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Trump Needs Conspiracy Theories
The president uses them for political and personal ends. The damage he’s wrought along the way won’t be easily repaired.
Garda graduation to take place in Templemore
The latest cohort of probationer gardai will graduate from the Garda College Templemore this afternoon following eight months of training. The passing out ceremony of Intake 191 will begin short...
Tipperary County Council defends handling of housing crisis
County now has two officers dealing with homeless prevention
Amid 'air apocalypse', mask-clad Lahore looks for answers
Lahore’s worsening air quality has led it to overtake New Delhi on some days as the most polluted city in the world
Imran Khan praises Turkey’s diplomacy model
The mindset in Turkey changed after Erdogan came to power, says PM Imran
Best advent calendars for children and adults in 2019, from Harrods chocolate to LEGO
Like many of the popular Christmas practices we engage in today, the tradition of counting down the days until Christmas is of German origin.
Sudan repeals Omar al-Bashir-era law regulating women's behaviour and dissolves former ruling party
Sudan's new authorities on Thursday ordered that the party of ousted autocrat Omar al-Bashir be dissolved and his regime "dismantled", heeding the call of protesters whose campaign led to the leader's overthrow.
Why this hurry to discuss my reincarnation, I am quite well: Dalai Lama
The 14th Dalai Lama himself has said in the past that it is not necessary that the tradition should continue
'Unemployment at its peak': Stalin slams Centre for lack of jobs, layoffs
As many as 7,000 graduates including engineers have applied for 549 posts of sanitary workers advertised by the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation after which Stalin called for intervention
Hong Kong police end 12-day siege of university campus to arrest protesters
Police removed a stash of nearly 4,000 gasoline bombs left behind by protesters, who fought pitched battles about two weeks ago with riot officers on surrounding streets
Electoral bonds cleaned political donation system; ain't a scam: SC Garg
In case a political party receives a political donation in cash primarily, then that might actually indicate a scam, he stated
TSRTC workers resume work; CM Rao to hold meet with staff on December 1
The Chief Minister will discuss threadbare all the issues related to the RTC
Porbandar: Indian Navy commissions sixth Dornier aircraft squadron
This will give a fillip to coastal security near the sea border with Pakistan
Singapore tells Facebook to correct post under disinformation law
Singapore authorities Friday ordered Facebook to correct an article on a fringe news site containing “scurrilous accusations” of election rigging, ramping up their use of a controversial law against misinformation. The social media giant, which has previously expressed concerns about the legislation, did not respond to requests for comment and the article was still on …
Rise in unnatural prison deaths across the country is a worry | Cape Argus
The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) says it is concerned about the number of unnatural deaths in prison.
'Tupperware' knife used in Suncoast dune murders | The Post
Police probe love triangle as motive in couple’s killing
Sudan overturns moral policing law, disbands former ruling party | IOL News
Rights groups say the Public Order Act targets women and is a holdover from the three-decade rule of toppled autocrat Omar al-Bashir.
Doug Ford to meet with Quebec Premier Francois Legault in Montreal
Ontario Premier Doug Ford will be meeting with his Quebec counterpart tonight, days before all provincial leaders get together in Toronto.
German Catholic Church Debates Sexuality, Celibacy and Women’s Roles
With the German church’s global influence, a meeting of bishops and laypeople to take up hot-button topics has led to warnings of a new schism, originating in the home of the Protestant Reformation.
Ex-Japan PM Nakasone dies at 101
Former Japanese prime minister, famed for national integration after the second world war dies at the age of 101.
Hong Kong police end blockade of university campus
Hong Kong police have ended their blockade of a university campus after surrounding it for 12 days to try to arrest anti-government protesters holed up inside. Police removed a stash of nearly 4,000 petrol bombs left behind by protesters, who fought pitched battles about two weeks ago with riot officers on surrounding streets. The stand-off at Hong Kong Polytechnic University was one of the most dramatic episodes in nearly six months of unrest that began in June with a huge march against an extradition Bill seen as an erosion of freedoms promised when the former British colony returned to Chinese control in 1997. Protesters have since expanded their demands to include fully democratic elections and an investigation into police use of tear gas, rubber bullets and other force to suppress the demonstrations. Police have arrested 5,890 people since June, ranging in age from 11 to 83.
Police seek answers after selfies of a 'murdered' man appear on Facebook
Selfies of a man who police believed had been murdered have appeared on a Facebook account in his name. Ricardas Puisys has been the centre of a murder investigation since he went missing in 2015. Despite no body being found, Cambridgeshire Police escalated the original investigation from a missing persons inquiry after they were given information that he had come to harm. One person was arrested on suspicion of murder but there was insufficient evidence to charge them and they were released. Ricardas Puisys, originally from Lithuania, was 35 when he went missing. He was last seen at his place of work at Nightlayer Leek Company in Chatteris in Cambridgeshire on the 26th of September 2015.
U.S. to Negotiate Carbon Trades Under Climate Pact Shunned by Trump
(Bloomberg) — President Donald Trump may be withdrawing from the Paris climate agreement, but the U.
Iraqi prime minister to resign in wake of deadly protests
A day after more than 40 protesters were killed by security forces, Iraq's prime minister announced Friday that he would submit his resignation to parliament, a step that carried uncertainty for the entire government and stirred fears of a possible political crisis.
Boris Johnson struggles with questions on trade deals and trust
UK in talks with ‘about a dozen’ countries on future trade deals, prime minister says.
Troops neutralise 13 Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists in Borno
The combined troops of Sector 3 Operation LAFIYA DOLE and Sector 2 Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) of Chadian forces have killed 13 terrorists...
My Godse remark distorted, Rahul Gandhi should apologise for calling me terrorist: Pragya in House
"No charges have been proven against me in the court. This is against the law to call me a terrorist without any proof and insult me, Thakur said in Lok Sabha.
My accusers lacked facts – Freddie Blay on corruption charge
Mr. Blay in his quest for the chairmanship position of the NPP promised to deliver 275 buses to each constituency office of the NPP to aid party officials in the discharge of their duties. The promise, which was attributed to his victory, generated a lot of controversies with many questioning his source of income. The NPP chairman has been dragged to court over the issue. Reacting on the charges on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen monitored by MyNewsGh.com, an emotional Mr. Blay said he had not been given a fair hearing. “It’s a pity this country we don’t investigate to get the facts. We condemn people before getting the facts. They accuse me of corruption without knowing the facts,” he said.
Suu Kyi fans join VIP tours for Rohingya genocide trial
YANGON, Nov 29 — Ardent fans of Aung San Suu Kyi are snapping up spots on US$2,000 (RM8,350) tours to The Hague, in a display of moral support as Myanmar faces charges of genocide over the Rohingya crisis at the UN’s top court in December. Supporter rallies, billboards and outpourings of praise...
Hong Kong police withdraw from wrecked campus, activists call for more rallies
HONG KONG, Nov 29 — Hong Kong police today withdrew from the wreckage of a university campus damaged in weeks of clashes, as pro-democracy activists canvassed social media for support for more rallies at the weekend. Senior faculty members of Hong Kong Polytechnic University toured the campus...
Russia arrests woman suspected of spying for Ukraine in Crimea
MOSCOW, Nov 29 — Russia has arrested a Russian woman in the Crimean city of Sevastopol on suspicion of treason for allegedly stealing military secrets on behalf of Ukraine, the Federal Security Service said today. Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine in 2014 but Kiev and the West consider it...
Mexico City traffic chaos a matter of life or death
MEXICO CITY, Nov 29 — It’s a peculiar scene: In the middle of a busy Mexico City intersection, police officers earnestly blow their whistles, instructing oncoming traffic to stop — as indifferent drivers speed past them by the dozens. Undeterred, the cars waiting on the cross street enter the...
Jobless man gets six months’ jail for impersonating policeman
RAUB, Nov 29 — The Magistrate’s Court today sentenced to six months jail a jobless man for impersonating a civil servant. Magistrate Shahrul Ehsan Hasim imposed the sentence on Mohammad Ali Zainal, 33, after he pleaded guilty to the offence and ordered him to be jailed from the date of arrest...
IRS Not Infringing Privacy Requesting Crypto Exchange Data: US Judge
A California federal court has affirmed the legitimacy of the U.S. tax authorities’ summons for data from crypto exchange Bitstamp in connection with an individual tax reporting case.
Iran Arrests Eight as it Blames CIA Conspiracy for Recent Riots
Iran security forces made eight arrests Thursday of people it accuses of having direct links to the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency.
Ex-Kigumo MP Dies Leaving Hefty Hospital Bill, Legislators Asked To Help Offset Sh5 Million Bill
Former Kigumo Member of Parliament Onesmus Kihara Mwangi has passed on at the Nairobi West Hospital after a long term battle with diabetes.The former legislator served as MP between 1997 to 2007 a
Large Hilo fight leads to 4 arrests, 2 injured officers | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A large fight in Hilo on Monday led to four arrests, two injured police officers and a slew of charges made.
Large Hilo fight leads to 4 arrests, 2 injured officers | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A large fight in Hilo on Monday led to four arrests, two injured police officers and a slew of charges made.
South Africa’s Zuma loses bid to appeal against bribe trial
A South African court on Friday dismissed former president Jacob Zuma
Singapore tells Facebook to correct post under disinformation law
Singapore authorities Friday ordered Facebook to correct an article on a fringe news site containing "scurrilous accusations" of election rigging, ramping up their use of a controversial law agains...
Relic of Jesus’ crib returns to Holy Land after over 1,000 years
After spending more than 1,000 years in Rome, a wooden fragment worshipped by Catholics as part of the crib in which Jesus was born will be welcomed back to the Holy Land on Friday. The fragment...
Jacob Zuma's leave to appeal application dismissed with costs
Former president Jacob Zuma launched an appeal after the KwaZulu-Natal High Court in Pietermaritzburg earlier dismissed his stay of prosecution bid.
Hong Kong police consider use of wooden bullets to tackle unrest
The Hong Kong police have said they will not rule out using wooden bullets to disperse protesters. Police Commissioner Chris Tang told reporters during a tea gathering on Thursday that the force may consider using wooden baton rounds – or wooden bullets – which would cause damage to the human body than rubber bullets, […]
North Korea Fires 'Super-Large' Rocket System
The launch was the fourth and final test of the system, Pyongyang have said.
Public comments sought on revised Tennessee block grant plan
Federal officials are seeking the public’s input on Tennessee’s revised plan requesting to become the first state to receive funding in a lump sum for its Medicaid program, TennCare.
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charge
In Delta, opposition parties, ruling PDP not enemies, says Otuaro, dep gov
Deputy Governor of Delta State, Deacon Kingsley Otuaro, has said that opposition political parties in the state were not foes to the ruling PDP
Court annuls sack of FUOYE’s Lecturer, orders immediate reinstatement
Court sitting in Abuja has annulled the sack of Prof. Adeyemi Oluwagbemiga of the Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), by management of the university.
Just in: Supreme court removes prominent monarch in Oyo State
The supreme court on Friday removed a prominent monarch in Oyo state, Eleruwa of Eruwa. The Eruwa is governed by a Monarch whose recognized traditional title is Eleruwa which means the owner/ruler of Eruwa. Details later…
U.S. House Judiciary panel invites Trump to Dec. 4 impeachment hearing
The U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee on Tuesday invited President Donald Trump to its first impeachment hearing, scheduled for Dec.
Trump makes surprise visit to Afghanistan, meets Afghan president
U.S. President Donald Trump paid a surprise visit to Afghanistan on Thursday evening, meeting with his Afghan counterpart Mohammad Ash
UK PM Johnson implores Trump: please avoid the election
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said it was best if U.S. President Donald Trump did not get involved in Britain’s upcoming election when he visits London .
Troops neutralise 13 Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists in Borno -Army
The combined troops of Sector 3 Operation LAFIYA DOLE and Sector 2 Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) of Chadian forces have killed 13 t
The Tragedy in Albania: The Death Toll Is Now 48
Albania's earthquake casualties are now 48, BTA reported. About 790 people were injured.
Finance Minister says more answers are needed on €1.6m printer
The Finance Minister says more explanation is needed as to why a €1.6 million printer is not yet operational.
Johnson: Disparaging remarks about single mothers made 25 years ago
The PM said the quotes were stripped of context and formed part of a smear campaign by Labour.
New regulations for gift vouchers to come into effect ahead of Christmas
New laws will give all vouchers a five-year expiry time while also meaning people won't have to spend the entirity of the balance in one transaction.
UK PM Johnson on Trump: Best for neither side to get involved in each others election campaign
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that they have very close relations with US President Trump but added that traditionally they don't get invo
Vancouver police release photo of suspect in attempted robbery
Vancouver police are looking for help identifying a suspect in an attempted robbery.
Sainsbury's releases its new Christmas charity campaign, but it's not gone down well with shoppers
Shoppers have expressed their cynicism towards the scheme
Audited Reports: CBN, FIRS, others flout Senate’s 7-day ultimatum
The CBN, FIRS and other government MDAs have flouted the 7-day ultimatum for the submission of audited reports issued by the Nigerian Senate.
The TrueAchievements Twelve Days of Christmas Challenge Returns for 2019
Good news for those of you who have been patiently awaiting a new Community Challenge – Twelve Days of Christmas is back on TA, giving twleve unique challenges to players hunting achievements over December.
Launch of the National Emergency Management Agency
Hon Peeni Henare
Grow up New Zealand
It’s time for us to grow up and move on as a country. That is why I support changing our flag and becoming a republic.
Trump Makes Surprise Thanksgiving Visit to Troops in Afghanistan
“There’s nowhere I’d rather celebrate this Thanksgiving than right here with the toughest, strongest, best and bravest warriors on the face of the earth,” Trump said.
Maltese PM refuses to pardon businessman in journalist murder probe
Businessman Yorgen Fenech, who is himself a suspect in the murder investigation, had been seeking immunity from prosecution
Winter weather on election day could cost West Dunbartonshire Council over £45,000
The local authority has put stringent preparations in place to ensure that everyone can have their say in next month's vote.
Ayrshire pervert spared jail- despite background report
The 22-year-old admitted sexually assaulting a women at a property in Dalmellington.
Japan Loses Former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone
Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone has died at the age of 101, Concise News understands, according to NHK television.
Blackface Apologises To Tuface
Hours after an out-of-court settlement on their legal battles, singer, Blackface has apologised to his colleague Tuface for calling him a thief.
Zimbabwe army generals sweat over rampant indiscipline
ZIMBABWE National Army (ZNA) commander Lieutenant-General Edzai Chimonyo last week convened an emergency staff meeting where he read the riot act over rampant i...
Health crisis moves from tragedy to farce
GOVERNMENT has failed to solve its impasse with medical doctors, who have withdrawn services from the country's major hospitals for 89 days today. While the cou...
What happens when the centre can no longer hold?
WHEN Somalia was a lawless gangland with no central government, many Africans often wondered how it must have felt to live in a failed state controlled by marau...
Zimbabwe facing 'man-made' starvation, UN expert warns
Zimbabwe is facing "man-made" starvation with 60 percent of the people failing to meet basic food needs, a UN special envoy said Thursday after ...
Police officer charged with obtaining sexual gratification from female suspects in car parks
SINGAPORE: A staff sergeant with the Singapore Police Force (SPF) has been charged with multiple offences, including reportedly abusing his ...
Climate protests kick off in smoke-covered Sydney
Protesters in smoke-covered Sydney kicked off a fresh round of global protests against climate change on Friday, with activists and schoolchildren ...
Dundalk man charged with assault causing harm at Ridley’s nightclub
Court
Belated bill to help solve indigenous cold cases gains steam
FARGO, N.D. — A bill originally meant to help law enforcement investigate cold cases of murdered and missing indigenous women that has floundered in Congress for two years may have the missing ingredients to become law — money and muscle. The money comes from an appropriations subcommittee chaired by Alaska Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski, who …
AP Explains: What awaits Suriname’s convicted president?
PARAMARIBO, Suriname — A court in the South American country of Suriname has convicted President Desi Bouterse in the 1982 killings of 15 prominent political opponents and sentenced him to 20 years in prison. The decision marks the end of a historic trial that began in 2007, the same year that Bouterse accepted “political responsibility” …
Peter McVerry Trust must show 'due diligence' regarding planning of state's largest homeless hostel - junior housing minister
JUNIOR housing minister John Paul Phelan has said that the Peter McVerry Trust must show due diligence regarding the planning of the State’s largest homeless hostel in Dublin.
Jagan Government Yet to Ask for Special Status
We all know how Jagan Mohan Reddy used to criticize Chandrababu Naidu for not bringing the Special Status. He was given 22 MPs to ensure that it happens but he successfully pushed the issue into Cold Storage. In fact, Jagan immediately coming to Power, categorically stated that he can only request the Central Government for the Special Status.Jagan Mohan Reddy may be fearing Chandrababu Naidu like repercussions if he dared to defy Modi and Shah by raising the issue. Jagan is trying to erase the issue from the memory of the people with Freebies. With the Ruling Party becoming totally silent, we can safely assume that the Special Status is buried forever.
'We don't ban the rich from public schools, firefighters, or libraries' — Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slams Pete Buttigieg after he says tuition-free public college is too radical
"Just like rich kids can attend public school, they should be able to attend tuition-free public college," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez tweeted.
Ex-MP hopes payout over Carl Beech case will deter police from ‘assuming guilt’
Officers raided Harvey Proctor’s home on the basis of claims made by fantasist Beech.
Divorce rates fall to lowest since 1971
But the number of same sex couples splitting up has risen by more than a quarter, figures show.
Former JSPCA chief executive pleads guilty to fraud
THE former chief executive of the JSPCA has pleaded guilty to defrauding the charity and has been remanded in custody.
Community fights back
A group of north end Kelowna residents are mobilizing after a tent city was moved from Leon Ave. in downtown Kelowna to two locations in their neighbourhood.
Kelowna's most wanted - Crime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant in effect as of November 29, 2019.
UK PM Johnson says UK will leave EU by Jan 31 at the latest
LONDON (Nov 29): British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday that Britain would leave the European Union by Jan 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party win a majority in the election in two weeks time."If we can get a working majority then we will come on Jan 31 at the absolute latest," Johnson told LBC radio.He also repeated his message that he saw no reason why Britain would need to extend the transition period after Brexit
Zuma and Thales’ leave to appeal dismissed with costs
Former president Jacob Zuma’s leave to appeal the refusal of a permanent stay of the graft charges he faces was denied with costs by a full bench of the Pietermaritzburg High Court on Friday.The leave to appeal for French arms manufacturer Thales was also dismissed with costs.Advocate Muzi Sik
Flags of competing nations raised
THE presence of all 11 competing nations in the 30th Philippine SEA Games was formally recognized on Friday morning during simple flag-raising ceremonies held at the plaza of the Athletes Village at the New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac.
Tusla defers deadline for crèches to submit fire risk assessments
Some childcare providers were finding it “particularly challenging” to carry out fire risk assessments.
'Dysfunctional' Zimbabwe on brink of man-made starvation
About 5.5 million people in rural areas face food insecurity. In urban areas, about 2.2 million people lack access to basic public services, including health and safe water, according to figures by U.
Sudan disbands ex-ruling party, abolishes Public Order Act
Women played an important role in the mass protests that led to al-Bashir’s overthrow in April. The transitional government includes Sudan’s first female foreign minister, Asmaa Abdallah.
UK PM's 1999 views on Nigerian obsession with money pops up
The man who has vowed to deliver Brexit has been accused of making “racist and offensive” comments by implying Nigerians are obsessed with money. His controversial views date 20 years ago when he
South Africa's Zuma loses bid to appeal against corruption trial
A court in South Africa on Friday dismissed former President Jacob Zuma's attempts to appeal against his corruption trial related to a 1990s arms deal.
Why are Iraqi protesters targeting Iranian buildings?
Baghdad, Iraq - As anti-government protests demanding a complete overhaul of the political system continue from the capital to the mainly Shia south, some protesters have focused their anger on official Iranian facilities.
Democracy wins in Hong Kong, but for how long?
Japan must speak up loudly in behalf of democracy in Hong Kong and make clear that there cannot be business as usual — and certainly no visit to Japan by Xi next year — if there is a resort to force to democracy.
Former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone, a political titan who spanned eras, dies at 101
The enduring statesman, who bolstered the military alliance with the U.S. and privatized the Japanese National Railways, led Japan onto the world stage in the 1980s.
East Asia's political vulnerability
To avoid Latin America-style political crises, East Asian governments must ensure that their economic policies support equitable growth.
Bengaluru flat case: Enforcement Directorate attaches land worth ₹7-crore in Tamil Nadu
Agricultural land worth about ₹7 crore in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiris district was attached by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money-laundering probe linked to an alleged flat buyer’s cheat
Hyderabad veterinarian rape, murder: police detain four suspects
Two lorry drivers and cleaners allegedly committed the crime; NCW to set up inquiry committee and seek detailed action report from police
Bengal sees big crowds for Aadhaar updations
To manage the crowds, UIDAI has decided to introduce online appointments in about 45 post offices across State
Tamil Nadu State Election Commissioner holds meeting for officials of five districts
R. Palanisamy has directed officials deputed for election duty to strictly adhere to guidelines, ahead of the local body polls
Top Bangladesh cricket officials barred from leaving country over corruption probe
Mahbubul Anam is one of at least two senior Bangladesh Cricket Board directors under suspicion.
Ukraine protests visit of Russian propagandists to UN forum
The mission told that persons claiming to be representing Crimea must not be accredited at UN events as part of Russian or any other delegation but that of Ukraine.
India announces $400 million loan for Sri Lanka, in support of new president
India will lend Sri Lanka $400 million for infrastructure projects, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday after talks with the island nation's new President Gotabaya Rajapaksa aimed at improving bilateral ties. Sri Lanka, located off the southern tip of India, has become an arena of competing
Kate Middleton Completed Top Secret Work Experience at a London Hospital
Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton recently underwent two days of work experience at a busy London hospital, and the whole thing was kept a secret.
The First Time Congress Tried to Impeach a President Was a Disaster
It didn't go as planned...
The U.S. Navy Would Have Been Stacked with Battleships If 1 Thing Never Happened
Any guesses?
Divorce rates fall to lowest since 1971
But the number of same sex couples splitting up has risen by more than a quarter, figures show.
Johnson: Disparaging remarks about single mothers made 25 years ago
The PM said the quotes were stripped of context and formed part of a smear campaign by Labour.
Festive fayre in aid of Stafford charity
A fun-filled, festive fayre is being held to raise money for a children and young people's charity.
The Clean Green Pakistan Index: A futile exercise?
The initial phase of the index also calls for cities to compete to beautify the city as well as on sanitation
Vatican returns relic from Jesus' manger to Holy Land
Christians are celebrating the return to the Holy Land of a tiny wooden relic they believe was part of Jesus' manger nearly 1,400 years after it was sent to Rome as a gift to the pope.
Why 8th NASS rejected Buhari’s $30 billion loan request – Shehu Sani
Former chairman, Senate committee on local and foreign debt in the senate, Senator Shehu Sani has explained why the request by Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari to borrow $30 billion was turned down by the 8th Senate.
Singapore tells Facebook to correct post under disinformation law
Singapore authorities Friday ordered Facebook to correct an article on a fringe news site containing "scurrilous accusations" of election rigging, ramping up their use of a controversial law against misinformation.
Brazil’s president criticizes DiCaprio over Amazon fires
RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Friday said actor Leonardo DiCaprio had funded non-profit groups that he claimed are partly responsible for widespread fires in the Amazon . . .
Do you know this man? RCMP looking for suspect in Colwood theft
West Shore RCMP have released a surveillance photo of a suspect in a theft at the Petro-Canada gas station at 1879 Island Hwy in Colwood. The theft happened Nov. 21 at 6:47 p.m. Police said a . . .
Will take ties to new level, says Gotabaya Rajapaksa
In a dialogue with newly elected Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa on his three-day tour to India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a line of credit of USD 400 million for development projects in Sri Lanka besides granting a separate fund of USD 50 million to help the country deal with challenges of terrorism.
Never referred to Nathuram Godse as patriot: Pragya Thakur
"I want to say only what I do for the country. On November 27, during discussion on SPG (Amendment) Bill, I did not call Nathuram Godse a patriot (desh bhakt), I did not even take his name. Still if someone is hurt, I express my regret and apologise," Bhopal MP Pragya Thakur she said in Lok Sabha around 3.00 pm.
Report claims TikTok parent company ByteDance is working with China's Communist Party to spread propaganda on Xinjiang
China has been accused of committing human rights abuses at detention centers in the autonomous western region of Xinjiang.
Single dad 'overcome with joy' after holding adopted daughter with Down syndrome for the first time
Alba was given up for adoption by her mother because she has Down syndrome
Debate over whether teachers should toilet-train toddlers
Schools are 'pushing back' on their involvement in toilet training and hope kids no longer need nappies by the time they're in Reception
Heartless thieves ransack home and steal Christmas presents after young mum worked overtime to surprise kids
Thankfully kind strangers stepped in to save the day
Overseas experts criticize US signing of Hong Kong-related act into law
Political experts worldwide and overseas Chinese communities have criticized the signing of a Hong Kong-related act into law by the United States, saying the move interferes in China's internal affairs.
Senate sessions suspended until Dec. 9 to give way to bicam on GAB, SEAG
Sessions in the Senate will be suspended until December 9 in anticipation of an upcoming holiday and road closures in Pasay City for the 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEAG), as well as the bicameral conference committee meetings on the proposed 2020 national budget.
De Lima lashes at Palace for Midler rebuke, says she was just telling the truth
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima on Friday slammed Malacañang for criticizing American Actress Bette Midler who classified President Duterte as among the world’s most detestable leaders.
6 forgers of senior IDs nabbed in Recto
Six persons allegedly involved in producing fake senior citizens’ cards in the university belt area in Manila were arrested by police on Thursday.
LTFRB to review Grab’s fare structure
Following the P23-million fine imposed by the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) against Grab Philippines, transport regulators will review the ride-sharing firm's fare setting scheme to determine any violation on existing agency policies.
Sudan moves to dissolve ex-ruling party, repeals public order law
Sudan
The values we hold dear manifested in DC election results
The liberal and democratic political faction swept to a landslide victory in the District Council elections on Sunday, thereby reshaping the landscape of the district councils in the city. Over the years, the DC elections were focused on livelihood issues. Members of the academic and professional sectors, as well as university students, have always shown…
He Defended the Confederate Flag and Insulted Immigrants. Now He’s a Judge.
Former state Rep. Mike Pitts made anti-immigrant and racially charged remarks seemingly at odds with South Carolina’s judicial code. He sailed through an appointment process as a magistrate nominee with little scrutiny and no debate.
Want to take Sri Lanka-India relationship to higher level: President Rajapaksa
The newly elected president said that Colombo and New Delhi need to 'work together' for economic development and security of their people.
'Discussed majority first, then farmers': Fadnavis attacks Maha Vikas Aghadi
Fadnavis sought to know why the three-party alliance tried to change the protem speaker defying rules.
Pragya Thakur says sorry twice in Parl after uproar over Godse remark
Referring to Rahul's remark, she said member of House referred to her as 'terrorist' and called it an attack on her dignity.
BHU's Firoz Khan to appear for interview to teach at varsity's Ayurveda dept
The teachers of University had penned down a letter to President Ram Nath Kovind in this regard.
Clarence Thomas’s New Documentary Is All About How Biden Stinks and Liberals Are The New KKK
In case you’re still in a tryptophan stupor, allow me to catch you up. Donald Trump is still president. There’s still a Congressman presiding over hearings about the president’s shady dealings with the Ukraine who appears to himself have had shady dealings with Ukraine. And now, we’ve got the longest-sitting Supreme Court justice launching a documentary which targets the Democratic presidential frontrunner. I say we just drop the ball on this sucker and end 2019 now.
Trump spends Thanksgiving in Afghanistan, visits with troops
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan — President Donald Trump paid a surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan, where he announced the U.S. and Taliban have been engaged in ongoing peace talks and said he believes the Taliban want a cease-fire.
Sudan repeals public order law restricting women’s behaviour
Transitional authorities approve law to dissolve former ruling party of Omar al-Bashir
‘We don’t ban the rich from public schools, firefighters, or libraries’ — AOC slams Pete Buttigieg after he criticizes tuition-free public college as too radical
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slammed Pete Buttigieg after he criticized calls for tuition-free public college as too radical.
UK PM Johnson implores Trump: please avoid the election
LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson said it was best if U.S. President Donald Trump did not get involved in Britain’s upcoming election when he visits London for a NATO summit next week.
Renault-Nissan to reboot alliance with new overseer
PARIS (Reuters) - Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi plan to appoint a general secretary at the helm of their partnership to boost cooperation and reboot joint operations after the departure of former alliance supremo Carlos Ghosn.
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
JOHNANNESBURG (Reuters) - A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former president Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over a $2 billion arms deal.
Wooden relic of Jesus manger on pre-Christmas display in Jerusalem
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - A fragment of wood reputed to be from the manger where Jesus was laid after his humble birth went on display in Jerusalem on Friday, ahead of its transfer to Bethlehem for the official launch of the Christmas season.
India announces $400 million loan for Sri Lanka, in support of new president
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India will lend Sri Lanka $400 million for infrastructure projects, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday after talks with the island nation’s new President Gotabaya Rajapaksa aimed at improving bilateral ties.
Volkswagen South Africa told to pull ‘sexist’ advert for Amarok V6 bakkie...
The Advertising Regulatory Board has called on Volkswagen SA to withdraw a radio advertisement for the Amarok V6 after a complaint branded it "sexist”.
D-day: Court To Rule On Jacob Zuma’s Appeal Against Corruption Trial
DURBAN – Former President Jacob Zuma and co-accused Thales will know if they can take their case to the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) after the High Court in Pietermaritzburg ruled that they must stand trial. Last week, Zuma’s lawyers argued that the SCA may arrive at a different conclusion and Zuma may eventually be […]
Mkhari ‘Respects’ Ramaphosa’s Decision To Withdraw From Chairman’s Conversation
JOHANNESBURG – PowerFM chairman Given Mkhari on Thursday said he respected the decision by President Cyril Ramaphosa to pull out of the Chairman’s Conversation. Mkhari said he understood why the president did it, but he was disappointed at the decision. The annual Chairman’s Conversation was cancelled on Thursday evening after Ramaphosa withdrew, citing concerns raised […]
Mayor Election Delay Won’t Affect JHB Service Delivery
JOHANNESBURG – The Democratic Alliance (DA) has on Thursday dismissed the African National Congress’ (ANC) accusations that service delivery would collapse in Johannesburg, as the city awaits the election of a new mayor next week. Speaker Vasco da Gama postponed the election, saying he would seek legal advice on the actual number of votes that […]
France to summon Turkish envoy over Erdogan’s ‘insults’
ATHENS: The UN refugee agency said Thursday it was encouraging migrants to leave a severely overcrowded Tripoli center, but rejected as “offensive” a British daily report alleging it was “starving” asylum-seekers to force them out. “I find that accusation offensive,” UNHCR chief Filippo Grandi told reporters in Athens. “I don’t know where you read that report. Us, starving
Changes to festive bin collections announced - here's who is affected
Thousands of households will see changes
Trump visits troops in Afghanistan, says Taliban talks back on
On a brief visit to Bagram Airfield outside the capital Kabul, Trump served turkey dinner to soldiers, posed for photographs and delivered a speech after meeting...
Sudan adopts law to dissolve Bashir party, 'dismantle' regime
Bashir and his Islamist National Congress Party (NCP) had ruled the northeast African country since 1989 before a nationwide protest movement resulted in him being...
Climate change 'tipping points' too close for comfort
Locked inside the tundra of Russia, Alaska and Canada, for example, is twice as much CO2 and methane as there is already in the atmosphere. If humanity cannot manage...
Boris Johnson refuses to say how many children he has
He refused to answer questions about his own children when challenged on his comments about the children of single mothers.
Russian Jokes Tell the Brutal Truth
In a repressive society, dark political jokes allow regular people to describe what they see with their own eyes.
How North Korea Soured on Donald Trump
Kim Jong Un only wanted to engage with the president. Now he’s turning on him.
Five Common Misconceptions About the Electoral College
Defenders of the Electoral College argue that it was created to combat majority tyranny and support federalism, and that it continues to serve those purposes. This stance depends on a profound misunderstanding of the history of the institution.
Court rejects Jacob Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
The ruling paves the way for Zuma's long-awaited trial to start in February 2020.
Qatar signs MoU with APU to promote peace
The State of Qatar, represented by the Shura Council has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) yesterday with the African Parliamentary Union (APU).
Qatar rejects false accusations by Eritrean Information Ministry
The State of Qatar has totally rejected false accusations contained in a statement by the Eritrean Ministry of Information, stressing that Qatar has nothing to do with any factions or groups in Eritrea, a matter which the Eritrean government knows very well.
QFFD grants $4.2m to Jordan Refugee Health Fund
Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has signed a $4.2m grant agreement with the Government of Jordan to contribute to the financing of Jordan Refugee Health Fund in order to alleviate financial pressures on the Jordanian Ministry of Health budget as a result of the large influx of refugees.
Best Christmas gifts for babies and toddlers: top present ideas for little ones
Buying Christmas gifts for little ones is one of the most exciting things about the festive period - unless you're buying for a child who already has everything.
Best charity Christmas gifts 2019 for presents that give back
While Christmas is a time for giving and sharing with your family and friends, it can also be used as an opportunity to give to charity.
Senior Scotland Yard officer facing misconduct probe for contact with officer convicted over child abuse photo
A senior officer at Scotland Yard is said to have been placed on restricted duties as he faces an inquiry over contact he had with a colleague who was found guilty of possessing a video of child sexual abuse.
Funny Christmas gifts 2019: the best novelty present ideas for the joker in your life
The joker in your family can be the hardest to shop for especially around Christmas time.
Antisemites to the left, Islamophobes to the right … election misery continues
Low-quality debate and a wilful disregard for the truth have made this the most depressing poll ever
Party lines: five writers' verdicts on the election manifestos
Time for ‘real change’? ‘Unleash’ Britain’s potential? And what does ‘Wales, it’s us’ mean? Five writers tear apart the party manifestos to show what they’re actually saying
Unauthorised colony residents need registry papers, not a law: Kejriwal
Talking to reporters, the chief minister asked people not to trust anyone until they get registry papers in their hands as previous governments had promised the same, but failed to meet it
Rajat Sharma's resignation as DDCA head accepted, CEO also makes exit
Sharma was appointed as DDCA President in July 2018, beating World Cup winning former India cricketer Madal Lal to the post
Don't tell govts to buy 'inefficient' smog towers: Environmentalists to SC
Earlier this week, the apex court asked the Centre to take concrete decision within 10 days on having smog towers in Delhi-National Capital Region to combat pollution
New industrial code bill will lead to 'jungle raj' in the industry: BMS
The Narendra Modi government introduced the Industrial Relations Code Bill in the Lok Sabha on Thursday
Govt initiates dialogue with ASEAN members for review of FTA: Goyal
He also said the Coffee Board is trying to develop an Indian brand of coffee for export and the work in this regard is underway
Did KZN Catholic priest quit the church to marry a nun? | IOL News
A Catholic priest on the KZN south coast has reportedly quit the church to marry a former nun with whom he allegedly has a 21-year-old daughter.
Robben Island Museum board member resigns citing outside interference | Cape Argus
A member of the Robben Island Museum (RIM) board resigned from his position citing outside interference in the board’s affairs.
Zuma loses bid to appeal high court's ruling in graft trial but can still petition SCA | IOL News
Jacob Zuma has lost an application for leave to appeal the high court judgment, but he still has an option to petition the ...
DA demands Mbalula apologises to Judge John Hlophe over 'Mickey Mouse' remark | IOL News
DA has called on Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula to apologise to Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe for criticism ...
Blackpool affected by national shortage of tall Christmas trees
Residents might think Scrooge has got his hands on Blackpool's Christmas trees this festive season.
Suspect and victim in Leslieville stabbing were friends, police say
One person was rushed to hospital in life-threatening condition after being stabbed inside a Leslieville residence late Thursday night.
Donald Trump, Meet Your Precursor
Andrew Johnson pioneered the recalcitrant racism and impeachment-worthy subterfuge the president is fond of.
In Defense of ‘Woke’
Donald Trump and his supporters want the rest of us to stay asleep.
Donald Trump, Meet Your Precursor
Andrew Johnson pioneered the recalcitrant racism and impeachment-worthy subterfuge the president is fond of.
Youth charity hosts huge pamper party to promote self-esteem in teenage girls
The huge pamper party took place at Newcastle College, where teenage girls enjoyed makeovers, hair styling and nail treatments.
Air quality improves in Delhi, light rains predicted
The Air Quality Index stood at 79 on Friday
BJP reprimands Pragya Thakur for callng Godse a patriot
BJP working president J P Nadda announced the disciplinary action against her and condemned the controversial Hindutva leader's remarks in a bid to defuse the political crisis triggered by her
Speaker indicates Pragya Thakur to be called to LS
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday indicated that he would call BJP member Pragya Thakur, who is facing opposition fire for her remarks on Nathuram Godse, to the House after the Question Hour.
Sri Lanka wants to undo 99-year port lease to China
Sri Lanka’s new government led by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants to undo the previous regime’s move to lease the southern port of Hambantota to a Chinese venture, citing national interest. Former
County denies responsibility for deputy's assault on bloodied Bills fan
Faced with a jury verdict that found a sheriff's deputy guilty of reckless assault, Erie County continues to distance itself from responsib
Germany urges unified approach to 5G security in Europe
Both Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron suggest no specific vendor should be targeted.
Boris Johnson defends calling children of single mothers 'ill-raised' before he was 'even in politics'
Boris Johnson has defended disparaging remarks he made about single mothers, telling a voter they were made before he was “even in politics”. Written in an article for The Spectator magazine in 1995, the Conservative Party leader described the children of single mothers as “ill-raised, ignorant, aggressive and illegitimate”. The prime minister was put to task over the NHS, trade deals and the promises of 50,000 more nurses by callers on the LBC radio.
Woman found guilty of manslaughter in Edmonton toddler death
Mack pleaded not guilty to the second-degree murder charge. She was found guilty of the lesser charge of manslaughter.
Woman guilty of manslaughter in death of toddler found outside Edmonton church
A woman accused in the death of a toddler found outside an Edmonton church has been convicted of manslaughter.
UK PM Johnson says Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a...
Owan West receives LG dev awards - The Nation Newspaper
Owan West Local Government Area, Edo state will Friday evening in Abuja join other local governments in the country to receive the 2019 Nigerian Local...
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges...
UK PM Johnson implores Trump: please keep out of election
"What we don't do traditionally as loving allies and friends, what we don't do traditionally, is get involved in each other's election campaigns," said Johnson, whose Conservative Party has a commanding lead in the polls ahead of the December 12.
Elizabeth I revealed as the translator of Tacitus into English
LONDON, Nov 29 — Elizabeth I, one of England’s best-loved monarchs, has been revealed to be the translator behind an English version of an ancient text by Tacitus who described the high politics, treachery and debauchery of the Roman elite. A 16th Century translation of the first book of...
2Face singing my song without permission doesn’t make him a thief —Blackface
Nigerian singer, Augustine Ahmedu, also known as Blackface has said that lawyers have made him realise that because his former bandmate, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face and his manager, E...
Joburg mayoral malaise: ANC decides against going to court to challenge DA speaker
The ANC says it has received legal advice cautioning it against going to court to challenge a decision to postpone a City of Johannesburg council meeting meant to elect a new executive mayor.
Britain will leave EU by January 31 – Boris Johnson
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a majority...
Appeal Court validates Lalong’s election
The Court of Appeal sitting in Jos, Plateau State, on Friday affirmed the victory of Governor Simon Lalong in the state governorship election
Dickson attributes eight years in office to divine intervention
Bayelsa State governor, Hon Seriake Dickson has attributed the landmark achievement of being the first governor to successfully complete a second term
NECO : Ogun cancels November sanitation exercise
Ogun Govt has cancelled the monthly sanitation exercise ,to enable secondary school students across the state to take part in the NECO examinations.
Juncker: The Blocking of Negotiations with Northern Macedonia and Albania Is Shameful
Jean-Claude Juncker, the head of the European Commission, wrote a daily editorial on Politico on his last business day, according to BGNES. In it, Juncker takes a backward glance at the weaknesses and successes of his five-year term as head of the European executive branch.
Slovakia Rejected the Istanbul Convention for a Second Time
Slovak lawmakers rejected the convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence for the second time and called on the government of the country to block the adoption of the convention by the EU. The Istanbul Convention, adopted by the Council of Europe in 2011, entered into force in 2014 and was signed by the EU in June 2017.
Taliban Ready to Resume Peace Talks Following Trump's Visit to Kabul
The Taliban said today they are ready to resume peace talks with theUS - a day after President Donald Trump's surprise visit to US troops in Afghanistan, Reuters reported. Trump has announced that peace talks with hardline Islamist insurgents in Afghanistan will resume.
Dundee schools to give pupils who skip classes for climate change protest a black mark
Dundee pupils who skip school to take part in another global day of climate strike action will have their absence treated as unauthorised.
Election rigging or poor leadership: Bickering in Bengal BJP after TMC sweeps bypolls
The senior leadership in West Bengal BJP seems to be divided over the reasons for the party's loss in the bypolls.
Nathuram Godse remark: Sadhvi Pragya tenders second apology agreed upon by all parties
A mid opposition ruckus, BJP member Pragya Thakur on Friday made a fresh statement in Lok Sabha, apologising for her remarks on Nathuram Godse, even as she asserted that she never described Mahatma Gandhi's assassin as a patriot.
Farogh Naseem takes oath as federal minister
He will hold the portfolio of federal law and justice minister upon return to the cabinet.
Feckless UK voters? Johnson rejects criticism over old article
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday dismissed criticism of an old article he wrote condemning single mothers and
Kerala: 12 lawyers booked for intimidating woman judicial officer
Vanchiyoor police filed a case against 12 lawyers in Kerala for threatening a magistrate after she refused bail to an accused. They allegedly closed the door of her chamber and intimidated her, sources said.
Thieves have a field day near Rashtrapati Bhavan
The CCTV footage revealed that the miscreants, who reached the spot in a car, put the pipes in a container and left the spot.
Chandrababu Naidu walks for Amaravati, gets bouquets and brickbats
Cautioning people to be on their guard against the policies of the government, Naidu declared that he would take up the capital issue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders of national part.
Heartfelt tribute to St Paul's community leader with "great humour" who spent his life helping others
“He was someone who worked tirelessly for improved opportunities and quality of life in our neighbourhood.”
Singapore tells Facebook to correct post under disinformation law
Singapore authorities Friday ordered Facebook to correct an article on a fringe news site containing "scurrilous accusations" of election rigging, ramping up their use of a controversial law against misinformation.
‘Taliban Wants A Deal’: Trump During Surprise Thanksgiving Visit To US Troops In Afghanistan
The US president said that American and Afghan soldiers were making the Taliban more eager to reach a peace agreement
Sena’s Baptism To Secularism Shows This Word Has No Relevance Now; It’s Time To Consign It To The Dustbin
By aligning with Congress, the Shiv Sena has given Balasaheb Thackeray the ultimate ‘gift’ of treachery.
‘In Contact With Four MLAs’: After Maharashtra, Sanjay Raut Claims Shiv Sena Will Create New Political Front In Goa
“We are hopeful that there could be a ‘miracle’ in Goa also soon,” Raut said
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The prime minister announced that he would remove EU rules preventing the government from awarding contracts to UK-based businesses.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Trump's visit to Afghanistan was so secret the White House sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from his account to avoid questions about why he didn't post for 13 hours, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The White House took a series of measures to ensure total secrecy when President Donald Trump visited troops in Afghanistan on Thanksgiving.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Buckingham Palace is hiring a 'Director of Royal Travel' to make sure the royals take cost-effective, environmentally-friendly trips, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The position within the royal household comes with a generous salary of up to $110,000, according to the job advertisement.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Arrests after man, 42, was allegedly kidnapped and taken to industrial estate
Three men arrested in connection with the incident remain in police custody
Child's body recovered from sewage pit in Oman
PACDA said in a statement
Intriguing moves in Pakistan establishment
Some pretty obvious behind the scenes friction is playing itself out between the pro-India and anti-India camps within the Pak army
Police Trash Basic Rule of Law Principle
FRIDAY 29 NOVEMBER 2019
Govt changes rules with 22 days left on ‘buy-back’
“The Government has once again shifted the goalposts on licenced firearms owners with just 22 days remaining in the failing gun ‘buy-back’”, according to ACT Leader David Seymour.
Kind-hearted Alexandria veteran raises over £5000 for charity with piping skills
82-year-old Captain Bryan Warren spent the summer entertaining shoppers at Loch Lomond Shores to raise money for Erskine.
Plateau Guber Tussle: Appeal Court Affirms Lalong’s Election
The Court of Appeal, Jos Division on Friday affirmed the victory of Governor Simon Lalong in the Plateau State governorship election.
South Africa Court Rejects Zuma Appeal To Prevent Corruption Trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over a 2 billion dollars arms deal.
Why PDP Asked INEC Chairman Yakubu To Resign
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Mahmood Yakubu has been asked to vacate office over incompetence, Concise News reports.
UK PM Johnson Reveals When Britain Will Leave EU
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by January 31, Concise News reports.
BBNaija: Is Khadoni Next Bamteddy? (Video)
In what appears to be a journey to the next level, former BBNaija housemate, Gedoni has stated that his relationship with Khafi has got to a permanent site.
Army revolts against General Sibanda
Junior Commanders of the Zimbabwe National Army have reportedly openly defied the Commander of the Zimbabwe Defense Forces Philip Valerio Sibanda and called for...
ZRP shake-up looms, Matanga to go
A SHAKE-UP is imminent in the Zimbabwe Republic Police, with Commissioner-General Godwin Matanga set to be replaced, as President Emmerson Mnangagwa continues t...
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit
Boris Johnson has promised to scrap EU state aid rules after Brexit in order to stop UK businesses from collapsing.
Trump's visit to Afghanistan was so secret the White House sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from his account to avoid questions about why he didn't post for 13 hours
White House staffers sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from President Donald Trump’s Twitter account to avoid suspicion had his account been silent as he made a secret trip to visit US troops in Afghanistan.
After suicide of serviceman, SCDF enhances support for recruits struggling to adjust
SINGAPORE: The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has recently enhanced its support programme for National Service recruits who struggle to ...
Facebook instructed by POFMA Office to publish correction notice on States Times Review's post
SINGAPORE: The office overseeing the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) on Friday (Nov 29) instructed Facebook to ...
Witness to Laquan McDonald’s fatal shooting settles lawsuit
CHICAGO — A woman who witnessed the fatal 2014 shooting of Laquan McDonald by a Chicago police officer has settled her lawsuit against the city. Alma Benitez alleges in the federal lawsuit filed in 2016 that investigators tried to pressure her into changing her account of the shooting. Benitez was in a fast-food drive thru …
B.C. RCMP announce charges in 1993 homicide of 23-year-old Vicki Black
VANCOUVER — The RCMP in British Columbia say a man is in custody and facing a murder charge in the homicide of a 23-year-old woman in Vancouver in 1993. The Mounties announced in a news release Friday that Stephen Laroche has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of Vicki Black. They say a Vancouver police …
Ask an expert: 'My toxic boss is causing my panic attacks'
Q: I am 27, with a good career and a wonderful husband. But my work life is a mess.
Boris Johnson defends 1995 remarks that children of single mothers are 'ignorant, aggressive and illegitimate'
BORIS Johnson has defended disparaging remarks he made about single mothers, telling a voter they were made before he was "even in politics".
UK PM Boris Johnson To Donald Trump: Don't Interfere In Our Election
Trump -- who visits London for a NATO summit next week -- has already waded into the upcoming December vote, however.
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit
The prime minister announced that he would remove EU rules preventing the government from awarding contracts to UK-based businesses.
Ombudsman allows Rajat Sharma to quit as DDCA president
Cricket News: The Delhi and District Cricket Association ombudsman Justice (Retd) Badar Durrez Ahmed on Friday accepted senior journalist Rajat Sharma's resignation
Daily Mail owner buys rival the i for nearly £50m
Daily Mail and General Trust chairman Lord Rothermere said the publication was ‘highly respected’ and generating plenty of cash.
Boris Johnson wants ‘exuberant’ media after Channel 4 debate row
A Conservative source suggested the party may review Channel 4’s public service broadcasting position.
EU’s Tusk and Juncker bow out as new team prepare to move in
Charles Michel and Donald Tusk warmly hugged one another during the handover ceremony.
Fired Santa books new gigs
A Santa Claus fired from Penticton's Cherry Lane Shopping Centre earlier this week for naughty photos taken on his own time offsite has received overwhelming support from the community, with new requests for his services pouring in.
Attempted child abduction
Two days after an attempted child abduction in West Kelowna, police are now warning the public.
UK PM Johnson implores Trump: Please keep out of election
LONDON (Nov 29): Prime Minister Boris Johnson said it was best if US President Donald Trump did not get involved in Britain's upcoming election when he visits London for a NATO summit next week."What we don't do traditionally as loving allies and friends, what we don't do traditionally, is get involved in each other's election campaigns," said Johnson, whose Conservative Party has a commanding lead in the polls ahead of the Dec 12 election."The best (thing) when you have
PNP mourns brave fallen cop, lauds another
THE Philippine National Police leadership yesterday mourned the death of a brave policeman who was killed while trying to subdue a grenade-wielding man in Initao, Misamis Oriental and at the same time praised another who helped deliver a baby inside a tricycle in Sorsogon City. “The Philippine National Police mourns the death of another hero cop. We give our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of Police Senior Master Sergeant Jason Magno of Initao Police Station in Misamis Oriental. PSMS Magno made a supreme sacrifice by covering the grenade with his own body to save innocent civilian lives. He truly lives up to his sworn duty, to serve and protect even if it costs his life,” said PNP spokesman Brigadier General Bernard M. Banac.
72 prosecutors get training from US experts
SOME 72 prosecutors and investigators from Angeles City were given training by US experts in practical skills to prosecute online sexual exploitation, the United States Embassy in Manila said yesterday.
PNP officials want death penalty for drug traffickers
TOP officials of the Philippine National Police, Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency and the Dangerous Drugs Board have aired anew their strong support for the re-imposition of death penalty for big-time drug traffickers and manufacturers in the aftermath of the arrest of a Chinese national who yielded some 370 kilograms of high-grade shabu in Makati City on Tuesday evening.
PCSO welcomes PACC probe of corrupt employees
PHILIPPINE Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) General Manager Royina Marzan-Garma welcomed the result of the probe conducted by the Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) into the alleged corruption involving some of the agency’s officials.
Duterte seeks probe, clears Cayetano
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte believes his former election running mate, Speaker Alan Cayetano, is innocent of corruption in the hosting of the 2019 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games.
81-year-old man dies in Ecija mishap
SAN ANTONIO, Nueva Ecija -- An 81-year-old man on a bicycle was killed after he was hit from behind by a speeding L-300 van Thursday morning.
CAA website besieged by angry drone pilots ahead of registration deadline
Thousands of UK drone pilots could face a fine of £1,000 if they fail to register their details with the [...]
Thai court fines Philip Morris $39.7 million for tax evasion
BANGKOK (AP) - A court in Thailand on Friday found the local unit of tobacco giant Philip Morris guilty of evading taxes by under-declaring the value of cigarettes it imported from the Philippines. It ordered the company to pay a fine of 1.2 billion baht ($39.7 million).
Boris Johnson refuses to apologise for racist 'burka' comments
London, United Kingdom - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson refused to offer an outright apology for Islamophobic comments he made in 2018, which led to a spike in anti-Muslim hate crimes.
Malta PM rejects immunity bid by top suspect in murder probe
Malta's Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has said his government rejected a request by a prominent businessman for immunity from prosecution in connection with the 2017 killing of investigative reporter Daphne Caruana Galizia.
Sudan approves new law 'dismantling' Omar al-Bashir's regime
Sudan's transitional authorities approved a law late on Thursday to "dismantle" the regime of former President Omar al-Bashir, including the dissolution of his political party and confiscation of all its properties - in response to a key demand of protesters that helped overthrow his government in April.
RSS acting like extra-constitutional authority, says Ashok Gehlot
He dared the RSS to convert itself into a political party and come out in the open.
No congregational prayers at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid for 17th consecutive Friday
The mosque in Nowhatta area has been closed for prayers for nearly four months.
Uddhav Thackeray government to face floor test on November 30
The Shiv Sena-NCP-Congress alliance claims to have the support of over 170 MLAs.
Stalin is lying about the local body polls, says Edappadi
The Chief Minister accused the Opposition leader of lying about the modality of conducting local body elections in Tamil Nadu
One killed, five injured in wall collapse in Sivakasi
A portion of the wall of a marriage hall that was being renovated fell over
Is virtue signalling a perversion of morality?
Virtue signalling has been called out for its alleged hypocrisy. But is it, in fact, a true sign of morality?
Why every vote matters
Nidhi Sinha of #WeStandTogether explains why it is important everyone exercises their right to vote on December 12
At last! Proper police officers are back on Metrolink and people love it
GMP officers posted this picture on Facebook - brilliant
Top cricket official barred from leaving Bangladesh
Bangladesh's anti-corruption commission has barred a top cricket official from leaving the country as it steps up an investigation into the sport's national body.
Georgian president postpones visit to Ukraine until 2020
The president of Georgia has decided to postpone her visit to Ukraine at the request of the Ukrainian side.
We Aid the Growth of Chinese Tyranny to Our Eternal Shame
We can’t say we didn’t know.Reports of the repression of Muslims living in northwestern China have been leaking out for years in drips and drabs. Satellite photos picked up the construction of massive prison facilities in the Xinjiang province. The BBC was even invited into one of the “thought transformation
Fired Zimbabwe state doctors reject offer to return to work
Zimbabwe state doctors who were fired for going on strike have rejected a government offer to return to work, their union said on Friday. President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government, which responded to the job boycott by firing 448 doctors and pursuing disciplinary action against more than 1,000 others
Trump impeachment news – live: White House ‘engaged in unprecedented obstruction’, as officials admit they have no record of call president claims proves his innocence
Donald Trump’s White House has “engaged in unprecedented obstruction”, former acting solicitor general Neal Katyal has declared in a damning interview with MSNBC, as the White House admits it has no record of a key call between the president and EU ambassador Gordon Sondland that Republicans had hoped
U.S. planned to separate 26,000 migrant families in 2018
The estimate was revealed by a watchdog report, which also found the U.S. can't calculate how many families it separated due to unreliable data.
Sweden charges EU parliament member with sexual molestation
Prosecutors on Friday charged a Swedish member of the European Parliament with sexual molestation, a move challenged by the politician, Peter Lundgren of the anti-immigrant nationalist party the Sweden Democrats. The Prosecution Authority said in a statement the alleged incident took place in a hotel
'Why didn't She Call 100?' Telangana Minister Blames Victim in Gruesome Rape and Murder Case
"This is an unfortunate incident. But why didn't she call up 100? She was an educated woman," the minister said.
Pamela Anderson Writes to PM Modi, Know Here What She Wants to Convey
Anderson also highlighted that raising animals for dairy, meat, and eggs contribute to one-fifth of all human-induced greenhouse gas emissions.
Slovakia may force women to get pre-abortion ultrasound
LONDON (AP) — Lawmakers in Slovakia are scheduled to debate a proposed law Friday that would compel women seeking an abortion to first have an ultrasound and listen to the heartbeat of the embryo or fetus, a move many groups have decried as a backward step for women’s rights.The bill was submitted by three members of the conservative Slovak National Party, who wrote that it is intended “to ensure that women are informed about the current stage of their pregnancy” before having an abortion.It would oblige doctors to show a woman ultrasound images “about the development stage of the embryo or fetus whose development is to be terminated.
Why Criminal Arrests on the Mexican Border Have Fallen in 2019
Yes, it is true.
UK Election: Why Jeremy Corbyn Is Surging Against Boris Johnson
It's possible that Jeremy Corbyn could soon be prime minister. In no small measure, Boris Johnson has Donald Trump to thank for that.
Germany Denies Complete Ban on Hezbollah, Only the Bad Parts
US ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell demanded the German government ban Hezbollah completely.
Daily Mail owner buys rival the i for nearly £50m
Daily Mail and General Trust chairman Lord Rothermere said the publication was ‘highly respected’ and generating plenty of cash.
Boris Johnson wants ‘exuberant’ media after Channel 4 debate row
A Conservative source suggested the party may review Channel 4’s public service broadcasting position.
EU’s Tusk and Juncker bow out as new team prepare to move in
Charles Michel and Donald Tusk warmly hugged one another during the handover ceremony.
BET founder says 2020 election is Trump’s to lose
Robert Johnson, the founder of Black Entertainment Television, said in an interview Friday that he does not believe that there's a Democrat in the 2020 field today who can prevent President Trump from winning a second term.
Boris Johnson's Unearthed Columns Called Out For “Ignorant” & “Racist” Comments
Alongside being an MP and Prime Minister, Boris Johnson has had columns in a variety of newspapers and magazines, including The Telegraph and The Spectator. On more than one occasion both members of the public and his peers have criticised him for…
Teacher charged with murder in Embu
Kiamuringa Secondary School principal and three others are accused of killing a muguka farmer.
Japan ex-PM Nakasone who boosted ties with US dies at 101
Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone, an ardent conservative who worked to forge a stronger military alliance with the United States, died on Friday at the age of 101, an official at his son's office said.
Colombia protest leaders push Duque on dialogue
Protest leaders in Colombia on Thursday urged President Ivan Duque to include them in negotiations aimed at ending demonstrations that have rocked his right-wing government.
Maltese govt refuses immunity request in murder probe
The Maltese government has turned down a request from one of the island's richest men on for immunity in return for his cooperation in the investigation into a journalist's murder, after freeing a top official he was said to implicate.
Johnson wants 'exuberant' media after Channel 4 row
A Conservative source suggested the party may review Channel 4's public service broadcasting position after it replaced Mr Johnson with an ice sculpture when he refused to take part in a climate change debate.
Taliban say 'way too early' to speak of resuming talks with US
President Donald Trump statement indicated progress, though spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid's statement suggested roadblocks remain. "It is way too early to talk about the resumption of talks for now," the insurgent spokesman told AFP in a WhatsApp message, adding that the Islamist group would give an official reaction later.
Ram temple will bring peace, foster brotherhood: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Asked how he envisages the proposed Ram temple to be, Ravi Shankar said, "Which will bring peace in the country and establish brotherhood between both the communities. Work has started towards the realisation of the dream the country harboured for a long time of having a grand Ram temple."
India's apparel exports to EU face a duty disadvantage: Smriti Irani
India's exports of textile and apparel sector (including handicrafts) have increased from USD 39.3 billion (around Rs ) in 2017-18 to USD 40.4 billion in 2018-19," Irani said in a written reply to the Lok Sabha.
Government initiates dialogue with ASEAN members for review of FTA: Piyush Goyal
"We have already initiated dialogue with ASEAN countries and I am happy to share with the House that ASEAN has agreed for a review of the FTA. We will take up various issues in the review and then we will report to the House," he told the House. He also said the Coffee Board is trying to develop an Indian brand of coffee .
Watch - house stuffed full of duty free after man pinched £15,000 worth to flog on eBay
The man's home was described as 'unlivable' after an astonishing amount of stolen items were found
Thai court fines Philip Morris $39.7 million for tax evasion
BANGKOK (AP) - A court in Thailand on Friday found the local unit of tobacco giant Philip Morris guilty of evading taxes by under-declaring the value of cigarettes it imported from the Philippines. It ordered the company to pay a fine of 1.2 billion baht ($39.7 million).
Kerala woman judge heckled by lawyers for cancelling bail of accused
The Thiruvananthapuram Bar Association has dismissed the allegations.
Criminal candidates: 44 of 260 in J'khand polls face serious offences including rape
According to the ADR report, 46 (18 per cent) candidates contesting in the second phrase are crorepatis.
Siddaramaiah, Kumaraswamy booked for sedition over protest against I-T raids
A city court recently directed the commercial street police registered cases under various sections of IPC.
Italy's ‘Sardines’ movement threatens Salvini’s dominance
ROME — In Italy’s polarized political landscape, a grassroots group calling itself “Sardines” is putting the squeeze on right-wing populist Matteo Salvini.
Police detain BNP leader ABM Mosharraf
Police have detained BNP leader ABM Mosharraf Hossain without giving any reason for the arrest.
I-Team: Air Force reservist fighting to get unused PTO paid out
DAYTON — A local Air Force reservist is facing a fight based on principle here at home.
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit
Boris Johnson has promised to scrap EU state aid rules after Brexit in order to stop UK businesses from collapsing.
Trump’s visit to Afghanistan was so secret the White House sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from his account to avoid questions about why he didn’t post for 13 hours
Trump administration staffers sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from President Donald Trump’s Twitter account to avoid suspicion that his account was silent as he made a secret trip to visit US troops in Afghanistan.
Fired Zimbabwe state doctors reject offer to return to work
HARARE (Reuters) - Zimbabwe state doctors who were fired for going on strike have rejected a government offer to return to work, their union said on Friday.
UK PM Johnson says UK will leave EU by January 31 at the latest
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday that Britain would leave the European Union by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party win a majority in the election in two weeks time.
I'm not going to say how many children I have: UK PM Johnson
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday he would not say how many children he had, saying that he would not “put them on the pitch” ahead of the Dec. 12 election.
Turkey treats migrants beaten by Greek troops
Turkey takes care of the refugees mistreated by Greece by going against the international law, beating and pushing back the migrants
Bolivia's interim govt redraws foreign policy after Morales
Bolivia's interim government on Thursday announced that it would renew diplomatic relations with Israel after they were cut off around ten years ago, as...
Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray takes over as CM, ruling alliance to face floor test tomorrow
Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari has appointed NCP MLA Dilip Walse Patil the interim Speaker for the trust vote.
Three fatalities on Mayo roads so far this year
THREE deaths have occurred as a result of accidents on Mayo roads so far this year.
Some Nursing Homes Illegally Evict Residents Who Can't Afford to Pay
When Jamie Moore arrived home on a Thursday evening in March, she was surprised to find her mother-in-law in her living room. Glenda Moore, 67, had been sitting in her wheelchair for hours.
Iraq PM announces resignation after call from top Shiite cleric, Friday's death toll rises
ANKARA: Former Turkish prime minister Ahmet Davutoglu, who was once President Tayyip Erdogan’s closest ally but who broke away from the ruling AK Party in September, will form a new party within weeks, a source close to the matter said on Friday. Davutoglu, 60, served as prime minister between 2014 and 2016 before falling out with Erdogan. This year, he slammed the president
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi to name alliance General Secretary in days
Mubasher: Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi on Friday said that it will name a general secretary in the upcoming days as a first step towards boosting the operational efficiency.
Prime minister makes cut-throat gesture in middle of LBC interview
Viewers wondered if he'd forgotten he was on camera.
Doctors told to 're-implant ectopic pregnancy' or face 'abortion murder' charge
An extreme anti-abortion bill orders doctors to do the impossible or face life in prison.
Boris would have been as useful as a melting ice sculpture at the climate debate
CAROLINE LUCAS: Boris Johnson accuses MPs of dither and delay over Brexit - that is precisely his approach to the climate crisis.
Sasol scores ‘own goal’ as climate pressure mounts in SA
Company could face legal challenges if it continues to refuse votes on the issue.
ESCWA Committee on Women
Qatar participated in the 9th session of the Committee on Women of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), which was held in Amman, Jordan with a delegation representing the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and the Administrative Development, Labour and Social Affairs.
Shura Council Speaker: Qatar views Africa a promising continent
Speaker of the Shura Council, H E Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Zaid Al Mahmoud, has underlined the interest of the State of Qatar under the leadership of Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to deepen partnerships and open new horizons for relations with brotherly and friendly countries and regional and international groupings, particularly African countries and organisations to build solid strategic relations based on the principle of constructive cooperation to serve common interests.
What is a hung parliament? What happens when no party wins an election majority?
The UK is heading to the polls on Dec 12, 2019 but, there is a chance that the results could end up with a hung parliament.
What is the Fixed-term Parliaments Act?
Following three failed attempts by the Government to force an early election using the Fixed-term Parliaments Act, on Oct 29 Parliament voted in support of a Dec 12 general election.
'If children's hospices like this one didn't exist, I don't know how we'd cope'
"It’s been an emotional day, but a joyful day,” reflects Tamara Taylor, the 115-times capped England Women’s Rugby World Cup winner.
Is Jo Swinson's election campaign punching below its weight?
Lib Dem leader’s ratings have slipped just three weeks after she aimed straight for No 10
Democrats are running into Trump's economic buzzsaw
If you're a president who promised to make America great again, and the unemployment rate falls to its lowest level since the early 1950s, it looks like you're making American great again
After taking over as CM, Thackeray stays Metro carshed work in Aarey Colony
Thackeray clarified that he had not stayed the work of the Mumbai metro rail project itself
1984 anti-Sikh riots: Probe complete, Centre seeks SC nod to disband SIT
The SIT was set up by the apex court on January 11 last year to supervise further investigation into 186 riots cases, in which closure reports were filed earlier
Armed police called to Newcastle's West End after officer is assaulted
A large-scale response was spotted on Grainger Park Road following the assault of an officer on Thursday evening
Boris Johnson says he's 'made of Greggs' but doesn't have a clue how much a sausage roll costs
The Tory leader boasted that he is 'made out of Greggs' during a telephone interview ahead of the general election
Tory general election candidate claims food bank users need to 'get better at handling money'
Hexham parliamentary candidate Guy Opperman's claims have sparked outrage
Eshwarappa calls Siddaramaiah 'mad' for eyeing CM post
He also challenged Siddaramaiah to step down as leader of the opposition in Assembly if BJP wins at least eight seats in the byelections.
SC notice to Rajeev Kumar on CBI plea challenging bail
Supreme court issued a notice to IPS officer Rajeev Kumar on CBI's appeal challenging the anticipatory bail.
Want to take ties with India to high levels: Rajapaksa
New Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants to take his country's relationship with India to a very high level.
SC notice to IPS officer Kumar challenging his bail
Supreme court issued a notice to IPS officer Rajeev Kumar on CBI's appeal challenging the anticipatory bail.
Nothing for free in 2020, not even masturbation – Juliet Ibrahim warns
It Is that time of the year where people seem to reminisce on the year 2019 and make preparation ahead of the new year, 2020. Popular Ghanaian actress, Juliet Ibrahim, is not left out as she
DDCA Chief Rajat Sharma's Resignation Accepted, Decision Soon On BCCI AGM
DDCA President Rajat Sharma has once again resigned from his position and Ombudsman Justice (retd) Badar Durrez Ahmed has accepted the same.
Father jailed for murdering six-week-old son
A father who murdered his six-week-old son has been jailed for life. Lee Vernon inflicted fatal head injuries on baby McKenzie Ellis in Broadstairs, Kent, and was sentenced to life in prison on Friday, Kent Police said. Vernon, 21 and of no fixed address, was found guilty of murder and two counts of grievous bodily harm following a trial at Maidstone Crown Court in October 2019. He was sentenced at the same court on Friday and will serve a minimum term of 16 years. Baby McKenzie died at a London hospital in July last year.
Fact: Both Presidential Front-Runners Have Previously Called for Cuts to Social Security
Cutting Social Security benefits isn't too popular with the public, but some level of outlay reductions may be necessary to strengthen the program.
Learn life skills and become a firefighter with new cadet scheme in Tiverton
Tiverton Fire Station is encouraging budding young firefighters aged 12-17 to join their new term of sessions
Rethink needed over Culm Garden Village name to build links with Cullompton
The Culm Garden Village will provide up to 5,000 new homes in the west of Cullompton across M5 Motorway
CSO figures reveal renters more likely than homeowners to be in 'consistent poverty'
Renters were found to be more likely to be notably suffering financially as a result of moving out.
62% people in Tamil Nadu paid bribe to get work done: Survey
As per an India Corruption Survey which was carried out by Transparency International India and Local Circles this year, 62% of the people surveyed from Tamil Nadu admitted that they had resorted to bribery to get their work done.
UNEP’s Emissions Gap Report warns: ‘Very hard to meet 1.5 degree goal without deeper, faster cuts’
This is from the recently published United Nations Gap Emissions Report 2019 that presents a grim assessment on the yawning gap between 'what countries have committed and what they actually require to do to limit greenhouse gas targets'.
Man held with bullet at Delhi Metro station
Saurabh Kumar, hailing from Mainpuri district of Uttar Pradesh, was apprehended by Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel at the Badarpur metro station on Thursday evening
Maharashtra episode will have bearing on Jharkhand polls, Cong will form govt: Gourav Vallabh
Denouncing BJP's claim of winning "65 seats" in Jharkhand, Vallabh reminded people of BJP's similar claims in Haryana and Maharashtra.
India offers funds to Sri Lanka in bid to outdo China
NEW DELHI, Nov 29 — India, anxious to counter China’s influence in the region, today offered hundreds of millions of dollars in aid to Sri Lanka as the island’s new president made his maiden overseas trip in New Delhi. Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s visit to India just 12 days after he became...
Afghan President: Defeating al-Baghdadi More Significant than Bin-Laden
Ashraf Ghani told Americans on Thursday that Donald Trump defeating the Islamic State Founder Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was very significant.
Claim: Germany Preparing to Ban Terrorist Hezbollah Entirely
German media has claimed that the German government is looking to completely ban the Islamist terror group Hezbollah as early as next week.
U.N. Summit to Hear Call for Rich Nations to Pay 'Climate' Reparations
Officials at the United Nations COP25 climate change conference in Madrid next week will consider new taxes on developed countries.
CAN kicks against social media, hate speech bills
Adelani Adepegba, Abuja The Christian Association of Nigeria has kicked against the proposed social media and hate speech bills, describing them as ploys to gag Nigerians. The CAN President, ...
BREAKING: Appeal Court affirms Lalong’s victory
James Abraham, Jos The Court of Appeal, Jos Division on Friday affirmed the victory of Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State after dismissing the appeal filed by the Peoples Democratic Party go...
BREAKING: Court orders reinstatement of sacked FUOYE lecturer
Abiodun Nejo, Ado Ekiti The National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, has ordered the immediate reinstatement of a lecturer of Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Pro...
BREAKING: Appeal Court dismisses APC’s appeal, affirms Bauchi governor’s election
ARMSTRONG BAKAM, Bauchi The Court of Appeal, Jos Division, on Friday, has affirmed the victory of Governor Bala Mohammed and dismissed the All Progressives Congress and its candidate, former Gov...
Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31, says UK PM Johnson
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by January 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a majority in the election in two weeks time. “If w...
Ocasio-Cortez knocks Buttigieg: He has adopted a 'GOP talking point' on education
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) knocked Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg for using what she called a “GOP talking point” to take aim at proposals for tuition-free public college.
History behind Anwar-Hadi feud
SERIES of events between 1999 and 2013 had led to the deterioration of trust between PKR and Pas, with the desertion of DAP, in a loose tripartite alliance (Barisan Alternatif) to improve its chances in the Sarawak election in 2001, being the straw that broke the camel’s back.
Bushiri’s fraud case transferred to High Court for trial
The fraud case against Enlightened Christian Gathering Church leader Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary has been transferred to the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria for trial.
Pete Mihalik murder: Accused struggle to find lawyers for high court trial
It has been a struggle to secure lawyers willing to represent two of the men accused of a suspected hit on Cape Town advocate Pete Mihalik, the Western Cape High Court has heard.
Oldest living American dies at age 114
Alelia Murphy passed away Saturday at the age of 114.
Bauchi: Appeal Court dismisses ex-governor Abubakar’s bid to quash election
The Court of Appeal sitting in Jos, Plateau State, on Friday dismissed the appeal filed by former Bauchi State governor, Mohammed Abubakar,
Okowa to Revenue Board: Carry out reforms to enhance revenue generation
Delta Governor, Senator (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa, has charged the state’s Board of Internal Revenue to carry out reforms that would enhance revenuet.
Appeal Court victory a validation of people’s will — Gov. Lalong
Lalong in a statement on Friday by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Dr. Simon Macham said that the affirmation of his victory was yet another...
Abiodun visits rainstorms victims, promises succour
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has visited the people of Ibefun in Odogbolu Local Government Area, who were affected by a rainstorm
Vice-president Iliana Iotova Discussed the Fight against the Trampling on Human Rights with the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights
The talks between Vice-president Iliana Iotova and the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights Dunja Mijatovic, held at 2 Dondukov street, focused on the loss of human rights people have stood up for decades on end. “I am observing a paradox – the more structures defending human rights are established, the more problems they face.
READERS’ LETTERS: Untrue to say Royal Navy warships will be built in an independent Scotland
Sir, – In a recent interview Nicola Sturgeon blithely stated that, in the event of Scotland becoming independent of the rest of the UK, warship building for the Royal Navy would continue to be undertaken on the Clyde and at Rosyth.
Donohoe responds to corporation tax warnings
Ireland will have to prepare for a fall in lucrative corporation taxes in the coming years, the Finance Minister admits.
UK PM Johnson: Will keep no-deal Brexit preparations in a state of readiness
While responding to a question from a reporter about dropping no-deal Brexit preparations, "Many of those preparations will be extremely valuable as w
‘Elected representatives should lead Afghanistan peace settlement’: India
India has issued a note of caution for the United States peace efforts in Afghanistan with the Taliban saying that the elected representatives should be the
In pictures: Trump's unannounced maiden visit to Afghanistan as US president
Before taking the secret flight to Afghanistan, Trump had been expected to spend Thanksgiving in Florida.
The Year of Return of Military Parades and its Six Dimensions on International Affairs
The year 2019 witnessed impressive military parades of the US and other regional powers. US President Donald Trump had floated the idea of having a parade in the USA in 2018 (10 November) to honour the veterans. He had been impressed by the July 2017 Bastille Day Military Parade in Paris which he witnessed during […]
Prosecutor asks French court to clear cardinal over sex abuse cover-up
A French prosecutor asked an appeals court on Friday to quash Cardinal Philippe Barbarin's conviction for failing to report sex abuse by a priest, eight months after a verdict that rocked the French Catholic Church.
EU to be more 'assertive' says new chief Michel
Europe will become more
India offers funds to Sri Lanka in bid to outdo China
India, anxious to counter China's influence in the region, on Friday offered hundreds of millions of dollars in aid to Sri Lanka as the island's new president made his maiden overseas trip in New Delhi.
Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut hints at another 'miracle' in Goa
Sanjay Raut said at least four MLAs, including those with Goa Forward Party President Vijay Sardesai are in contact with Shiv Sena.
ForMin Aurescu welcomes Ambassador Klemm on his farewell visit, reiterates interest in Visa Waiver
Foreign Affairs Minister Bogdan Aurescu has welcomed at the Foreign Affairs Ministry (MAE) headquarters, on Friday, Ambassador of the U.S....
PSD decries PNL's social experiments with establishing minimum wage
The Social Democratic Party ( PSD ) argues that the calculation model proposed by National Liberal Party (PNL) for establishing the minimum...
Another Jolt To RCEP? Japan Not To Sign The Multi-Nation Regional Trade Deal If India Doesn’t Join
“All we are thinking of is negotiations including India,” the Japanese Trade Minister added.
Be unshaken in your Christian faith – Parish Priest
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Concerned group wants Forestry Commission to help stem illegal logging
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What Racial Discrimination Will Look Like in 2060
As biracial people become increasingly common in America, bias based on perceived rather than actual identity will too
Trump thanks troops on Afghan visit, says Taliban want deal
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan — President Donald Trump paid a surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan, where he announced the U.S. and the Taliban have been engaged in ongoing peace talks and said he believes the Taliban want a cease-fire.
Azmin Ali is Mahathir’s trojan horse, says a blogger
Azmin Ali is Mahathir’s trojan horse, says a blogger
Panguru wins new colour coded recycling bins
Te Kura Taumata o Panguru School has today been awarded a set of colour coded recycling and rubbish bins as winners of a national competition to help communities around Aotearoea combat litter and increase recycling.
UK PM Johnson says Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a majority...
SSPCA in plea to find homes for fun-filled ferrets who've been in long-term care
Animal welfare experts are desperate to find new owners for Dec, Brian and Ozzy.
Trump Makes Surprise Visit To Afghanistan, Meets Country’s President
U.S. President Donald Trump paid a surprise visit to Afghanistan on Thursday evening, meeting with his Afghan counterpart Mohammad Ashraf Ghani and spending Thanksgiving with U.S. troops stationed in the country, Concise News reports.
Kingship Tussle: Supreme Court Removes Prominent Oyo Monarch
A first-class monarch in Oyo State, the Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Samuel Adegbola, has been removed by the Supreme Court on Friday.
Court Finds South African Police Officer Guilty Of Killing Nigerian
A South African police constable, Austin Luciano Reynold, was on Friday found guilty for the 2018 murder of a Nigerian Ebuka Okoli in Durban, Kwa Zulu Natal.
Latest Kogi State News Today Ahead Dino Melaye Vs Smart Adeyemi Decisive Battle
Good day, and welcome to the Concise News compilation of the latest Kogi State news online headlines for today, November 29th 2019.
What PSC Said About Controversial Appointment Of Police Commissioners
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has explained that it is not in conflict with the Nigerian Police over policy formulated in line with constitutional provision guiding its appointments.
Politics And The Markets 11/29/19
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Council urged to ‘explore every option’ to improve Ardee street
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Publisher says he’s hearing interest in non-profit turn
NEW YORK — The publisher of the nation’s first daily newspaper to be granted non-profit status says he’s since heard from a “few dozen” lawyers and news executives curious about whether the Salt Lake Tribune’s approach could work elsewhere. Tribune publisher Paul Huntsman learned earlier this month that the Internal Revenue Service had approved the …
Qaim Ali Shah moves IHC for pre-arrest bail
Qaim Ali Shah moves IHC for pre-arrest bail.
Indian special forces abducting Kashmiri children: Fakhar Imam
Indian special forces abducting Kashmiri children: Fakhar Imam
Imran Khan showing anger after getting embarrassed: Marriyum Aurangzeb
Imran Khan showing anger after getting embarrassed: Marriyum Aurangzeb.
Thousands Rally In Kabul To Condemn Electoral 'Fraud'
Thousands of supporters of Afghan Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah have marched in Kabul in a rally the organizers said was aimed at condemning and preventing electoral fraud.
Hungarian police find tunnels used by migrants to cross border
Police said they discovered both tunnels not long after their construction was completed and filled both of them up again.
‘Tens of thousands’ of children skip school for climate strike protest
The international movement, Fridays For Future, was started by teenage activist Greta Thunberg.
Father jailed for murdering six-week-old son
Lee Vernon inflicted fatal head injuries on baby McKenzie Ellis in Broadstairs.
West K apartment evacuated
A catastrophe was narrowly avoided at a West Kelowna apartment building Friday morning.
Malta finance minister faces money-laundering probe
Malta's finance minister, Edward Scicluna, is to face a criminal inquiry on his role in the sale of three Maltese hospitals, a local magistrate has ruled. The affair comes after other senior government figures recently resigned over alleged links to the m...
Isko’s men nab fake ID makers
SIX persons -- five men and one woman -- engaging in the manufacturing and selling of fake identification cards for senior citizens and persons with disabiliies (PWDs) were presented to the media by Mayor Isko Moreno following their arrest by the Manila Police District- Special Mayor’s Reaction Team (SMART).
Duterte searches for honest PNP chief
Duterte said he is still having trouble choosing who he will put at the helm of the agency. Its top position was left open after PDGen Oscar Albayalde relinquished his post. Albayalde was accused during a Senate investigation of blocking the dismissal of 13 policemen involved in an irregular drug raid in Pampanga during his stint as provincial police chief in 2013. Albayalde has professed innocence.
Iraq's prime minister says he will submit his official resignation to Parliament following day of...
BAGHDAD (AP) - Iraq's prime minister says he will submit his official resignation to Parliament following day of bloodshed .
Slovakia may force women to get pre-abortion ultrasound
LONDON (AP) - Lawmakers in Slovakia are scheduled to debate a proposed law Friday that would compel women seeking an abortion to first have an ultrasound and listen to the heartbeat of the embryo or fetus, a move many groups have decried as a backward step for women's rights.
Nationwide Christmas tree shortage looming
It may be Thanksgiving, but savvy shoppers are already planning their Christmas tree shopping with a nationwide shortage looming.
Publisher says he's hearing interest in nonprofit turn
NEW YORK (AP) - The publisher of the nation's first daily newspaper to be granted nonprofit status says he's since heard from a few dozen lawyers and news executives curious about whether the Salt Lake Tribune's approach could work elsewhere.
VP Mike Pence makes surprise Thanksgiving visit to Marines at Air Station Beaufort
He and Second Lady Karen Pence served Marines, Sailors, and civilians a Thanksgiving meal.
Plans for 150-bed homeless hostel on Dublin's Aungier Street shelved following local opposition
Peter McVerry Trust planned to open the hostel in Dublin 2 in January.
Concerns that thousands spent on Jobseekers forced to do JobPath programme for a fourth time
The two private companies operating JobPath have been paid €207m.
India's GDP Growth Drops To 4.5%, Lowest In 26 Quarters
The data comes two days after Nirmala Sitharam on Wednesday quelled fears about the Indian economy going into recession.
Publisher says he’s hearing interest in non-profit turn
NEW YORK - Utah’s Salt Lake Tribune is taking an intriguing approach toward survival by successfully petitioning the IRS to let it become a non-profit. That
It’s not elementary, my dear social media
To all the overnight Sherlocks who bloomed gloriously online over the last month…
Loan fraud case: two former bank officials, seven borrowers jailed
Convicted duped the bank to the tune of ₹43.21 lakh: CBI
Three activists in Erode taken into custody and later released
The activists had planned to stage protests condemning the death of IIT Madras student Fathima Latheef
Eat At Trivandrum launches website and loyalty programme
The group, launched in 2015, invites members to write in or record food reviews
Election of Telangana’s Utnoor ZPTC member declared null and void
Panchayat Raj Election Tribunal finds she had three children after cut off date
Single dad adopts baby with Down's syndrome after she was rejected by 20 families
'When I first held her in my arms, I was overcome with joy'
Woman who is 4ft tall and can't put rubbish in bin faces court action as a result
Tia Goldsmith has been fined for not recycling her cardboard and could face prosecution
Dad who murdered newborn son by shaking him so hard he broke 28 bones jailed for life
Lee Vernon inflicted fatal head injuries on baby McKenzie Ellis in Broadstairs, Kent, then phoned emergency services to report his son was unconscious but claimed he didn't know why
Woman suspected of spying for Ukraine detained in occupied Sevastopol – Russian media
The woman had been "purposefully collecting" military secrets, according to the FSB.
Michael Bloomberg: the magnate shaking up the 2020 election
Money on top of his success as New York’s mayor make a formidable candidate despite a late start
The battle for the Brexit-backing north
Will Britain’s election be decided in the Labour heartlands? Matthew Engel reports
Russia Should Fear What France Will Do to Protect Its Satellites
Space lasers are not off the table.
DDCA Ombudsman Accepts Rajat Sharma's Resignation
After almost two weeks, the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) ombudsman has accepted Rajat Sharma's resignation as DDCA president.
Maldives ex-President Yameen Sentenced to 5 Years Prison Over Money Laundering Charges
Yameen has been accused of receiving US $1 million of government money through a private company as part of a deal to lease a number of tropical islands for hotel development.
Hong Kong protesters seek British support; campus siege ends
HONG KONG (AP) — Hundreds of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists rallied Friday outside the British Consulate, urging the city’s former colonial ruler to emulate the U.S. and take concrete actions to support their cause, as police ended a blockade of a university campus after 12 days.Waving British flags, the activists urged Britain to ensure that Hong Kong political dissidents do not suffer the same fate as Simon Cheng, a former British Consulate employee in the city who says he was detained and tortured by Chinese secret police.The rally came a day after U.S. President Donald Trump signed into law two bills to support democracy and human rights in the semi-autonomous Chinese territory.“The U.K.
Will Britain Lease Its New Aircraft Carriers to the U.S. Navy?
To offset a shrinking defense budget, the British military is considering whether to lease a carrier to the Americans, according to British media. The instigator of the scheme? The British Army,
The Northrop YF-23 Stealth Fighter: The Killer Jet the Air Force Said No To
The F-22 made it obsolete.
What if a Progressive President Cut U.S. Defense Spending Dramatically?
What would the United States need to do to significantly cut its defense budget? The question is complicated, and the answers are difficult.
Report: Knesset Speaker Edelstein Preparing to Run for Likud Leadership
Edelstein has recently also launched an initiative aimed at preventing third elections.
In test of 'fake news' laws, Singapore tells Facebook to correct user's post
The government issued the order after a post containing accusations about the arrest of a supposed whistleblower and election rigging.
Turkey is a leading NATO member. It’s time this commitment was recognised, not criticised ǀ View
The 70th anniversary of NATO follows both President Emmanuel Macron’s recent comments about the Alliance suffering from a “brain death” and the legacy of last year’s summit, during which tensions were high and questions swirled about NATO’s longevity and utility.
£10,000 cost for Walsall Council as 50 drain covers stolen in 24 hours
More than 50 drain covers have been stolen across Walsall in 24 hours – costing the council £10,000.
Father jailed for murdering six-week-old son
Lee Vernon inflicted fatal head injuries on baby McKenzie Ellis in Broadstairs.
Boris Johnson urges Brexit backers to vote Tory or risk staying in EU
He vowed to bring his EU Withdrawal Agreement back before Parliament before Christmas if he wins a majority on December 12.
Natural burial ground set to host one service a day as plans approved
Controversial plans to allow a natural burial ground in Walsall to increases services to one a day have been approved.
'Prominent' Wolverhampton gang member locked up
A "prominent gang member" from Wolverhampton has been locked up after ignoring a court order banning him from part of the city.
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over a 2 billion dollars arms deal.
EU to be more 'assertive' says new chief Michel
Europe will become more "assertive" on the world stage, the new head of the European Council, Charles Michel, has vowed as he took over from Donald Tusk.
Taoiseach calls for more ethnic diversity among gardaí
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has called for greater ethnic diversity in An Garda Síochána.
Uddhav Thackeray announces stay on Aarey metro car shed construction
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray announced stay on construction of metro car shed project in Mumbai's green lung Aarey Colony. He, however, clarified that he had not stayed the work of the Mumbai metro rail project itself.
Need to change people's perception about police: Amit Shah
"When we are sitting here and talking about narcotics control, smuggling, terrorism, Naxalism, fake currency and routine law and order, perhaps we do not know that the success that we are looking at has been at the cost of sacrifice of more than 35,000 jawans," he said.
The nasty side of Boris Johnson as he makes throat slitting gesture during interview
The Prime Minister was trying to kill a line of questioning but didn't realise he was being filmed during radio interview
Iraq's prime minister says he will submit his official resignation to Parliament following day of...
BAGHDAD (AP) - Iraq's prime minister says he will submit his official resignation to Parliament following day of bloodshed .
Slovakia may force women to get pre-abortion ultrasound
LONDON (AP) - Lawmakers in Slovakia are scheduled to debate a proposed law Friday that would compel women seeking an abortion to first have an ultrasound and listen to the heartbeat of the embryo or fetus, a move many groups have decried as a backward step for women's rights.
Publisher says he's hearing interest in nonprofit turn
NEW YORK (AP) - The publisher of the nation's first daily newspaper to be granted nonprofit status says he's since heard from a "few dozen" lawyers and news executives curious about whether the Salt Lake Tribune's approach could work elsewhere.
With typhoon ‘Tisoy’ approaching, Legazpi bishop calls on faithful to pray for Bicol
Amid the possibility of a typhoon hitting the Bicol region, Legazpi Bishop Joel Baylon has called for prayers.
CHR recognizes role of women human rights defenders in nation-building
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Friday has urgently called for the imposition of more stringent measures to further promote women’s rights and recognize their invaluable contribution in nation-building in yesterday’s celebration of the International Women’s Human Rights Defenders Day.
Former Maguindanao town mayor acquitted of perjury charges
Former Datu Odin Sinsuat (DOS) Mayor Lester Seismundo Sinsuat of Maguindanao has been cleared by the Sandiganbayan Fifth Division of perjury charges due to the reportedly false declarations made in his Statement of Assets Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN) for the years 2011 and 2012.
Supriya Sule 'rightful heir' to Sharad Pawar's 'great' legacy, says Milind Deora
The former Union minister said he shared Sule's belief that social work and policy change are the paths to political empowerment.
Stand by my statement terming Pragya Thakur 'terrorist': Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi also claimed that Thakur believed in violence, the way Nathuram Godse did.
'Ready to go to jail, no problem,' says Shivakumar on I-T case against him
On March 28, Shivakumar held a protest opposing the raids on JD(S) and Congress leaders.
Why Scott Morrison’s phone call to a police chief matters
It’s time we took a civics lesson and ask some serious questions about the Prime Minister's actions this week.
Reports: President Trump’s ‘No Quid Pro Quo’ Call With Sondland Never Happened
Following weeks of compounding evidence and testimony implying that President Donald Trump made congressionally-approved aid to Ukraine contingent on a politically advantageous investigation, the President and his GOP supporters’ primary defense has been an alleged Sept. 9th phone call during which the President told E.U. Ambassador Gordon Sondland he wanted “no quid pro quo.” But a Friday report by JustSecurity, supported by a Wednesday report from the Washington Post, appear to show that no such call ever took place.
Sod turned on two Kerry greenways
Funding of €6.5 million for the cycleways is being supplemented by an increase in the local property tax.
2020 race now caught in deep freeze
Thanksgiving is over! Christmas is 26 days away!
UK Conservatives' lead over Labour narrows to eight points: Panelbase poll
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Conservative Party has seen its lead over the opposition Labour Party narrow to eight points from 10 a week ago, according to a poll by Panelbase, the latest of several polls to show a slight tightening of the race.
UK's Johnson says will keep no-deal Brexit preparations in place
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday he wanted to keep in place preparations the government has made for the possibility of a no-deal Brexit.
Malta frees businessman held in journalist murder case
(Reuters) - Malta freed the businessman at the centre of the investigation into the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia on police bail on Friday, and police sources said he would continue to be closely monitored to ensure he does not flee.
Queen is beyond reproach and distinct from royal family, UK PM Johnson says
LONDON (Reuters) - Queen Elizabeth is beyond reproach but there is a distinction between the monarchy and the rest of the royal family, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday when asked if the monarchy was beyond reproach after the scandal involving Prince Andrew.
Turkish, UN officials discuss repatriation of Syrian refugees in Ankara
A Turkish government delegation met with representatives of the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in the capital Ankara to discuss the voluntary...
Police bust fascist neo-Nazi group in Italy
A Sicily-based countrywide raid by the Italian police led to the arrest of 19 suspects on Thursday, which are believed to be part of the National Italian...
Godse remarks: Congress MLA from MP threatens to burn alive Pragya Thakur, apologises later
Govardhan Dangi later claimed that he meant the people of Rajgarh district will boycott her.
Cricket: DDCA ombudsman approves Rajat Sharma’s resignation as president
Sharma’s resignation was stayed by DDCA ombudsman Ahmed but has finally been accepted on Friday after a fresh request.
PIB sets up fact-checking unit to tackle spread of fake news related to government
The government urged the public to send across any information that they wanted verified.
The Curious Case Of Demolition And Restoration Of Guru Ravidas Temple
In its initial years, the judiciary undertook a very principled interference with the decisions taken by the legislature or the executive. Due to failures of successive governments, and more...
Breakaway former Turkish PM to form new party within weeks
BAGHDAD: Iraq's embattled premier announced Friday he would resign in keeping with the wishes of the country's top cleric, as renewed violence added to a soaring death toll in two months of anti-government protests. Adel Abdel Mahdi's written statement was greeted with cheers and blaring music across Baghdad's iconic Tahrir Square, where demonstrators have massed since early
Rare glimpse inside derelict 300-year-old building that's up for sale
The building could be brought back into use
US Military Presence at Syria's Oil Fields Escalates Situation in Country - Russian Deputy FM
The day before, Syrian state television reported that US forces mustered dozens of military vehicles near oil fields in the Rumeilan region of Al-Hasakah province in Syria's northeast.
When is Christmas Jumper Day 2019?
Make the world a better place, one festive knit at a time.
Boris Johnson's dad says the general public is 'illiterate'
Stanley Johnson was defending his son against accusations he was a 'liar'.
Man told he can't stand as Santa in election because voters would be 'confused'
'Lord Buckethead and Count Binface are allowed to stand, so why not Santa Claus?'
Arlene Dickinson's new book tackles the difficult art of reinvention
Of the many conclusions Arlene Dickinson shares in her book, Reinvention: Changing Your Life, Your Career, Your Future, the most surprising may be the one she came to after taking a hard look at he…
Neil Pasricha's new book shows how wrestling with failure can make you 'awesome'
For an author who has made a career out of writing about awesomeness, positivity, happiness and the need to embrace the simple pleasures in life, Neil Pasricha’s starting point for his latest…
Fadnavis Makes Conspiracy Allegation On CM Uddhav's First Cabinet Meet
Maharashtra's Ex-Chief Minister and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Friday levelled allegations at the newly formed 'Maha Vikas Aghadi' government in the State
Kerala Judicial Officers Seeks High Court Interference Against Protesting Lawyers In Court
Judicial officers sought Kerala High Court's interference, requesting appropriate action against some of the office-bearers protesting against the magistrate
Boris Johnson Skips Climate Change Debate, Replaced By Melting Ice Sculpture
Boris Johnson declined to attend the debate on climate change on Channel, the broadcasting regulator decided to replace the spot with a melting ice sculpture.
Trump announces new peace talks in surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan
President Trump made a surprise visit to Afghanistan on Thursday to spend part of Thanksgiving with U.S. troops, AP reports. During the visit, Trump's first to Afghanistan, he announced that the U.S. and the Taliban have reopened peace talks. He said he believes the Taliban want a truce in America's longest war. "We're meeting with them," Trump said. "And we're saying it has to be a ceasefire." Trump had cut off talks with the Taliban in September and canceled a secret meeting between Taliban and Afghan leaders after a flurry of violence. During Trump's 3 1/2 hours at Bagram Air Field, Trump also served turkey to U.S. soldiers, who cheered him when he entered the dining hall. About 12,000 American troops remain in Afghanistan. Harold Maass
Internal security big challenge before $5 trn economy target: Amit Shah
Shah exhorted the police forces to take proactive steps towards improving their image among the public through behavioural and professional changes
India accounted for 22% of all visa-related searches to US in 2018: Survey
Overall, the top 10 countries accounted for nearly 56.5 per cent of all foreign visa-related searches in 2018, the report added
SC to hear plea against Pragya Thakur's bail in Malegaon case after 2 weeks
Thakur, now a sitting BJP MP, was granted bail on April 25, 2017 by the high court which said "no prima facie" case was made out against her in the case
Oldest living American dies at age 114
The Gerontology Research Group said Alelia Murphy was 114 years, 140 days old when she died.
President Cyril Ramaphosa signs Khoi-San act into law | IOL News
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Traditional and Khoi-San Leadership Act into law, his office confirmed.
If I've hurt anyone with my comments, I'm sorry: Pragya
The Bhopal MP also said she was dubbed as a terrorist despite being acquitted by a court.
This election gives us the impossible choice, writes Robert Peston
How do you weigh a once-in-a-generation transfer of power from private sector to public sector and from capital to labour, against an irreversible rupture with the European Union? That is the choice being offered to voters, by Labour and the Tories respectively. Talk about chalk and cheese, or bicycles versus fish. How on earth do you decide, if you haven't made up your mind already, which you like best? You could argue that the desire among some voters to squeeze the private sector's pips till they squeak and those that want to take a chainsaw to the UK's ties with the EU - with only a relatively small group apparently wanting both - stem from similar social and economic causes. Namely that the way we've run this place has eroded the living standards, security and a sense of being heard for millions of people, especially those outside the big metropolises, as well as among the young.
Buhari’s third term: APC to expel member calling for Constitutional amendment
APC has promised to expel a ‘self-proclaimed’ party member, Charles Enya who called for a constitutional amendment to enable Nigeria Buhari
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Politics
Scott Morrison: “Cunning. A little Machiavellian. And not to be underestimated." Plus: Jacqui Lambie and Philip Lowe.
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Foreign affairs
eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant: "There is a global rethink going on about how to civilise the internet, and Inman Grant is a worldwide pioneer.” Plus: Joe Hockey and Andrew Hastie.
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Business
The corporate heavyweights speaking up on social issues: Atlassian boss Mike Cannon-Brookes, Qantas head Alan Joyce and retiring BHP CEO Andrew Mackenzie. Plus: our whistleblowers, and Melanie Perkins.
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Health
Joe Ibrahim: the geriatric medicine specialist exposing the "astonishing" truth behind some nursing-home deaths. Plus: David Caldicott and Wendy McCarthy.
Nanny admits taking indecent photo of child in Devon
Maria Alfonzo pleaded guilty to taking and distributing an indecent image of a child at Paignton on June 12
Appeal Court victory a validation of people’s will - Lalong
Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau has described his victory at the Appeal Court as validation of the will of the people.Lalong in a statement on Friday by his...
Whats Going On Here,?Mapostori Shrine shocks London Locals
Mapostori Shrine shocks London Locals after they spotted a sight they are not too familiar with,Members of the Apostolic sect were having a prayer service.
Climate Adaptation Now
As world leaders gather in Madrid for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP25), they must address more than future targets for reducing greenhouse-gas emissions. They must also address the harm to people and livelihoods that climate change is already causing. Strengthening our ability to adapt to climate change has never been more urgent. Many regions are experiencing major difficulties as a result of higher global temperatures and changing weather patterns. We must do more to help citizens and governments tackle issues such as rising sea levels, wildfires, hurricanes and other natural disasters, and increased coastal erosion. Even if we meet the Paris agreement’s goal of limiting the average global temperature increase to well below 2°C, at least 570 cities and some 800 million people will be at risk from rising sea levels and more frequent and destructive storms.
Why We Strike Again
For more than a year, children and young people from around the world have been striking for the climate. We launched a movement that defied all expectations, with millions of people lending their voices – and their bodies – to the cause. We did this not because it was our dream, but because we didn’t see anyone else taking action to secure our future. And despite the vocal support we have received from many adults – including some of the world’s most powerful leaders – we still don’t. Striking is not a choice we relish; we do it because we see no other options. We have watched a string of United Nations climate conferences unfold. Countless negotiations have produced much-hyped but ultimately empty commitments from the world’s governments – the same governments that allow fossil-fuel companies to drill for ever-more oil and gas, and burn away our futures for their profit.
Two FIRs against Karnataka CM for asking people to vote on caste lines
The FIRs have been registered against Yediyurappa at the Gokak and Kagwad Town Police Stations after a complaint was filed by the JD(S).
UK PM Johnson: Queen is beyond reproach and distinct from royal family
LONDON, Nov 29 — Queen Elizabeth is beyond reproach but there is a distinction between the monarchy and the rest of the royal family, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said today when asked if the monarchy was beyond reproach after the scandal involving Prince Andrew. “The monarchy is the queen and...
EU to be more ‘assertive’ says new chief Michel
BRUSSELS, Nov 29 — Europe will become more “assertive” on the world stage, the new head of the European Council, Charles Michel, vowed today as he took over from Donald Tusk. They staged a formal handover of the job in a ceremony featuring the symbolic ringing of a bell that Tusk handed over...
Iraqi prime minister says he will resign
BAGHDAD, Nov 29 — Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi said today he would offer his resignation to parliament to allow lawmakers to choose a new government, in a move that follows weeks of violent anti-government protests. Abdul Mahdi’s decision came in response to a call for a change of...
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Defends Free College for Rich Kids
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez spent Thanksgiving evening defending the idea of free college for all children in the United States.
Ex-Bank Executive Linked to Trump Loans Commits Suicide
Thomas Bowers, who is said to have approved some of the financial services company's loans to President Donald Trump, has committed suicide.
Donald Trump Mocks Newsweek for Fake Thanksgiving Headline
President Donald Trump mocked Newsweek on Thursday after they reported Thursday that he spent Thanksgiving golfing and tweeting.
The Case Of The Pirated Blueberries: Courts Flex New Muscle To Protect Plant Breeders’ Intellectual Property
A few weeks ago, the Federal Court of Australia ordered a farmer in New South Wales to pay $290,000 to a blueberry-producing company because he had grown and sold a proprietary variety of the fruit without permission....
JUST IN: Supreme Court dethrones first-class Oyo monarch, Eleruwa
Ademola Babalola, Ibadan The Supreme court on Friday dethroned a first-class monarch in Oyo State, the Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Samuel Adegbola. The PUNCH recalls that Adegbola had in 2013 lost ...
Why 8th Senate rejected Buhari’s $29.96bn loan request – Shehu Sani
Sunday Aborisade, Abuja The chairman of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debt in the 8th National Assembly, Senator Shehu Sani, has explained why the federal parliament rejected Preside...
Man sentenced to 10 years for attempted murder of businessman
A man who attempted to murder a top Serbian businessman with close ties to President Aleksandar Vucic was jailed by a Belgrade court on Friday for 10 years. Milan Beko, a former minister, was se...
Adamawa recruits 2,000 teachers
Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State says his administration is set to recruit no fewer than 2,000 qualified Teachers for Primary and Secondary Schools. Fintiri disclosed this on Friday, when he...
Trump back in Florida after whirlwind Afghanistan trip
President Trump arrived in Florida early Friday morning following his surprise trip to Afghanistan to see U.S. troops on Thanksgiving, his second visit to a combat zone as president and his first to
'Not genuine' - Judges rule on Jacob Zuma's bid to avoid prosecution
Three judges have found that there is no compelling reason why former president Jacob Zuma should be granted leave to appeal the dismissal of his bid for a permanent stay of prosecution.
ANC stalwarts not happy with party's stance on corruption-accused Bongani Bongo
Several former leaders of the ANC have come out to slam the party over its position on corruption-accused MP Bongani Bongo.
Magu to religious leaders: Preach integrity, hardwork
The acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, on Friday urged religious leaders to preach integrity
Supreme Court sacks Eleruwa of Eruwa, says appeal lacks merit
The Supreme Court, on Friday, sacked the Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Samuel Adegbola and six others, dismissing an appeal they lodged before it...
The European Parliament Declares a Climate Emergency
EU should commit to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 at the UN Conference, says Parliament. Ahead of the UN COP25 Climate Change Conference in Madrid 2-13 December, the Parliament on Thursday approved a resolution declaring a climate and environmental emergency in Europe and globally.
Russian Woman Suspected of Spying for Ukraine Was Arrested In Sevastopol
The Russian Federal Security Service (FSF) has arrested a Russian citizen in the Crimean city of Sevastopol on suspicion of espionage in favour of the Ukrainian military intelligence, TASS news agency reported. According to the FSF, the arrested, recruited by the Ukrainian secret services, "purposefully collected classified military information under the instruction of the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine’s defense ministry.
Donald Tusk Handed Over the Leadership of the European Council to Charles Michel
Today, the European Council President Donald Tusk handed over the leadership of the institution to Charles Michel. The term of office of the President of the European Council is two and a half years, with the possibility of being extended only once.
Vatican returns relic believed to be from Jesus’ manger to Holy Land
The thumb-sized relic was unveiled to worshippers at the Notre Dame church in Jerusalem.
Man wins appeal over lack of detail in mortgage debt demand
A man has won a Supreme Court appeal which centred on a claim he was entitled to more detail about how a €221,000 mortgage debt was calculated before a bank obtained judgment for the money against him.
India plans security audit of WhatsApp after hacking attempt
Troubles in WhatsApp's largest market.
WWF India Job Senior Project Officer 2019
Human-elephant conflict (HEC) threatens the lives and livelihoods of both humans and Asia’s elephants, constituting one of the most serious threats
Revered relic of the Nativity heads back to Bethlehem
A wooden fragment said to be from the crib of the infant Jesus arrived in Jerusalem on Friday on its way back to Bethlehem after a millenium-long absence.
Macron says Russia is no longer NATO's enemy
French President Emmanuel Macron declared Russia to no longer be NATO's enemy and called for closer ties with the Kremlin days before a NATO meeting.
Happy Holidays from the White House: See 91 years of presidents' Christmas cards, from Trump to JFK to Coolidge, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - We've pulled together 66 White House holiday cards from the past nine decades — including Trump, Obama, JFK, Coolidge, and more.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The Trump campaign trolled The Washington Post by claiming there was no evidence a picture of the president as Rocky Balboa was doctored, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Critics saw in President Donald Trump's campaign message a totalitarian disregard for the truth, but others saw the message as humorous trolling.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
'The markets are not thinking about it yet' — BlackRock boss Larry Fink reportedly expects political turmoil in 2020, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Political scientist Ian Bremmer said Fink shared his fears of a constitutional crisis in 2020, whether Trump is reelected or not.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Sudan adopts law to dissolve Bashir party, ‘dismantle’ regime
Khartoum, Sudan | AFP | Sudan’s new authorities have ordered that the party of ousted autocrat Omar al-Bashir be dissolved and his regime “dismantled”, heeding the call of protesters whose campaign led to the leader’s overthrow. Bashir and his Islamist National Congress Party (NCP) had ruled the northeast African country since 1989 before a nationwide …
Pickpockets are lurking in these city centre streets, police say
Two men have been stealing phones from pockets
Climate change protesters bring Upper Parliament Street to a standstill in 'march for justice'
Demands were being made to end the use of and investment in burning fossil fuels
'#DontAbuseOurStaff' - Homeowner leaves rude note on parked ambulance during emergency
Life-saving paramedics returned to their vehicle to find the note
Maharashtra CM Thackeray stays Metro carshed work
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Friday announced a stay to construction of metro carshed in the city’s green lung Aarey Colony, where strong protests had erupted last month against cutt
National Emergency Management Agency to replace MCDEM
National Emergency Management Agency to replace Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management
Poll: Right loses ground, Jewish Home out of next Knesset
New poll shows Israelis divided on whether Netanyahu can serve under indictment. Blue and White poised to expand margin over the Likud.
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over...
Dumfries friends launch coat campaign to help needy over Christmas
The idea came out about after Gillian saw similar projects being set up to help people struggling with the freezing temperatures elsewhere - and thought it could be brought to the region.
Fears Cross Tay Link Road will not reduce congestion
Bridgend, Gannochy and Kinnoull Community Council (BGKCC) question impact
Whitesands decision delay blasted by campaigners
A decision by Scottish ministers into the fate of the flood defence scheme is now expected in the New Year - despite reporters submitting their findings in September.
East Kilbride Debenham's worker raises almost £200 for Kilbryde Hospice after his legs are waxed
Iain raised £200 getting waxed in front of his colleagues.
Bauchi Guber: Appeal Court Upholds Bala Mohammed’s Election
The pronouncement of Bala Mohammed as the duly elected governor of Bauchi State by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in the last general election was on Friday upheld by the Appeal Court sitting in Jos, Plateau State.
Plateau Guber Tussle: What Lalong Said After Appeal Court Verdict
Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State has hailed the judgement of the Court of Appeal sitting in Jos which affirmed his victory in the state governorship election.
Former WVZ security guards seek ED's audience over contract termination
Former World Vision Zimbabwe security guards retrenched in 2011 without terminal benefits are planning to engage President Emmerson Mnangagwa for him to r...
The Trump campaign trolled The Washington Post by claiming there was no evidence a picture of the president as Rocky Balboa was doctored
The Trump campaign trolled The Washington Post this week for reporting that a picture President Donald Trump shared of his head pasted onto the body of the fictional boxing champion Rocky Balboa had been doctored.
'The markets are not thinking about it yet' — BlackRock boss Larry Fink reportedly expects political turmoil in 2020
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink is reportedly worried about political instability in 2020, and doesn’t view investors as awake to the risks.
Frantz Fanon was literally the brain behind modern-day black emancipation – Here’s why
When Robert Nesta Marley asked Africans and people of African descent to “emancipate yourselves from mental slavery”, one would argue the Rastafarian prophet was channeling his inner Frantz Fanon. In fairness, many Pan-Africanists channel their inner Fanon without actually knowing much or anything about Fanon. To many minds, he is the 20th century’s best black...
The Trump campaign trolled The Washington Post by claiming there was no evidence a picture of the president as Rocky Balboa was doctored
Critics saw in President Donald Trump's campaign message a totalitarian disregard for the truth, but others saw the message as humorous trolling.
Prominent Democrat Publicly Harasses Ken Cuccinelli in 'Shocking' Confrontation at DC Pub
Acting Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Ken Cuccinelli was publicly harassed Wednesday by Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley when the two ran into each other at a bar in Washington, D.C.
Vatican returns relic believed to be from Jesus’ manger to Holy Land
The thumb-sized relic was unveiled to worshippers at the Notre Dame church in Jerusalem.
PM accused of ‘fuelling stigma’ with previous comments on single mothers
He was grilled over a column he wrote in 1995 in which he described the children of single mothers as ‘ill-raised, ignorant, aggressive’.
Sturgeon ‘getting into bed with Corbyn’ to win indyref2, Chancellor claims
Sajid Javid used a visit to Scotland to launch an attack on the SNP leader.
Nine Britons arrested as website selling hacking tool taken offline
A website selling the tool for just under £20 was pulled from the internet.
Have you seen Bill?
RCMP are requesting the public's help in locating a missing Kelowna resident.
Sudan overturns moral policing law, disbands ex-ruling party
CAIRO (AP) - Sudan's transitional government announced Friday it overturned a moral policing law that criminalized revealing clothing for women and drinking alcohol and moved to dissolve the country's former ruling party, fulfilling two major demands from the country's pro-democracy protesters.
NATO seeks to head off budget row saying spending is rising
BRUSSELS (AP) - NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Friday that European allies and Canada are spending even more than previously thought on defense, just days before U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to demand once more that other leaders boost their military budgets.
Johnson seeks to focus UK election on Brexit, not his flaws
LONDON (AP) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson struggled Friday to move Britain's election debate away from questions about his character and onto Brexit, promising to bolster protection for British businesses and farmers once the country has left the European Union.
Hong Kong protesters seek British support; campus siege ends
HONG KONG (AP) - Hundreds of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists rallied Friday outside the British Consulate, urging the city's former colonial ruler to emulate the U.S. and take concrete actions to support their cause, as police ended a blockade of a university campus after 12 days.
The perils of an online election campaign and Kevin the carrot | Jabbering Journo column
Let’s be honest, no-one knows who or what to believe as this General Election looms.
Sudan PM elected chairperson of regional body IGAD
IGAD members comprise countries from the Horn of Africa (Ethiopia, Djibouti, Somalia and Eritrea), the Nile Valley (Sudan and South Sudan) and the African Great Lakes region (Kenya and Uganda).
Jacob Zuma loses appeal in corruption trial
Zuma and Thales still have the possibility to appeal to the Supreme Court and the Constitutional court, according to a legal expert who spoke to AFP.
BJP opposes move to keep open ‘Vaikuntha Dwaram’ for 10 days
TTD is tampering with time-tested practice, alleges Madhav
Dairy farmer found murdered
A dairy farmer was found murdered in his sleep at a farm near T. Saveriarpuram near here in the early hours of Friday.Police said K. Antonymuthu, 62, of T. Saveriarpuram under Thaalamuthunagar police
Proposal to have Tenkasi Collectorate at Aayiraperi triggers heated argument
Opposers say it will be difficult to access for people from northern parts of the district
Rajat Sharma resigns yet again
Rajat Sharma once again chose to relinquish his post as president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) following “differences” with a majority of the Apex Council members.In his resign
Thrissur woman adjudged Mrs. United Nations World
Saritha Ram Menon, who represented Australia, is the first South Asian woman to win the title
Dilip Walse Patil of NCP appointed pro tem Speaker of Maharashtra assembly
Senior NCP leader Dilip Walse Patil was appointed pro tem Speaker of Maharashtra Assembly on Friday ahead of the floor test of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi government.NCP sources
Chubarov: Silence about Crimea at Normandy Four summit could look as consent to annexation
Chubarov believes it is necessary to turn to partners, namely French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Taliban say 'way too early' to speak of resuming talks with US
Most observers agree that a political settlement is the only way towards a lasting peace in Afghanistan, and since September diplomatic efforts to foster dialogue have continued.
Who made the new drapes? It’s among high court’s mysteries
The lack of transparency at the Supreme Court begins with the heavy red drapes that frame the courtroom on all sides. The Supreme Court’s role in a bitterly divided Washington and nation may be more important than ever, yet basic details about how the court operates remain obscured. The court is not
Thousands Protest in Kabul Against Alleged Election Fraud
The result of the September 28 vote was to be declared on October 19 but had to be postponed until November 14 due to technical problems.
What 2020 Democrats can (and can't) learn from Obama's historic Iowa win
"I wouldn't run the same campaign today, in this environment, as I ran in 2008," Obama said recently.
U.K. prime minister skips climate debate so TV station replaces him with block ice
The broadcaster's head of news and current affairs, Dorothy Byrne, described the prime minister as "a known liar" in a major industry speech in August.
PM accused of ‘fuelling stigma’ with previous comments on single mothers
He was grilled over a column he wrote in 1995 in which he described the children of single mothers as ‘ill-raised, ignorant, aggressive’.
Sturgeon ‘getting into bed with Corbyn’ to win indyref2, Chancellor claims
Sajid Javid used a visit to Scotland to launch an attack on the SNP leader.
Nine Britons arrested as website selling hacking tool taken offline
A website selling the tool for just under £20 was pulled from the internet.
How Trump’s Thanksgiving Afghanistan trip was kept under wraps amid extreme security
President Trump surprised troops and news outlets on Thanksgiving morning when he appeared in Afghanistan to thank troops for their service to the country and help serve a turkey dinner -- but doing so required extreme security measures to ensure both safety and to prevent the word from getting out.
Tinsel roasting on an open fire? Dr. Manny's top tips for Christmas decorating safety
Christmas is just around the corner and Fox News Health Senior Managing Editor Dr. Manny Alvarez has the top safety tips for holiday decorating.
Climate justice activist Aliénor Rougeot juggles strikes and school studies
The U of T student and lead coordinator of #FridaysForFuture in Toronto explains why climate and social justice can't be separated
Marine Conservation Zones: Protecting our seas
Here, Joan Edwards, Director of Living Seas at The Wildlife Trusts shares her thoughts on the UK announcement of 41 new Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs)
Actress Abduction Case: Supreme Court Rejects Dileep's Plea!
The Supreme Court has rejected Dileeps plea to access a copy of the memory card containing the visuals of the actress, who was assaulted in a running car in 2017.
Trump blasts Newsweek over story on his Thanksgiving plans
President Trump slammed Newsweek over its story on his Thanksgiving plans, which the mag said would include “tweeting, golfing and more” — before he ended up making a surprise visit to US troops
They have 'rights to get decent job': Gerindra defends LGBT jobseekers through Twitter
“We do not support their [LGBT] behavior. But their right to get a decent job and living," the Prabowo-led party said.
Johnson seeks to focus UK election on Brexit, not his flaws
LONDON (AP) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson struggled Friday to move Britain's election debate away from questions about his character and onto Brexit, promising to bolster protection for British businesses and farmers once the country has left the European Union.
Hong Kong protesters seek British support; campus siege ends
HONG KONG (AP) - Hundreds of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists rallied Friday outside the British Consulate, urging the city's former colonial ruler to emulate the U.S. and take concrete actions to support their cause, as police ended a blockade of a university campus after 12 days.
NATO seeks to head off budget row saying spending is rising
BRUSSELS (AP) - NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Friday that European allies and Canada are spending even more than previously thought on defense, just days before U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to demand once more that other leaders boost their military budgets.
IRR for Magna Carta of the Poor beats House deadline
The proposed implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for the Magna Carta of the Poor Act just beat the buzzer at the House of Representatives.
'Thackeray will have to surrender to 10 Janpath for survival': GVL Narasimha Rao
'Thackeray is seen as untouchable by the Gandhis who do not want to share the stage with him.'
'I was just blown away by them': New photography exhibition showcases school leaders
A new exhibition of photographic portraits captures the spirit of youth leaders from Sydney's high schools.
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Politics
Scott Morrison: “Cunning. A little Machiavellian. And not to be underestimated." Plus: Jacqui Lambie and Philip Lowe.
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Foreign affairs
eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant: "There is a global rethink going on about how to civilise the internet, and Inman Grant is a worldwide pioneer.” Plus: Joe Hockey and Andrew Hastie.
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Health
Joe Ibrahim: the geriatric medicine specialist exposing the "astonishing" truth behind some nursing-home deaths. Plus: David Caldicott and Wendy McCarthy.
The ultimate festive feast to serve up this Christmas
Spice up the traditional Christmas meal with a three-course feast that riffs on Asian and Italian flavours.
Our fear of China is not loathing
Australia's leaders are right to keep their cool on China, but they must respond to the regime's intrusions into our democratic and other institutions.
‘Rehabilitate a Sexual Predator’: Digital Ads to Trash Kavanaugh, Federalist Society
A series of ads by liberal watchdog/activist group Demand Justice will target the Federalist Society, the law firms which support it, and Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, the Associated Press reports.
Vatican returns relic believed to be from Jesus’ manger to Holy Land
The thumb-sized relic was unveiled to worshippers at the Notre Dame church in Jerusalem.
Man charged with murder of baby boy in North
Charges of possession of indecent photograph of a child and illegal entry to UK also made
A Limerick hospital nurse: Staff ‘cannot cope’ with the stress
Overcrowding at UHL: ‘I’ll be honest – there is no dignity for patients on trolleys’
Wisconsin man's sentencing for Iowa slaying delayed
The sentencing of a Wisconsin man found guilty of manslaughter in Iowa has been delayed a week.
Happy Holidays from the White House: See 91 years of presidents’ Christmas cards, from Trump to JFK to Coolidge
While it may be less common these days to send a holiday greeting via snail mail these days, the White House hasn’t let go of its 91-year tradition.
The Trump campaign trolled The Washington Post by claiming there was no evidence a picture of the president as Rocky Balboa was doctored
The Trump campaign trolled The Washington Post this week for reporting that a picture President Donald Trump shared of his head pasted onto the body of the fictional boxing champion Rocky Balboa had been doctored.
5 of the Most Popular Questions on Emotional Intelligence, Answered
Emotions are beautiful--they make us human. But they can also lead to major regrets if we allow them to control us.
Aarey Colony: Uddhav Thackeray stops work on car shed after taking charge as Maharashtra CM
The Bombay High Court had last month dismissed petitions asking it to give Aarey the status of a forest, and stop cutting the trees.
Enough Of This Nonsense! Stop Condoning Blasphemy In The Name Of Comedy! – Pastor Brian Amoateng Blasts Mmebusem
Ghanaian comedian Mmebusem’s ‘Ghana Jesus’ skit seems to have angered a lot of Christians who see his comedy as blasphemous. The Latest to join the criticism bandwagon is Pastor Brian Amoateng who is the the Founder and Leader of London Prayer Center. Taking to his Instagram page, Pastor Brian described the actor’s actions as mockery […]
Mayo garda resources lagging behind neighbouring counties
THE Mayo Garda Division lacks the required vehicle equipment compared with neighbouring counties, says Fianna Fáil TD Lisa Chambers.
Council and airport win award for age-friendly initiative
MAYO County Council, in conjunction with Ireland West Airport, took home first prize in the Best Age-Friendly Initiative category at the 16th annual Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards in Dublin.
Sputnik Editor-in-Chief on Outlet Losing Office in Estonia: We Will Work From Home
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Sputnik Editor-in-Chief Margarita Simonyan has stated that Sputnik Estonia journalists would not be deterred by losing their office, they would work from home.
How many sleeps until Christmas? The most festive ways to count down the days
Holidays are coming!
Dwarf fined £100 because she couldn't reach bin to throw rubbish away
She claims she cannot reach the recycling bin because she's only four feet tall.
Ex-Labour MP stands next to Boris and urges people to vote Tory
Gisela Stuart said a vote for Boris Johnson, 'did not make you a Tory'.
Single dad adopts baby girl with Down's syndrome after she was rejected 20 times
Luca Trapanese always wanted to be a father but faced barriers because of his sexuality.
‘Tens of thousands' of children skip school for climate strike protest
The international movement, Fridays For Future, was started by teenage activist Greta Thunberg.
Nine Britons arrested as website selling hacking tool taken offline
A website selling the tool for just under £20 was pulled from the internet.
Children of divorce are sticking at marriage, as ONS reveals divorce rate fallen to lowest for almost 50 years
Children of divorce are sticking at marriage, experts say, as official figures reveal that the divorce rate has fallen to the lowest for almost 50 years.
Sudan Overturns Moral Policing Law That Targeted Women, Dismantles Ousted Leader's Party
Move comes as part of a power-sharing agreement between the country’s ruling generals and protesters demanding sweeping political change
Anonymous official’s book replaces Trump Jr’s ‘fake No 1’ on bestseller list
A Warning knocks Triggered from atop the New York Times nonfiction list amid reports Republicans attempted to boost sales
BBC bars Johnson from Marr Show unless he agrees Neil interview
PM will not be allowed to pick the shows he wants appear on, says broadcaster
Former Nepal PM calls for trilateral partnership with India and China
Prachanda said Nepal being a sovereign and independent country should have equal status and say in the trilateral partnership
UK will leave European Union by January 31 at the latest: Boris Johnson
At a news conference, Johnson claimed Brexit had been "delayed, diluted, denied" by obstructive politicians.
4.5% GDP growth rate unacceptable, worrisome: Former PM Manmohan Singh
He said the "toxic combination of deep distrust, pervasive fear and a sense of hopelessness in our society" is stifling economic activity and growth
Japan's defence, foreign ministers to visit India tomorrow for 2+2 dialogue
The two ministers will be leading a Japanese delegation to the inaugural meeting of the 2+2 dialogue
Uddhav Thackeray-led govt in Maharashtra to face floor test tomorrow
Governor B K Koshyari has asked Thackeray to prove majority by December 3
UK PM promises new visa policy from Jan 2021 to block unskilled immigrants
Johnson called for people to vote for a majority Conservative Party government on December 12 to get Brexit done by the January 31, 2020 deadline
Gauteng police nab over 600 suspects in operations | Saturday Star
Gauteng police arrested 600 suspects wanted for various crimes including murder, hijacking, rape, assault and robberies, ...
A million illegal cigarettes seized by police along with drugs and air rifle in Winlaton raids
Two men in their 60s were arrested following the discovery and have since been released under investigation
BJP will win in all 15 seats in bypolls: Yediyurappa
Yediyurappa said that his government will complete a full term and that his party will win all 15 seats in the bypolls.
Three suspected transformer vandals beaten to death in Imo state
An angry mob has beaten to death, three suspected transformer vandals in Umuohiagu community of Ngor Okpala Local Government Area and Egbelu Obube community in Owerri North Local government area of Imo State, midnight Thursday. The
Iraq’s PM announces he’ll resign amid worsening crisis
It wasn’t immediately clear whether Abdul-Mahdi’s resignation would placate protesters, who are now calling for the removal of the entire political class that has ruled Iraq since the 2003 downfall of Saddam Hussein.
Americans Aren't Coming Close to Maxing Out Their Retirement Plans, Data Shows
And that means they're in danger of coming up short during their golden years.
Police treating London Bridge incident 'as though it's terror-related'
London's Metropolitan Police say that though the circumstances of an incident on London Bridge remain unclear, authorities are treating it as if it is terror-related.
'Fake lawyers' with bogus degrees a problem across Canada
Fake lawyers with bogus law degrees are scamming Canadians out of hundreds of thousands of dollars and preying on the vulnerable.
NATO spending tweak lets Berlin push back on Trump
US will pay less for budget that covers alliance HQ while Germany pays a little more.
Juncker bids adieu, saying ‘I’m hungry’
At final midday news conference, outgoing Commission president says he has ‘shed a lot of tears’ but leaves ‘with elements of satisfaction.’
BREAKING: Court grants Mompha N100m bail - The Nation Newspaper
A Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday granted N100m bail to suspected money launderer, Ismaila Mustapha, also known as Mompha...
Man drags estranged wife to court for changing children’s school without consent
A man, Yusuf Buhari, on Friday, dragged his estranged wife, Hadiza Muhammad, to a Sharia Court, sitting in Magajin Gari, Kaduna State, for...
BJP MP seeks inclusion of Gorkhas left out of NRC
Raising the issue during Zero Hour, Raju Bista (BJP) said that the exclusion of names of many Gorkhasy from the NRC is a question mark on the sacrifices made by those freedom fighters who were from this community.
Two give statements to Perak police over return of Chin Peng’s ashes
IPOH, Nov 29 — The police today have recorded statements from several individuals to assist in an investigation over their alleged involvements in bringing back the ashes of former Communist Party of Malaya leader Chin Peng to Malaysia. They were seen entering the compound of the Ipoh District...
Malta prime minister expected to quit in crisis over journalist murder
VALLETTA, Nov 29 — Malta’s Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has told associates he plans to resign imminently, the Times of Malta reported today. His decision was brought on by the political and legal crisis brought about by the investigation into the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia,...
Watch: Justice Clarence Thomas Slams Biden-led Confirmation Hearing
In a forthcoming documentary "Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words" Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas joined the chorus of criticism of Joe Biden's handling of his 1991 Supreme Court confirmation process.
60% of 2020 Rhodes Scholarships Awarded to Leftist Activists | Breitbart
The next slate of Rhodes Scholars is overwhelmingly involved with various forms of progressive activism in the United States. Almost 60 percent specifically mention their leftist activism in their biographies.
Black Friday: Holiday Shopping Gets a Trump Economy Boost | Breitbart
Despite a holiday season shortened by a late Thanksgiving, retail spending is expected to rise by around 4 percent this year.| Economy
Save the Whales—But Actually
Environmentalists have been demanding that we save the whales for decades. The phrase has been printed ad nauseam on so many buttons and t-shirts and bumper stickers that it’s practically a joke.
Johnson warns Trump to stay out of election ahead of president’s UK visit
Mr Trump did have some criticism for Mr Johnson’s Brexit deal, claiming it hinders trade with the US.
UPDATED: Appeal Court affirms Bauchi Governor’s election, dismisses APC’s appeal
ARMSTRONG BAKAM, Bauchi The Court of Appeal, Jos Division, on Friday, dismissed the appeal filed by the All Progressives Congress in Bauchi State and its Governorship candidate, former Governor ...
'A Warning' replaces Donald Trump Jr.'s 'Triggered' as No.1 book on NYT bestseller list
“A Warning,” a behind-the-scenes book authored by an anonymous Trump administration official that takes a critical look at the president, has replaced Donald Trump Jr.’s “Triggered” as the No.
Boris Johnson refuses to apologise for racist 'burka' comments
As Conservatives face allegations of Islamophobia, prime minister says remark from 2018 should be read in context.
Malta PM says no immunity for top suspect in journalist killing
Malta's Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has said the main suspect in the 2017 killing of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia would not be granted immunity to disclose what he knows about the case.
Hong Kong set for fresh weekend protests as police end university siege
Hong Kong police on Friday ended their two-week siege of a university campus that became a battleground with pro-democracy protesters, as activists vowed to hold fresh rallies and strikes in the coming days.
5 ways to pursue a passion project while working a full-time job
I'm a writer (in case that wasn't obvious). I'm also a visual artist and musician, but unlike writing, I don't have the privilege of drawing or singing professionally.
Oklahoma police say officer got Starbucks with 'PIG' on cups
An Oklahoma police chief says an officer bought Starbucks for 911 dispatchers working on Thanksgiving only to find that ‘PIG’ was printed on the cups’ labels
‘My wife brings her lover into our bedroom for lovemaking’
A petty trader, Mrs Molade Owolabi, on Thursday lost her 11-year-old marriage to alleged adultery, as an Igando Customary Court in Lagos granted her...
APC Crisis: Edo APC dissociates self from South South caucus meeting
Edo APC has dissociated itself from the proposed meeting of the South-South caucus of the party in Abuja, saying that it was called without due consultation
US-China trade war news: Clash around law supporting Hong Kong
While harsh statements from Chinese and Hong Kong diplomats to the US should have potentially dragged the Asian shares to south, losses are limited ah
Costly holiday tree scandalises Russian coal town
An expensive holiday tree installed in the centre of an industrial Siberian city has been ridiculed online and on national media as a symbol of corruption, though authorities defended the high-tech purchase.
Harris’ Fall: A Campaign Divided And A Candidate Lost
Disorganization is the currency of the realm at the Kamala Harris campaign, with an apparatus split between two coasts and...
Don't Buy Anyone a Ring Camera
There’s a chance you had never heard of Ring cameras before Amazon bought the company for as much as $1.8 billion last year. It’s possible that Ring still wasn’t on your radar earlier this year, when reports emerged that the home security giant had partnered with scores of police departments, funneling videos and user data in some dystopian effort to make a profit by fighting crime and eradicating privacy. But there’s a good chance that you’re going to see a Ring video doorbell on sale—possibly bundled with an Amazon Echo—this Black Friday.
AOC accuses Buttigieg of pushing 'GOP talking point' regarding education
Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez accused 2020 presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg of espousing Republican philosophy in regards to free education.
‘Sources of funding’: Ronan Farrow says Hillary Clinton cooled on him when he investigated #MeToo crimes
Journalist Ronan Farrow said Hillary Clinton tried to distance herself from him when she discovered he was investigating sexual assault allegations against Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein.
Bristol photographer says Rachel Riley's Jeremy Corbyn T-shirt is 'morally wrong'
Bristol-based photographer Rob Scott photographed Jeremy Corbyn being arrested in 1984
Sajid Javid warns Nicola Sturgeon over pact with Labour party 'riddled' with antisemitism
The Chancellor of the Exchequer has criticised Nicola Sturgeon for “getting into bed” with Labour despite antisemitism being "riddled" throughout the party.
Pro Romania: Victor Ponta, elected Deputy Chair of the European Democratic Party
Pro Romania leader Victor Ponta on Friday got elected Deputy Chair of the European Democratic Party (EDP)....
Uttarakhand: Government To Set Up Char Dham Shrine Board To Manage Over 50 Temples In The State
In a state cabinet meeting on Wednesday (27 November), the Uttarakhand government has decided to set up a Charm Dham shrine board to manage over 50 temples located in the state, reports Asian News International.
BJP Staring At Tough Challenge In Jharkhand, May Need Support Of Angry Allies To Form Government
Why BJP is facing a tough challenge in Jharkhand assembly polls.
Residents of Bolga express frustration over Ghana Card Registration
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Vote Women and Persons with Disability into District Assemblies - AG
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Prof Danquah calls for a Presidential Initiative to transform Agriculture
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Prof Danquah calls for a Presidential Initiative transformation of Agriculture
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London Bridge on lockdown after reports of multiple gunshots
People were evacuated from the scene
NZ First ‘Agrees to Disagree’ Over Tobacco Excise Increase
New Zealand First ‘Agrees to Disagree’ Over Tobacco Excise Increase
Co-operative housing the future in the Eastern Bay
Co-operative housing the future in the Eastern Bay
The Hidden Trucking Industry Subsidy
This US based article shows we ‘public’ give an exorbitant unfair amount of subsidy to the trucking industry.
Surrey RCMP looking for missing 70-year-old man
Police say Arpad “R.P.” Sator was last seen at 4 p.m. on Nov. 28 in the 15100-block of Highway 10
Poppy campaign raises $125,000 in South Surrey, White Rock
Funds benefit veterans and their families, poppy co-chair notes
Belgian officials boycott trade delegation to Israel
BDS movement scores victory in Belgium, with officials dropping out of delegation to Israel, accusing Israel of violating international law.
SSS withdraws access tags from Osinbajo's 'sacked' aides
The State Security Service (SSS) has withdrawn access tags from about 35 aides of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo who were affected by the controversial dismissal earlier this month, PREMIUM TIMES has learnt.
Brute who stabbed patient and worker at Royal Alexandra Hospital is caged
Kenneth Wrethman, 43, armed himself with cutlery at the Royal Alexandra Hospital and repeatedly attacked staff member Carol Crawford as well as attempting to stab a dementia patient she was helping.
Latest Benue State News Online Today November 29th 2019
Good day, welcome to the latest Benue State online news headlines update for today, Friday, November 29th, 2019, on Concise News.
Throwback: That Time Obama's Press Secretary Was Asked About Hunter Biden and Burisma
For weeks, Democrats and their friends in the media have done everything possible to cover for former Vice President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden's work with Ukrainian gas company Burisma. Despite multiple government officials who served under President Obama and Trump citing Burisma as a concern and notoriously corrupt, House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff refused to allow Republicans to call Hunter Biden as a witness during impeachment inquiry hearings last week. Questions about Hunter Biden's dealings, which included an $83,000 per month paycheck, have been brushed aside by the media as a political attack on Joe Biden, who is running for the White House.
Boris Johnson’s father: British public couldn’t spell Pinocchio if they tried
Stanley Johnson said Pinocchio requires a degree of literacy the British public does not have.
Johnson warns Trump to stay out of election ahead of president’s UK visit
Mr Trump did have some criticism for Mr Johnson’s Brexit deal, claiming it hinders trade with the US.
Boris Johnson criticised by Greens over ’embarrassing’ climate debate no-show
Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie accused the Prime Minister of lying about ‘pretty much everything’ he says.
Royal Navy sailors' frontline heroics to be recognised by the Queen
Queen’s Gallantry Medal, Queen’s Commendation for Bravery, OBE and Queen’s Commendation for Valuable Service among awards be handed out
General Election 2019: Johnson says it is 'best' Trump does not interfere in the campaign during visit to London
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said it would be “best” if Donald Trump does not get involved in the UK’s [...]
Police say London Bridge incident involved stabbing; several wounded and man detained
LONDON (AP) - Police say London Bridge incident involved stabbing; several wounded and man detained.
British police say they're dealing with incident at London Bridge; witnesses report gunshots
LONDON (AP) - British police say they're dealing with incident at London Bridge; witnesses report gunshots.
Party like a spy: Spookstock is intel world's hush-hush bash
WASHINGTON (AP) - Sometime earlier this year, one of the most elite social events in Washington took place, but without any fanfare or news coverage.
TTD to utilise services of retired employees for welfare of pilgrims
No emoluments will be paid to them, says Additional EO
Why did KCR drag Telangana’s Chief Justice into RTC staff strike issue: Congress
Is it permissible for the CJ to discuss an issue pending in his court with the CM, asks AICC spokesperson
Submit proposal for more barracks in jail, prison officials told
Considering the demand for opening new barracks for reducing the pressure and crowding in the existing ones, Deputy Commissioner B. Sharat has directed the prison authorities to submit a proposal in t
Security stepped up ahead of PLGA Week
Cordon and search operations being undertaken along inter-State border with Chhattisgarh
Economy hit by climate of fear, says Manmohan Singh
Former Prime Minister warns of disastrous effects of a sharp slowdown in growth .
Call for steps to increase forest cover in Andhra Pradesh
Experts express concern over global climate change
Banners spring up against disqualified MLAs in Telsang village of Athani
Banners saying “no entry” to disqualified MLAs were put up in Telsang village in Athani. Telsang is the native village of disqualified MLA Mahesh Kumthalli who is now fighting the bypolls as a BJP can
Decks cleared for municipal elections
Officials told to allow objections to division of wards, voters’ lists for a week
Three held on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder in dawn raids after Cheetham Hill gun war puts public in danger
"This kind of behaviour will not be tolerated on our streets," Supt Rebecca Boyce
JFO HQ reveals enemy death toll in Donbas over past week
Ten enemy troops were killed in action.
Hong Kong set for fresh weekend protests as police end university siege
But the calm spell looks set to end as public anger grows once more over the lack of response to the election results by Beijing and Hong Kong's leaders.
Steinmetz fails to overturn $1.25bn arbitration award
London High Court tells mining group BSGR ‘no apparent bias or procedural irregularity’
Time Is Running Out for Trump's North Korean Diplomacy, Analysts Say
SEOUL, South Korea -- The clock is ticking.Kim Jong Un, North Korea's leader, has said that the United States has until the end of the year to make a new proposal to create a breakthrough in stalled negotiations on denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula.The looming deadline -- which North Korea has
Fears about worker shootings prompt new business tactics
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Security is not subtle at the sprawling campus of human resources technology giant Paycom in Oklahoma City.Off-duty police officers roam the grounds, bolstering the company’s own force of armed guards. A basement command center that looks like something out of a spy movie is filled with video screens showing feeds from hundreds of security cameras at company offices across the country.While heavy security has become common at airports and stadiums to deter terrorism, extreme measures have been out of the ordinary at most companies eager to maintain a comfortable work environment and a welcoming atmosphere.
The U.S. Navy Has a Crazy Plan To Build Monster (But Useless) Battleships
Their construction was a mistake worth avoiding.
Boris Johnson’s father: British public couldn’t spell Pinocchio if they tried
Stanley Johnson said Pinocchio requires a degree of literacy the British public does not have.
Police and ambulance called to London Bridge over claims of shots being fired
Ambulance crews are at the scene
Sandwell General Election preview: All change in West Bromwich as stalwarts stand down
We preview the three Sandwell-only seats up for grabs at the 2019 General Election: West Bromwich East, West Bromwich West and Warley.
Johnson warns Trump to stay out of election ahead of president’s UK visit
Mr Trump did have some criticism for Mr Johnson’s Brexit deal, claiming it hinders trade with the US.
Boris Johnson criticised by Greens over ’embarrassing’ climate debate no-show
Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie accused the Prime Minister of lying about ‘pretty much everything’ he says.
Supreme Court releases new roster, PILs to be heard by CJI and 3 senior most judges
The new roster is slightly different from the last time when the outgoing CJI Ranjan Gogoi had kept PIL matters for top five judges of the apex court, including the CJI. Besides PIL matters, CJI Bobde has kept with him matters of contempt, election, habeas corpus, social justice, direct and indirect tax cases, among others.
4.5 per cent GDP growth rate unacceptable, worrisome: Manmohan Singh
Delivering his valedictory address at a national conclave on economy, former prime minister Manmohan Singh said mutual trust is the bedrock of societal transactions fostering economic growth, but "our social fabric of trust, confidence is now torn and ruptured".
Slovakia may force women to listen to fetal heartbeat in pre-abortion ultrasounds
The bill was submitted by three members of the conservative Slovak National Party, who wrote that it is intended “to ensure that women are informed about the current stage of their pregnancy”
Arab Parliament Rejects EU Parliament Resolution on Human Rights Situation in Algeria
President of the Arab Parliament Dr. Mishaal bin Fahm Al-Salami rejected the European Parliament's resolution on the situation of human rights and freedoms in Algeria, issued on Thursday, considering the European Parliament has no legal jurisdiction
Boris Johnson's dad just called the entire British public illiterate
Prime Minister's dad Stanley Johnson was on the BBC's Victoria Derbyshire show
Plaid beat Labour in by-election to secure Neath Port Talbot Council seat with overwhelming majority
Marcia Spooner won the Rhos by-election
Party like a spy: Spookstock is intel world's hush-hush bash
WASHINGTON (AP) - Sometime earlier this year, one of the most elite social events in Washington took place, but without any fanfare or news coverage.
Police say London Bridge incident involved stabbing; several wounded and man detained
LONDON (AP) - Police say London Bridge incident involved stabbing; several wounded and man detained.
CHR honors Initao cop who lost his life shielding civilians from grenade attack
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has paid its deepest and sincerest respect to the heroism of Police Major Sergeant Jason Magno who gave up his own life to save innocent civilians during a grenade blast at Initao College in Misamis Oriental on Thursday.
History Prof Compares Trump’s ‘Undisguised Championship of White Supremacy’ to Andrew Johnson
Within weeks of riding a populist wave to an electoral college victory in the 2016 presidential election, President Donald Trump and his supporters began likening the real estate mogul to rabble-rousing former president Andrew Jackson. But according to renown University of Connecticut American History professor Manisha Sinha, a far more apt comparison for current occupant of the White House can be found in a different presidential Andrew – that being Andrew Johnson.
Bill would ban shackling pregnant Ohio prisoners delivering babies
Columbus — Shackling or handcuffing pregnant or postpartum women would be prohibited, if a bill sponsored by Kettering Republican state Sen. Peggy Lehner becomes law.
Man wins Supreme Court appeal for more detail in mortgage debt judgment demand
Joseph O’Malley, from Westport, said he was confused and uncertain over his liability
Metropolitan Police issue London Bridge statement after 'number of people' left injured
The Metropolitan Police said: "Police were called at 1.58pm to a stabbing at premises near to London Bridge. Emergency services attended, including officers from the Met and @colp A man has been detained by police. We believe a number of people have been injured. Further info to follow."
Police officer receives Starbucks coffee cup with 'PIG' printed on label
A quick trip to get coffee has left a police officer with a bad taste in his mouth.
Sudan's ex-ruling party condemns law dissolving it, to continue 'reforms'
KHARTOUM (Reuters) - Sudan’s former ruling National Congress Party of deposed president Omar al-Bashir condemned a law passed by transitional authorities to dissolve the NCP and seize its assets, saying it would pursue internal reforms.
China mixing military and science in Arctic push: Denmark
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - China’s military is increasingly using scientific research in the Arctic as a way into the region, a Danish intelligence service said on Friday, as it warned of intensifying geopolitical rivalry in the Earth’s freezing North.
It's the Last Day to Remember to Register That Drone You Played With Once
Today is the Civil Aviation Authority's deadline day for registering all larger drones with authorities, so future law enforcers can pull the remnants of a machine out of the wreckage and easily identify who it was that brought down a Dreamliner over Twickenham.
Highway Patrol to conduct DUI detail in Lee County Friday night
The Florida Highway Patrol say they will be conducting a roaming DUI enforcement detail on Friday night, from 8:00 pm to 4:00 am in Lee County.
Turkish, Qatari financial authorities sign deal to expand economic, financial ties
The Presidential Finance Office and the Qatar Financial Center signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to expand cooperation during President Recep...
3,500-year-old skull and femur found in Hittite city of Sapinuwa in breakthrough discovery
Archaeologists have made a breakthrough discovery in central Anatolia from an ancient civilization that cremated and hid its dead, possibly shedding light...
Disturbed by Turkey's achievements in Mediterranean, Greece summons Turkish envoy
Greece summoned Turkey's ambassador to Athens on Thursday, following the country's agreement with Libya over the Mediterranean Sea to protect its rights in...
Financial boost for minority media
Newspapers run by members of the Armenian, Greek and Jewish communities are to receive extra state funds thanks to an affirmative action scheme. The...
Sudan moves to eradicate traces of Bashir regime
Sudan's new authorities on Thursday ordered that the party of ousted President Omar al-Bashir be dissolved and his regime 'dismantled,' heeding the call of...
‘Terrorist Pragya Thakur’ remark: BJP MP moves notice against Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha
The former Congress president said he stood by his comment.
Supreme Court rules in favour of Montreal woman fined for not holding escalator handrail
The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled Bela Kosoian should not have been fined for refusing to hold onto an escalator handrail 10 years ago.
Police concerned for safety of missing Derbyshire man
Lee Campion was last seen in Mickleover
Noel Fielding compares election to 'choosing between urine and s*** sandwich'
Fans have revealed their disappointment in the star.
Couple stunned as they accidentally propose to each other at the exact same time
Well, this is adorable.
Could real Christmas trees and mistletoe could be losing popularity in the UK?
The National Trust has found that Christmas markets are growing in favour among Britons.
Another blow for Georgiou
SCA dismisses an appeal against a high court decision ordering him to honour an HS buyback agreement.
Damning Tongaat Hulett forensic report fingers ex-executives, including Peter Staude
Group plans to pursue claims against executives implicated in PwC probe
‘Fake parliament’ not fit for sensitive legislation: Maulana Fazl
JUI-F chief addresses protest rally in Karachi, urges ECP to take PTI foreign funding case to its logical conclusion
Aboriginal people in Western Australia seek £150bn over lost territory
Aboriginal people in the south west of Western Australia have launched an unprecedented compensation claim for more than £150 billion.
Melaye seeks injunction to stop supplementary poll
Senator Dino Melaye has approached the court to stop the supplementary election of Kogi West Senatorial District scheduled to hold
Support the Guardian – and help us highlight the rise of digital inequality
Automating Poverty, our year-long project about the takeover of welfare systems by algorithms and AI, was funded with reader donations raised last year
Labour to cut jobs at Newcastle office amid talk of tight finances
Staff say they feel let down after being told their contracts will end after Christmas
Pollution watchdog to review existing guidelines on idol immersion: Govt
Some of the states like Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Kerala have issued directions in accordance with the CPCB guidelines banning non-eco friendly material in making idols
Hawks arrest leader of ‘terrorist’ Christian group | Sunday Independent
The Hawks said they also searched the suspect’s Eastern Cape residence, where they allegedly uncovered an explosives factory, ...
Several stabbed near London Bridge; man detained | IOL News
British police say several people have stabbed near to London Bridge, and a man has been detained.
China Folds: Beijing Does Nothing After Trump Signs HK Bill
President calls China's bluff
Villagers gherao BJP's C P Yogeshwara in Hunsur
The villagers did not allow the leader to enter the village and sent him back.
'Maha-like experiment needed in Goa to oust BJP'
Former BJP ally Goa Forward Party (GFP) on Friday said it favours Maharashtra-like political experiment in the state to get rid of the "anti-people" government led by Pramod Sawant.
FRSC criticises lane indiscipline by drivers - The Nation Newspaper
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ebonyi has criticised the practice of lane indiscipline which it described as common among drivers in Ebonyi...
Obaseki applauds Cambridge's Jesus College for return of Benin cockerel statue
With the confirmation by Jesus College of Cambridge University of the return of 'Okukor' statue, one of the artifacts looted from Benin in 1897,...
Mexico bristles at US terror designation plan
MEXICO CITY, Nov 29 — President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said today Mexico had not been invaded for more than a century and he would not permit another foreign intervention, reflecting tensions over a Trump administration plan to designate drug cartels based in Mexico as terrorist groups....
Ex-Brazilian football chief Teixeira banned for life
LAUSANNE, Nov 29 — Ex-Brazilian football chief Ricardo Teixeira was banned for life from football today for bribery, Fifa announced. World football’s governing body said the Brazilian was banned and fined one million Swiss francs (RM4.1 million) for taking bribes for marketing and media rights...
Report: TikTok Continues Trying to Distance Itself from Chinese Ownership | Breitbart
A new report alleges that Chinese firm ByteDance Studios is making efforts to distance its TikTok app from its other Chinese operations amid a probe by U.S. authorities.
'Dazed and Confused' Director Richard Linklater: Trump Avoids War So He 'Can’t Just Watch TV and Tweet'
Donald Trump’s “malignant narcissism” is the only thing stopping the US president plunging the country into a foreign war, according to cult American director Richard Linklater.
China Orders Hong Kong to 'Sober Up' and Obey 'the Motherland'
China's state propaganda outlet Global Times warned that now should be the time "Hong Kong society sobers up" to defend from America.
GOP Sen. Cotton on Peace Talks with Taliban: We Need Them to Work with Us | Breitbart
Friday on "Fox & Friends," Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) weighed in on the peace talks with the Taliban, which President Donald Trump revealed on Thursday | Clips
EXCLUSIVE: Top Mexican Border State Cop Spiked Probes into Prison Corruption
An exclusive Breitbart Texas investigation revealed that most of those incidents were little more than media stunts.
We ll provide funding for UNIDO’s industrialisation programme – FG
Ifeanyi Onuba, Abuja The Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Clem Agba, has said the Federal Government would support the new five year Country Partnership Programme of the Unite...
Ohanaeze youths disown kinsman seeking third term for Buhari
Mudiaga Affe The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council has disowned the move by a member of the All Progressives Congress in Ebonyi State, Charles Enya, who is seeking an amendment of the Constitution t...
The Startling Low Bar to Ace a Fingerprint Examiner’s Proficiency Test
One wrong match could send an innocent person to prison or see a killer go free. But it doesn’t take much to qualify as an expert.
Killer pilot loses appeal
The High Court has barred the Airforce of Zimbabwe pilot, who fatally assaulted his Gweru-based girlfriend last year for allegedly cheating on him with his colleague, from approaching the Supreme Court to challenge his conviction and sentence.
NDDC Budget: Niger Delta group commends Senate
NDAN on Friday, commended the decision of the Senate to demand the inauguration of the board of NDDC, before the consideration of the commission’s budget...
Breaking: South African police officer found guilty of killing a Nigerian
A South African court has found a police officer guilty of killing a Nigerian, Mr. Emmanuel Okoli in 2018. A civilian accomplice of the police officer
12 police officers called to crash involving multiple vehicles on busy Dundee road
Police have been called to a three-vehicle crash on a busy Dundee road.
Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray govt to face floor test on Saturday, Speaker post remains contentious
Uddhav Thackeray government will face a floor test in Maharashtra assembly on Saturday. On Sunday, the speaker will be appointed and from Monday, the assembly will resume formal work.
Judge: 'Daft' that gardaí spent €280 to mop up prisoner's urine
A judge has described as 'daft' gardaí paying specialist cleaners €280 to clean up a mess caused by a man in custody when he urinated on a cell door and floor at Ennis Garda Station.
Minister: Creche operators were aware of fire safety regulations before now
Childcare operators have said they are not prepared for new fire safety regulations and inspections at creches, but the Minister for Children Katherine Zappone has said they were aware of them before now.
Hungarian police find tunnels used by migrants to cross border
Police said they discovered both tunnels not long after their construction was completed and filled both of them up again.
Minister introduces legislation to extend minimum expiry period of gift vouchers
Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation Heather Humphreys is to bring in new rules around the sale and use of gift vouchers to improve consumer rights in the area.
Hong Kong protesters seek British support as campus blockade ends
Activists handed a petition to a British Consulate official before leaving.
New EU leadership eyes more 'assertive' role for bloc
The European Union plans a bigger global role for itself, one of its new chiefs emphasised Friday as the bloc's leadership started changing the guard to a team with firm geopolitical ambitions.
UK PM calls in referendum team for Brexit election pitch
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a pitch to Brexit-backing opposition voters Friday alongside a former Labour member of his 2016 referendum team, insisting only a vote for him in next month's election would get Britain out of the EU.
Trump Suddenly Announces Renewed Peace Talks With The Taliban
President Donald Trump declared on Thanksgiving Day that U.S. peace negotiations with the Taliban have resumed after the talks collapsed...
‘Flailing ... teetering’: New York Times and Washington Post declare Kamala Harris doomed
Both the New York Times and Washington Post published stories arguing that Sen. Kamala Harris's presidential campaign is on uneasy footing and nearing a collapse.
Trump slams Newsweek article predicting he will spend Thanksgiving golfing and tweeting
President Trump responded to a Newsweek article prediction that he would spend Thanksgiving tweeting by responding to them on Twitter.
Ex-GOP lawmaker: Republicans 'wrestling' with whether to turn on Trump
A former Republican lawmaker said his former colleagues are publicly standing with President Trump as he faces impeachment, but in private they are dismayed by his conduct.
Post talks with Gotabaya Rajapaksa, PM Modi announces $50 million aid to Sri Lanka to tackle terrorism
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a $50 million aid to Sri Lanka to tackle terrorism. The announcement was made after PM Modi and Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa held ‘fruitful talks’.
U.K. police say a number of people injured in London Bridge stabbing incident
'A man has been detained by police. We believe a number of people have been injured'
After Being Slammed For Anti-Semitism Under Corbyn’s Leadership, Labour Now Denounced For Anti-Hindu Prejudice
The Chief Rabbi of the UK and the Archbishop of Canterbury had earlier criticised anti-semitism in Labour
Election polls aren’t broken, but they still can’t predict the future
Swing voters, skewed samples, and more have always limited the ability to pick a winner
Parliament to monitor Ghana’s implementation of SDGs
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Someone got their own '.gov' website by pretending to be a small-town mayor and filling out an online form, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The person reportedly used a fake Google Voice number and fake Gmail address in their application, which the government approved.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Home of Nottingham Forest star Matty Cash burgled while he was away with the Reds
'The criminals knew I was away with Forest which is very concerning and they took the opportunity to invade my privacy'
The Notts carpenter making recycled wooden Christmas decorations to raise money for children's toys
“It’s a win-win situation because I’m helping the environment and children in hospital when it’s a difficult time of the year to be in the hospital."
Scheer heads to Conservative heartland after a bruising week of challenges
OTTAWA — Andrew Scheer heads into the Conservative heartland of Alberta today where he'll make a pitch to some of the party's most fervent supporters about why he ought to keep his job as federal leader and how he intends to do it.
Woman wrongly detained in Montreal handrail dispute, Supreme Court rules
OTTAWA — A police officer stepped over the line when he detained a Quebec woman for refusing to hold onto an escalator handrail, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled Friday while also slamming Montreal's transit authority.
Inheritance should be a windfall, not part of retirement plan, experts say
'The difficulty with inheritance is: you don't know at that point in time what's going to happen,' said Tony Maiorino, head at RBC Wealth Management Services
Extraordinary rescue from ends of the earth
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A tale of two countries. Opinion.
Looking at the two political and legal challenges of the two leaders - President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu.
FG Embarks On Moves To Retrieve Nigeria’s Stolen Artefacts
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has launched the campaign for the return of Nigeria’s stolen Artifacts from around the world.
Lawyers protest, petition Kazembe, Matanga over police brutality
ZIMBABWEAN lawyers have marched during a demonstration to protest against harassment and assault of legal practitioners and ordinary citizens.Dozens of placard ...
Dr Macharia Irungu appointed new Kenya Pipeline Corporation MD
Former Gulf Africa Petroleum Corporation CEO Dr. Macharia Irungu has been appointed the new Kenya Pipeline Managing Director.
Exclusive: Mexico's Pemex fights in court to suspend clean diesel rule - documents
Mexico's state-run oil company Pemex has been fighting for almost a year in court to suspend a rule issued by the previous government, requiring ...
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi to appoint General Secretary for alliance
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi said on Friday that in coming days it planned to appoint a General Secretary for the alliance in a bid to boost ...
3 Reasons To Add Low Impact Cardio Into Your Workout Routine
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Someone got their own '.gov' website by pretending to be a small-town mayor and filling out an online form
The person reportedly used a fake Google Voice number and fake Gmail address in their application, which the government approved.
NZ Taxpayers' Union congratulates NZ First for stance on tobacco tax
Responding to New Zealand First’s decision to oppose January’s hike in tobacco excise, New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union spokesman Jordan Williams says:
General Election seats to watch: North-east England
A political sea-change might be about to happen in this corner of the country.
General Election TV debates: Which leaders have done what?
The PA news agency has a look at the TV election debate drama with less than two weeks until polling day.
Men found guilty of raping girl at St Aubin's Fort decades ago
TWO men who took it in turns to rape a 'vulnerable and isolated' teenage girl at St Aubin's Fort decades ago have been found guilty following a five-day trial in the Royal Court.
Hong Kong protesters seek British support as campus blockade ends
Activists handed a petition to a British Consulate official before leaving.
I would now vote to leave the EU, says oil tycoon Sir Ian Wood
The businessman and philanthropist voted to remain in 2016 but said the UK could be ‘better off’ outside of the bloc.
Police put out house fire
Members of the North Okanagan Vernon RCMP took on a firefighting role Friday morning and are credited with saving a Lavington home.
'It kind of breaks my heart'
Donations may be down at the Upper Room Mission, but people are still getting the help they need.
New commission and Malta in focus This Week
Ursula von der Leyen and her new team of commissioners will have their first meeting on Wednesday. In the meantime, Malta descends into political turmoil over the death of an investigative journalist.
EU's new Green Deal slammed as 'half-baked' before launch
Greenpeace have accused the incoming European Commission of Ursula von der Leyen of preparing draft new climate and environmental laws whose measures are "too weak, half-baked or missing altogether".
Alaska governor marks 1st year in office amid turmoil
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) - Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy says he hopes to move past the rancor of his first year in office, amid an unsettled dispute with lawmakers over state spending and threat of a recall effort.
Trump thanks troops in Afghanistan, says Taliban want a deal
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan (AP) - President Donald Trump paid a surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan, where he announced the U.S. and the Taliban have been engaged in ongoing peace talks and said he believes the Taliban want a cease-fire.
Thousands stage global climate protests before UN summit
Tens of thousands of protesters have rallied in cities across the world, demanding more action on climate change and aiming to force political leaders to come up with urgent solutions at a United Nations conference next week.
Ontario court dismisses Subway's lawsuit against CBC over chicken report
An Ontario court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Subway against the CBC over a report on the content of its chicken sandwiches, but says legal action again
Jubilant scenes at depots as RTC workers resume duty
Crew faced staring trouble as most buses had flat tyres, drained batteries
Address problems of workers, demands JAC
Employees’ associations stage protest in Vijayawada
Attack on magistrate: bar assn. office-bearers booked
Police named 10 ‘identifiable’ lawyers as co-accused in the case
NEET case: HC grants advance bail to student
MADURAIThe Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Friday dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of a parent in the NEET impersonation case. However, his son was granted anticipatory bail with certai
Official cancels gift settlement given by parents
Sivakasi Sivakasi Sub-Collector C. Dinesh Kumar on Thursday cancelled a gift settlement given by parents to four of their children for not taking care of them. The Sub-Collector who also heads the Rev
Rajya Sabha MPs demand greater autonomy for States
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh said though he had sympathy with the spirit of the resolution.
Bypolls: In Yellapur, a homecoming for Hebbar
A. Shivaram Hebbar, who switched loyalties from the Congress to the BJP and is contesting the bypoll from the low-profile Yellapur constituency, is not a new face in the saffron party. Having roots in
Bouquets and brickbats for govt.as it completes 6 months in office
Several decisions guided by poll manifesto; sand policy, review of PPAs draw flak from various quarters
Economy set to grow at much faster pace: P. K. Mishra
Mr. Mishra, however, acknowledged that in recent months India had witnessed a slowdown in growth.
CM to meet workers from all depots tomorrow
Each depot to send five workers including two women
TS man back home after 3-year Gulf ordeal
40-year-old from Nizamabad spent three months in jail for overstaying in Saudi Arabia
Shah to hold meetings on Citizenship Bill
He will have discussions with Chief Ministers of northeastern States and student groups
Kyiv's court extends ex-MP Pashynsky's arrest for two months
Pashynsky and his lawyers said they would appeal.
Kremlin says Zelensky, Putin may talk gas at Normandy Four summit
Peskov said intensive contacts on gas are underway and it is premature to give estimates.
Feckless UK voters? Johnson rejects criticism over old article
The quotes were splashed across the front page of the left-wing Daily Mirror tabloid, under the tagline
Fury in Malta over latest twist in slain reporter case
An intensifying probe into the murder of Caruana Galizia, who was blown up by a car bomb in October 2017, has destabilized Joseph Muscat's government, though the prime minister has rebutted repeated calls for his resignation.
Commissioner James O’Neill as He Exits NYPD: ‘We’re Going to Have to Speak the Truth’
Drew Angerer/GettyNo decision seems to have defined the tenure of NYPD Commissioner James O’Neill more than firing of Daniel Pantaleo, the plain clothes officer captured on video putting his arm around the neck of Eric Garner as he repeatedly pleads, “I can’t breathe.” Garner’s death at the hands of
Trump immigration official forced out of bar as ex-Maryland governor slams him for 'putting children in cages'
A top immigration adviser to Donald Trump was forced out of a bar in Washington after facing extensive heckling from fellow patrons — including former Maryland governor and 2016 Democratic candidate Martin O'Malley.Ken Cuccinelli, who currently serves as the acting deputy secretary of the Department
Gymnastics Federation of India Gets Recognition From Global Governing Body
The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) has granted recognition to the governing body of the sports in the country after accepting the results of its recent elections.
America's Kids Need to Understand Why the President Is Being Impeached
Students should learn about impeachment in school—here’s how to make it work.
Canalside apartment proposal given green light
Work to build more than 70 new canal-side apartments on derelict Walsall land could start as soon as January after plans were given the green light.
In Video: Windsor Castle set for traditional Christmas
The castle is also marking a royal anniversary.
General Election seats to watch: North-east England
A political sea-change might be about to happen in this corner of the country.
General Election TV debates: Which leaders have done what?
The PA news agency has a look at the TV election debate drama with less than two weeks until polling day.
Hong Kong protesters seek British support as campus blockade ends
Activists handed a petition to a British Consulate official before leaving.
I would now vote to leave the EU, says oil tycoon Sir Ian Wood
The businessman and philanthropist voted to remain in 2016 but said the UK could be ‘better off’ outside of the bloc.
Women activists face disproportionate violence for work
On International Women Human Rights Defenders Day, a report examines activist stories across 21 countries and finds a failure to protect women activists
Relic of Jesus’ crib to return to Holy Land after over 1,000 years
A wooden fragment said to be from the crib of the infant Jesus arrived in Jerusalem on Friday on its way back to Bethlehem after a Millenium-long absence.
MOVIES & BOOZE: Beers for Christmas Day
Christmas is upon us, so as part of the planning for Christmas, we are looking at a couple of bee...
Plea in SC seeks stay on implementation of Electoral Bond Scheme
Plea filed by Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) said that certain amendments made in Finance Act, 2017 and earlier Finance Act, 2016, both passed as money bills, have opened doors to unlimited political donations, even from foreign companies and thereby legitimising electoral corruption at a huge scale.
Malegaon blast: Supreme Court to hear after two weeks plea against bail granted to Sadhvi Pragya
Seven people were killed in a bomb blast on September 29, 2008 at Malegaon, a communally-sensitive textile town in Nasik district of north Maharashtra. The plea, filed by the father of one of the blast victims, came up for hearing before a bench headed by Justice A M Khanwilkar. The apex court said it would hear the matter after two weeks.
Baby Yoda is trending higher than most 2020 Democratic hopefuls
Baby Yoda for president? The breakout star of “The Mandalorian” is driving nearly twice as many average social media interactions in news stories about it as any 2020 Democratic hopeful, according
Wooden relic of Jesus’ manger returned to Jerusalem
JERUSALEM — Christians on Friday celebrated the return to the Holy Land of a tiny wooden relic they believe was part of Jesus’ manger nearly 1,400 years after it was sent to Rome as a gift to the
Algeria: Protesters Keep Up Pressure on Authorities As Election Nears
Tens of thousands of Algerian protesters marched on Friday to demand that a presidential election next month be cancelled until the old ruling guard step aside and the army quit politics. The marches, held in cities and towns across the country, mark
Ospreys chief claims Allen Clarke situation 'became a matter of personal conduct'
Chairman Rob Davies said he'd 'never experienced anything like it'
Trump thanks troops in Afghanistan, says Taliban want a deal
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan (AP) - President Donald Trump paid a surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan, where he announced the U.S. and the Taliban have been engaged in ongoing peace talks and said he believes the Taliban want a cease-fire.
Alaska governor marks 1st year in office amid turmoil
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) - Last December, poor weather scrambled Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy's inaugural plans, a bumpy start to a turbulent year marked by budget disputes and a recall threat.
Bicameral conference on proposed P4.1-trillion 2020 national budget starts
The Congress bicameral conference committee started finalizing the P4.1-trillion proposed 2020 national budget bill on Friday, November 29.
'2 former J&K MLAs, detained since Aug 5, admitted to hospital': Officials
NC general secretary and former minister Ali Mohammed Sagar and former Ganderbal MLA Ishfaq Ahmed were taken to SKIMS.
Halifax police apologize to black community for pain caused by street checks
Halifax’s police chief has issued a formal apology to Nova Scotia’s black community today over the practice of street checks.
Fears Kerry bus and cark park will ruin picturesque village
The project has already received approval for significant Government grant aid – but without proper consultation with businesses and locals, a council area meeting heard in Killorglin.
Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul Mahdi says he will resign
Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul Mahdi will resign after nearly two months of anti-government protests, according to a statement from his office.
Someone got their own ‘.gov’ website by pretending to be a small-town mayor and filling out an online form
Getting a website with a .gov domain can be as easy as telling the government you’re a small-town mayor and filling out an online form.
As Juncker bids farewell, new EU executive begins with scrutiny over Luxembourg tax
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Officials from the new European Commission will discuss an International Monetary Fund study that lists Luxembourg as a world-leading tax haven just days after the former leader of the Grand Duchy departs the EU executive’s helm.
UK's Corbyn says his thoughts are with those at London Bridge
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said his thoughts were with those caught up in the “shocking” incident at London Bridge on Friday, and thanked the emergency services for their response.
Europe to consider law on climate neutrality by March
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union executive will propose by March 2020 a new climate law to turn the bloc neutral in terms of carbon dioxide emissions by 2050 and help lead the struggle against global warming, a draft showed on Friday.
Explainer: What's at stake in Macron's reform of France's cherished pensions?
PARIS (Reuters) - France is bracing for nationwide public sector strikes on Dec. 5 against President Emmanuel Macron’s drive to overhaul the country’s unwieldy and costly pension system.
NATO moves towards spending goal sought by Trump, Spain lags
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - More European allies in NATO are set to meet a defense spending target sought by the United States in 2019, with sharp rises in Romania and Bulgaria, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said on Friday, but Belgium and Spain will continue to lag.
Judge will decide on Vivendi request to suspend Mediaset's European plan: source
MILAN (Reuters) - An Italian judge will decide on Vivendi’s (VIV.PA) request to suspend Mediaset’s (MS.MI) pan-European project, as she took note that the two groups failed to settle their long-running dispute, a legal source said on Friday.
UN agency suspends activities in troubled eastern Congo
U.N. agencies on Friday expressed concern about security around the city of Beni in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following the deaths of four...
High-level visits, new projects to promote Turkish-Hungarian relations further
Enhancing their relations to a strategic level in 2013, Ankara and Budapest have greatly developed bilateral ties and initiated many projects, the Hungarian ambassador to Ankara said
Syrian regime hampers political process, blocking constitutional talks
The Syrian regime's uncompromising attitude on constitutional committee talks has left the process at a dead end again on the fourth day of the second...
MHP leader: No turning back from presidential system
There is no turning back from the presidential system as it is the only path to true democracy and stability in the country, said the head of the...
Government fails to calm Iraqis, becomes ruthless
The Iraqi government, which has failed to meet protesters' demands and establish balanced relations with Iran, has become more ruthless after demonstrators burned down the Iranian Consulate in Najaf
Turkey slams France's nonconstructive attitude toward NATO solidarity
Turkey harshly criticizes French President Emmanuel Macron's statements undermining NATO's main principle, which is based on the solidarity of its allies
You can now decorate your Christmas tree with glitter gravy baubles
A Christmas staple reinvented and hung on the tree!
Should you be worried about your carbon footprint every time you take a flight?
Even if biofuels and electric planes become more common, flying may never be climate neutral.
Gymnastics: International federation recognises India’s new national governing body
Sudhir Mital and Shantikumar Singh were elected as president and general secretary respectively of the Gymnastics Federation of India.
Supreme Court releases new roster, four most senior judges to hear PILs
Election matters will stay with Chief Justice of India SA Bobde.
Boris Johnson: It Is Best If Trump Doesn’t Get Involved In Our Election Campaigns
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said it was best if US President Donald Trump did not get involved in Britain’s upcoming election when he visits London for a Nato summit next week. “What we don’t do traditionally as loving allies and friends, what we don’t do traditionally, is get involved in each other’s election campaigns,” said Johnson, whose Conservative Party […]
OUTA: Endless SOE Bailouts Now Exceed Departments Budgets
The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) on Friday told Parliament that current interventions at state-owned entities (SOEs), like Eskom and South African Airways (SAA), were not working. Outa was making its submission during the public hearings on the 2019 Adjustments Appropriation Bill and the 2019 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. The objective of the Bill was to effect adjustments to the appropriation […]
Trump to decide if he wants lawyers at impeachment hearings
The chairman of the House Judiciary Committee asked President Donald Trump on Friday to say whether he’ll send his attorneys to participate in impeachment proceedings before the panel.
Rescuers searching for 2 after shrimp boat capsizes
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Two crew members are missing after a shrimp boat overturned. The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Mobile says the vessel overturned Friday