unit was called a s**t in court by her attacker's girlfriend on Monday.
Jeffrey Epstein’s ‘pimp’ Ghislaine Maxwell 'plans to defend her friend Prince Andrew in a tell-all interview on US TV'
The British socialite (pictured with Epstein) accused of procuring young girls for the paedophile financier, wants to defend the Duke of York after his disastrous Newsnight interview.
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.
Moment an out-of-control car screeches off the road before smashing into a wall and barrel-rolling into a front yard - but the driver escapes with only minor injuries
A black Ford Focus skidded off the road, flipping through the air before landing in a garden on a 30mph residential street in Redhill, Surrey, on Saturday. Witnesses are asked to come forward.
'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.
Moment 'drunken' British tourist steals a coach in Benidorm and goes on a wild two-mile, high-speed wrecking spree
The vehicle was taken from a depot on the outskirts of Benidorm where it had been left for the night before being driven at speed through the holiday resort.
Mother, 25, who was stabbed to death near her home 'while trying to break up a road rage fight' as police quiz man, 27, on suspicion of murder
The victim, named locally as Levi Davis, pictured, who is thought to be a mother-of-two, was knifed in Wellingborough Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire, at around 8.30pm.
Boris Johnson casts fresh doubt on '£100billion' HS2 rail project saying it will cost 'an awful lot of money'
Boris Johnson hinted at a rethink on the massive scheme - which would affect his own Uxbridge constituency - saying the government would review whether funding could be 'better spent'.
Father, 66, and daughter, 33, enjoy pint together minutes after judge spares pair jail over alcohol-fuelled pub brawl
Robert Stott, 66, and Anne-Marie (pictured), 33, had their celebratory drink in a bar near a Manchester court after they apologised to a judge for threatening a publican who had barred them in Stockport.
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.
Isil 'matchmaker' who lured British teen bride to Syria is deported to France
Turkey has deported to France the “Islamic State matchmaker” who lured a British teen bride to Syria as part of a drive to send foreign fighters back to their countries of origin.
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.
London Bridge terror attack: Ex-convict sprayed fire extinguisher into Usman Khan's eyes so that man with narwhal tusk could stab him
A former convict who tackled the London Bridge terrorist has revealed how he used a fire extinguisher in an attempt to blind Usman Khan so that a man wielding a narwahl tusk could stab him.
British Rohingya activist fears retaliation over Hague genocide trial
One of the UK’s most prominent Rohingya activists says he fears for his young family’s safety after reports that ardent Myanmar government supporters have been looking for his home address ahead of the opening on Tuesday of a genocide trial in the Hague.
Finland's new 34-year-old prime minister is the world's youngest
Finland's leading party has nominated a 34-year-old prime minister, making her the world's youngest premier in a women-led coalition cabinet after a political shake-up.
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.
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.
Minister Senzo Mchunu announces massive cuts to ministers' perks, expenditure | IOL News
Public service and administration minister Senzo Mchunu announced wide amendments to the ministerial handbook.
Ben Turok made sacrifices that helped SA attain freedom - Ramaphosa | IOL News
President Cyril Ramaphosa has mourned the loss of Struggle stalwart and former parliamentarian Professor Ben Turok.
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.
Replacing the board won't fix crisis at Prasa, says Mbalula | IOL News
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula said the crisis at Prasa could not be solved by replacing the current board with a new one.
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.
China says people held in Xinjiang camps have 'graduated', condemns US bill | IOL News
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
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 ...
New Zealand volcano: Island too 'dangerous' for rescuers | IOL News
New Zealand police said they did not expect to find any more survivors from a volcanic eruption that killed at least five people.
MUT murder accused: 'Zolile loved me more than her parents' | Daily News
Thabani Mzolo who is facing a charge of murder of Zolile Khumalo
Dramatic footage captured of an Audi Q7 crashing into a van in Preesall
A dramatic crash in Preesall has been captured on a dash camera
The mystery of 'murdered' Blackpool man Jason Goldrick - who is classed as a fugitive and may still be alive
He's been classed as missing, found, missing, and murdered in the past month, and now Blackpool man Jason Goldrick is being classed as a missing fugitive.
Police ask for help to identify unconscious elderly woman found in St Annes
An elderly woman who has been unconscious after falling in St Annes has yet to be identified by the police.
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.
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.
Liberals move to start phasing in promised tax cuts in January 2020
The Liberal government says Canadians would begin to see the impact of a proposed tax cut on their first pay stubs of the new year - as long as the party can get enough political rivals to help them deliver on one of their major campaign promises.
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.
Official portrait of former premier Kathleen Wynne to be unveiled
The official portrait of Ontario's first female premier is set to be unveiled at the legislature later today.
Liberals to release fiscal update before Christmas, Morneau says
Finance Minister Bill Morneau says the government will provide an update on federal finances before Christmas.
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.
Kenney and cabinet ministers in Ottawa to meet federal counterparts
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.
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.
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.
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
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
TikTok settles child data class-action one day after lawsuit was filed
Firm didn't leave the clock tik-tocking
Ericsson will pay a yard to settle bribery charges
The judge could not be Swede into letting them off
The Open Rights Group wants answers on General Election data use
Privacy of the ballot box
Former 'Islamic State matchmaker' Tooba Gondal deported from Turkey to France as part of repatriation attempt
A former London university student accused of being an Islamic State recruiter has been deported from Turkey to France, alongside her two children, as part of an attempt by the Ankara government to repatriate foreigners who joined the terror group. Tooba Gondal, who lived in Walthamstow before travelling to Syria in 2015, is among four former IS members flown to Paris this morning with their seven children. Gondal is a French citizen but had permanent British residence until the Home Office issued an exclusion order in 2017.
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.”
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?
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.
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
Man hurled racist insults at Exeter McDonalds worker
Exeter magistrates court heard that it was 'an unpleasant incident which was racially aggravated'
Mum accused of giving son Tyler Peck drugs claims witnesses 'bribed' to tell lies
Holly Strawbridge, aged 34, said in interview that the 15-year-old friend's were offered money after his death
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
Lib Dems criticised for 'sneaky and misleading' Devon election letter
The party say they have done nothing wrong - what do you think?
Police latest after woman injured by double decker bus in Torquay
It happened in Torquay on Saturday night.
Mum of teen who died after MRI scan reveals moment she was told her daughter couldn't be saved
Alice Sloman passed away on October 19 last year after a three-day battle, an inquest heard today.
Tory communities secretary challenged on £16billion spending cuts
The Local Government Association estimates councils have lost almost £16 billion of funding since 2010, equal to 60p in every pound
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.
Scanner Reports 12-9-19
I was rereading an old interview with the author Marlon James the otter day when I saw the essay "Walking While Black" by Garnette Cadogan mentioned and I remember I meant to read it once but had more important things to do at the time so I put it off. Seeing the mention again I decided to Google it and read it. I did read it and it made me see what I was blind to before. I never understood White Privilege and I hate people who toss it in my face just because I am white. Who in the HELL are they to assume I have had it better than others just because I am a White Male? I have had a rough life not even Chris Rock would like to trade places with me. For people who grew up as I did with abuse it would be hard, damn near impossible to see where there has been any Privilege in their lives.
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
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
‘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
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
A doctor and son missing in Mawlamyaing
A doctor and his three-year-old son have been missing for four days and their family had reported it to the police.
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.
Woman tragically dies after going swimming off coast of Ballycastle, Co Antrim
Another lady pulled from the water is being treated for hypothermia
Drink driving limits in Ireland 2019: How soon can you drive after pints, wine and shorts at Christmas
It's the time of year for drinking but make sure not to drive while over the limit
Michael Healy-Rae 'hospitalised after fire at his office' in Kilgarvan, Co Kerry
Danny Healy-Rae has confirmed his brother was taken to hospital
Man and woman arrested in connection with murder of Gerry Hutch's relative Clive Staunton in Leixlip, Co Kildare
The dad-of-one was originally from the Greek Street flats in Dublin’s inner city
Health Minister Simon Harris calls on Dara Murphy to return expenses money
The Minister for Health has broken ranks and directly challenged Mr Murphy to give the taxpayer something back
Driver miraculously escapes after tree falls on car in Co Cork during Storm Atiyah
Shocking pictures show extensive damage to the windscreen after an enormous tree fell due to the high winds
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...
Cambodia to start opposition leader trial in January
PHNOM PENH, Dec 9 —The trial of Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha on treason charges will begin on Jan. 15, a court said today. Kem Sokha was arrested in 2017 and his opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) banned ahead of an election last year that was condemned by Western...
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...
Govt to set up Special Purpose Vehicle to monitor Kampung Baru redevelopment
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) company will be set up to carry out the Kampung Baru redevelopment project, the Dewan Negara was told today. Federal Territories Minister Khalid Abdul Samad said so far, no developers had been appointed to carry out the project. He said the...
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...
Mahfuz: 59,689 cabbies, e-hailing drivers have signed up with Socso since October
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — About 59,689 taxi and e-hailing drivers have registered under the Social Security Organisation (Socso) since October this year, said Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk Mahfuz Omar. He said various initiatives were undertaken by the government, to attract the public...
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...
Netherlands reduces terror threat level after six years
AMSTERDAM, Dec 9 — The Dutch national anti-terrorism agency (NCTV) has downgraded the threat of a terror attack in the Netherlands for the first time since 2013. The NCTV said it had reduced the threat level by one notch, to 3 on a scale of 1 to 5, meaning an attack is “conceivable”. The...
Russia to learn Olympic fate over doping violations later today
MOSCOW, Dec 9 — Russia will learn later today whether it will be hit with a four-year Olympic ban for tampering with doping-related laboratory data, a decision local officials have said they fear may not be taken fairly. Russia, which has tried to showcase itself as a global sports power, has...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
MACC needs to explain officer’s placement, says Perlis MB
KANGAR, Dec 9 — The Perlis government has urged the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to come up with a detailed explanation if it wants to place a senior MACC officer in the state, said Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Azlan Man. He said he needed to look at the suitability and response given...
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...
NZ police say no more survivors expected from volcano eruption
WHAKATANE (New Zealand), Dec 10 — New Zealand police said early today they did not expect to find any more survivors from a volcanic eruption on White Island that killed at least five people and injured up to 20. “No signs of life have been seen at any point,” the police said in a statement...
US SEC Seeks to Reopen Case Against Bitcoin Fraudster, Seeks Penalties
The U.S. SEC is seeking to reopen a case against Bitcoin fraudster Renwick Haddow, as he has not resolved the regulator’s claims for monetary relief.
'You guys are based in California, not Ukraine, right?' — an analyst mocked Trump's CrowdStrike conspiracy on the firm's earnings call
An analyst mocked Donald Trump's false claim that CrowdStrike is a Ukrainian company, during the American cybersecurity firm's latest earnings c...
Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn’s campaign itineraries compared
Where have the Tory and Labour leaders been so far – and why?
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’.
Labour’s plans to nationalise services: Everything you need to know
The party’s manifesto said it would like to take mail, water and train operators, among other things, back under public ownership.
Demand for climate action at heart of Scottish Greens’ campaign
The Scottish Greens’ manifesto has also put a Green New Deal at its centre.
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.
Serial rapist Joseph McCann given 33 life sentences for horrific attacks
He must serve a minimum term of 30 years.
General Election seats to watch: North-west England
The Tories are eyeing a dozen gains in this battleground region.
Ex-MP Glyn Davies predicts Tory gains in Wales
Former Montgomeryshire MP Glyn Davies has said he expects the Conservatives to win four more seats in Wales on Thursday.
Shrewsbury woman, 21, charged over Co-op robbery
A 21-year-old Shrewsbury woman has been charged with robbing a Co-op store and possessing a fake gun.
Guards who were with Juice Wrld when he died arrested on gun charges
They are both due in court later this month.
General Election seats to watch: Wales
There are opportunities – and risks – for all parties on December 12.
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.
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.
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.
Wheely' hungry burglars break into Market Drayton pub to steal cheese
Hungry burglars broke into a pub in Market Drayton and stole a wheel of cheese.
Community spirit praised as team effort finds missing Shropshire pensioner
A "true community spirit" helped police and members of the public find an 80-year-old Shropshire woman who went missing and suffered a fall.
Putin meets new Ukraine leader for first time
Both leaders met along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week
Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.
Boris Johnson apologises after boy slept on hospital floor
Sarah Williment covered her four-year-old son, Jack, with coats to keep him warm as he waited for a bed at Leeds General Infirmary.
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.
Constituency profile: Great Grimsby
A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.
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.
Britons feared missing after volcano erupts in New Zealand
White Island erupted with a large plume of ash and steam on Monday.
Finnish minister, 34, to become youngest PM
Sanna Marin will become the world’s youngest sitting prime minister, according to Finland’s biggest newspaper.
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’.
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.
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’.
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.
John McDonnell promises February budget to end austerity
In the first 100 days of a Labour government, the process of bringing water and energy into public ownership will begin.
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.
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.
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.
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”.
Scottish Labour out to defy polls once again
The party picked up seven MPs in the 2017 General Election against expectations.
Patrick Harvie outlines importance of ‘climate election’
The Scottish Greens co-leader said it is important to have Green voices at Westminster to push other parties into taking strong climate action.
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.
Burglars cause 'horrific' damage at Market Drayton pub - to steal a wheel of cheese
Burglars ripped out the alarm system to a pub in Market Drayton before prying open doors with a spade.
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.
Boris Johnson takes reporter’s phone after refusing to look at photo
The Prime Minister tried to steer the focus of the interview on to Tory NHS funding.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Second man in Mountlake Terrace pot shop robbery sentenced
Bradford Johnson was sentenced to 12½ years in prison, for holding up employees at gunpoint.
Maurice Mounsdon: Battle Of Britain Hero Dies Aged 101
It leaves only three remaining members of 'The Few' pilots who defended the country in the Battle of Britain during the Second World War.
Two Held On Suspicion Of Terror Offences In Dover
The pair are to be held for extended questioning after being arrested as part of an "intelligence-led" operation.
Rushden stabbing: Levi Davis 'killed after car crash'
Mother-of-two Levi Davis died during an argument after a collision on Saturday, police say.
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.
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.
Woman held captive, abused at Knoxville motel; man charged with kidnapping
Police arrest man after an alert bulletin out of Oak Ridge, KPD officers were able to locate and arrest a man holding a woman against her will at a Knoxville motel.
'No mother should have to deal with this' says mom after Grainger Co. toddler dies in crash
A Grainger County two-year-old was hit and killed after running into the street Friday night, according to a report from Tennessee Highway Patrol.
5-year-old boy killed in accident involving float at SC Christmas parade
Bluffton police say they’re investigating an accident that took place at the end of the Bluffton Christmas parade on Saturday which left a 5-year-old boy dead.
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.
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
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.
We are placing Prasa under administration – Mbalula
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EFF to expand using alternative funding models – Shivambu
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Can a WhatsApp message lead to a binding contract?
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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.
Fife care worker struck off after after posting Facebook message about dead resident
A Fife care home worker has been struck off after posting an insensitive message on Facebook about a deceased resident.
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.
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.
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.
Fife teen who sent naked photos of himself to young girls given unpaid work order
A Dunfermline man who sent naked photos of himself to young girls has been ordered to carry out unpaid work.
Fife man to stand trial accused of harassing women and handing them lewd drawings
A Newport man will stand trial accused of harassing women and giving them lewd drawings.
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.
Angus man threatened to put girlfriend in ‘shallow hole’ when she changed her mind about having KFC
An Angus man who threatened to put his girlfriend “in a shallow hole” when she changed her mind about wanting a KFC has been fined for the threat which sounded the death knell in their “volatile” relationship.
‘Never say never again’ says Ruth Davidson on return to politics after stepping down in 2021
Former Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson said she would take a “never say never again” position on re-entering politics once she steps down in May 2021.
Angus McDondald’s diners shocked at seeing drug-driver, 55, careering airborne on busy street
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‘Never say never again’ says Ruth Davidon on return to politics after stepping down in 2021
Former Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson said she would take a “never say never again” position on re-entering politics once she steps down in May 2021.
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.
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.
Dundee scooter rider, 39, jailed for ploughing into girl, 4, banned from his vehicle after another incident
A drug addict who drove a mobility scooter while high just months after mowing down a child with the vehicle has avoided jail but been told to stay off his vehicle for a year.
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.
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
Labour group accuses Google of illegally firing workers to stifle unionism
Communications Workers of America union files federal labour charge.
US FTC finds Cambridge Analytica deceived Facebook users
Impacts of finding on defunct consultancy unclear.
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
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
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.
Woman dies after being set ablaze in Jhang; police register FIR against husband
According to the medical report, the victim had sustained burns across 90 per cent of her body.
NAB chairman urges ministers to avoid making predictions about investigations
Javed Iqbal urges parliament to play its due role in eliminating corruption.
Sri Lanka team arrives in Islamabad ahead of Test series
The first match of the series is set to begin in Rawalpindi on Wednesday.
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.
Awaran women arrested last month have returned home, says BNP-M leader
The development comes days after BNP-M chief Akhtar Mengal staged protest in the National Assembly.
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.
Follow your passion to succeed, PM Imran advises youth
Premier lauds Fawad Chaudhry for showing "passion for a ministry that no one cared about".
Amazon says Trump’s ‘improper pressure’ doomed Pentagon bid
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Once propped up by Qatari high-rollers, Saudi city prays for truce
Jackhammers and cranes gather dust at half-built Qatari-funded hotel sites in a Saudi city hit hard by an abrupt diplomatic rupture, but signs of thawing cross-border ties are reviving economic hopes.
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.
Finland's Sanna Marin, world's youngest PM
At 34, Sanna Marin will become the world's youngest sitting prime minister when she is sworn in by the Finnish parliament on Tuesday, but she is far from lacking in political experience.
Sweden to prosecute ex-China envoy over Gui meetings
Sweden's former envoy to Beijing is to go on trial for overstepping her duties by trying to negotiate the release of a Chinese-Swedish dissident held in China, prosecutors in Stockholm said Monday.
'Old man' Trump is 'bluffing' says North Korea: KCNA
North Korea on Monday accused US President Trump of
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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...
Saudi gunman complained about nickname ‘Porn Stash’ given by Pensacola flight instructor
The Saudi national who opened fire at a Navy base in Florida was outraged at his peers who slapped him with the nickname “Porn Stash.”
Sacramento State student appears to slap former College Republicans' president following Facebook argument
Video of a student assaulting the former president of the Sacramento State College Republicans has gone viral.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
‘I hope it’s not a live volcano': Americans caught in deadly New Zealand eruption
An unexpected volcanic eruption in New Zealand has trapped dozens of tourists, including several Americans.
WATCH LIVE: House Judiciary Committee holds public impeachment hearing
The House Judiciary Committee will hold its second public hearing regarding the Trump impeachment investigation at 9 a.m. on Monday morning. Daniel Goldman, the Judiciary Committee lawyer for the Democrats, and Stephen R. Castor, the Judiciary Committee lawyer for the Republicans, will be presenting evidence about the president's actions.
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.
Taiwan KMT justifies shoving of 'strange auntie' cop
Taiwan KMT blames female police officer's appearance for incurring wrath of lawmaker
Girl, 12, allegedly knocked unconscious outside school gates
Ordeal was filmed and circulated on Instagram
Latest on armed police response to 'gunman on the street' report
Police received an anonymous call about 'someone with a gun in the street'
Heavy traffic faced motorists in Bristol this morning - this was why
Emergency roadworks were party to blame
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
Brick thrown through bus window misses passenger 'by inches'
It happened on the number three bus near Shirehampton
Fundraiser launched for children of Bristol mum who died suddenly in her sleep
'Carrie was very loved and a bubbly and outgoing person.'
Mum speaks of horrific moment she was told her daughter was going to die
'It had been nine hours since she was playing Lego cards with me'
What to do if you have lost or not received your polling card for general election
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Student who nearly died after fall from Bristol club roof in emotional reunion with stranger who saved his life
“It’s not often you get to meet the person who saved your life and say thank you."
Hearing into death of man shot by police near Bristol to be held this week
Spencer Ashworth, 29, was shot by firearms officers on the A369 Portbury Hundred on September 27, 2017
Solo 45 'beat and raped me until I wanted to die', woman tells court
Andy Anokye, otherwise known as Solo 45, is on trial at Bristol Crown Court
General Election 2019: Johnson and Sturgeon both accused of 'running scared'
Boris Johnson and Nicola Sturgeon have both been accused today of avoiding scrutiny.
New Zealand: Five dead after volcanic island erupts - British tourist among missing
British nationals are among those missing or injured after a volcanic island in New Zealand erupted, killing at least five people.
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.
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.
New Zealand: Two British women injured in hospital as five killed after volcanic island erupts
British nationals are among those missing or injured after a volcanic island in New Zealand erupted, killing at least five people.
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.
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.
Boris Johnson pledges to 'look at' abolishing BBC licence fee
Boris Johnson has said he is "looking at" abolishing the BBC licence fee.
Serial rapist Joseph McCann given 33 life sentences
"Classic psychopath" Joseph McCann has been handed 33 life sentences and a minimum term of 30 years for a string of horrific sex attacks on 11 women and children.
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.
'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.
Public trust in governments is at an all-time low, Australian National University finds
The most comprehensive study of Australians' political beliefs finds management of the economy and taxation are issues that benefited the Coalition at the election.
Man jailed for 14 sexual offences after police seize his computer and iPhone
Thomas Inglis admitted the charges
Ashfield residents on what is influencing how they will vote in the General Election
'I live in Kirkby-in-Ashfield and that gets virtually nothing'
Shocked Bulwell residents speak out about living on the same street as a 'deconstructed meth lab'
Residents described the estate as 'quiet' for families
Murder accused told psychiatrist he heard 'voices', jury told
Gavin Collins also spoke about a female voice which suggested good chess moves
Hucknall Fire Station closes after 75 years as firefighters move to new base
Members of the public were concerned they were losing their fire station when the Watnall Road station closed
Arrests after police stop suspected drug deal taking place in West Bridgford
Five men were arrested
Man appears in court on GBH charge after alleged incident involving his neighbours
He was brought to Nottingham Magistrates' Court
Police launch hunt for missing 14-year-old girl in Nottinghamshire
Officers are concerned for her safety
Tobacco stolen from Booker Cash and Carry was a 'gift for a friend'
'He realises it was a stupid thing'
Aspley man appears in court to face charge of burgling a house in the Broxtowe estate
The address of the house involved is Denewood Crescent on the Broxtowe estate
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.
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
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
Jordan jails man over plot to attack Israel embassy
Man who plotted to attack Israeli embassy in Amman sentencd to 8 years in prison.
Labor leader: We're holding elections because of one man only
MK Amir Peretz says elections are due to MK Liberman's 'racist hatred of Arabs and haredim.'
Teen struck by lightning is IDF soldier
IDF confirms 19-year-old who was struck by lightning Sunday was soldier in middle of training exercise.
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.
Netanyahu: No chance for unity with Gantz, Lapid
PM says Blue and White leaders leave no chance for unity government, urges Avigdor Liberman to join coalition in last 48 hours.
160 Arab cars vandalized in Jerusalem
Cars in Arab neighborhood of Shuafat in Jerusalem vandalized with anti-Arab slogans, have their tires slashed.
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.
Arab suspected in attack on rabbi in central Israel arrested
28-year-old Arab man arrested after rabbi dragged out of his car, beaten in central Israeli city of Lod.
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.
Gantz to Netanyahu: Give up on immunity, go for unity
Blue and White head to PM: If you publicly announce you are giving up on 'immunity bloc' we can have immediate direct negotiations.
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.
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.
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
Nigerian govt directs Accountant-General, MDAs to publish daily financial statements
The government will also publish monthly reports showing revenue receipts from all collecting agencies and payments out of the federation account.
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.
12 killed in Niger car accident
The accident involved 103 people: 55 female, 40 male, eight children, five adults.
PROFILE: Muhammad Nami, a tax consultant, heads Nigeria's FIRS
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday nominated a renowned tax consultant, Muhammad Nami, as the new chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).
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.
UPDATED: Fowler out as Buhari appoints new chairman for FIRS
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday approved the exit of Babatunde Fowler as the chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service.
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.
Flooding closes the A82 in Dumbarton for three hours causing "absolute chaos"
Heavy rain caused disruption on Sunday.
Body discovered in the River Tay
Family of missing Perth pensioner informed
Appeal launched to find missing Renton cat, Yoda
The little hairless moggy went missing from the Dalquhurn area on Saturday.
Man arrested after woman seriously injured in Newton Mearns house as cops probe 'disturbance'
The 41-year-old woman was raced to hospital.
Police seal off Dalmuir Park in Clydebank after body of man found in water
The man's body was discovered this morning.
Rangers' Eros Grezda fined £400 for driving without license or insurance
The winger Eros Grezda was driving his Audi RS3 last month when he was pulled over by cops.
Rutherglen car park sealed off after murder bid
The incident happened on Sunday night
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.
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.
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
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.
'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'.
Tributes paid to 'real gentleman' found dead in Aberdeen
Alan Geddes, 56, was found dead in Ruthrieson Crescent just after 5.30am on Saturday.
Sleazy Scots teacher told 16-year-old 'I would pay 20 quid to look up your skirt'
Nat McMullen pretended to spank another girl and pinned a third girl against a wall.
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.
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social ...
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 ...
Anti-Semitism stokes fear and election angst in UK's 'bagel belt'
Labour party candidate Holly Kal-Weiss sums up the mood of Jewish constituents she's met on the election campaign trail in the "bagel belt" ...
Russia to learn Olympic fate over doping violations later on Monday
Russia will learn later on Monday whether it will be hit with a four-year Olympic ban for tampering with doping-related laboratory data, a ...
Supermarket upskirter who was pinned down by victim’s boyfriend gets jail
SINGAPORE: A man who took upskirt videos of a woman at the supermarket was caught in the act and pinned down on the floor by the victim’s boyfriend.
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 ...
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 ...
Deaths in Louth - Monday December 9 2019
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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...
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.
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.
Father of ex-police minister granted bail over alleged hit-and-run
The father of former police minister Troy Grant has been granted bail after allegedly killing a pedestrian while drink driving.
'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.
Man accused of carving his name on girlfriend's face with knife
A San Antonio man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend and carving his name on her forehead with a knife.
Russia banned from 2020 Olympics, 2022 World Cup over doping scandal
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.
Deadly shooting under investigation in St. Pete
Police in St. Petersburg are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Monday morning.
Florida authorities arrest girl, 12, for posting kill list
Florida authorities arrested a 12-year-old girl after discovering at least two social media posts that threatened to kill fellow students at her middle school.
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.
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.
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
NZ Police Confirm 5 Dead In Volcanic Eruption With “At Least A Double Digit” Still Missing
New Zealand Police have confirmed at least five casualties as a result of the devastating volcano eruption on Monday afternoon.
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.
Cash in transit robbery in Trim.
The driver of a cash security vehicle was confronted on the forecourt of Circle K, Navan Road, Trim
Juice Wrld Reportedly Took Multiple Percocets To Evade Police Prior To Death
He was pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Team bonding exercise: India U-19 cricketers go for 'Tiger Safari'
Cricket News: Team-bonding activities have been in vogue ever since Rahul Dravid started mentoring India's junior teams and continuing the tradition, the World Cup-
'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'
Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn’s campaign itineraries compared
Where have the Tory and Labour leaders been so far – and why?
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’.
Labour’s plans to nationalise services: Everything you need to know
The party’s manifesto said it would like to take mail, water and train operators, among other things, back under public ownership.
Demand for climate action at heart of Scottish Greens’ campaign
The Scottish Greens’ manifesto has also put a Green New Deal at its centre.
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.
General Election seats to watch: North-west England
The Tories are eyeing a dozen gains in this battleground region.
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.
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.
Guards who were with Juice Wrld when he died arrested on gun charges
They are both due in court later this month.
General Election seats to watch: Wales
There are opportunities – and risks – for all parties on December 12.
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.
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.
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.
Putin meets new Ukraine leader for first time
Both leaders met along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week
Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.
Boris Johnson apologises after boy slept on hospital floor
Sarah Williment covered her four-year-old son, Jack, with coats to keep him warm as he waited for a bed at Leeds General Infirmary.
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.
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.
Constituency profile: Great Grimsby
A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.
Aristocrat and estranged wife begin latest round of Anglo-Scottish legal battle
Five Supreme Court justices are analysing the dispute.
Finnish minister, 34, to become youngest PM
Sanna Marin will become the world’s youngest sitting prime minister, according to Finland’s biggest newspaper.
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’.
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.
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.
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’.
John McDonnell promises February budget to end austerity
In the first 100 days of a Labour government, the process of bringing water and energy into public ownership will begin.
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.
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.
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.
Scottish Labour out to defy polls once again
The party picked up seven MPs in the 2017 General Election against expectations.
Patrick Harvie outlines importance of ‘climate election’
The Scottish Greens co-leader said it is important to have Green voices at Westminster to push other parties into taking strong climate action.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
ATV rider plummets 150 feet
UPDATE 6 p.m. The Penticton Fire Department has successfully rescued the rider from the bottom of the embankment.
Lifeguard's spy cam for boys
Warning: The contents of this story may be disturbing to some readers.
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.
Shoe could help ID body
The coroner's service and the RCMP are asking for the public's help in identifying a man whose body was found Nov. 1 near Moberly Lake, in Northern B.C.
SNC exec driven by greed?
The Crown has begun final arguments in the criminal trial of former SNC-Lavalin executive Sami Bebawi.
Wanted man in Vernon
Vernon RCMP are seeking the public's assistance in their search for a man wanted on outstanding warrants.
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.
Fire near Gallagher's
UPDATE: 2:00 p.m. Platoon captain John Kelly confirmed the homeowner was present at the time of the fire.
Survivors Of Volcano Eruption Being Treated Across New Zealand, Police Say
Police in New Zealand believe no one has survived the volcanic eruption on the White Island, which erupted at around 2.11pm local time
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
Plymouth man denies bleach attack on mother and toddler
Defendant accused of throwing liquid over pair is to face trial in May
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
Nine-year-old girl in hospital after being hit by car in Plymouth
The crash happened on Haye Road in Elburton
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
Police investigate arson attack on caravans and portable loos
Two caravans destroyed in fire
Terrifying footage of New Zealand volcano eruption that has killed five
Around 30 people are missing
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.
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.
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.
Bus-stoning suspects hunted by C. Sur cops
RAGAY, C. SUR- members of the local police are tracking down suspects who were responsible for stoning buses plying the route from Metro Manila to Bicol passing the Andaya Highway in this town.
Alert jail guard foils smuggle of contraband
AN ALERT Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) guard foiled an attempt to smuggle contraband inside Navotas City Jail (NCJ) by passing through steel grills of the extension facility yesterday before dawn in Navotas City.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Zealand volcano erupts: 5 dead, many missing after eruption on White Island, officials say
At least five people are dead after a volcano erupted Monday on New Zealand’s White Island, officials said.
Maryland mom, grandmother charged after 9-month-old baby dies from drug overdose, officials say
A Maryland mom and grandmother are facing multiple charges after a 9-month-old Orchard Beach boy died from a drug overdose in July, authorities said.
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.
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.
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.
Concerned EU weighs response to Turkey-Libya border deal
Brussels (AP) -
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.
Morecambe rapist Stephen Gilyeat gets extended jail term for attacks on two schoolgirls
A child rapist snared two young victims by chatting to them on a social media app, a court has heard.
General Election 2019: when do polling stations open and close in the North West – and how to find your nearest place to vote
This Thursday, the UK will head to the polls for the first December general election since 1923.
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.
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.
Shop workers tied up during terrifying armed robbery in Preston
Detectives are investigating following a robbery in Broughton on Sunday night.
Serial rapist Joseph McCann given 33 life sentences
"Classic psychopath" Joseph McCann has been handed 33 life sentences and a minimum term of 30 years for a string of horrific sex attacks on 11 women and children.
Police dispersal order in place for Brookfield
A police dispersal order is in place in Brookfield, near Preston, today.
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Highlands man Derek Ray Mackay ‘danger to public’ missing as cops launch frantic manhunt
A HIGHLANDS man considered to be a danger to the public is missing – with cops launching a manhunt to find him. Derek Ray Mackay, 33, from Invergordon, has failed to comply with conditions of…
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 …
Rangers flop Eros Grezda admits driving without licence and insurance at Glasgow Sheriff Court
RANGERS flop Eros Grezda has today admitted being behind the wheel of a high-performance car with no licence and no insurance. Albanian winger Grezda, 24, was driving his Audi RS3 last month when h…
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…
Edinburgh’s Royal Commonwealth Pool hit by ‘mice invasion’ as parents left shocked
A POPULAR Edinburgh softplay area has been hit by a mice invasion. Locals described seeing the rodents at the Royal Commonwealth Pool in the city while children and tots were playing. One mum said …
Nicola Sturgeon urges SNP activists not to back candidate axed over alleged anti-Semitism
NICOLA Sturgeon has urged SNP members not to back a candidate axed over alleged anti-Semitism. Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath hopeful Neale Hanvey was dropped by the party after comments he allegedly ma…
Pervy Glasgow maths teacher told schoolgirl, 16, he’d pay £20 to look up her skirt and pretended to spank another
A SHAMED teacher has admitted offering a schoolgirl £20 to look up her skirt, pretending to spank another girl, and pinning another against a wall. Married maths teacher Nat McMullen’s victim…
Child rapist who wrote sick book on abuse stories dies of severe heart attack in Edinburgh prison
A CHILD rapist who wrote a book based on his own campaign of abuse was killed by a severe heart attack behind bars, a sheriff has ruled. Hugh Mitchell, 69, was caged for 10 years and 10 months in 2…
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 …
Frantic search continues for dad missing in Firth of Clyde after ‘sons got into difficulty’
A FRANTIC search for a dad missing in the Firth of Clyde is continuing after his “sons got into difficulty” hunting for him. The 55-year-old boatsman, known locally as David Wilson, vanished after …
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rohingya campaigners launch Myanmar boycott
Human rights campaigners supporting Myanmar's Rohingya mainly Muslim minority have called for a global boycott of the country, a day before genocide hearings begin at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Zarif: Iran fully ready for prisoner swap, ball in US court
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said Tehran was "fully ready" for a full prisoner exchange with the United States.
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.
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.
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.
Abe confirms visit to Japan by Iran's Rouhani under discussion
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said a visit by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is being considered, the first official confirmation that a trip by him could ta
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
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
Hyderabad vet murder: Parents of accused rapists claim 2 of them were minors
Yes, I agree that my son committed a heinous offence, but the police cannot kill,” said Rajanna, Shiva's father.
Municipal park to be reopened after 5 years
Nagampadam facility renovated at ₹2.07 crore
Amit Shah introduces Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2019 in Lok Sabha amid uproar
“This bill is not even .001 per cent against minorities. It is against infiltrators,” said the Home Minister.
Telangana has become a haven for boozers: Aruna
Uncontrolled sale of liquor reason for growing crime against women: BJP leader
Fervour marks Chakra Theertha Mukkoti at Tirumala
Priests trek to Chakra Theertham amid thick Tirumala forests
Crisis looms over KSRTC again
31,000 staff get 70% of salary after delay of 10 days
113 nominations received on day one in Thoothukudi district
THOOTHUKUDIAs nomination for various positions in the rural local bodies commenced on Monday, 113 persons filed their nominations on the first day.For the 3,537 positions in the rural civic bodies in
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
KSRTC asked to raise issue of low-floor buses before RTA
Road Transport Authority is meeting on January 4
ACB traps Sub-Registrar, computer operator
‘Accused sought bribe for registering a lease deed’
8 soldiers killed in Afghan suicide bombing
The Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attack.
‘Make public draft law on Sabarimala’
All India Sabarimala Action Council threatens to approach Centre
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
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’
‘Cabinet sub-committee willsubmit report on PPAs soon’
41 were signed with terms in favour of IPPs, says Buggana
Congress wins battle in Hunsur
Its candidate H.P. Manjunath romps home with an impressive margin of 39,727 votes
Ready for more U.S. prisoner swaps: Iran
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday the Islamic republic is ready for a full prisoner exchange with the U.S.. “The ball is in the U.S.’ court”, he said in a tweet.The United St
JNU students lathi-charged by police during march to Rashtrapati Bhavan
Heavy deployment of police was in place ahead of the JNU students’ march towards Rashtrpati Bhavan in protest against the hostel fee hike.
Nine years on, graft case at CBI door
It took over nine years for complaints of massive corruption by the then Director and other officials of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Agartala to be processed through various governme
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
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
Prayed for a happy Telangana, says Governor
Tamilisai Sounderarajan accorded a ‘purnakumbh’ welcome by Yadadri temple priests
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
Four killed as car hits roadside banyan tree
Driver dozed off at the wheel, say police
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
Plea to rescue two labourers stranded in Muscat
TENKASISeeking intervention of Collector G.K. Arun Sundar Thayalan to ensure the safe release of two labourers stranded in Muscat, the Abroad Tamils’ Welfare Association a submitted petition during th
Bill to scrap quota for Anglo-Indians arbitrary, says Ernakulam MP
The government has brought in legislation to discontinue the reservation for Anglo-Indian community in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies without undertaking a factual study of their current economic
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.
Centre begins training States on piped water quality standard
Jal Shakti Ministry yet to respond on BIS draft quality control order
Adivasis from Telangana send out a clear message in New Delhi
Adivasis from Telangana demand removal of Lambadas from ST list
INL urges govt. not to implement NRC in State
Party to take out a march to Raj Bhavan
Rajya Sabha Chairman Venkaiah Naidu writes to party chiefs on absenteeism
‘Mechanism should be instituted for monitoring of attendance’
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
UMTA in the dog house
Proposed common ticket card, urban transport development fund remain on paper
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
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.
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
Have you followed SC guidelines in Shadnagar ‘encounter’: HC
Government told to preserve bodies in Gandhi Hospital mortuary till Friday
SC asks States for report on Food Security Act
The order came on a petition on the starvation death of a girl in Jharkhand in 2017
‘Akali-gangster link’: CM says guilty won’t be spared
‘Evidence was serious and required a full-fledged probe; Governor apprised’
Woman seeks help to bring back husband’s body
She suspects mystery over his sudden death
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.
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
Citizenship Amendement Bill: Massive anti-NRC rally in Kolkata
A country cannot be run by fear of losing citizenship, say protesters
Senior citizen loses ₹1.25 lakh in online fraud
Victim gave bank details to unknown caller
Did PM raise persecution issue with Hasina, asks Congress
Bill is a bid to divert attention from NRC failure: MP
Forensic investigations begin, Delhi Anaj Mandi fire echoes in Parliament
Union Minister announces probe into accident, demands higher compensation
Traders want shops in temporary bus stand
They also demand new bus stand under Smart City programme
Student leaders’ tour plan draws flak
Govt. initiative to reform campus politics by taking elected student leaders to Cardiff varsity
Bill on extension of SC, ST quota in LS, Assemblies introduced
It also proposes scrapping of nomination of Anglo-Indians
Shivajinagar bypoll outcome: Consolidation of Muslim votes helped Congress
The margin was over 13,000 votes
Cabinet expansion, the next challenge
It is likely to happen early next week
Arrangements begin for Maramon Convention
Annual evangelical event to be held from February 9 to 16
Kannababu blames Naidu for denial of SCS
‘Telangana agrees to implement majority of panel recommendations on assets distribution’
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
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
Private schools say no to declaring per-child expenditure
They say the fee structure is ‘rigid and impractical’
Trivandrum Bar Association expresses ‘regret’ for ruckus
Police seek permission to file case against magistrate
Three youth go on a robbing spree, arrested within 24 hours
They strike at six persons within eight hours
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
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
Government moves further changes to Arms (Amendment) Bill
The Arms (Amendment) Bill allows for a person to have a maximum of two firearms, as against the present norm of three.
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
Conclave onblockchain
Top blockchain experts and thought leaders from around the world will take part in a two-day conclave, ‘BlockHash Live 2019’ to be held here from December 12.The experts will share ideas and lead disc
‘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’
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
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
Negative campaign did me in, says Vishwanath
He cites ‘shifting’ of JD(S) votes to Cong. as another reason
City sees big margin gains for BJP
Results will have a bearing on the BBMP council and standing committees
Stage being set for next partition: Kanthapuram
Against religion as basis for citizenship
‘Onions cost ₹135 a kg at Heritage Foods’
Naidu has no moral right to criticise govt. on onions: YSRCP MLA
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
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
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
Yediyurappa firms up strength as BJP sweeps Karnataka bypoll
Party wins 12 out of 15 seats; Siddaramaiah, Gundu Rao quit Congress party posts
Thalassemia wards mooted at Red Cross units across the State
Governor lays foundation for exclusive building for Thalassemia ward in Warangal
People in Xinjiang camps have graduated: China
‘They have jobs and are living happily’
Mahila mithra committees planned to check crime against women
Responsible citizens will be roped in for concerted action, says SP
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
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
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.
Question paper leak: HC quashes punishment for constable
Treatment meted out to three, whose names were dropped by CBI, was different
Sumanahalli flyover: Report points to major distress in bearing support, expansion joints
Distress treatment, repairs to cost the BBMP around ₹40 lakh
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
3-day TECH 2019 from December 10
As a prelude to event, policymakers discuss use of digital technology in education
Loans worth over ₹10 lakh sanctioned under MUDRA Yojana
The PMMY is a scheme launched by the prime minister on April 8, 2015, for providing loans up to ₹10 lakh to non-corporate, non-farm small/micro enterprises.
Six miscreants make vain bid to board cargo ship in Vizag
‘They fled after seeing a coast guard patrol vessel approaching them’
Actor Shane Nigam meets Minister
Presents his side of story
‘State will produce Nobel laureates in next 20 years’
Ilaiah urges teachers’ unions to drop opposition to English medium
BJP, AAP war of words over Azad Mandi fire continues
Union Minister announces probe into accident, demands higher compensation
Plea in Supreme Court seeks psychological help for Jammu and Kashmir children
Many detained during lockdown: activist
Chandrababu Naidu, TDP legislators protest outside Assembly against high onion prices
As the price of onions has sky-rocketed, Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MLAs and MLCs led by their party president and former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu staged a protest near the Fire Station outsi
Meeting on pending Central Excise and Service Tax cases held
A meeting to explain the procedure to be adopted for settling pending Central Excise and Service Tax-related cases under ‘Sabka Cishwas (Legacy Dispute Resolution) Scheme, 2019’ to taxpayers was held
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
Tulu Shivalli Brahmins’ meet in Udupi from Dec. 13
Vidyadheesha Tirtha Swami of Paryaya Palimar Mutt said on Monday that a Tulu Shivalli Brahmins’ First World Conference would be held at Rajangana here from December 13 to 15. Addressing presspersons h
GTD’s role comes under the scanner
The role of former Minister G.T. Deve Gowda, who had vowed to remain neutral in the by-elections from Hunsur constituency, has come under the scanner.While the losing BJP candidate A.H. Vishwanath has
Another woman set on fire in Bihar
She resisted rape bid by neighbour
Russia, Ukraine leaders to meet in Paris
French- and German-mediated talks seek to end 5-year conflict in eastern Ukraine
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
HC stays toll collection on Doddaballapur highway
Government was unable to confirm that work on the State Highway has been completed
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.
‘Threatening’ behaviour towards Smriti Irani: Apologise flatly, govt tells two Congress MPs
They face suspension for five days
Girl trafficked 25 years ago urges police to trace her parents
She settled at Kanchivanam in Tamil Nadu, and attended ‘Spandana’ programme
8 Panchayat Unions to go for polls in Theni and 14 in Dindigul
THENI/DINDIGUL Filing of nominations by candidates for the local body elections started in Theni and Dindigul districts on Monday.Theni district has eight Panchayat Unions — Andipatti, Kadamalaikundu-
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.
Serious lapses in CCRC construction: Chennithala
Leader of the Opposition Ramesh Chennithala, who visited the construction site of the Cochin Cancer Research Centre where the porch roof that was newly built had collapsed last Monday, said that it wa
Lok Sabha passes Arms (Amendment) Bill
Lok Sabha passes bill for stringent punishment to those possessing illegal arms, indulging in celebratory gunfire
Sri Lanka orders medical test for Swiss employee
She had alleged abduction, sexual assault
14 CBI cases against 18 serving, ex-legislators
Serving and former MLAs, MPs face probe
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
‘Parties that support CAB a threat to unity’
The Aligarh Muslim Students’ Union has said that political parties that support the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2019 are a threat to the unity and the integrity of the country. It called upon the Pre
Man arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence after Manchester derby released on police bail after questioning
Greater Manchester Police said investigations would continue
Inquest into death of drowned schoolgirl Shukri Yahye Abdi could look into claims she was bullied - and 'coerced' into going to the River Irwell
Shukri, 12, died after being pulled from the river in Bury in June
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
Plenty of Fish 'boyfriend from hell' threatened to kill woman in campaign of abuse
Dennis Beastall and Julie Emms met on a dating website and he moved into her flat in Leicestershire a week after they started talking - but he soon turned violent
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
Flailing Boris Johnson struggles to explain his 'made up' crime and HS2 figures
Boris Johnson was challenged live on LBC over "made up" figures from Home Secretary Priti Patel about an alleged violent crimewave that would follow a Labour victory in this week's general election
New Zealand volcano: No survivors left on island after eruption kills at least five
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story
Dalian Atkinson: Policeman to stand trial for murder over ex-Aston Villa star's death
The former striker died in 2016 after being tasered by police in Telford and a police officer will stand trial next September
BREAKING Lucky UK EuroMillions winner still not claimed whopping £40m jackpot
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story
BREAKING New Zealand volcano: Fears for three Brits after eruption kills at least five
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story
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
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
Tory chairwoman 'tells Muslim shopper her hijab is "offensive" outside Asda'
Barnet Tory chairwoman Fiona Bulmer was asked to stand down after she allegedly made the comments to the Muslim mum - who had asked if she supported Boris Johnson's 'letterbox' niqab comparison
Claims girl, 12, 'coerced' into river where she drowned could be probed
Tragic Shukri Yahye-Abdi, 12, was allegedly bullied before her body was pulled from the River Irwell near Bury town centre in June, a pre-inquest hearing into her death was told
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
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
BREAKING Woman dies after taking early-morning swim in the sea
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story
Squirming Boris Johnson repeats promise to lie in front of Heathrow bulldozers
In an awkward grilling the Prime Minister claimed he may honour his promise to stop Heathrow Airport's controversial third runway using his own body 'were the bulldozers to appear'
BREAKING Man City fan arrested over alleged Manchester derby racial abuse released on bail
Anthony Burke, 41, was arrested after appearing to make a gesture towards Manchester United midfielder Fred during Saturday's clash at the Etihad
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
Billie Piper begs voters to reject the Tories with extremely cheeky T-shirt
Singer Billie Piper has shared a snap of herself wearing a T-shirt with an election-themed twist on the 'Tesco' as she encourages voters to cast tactical ballots in the general election
Woman, 23, 'set on fire by neighbour after she fought off his rape attempt'
The victim is fighting for her life after she suffered 50 per cent burns when she was doused with kerosene and set alight at her home in Bihar in east India
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
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.
Police called to sudden death of man
Police were called to the sudden death of a man in Bury St Edmunds this morning.
Jewellery, watch and bank card stolen in village burglary
A number of items - including a bank card, jewellery and a watch - were stolen following a burglary in a village near Sudbury.
"A coward, violent bully and paedophile”: Joseph McCann gets 33 life sentences after sex attacks
Serial rapist Joseph McCann has received 33 life sentences after a string of sex attacks on women and children.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
Citizenship Amendment Bill Receives Mixed Response in LS | Top Reactions
Introducing the Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019 in Lok Sabha, Amit Shah said the Bill will not do injustice to anyone and there is no political agenda behind bringing the Bill to the House.
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.
Out on Bail, Honeypreet Insaan Meets Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim In Sirsa Jail
The meeting between Honeypreet Insaan and Gurmeet Ram Rahim in Sirsa jail continued for about one and a half hours.
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.
'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.
JNU Protest: 'Call Off Strike, Stop Exam Boycott,' JNU Admin Tells Agitating Students
The police had already heightened security arrangements and deployed additional forces on every gate of JNU, sealing the varsity from protesting students to leave the premises.
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.
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.
Supreme Court to Hear Today Pleas Against Revocation of Article 370
The development comes after the top court had in November said it would hear all the pleas related to Article 370.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn’s campaign itineraries compared
Where have the Tory and Labour leaders been so far – and why?
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’.
Labour’s plans to nationalise services: Everything you need to know
The party’s manifesto said it would like to take mail, water and train operators, among other things, back under public ownership.
Guards who were with Juice Wrld when he died arrested on gun charges
They are both due in court later this month.
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.
Tactical voters could keep seats for Labour
Two key marginal seats in the Black Country could be held by Labour with the help of tactical voting, research has suggested.
Battle of Britain hero Maurice Mounsdon of Lichfield dies aged 101
One of the last surviving members of The Few – the pilots who defended the country in the Battle of Britain during World War II – has died.
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.
Putin meets new Ukraine leader for first time
Both leaders met along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
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.
Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week
Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.
Boris Johnson apologises after boy slept on hospital floor
Sarah Williment covered her four-year-old son, Jack, with coats to keep him warm as he waited for a bed at Leeds General Infirmary.
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.
Constituency profile: Great Grimsby
A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.
Britons feared missing after volcano erupts in New Zealand
White Island erupted with a large plume of ash and steam on Monday.
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.
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.
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’.
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.
John McDonnell promises February budget to end austerity
In the first 100 days of a Labour government, the process of bringing water and energy into public ownership will begin.
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.
Donations made at funeral of Walsall wingsuit champion gone 'missing'
Donations made at the funeral of a wingsuit champion who grew up in Willenhall have gone "missing".
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.
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.
Thief caught trying to steal champagne worth £1,800
A thief was caught trying to steal a trolley full of champagne worth more than £1,800.
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”.
Owl rescued from Great Wyrley chimney
A tawny owl had to be rescued after becoming stuck in a chimney.
Scottish Labour out to defy polls once again
The party picked up seven MPs in the 2017 General Election against expectations.
Patrick Harvie outlines importance of ‘climate election’
The Scottish Greens co-leader said it is important to have Green voices at Westminster to push other parties into taking strong climate action.
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.
Boris Johnson takes reporter’s phone after refusing to look at photo
The Prime Minister tried to steer the focus of the interview on to Tory NHS funding.
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.
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.
Mike Sonko gets 2 more nights in cell
Ahead of a bond ruling, prison authorities will confirm his claims of being sick.
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.
Algerian ex-politicians face jail terms
Two Bouteflika-era prime ministers are among those facing 20-year sentences.
Policeman accused of rape flees to Tanzania
Police suspect someone is leaking information on their search for him.
Raila: Leave 2022 poll talk out of BBI
He says the top priority for him and Uhuru is to cure electoral anxiety.
Hong Kongers await Beijing olive branch
The question on many lips now is if chief executive Carrie Lam will reach out.
‘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.
Road accident claims 12 lives in Niger
FRSC in Niger says 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill village along Mokwa -Makera road in Mokwa Local Government Area of the state.
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
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 […]
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.
Nigeria Army says using phone while approaching check points not allowed
Making phone calls close to military checkpoints is not advisable, a senior Nigerian military official said on Monday. “It is a security measure for when you are approaching a checkpoint,” he said, “you don’t make phone calls,” said Major-General Usman Mohammed, Nigerian Army’s head of Civil-Military Affairs said on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Monday. […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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. […]
Yahaya approves additional N550m for payment of gratuities to retirees
Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has approved the release of an additional N550 million for the payment of gratuities to the state retirees.
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.
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.
Buhari directs accountant-general, MDAs to make daily financial inflows public
Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday directed ministries, departments and agencies of the government to publish daily treasury summary statements of financial inflows and outflows. President Buhari, represented by the Minister of State for Niger Delta, Tayo Alasoadura gave the directives at the official launch of the Financial Transparency Policy and Implementation Guidelines by the […]
Corruption: EFCC recovers N217.2m in Benin Zonal office
Benin Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered about N217,268,236 million between January and December.
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).
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.
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.
Northern Ireland constituency profile - three
The DUP won ten of Northern Ireland's 18 seats in the 2017 Westminster Election, called by Theresa May.
Garda on trial charged with assault of RTÉ cameraman
A garda has gone on trial charged with assaulting an RTÉ cameraman and causing damage to his camera.
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.
Boris Johnson criticised for taking reporter's phone
Boris Johnson took a reporter's phone and put it in his pocket after refusing to look at a photo of a child who had to sleep on a hospital floor.
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.
Finland's Sanna Marin to become world's youngest PM
Finland's former transport minister Sanna Marin, 34, will become the world's youngest sitting prime minister when she is sworn in by the Finnish parliament.
Damages claim by Angela Kerins adjourned until January
A High Court claim for damages by former Rehab CEO Angela Kerins over her treatment by the Dáil Public Accounts Committee has been adjourned until January.
TD Healy-Rae treated for smoke inhalation after fire
Kerry Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae has been treated at hospital in Tralee for smoke inhalation after a fire in his office and shop this morning.
KWS adopts new policies to fight corruption
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - Tourism Cabinet Secretary Najib Balala has emphasised the need for the operationalisation of the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) code - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Leadership crisis in Nairobi County after Sonko graft charges
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - The Nairobi County Government was thrown into a leadership crisis following the arraignment of Governor Mike Sonko who faced over - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
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
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
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
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.. . .
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 . . .
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. . . .
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...
Russia banned from major sporting events for four years by anti-doping authorities
Russia has been banned from competing at major international sporting events for the next four ye...
FAI invited to 'emergency meeting' of Oireachtas Sports Committee
The FAI is being invited to an emergency meeting of the Oireachtas Sport Committee on Wednesday....
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...
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 ...
HC declines to order linking of FB, Twitter, WhatsApp accounts with Aadhaar, PAN
A bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice C Hari Shankar said linking of accounts with social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook and WhatsApp, with Aadhaar, PAN or any other identity document requires framing of policies or amendment in existing laws by the central government and this exercise cannot be done by the court.
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.
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.
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.
PM Modi cautions people against Congress in Jharkhand
Modi, who was addressing a poll rally at Bokaro, compared Jharkhand to a youth attaining 19 years and its citizens its gaurdian and appealed to the people of the state to vote for the BJP government for the second time in a row.
Delhi court allows Robert Vadra to travel abroad
The court directed him to submit a fixed deposit receipt (FDR) of Rs 25 lakh and his contact details and address of his stay abroad.
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.
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.
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.
Ease of Doing Business: Karnataka to pick lessons from New Zealand
Karnataka aims to see an increase in economic growth and job opportunities with an improvement in ease of doing business. Officials must work towards bringing Bengaluru to the forefront in ease of doing business index.
Central GST falls short of budget estimate by 40pc in April-November
CGST collection during Apr-Nov stood at Rs 3.28 lakh crore against budgeted estimate of Rs 5.26 crore.
Include Muslim sects facing persecution in citizenship bill: SAD
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal said his party supports the bill as it will hugely benefit Sikhs facing persecution in Pakistan. He also urged the government to include Ahmediyas and Hazaras in the ambit of the bill as they too are facing persecution in neighbouring countries. He said the move will send a good signal.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Don't give voting rights for 25 years, Shiv Sena on Citizenship Bill
Participating in the debate on the bill, Vinayak Raut (SS) said there is no clarity yet on how and in which state these people would be rehabilitated. He said framing laws is not enough and there is a need to implement them properly.
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.
‘I’m desperate’: Mother posts her daughter’s rape case online after year-long investigation
A mother in Jeneponto regency, South Sulawesi, has posted about her child’s rape case on social media as the police have not yet brought the alleged perpetrator to justice after a year of investigation.
Royke Tumilaar appointed Bank Mandiri president director
State-owned lender Bank Mandiri’s shareholders have officially appointed Royke Tumilaar to be the bank’s new president director.
Jokowi skips KPK anticorruption day invitation, delegating Ma'ruf to attend instead
When asked why he did not attend the KPK event, Jokowi said he was merely “delegating”
Police say City Road alleged stabbings in Cardiff are 'not linked'
There have been two incidents in less than a month
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
Man 'booted the s**t' out of car causing thousands of pounds worth of damage
Alison Brown said that the drivers side handle had been ripped off and all of the panels of the car had been kicked in as well
Boris Johnson took a reporter's phone to avoid looking at a picture of a four-year-old lying on a hospital floor
The Prime Minister had to be reminded to give the phone back
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
Russia sporting ban: World Anti-Doping Agency confirm Russia ban from major events including Olympics and World Cup but not Euro 2020
Russia has been banned from major international sporting events for four years after being found guilty of manipulating laboratory doping data.
Serial rapist Joseph McCann handed 33 life sentences after attacking 11 women and children
McCann embarked on a 'fortnight of terror'
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
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
Diners barred for life over video showing them 'snorting drugs' at city restaurant
Police are investigating after the video was circulated on social media
Uber driver caught watching porn on the Motorway by police
The driver was caught on the hard shoulder
Boris Johnson pockets reporter's phone to avoid picture of 4-year-old on hospital floor
Prime Minister forced to apologise and return phone
Mum "destroyed" by death of "lovely, funny" son
A murder investigation was launched after the Birkenhead-born dad-of-three was found dead in his flat
Russia banned from Tokyo Olympics and 2022 World Cup
Euro 2020 participation remains unaffected.
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.
Finland's new young female prime minister breaks the mold
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) - Finland's government has a new face, and it is young and female.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
Nigerian arrested for confining 3 female MUBS students
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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.
No injuries after a reported vehicle crashed into a building on Brandt Pike
HUBER HEIGHTS — UPDATE @ 6:30 p.m.:
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.
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.
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.
Emergency crews on scene of rollover crash in Dayton
DAYTON — Emergency crews are on the scene of a crash near the intersection of Hoover Avenue and Brooklyn Avenue in Dayton that left an SUV overturned off the road.
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.
One in hospital after crash into pole in Champaign County
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY — UPDATE @ 6:30 a.m.:
Daughter’s Christmas presents reported stolen from vehicle in Butler County
— Oxford police received a report Nov. 30 of toys valued at approximately $200 taken from the trunk of a car parked in a driveway on Kelly Drive.
Finland’s Sanna Marin to become world’s youngest prime minister
At just 34, the Finnish social democrat will be confirmed as the new leader on Tuesday
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
Man pleads not guilty to murdering Japanese national
Mohamed Morei on trial over death of Yosuke Sasaki in Dundalk in January 2018
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
Boris Johnson ‘broke his word’ over Brexit union pledge, says Arlene Foster
DUP says deal will put a border down the Irish sea and threaten the union with Britain
Goods moving between Britain and North will require checking - Coveney
British Prime Minister claimed over the weekend such checks would not be necessary
Boris Johnson criticised after pocketing reporter’s phone
ITV journalist Joe Pike tried to show PM photograph of child lying on coats in hospital
China claims it has freed Uighurs and other minorities in Xinjiang
‘All the trainees . . . have completed their studies,’ says governor, without evidence
Have you been the victim of a burglary in Ireland?
Share your stories about your house being broken into or car being stolen
Lessons learned from man’s death have improved safety, inquest hears
Tony McDermott died during loading incident at warehouse in Co Kildare
CEO hacked employee’s phone and downloaded ‘intimate’ images
WRC awards ex-worker with fashion firm €94,000 for sexual harassment and unfair dismissal
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
Woman dies swimming off Antrim coast
Another woman who got into difficulty taken to hospital; understood women were part of swim group
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
Staggering moment Boris Johnson takes ITV reporter's phone to avoid picture of boy, 4, on hospital floor
ITV reporter Joe Pike has said Boris Johnson took his phone off him when he showed him a picture of Jack Williment-Barr, the four-year-old with suspected pneumonia forced to lie on a pile of coats on the floor of a Leeds hospital
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Vehicle hits shed, comes to rest against tree after crash in Lafayette County, deputies say
One person was injured after a crash where a vehicle hit a shed and tree in Lafayette County, deputies said.
Teen cited after falling asleep at wheel, crashing vehicle into corn field, deputies say
An Illinois teen was cited after his vehicle was found abandoned in the middle of a corn field, according to a release by the Green County Sheriff's Office.
Trump, Saudi Arabia stay close after Pensacola shooting
President Donald Trump appears to be maintaining his support of Saudi Arabia in the wake of a deadly shooting at a U.S. naval base allegedly perpetrated by a Saudi national -- a crime the FBI presumes is an act of terrorism.
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.
Sievers and Rodgers sentencings happening this week
The penalty phase in the trial of Mark Sievers will start Tuesday.
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.
Child hit by vehicle in Immokalee Monday morning
Troopers say a child was seriously injured Monday morning when they were hit by a vehicle.
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.
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.
Cape Coral to discuss noise ordinance again
City council members are expected to vote on a noise ordinance Monday night in Cape Coral.
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
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.
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.
Officers thank Cape Coral man for helping rescue woman from canal
Police have issued a Citizen Commendable Action Coin to a Cape Coral man who helped rescue an elderly woman from a canal last month.
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.
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
Prime Minister Boris Johnson 'looking at' getting rid of the BBC licence fee
Could it be under threat?
Russia banned from all global sport by World Anti-Doping Agency
Russia has been banned from all global sport for four years, including the 2020 Olympics, by the World Anti-Doping Agency.
Tesla Model 3 on Autopilot crashes into two cars in Connecticut
On Saturday, a Tesla Model 3 on Autopilot mode crashed into a stationary police car and a disabled vehicle near the area of Interstate 95 in the city of Norwalk, Connecticut, United States.
Kijana Wamalwa's Son Dies
William was a second-year student at the University of Nairobi at the time of his death...
Kalonzo's Little-Known Job in Museveni's Backyard
Musyoka has been serving in that capacity since 2013 and had his tenure extended in 2017, ensuring that he would serve until...
Uhuru Lands Top International Role
Knowing fully well the task ahead, President Kenyatta lay his agenda before the leaders present with a view to...
CCTV Captures Moment Driver Plunged into Indian Ocean at High Speed [VIDEO]
The incident was reported to have occurred at 4:20 a.m. with the Kenya Ferry Services (KFS) management stating that the...
Tassia Rescue Missions Ends as Children's Bodies Found
Rescue mission at the Tassia Tragedy has come to an end with fresh findings involving the...
Sonko Speaks on Appointment of Deputy Governor
Speaking to Kenyans.co.ke through his Director of Communications, Sonko explained...
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...
Questions Raised as Jowie Mysteriously Disappears From Prison
According to her statement, the officer in charge informed them that the suspect in Monica Kimani's murder had been...
Govt's Ksh400 Million Gamble That Backfired
A report tabled in Parliament from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reveals an extra...
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.
Mayo garda appeal issued over missing person
Gardai in Mayo are appealing for information to help them trace a missing person.
Councillor walks out of meeting in budget protest
SINN Féin Councillor Gerry Murray walked out of a meeting of Mayo County Council this afternoon (Monday) in protest over how the previous week's budget meeting was conducted.
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.
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...
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...
Ericsson pays over USD 1 bln to resolve bribery charges in the US
Ericsson has agreed to pay USD 520.6 million and USD 458.4 million (plus pre-judgement interest of USD 81.5 million) to settle bribery charges brought by the US Department of Justice (DoJ) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), for a total of over USD 1 billion. CEO Borje Ekholm said the Ericsson can move forward and build a stronger company.
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.
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.
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.
Human remains discovered in Lincoln Parish
The Lincoln Parish Sheriff's Office says human remains have been discovered in the parish.
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.
Disabled man dies in Franklin Parish fire
Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal fire in Franklin Parish.
MPD: Police investigating shooting on Dick Taylor Street
It happened Monday morning on Dick Taylor Street.
Warning after couple buy fake TV from scam salesperson at service station
The seller claimed the TV was brand new and from Costco
Inquest opened following death of a man in Swadlincote
The case has now been adjourned
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Man (28) arrested over double ATM theft in Antrim
A 28-year-old man has been arrested over the theft of a double ATM from a Tesco supermarket in Antrim town last week.