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Don't mind me - with Patricia Feehily
WE can all sit back now and relax, seeing that Tipperary wasn’t disenfranchised by a legal loophole in the general election and forced to board the ship of state at another port, a month hence, ...
Tech Conferences in Asia On Hold Due To Coronavirus Outbreak
This week, organizers of Black Hat Asia and DEF CON China security conferences announced that the coronavirus outbreak in the region is forcing them to put the events on hold.
Plastic Surgery Patient Photos, Info Exposed by Leaky Database
Hundreds of thousands of documents with plastic surgery patients' personal information and highly sensitive photos were exposed online by an improperly secured Amazon Web Services (AWS) S3 bucket.
Once a "Blind Spot," Kid-Safe Content Becomes Big Tech Obsession
Video sites for children are booming as YouTube and others invest heavily in family fare: "You're going to see a huge wave of development."
Cheet-ing death! Impala survives after shaking off five cheetahs in Kenya
British photographer Kevin Rooney, 53, captured the miracle escape in the Naboisho Conservancy. The male buck was stalked by a mother cheetah who was then joined by her four cubs.
Italy's most famous porn star, Cicciolina, 68, launches political party after government cut her pension - three decades after she was elected as an MP
Between 1987 and 1991 she served as an MP with the Radical Party and made headline-grabbing policy pledges, such as offering to have sex with Saddam Hussein in return for peace in Iraq.
'Front door opened okay, house hadn't blown down in the storms': Ex-Arrowe Park detainee, 38, laughs off 14-day coronavirus quarantine after returning home (but not before trip to the PUB)
Matt Raw, 38, was the first evacuee from the Chinese city of Wuhan, the centre of the escalating outbreak, and told Good Morning Britain he was happy to be home and thanked staff at Arrowe Park Hospital.
Sir Geoffrey Boycott, 79, shuns the cameras and avoids interviews as he picks up knighthood at Buckingham Palace amid backlash over his conviction for assaulting ex lover
The convicted domestic abuser shunned all media while picking up his knighthood at Buckingham Palace today. The 79-year-old was found guilty of beating up Margaret Moore in 1996.
Married NHS consultant, 54, accused of affairs with two patients he treated in A&E is CLEARED of misconduct as disciplinary panel slams 'defective' hospital investigation into the claims
Dr Richard MacCallum, 54, was accused of having sex with two patients who were admitted to A&E at Stirling Royal Infirmary in Scotland, where Dr MacCallum was a consultant.
EXCLUSIVE: This is the private $500k grave where Kobe and daughter Gianna were laid to rest side-by-side, decorated with Lakers colored flowers, pinwheels and rosaries placed on their headstone
Kobe Bryant and Gianna were laid to rest side-by-side last Friday at Pacific View Memorial Park in Corona del Mar, California, exclusive DailyMail.com photos show.
Armed police carrying machine guns storm Manchester's Arndale shopping centre in anti-terror training exercise 'to prepare for real-life scenarios'
Greater Manchester Police staged the major terrorist incident at the Arndale Centre last night. Armed police in full riot gear were seen running around wielding large guns and shields.
Sex scandal forces Emmanuel Macron's closest lieutenant to scrap bid to become Paris mayor after video shows the married father pleasuring himself while 'sexting' a woman
Married father-of-two Benjamin Griveaux (pictured) bemoaned 'ignoble attacks endangering my private life' as he quit the race for mayor of Paris today.
Boris Johnson 'CANCELS trip to US to see Donald Trump' saying he is too BUSY amid transatlantic tensions over Huawei and death of British teen Harry Dunn that risk delaying a post-Brexit trade deal
The Prime Minister is said to have originally planned to visit Washington last month before moving the trip to February. But now the plans have been shelved and they will now meet in June.
Nigerian prince, 62, turns his back on royal life back home where his brother is The Paramount Ruler of Odo-Ayandelu to spend his days hunting leaks for Thames Water in London
Akeem Adenuga, 62, comes from the state of Lagos, Nigeria, where his brother is Royal Majesty Oba Asunmo Ganiyu Aderibigbe Balogun, Jamade 1, Paramount Ruler of Odo-Ayandelu.
Nun on the run: Italian fraudster evaded police for two years by posing as a religious sister and living in convents across Italy
The 47-year-old woman, who has not been named, went on the run in late 2017 as she was convicted of fraud by a Sicilian court and sentenced in her absence to two years in prison.
EuroMillions winner Gillian Bayford who scooped £148m 'attacked her domestic abuse campaigner ex-lover on THREE separate occasions causing head and neck injuries'
The 47-year-old (pictured), from Dundee, who won £148million with her now ex-husband Adrian in 2012, is facing a trial over allegations that she assaulted Gavin Innes while they were dating.
Borderlands 3 February Update is now available, increases level cap, full patch notes revealed
Gearbox has released the February Update for Borderlands 3.
More people failed to pay property taxes in 2019: City of Regina
“The numbers are a little bit different from last year, a little bit higher.”
Police open road near Co-op Refinery
After a week of traffic restrictions, a road running alongside the Co-op Refinery Complex is again open to all motorists.
Barcelona show support for Chinese people affected by coronavirus
Barcelona show support for Chinese people affected by coronavirus
Indigenous protests and a frozen bicycle: Friday's best photos
The Guardian’s picture editors select highlights from around the world
See Modded Shelby GT500 Race Stock Dodge Demon At The Drag Strip
A recent video from Demonology pits a modified 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 on street tires against a Challenger SRT Demon on drag radials.
Ram Dealers Want The Dakota Midsize Truck To Return
Ram doesn't have a midsized offering, and a major representative of the dealer body wants that to change.
Presidency responds to Malema's 'GBV challenge'
Responding to Malema on Friday, Presidency spokesperson Khusela Diko, said the president had consistently said on the record ...
Corruption and mismanagement to blame for SA poor economy - Cosatu
Reacting to President Cyril Ramaphosa's SONA, Cosatu warned the government not to outsource its developmental obligations to the private sector.
Malema not convinced by Ramaphosa’s jobs plan
Julius Malema said Ramaphosa continued to create long-term plans focused on consultations, which have had little results ...
WATCH: A roundup of IOL's Top 5 stories this week
From a viral office sex video and swimming snakes to the EFF disrupting SONA, here are the stories that held the attention of our readers this week.
44 million South Africans registered on Electronic Health Patient Registration, says Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the fundamental condition for growth and development is a healthy and productive population, ...
Julius Malema says President Cyril Ramaphosa is De Klerk's 'ice boy'
EFF leader Julius Malema said that president Cyril Ramaphosa was the 'ice boy' (servant) of former president FW De Klerk.
KZN Post Office staff on alert after 'dodgy parcel' makes Joburg staff sick
Customers are cautioned that it is illegal to post any illegal, hazardous or poisonous substance
Child sexual abuse images just 'three clicks away', warns UK authorities
Paedophiles can access child abuse images online in just three clicks, the National Crime Agency in Britain warned.
Shame on you Twitter trolls for doubting Zulaikha Patel’s activism
The girl who sparked the Afro protests at Pretoria Girls High School in 2016 was invited to attend the State of the Nation Address on Thursday.
Numsa vows to appeal after court rejects bid to block SAA job cuts
An application by two trade unions to block job cuts at struggling state-owned airline SAA was rejected by the country's labour court.
LIVE FEED: Chinese ambassador to SA gives coronavirus update
His Excellency Lin Songtian is hosting a briefing to update South Africans on the progress being made in China to fight the novel coronavirus.
SONA 2020: Ramaphosa is a lame duck, says FFPlus
FFPlus leader Pieter Groenewald called President Cyril Ramaphosa a "lame duck" following his State of the Nation Address.
Violent clash between police, taxi drivers leaves 3 people dead and cop injured
Violence erupted at eMbalenhle Taxi Rand in Mpumalanga where police had gone to conduct a search operation.
Porn movie shot at holy site outrages Myanmar
Myanmar citizens are fuming over a 12-minute porn video shot by an Italian couple in Bagan, a tourist hotspot and UNESCO heritage site of Buddhist pagodas
No quick fix to pipeline protests, Trudeau says, as rail links severed
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says there are no easy answers to the dispute over a British Columbia pipeline project that has sparked Indigenous protests at vital rail links across Canada.
No shirts, no city services: Firefighter calendar too steamy for Ontario officials
An Ontario city is telling its firefighters to turn down the heat on their steamy annual calendar or risk losing municipal backing for the fundraiser.
Global economic security critical, Trudeau to tell security conference
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will address the Munich Security Conference today and urge global leaders to accept that a changing world requires more effort to bring economic prosperity for all.
Canada hopeful Iran will provide black boxes from downed airliner: Champagne
Canadian Foreign Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne says he sees progress in persuading Iran to relinquish the black boxes from the Ukrainian jetliner that crashed near Tehran last month.
Ontario Power Generation, Hydro One create Ivy electric vehicle charging network
Two of Ontario's biggest utilities have formed a new company to create a province-wide fast-charger network for electric vehicles.
Pipeline protests expected today, governments to meet with First Nations
Anti-pipeline protests that have severed vital freight and passenger rail links across Canada could heat up today, with the added threat of activists planning to shut down government offices in British Columbia's capital.
Love Island Jamie's comments about Newcastle United spark uproar on Twitter
Love Island contestant Jamie Clayton's comments about Newcastle United prompted an outpouring of tweets
Northumbrian Water to challenge regulator over price controls
North East water firm wants to balance reductions to bills with environmental improvements
This is how much Sunderland council tax is going to rise by
“Raising council tax is one of those difficult decisions, if we don’t raise it we will need to cut services further"
US government $10bn Pentagon cloud contract put on hold
Jeff Bezos believes Trump nixed Amazon’s bid for Microsoft in pursuit of political agenda.
Beware these Valentines Day catfishing online scams
Don't get caught out by security heartbreak this Valentines Day.
Some Apple stores in China to reopen following coronavirus fears
Apple stores in Shenzhen and Shanghai remain closed, but others resume limited operations.
Five months out, Japan's Olympics organisers say 'no plan B' amid coronavirus fears
Organisers for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics say they have no contingency plans for cancelling the event, despite rising fears of a coronavirus outbeak in neighbouring China. Officials said plans for the Summer Olympics to open on July 24 remained "on track", despite jolts from the virus which has infected almost 64,000 globally and killed more than 1,400, mostly in China. “The advice we’re received externally from the WHO (World Health Organisation) is that there’s no case for any contingency plans or cancelling the Games or moving the Games,” said John Coates, the head of an International Olympic Committee inspection team. Japan reported its first coronavirus death on Thursday, and is carrying out checks on passengers of a quarantined cruise ship, Diamond Princess, after the virus was found onboard earlier in February.
Tesco under fire for blocking rival stores opening nearby
Tesco has come under fire for stifling competition in the grocery market for up to 10 years, preventing rivals from opening stores near their own. The competition watchdog said it first approached the country's largest supermarket chain on the issue in 2018 after uncovering evidence it had been stopping landlords from letting property to rivals The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said the supermarket may have reduced competition by unlawfully leaning on its landlords not to rent nearby sites to rivals, leaving shoppers worse off. The watchdog stopped short of fining Tesco because it is unable to do so under current rules.
Angry Brexiteer destroyed on Twitter after complaining about long queue at EU airport
A Brexit Leave voter has been annihilated on Twitter after complaining about his long wait in the immigration queue at the airport. The UK officially left the EU at the end of last month which means that a British traveller will have to take the 'Other nationalities' border check queue when travelling to EU countries -- which can be a much lengthier process. And it seems some Brexit voters didn't take this consideration into account when they voted on June 23, 2016 -- including a Twitter user who had decided to take a trip to Amsterdam. 'Absolutely disgusting service at
Santa Barbara Airport Gets Record Passengers for 2019
The airlines serving Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) have completed their passenger reporting for 2019 and confirm that the Airport has broken all-time records for passenger traffic for calendar year 2019. Still, the Airport’s numbers would have been even higher – exceeding one million passengers – if the Airport had not been closed for 18 hours on August 25, 2019 after a private C-130 aircraft crashed on the main runway, cancelling all flights.
Bike Sharing Program Leaves UCSB
The HOPR Bike Share company has ended its contract with UC Santa Barbara and plans to leave by spring break, reports The Daily Nexus.
Gayle King accepts Snoop Dogg’s apology after he ‘threatens’ her over Kobe Bryant rape question
Gayle King has responded to Snoop Dogg’s apology for verbally attacking her after she asked about Kobe Bryant‘s rape allegations in an interview following his death.
Bernie Sanders will be good for American economy, top economist says after Goldman Sachs attack
Bernie Sanders’ economic policies would be good for the American economy, according to a new book by a renowned economist.
Boris Johnson delays plans for US visit after angry phone call with Trump
Boris Johnson is understood to have cancelled plans for a spring visit to the US amid tensions with Donald Trump about the decision to allow Chinese firm Huawei to play a role in the UK’s 5G network.
Take a walk into the past – or into the future – with thrilling Bangkok Design Week
The Nation / ANN It’s bigger, better, more interesting and extra exciting. The third edition of Bangkok Design Week, ongoing until this Sunday (February 9), has expanded to three more areas – Samyan, Thonglor-Ekkamai and Ari-Pradipat in addition to the main Charoenkrung-Talad Noi – and features unseen places and compelling experiences coupled with mesmerising pieces of creative design.
AA’s shell hit a primary school in Buthidaung injuring 20 students
A shell fired by the Arakan Army (AA) hit a primary school in Khami Chaung Village, Buthidaung Township on February 13 injuring 20 students, announced the Office of the Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Services on February 13.
Eight died and 21 injured in 18 mine blasts in Kachin State in 2019
A total of 18 mine blasts occurred in Kachin State in 2019 killing eight and injuring 21, according to figures from the state government. Most of them are men and seven men and one woman were killed in the accident. 16 others men and 5 women were injured.
Myanmar to complain to UNESCO over foreigners’ porn video shooting in Bagan
A report will be sent to UNESCO for its advice over taking action against the foreigners reportedly making a pornographic video in Bagan region, listed as a World Heritage Site, said Than Zaw Oo, director of the Department of Archaeology and National Museum.
Fiat Chrysler halts production in Serbia over China disruption
MILAN, Feb 14 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA) said today it had temporarily halted production at its Serbian plant due to disruptions related to components sourced from China, where businesses have been hampered by the outbreak of a new coronavirus. Planned downtime at the Kragujevac plant in Serbia, where...
Hunt on for ‘patient zero’ who spread Covid-19 globally from Singapore
SINGAPORE, Feb 14 — As lion dancers snaked between conference room tables laden with plastic bottles, pens, notebooks and laptops, some staff from British gas analytics firm Servomex snapped photos of the performance meant to bring good luck and fortune. But the January sales meeting in a luxury...
Where’s the love? Indonesia says no to Valentine’s Day
MAKASSAR, Feb 14 — Indonesia wasn’t feeling the love for Valentine’s Day today as authorities arrested couples in one city, scolded stores over condom displays and warned students they would be reprimanded for amorous activities. Makassar on Sulawesi island doled out some tough love with...
Citing Covid-19 ‘emergency’, DPM says mask makers can hire more migrant workers to ramp up output
PUTRAJAYA, Feb 14 — Putrajaya is allowing local manufacturers of face masks to recruit more foreign workers to meet rising market demands over the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak here. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said the manufacturers pled for a relaxation in...
Mourinho defends Alli over coronavirus video
LONDON, Feb 14 — Dele Alli is not racist and regrets posting a social media video which appeared to joke about the new coronavirus, said Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho today. Mourinho put the 23-year-old Spurs and England midfielder’s Snapchat video down to “a young generation”...
Gang kills four police in operation to free leader in Honduras
TEGUCIGALPA, Feb 14 — Armed men killed four police officers and wounded another four as they freed a leader of the notorious MS-13 gang from a court in Honduras, authorities said. Around 20 gang members opened fire yesterday outside a court in El Progreso, around 140km north of the capital...
Cruise industry shuns Asia, seeking to limit Covid-19 risks
BANGKOK, Feb 14 — The plight of the cruise ship off Japan with more than 200 coronavirus infections and the shunning of another luxury liner by five ports despite no known cases has led to a sharp change in tack for an industry in shock: avoid Asia. To that end, many cruises in the region are...
Five Covid-19 cases in Hospital Klang? Fake news, says Health Ministry (VIDEO)
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The Health Ministry was forced again to debunk allegations of new coronavirus-positive cases in the country, this time totalling five purportedly at the Klang Hospital. The ministry explained that a video that has been circulating on the internet showing a masked...
DPM: Under-quarantine Malaysians repatriated from Wuhan may be allowed home Feb 18
PUTRAJAYA, Feb 14 — The 105 Malaysians and their family members who were evacuated from Wuhan, China earlier this month will be allowed to go home in four more days if their condition remains the same, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said today. The deputy prime minister said all of them...
Carney says business must come clean quickly on climate
LONDON, Feb 14 — Bank of England Governor Mark Carney called on the world’s businesses to publish strategies for cutting carbon emissions and adopting cleaner power sources by November, when world leaders meet in Scotland for UN-led climate talks. “It’s not just green assets and divestment...
Hong Kong actor Louis Koo to the rescue with 20,000 face masks for entertainment industry veterans
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Hong Kong actor Louis Koo jumped in to help veteran actors and actresses facing difficulties to get face masks in light of the Covid-19 outbreak. Through the Entertainers Association, Koo managed to get 20,000 face masks which will be distributed to the industry seniors....
Dry spell: Melaka makes available five portable water treatment plants
MELAKA, Feb 14 — The Melaka government will be providing five Portable Water Treatment Plants (PWTPs) costing a total of RM2.2 million which will be placed in five locations in Zone 1 here that is facing water rationing. State Public Works, Transport and Basic Amenities Committee chairman Datuk...
Singapore PM Lee: Covid-19 outbreak expected to last longer than SARS and cause greater economic impact, but life has to go on
SINGAPORE, Feb 14 — While it took four months before the Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) was fully eradicated from Singapore back in 2003, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said the Covid-19 outbreak is expected to last longer, with a greater impact already hitting the economy. However, Lee...
Turkey says to export fast-results coronavirus detection kit
ANKARA, Feb 14 — Turkey will in coming days export to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan locally-produced coronavirus detection kits that can get results in about two hours, its health minister said today. China’s coronavirus outbreak has showed no sign of peaking with health authorities reporting more...
Johor MB: Purchase of new Toyota Camry for excos made after assessment by PWD
MUAR, Feb 14 — The recent purchase of new Toyota Camry cars for Johor executive council members was made after assessment by the Public Works Department (JKR), said Mentri Besar Datuk Dr Sahruddin Jamal. He said the state government had bought 15 Toyota Camry cars to replace the...
Cleanliness of wet markets only at 40pc, says minister
PASIR PUTEH, Feb 14 — The cleanliness level of most wet markets in Malaysia hovers around 40 per cent, said Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin. In view of this, she called on traders and customers to change their attitude and habits, especially...
Covid-19 infections: Ministry receives 250 complaints about face masks
KUCHING, Feb 14 — The Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry has received 250 complaints concerning face masks in the wake of Covid-19 infections. Its Deputy Minister Chong Chieng Jen said the highest number comprised 181 complaints concerning expensive prices, while the other complaints...
Taman Desa condo developer confirms slab collapse, says cause under investigation
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The developer of The Address condominium project in Taman Desa, Kuala Lumpur has affirmed a structure in the building gave way during construction earlier today. In a statement on The Address’ official Facebook page, Maxim Holdings management also sought to assure its...
Covid-19 hits Chinese health workers as economy limps back to life
BEIJING, Feb 14 — The new coronavirus has infected 1,700 Chinese health workers and killed six, authorities said today, as businesses struggled to balance containment measures with a return from an extended post-holiday break. Authorities reported 5,090 new cases in mainland China, including more...
Does Dr M need SDs to complete his term as PM?
COMMENTARY, Feb 14 — As many as 138 out of 222 MPs are alleged to have signed statutory declarations (SDs) in support of sitting Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad staying the full term in the latest political twist enveloping Malaysia. According to news reports, the remainder denied signing...
How powerful was Harvey Weinstein? His film legacy paints a picture
LOS ANGELES, Feb 14 — At the heart of Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape trial is a power dynamic between a producer of some of the biggest culture-defining films of the past 20 years and two women who accuse him of abusing that stature by sexually assaulting them. Weinstein, 67, has pleaded not...
Team Sapura Cycling score historic win at 2020 Le Tour de Langkawi
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Malaysian continental team, Team Sapura Cycling (TSC), created history by becoming the first local outfit to emerge overall champions in the 2020 Le Tour de Langkawi (LTdL) here today. TSC were adjudged the best team with a combined time of 80 hours 02 minutes 45...
Hand sanitisers as London Fashion Week opens amid Covid-19 disruption
LONDON, Feb 14 — Hand sanitisers and face masks were the new must-have accessories as London Fashion Week opened today, in what was expected to be a subdued gathering hit by the absence of many Chinese attendees because of coronavirus. Fashionistas queued for catwalk shows sporting face masks in...
IOC coordinator: WHO says no case for cancelling, moving Tokyo Games
TOKYO, Feb 14 — The World Health Organization has told the International Olympic Committee there is no case for cancelling or relocating the Tokyo 2020 Olympics over the coronavirus outbreak, the head of the IOC’s Coordination Commission said today. The 17-day event is due to start on July 24....
Love in the time of Covid-19: A quiet Valentine’s Day in China
BEIJING, Feb 14 — It was supposed to be a whirlwind tour of China for Jiang Lanyi’s boyfriend: Classical gardens in Suzhou, modern art in Shanghai, ice-skating in central Beijing. Instead, the 24-year-old and her Ukrainian partner have spent more than two weeks holed up in her parents’ house...
Shell confirms Singapore Covid-19 case, sends staff home after another scare
SINGAPORE, Feb 14 — Shell said today a contractor working at its Singapore refinery had contracted Covid-19, as the city state reported its biggest jump in new cases so far. The oil giant said earlier it had sent some staff home from its main office in Singapore after discovering another employee...
Politico: Zuckerberg accepts Facebook may pay more tax in different places
MUNICH, Feb 14 — Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg accepts that global tax reforms mean the social networking giant may have to pay more taxes in different countries, Politico reported, citing excerpts of a speech he is due to give on Saturday. Cross-border tax rules are set to be...
Stop work for now, Zuraida tells Taman Desa condo builder after slab falls
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — All construction work on The Address condominium in Taman Desa must stop with immediate effect, Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin said tonight after a concrete slab from the building’s sixth floor collapsed earlier in the day. Two men were trapped...
Health minister announces four more clear of Covid-19, can go home today
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — It’s a sweet Valentine for four Covid-19 patients who were given the all-clear sign and allowed to go home today. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad announced that the quartet, who were the first, second, third and fifth cases to be diagnosed with the coronavirus...
‘Bin Abdullah’ case: Uphold the child’s right to a name, identity and family — Sisters In Islam
FEBRUARY 14 — Sisters in Islam (SIS) views the Federal Court’s decision on the “bin Abdullah” case with mixed concerns. While we welcome the ruling by the Federal Court to remove “bin Abdullah” from a Johor-born Muslim child’s name from his birth certificate, however, we view with...
Cryptocurrency Boosts Illicit Gambling on Asian Soccer Leagues
Cryptocurrency has purportedly helped to increase illegal gambling activity on soccer across the Asian continent.
Russia Leads Multinational Stablecoin Initiative
Russia is taking the lead in issuing a multinational stablecoin backed by commodities with the Eurasian Economic Union, or EAEU, and BRICS countries.
After MIT Find Vulnerabilities, Medici Ventures Defends Blockchain Voting App Voatz
CEO of Overstock has issued a statement supporting blockchain in voting in response to the technology’s recently published vulnerabilities claims.
Mike Bloomberg once said taking too much money from the rich and giving it to the poor was a bigger problem than income inequality
Bloomberg once said in 2018 that taking too much money from the rich was a bigger problem than income inequality. 'I think income inequality is ...
They documented the coronavirus crisis in Wuhan, and then they vanished | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
HONG KONG >> The beige van squatted outside of a Wuhan hospital, its side and back doors ajar. Fang Bin, a local clothing salesman, peered inside as he walked past. He groaned: “So many dead.” He counted five, six, seven, eight body bags. “This is too many.”
Measurement of mechanical stability of force transmission supramolecular linkages
NUS biophysicists have developed a manipulation assay that can quantify the mechanical stability and biochemical regulations of inter-molecular interactions at the single-molecule level.
Researchers realize two-photon pumped nanolaser from formamidinium perovskites
Formamidinium (FA) perovskites have exhibited outstanding optoelectronic properties in efficient solar cells and light-emitting diodes. However, their development on nanolaser application has rarely been ...
Quantum interference observed in real time: Extreme UV-light spectroscopy technique
A team headed by Prof. Dr. Frank Stienkemeier and Dr. Lukas Bruder from the Institute of Physics at the University of Freiburg has succeeded in observing in real-time ultrafast quantum interferences—in ...
Lab investigates underpinnings of political polarization
Immigration. Abortion. Guns. Name a third-rail conversation topic and chances are Xiaowen Xu is talking about it—and she knows you are, too.
Q&A: Coronavirus likely to infect the global economy
The rapid development of China's coronavirus crisis coincided with the annual idling of much of the country's economic activity due to the Lunar New Year break, which typically runs for a week or two. ...
Macron ally pulls out of Paris mayoral race amid sex images reports
A Russian performance artist reportedly claimed responsibility for leaks of compromising sexual images involving Benjamin Griveaux.
Briton stranded on cruise ship ‘really thankful’ to be going home
John Stanley had been stranded at sea for two weeks on the MS Westerdam.
Hundreds of people contacted as coronavirus case emerges after bus summit
Those who attended the UK Bus Summit at the QEII Centre in Westminster on February 6 have been contacted.
Quarantined cruise ship passengers beg Richard Branson for help
A British couple stuck onboard a cruise ship quarantined off the coast of Japan have appealed to billionaire Richard Branson for help.
Murdered Kieran Doherty’s mother ‘relives his death every day’
It is 10 years since the victim, 31, was found dead after he was dumped on the Braehead Road in Londonderry.
Google-backed Digital Academy hailed a huge success
A four-month Shropshire Digital Skills Academy supported by Google has been hailed a massive success – with plans already in place to run it again later this year.
Alleged racist language at Kilmarnock v Rangers match investigated
TV cameras appeared to capture a shout aimed towards Alfredo Morelos during Wednesday night’s game at Rugby Park.
Hundreds of ‘sexting’ suspects are children as young as six, say police
The Metropolitan Police said many youngsters are unaware they are breaking the law by taking, sharing or possessing explicit pictures.
Quarantined cruise ship passengers beg Richard Branson for help
David Abel has asked the Virgin boss to charter a special plane to fly British passengers home.
Sir Geoffrey Boycott silent on conviction criticism as he receives knighthood
The former England captain has been nominated by cricket fan Theresa May as she stepped down as PM.
One of UK coronavirus patients ‘attended Westminster conference’
Nine people have been confirmed with Covid-19 in the UK.
Plans go in for new Newtown Aldi store
A new supermarket is set to be built on the site of a former car dealership.
Debate kicking off over football club mascot charges
How much does your club charge to be a matchday mascot?
Shropshire Star comment: Johnson may live to regret Treasury coup
Sajid Javid’s resignation as Chancellor came as a major shock in what was expected to be a fairly tame Cabinet reshuffle.
Engine ‘fanatic’ Titchmarsh thrilled to join Flying Scotsman for line reopening
The event was held following the completion of works to rebuild nearby White Lane Down Bridge.
Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in union chief’s disappearance dies
Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien was portrayed by Jesse Plemons in Martin Scorsese film The Irishman.
Tesco rapped for ‘unlawfully’ blocking competition
Twenty three of the company’s 5,354 leases stopped competitors opening stores nearby, the competition watchdog found.
I'm the one who cursed that boy - Atwoli on Echesa's troubles
Echesa is currently in state custody
Don't stand by as foreigners abuse you - Atwoli tells Kenyans what to do
Don't fear to fight anyone who is causing trouble at your job- Atwoli tells Kenyans
Pavlensky, artist provocateur, claims top French political scalp
Pyotr Pavlensky, the Russian artist provocateur who forced a top French politician to drop out of a key election Friday, is well known for his shock and awe "performances," usually involving pain and discomfort for all involved to highlight causes he thinks are worth fighting for.
Indian students stripped for menstruation checks
Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.
Biggest jump in world defence spending in 10 years: study
Global spending on defence rose by four percent in 2019, the largest growth in 10 years, led by big increases from the US and China, a study said Friday.
Ex-CS Rashid Echesa sent to jail
Echesa to spend weekend in jail
NSTP visit an eye-opener for Meiji University students
KUALA LUMPUR: In an effort to expose undergraduates to the working world, six exchange students from Meiji University, Tokyo under the Summer School Programme paid a visit to The New Straits Times Press (Malaysia) Berhad (NSTP) yesterday.
Dr M to announce economic stimulus package on Feb 27
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad will announce an economic stimulus package on Feb 27 to mitigate the adverse external economic impacts brought about by the Covid-19 outbreak.
MTUC takes Kulasegaran to task over remarks against Solomon
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Trade Union Congress (MTUC) has taken Human Resources Minister M. Kulasegaran to task over the latter's remarks against the congress’ secretary-general, J. Solomon.
MOH urges private sector to step up Covid-19 precautionary measures
KUALA LUMPUR: The private sector is encouraged to take precautionary steps amid the ongoing Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak.
FEEL GOOD | 25-year-old becomes youngest person to obtain law doctorate at Pretoria University
Scholar Dr Marko Svicevic has set a new record for the youngest person to ever obtain a Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Pretoria's Faculty of Law.
Julius Malema talks 'love and hate' in up-down relationship with Pravin Gordhan
Just because two people divorce, doesn't mean they never loved one another. This is how EFF leader Julius Malema described the party's relationship with Minister Pravin Gordhan.
Eastern Cape protesters disrupt funeral procession for ANC councillor's mother
Residents of Peace Village in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage, have made good on their threat to disrupt funeral processions until the paving of Siwani Street is complete.
SONA 2020 | Groans, delays, an EFF walkout and a surprise vacant seat
There were points of order, a rugby world champion and a Miss Universe in the public gallery, and as the EFF left the House, and the State of the Nation Address got going, someone else was no longer in her seat...
Zindzi Mandela 'heartbroken' that ANC defended FW de Klerk's presence at SONA
The daughter of former president Nelson Mandela has tweeted that she is heartbroken following Thursday's State of the Nation Address.
Hawks swoop on Mpumalanga businessman for allegedly trying to bribe cop over his impounded car
The Hawks have arrested a prominent Middelburg businessman after he allegedly tried to bribe a police officer to release his impounded vehicle.
Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video
Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, has withdrawn from the race over a leaked sex video, in a blow for the French president's party ahead of March local elections.
Sound Transit in court, Inslee on climate, milk on the menu
Day 33 of 60 of the 2020 session of the Washington Legislature in Olympia.
RAF Mildenhall Closure Delayed Until At Least 2027
The decision to close the base was first made in 2015.
Jeremy Quin Appointed Defence Minister
Jeremy Quin MP takes over from James Heappey MP as Minister for Defence Procurement.
Midrar Ali: Parents lose court appeal over baby's treatment
Court of Appeal judges rule in favour of St Mary's Hospital over the treatment of Midrar Ali.
Pele Breaks Silence On Health Issues
After recent comments by Pele's son, who had stated that the football legend is embarrassed to leave his house, shocked the football world, the Brazilian icon has now commented on his health issues for the first time.
GM Scrambles to Shield U.S. Plants From Virus Disruption
General Motors Co. is working to maintain the flow of parts to some of its most profitable U.S. plants to keep them from becoming the next factories idled by the coronavirus spreading in China.
States Reject Opioid Makers’ $18 Billion Settlement Offer
21 U.S. states are rejecting an $18 billion offer by McKesson Corp. and other opioid distributors to resolve nationwide litigation over their handling of the highly addictive painkillers, according to people familiar with the talks.
Larry Ellison Joins Peter Thiel In Trump’s Camp
It will be interesting to see who else—if anyone—from the Silicon Valley elite follows Ellison.
Rising in Polls, Bloomberg Will Soon Find Out If Support Is Real
Michael Bloomberg entered the Democratic presidential race late and tore up the traditional playbook on the theory that he would emerge as the centrist alternative if Joe Biden faltered and a progressive was surging.
Dairies Are Desperate to Get Americans to Drink Milk Again
Facing an unprecedented and protracted slump in demand, the industry is coming up with all sorts of innovations.
Xi’s Pick to Save China From Virus Is Loyalist Who Lured Tesla
Barely a month ago, then-Shanghai Mayor Ying Yong was sharing a stage with Elon Musk to celebrate the release of Tesla Inc.’s China-built Model 3 sedans -- the sort of glitzy honor that comes with leading the financial hub of the world’s second-largest economy.
Coronavirus Will Not Stop The 2020 Geneva Motor Show
As one of the major events on the annual motoring calendar, the upcoming Geneva International Motor Show (G...
No autopsies performed on Tennessee's electrocutions
Tennessee has not performed an autopsy on the four inmates who chose to die in the electric chair since it resumed executions in 2018.
2 years after Parkland, Fla., school shooting: Florida ‘red flag’ law removes hundreds of guns
A Florida law that allows judges to bar anyone deemed dangerous from possessing firearms has been used 3,500 times since its enactment after a 2018 high school massacre. But the law is being applied unevenly around the state.
Projects to improve broadband internet planned in Tennessee
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing $9 million on high-speed broadband internet projects in 10 rural Tennessee counties.
Woman at center of East Tennessee pill mill investigation found guilty
The woman accused in what federal agents called one of the largest illegal pill operations in Tennessee has been found guilty.
Krystal Daniels recants statement about what happened to son, Joe Clyde
In a surprising development in the high-profile Joe Clyde Daniels criminal case. The little boy's mother, Krystal Daniels, is taking back key details she shared with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations.
Rep. Jim Jordan accused of telling OSU wrestler’s brother to deny abuse claims
Republican Ohio congressman Jim Jordan was all smiles at a dinner with President Donald Trump, the day after one of his former wrestling captains slammed him.
Malema talks ‘love and hate’ in up-down relationship with Gordhan
Malema said just because they once said Gordhan was correct, didn't mean they should keep quiet when he did wrong, in their minds.
Law student released from prison after two years as high court overturns rape conviction
Osiphesona Ngcanga's future as a law student and an assistant lecturer at Nelson Mandela University was brought to an abrupt end after he started serving his jail time.
Tayport gran faces deportation to Ukraine and being torn from away her only family
A Fife grandmother who is facing the threat of deportation at any minute has pinned her final hope on a review pledged by a government minister.
Successful blitz on anti-social behaviour in Levenmouth to continue for a second year
A crackdown on anti-social behaviour that cut calls to the police by 60% is to continue for a second year.
EXCLUSIVE: Bernie Sanders’ brother promises ‘political revolution’ ahead of St Andrews event
Ahead of a US presidential vote campaign event in St Andrews, Michael Alexander speaks to Larry Sanders – the brother of White House Democratic Party hopeful Bernie Sanders – about the prospects of the Democrats ousting President Donald Trump.
Fight for Forfar leisure centre to go on after Court of Session ruling clears way for bulldozers
Another battle of Lochside is looming after a decision at Scotland's highest civil court cleared the way for the demolition of Forfar’s former leisure centre.
Valentine credit data crackdown delivers kiss of death for online fraud
User-initiated bans bite from today.
Judge grants Amazon bid to pause Pentagon's JEDI cloud contract
After claims deal reflected undue influence by President Trump.
US accuses Huawei of stealing trade secrets, assisting Iran
Tracking of protesters alleged in latest indictment against, escalating tensions.
Canada's Telus to launch 5G network with Huawei gear - Financial Post
Will use Chinese gear "out of the gate".
Tech firms must do more on child abuse, European police chiefs say
Cites "extreme level" of offending.
China virus death toll nears 1,400; US bemoans 'lack of transparency'
Nearly 64,000 people are now recorded as having been made ill by the virus in China.
In pictures: Hearts, flowers and masks — Valentine's Day in the time of coronavirus
The new disease has infected nearly 64,000 people and killed more than 1,350 in China.
Turkey ready to work on CPEC projects, says President Erdogan alongside PM Imran
Calls for increasing bilateral trade between the two countries to $1 billion, before bringing it up to $5 billion.
'No society can progress without empowering its women,' says Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan
Thanks Pakistanis for their hospitality.
Approval processes for clinical practice guideline create conflict of interest
Most clinical practice guidelines in the U.S. are created by medical specialty societies. While there is widespread awareness of the potential for intellectual and financial conflict of interest by individual panel members, there is little recognition of the potential for the processes used by guideline panels to create conflict of interest.
Audacious and Boots Hearingcare partner to support people with hearing loss
Innovative new mobile network Audacious has partnered with Boots Hearingcare to collaborate on their shared mission of supporting people living with hearing loss.
Indian students stripped for menstruation checks
Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.
Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video
Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow for the French president's party ahead of March local elections.
Montenegro needs own church to repel Serb nationalism: president
Montenegro needs its own Orthodox church to ward off meddling from Serbia and cement its identity, President Milo Djukanovic told AFP, as tensions seethe over who controls a faith shared by both countries.
Pavlensky, artist provocateur, claims top French political scalp
Pyotr Pavlensky, the Russian artist provocateur who forced a top French politician to drop out of a key election Friday, is well known for his shock and awe
Macron's candidate for Paris mayor quits race over sex tape
Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow to the French president's party ahead of March local elections.
Gang kills four police in operation to free leader
Armed men killed four police officers and wounded another four as they freed a leader of the notorious MS-13 gang from a court in Honduras, authorities said.
Biggest jump in world defence spending in 10 years: study
Global spending on defence rose by four percent in 2019, the largest growth in 10 years, led by big increases from the US and China, a study said Friday.
Bloomberg courts black vote in Democratic candidate countdown
US billionaire Michael Bloomberg has launched a charm offensive to convince black voters, an important bloc in Democratic politics, that he is the right candidate to take on President Donald Trump in November.
Congressional Budget Office: Democratic paid leave bill would cost more than expected, leaving a shortfall
Democratic legislation to provide universal paid family and medical leave will wind up costing taxpayers more than expected, according to the Congressional Budget Office.
Ayanna Pressley: Constitution is 'sexist by its very design'
Rep. Ayanna Pressley said the Constitution is “sexist by its very design” and keeps women in “shackles.”
Republicans spied on Democrats' House polling data
The National Republican Congressional Committee snooped on a polling meeting of its Democratic counterparts when they left the blinds open at their headquarters.
Democrats introduce resolution seeking resignation of White House adviser Stephen Miller
Two Democratic lawmakers took action calling for the resignation of White House adviser Stephen Miller.
Taiwan tracks down 3 visitors from Hong Kong who escaped coronavirus isolation
Two men and one woman could face stiff fines.Three people arriving from Hong Kong who should have been in isolation due to Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) measures were found in the bustling Taipei neighborhood of Ximending Friday (Feb. 14).
Photo of the Day: Coronavirus valentine bouquet
The bouquet has surgical masks and hand sanitizer ready for unwell lovers
Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung cleared of coronavirus risks
Locations visited by Diamond Princess cruise ship passengers now safe for travel: CECC
Taiwan’s Foxconn Technology and Yulon to develop electric cars together
Apple supplier owns 51% of new unnamed joint venture
Coronavirus a lesson in compassion: Recovered patient
Taiwanese businessman reminds public to be compassionate with those who have fallen ill
Airbus fined €3.6bn for global bribery scandal
One of Bristol's biggest firms used bribes to stack the decks in its favour and win contracts around the globe
Tesla prices its second offering of stock at $767 apiece
Tesla priced its second offering of stock at $767 apiece Friday.
Facebook's influencers nod shows murky side of campaign ads
Facebook's green light for political campaigns to pay prominent social media users to spread their messages is highlighting the difficulties around setting rules for the fast-changing world of online ...
Facebook's Zuckerberg wants 'new framework' for digital tax
Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Friday backed moves by the OECD group of free-market economies to reform the way online giants are taxed worldwide, even if that means companies like his own ...
Jay Bouwmeester received 'life-saving' treatment immediately after collapse, Blues GM says
The game was postponed to a later date.
Aldi is about to increase the price of its bag for life up to 15p
Stores in the Midlands will also scrap single-use produce bags
Secret of faith: Agree to do before you hear God's demands
Understanding Torah and mitzvot is important, but must never be thought of as a condition.
IDF warns: Budget deficits cause us to throw intelligence information in the garbage
IDF warns: Terror attack happened because IDF lost intelligence information due to budget cuts.
Shabbat Shalom from Israel
Shabbat about to begin in Israel. Arutz Sheva's North America desk will continue to update the site until Shabbat begins in New York.
The 2 top British Jewish newspapers plan to merge but still publish separately
The two top British Jewish newspapers plan to merge in a move which will 'secure their financial futures.'
Impediments that interfere with aliyah: Reasons or excuses?
Are there ‘legitimate’ reasons and not just excuses not to make aliyah?
PM Netanyahu: March elections will decide whether we utilize or miss historic opportunity
PM Netanyahu promises: 'Israeli law will be applied in Judea, Samaria, and there won't be a Palestinian terror state.'
Liberman: 'I'll sit with Meretz, I won't sit with the Joint Arab List'
Yisrael Beytenu chair says he has no problem sitting with left-wing union, adds PM Netanyahu also asked Labor to join government.
Members of white nationalist groups can join US military, official says
Membership in extremist group won’t keep recruits out of US military, defense official tells congressional subcommittee.
Nigerian military razes villages as Boko Haram attacks escalate - Amnesty International - Premium Times Nigeria
"These brazen acts of razing entire villages, deliberately destroying civilian homes and forcibly displacing their inhabitants with no imperative military grounds, should be investigated as possible war crimes."
Cybercrime growing at speed of light - Pantami
The Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, has said cybercrime is growing at an alarming rate globally.
Alexandria taekwondo star Jaimie Singleton set to take exam to European Championships
The 17-year-old Vale of Leven Academy pupil will sit Higher Physics whilst she's in Slovakia.
Perth ministers back American 'gay sin' preacher Franklin Graham
The group have asked for the decision to cancel the preacher's appearance to be reversed
This Scottish neighbourhood is among the worst in the UK
Changing or removing shared features, such as fences and trees, grinds people's gears the most.
Six-month extension for free parking pilot to be approved
Council bosses are due to give green light to a full calendar year of Free for Three in Paisley
Perth car parks card issue is set to be resolved
Machines at South Inch and Canal Street set to be back in business
White House 'disappointed' in China's virus transparency
The United States feels let down by a lack of transparency from China over the coronavirus crisis, a senior White House official said Thursday.
China's Xi pledges to minimise impact of virus
BEIJING: China will definitely be able to minimise the impact of the coronavirus outbreak and will maintain the development momentum of its ...
Man sentenced for placing knives on Japan prince's desk
TOKYO: A Japanese man who left two kitchen knives on the school desk of Japan's Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the throne, was given a ...
China reports 121 new coronavirus deaths, more than 5,000 new cases
BEIJING: The death toll from a coronavirus outbreak rose by 121 in mainland China, the national health commission said on Friday (Feb 14). The ...
Big love: Thai elephants, students send Valentines to coronavirus-hit China
Some 3,000 students gathered on Friday in Thailand's Ayutthaya province to send Valentine's Day well-wishes to China, which is facing an ongoing ...
Porn movie shot at holy site outrages Myanmar
Outrage is growing in Myanmar after the emergence of a 12-minute porn video shot in Bagan, the country's best-known tourist hotspot and UNESCO ...
Online posts claiming student arrested due to COVID-19 untrue, say Johor health authorities
JOHOR BAHRU: Social media posts claiming that a coronavirus-positive student was arrested in a school near Kulai are untrue, said Johor health ...
Coronavirus scare leaves China's empty restaurants selling off stocks
Wang Chuanchao shuttered his restaurant in central Beijing three weeks ago as the scare over the coronavirus epidemic in country kept customers ...
Zuckerberg accepts Facebook may pay more tax outside US - Politico
Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg accepts that global tax reforms mean the social networking giant may have to pay more taxes outside of ...
Coronavirus-hit Hong Kong says 'I love you' with face masks, not flowers
Hong Kong's flower markets are lamenting dismal Valentine's Day sales as the city battles the deadly coronavirus outbreak, with admirers joking ...
Samsung Electronics says its board chairman offers to resign
Samsung Electronics said on Friday that Lee Sang-hoon, the chairman of its board, had offered to resign, without elaborating on a reason.
Zuckerberg accepts Facebook may pay more tax outside US: Politico
Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg accepts that global tax reforms mean the social networking giant may have to pay more taxes outside of ...
KLM apologizes after airliner crew's coronavirus toilet note sparks outrage in South Korea
KLM, the Dutch arm of Air France KLM , offered a public apology on Friday after a crew member sparked online outrage by posting a sign in Korean ...
Samsung Electronics board chairman jailed for union-busting activities offers to resign
Samsung Electronics said on Friday that Lee Sang-hoon, the chairman of its board, had offered to resign, without elaborating on a reason.
Jetstar ground crew set for 24-hour strike
Jetstar passengers are set to face major disruptions around the country in the coming days as baggage handlers and ground crew plan a 24-hour strike over Jetstar baggage handlers and ground crew are set for a 24-hour strike over the Australian budget airline's current employment proposal.
Coalition defends ‘ineligible’ sports rorts grants
Coalition MPs have defended the "sports rorts" grants, despite a Senate inquiry hearing that more than 40 per cent of funded projects were ineligible.
James Blake Shares Statement Defending Jameela Jamil After Online Attacks
James Blake has shared a statement publicly defending his girlfriend, The Good Place actress Jameela Jamil. This week, Jamil was accused by writer Tracie Egan Morrissey of having Munchausen syndrome, a mental disorder in which someone repeatedly fakes illness or injury to attract attention. After combing through interviews with Jamil, Morrissey argued on Instagram that her accounts of frequent health issues, including cancer, car accidents, mercury poisoning, and bee attacks, seemed implausible and inconsistent. Jamil has spent the past few days defending herself on social media. "Some weirdo stalker started a viral conspiracy thread on my having munchausens apparently," she wrote in the caption of a post on Instagram. "She thought that because my car accident stories was 'different' …. that’s because they were about two separate car accidents 13 years apart. In her rush to bully and drag, she forgot to read… But after a few hours of feeling upset that I’m being gaslit and targeted
Will request Delhi Police for access to Sanjeev Chawla: BCCI ACU chief
Cricket News: BCCI anti-corruption chief Ajit Singh on Friday said he will request Delhi Police to allow his team to question Sanjeev Chawla, an alleged bookie and
Anurag Kashyap to Jamia students: The fight is to take back the Constitution and country
The filmmaker, at the forefront of the criticism against the amended citizenship act, assured the students that he and many others stood behind the st
Smriti Mandhana rises to 4th in ICC T20 rankings
Cricket News: India star Smriti Mandhana on Friday rose three rungs to fourth but Jemimah Rodrigues dropped to seventh in the latest ICC women's T20 International r
IGEA and GDAA to merge; will keep the IGEA moniker
The Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) and the Game Developers Association of Australia (GDAA) today announced their intentions to merge and function under the banner of the IGEA.
Ubisoft’s Prince of Persia VR escape room coming to Australia
Ubisoft announced its newest VR escape room, Prince of Persia The Dagger of Time. "Developed by Ubisoft Düsseldorf, Prince of Persia: The Dagger of Time is for all ages...
Facebook to allow paid political messages that sidestep ads loophole
The change involves sponsored items posted by ordinary users who are typically paid by companies or organisations.
Macron ally pulls out of Paris mayoral race amid sex images reports
A Russian performance artist reportedly claimed responsibility for leaks of compromising sexual images involving Benjamin Griveaux.
South Sudan ‘ignores reports on oil pollution and birth defects’
Four separate environmental reports seen by journalists have never been released publicly.
Murdered Kieran Doherty’s mother ‘relives his death every day’
It is 10 years since the victim, 31, was found dead after he was dumped on the Braehead Road in Londonderry.
US brings new charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei
The justice department alleges the firm is trying to steal trade secrets from American competitors.
Alleged racist language at Kilmarnock v Rangers match investigated
TV cameras appeared to capture a shout aimed towards Alfredo Morelos during Wednesday night’s game at Rugby Park.
Father’s ‘torture’ after losing legal battle over baby son’s treatment
Karwan Ali and wife Shokhan Namiq wanted medics to keep providing life-support for four-month-old Midrar Ali but judges have declared he is dead.
Sir Geoffrey Boycott silent on conviction criticism as he receives knighthood
The former England captain has been nominated by cricket fan Theresa May as she stepped down as PM.
Father of brain-damaged baby condemns ‘terrible’ court ruling
Karwan Ali said three appeal court judges who ruled his baby son Midrar is dead ‘can’t be 100% sure’.
Petition for Briton ‘arrested in Egypt after patting security guard on back’
Friends of Tony Comaccio claim he has been falsely accused of sexual assault.
Engine ‘fanatic’ Titchmarsh thrilled to join Flying Scotsman for line reopening
The event was held following the completion of works to rebuild nearby White Lane Down Bridge.
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group adds name to business rates letter
More than 50 retailers wrote to the Chancellor this week demanding changes to transitional relief.
Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in union chief’s disappearance dies
Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien was portrayed by Jesse Plemons in Martin Scorsese film The Irishman.
Tesco rapped for ‘unlawfully’ blocking competition
Twenty three of the company’s 5,354 leases stopped competitors opening stores nearby, the competition watchdog found.
Vandalized gondola reopens
There were smiles — and cameras — all around at the official re-opening of the Sea to Sky Gondola near Squamish, B.C. Friday morning, Feb. 14.
‘Irrelevant political promises’
The Wet’suwet’en Treaty Office Society is taking the executive director of the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Office to court to quash a decision extending an Environmental Assessment Certificate for the controversial Coastal GasLink pipeline project.
Protests remain peaceful
UPDATE 3:35 p.m. Police say pipeline protests outside government offices in Victoria on Friday were peaceful with much of the noise generated by passing motorists honking their car horns in support.
Rail blockade comes down
While a blockade at the Pitt River Bridge started to come down Friday morning, West Coast Express service remains cancelled, leaving commuters from the Fraser Valley with a longer trip to work today.
UBCO brings in new leader
UBC Okanagan will have a new face heading its leadership team through the new decade.
Rifle used to spot protesters
RCMP say the enforcement of an injunction against protesters blocking Coastal GasLink from accessing sites along the Morice West Forest Service Road near Houston, B.C. has concluded with a total of 28 arrests.
Stolen scooter returned
Yvonne Carnell's faith in humanity has been restored as her scooter has been returned about a month after it was stolen.
'Money mules' arrested
Investigators have arrested an Ontario-based married couple accused of acting as "money mules" in the Canada Revenue Agency phone-and-internet scam, Mounties announced Friday, hailing the move as a significant development in their ongoing fight against the widespread scheme.
Eastern blockade remains
Members of the Mohawk First Nation say they are to meet Saturday with Federal Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller at a CN rail crossing in Ontario.
Dickey: Finnick the Fierce leads 5 live Risen Star day longshots
On Saturday, "Louisiana Derby Preview Day" at Fair Grounds boasts 13 races with full and competitive fields that figure to hold up thanks to a fantastic weather forecast.
TIF: 'People in racing are exhausted' by lack of change
The Thoroughbred Idea Foundation revisits a report they published in 2019 asking why companies like Equibase continue to charge for their data.
Cross Country Pick 5 features Tampa Bay Downs stakes duo
Aqueduct, Oaklawn park, and Tampa Bay Downs will offer a Cross Country Pick 5 on select races on Saturday, Feb. 15.
Horak: How I'm betting the 2020 El Camino Real Derby
The Golden Gate Fields showcase features a competitive group of 11, and Bob Baffert’s lightly raced colt Azul Coast is the headliner.
Eclipse champ Ortiz Jr. making rare Laurel Park appearance
Eclipse Award-winning jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. will be at Laurel Park on Feb. 15 to ride in several stakes races on the card, including the General George (G3).
Southwest Stakes 2020: Odds and analysis for Monday's race
To be run on Oaklawn Park's Presidents Day card, the Southwest, a Kentucky Derby prep, features nine 3-year-olds going 1 1/16 miles.
'Humiliated' by vet scratch, owner sues Santa Anita Park
Saying a “culture of hysteria” contributed to his horse’s recent veterinarian scratch at Santa Anita Park, owner George Sharp has filed a lawsuit against the track and its owner/operator, The Stronach Group.
Expert picks: Risen Star Stakes 2020 predictions, longshots
The 1 1/8-mile races total 23 entries and will run as Race 12 (6:38 p.m. ET) and Race 13 (7:12 p.m. ET) on a stakes-laden card at Fair Grounds.
Safe to travel around Philippines — Duterte
The Philippines is expected to lose P42 billion in tourism revenues from China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan due to the coronavirus outbreak from February to April, Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo Puyat said Wednesday.
Still rising
BEIJING — The death toll from China’s virus epidemic neared 1,400 on Friday, as the United States complained of a “lack of transparency” from Beijing over its handling of a crisis that has fuelled global panic.
Trader arrested for cyber libel
Police Regional Office 10 director, Brigadier General Rolando B. Anduyan said that Mafe Aleria, a resident of Purok 2, Colambugon, Maramag municipality was arrested on the strength of a warrant of arrest for violation of Republic Act 10175 or the Anti-Cybercrime Law issued by Judge Dennis Alcantara of the Cagayan de Oro City Regional Trial Court Branch 18.
A quiet Valentine’s Day in virus-hit China
BEIJING - It was supposed to be a whirlwind tour of China for Jiang Lanyi’s boyfriend: classical gardens in Suzhou, modern art in Shanghai, ice-skating in central Beijing.
Police captain gunned down in Iloilo encounter with rebs
According to Police Regional Office 6 director, Brigadier General Rene P. Pamuspusan, the young Capt. Espanto was the team leader of the Reconnaissance Company of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion 6 who clashed with NPA rebels in Barangay Aglobong in Janiuay municipality around 5:45 p.m. last Wednesday.
Rio Tinto and STAS to commercialise aluminium filtration technology
Rio Tinto has signed an agreement with Canadian firm STAS to commercialise an advanced compact filtration (ACF) technology for aluminium cast houses.
[PHOTOS] A Condominium Project In Taman Desa Has Partially Collapsed
The 'Protect Taman Desa Coalition' has been protesting the project since 2017.
EuroMillions winner Gillian Bayford who scooped £148m ‘attacked ex-lover three times causing head and neck injuries’
A EUROMILLIONS winner who scooped £148million battered her ex-lover three times causing head and neck injuries, a court heard. Gillian Bayford is accused of attacking domestic abuse campaigner Gavi…
No virus peak in sight, another Indian infected on cruise ship
A third Indian crew on board a cruise ship off the Japanese coast has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the Indian embassy in Japan said.Kerala finance minister Thomas Isaac said the state has ‘won the fight over Corona’ as all 3 patients have recovered
PhonePe earmarks ₹800 crore marketing budget to take on competition
It has signed up Alia Bhatt to create awareness.The platform aims add over 100 million users every year
Odisha govt announces DA hike for employees
CM Naveen Patnaik today announced a hike of 5% DA for government employees.The decision will benefit around 3.5 lakh state government employees
Election Commission welcomes apex court order on candidates with criminal record
SC said parties fielding candidates with criminal records must tell why they had chosen them over those with clean records .It gave the EC the responsibility of flagging non-compliance to the apex court as contempt of its directions
US-China bickering threatens to hobble world’s virus fight
The failure to cooperate on a pressing global health issue that has killed almost 1,400 people and infected more than 64,000 others shows just how much the relationship between the US and China has deteriorated over the past few years
Coronavirus: DGCA extends screening to passengers arriving from Japan, South Korea
Till date, only passengers arriving from Thailand, Singapore, China and Hong Kong were being screened for possible exposure to the respiratory virus
Where are they now? – Matt Timmons-Brown, EW BrightSpark of 2017
In the lead up to our fourth annual EW BrightSparks programme, which remains open for entries until February 24, we’re continuing our series catching up with a few previous winners, to hear about their developments since being featured as a part of the programme.
British ethnic minority students racially harassed: BMA
London, United Kingdom - British ethnic minority students experience racial harassment on campus and during work experience, the British Medical Association (BMA) has warned.
New US landmine policy 'reverses global progress' on de-mining
US President Donald Trump late last month cancelled the Obama-era prohibition on the use of anti-personnel landmines.
Ex-SoftBank employee indicted over alleged leak to Russian envoy in Japan
A former SoftBank Corp. employee was indicted Friday on a charge of illegally acquiring corporate secrets, which breaks the law on preventing unfair compet
Japan Atomic accused of altering data about fault under Tsuruga reactor
The Nuclear Regulation Authority on Friday accused Japan Atomic Power Co. of modifying the original geological data used to determine whether a fault under
Slight increase in voter strength in Tiruchi district
Voter strength in Tiruchi district, consisting of nine Assembly constituencies, has increased by 49,251 following the summary revision of electoral rolls.As per the final roll released by Collector S.
Cruise industry avoids Asia as it seeks to limit coronavirus risks
Many cruises in the region are being cancelled while others currently sailing are being re-routed, skipping originally scheduled stops in China, Hong Kong and Singapore
Police reviewing arms, ammunition stock
DIG, Armed Police Battalion, heading the survey
Electoral roll released
MADURAIMadurai district has a total of 26,43,605 voters in Madurai, said Collector T. G. Vinay while releasing the electoral roll here on Friday. The district has 10 Assembly segments — Melur, Madurai
Passenger says he was not allowed to carry packed fish into metro station in Bengaluru
BMRCL says all kinds of meat are prohibited
Third Indian crew on board cruise ship off Japan tests positive for coronavirus
A total of 138 Indians, including 132 crew and 6 passengers, were on board the ship.
Big setback if India and U.S. can’t agree on trade deal now, says top U.S. diplomat Alice Wells
Ms. Wells will not be accompanying Mr Trump to India and neither will Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
Superintendent of hospital suspended
Allegations of service rules violations
India, Portugal ink seven pacts after Modi-Sousa talks
The pacts provide for cooperation in areas of investment, transport, ports, culture and industrial and intellectual property rights
Transgender turns a page by starting a library in Dindigul
‘It will give them the confidence to face their lives in a dignified manner’
Bloomberg woos black vote in Democratic race
Former Mayor rallies supporters in Texas
QR code scam: Gang that cheated more than 200 persons arrested
They are from Rajasthan
12.33 lakh voters in Dharmapuri
The final electoral roll released here has listed a total of 12,33,053 voters for the five Assembly constituencies in the district. This includes 141 transgender voters, 6,06,852 female voters, and 6,
Govt. sees bid to sensationalise CAG report
Chief Secretary says report leaked to media, State Police Chief being unfairly targeted
‘We must preserve Carnatic music’
MADURAIMadras High Court Judge G. R. Swaminathan said that it is pertinent to protect indigenous music in order to represent the culture of a nation while referring to Carnatic and Hindustani music. H
Final electoral roll released for Vellore, Tiruvannamalai
Final tally of voters in Vellore stands at 12,39,453
Top news of the day: Supreme Court rap forces telecom department to order telcos to clear AGR dues, memorial for slain CRPF jawans inaugurated in Pulwama, and more
The major news headlines of the day, and more.
HC stays CCI’s order for investigation on Amazon, Flipkart
The Karnataka High Court on Friday stayed the January 13 order of the Competition Commission of India initiating an investigation to find out whether e-commerce majors Amazon and Flipkart have violate
Trains in the newly electrified Thanjavur-Tiruvarur broad gauge section can now operate
The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Southern Circle, Bengaluru, has given statutory clearance for passenger and freight train services on this section
Baby born on boat among 87 saved off Canary Islands
They were all migrants from Africa
‘Post Aug.5, J&K banks harassing us’
At least 21 Kashmir-based traders bodies on Friday, in full-page advertisements published in local dailies, accused the banks of harassment and persecution of the families of the borrowers in the name
Changing Malnad reflected on stage
Play depicting significant changes in the region over the years to be staged today in Hassan
Northern MP cancels engagements after attending conference with coronavirus patient
Alex Sobel, the Labour MP for Leeds North West, said he was assessed by medics after attending a Westminster conference last week
Bolton councillors who joined anti-homes protest group accused of doing it 'just to win votes'
The Hulton Community Action Group is fighting plans for hundreds of homes at Eldercot Road
Coronavirus case attended Westminster conference with 250 delegates - those in close contact are now being traced
Efforts are now being made to identify anyone that may have had close contact with the individual at the UK Bus Summit
Valentine's Day crackdown sees Indonesia ban condoms and displays of affection
Police in the conservative Muslim country arrested aroundtwo dozen unmarried couples found sharing rooms, including a German national, during raids on guest houses on Friday
Victory as British Gas reverse meter change that left poor families going hungry
The energy giant agreed to a U-turn after the minimum payment rise, from £1 to £5, attracted a 90,000-strong petition and a story on Mirror Online
Boris Johnson 'victory tour' visit to Trump's White House delayed until June
The Prime Minister and his girlfriend Carrie Symonds were invited to Washington in 'early 2020' after his election triumph - but the date's now thought to be June amid domestic issues and a row over Huawei
Man froze himself in icy heart for bizarre Valentine's Day stunt to impress wife
Oleg Rezanov, from Russia, wore a pair of gold shorts as he lay in his icy coffin in -32°C for 13 minutes before boiling water was poured on for him to escape
BREAKING Judges rule doctors can stop providing life-support to brain-damaged baby
Four-month-old Midrar Ali is at the centre of a court battle in which his parents, Karwan and Shokhan Ali, are desperate for his treatment to continue
For 'Strong India', All-Girls College in Amravati Forces Students to Take Pledge Against 'Love Marriage'
Reports have claimed that the administration of the Mahila Kala Vanijya Mahavidyalaya forced the students to take the absurd pledge, which was a part of the National Service Scheme (NSS) camp.
Faster Than Bolt: This Karnataka Man Covers 100 Metre Kambala Race With Buffaloes in 9.55 Seconds
For the Kambala athlete, it only took 13.62 seconds to cover the entire distance of the traditional race that was conducted at Aikala village about 30 kilometres from Mangaluru.
Coronavirus: 'Follow Airport-like Procedures', MHA Issues Advisory to ITBP, SSB
The ITBP is providing the inmates, including seven Maldivians, basic amenities like food, bed, television, internet and indoor games facility at its centre
Is China Underreporting Coronavirus Figures? 6 Health Workers Died, 1,716 Infected
Didn't China understand that the health workers are at greater risk? What measures did it take?
Mumbai: Traffic Jam Witnessed Towards Dadar Owing to Closure of Sion Flyover
It must be noted that the flyover will now remain shut for four days every week. This will continue for the next two months as repair work will be undertaken.
Bidar Anti-CAA Play: 2 Women, Who Were Arrested Under Sedition Laws, Granted Bail
The school had also claimed said that the hate-provoking utterances against the Prime Minister were not a part of the original script.
Savannah changes format of its St. Patrick's Parade and Festival
Savannah, Georgia will be hosting its parade, the second biggest St. Patrick's Day parade in the US, on March 17 as usual, but will also be holding a St Patrick's Day festival the weekend before.
Facebook to allow paid political messages that sidestep ads loophole
The change involves sponsored items posted by ordinary users who are typically paid by companies or organisations.
Macron ally pulls out of Paris mayoral race amid sex images reports
A Russian performance artist reportedly claimed responsibility for leaks of compromising sexual images involving Benjamin Griveaux.
Briton stranded on cruise ship ‘really thankful’ to be going home
John Stanley had been stranded at sea for two weeks on the MS Westerdam.
Hundreds of people contacted as coronavirus case emerges after bus summit
Those who attended the UK Bus Summit at the QEII Centre in Westminster on February 6 have been contacted.
Quarantined cruise ship passengers beg Richard Branson for help
A British couple stuck onboard a cruise ship quarantined off the coast of Japan have appealed to billionaire Richard Branson for help.
Alleged racist language at Kilmarnock v Rangers match investigated
TV cameras appeared to capture a shout aimed towards Alfredo Morelos during Wednesday night’s game at Rugby Park.
Quarantined cruise ship passengers beg Richard Branson for help
David Abel has asked the Virgin boss to charter a special plane to fly British passengers home.
Sir Geoffrey Boycott silent on conviction criticism as he receives knighthood
The former England captain has been nominated by cricket fan Theresa May as she stepped down as PM.
1980s conservatory to be replaced with traditional orangery at Stafford hall
A 1980s-style conservatory built on the side of a Grade II listed country house without planning permission is now set to be replaced with a more traditional-looking orangery after councillors gave plans the go ahead.
One of UK coronavirus patients ‘attended Westminster conference’
Nine people have been confirmed with Covid-19 in the UK.
Wolverhampton Council spends £18,000 on two trips to France property convention
Wolverhampton Council spent more than £18,000 of taxpayers' money on two trips to a real estate exhibition in France, figures have revealed.
Engine ‘fanatic’ Titchmarsh thrilled to join Flying Scotsman for line reopening
The event was held following the completion of works to rebuild nearby White Lane Down Bridge.
Dudley Council criticised over care home top-up fee system
A local government watchdog has accused Dudley Council of absolving itself of its responsibilities and putting vulnerable people at risk by refusing to handle top-up fees for nursing homes.
Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in union chief’s disappearance dies
Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien was portrayed by Jesse Plemons in Martin Scorsese film The Irishman.
Sainsbury’s Introduces New C-Store Format; SHOWFIELDS To Open In Miami
Sainsbury's unveiled a new c-store format in London called On The Go, and used data to create the Mansion House store to meet the needs of busy city workers.
Wine.com Uncorks A Vintage Year
Wine.com snagged the title of most successful wine retailer of 2019, achieved with a focus on accessibility, according to CEO Rich Bergsund.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s axed royal aides ‘felt undermined by the couple’s celebrity pals’
PRINCE Harry and Meghan Markle’s axed royal staff members felt undermined by their celebrity pals, it has been claimed today. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex cut 15 staff members in January &#…
Parents’ agony as Court of Appeal rules brain-damaged baby son’s life support will be turned off against their wishes
PARENTS of brain-damaged baby Midrar Ali have been left in agony today after the Court of Appeal ruled medics can turn off his life support against their wishes. The four-month-old’s parents …
Vladimir Putin says gay marriage will NEVER be allowed in Russia as long as he is in charge
RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin has said that gay marriage will not be legalised in the country as long as he is in charge. Putin made the comments while speaking at a state commission to discuss …
Heart-rending moment ‘autistic’ girl, 6, asks ‘am I going to jail’ when cops are called after ‘tantrum’
BODYCAM footage shows a six-year-girl who was led out of her school asking a police officer if she was being sent to jail. The girl, who is named Nadia and thought to be on the autism spectrum, was…
School assistant arrested for ‘having sex with boy,16,’ after student told cops ‘it’s every kid’s dream to do a teacher’
A TEACHING assistant is facing jail after allegedly having sex with a 16-year-old boy, who later told cops it was “every kid’s dream” to sleep with a teacher. Courtney Roznowski, 31, wa…
Macron’s closest ally exposed for sending X-rated sex video to young woman forcing family man to quit Paris Mayor race
THE French president’s closest lieutenant has been exposed for sending an obscene video to a young woman he was “sexting”. President Emmanuel Macron’s government was today plunged…
Woman attacked by sea lion in Australia after it bit into her leg leaving her with £2,000 medical bill
A YOUNG woman was left with a £2,000 medical bill after she was bitten by an angry SEA LION. Elena Precillia, 25, was swimming at Seals’ Rocks, in Geraldton, Western Australia, with a raft of…
Mum trolled over operation to remove baby’s birthmark after priest refused to baptise her
TROLLS have targeted the mum of an adorable six-month-old baby who underwent a dramatic birthmark removal op just months after a priest refused to baptise her over the pre-cancerous condition. Mari…
Don't just watch and record, Atwoli tells workers - VIDEO
He was speaking in reference to a video that surfaced online where a Chinese man was seen assaulting a Kenyan worker.
Disruptive scenes that birthed Moi's torture era
The headache set in after release of political detainees, who called for reforms in Kanu.
Ethiopian MPs ratify law criminalising hate speech
Some say the law obstructs citizens' rights to freedom of speech and opinion.
Poignant tales of Nyayo House torture victims
Wamwere says the water they drank is the same one they relieved themselves in.
How multi-party politics changed Kenya's economy
The economy was destabilised and the regime found itself in difficulties.
Ex-CS Echesa quizzed over Sh40 billion fake military tender -
Former CS allegedly paid Sh11.5m initial ‘consultancy’ fee by Polish company.
Mozambique on recovery path after cyclones
IMF paints a picture of hope a year after Idai and Kenneth's devastation.
Nigerian passport holders still placed on Ebola ban in Bahrain
Almost six years after Nigeria was declared Ebola-free by the World Health Organisation, the Kingdom of Bahrain has refused to remove the Ebola Visa ban placed on the country's passport holders
Nnamdi Kanu’s parents’ burial : Schools, shops shut in Umuahia
As the burial of the parents of Nnandi Kanu, leader of the proscribed IPOB commences on Friday, most schools and shops in Umuahia
Deploy self-regulatory mechanism to check influx of substandard goods- SON
SON has urged electronic dealers at Alaba International Market in Lagos to deploy a self-regulatory mechanism to check the influx of substandard goods.
China virus death toll nears 1,400, six health workers among victims
The death toll from China's virus epidemic neared 1,400 on Friday with six medical workers among the victims, underscoring the country's struggle to contain a deepening health crisis.
NDLEA destroys 34, 560.9438 kilograms of drugs, substances in Ogun
NDLEA says it has publicly destroyed over 34, 560 kilograms of hard drug in Ogun.NDLEA Chairman, retired Col. Muhammad Abdallah
Nigerian military sacks Borno villages as Boko Haram attacks spike – AI
The Nigerian military has burned and forcibly displaced entire villages in response to a recent escalation in attacks by the armed group Boko Haram.
UK could face ECJ if it fails to apply Irish protocol
The UK can be brought to the European Court of Justice if it fails to carry out checks and controls on goods going from Great Britain to Northern Ireland, EU sources have confirmed.
Chartered Accountants Ireland excludes Willie McAteer
Willie McAteer has been excluded from Chartered Accountants Ireland after a disciplinary tribunal found he had brought discredit on himself and his profession.
Pulwama Attack Anniversary: Amitabh Bachchan, Sunny Deol And Others Pay Emotional Tribute To Martyrs
Last year on February 14, a convoy of vehicles carrying security personnel on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was attacked by a vehicle-borne suicide bomber in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir. Forty Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel had lost their lives in the ghastly incident.
Echesa denies forging documents in fictitious arms deal
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 14 – Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa Friday denied authoring forged documents in a fraudulent arms deal during an - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Blood donations, food for the elderly: Nairobians mark valentine’s day in style
NAIROBI, Kenya Feb 14 – As the world commemorated Valentine’s day on Friday, several Kenyans engaged in acts of kindness targeting the elderly and the - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
AFRICOM chief conducts assessment tour in Manda Bay following January attack
MANDA BAY, Kenya, Feb 14 - The US Africa Command surveyed the progress of recent security developments at Manda Bay, Thursday and met with U.S. service - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Police ordered to conclude searches on Echesa’s properties by Monday, free him afterwards
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 14 – Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rachid Echesa is likely to spend the weekend in police custody pending the conclusion of a police - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Thousands of government employees work from home as protesters target their offices
The sounds of singing, drumming and chanting carried through the streets of downtown Victoria on Friday, as people calling themselves Wet’suwet’en land and leadership defenders peacefully. . .
Passenger traffic ebbs at Vietnam airports over novel coronavirus fears - VnExpress International
Vietnamese airports have seen 20 percent less passenger traffic over the last year as fear of novel coronavirus keeps foreigners away.
Coronavirus patient attended London conference with 250 people
One of the people diagnosed with coronavirus in the UK attended a conference in London last week,...
Mother and Baby Homes Commission requests additional time
A commission set up to investigate Mother and Baby Homes has been granted an extension.Outgoing ...
Irish firm signs €40m deal to supply European and UK markets
An Irish food company has signed a €40m deal with Lidl, which will see it supply its Irish, Eur...
NIA's painstaking Pulwama probe almost reaches dead end
"It was a blind case for us.There were lot of murmurs but everything needs to be established beyond doubt in the court of law," a senior official, who is part of the probe, said here. The first challenge was to establish the owner of the car used by suicide bomber Adil Ahmed Dar. There was nothing available from the vehicle which carried a cocktail of explosives.
Supreme Court order on decriminalising politics will help set new moral yardsticks: EC
In a statement, the commission said it will reissue with changes its October 10 2018 instructions and guidelines for ensuring publicity of criminal antecedents by the candidates and the concerned political parties for the information of voters following the apex court order.
Indonesia's 2020 census to recruit 390,000 volunteers, keen to follow S. Korea footsteps
The BPS will combine door-to-door interviews and data gathering from the Home Ministry’s Population and Civil Registration Directorate General for the 2020 census.
Indian students stripped for menstruation checks
The students were told to undress after a used sanitary napkin was found in a garden outside Sahjanand Girls Institute, where they are banned from the hostel when they are having their periods.
China moves to ease mounting anger with reset of virus fight
China took action on two fronts to gain control of the spiraling coronavirus outbreak gripping the country: reporting a dramatic increase in cases and ousting top officials who failed to check the disease’s expansion.
Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video
Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow for the French president's party ahead of March local elections.
WanaArtha Life’s securities accounts blocked by AGO in Jiwasraya trickle down effect
WanaArtha Life assured its policyholders that the policy benefits in the insurer were safe and that it was trying to handle the situation with the AGO, OJK and other relevant authorities.
UEFA teams up with Disney in a bid to boost girls participation
UEFA has teamed up with Disney to launch a pan-European project aimed at increasing the number of girls playing football.
Lion Air offers discounts to rev up business amid virus fears
Indonesia’s largest low-cost carrier is offering significant price cuts for flights to and from three destinations in the country as the aviation business is weighed down by concern over the coronavirus outbreak.
Farewell, Uber Cup heroine: Shuttler Tati Sumirah dies at 68
Tati Sumirah is remembered as a dedicated, passionate shuttler who raised the Indonesian women's team to international prominence in the 1970s.
Japan to step up efforts on coronavirus testing, containment after first death
Japan on Friday vowed to step up testing and containment efforts for the coronavirus after suffering its first death and the confirmation of new cases, including a doctor and a taxi driver.
Asia sees sharp decline in match-fixing, says AFC
"From 2016 we've witnessed a decline in match-fixing across Asia by 21% and with our efforts in tandem with Sportradar, the preventive measures we've introduced have produced positive results," Benoit Pasquier, AFC General Counsel and Director of Legal Affairs, told Reuters by email.
A Welsh council is refusing to take down picture of child rapist former mayor
A picture of David Boswell will still hang at the town hall, leading to the resignation of one councillor
Aldi is about to increase the price of its bag for life up to 15p
Stores will also scrap single-use produce bags
Tesco illegally stopped landlords renting out sites near its stores to rivals, a watchdog found
It blocked rivals from opening stores in 23 locations across the UK - including one in Wales
Good Morning Britain's Ben Shephard threatens to storm off set - "I've had enough!"
"Right, I've had enough. I'm going"
Fran Berry with his best bets for Dundalk on Friday evening
It’s another trappy card at Dundalk but I do have four each-way selections.
Free horse racing betting preview and tips from Stu Williams
Stu Williams has four selections for Saturday's racing, weather permitting, and among them is Portrush Ted for Warren Greatrex.
Big-race statistics and trends for the Grand National Trial at Haydock on Saturday February 15
We've teamed up with Weatherbys to provide the key racing trends ahead of Saturday's Grand National Trial at Haydock.
Catching Pigeons gossip column including Ascot, Haydock, Lingfield, Wincanton and Newcastle
Our top gossip column returns with horses to follow at whichever of Ascot, Haydock, Lingfield, Wincanton and Newcastle get the go-ahead.
Hazmat suits spotted at hospital but no need to panic
The Royal Liverpool hospital issued a full statement
More St Helens council staff are being abused at work
Nearly 400 employees have come into 'conflict' with a member of the public
Mersey Gateway fines hit record low thanks to new online tool
More drivers are paying the controversial £2 toll on time thanks to Merseyflow's new app
Driver snared in undercover sting at Liverpool vs Barcelona game
He wasn't celebrating the Reds winning 4-0 and getting to the final
Sheffield Wednesday: Clubs demand points deduction over sale of Hillsborough to Dejphon Chansiri
A number of Championship clubs are demanding a serious points deduction be imposed on Sheffield Wednesday, should the club be found guilty of misconduct by an independent disciplinary commission over the sale of its stadium to owner Dejphon Chansiri.
Coronavirus: Maybank Championship and Volvo China Open postponed
The European Tour have been forced to postpone two tournaments in April due to the coronavirus outbreak.
European Tour postpones Asian events due to coronavirus outbreak
Several sporting events in the region have been postponed.
Brazil great Pele insists he is "fine" amid concerns over his health
The 79-year-old's son, Edinho, told TV Globo on Monday that his father was "embarrassed" to leave home due to his hip issues.
Renault denies being late with 2020 car
Cyril Abiteboul has denied that Renault is behind schedule with its 2020 car.
Cyrus Christie reveals someone launched petition to have him lynched
The full-back has opened up on tackling internet trolls.
Free family festival to kick off NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament
DAYTON — Community officials gathered in the Oregon Historic District in Dayton Jan. 31 to announce the Big Hoopla’s free Family Celebration Festival to precede Dayton hosting the First Four games of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.
Moraine hires new city manager
MORAINE — UPDATE @ 6:30 p.m.The mayor and city council Thursday night voted to appoint Michael Davis as the city’s next city manager.
State-funded health agency and social services staff to strike
Trade unions Siptu and Fórsa serve notice for a 24-hour work stoppage on February 21st
Widow settles action over death of medical consultant husband
Meraid Hyland-McGuire sought €2.8m for loss of earnings and opportunity
Prince William and Kate Middleton to visit Galway in first official visit
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to hear about European Capital of Culture events
Man sues for damages over alleged disfigurement after cancer treatment
Liam Coughlan claims an unnecessary and inappropriate procedure was carried out
Legal aid payments to lawyers rose to more than €60m last year
Defence team in Mr Moonlight murder trial shared almost €1m in legal fees for 2019 work
‘Magic of Citizens’ Assembly’ to address gender equality this weekend
Gender stereotyping to be among the issues to be discussed by the citizens
‘His grave is Ireland’: The search for Robert Emmet’s body
Patriot was executed in 1803 but his remains disappeared and have never been found
Popular trivia app HQ Trivia ends service
Depending on the number of winners on a given night, winners could earn anything from pennies to thousands.
Bill that would ban conversion therapy in Oklahoma passes through committee
A new bill heading to the full House would ban controversial "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ children.
Sir Geoffrey Boycott's wife brands his alleged domestic violence victim 'bunny boiler'
She claims her husband was 'framed'
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry reportedly axe all 15 UK staff
'There will be some redundancies'
Eight planes held on lockdown at Heathrow airport amid coronavirus fears
Eight planes were grounded at London's Heathrow Airport today (February 14 2020) after passengers were reported to be displaying symptoms of the deadly coronavirus.
What Farmers Are Reading This Week, February 7-14
This week, multiple companies released new information on equipment. Along with the equipment updates, the USDA released a new report, crop insurance received a cut, and hemp stayed in the news. If you missed anything from last week, follow the Successful Farming staff’s work in last week's recap. Read more: What Farmers Are Reading This Week, January 31-February 6
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Two Labour MPs self-isolating after attending summit with coronavirus patient
Labour MPs Alex Sobel and Lillian Greenwood are in self-isolation after attending the same conference as a woman who tested positive for coronavirus.
Three UK expanding its 5G rollout across U.K. by the end of February
Three is set to kick off its wider 5G mobile rollout across the U.K. by the end of this month. Prior to that, the telecom firm is showcasing its 5G service at the London Fashion Week.
Atwoli: My Curse on Echesa Comes to Pass [VIDEO]
I told him I would watch him going down and he would never see me ...
Double Blessing as Watchman Wins Lavish Home Days After Newborn's Birth
What a fruitful week it has been for a security guard from Burnt Forest as his life changed forever in...
Governor’s Wife Resigns From Govt Job, Targets Influential Position
The first lady is aiming another new role after resigning from her earlier role as a member of the committee on...
Nominated Meru MCA Petronilla Gainchi Dies
She is reported to have died after a short illness at the Nairobi hospital and...
How Elephant Milking Hoax Made Man a Millionaire
Very few people have succeeded in being able to milk an elephant, especially the giant jumbos in...
How Mercy Kyallo Turned Failure to Multi-Million Fashion Brand
The young entrepreneur quit formal employment at an advertising firm to venture into the business that deals in...
Facebook to allow political messages considered ‘branded content’
Facebook makes no money from such posts and does not consider them advertising. As a result, branded content isn’t governed by Facebook’s advertising policies.
6 Chinese medical workers die, 1.7K infected by virus
Confirmed cases in mainland China rose to 63,851 by the end of Thursday, up 5,090 from the previous day. The death toll rose 121 to 1,380.
Sanders holds lead heading into Nevada’s Democratic caucuses, poll finds
The Vermont senator leads the field by a solid margin among likely Democratic caucusgoers going into the four-day early voting period, a Review-Journal poll shows.
Northampton Saints send message to fans as Storm Denis looms
Keep checking our social media channels - that's the message Northampton Saints are sending to fans as Storm Denis approaches.
Clampdown on misuse of drones in Mayo housing estates
A CLAMPDOWN is imminent on the misuse of drones in Mayo.
3 more coronavirus cases confirmed, bringing Hong Kong total to 56
Health officials have confirmed that three more people have tested positive for the new coronavirus, bringing the total number of Hong Kong cases to 56 Chuang Shuk-kwan, the Centre for Health Protection's communicable disease chief, announced at...
Singapore drops cringe-infected rap track for citizens to dance the virus away
Singapore today unleashed its strongest weapon in the current public health crisis – a rap jingle about washing hands.
MAU Motocross Challenge attracts over 60 riders
The highly-profiled event is expected to attract over 60 riders, including a few guest appearances.
MPs fear to censure Gen. Tumwine
By Friday, only 20 MPs had appended their signatures to the motion, out of the required 153 members of Parliament.
Love in the time of coronavirus: A quiet Valentine's Day in China
Couples around China settled for a quiet Valentine's Day this year, with COVID-19 intruding as an unwelcome third-wheel in romantic celebrations.
No security threat in Uganda – Police
The public is, therefore, asked to go about their activities and businesses normally without any fear.
Value addition is the way to go
James Otim, general manager Kweyo grower’s cooperatives society in Gulu district said farmers growing groundnuts should add value such as making peanut butter, oil...
IOC face 'big communications job' as virus jitters hit Tokyo Olympics
The head of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) coordination commission insisted there was no danger of Tokyo 2020 being cancelled or moved.
Hong Kong, Singapore rugby sevens postponed over virus
The flagship Hong Kong Sevens was slated for April 3-5, with Singapore a week later.
Museveni lauds Vision Group on Harvest Money expo
I applaud the Vision Group for bringing us together to learn and showcase different products and available resources and technologies for us to advance the agricultural...
Hundreds turn up for Harvest Money expo
One of the trainers Benedict Rwakabale, called on farmers to come and learn various skills in farming.
Cheptegei goes for 5km world record today in Monaco
The World Cross-country and 10,000 meter champion will be making an attempt at a third world record when he runs in the 5km Herculis race. The record stands at 13.22...
MIT: Hackers could alter ballots in widely used voting app
The researchers said they were forced to reverse engineer an Android version of the app because Voatz hasn’t allowed transparent third-party testing of the system.
First photos leaked: The Alfa Romeo camouflage livery
Aa well as sponsoring McLaren, Huski Chocolate have also chosen Alfa Romeo Racing as a team to sponsor in Formula 1. After a one-race deal in 2019, both parties were pleased and they have now announced a new collaboration.
Billy Caldwell: Breakthrough in battle to obtain medicinal cannabis on NHS
THE mother of a severely epileptic boy has hailed a breakthrough in a court battle to obtain medicinal cannabis for him on the NHS.
Castlebar 'Europe's luckiest town' after third EuroMillions jackpot win
CO Mayo town Castlebar has been named Europe's luckiest town after its third EuroMillions jackpot win and ninth EuroMillions win.
Murdered Kieran Doherty's mother 'relives his death every day'
A murdered dissident republican's mother relives the moment of his death every day, his uncle said.