The intriguing life of Davis Kizza Kana, Uganda’s most pierced man

Davis Kizza Kana is Uganda's most pierced man. He has 83 piercings on his body including 20 on each ear, 14 on his eyebrows, and 10 in his nose.

Kamloops residents spot mask-wearing dragons along hiking trail

If you're going for a hike in Kamloops, keep an eye out for dragons.Locals have spotted little painted dragon sculptures along a trail in Barnhartvale,

'Ponmagal Vandhal' Twitter REVIEW: Celebs & Fans Laud Jyothika's Performance

South actress Jyothika, who plays the role of a lawyer in 'Ponmagal Vandhal', has managed to win the hearts of the audience with her performance.

PHOTO: Mnangagwa commissions 138 Army Cadets

President Emmerson Mnangagwa presided over the commissioning parade of 138 officer cadets held at the Zimbabwe Military Academy in Gweru on Friday.The officers ...

Handicraft exporters to attract global buyers virtually amid Covid curbs

More than 200 exporters to participate in online exhibition from June 1-4

Emergency Situations Management Committee in Dhofar holds meeting

The Emergency Situations Management Committee in Dhofar Governorate holds a meeting chaired by Brigadier Mohsen bin Ahmed Al Abri, Commander of the Dhofar Governorate Police, in the presence of all general managers and supportive core sectors to discuss the readiness of all sectors to deal with the weather situation in the Governorate, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) said.

Tectonic plates are a lot older than we thought

Earth's underground network of tectonic plates was in place more than 4 billion years ago—about a billion years earlier than scientists had thought.

Shiv Linga Discovery In Vietnam: How India Is Reaffirming Civilisational Connect With South-East Asia

India’s ASI is working on temple conservation projects in Southeast Asia to reaffirm its civilisation connect

Sony launches ZV-1 compact digital camera with a flip-out, tiltable LCD screen for vloggers

Sony says when a 4K video is recorded using Optical SteadyShot (Active mode), the stabilisation is said to improve up to 8 times.

Review: Mike DelGuidice releases amazing 'Where Do the Heroes Go?' 

Mike DelGuidice of the Billy Joel tribute band Big Shot and from Billy Joel's live band has released his poignant solo single

Lauderhill residents near sewage main break can resume normal water use

LAUDERHILL, FLA. (WSVN) - Lauderhill residents previously told to limit their water usage after a sewage main break can now resume their normal usage. City...

Dueling models: One says Florida’s COVID-19 peak has passed, another says worst to come

Florida could see nearly 8,000 COVID-19 deaths by September, including more than 2,000 in August, according to a “cumulative death forecast” by an independent model that is among 16 aggregated by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Hate unmasked in America

"You are the most selfish f—ing people on the planet." I jerked my head to the left, where I saw a neighbor glaring at us from his driveway while unloading groceries from his trunk.

Study shows how toxic protein leads to neuronal death and dementia

Toxic versions of the protein tau are believed to cause the death of neurons of the brain in Alzheimer's disease.

Arrow Video Bringing Vin Diesel Creature Feature ‘Pitch Black’ to 4K Ultra HD This Summer!

Arrow Video breaks into the 4K Ultra HD arena with the upcoming release of Pitch Black, the horror/sci-fi movie from 2000 that introduced us to Vin Diesel‘s Richard B. Riddick. The character, a Furyan convict-turned-antihero monster-slayer, subsequently appeared in 2004’s The Chronicles of Riddick and 2013’s Riddick. A fourth film is currently in the works. […]

Blood test offers new opportunities to improve malarial control and elimination strategies

Plasmodium vivax is the most widespread malaria parasite worldwide, with up to two billion people at risk of infection.

Mechanised boats to go for fishing on turn basis

THOOTHUKUDIAfter losing their livelihood for nearly 90 days – 25% of 2020 – the mechanised boat fishermen are gearing up to venture into the sea for fishing from June 1 onwards, but only on turn basis

Brooklyn Beckham dubbed 'dream boy' by Nicola Peltz during romantic baking sesh

The son of David and Victoria, 21, is currently holed up in New York with model beau Nicola as they isolate together in their love nest

Ian Maguire: Cork's league campaign not for nothing, even if declared null and void

Promotion was more or less wrapped up. Tier 2 was no longer on their radar. And then, a global pandemic happened.

Online child sex abuse cases triple under lockdown in Philippines

Cases of online child sex abuse in the Philippines have tripled under coronavirus, the government said, with campaigners warning that the country's lockdown has left more children vulnerable to exploitation by human traffickers and cash-strapped relatives.

Salesforce Writes Off $25 Million as it Abandons Offices

Salesforce adds that cancelling physical events this fiscal year in favor of virtual experiences cost it $65 million. Salesforce offices meanwhile..

Man found dead at work on business park

Tragic discovery was made during the early hours

Building Your First Serverless Service With AWS Lambda Functions

Many developers are at least marginally familiar with AWS Lambda functions. They’re reasonably straightforward to set up, but the vast AWS landscape can

Indonesia rolls out public shaming for virus violators

Police in western Bengkulu province have assembled a 40-person squad to find lockdown scofflaws and force them to wear placards with promises to wear masks and keep their distance from others in future.

M&S show fans how to make Percy Pig crispy bars

These look amazing!

Madhuri Dixit Says She Will Resume Shooting Her Netflix Series When Things Return To Normalcy

In a recent interview, Madhuri Dixit shared the questions she asks herself before choosing a script, and revealed that she had started shooting for her Netflix series before the lockdown.

‘Good leaders do not plan for the next elections; they plan for the next generations’- Gov Emmanuel

Akwa Ibom state governor Mr. Udom Emmanuel has called on citizens of the state to involve themselves in constructive criticism, instead of intentionally manufacturing falsehood and slanderous articles.

Rivers community reacts as NCDC orders shutdown for 21 days

The people of Asari-Toru Local Government Area, ASALGA received the directive of the Nigeria Centre For Disease Control,(NCDC) to shut down for 21 days following the sudden demise of the executive chairman of Area, Odiari Princewill, who was said to have died from coronavirus with mixed feeling.

What's new to VOD and streaming this weekend

This week's new arrivals include Bruce McDonald's latest, deadpan Romanian crime picture The Whistlers and a cop thriller starring Mary J. Blige

Creedence Clearwater Revival’s John Fogerty Finally Performs ‘Centerfield’ At Dodger Stadium

Creedence Clearwater Revival's John Fogerty is finally living out a dream. On his 75th birthday (May 28), the rock icon got to play CCR's beloved tune "Centerfield" on an actual centre field at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. In a sweet post to social media, Fogerty revealed he and his three children played the track…

Police chiefs across US condemn officers involved in George Floyd death

Some police officers have spoken out about the actions of their fellow officers involved in the death of Floyd.

Lamborghini announces inaugural esports racing series

Italian manufacturer is conducting the racing in the Asetto Corsa Competizione game.

Interviews and video: Oklahoma filmmakers achieve sci-fi dream with acclaimed feature film debut 'The Vast of Night'

The debut feature film from Edmond director Andrew Patterson "The Vast of Night" premieres Friday on Amazon Prime Video after a stellar run on the festival circuit.

Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Science Museum Oklahoma reopening to the public next week

New precautions and procedures now in place include dozens of sanitation stations throughout the museum where guests will have access to disinfecting wipes, antimicrobial films on high-touch surfaces, enforcing social distancing, requiring all staff to wear masks and now-familiar sights like barriers at all transaction stations.

Buhari has done well in power supply, security –FG

Olalekan Adetayo, Abuja The Federal Government on Friday said the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has put the country on an irreversible road to development in the last one ye...

The End of Hong Kong?

The 1997 handover of Hong Kong from Britain to the People’s Republic of China marked the end of Western colonial rule in the region. Optimistic Western policy hands hoped that the final mending of the “unequal treaties,” as they were called by the Chinese Communist Party, would initiate Beijing’s integration

Downing Street maverick advisers have a history of damaging dependent PMs

Cummings survives because he is effective, but such relationships at the top can become a liability

Is international travel allowed yet? See when Spain, Mexico, Italy, UK plan to reopen borders

Spain has announced that it will reopen its borders to foreign tourists in July and Mexico will start reopening in June. See when others will follow.

Brazil’s Embraer drawing foreign interest after collapse of Boeing deal

China’s state-owned COMAC plane maker has voiced informal interest in co-operation with the world’s third-largest jet maker, sources said

Insider Selling: MGP Ingredients Inc (NASDAQ:MGPI) Director Sells $21,870.00 in Stock

MGP Ingredients Inc (NASDAQ:MGPI) Director Karen Seaberg sold 250 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Saturday, February 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $87.48, for a total transaction of $21,870.00. Following the sale, the director now directly owns 3,977 shares in the company, valued at approximately […]

Recipe books that could almost double as celebrity memoirs

Now is the perfect time to catch up on the best books, films, television shows, music and podcasts you might have missed.

BREAKING 'No further action' after train ticket collector spat at by passenger dies of Covid-19

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

Tyra Banks admits past 'America's Next Top Model' clip where she mocked contestant's teeth makes her 'cringe'

Tyra Banks says she still cringes over her past insensitive comments made on "America's Next Top Model."

Kinsale actor, Tony Scannell, aka The Bill's Det Sgt Ted Roach, dies

The death has taken place of Kinsale actor, Tony Scannell — best known for his role as Detective Sergeant Ted Roach in ITV show The Bill . He spent nine years with the long-running police drama, from 1984 to 1993, and briefly reprised his role in 2000.

As COVID cuts deadly path through Indiana prisons, inmates say symptoms ignored

Scottie Edwards died of COVID-19 just weeks before he would have gotten out of the Westville Correctional Facility in Indiana.

Researchers test new treatment protocol for lymphoma

Lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that develops from lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell). It has many subtypes.

CCMB paving way towards COVID-19 vaccine development

Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) on Thursday announced that it has established a stable culture of coronavirus that will enable it to work towards vaccine development to fight COVID-19.

Emma Jaye Wonders If She’s In A ‘Nightmare Or Dream Come True’ In New Song ‘Overtime’

Emma Jaye just released a new song and it contains an easter egg for her grandmother 'Baby Jane' Holzer.

13 Lucky Men Who Have Been Linked to Nina Dobrev

Nina Dobrev has romanced quite a few leading men on screen, but she's also stolen a few of her costars' hearts in real life, too. It shouldn't really come as a

Dodge Challenger ACR Will Be Muscle Car's Next Top Model: Report

A new rumor says Dodge is working an ACR version of the Challenger that would a hardcore, street-legal road course machine designed to turn corners.

Folkestone turns gold and Edvard Munch's selfies – the week in art

A giant metal kookaburra with a sense of humour, Martin Creed’s video call to inaction and a graffiti take on lockdown – all in your weekly dispatch

Nick Offerman is Selling Comedy Specials Online to Benefit America’s Food Fund

Nick Offerman comedy specials are being put up for sale online by the actor/comedian, with proceeds set to benefit America's Food Fund.

A comic for Covid-19: the tale of a plague-hit Derbyshire village

Nick Burton’s Our Plague Year draws eerie parallels between Eyam in 1665-66 and today – complete with self-sacrifice, selfish second-homers and confusing public messages

EXCLUSIVE: D.L. Hughley on Vlad Reversing His Stance on Reparations for Blacks

Part 3: DL Hughley: Families Live Paycheck to Paycheck, Corps Live Bail Out to Bail OutPart 1: DL Hughley: The Worst Virus is "Man" & the Worst...

Microsoft shares new screenshots for Microsoft Flight Simulator, focusing on the Boeing 747 aircraft

Microsoft has released a new set of community screenshots from the Alpha build of Microsoft Flight Simulator, focusing on the Boeing 747 aircraft.

New George Floyd video shows the man begging to be allowed to stand so that he can catch his breath as THREE police officers kneel on him

The brief clips provide a different angle than the widely publicized video that was filmed on Memorial Day, with 3 officers seen on George Floyd's back.

Behind Scorsese's 'Killers' Apple Deal: $200M+ Budget, "Low-Risk" for Paramount

The studio balked at a script change that flipped Leonardo DiCaprio’s role: "Smaller scale, same budget."

Cyclone Amphan: Shah Rukh Khan announces aid initiatives

Cyclone Amphan has claimed 98 lives in West Bengal

Inside Wipro's new CEO appointment: How IT firm got lucky with Thierry Delaporte

Industry observers say that Wipro has been 'sheer lucky' to get him onboard given the tepid performance of the company for over last three-four years

Lady Gaga's iconic Tiffany diamond taken off her after partying with Madonna

It's good that she has her priorities.

Rad Tourism: Chernobyl Exclusion Zone Reportedly Opens as Ukraine Eases COVID-19 Lockdown

All tourists seeking to enter the exclusion zone would have to wear protective masks and gloves, while people exhibiting symptoms of an acute viral respiratory...

India Rules Out Any Plan to Restrict Chinese Foreign Portfolio Investors

New Delhi (Sputnik): Border tension has been simmering between India and China after a skirmish between patrol parties in Ladakh's Galwan Valley sector earlier this...

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‘If You Laugh, May Your Pants Tear’- Tonto Dikeh Says As She Shares Intro Of Her Song

Nigerian actress and entrepreneur Tonto Dikeh has begged her fans not to mock her as she shared the introductory verse of her new song. Taking to Instagram, the mother of one, who started off her career as a singer, shared the audio while advertising her ‘Grub and Rub’ food show on her verified Instagram page. […]

Turkey's AK Party plans measures seen as potential obstacle to new parties

ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan’s AK Party is planning to push through measures with its nationalist allies that affect how political groups may contest elections and could hamper new opposition parties taking part in any snap elections.

After near-tragedy in Cork, coastguard urges people to stay safe over bank holiday weekend

Emergency services are appealing to people to stay within 5km of home this bank holiday weekend following a surge in callouts and three dramatic sea rescues this week.

Government formation: 'Rural Uber' and new bus laybys agreed by parties

As the final days of government formation talks are approaching, issues around rural Ireland were back to the negotiating table.

Bob Kulick, KISS and Lou Reed Guitarist, Dies at 70

His brother Bruce shared the news on social media

Britney Spears re-releases 2016 song 'Mood Ring'

May 29 (UPI) -- Britney Spears has re-released a rare 2016 song.

CNN Reporter Omar Jimenez Should Sue the Minnesota Cops Who Arrested Him

If you thought the White House’s “looting starts, shooting starts” tweet was the worst thing Friday would bring, you may be wrong. In other infuriating happenings, CNN reporter Omar Jimenez and three members of his crew were arrested in the middle of a live broadcast Friday by the Minnesota State Patrol.

Locusts attack fear in Delhi, Mumbai: No need to panic, won't enter homes

Locust swams attack in Delhi, Mumbai: Locusts tend to attack vegetation, which will keep them from entering homes and causing harm to people, but they will remain a nuisance till wind direction changes

Changes in gut mucus are linked to brain disorders

Mucus is the first line of defense against bad bacteria in our gut. But could it also be part of our defense against diseases of the brain?

C-suite employees most vulnerable to cyber attacks

Top executives want relaxed mobile security protocols despite being prime targets for cyberattacks.

How to make easy strawberry ice-cream and delicious white chocolate strawberry tarts

In association with Kids Cook

Q&A: Anatomy of the perfect team in a modernized IT environment 

What is the best way to assemble and lead a team using agile DevOps and emerging technologies – while still leveraging key legacy knowledge? Brandon Edenfield, CEO of Modern Systems outlines a strategy.

GBP/USD: New month, new falls amid a never ending Brexit story

GBP/USD cannot complain about the lack of volatility – albeit things are becoming more complex. The first week of June consists of top-tier US publica

EUR/USD: Outside overbought territory bulls will keep at the helm

Bulls are in control, as long as the EUR/USD pair remains outside the overbought territory. Nonetheless, Early June's daily chart is painting a mixed

PICTURES: Four arrests after police raid two properties in Dundee

Four people have been arrested after police raids on two properties in Dundee.

(Video) Klopp says his Liverpool squad will be remembered for generations

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has conducted a lengthy interview with club sponsor Western Union, in which he claims he had to forget the past to build a future at Anfield. The German talks about t…

(Video) Robbo rips into Mignolet for dodgy dance moves when celebrating title

Simon Mignolet shared a video of him throwing some moves at his home as Brugge were named Belgian champions, and Andy Robertson was not impressed. The Liverpool defender was given a chance to speak…

Drive-in concert to be held at Smokies Stadium

A drive-in concert is set to be held at Smokies Stadium on six dates this summer.

Australia's back in business - but nothing is usual

As the lockdown lifts, pubs, restaurants, tourism operators and funeral homes are all changing the way they operate.

First Sighting Of 2021 Nissan Frontier Reveals More Aggressive Design

Yesterday, Nissan released a video teasing its future product lineup. Although little more than the dark si...

Get an intimate tour of Lisa Waup's artist studio on Instagram Live

In collaboration with the NGV, Indigenous artist Lisa Waup is opening up her studio for a virtual tour.

Brookfield open to working with other Virgin bidders

Brookfield is back in the Virgin race. A big weekend of negotiations loom, but only two bidders can be allowed to go past Monday.

It Looks as If American Airlines Stock Is Set for a Big Return Next Year

American Airlines Will Fly with lower capacity but first must wait for passenger traffic levels increasing

Crep Protect Releases Video to Spread Social Distancing Message

Filmed on the empty streets of London.

All the Great Aussie Road Trips You'll Be Allowed to Take From June

It's almost time to start packing your cars and exploring Australia again as intrastate travel restrictions begin to ease across the country starting 1 June. Tourism Australia's picked some adventure-filled road trips that you'll be allowed to take, which is perfect timing given there's a long weekend coming up. Even...

How To Make A Workout Playlist Actually Works [Infographic]

It's no secret that the right kind of music can help you exercise: it can assist everything from synchronising your steps to galvanizing you to push past your physical limits. But first you need a good, solid playlist. The following infographic from fitness app maker sworkit explains what you should be looking for...

Scott Storch Releases First-Ever Single As A Lead Artist With "Fuego Del Calor" Ft. Ozuna & Tyga

Scott Storch recruits Ozuna and Tyga for 'Fuego Del Calor,' the super-producer's first hip hop single as a main artist. It's not secret that Scott Storch is one of the biggest producers in the game. As one of the few true super-producers in hip hop, Scott is responsible for contributing to a ton of ...

There has never been any relationship between me and Ruto – Miguna Miguna

He blocked me in 2017 - Miguna

Smart windows that self-illuminate on rainy days

Smart windows that automatically change colors depending on the intensity of sunlight are gaining attention as they can reduce energy bills by blocking the sun's visible rays during summer. But what about ...

FG asks India to account for Nigerian ‘beaten to death’

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has asked the Indian authorities to account for the death of one of its citizens in the Asian country.On Thu

Wall Street stocks mixed amid US-China tensions

NEW YORK, May 29 — Wall Street stocks were mixed early today amid rising US-China tensions as data showed a big drop in consumption spending in April but a rise in income boosted by government aid. About 25 minutes into trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average stood at 25,345.84, down 0.2 per...

PM Muhyiddin conveys Kaamatan Festival, Gawai Day greetings

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin today conveyed his Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day greetings to the people of Sabah and Sarawak. He hoped that the festivals would serve as a catalyst to forge closer multi-racial ties in the country and as a reflection of religious...

Rihanna told she would be a 'one-hit wonder' at start of career but proved critics wrong

The Umbrella singer was reminiscing on her musical career when she revealed that some people were not convinced by her musical talents 15 years ago

Aww, Apple Arcade's Got A Spongebob Game Now

It’s something fun to do while fans wait for the Battle of Bikini Bottom remaster.

7 Stocks to Buy to Ride the Vegan Wave

Plant-based foods have become big business in America. And these food stocks to buy show that America is crazy about meatless alternatives.

Report: 6 months in, Apple TV+ and Disney+ are both flying high

Apple TV+ and Disney+ are two of the newcomers to the streaming market but six months in they're doing great, according to a new report.

South Wales pharmacy launches coronavirus-killing hand sanitiser

Health Plus has produced the hand sanitiser using the highest-quality, locally-sourced materials

Costco to resume free samples in June

Costco's CFO said resuming sampling is important in making customers excite to return to Costco stores.

Gogglebox stars Jenny and Lee share tearful message for fans after series 15 finale

Best pals and Gogglebox favourites Jenny Newby and Lee Riley have shared a tearful message for fans on Twitter.

UK weather forecast – Brits bask on beaches in 27C sizzler…but remember, no parties until Monday!

SUN-seekers flocked to parks and beaches up and down the country today as temperatures soared to 27C. It comes after Boris Johnson dished out a host of new freedoms last night – telling Brits…

Inside Elon Musk’s extravagant array of mansions which the Tesla CEO is selling for more than $100m

INCREDIBLE pictures show inside the vast array of mansions which tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to sell for more than $100 million. The Tesla CEO, 48, who made the bulk of his fortune after co-fo…

Speed limit on Wolverhampton Ring Road dropping to 30mph

The speed limit on Wolverhampton's ring road is to be temporarily reduced in a bid to promote cycling and walking.

Irish artist's signed portrait of Matt Damon to be raffled for charity

Shane Gillen's signed Matt Damon portrait has already raised more than €9,000 ($10,000) for Pieta House.

Italy Roman Mosaics Uncovered

The mosaic in bright shades of red, pink, orange, purple and yellow appeared to be ‘’in a good state of conservation,’’ from what archaeologists observed after gingerly digging a trench between vineyards in the hills of Valpolicella, Gianni de Zuccato, the official in charge of archaeology in Verona

Sound the trumpet! Debt jubilees have arrived

Some of the pandemic relief policies around the world are a grand gesture towards forgiveness

Clumsy rhino at Edinburgh Zoo crashes into fence after getting head stuck in bucket

Qabid, Edinburgh zoo's Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros, was filmed by his keepers as he waited for his dinner to arrive

SZA Reacts To Lana Del Rey’s Comments: ‘That S**t Really Hurt Me’

SZA is less than thrilled with Lana Del Rey's recent comments. Last week, Del Rey posted online to denounce the idea that she glorifies abuse in her music. In an effort to make her point, she called out primary black female artists including Beyonce and Cardi B. She has since tried to clear up her…

Women’s hostel guard beaten to death in Palakkad

Murderer sneaked into hostel compound on Thursday night

Karnataka decides to embark upon agritourism

Aims to introduce aspects of agriculture and rural life to urbanites

Navi Mumbai police to cluster remaining Shramik Special passengers

Police complete region-wise quota of 1,600 per train; to club remaining travellers according to area

Fox News Autos Virtual Motorcycle Show: YOUR bikes

Ride on!

Motel bought for fire victims

The provincial government has purchased a motel to house dozens of people displaced by a fire in Campbell River last month.

2020 Broadcasting Allocation Decision Released

The Electoral Commission has released its decision on the allocation of funding to political parties for election advertising on radio, television and the internet for the 2020 General Election.

Dispensed: The untold story of Moderna — Building a new future for medicine — Startups poised to take off

Welcome to Dispensed. Inside, why teams of healthcare workers spend their days flipping seriously ill coronavirus patients onto their stomachs.

Vancouver-based mobile ordering app offers alternative to 'exorbitant fees'

The same week Vancouver's mayor threatened to cap delivery service fees at 15 per cent, a local mobile app provider is reminding restaurant owners their standard fee is already a "reasonable" rate of five per cent.

'Eagle'-eyed Dundalk gardai recover stolen golf clubs worth €1300

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German official sees Lufthansa bailout in reach, demands fairness

The Berlin government is likely to reach a deal with Brussels on a US$10 billion government bailout of stricken airline Lufthansa , senior ...

Insider Shares What Patrick Mahomes’ Mega Contract Extension Could Look Like

(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) It is without a doubt that Patrick Mahomes will be the highest paid quarterback in…

Police to assist with probe into coronavirus deaths in Scottish care homes

Police Scotland has been requested to help gather information.

Surviving Childhood and a Plastic Nightmare in Psychological Horror ‘Pin’ [Formative Fears]

Formative Fears is a column that explores how horror scared us from an early age, or how the genre contextualizes youthful phobias and trauma. From memories of things that went bump in the night, to adolescent anxieties made real through the use of monsters and mayhem, this series expresses what it felt like to be a […]

The New York Times Magazine Wins Big at the Virtual Ellies

Most winners did not get their moment in the spotlight as there were no acceptance speeches, with the exception of Esquire's David Granger.

How will consumption shape up post Covid?

With consumers confined indoors and worried about the future, health and ‘homebody’ products may be chosen over indulgences

WWE: Seth Rollins Breaks Silence On Roman Reigns’ Extended Absence From The Ring

The 'Big Dog' Roman Reigns has been missing from the action for almost three months in order to protect himself and his children from the coronavirus pandemic. Recently, his Shield brother Seth Roll

Dr. Henry local winery link

A Similkameen Valley winery is proud of its connection to B.C.'s health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry — she was one of its founding members.

When Liam Hemsworth Learnt Of Wife Miley Cyrus Cheating On Him With Kaitlynn Carter Through Social Media!

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth first met during the filming of the movie ‘The Last Song’ and instantly got attracted to each other. The two got engaged in 2012 and married in 2018. Sadly their m

How to give electric vehicle batteries a second life

James O’Brien, Product Group Director, MIVOLT, discusses how electric vehicle batteries can be given a better second life through recycling

Kogi to honour 5 NYSC members for outstanding performance

Five members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) out of the total number of 1,400 Corps Members in the 2019 Batch B, Stream 1, will be honoured by Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi for outstanding performance during their service year.

This Week in Pictures: 23 - 29 May

This Week in Pictures: 23 - 29 May. For more great photos, visit the Sputnik International website

Man charged with threatening to kill Sinn Féin MLA Sinead Ennis

A registered sex offender has appeared in court accused of threatening to kill a Sinn Féin MLA.

News: OLF,OFC urge gov’t to take report by Amnesty seriously; heed recommendations to reverse troubling human rights abuse record

Addis Abeba, May 29/2020 – In a joint statement released by opposition parties Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) and Oromo Federalist Congress (OFC) on Amnesty International’s Report, the parties urged “the federal and regional authorities to take the report by Amnesty International seriously, heed the recommendations put forth and promptly reverse ...

An environmental cleaning brand that avoids a “generic” eco tone

Design studio SomeOne has designed the visual identity for Ocean Saver, a cleaning product that uses dissolvable pods to avoid waste.

Phoenix virtual activity platform for seniors wins $50,000 in GPEC pitch contest

A Phoenix company that focuses on keeping senior citizens active and connected as they age won a $50,000 grant provided by the Pakis Center for Business Philanthropy at the Arizona Community Foundation as part of a digital pitch competition hosted by the Greater Phoenix Economic Council.

Watch: Vindu Dara Singh flies from Chandigarh to Mumbai, shares glimpses from the airport

Williams: "Expecting to have new investors within four months"

Due to the breakup of the short marriage between ROKit and Williams, the British team has to look for a new title sponsor. The team has ridden under the name of ROKiT for one season, but before the 2020 season has started, the old team has to start looking for a new sponsor.

Larry Fitzgerald helps boy celebrate end of cancer treatment

A 9-year-old boy from South Dakota is celebrating being cancer-free and he got a special congratulations from one of Arizona’s biggest sports stars.

Hospitality sector expects demand to pick by Q4 2020: Survey

COVID-19: Police arrests, cautions and releases suspects

The targeted shops included those situated along Kampala Road, Nasser Road, Nkurumah, Nakasero, Ben Kiwanuka, Kyaggwe, Dastur streets, among others.

Burger King in Pride Park opens for drive-thru customers

A limited menu is on offer

EastEnders stars Louisa Lytton and Rob Kazinsky selling videos to fans for £20 to make money during soap shutdown

EASTENDERS stars Louisa Lytton and Rob Kazinsky are selling messages to fans for as little as £20 to make money during soap shutdown. The actors joined online video service Cameo, where a personali…

720 HP Manhart MHX5 BMW X5 M is asking for over €200,000

Tuner Manhart Performance is offering some of the most ludicrous tuning kits for BMW cars. The Manhart MHX5 700 is no exception.

How Drones Are Helping Police Nab Nairobi Escapees

Police officers are now using drones to enhance the cessation of movement in and out of the Nairobi Metropolitan area and...

TPAD 2 System for TSC Teachers: All You Need to Know

The Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development (TPAD) system 2 enhances professional growth and learning outcomes as...

Fomer EastEnders actor Aaron Sidwell fears he might earn nothing this year

Actor Aaron Sidwell says he could easily earn nothing this year.

Carol Vorderman wows BBC viewers with daringly tight keyhole dress

Carol Vorderman looks sensational in the age-defying getup.

Two New Asian Giant Hornet Sightings in Pacific Northwest

The sightings, both of individual dead hornets, expand the area currently being patrolled by scientists hoping to track and eradicate the invasive insect

These are the new rules all KFC customers must now follow for their fried chicken fix

"See you on the other side of the perspex screen"

Logan Director Reveals Why Hugh Jackman Never Wore Wolverine’s Mask

Director James Mangold revealed why Hugh Jackman never put on the mask and confessed that he never believed Fox would greenlight his daring idea involving Professor X.

Saumitra Singh Announces His Debut Feature On Biker Anam Hashim, Who Does Stunts As A Sport!

Director Saumitra Singh, who earlier helmed two award-winning short films The Wallet and Painful Pride is now gearing up for his grand feature debut titled Anam. The film is based on a 21-year old girl, who does stunts as a sport. Thus, making Anam India’s first sports stunt film. However, the cast hasn’t been locked

Sebi imposes Rs 28 lakh fine on 14 individuals for fraudulent share trading

Sebi has levied Rs 28 lakh fine paid jointly or severally by 14 individuals.

5th Anniversary: Buhari has led Nigeria backward by 60 years, says HURIWA

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has lamented that the current government has dragged Nigeria backward in terms of all identifiable human development indices by about 60 years or more.

Belfast bar wins dispute over draught pint deliveries

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There were safety risks around WAMCO junction on the Takoradi to Sekondi road on Wednesday when scores of residents put their lives in danger and besieged an accident scene to draw fuel.

People & Places: Staple food, culture and major landmarks of Osu

In the first episode, of this documentary, the Wor-Lumor of Osu revealed that the Ga people are descendants of the tribe of Levi adding that they were the people that carried the Ark of Covenant to Ethiopia.

CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews last night's TV: Should you raise your child to be a burger babe or a kung fu kid?

CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Robin and Rin won the first round, with a regime based on martial arts training and chess. They aim to raise 'scholar-warriors'.

Address challenges of PWDs – Group tells EC

A group of persons with disability has raised red flags over the “persistent stance” of the Electoral Commission (EC) to compile a new voters’ register ahead of the 2020 general elections.

Ghana's daily infection rate slightly decreasing - Dr Badu Sarkodie

Dr Badu Sarkodie, the Director of Public Health, Ghana Health Service (GHS), on Thursday said although the country's daily rate of new COVID-19 infections are decreasing, the curve is not sharp enough.

Elephant poachers arrested at Vamboi

Elephants form part of the endangered species in Ghana, despite several efforts by the Wildlife Division of the Forestry Commission to protect these animals, activities of poachers continue to prevail in some parts of the country.

My comment to EC was not a threat – Mornah schools 'overexcited' Ghana Police Service

Bernard Mornah says his recent statement that has generated controversy was only offering counsel to the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana.

Governor's austerity measures at Raj Bhavan to aid COVID-19 relief work

Take steps to help realty sector: Sharad Pawar seeks PM Modi's intervention to revive sector

Chinese Tian’he carrying Pakistani flag returns from its space journey

The Embassy of Pakistan in China had handed over the national flag of Pakistan for the space voyage to CMSA in Beijing on 11 February 2020, read the official statement

Philippines gears up to reopen tourism

Department of Tourism (DOT), Philippines is preparing for the re-opening once places are classified under the modified general community quarantine…

Japan dispels reports that it will subsidise trips for foreign tourists

Media reports began circulating earlier this month that Japan will launch a campaign that will involve paying for half of foreign tourists’ trips to the country

Last Blockbuster Video Store Still Going Strong

After several weeks of staying at home in self isolation, the idea of browsing around a video store seems both quaint and delightful at the same time.

Survey: 26% of Navajo Tech students lack Internet, computers

A survey conducted by Navajo Technical University found that around 26% of its students lack access to either the Internet or a computer.

Boston's Museum of Fine Arts to buy work from 24 artists

Even as Boston's Museum of Fine Arts remains closed, curators remain at work on building out its contemporary art collection.

49ers edge rusher Dee Ford aims for healthy second season

San Francisco edge rusher Dee Ford had an “extensive cleanup” operation for the tendinitis in his left knee that limited his effectiveness in his first season with the 49ers.

Ex-Colts GM Ryan Grigson joins Browns' staff as top adviser

Former Colts general manager Ryan Grigson was hired Friday as a senior adviser for the Cleveland Browns, reuniting with general manager Andrew Berry.

New Voters Register: Just boycott 2020 general elections – NDC told

In 1992, the NPP and other opposition parties due to suspicions of electoral manipulations and cheating boycotted the parliamentary elections. The paper, ‘stolen verdict’ was written to make a case.

From being threatened by bikies to sitting with grieving mothers: how regional reporting shaped me

The newspaper I started out at is closing – it’s now a lot harder to tell important stories

Minnesota National Guard Activated To Contain George Floyd Protests

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has activated his state’s National Guard in the wake of the George Floyd protests according to The Hill. Protests in the streets have morphed into what some have ...

Justin Bieber Shows Off His Massive Tattoo Collection & Chiseled Torso In Hot New TikTok Video

Justin Bieber showed off his chest tattoos & torso muscles while shirtless in a new TikTok dance video.

Rep. Tim Ryan's Big Idea: Giving Americans a mental timeout

The Big Idea is a series that asks top lawmakers and officials to discuss their moonshot — what’s the one proposal, if politics and polls and even price tag were not an issue, they’d implement to change the country for the better?

Shoojit Sircar on What Made Him Move Gulabo Sitabo to Amazon Prime: I Have a History of Films Not Releasing

Shoojit Sircar says he understands the point of view of the theatre owners and had he been in their place, he would have been upset too. However, what he has done is in the best interest of his film Gulabo Sitabo.

Dance Pop Genius And Stupid Interludes: First Impressions Of Lady Gaga’s ‘Chromatica’

'Chromatica' is one of Gaga's greatest records, despite some very obvious missteps.

North American Fintech Firms have Better Access to Regulatory Sandboxes because of United-States-Mexico-Canada Free Trade Agreement: Report

More than $30 billion worth of transactions a year are carried out via the US-Mexico remittance corridor, which is notably one of the world’s largest cross-bo

Dining in Europe after coronavirus: Restaurants get creative to lure tourists back

Restaurateurs want to adhere to social distancing rules while also trying to serve as many customers as health and safety measures will allow.

Union County sheriff says he won’t interfere with in-person graduation plans

The Union County School Board called an emergency board meeting tonight to discuss plans for graduation.

Nearly 1 million people now applying for unemployment benefits in North Carolina

The North Carolina Department of Commerce continues to update its statistics regarding unemployment claims filed during the coronavirus pandemic.

Target is closing 24 stores in Minnesota 'until further notice' amid looting and protests following the death of George Floyd

Target is closing 10 locations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as 14 more in the surrounding region.

Food Is Essential, So Sell Naked Puts On Performance Food Group

We love businesses that are essential to humans. Food distribution is one such business, and Performance Food Group is a value play. Selling naked puts against

7 in 10 Australian businesses have seen revenue loss due to the coronavirus, according to new ABS figures

The coronavirus has had a massive impact on Australian businesses.

Man who bound, murdered Vancouver Island teen still a risk to public: parole board

Kimberly Proctor’s killer is still ‘mismanaging emotions,’ has had ‘temper tantrums’

Time for a tipi party

Kwurk Events are the first tipi hire company in the Algarve, specialising in weddings, private parties, corporate events and pop up bars.

Situation in the country is favourable, but in Lisbon it is worrying

The President of the Republic on 28 May considered that "the photograph" of the evolution of the covid-19 pandemic in the country "is favourable", but admitted concern about the situation in the Lisbon region, where the number of infected has grown.

Cristiano Ronaldo to the rescue?

Despite there being a slim chance of SC Olhanense overturning the Portugal Football Federation (FPF) decision to deny them promotion to the Segunda Liga, the players took the initiative to garner support from the mighty Cristiano Ronaldo in their campaign for justice.

PGH accepts Lopez Group offer to expand hospital’s COVID-19 testing capacity

The Philippine General Hospital (PGH) has accepted an offer from the Lopez Group to help the state university hospital increase 10 times its capability to test for the virus SARS-CoV-2, the causative agent of the dreaded coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Within the month, Lopez-controlled First Gen Corporation and ABS-CBN Corporation will complete an ongoing donation of P46 million worth of new machines and lab equipment that will expand the hospital’s COVID-19 testing capacity from 150 to 1,500 tests per shift.  The donated equipment will allow more automation and increase the volume of testing. Under a newly signed agreement between First Gen and the University of the Philippines (UP), First Gen is allowing PGH through UP the free use of a system of laboratory machines for conducting tests known as reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). PGH is administered by UP, a state university. The RT-PCR test is a two-step process of first extracting the viral genetic material of SARS-CoV-2 from a patient’s…

Pandemic causes surge in demand for sports cards

The sports card industry has experienced somewhat of a renaissance in recent years, but demand has exploded in the last three months during the pandemic.

Five richest Australians revealed

Surging iron ore prices and a tech sector winning from the work-at-home revolution sees former No. 1 Rich Lister Anthony Pratt bumped from the top five.

ACLU Exploits Pandemic to Promote Abortion

The ACLU filed a lawsuit challenging an FDA rule that requires women to have an in-person clinic visit to obtain drugs to induce an abortion.

Gugudan's Mina to leave her MC position on 'Show! Music Core' after over 2 years

On May 29, MBC's 'Show! Music Core' confirmed Gugudan member Mina's departure as the program's sole female MC. Mina will be hold…

Glazed or jelly? Doughnuts lure city-roaming Florida bear into trap | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

FORT MYERS, Fla. >> Glazed or jelly? A black bear roaming around a Florida city proved no match for the doughnuts that lured the animal into a humane trap.

Transport minister: New awareness campaign against drink driving in works

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The Transportation Ministry is set to roll out a communication plan to educate the public on the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol, said Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong The transport minister said this will be done by convening a taskforce with the Attorney...

Industry chorus: Package not much help, govt must do the heavy lifting

The survey was conducted after the latest round of easing, and the respondents included large companies, regional trade bodies, and also some small and medium enterprises across the manufacturing and services sectors.

Help pours in but teen cyclist is happy to return to school

The story of the 15-year-old’s decision to buy a second-hand cycle and pedal from Gurgaon to Bihar’s Darbhanga, has touched many — from politicians to bureaucrats, business tycoons to NRIs.

5G Networks and COVID-19: Any link? - The Nation Nigeria

Attracting my attention presently, is the debate on possible link of the Fifth-Generation Communication Networks (5G) to the COVID-19...

Let’s tell this story properly - The Nation Nigeria

Today is the anniversary of many a governor and President Muhammadu Buhari. It marks the fifth anniversary of the president and marks either the first...

Tara Duncan Named Freeform President

Freeform tapped producer Tara Duncan as its new president. Duncan comes to Freeform from Hulu, where she was under an overall deal.

Amazon Studios Movies Co-Head Ted Hope Exits Post for Producing Deal

Ted Hope, co-head of motion picture production at Amazon Studios, will exit his post to go back to producing, entering a first-look deal with Amazon.

All 58 Marvel Movies Ranked, From Worst to Best

Decades of big screen Marvel adaptations demand a long, ranked list -- especially when so many of us are stuck at home in quarantine

‘Jersey Shore’: The Girls Write A ‘Raunchy’ Speech For Angelina’s Wedding & Are Certain ‘She’ll Love It’

On The May 28 episode of 'Jersey Shore,' Snooki, JWoww and Deena write a speech for Angelina's wedding, which they think she'll love.

Coming soon: Bulletproof coatings made from shrimps and mushrooms

Jon Snow vs John Snow: Who was the English fast bowler journalist Ashutosh was referring to?

Consortium Created To Promote Zero-Emission Electric Vessels

Electric bikes, electric cars, electric vans, electric trucks — we keep electrifying bigger and bigger vehicles. Next on the plate are large ocean vessels and airplanes. Regarding the latter, we've covered oodles of startup and large corporate efforts to get electric aircraft off the ground. (Pun not initially intended.) Regarding electric ocean vessels, that appears

GM Chinese Brand Wuling Launches New Electric Minivan

Originally published on EV Obsession. Wuling, a brand of General Motors, recently launched its first electric minivan. The Rong Guang EV, which is an electrified upgrade to the 2008 Rong Guang, will have two variants that will meet the needs of businesses and personal users. For businesses, the commercial version will have a sealed side and back

How well do Germans understand weather risks?

Germans have difficulty gauging the negative impact of weather conditions such as ground frost, heat, or UV radiation. This is one of the key results of a representative survey conducted by researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development, published in Weather, Climate, and Society. The study's authors advocate new impact forecasts that predict not only what the weather will be, but also what it will do.

VICTOR JOECKS: Ford supports discrimination against Asian-Americans

In the name of diversity, Attorney General Aaron Ford supports discriminating against Asian Americans.

Kate’s Week in Food: The biggest truffle festival outside Europe + unmissable rooftop dining!

RAISE THE ROOF Plenty of indoor venues opening up as of 1st of June, but there are some al fresco areas coming back too – The Rooftop at QT among them. As is required, all bookings at the roo…

Buhari’s herculean task of lifting countrymen out of despair, poverty

Having shrugged off the challenge of Atiku Abubakar, the candidate of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at last year’s polls, President Muhammadu Buhari

Huawei Y7p: Differentiator for mid-market smartphones remains camera quality

Promoted | Smartphones in developing nations play a crucial role in economic development – but it’s preserving memories, and getting arty, that sways most consumers.

Delta Goodrem Just Covered ‘The Nanny’ Theme Song And It’s A Work Of Art

Delta Goodrem has applied her singular and strange talents to a cover of the theme song of beloved American sitcom 'The Nanny.'

Basketball Hall of Fame delays Kobe Bryant's enshrinement ceremony

The Naismith Basketball Memorial Hall of Fame said on Thursday the enshrinement ceremony for the Class of 2020, a group that includes the late Kobe Bryant,

Tidal adds Dolby Atmos Music support to TVs, speakers and soundbars

Subscribers to Tidal’s HiFi tier can access some improved sound smarts with the right kit

Young men seen releasing balloons into the sea off Plymouth Hoe

Shocked bystander believes that as many as 50 were dropped into the water - posing a threat to marine life

How the COVID-19 Pandemic Is Affecting Your Sex Drive

World disorder is wrecking time in the bedroom.

SD 73 ready for students

The Kamloops-Thompson School District is just days away from welcoming back students on a part-time and voluntary basis.

Stonewalled on mussels

Earlier this month, the Okanagan Basin Water Board reminded the public that the battle against invasive mussels hasn't gone away during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Swastika found at trailhead

A Kelowna man took it upon himself to deal with an apparent racist act of vandalism on the KLO Creek Trail near Gallagher's Canyon.

Heightened interaction between neolithic migrants and hunter-gatherers in Western Europe

This study reports new genome-wide data for 101 prehistoric individuals from 12 archaeological sites in today's France and Germany, dating from 7000-3000 BCE, and documents levels of admixture between expanding early Neolithic farmers and local hunter-gatherers seen nowhere else in Europe.

History taking flight

These days, building a community airport may not be that big a deal. But when the Vernon airport officially opened in 1931, most of the town turned out.

FDI into India increased 18 per cent to $73 billion in 2019-20

This will spur job creation, says Union Minister Piyush Goyal

Stine Goya on Rethinking Scale — and the Runway

The popular Danish label's creative director and ceo speak of their decision to skip two fashion week seasons, scale down collections and accelerate their sustainability commitments.

New Recycling Consortium an Open Call to Curb Textile Waste in Philly

Recycling start-up Retrievr makes an open call to fashion brands to partake in the recycling journey in Philadelphia.

Stimulus Checks Fuel U.S. Retail Sales but Global Picture Remains Dim

Consumers new to online shopping are helping to drive sales.

From Rashami Desai To Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’s Asit Kumarr Modi, TV Celebs Answer If ‘Working From Home Is The New Normal’

Even though the Maharashtra government has considered requests from the film and TV industries to resume work safely after the lockdown, there's still the COVID-19 scare. So should shooting from hom

#FlashbackFriday: When The Office’s John Krasinski Opened Up On Losing Captain America’s Role To Chris Evans!

#FlashbackFriday: Chris Evans made his MCU debut with Captain America: The First Avenger in 2011. But the role was first offered to The Office actor, John Krasinski. Chris is perfect as Steve Rogers

Karnataka on alert over locust invasion

Entomologist says Amphan may have changed the wind direction leading to change of route

American 'hamburger master' who hid in Taiwan for 13 years extradited

Wanted man who hid in Taiwan where he committed domestic violence finally extradited to US

Stress induced arthritis: Know how to deal with it naturally

Stress contributes significantly to the development of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Know how to deal with this condition.

Poor families ate less during lockdown, says survey

The findings are part of the Livelihoods Survey conducted by researchers at the Centre for Sustainable Employment, Azim Premji University.

Salsa, home-style: The fine art of learning Latin dancing without knocking over living room decor

From our series 'How I became a boss at', an account of learning salsa dancing: 'Latin dancing is neither relaxed nor leisurely. But learning it was a fulfilling experience, because instead of being idle, I found my limbs swaying each time a Latin music beat played'

Vice president says Taiwan’s native languages protect sovereignty

Lai Ching-de says example of Hong Kong shows why protecting native languages is important

NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE releases featured materials

Press materials are now available for NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE, a dynamic virtual event showcasing new research findings and timely discussions on food and nutrition. The online meeting will be held June 1-4, 2020.

Into the Archives: Stylists’ Personal Collections

The coronavirus lockdown has shown the industry that quality rules over quantity, promoting greater emphasis on artistry and craftsmanship.

Taking a deep look into animals

Advances in neuroscience research and microscopy: a new technique makes it possible to clear a wide variety of different animals, making them transparent and allowing researchers to look deep into their organs and nervous systems.

Please see special handling

A new study highlights the risks of pulmonary complications in patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection who undergo surgery, according to an observational study of 1,128 patients across 24 countries, published in The Lancet. The study was conducted between 1 January and 31 March 2020 and included data from hospitals mainly in Europe and America with ongoing SARS-CoV-2 infection outbreaks.

Wall Street has billions to lose in China from rising strain

Five big US banks had a combined $70.8 billion of exposure to China in 2019.

COVID-19 test kits now being sold in black markets, NCDC raises alarm

abuja—Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, Chikwe Ihekweazu, said yesterday Nigerians have started COVID-19

Quarantine could hit tourism, warns Wrekin MP Mark Pritchard

A Shropshire MP has called for more flexibility in the Government's quarantine laws for overseas visitors.

Telford entrepreneur's relaxing boost for tired key workers

A Shropshire candlemaker handed out her new relaxing oil products to key workers all over the county.

Planned Tasley garden village could include doctors' surgery

A proposed garden village development near Bridgnorth could contain a small doctors' surgery.

Virtual marketplace helps firms sell wares online

Businesses adapting to lockdown can now sell their products directly to customers online through a virtual marketplace.

Coronavirus cases spur California county to stall reopening | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

SACRAMENTO, Calif. >> The first California county to backpedal on its reopening plan wasn’t one of the urban areas that agitated to reopen or a coastal area where beaches draw crowds but a remote outpost that didn’t have a single known coronavirus case until last week.

Inquest hears MoD man's death likely down to asbestos exposure

Asbestos exposure likely led to the death of a government aeronautical mathematician, an inquest has found.

Malaysians mock Indonesian TV drama after double amputee’s hands accidentally appear from under actor’s shirt (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 ― An Indonesian drama series is getting all the attention on Malaysian social media for the wrong reasons. Berkah Taubat Pelukis Kaligrafi aired on Indonesian television, centres around a character named Hanif, played by actor Sidik Eduard, whose arms were amputated following...

Anwar denies speculation that he is taking over as Selangor MB, says rumours are by traitors

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today denied speculations that he was aiming for the Selangor mentri besar post. In his Facebook Live session today, Anwar said he had instructed the party leadership to support and cooperate with Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari as the...

Article 30, allowing minorities to establish educational institutes, discriminatory: Kailash Vijayvargiya

The Congress called Vijayvargiya’s comments an attempt to whip up communal passions at a time when the country is struggling with the coronavirus pandemic.

Don Conroy tells how career is soaring age 70 and believes being forced to retire at 65 is ridiculous

Exclusive: The iconic Irish TV personality is making a virtual comeback!

Wellington sewage spill brings waste trucks back to street days after they were retired

A burst pipe sent human waste onto the footpath.

Redesigned leather Apple Watch bands could be coming soon

A new set of leather Apple Watch bands surfaced online in a variety of colors and a redesigned no-loop feel.

Ask Dr. NerdLove: How Do I Recover From Being A Lifelong Fuckup?

Hello, all you Twitternet spooklets of sexcrime, and welcome to Ask Dr. NerdLove, the only advice column that helps you find real love in a virtual world....

Jaishankar discusses post-COVID-19 economic recovery with EU foreign policy chief

 External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday held discussions with European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell on initiatives to promote post-Corona economic recovery and preparations

Migrant Couple Names Baby Boy Sonu Sood To Thank The Actor For Getting Them Home

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Remember Lancia? It's Not Dead Yet And Has New Special Edition Ypsilon

To celebrate the launch of the Ypsilon Hybrid, Lancia has introduced the EcoChic version with a distinctive Maryne exterior finish inspired by the color of the sea.

Westmoreland Municipal Corporation to open new headquarters on Monday

WESTERN BUREAU: AFTER SEVERAL missed deadlines, Savanna-la-Mar’s Mayor Bertel Moore is adamant that the newly built Westmoreland Municipal Corporation (WMC) headquarters will be opened on June 1, albeit it not being 100 per cent completed. “We...

Coronavirus fears slow CRH blood donations – doc

WESTERN BUREAU: Fears emanating from the COVID-19 pandemic have caused concerns about blood donations to spiral at Cornwall Regional, the hospital’s senior medical officer has said. Dr Derrick Harvey made the observation during an interview with...

Some couples unfazed as registry weddings fall

COVID-19 has put many significant events on hold, but many couples have remained determined to tie the knot. The Registrar General’s Department (RGD) offers registry weddings at 10 locations islandwide and has been an ideal option for scores bound...

Young men urged to use COVID-19 to educate and create

THE ECONOMIC fallout resulting from COVID-19 has left many people jobless and is affecting the ability of men living in inner-city communities who are constrained from their daily ‘hustle’ to provide for their families and loved ones. Jerome...

St Bess ready to confront COVID-19, hurricane season

WESTERN BUREAU: DESPITE DECLARING itself as being in an advanced state of readiness as it relates to handling both COVID-19 and the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season, the St Elizabeth Municipal Corporation says it will need additional funding to be...

Work from home set to become new norm for BPO sector

WESTERN BUREAU: Some of the leading developers of space in western Jamaica are now taking a wait-and-see attitude towards the COVID-19 sparked work-from-home (WFH) arrangement, which some outsourcing firms are expressing an interest in expanding....

Chuck wants all JPs to fall under one umbrella

WESTERN BUREAU: THE SITUATION which sees some parishes having two separate organisations representing justices of the peace (JPs) is poised to become a thing of the past, as Justice Minister Delroy Chuck has issued an edict to end the practice and...

May Pen Hospital outpatient department gets needed facelift

Thanks to Kaleidoscope Paints, the May Pen Hospital outpatient department now has a fresh, clean look. CEO of the hospital Andrade Sinclair told The Gleaner that the building was in dire need of a facelift as it had not been painted in three...

Dialysis and COVID-19, a scary mix for renal patients

Western Bureau: The advent of COVID-19 has created a new challenge for diabetic patients with end-stage renal disease as, despite their conditions, they are forced, at least twice per week, to operate within the restrictions as it relates to social...

15-year-old hit by brain tumour needs help

WESTERN BUREAU: Fifteen-year-old Anchovy High School student Kaylia Pinnock is in desperate need of help to get medical attention for a grade two brain tumour, which has left her facing an uncertain future and plunging her mother, Velma Latchman,...

Supreme Ventures, PSOJ team up to assist Gregory Park residents

SUPREME VENTURES Group (SVG) Executive Chairman Gary Peart led a team through the streets of Gregory Park, St Catherine, as part of COVID-19 relief efforts orchestrated by the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) to support struggling...

NASA Astronauts Start Epic Journey In Tesla Model X SUVs — Of Course

The day coming soon when NASA astronauts launch into space again is one that will leave us with tears in our eyes and chills running down our spines — from joy, pride, and love. It is history in the making, dreams coming true, and another step for humanity and Americans.

New test may help detect prostate cancer earlier and with greater accuracy

A new type of test that uses complex sugars to detect prostate cancer earlier and with greater accuracy is being developed by researchers at the University of Birmingham.

AP PHOTOS: Italians say 'ciao' to unkempt lockdown locks

Two months of lockdown have left style-conscious Italians looking less well-groomed than usual. But as of last week, hair salons and barber shops are back in business, welcoming young and old in need

SwRI receives $1.9 million to identify potential treatments for COVID-19

Using Department of Defense supercomputers, Southwest Research Institute is virtually screening millions of drug compounds to search for and test possible treatment options for the novel coronavirus 2019.

Lockdown Diaries: Don’t drop the Covid-ball – I need to get out

Staying at home all day, every day can get a man down – especially if you, like me, stay alone.

Driver runs over protester at George Floyd protest in Denver

There is no word on the condition of the protester.

Afterpay says it 'rejects' the notion of performing credit checks on its customers. Here's why their arguments don't add up.

Afterpay has gone out on the defensive yet again, as calls for it to be brought into line persist.

Daughters of Trainspotting stars Robert Carlyle and Ewan McGregor launch music careers

Ava Carlyle and Esther McGregor have both paved the way for exciting new music projects.

Gangs of Edinburgh: How the vice sex trade took off in the capital

The late Margaret 'Madam Moneybags' Paterson was eventually jailed after officers raided her home and discovered she was in charge of prostitutes across the country.

Sex beast caged after assaulting sleeping woman at house in East Lothian

Jack McInally assaulted the 21-year-old woman at a North Berwick house in March 2018.

Kentucky Derby contender Nadal retired due to broken leg

Nadal, one of the top contenders for the postponed Kentucky Derby, was retired Thursday after breaking his left foreleg during a workout at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, Calif.

Mandarin Oriental Taipei plans mass layoffs in June

Future of hotel in doubt, 39 hotel employees already sent home and 212 on list of next round of layoffs

Pope ‘begging for alms’ a solidarity call

On a street in Milan, the capital of Italy’s Lombardy region, which has been hit particularly hard by the coronavirus pandemic, Pope Francis begs for alms, his cassock in tatters. In another, the Argentine pontiff lies on a cardboard mattress, his famous black briefcase under his head as a pillow. Next to him someone has stuffed banknotes into a red cup reading “charity.” Another of Italian activist AleXsandro Palombo’s new works shows the Madonna and Child begging. Palombo said his works were a call for solidarity in the face of a sharp rise in poverty caused by the coronavirus lockdown. Last month, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development forecast that 27 percent of Italians could fall into poverty were they to forego three months of income, in a report based on 2018 data. “Today, more than ever, we need to be aware of the needs of others, of those who are going through or are about to go through a moment of extreme need,” he said in a statement. “Each one of us can make a difference by helping…

Bayanihan law draws support

Two senators on Thursday filed separate bills to extend the validity of the Bayanihan to Heal as One Act, giving President Rodrigo Duterte more time during which he can realign appropriations under the national budget to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 pandemic.

Pinoy seafarer kills himself as cruise ship trapped at sea

A Filipino cruise ship crew member died last week of self-inflicted harm, the US Coast Guard said as it confirmed the latest in a series of apparent suicides among such workers trapped at sea because of the coronavirus pandemic.

5.2 quake jolts north Luzon

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake rocked San Fernando, La Union yesterday at 1:15 p.m.

23 DySPs transferred

Director General of Police Dilbag Singh ordered transfers and postings of 23 Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySPs). As per the order, Jamrood Singh has

UNIVERSITY: An idea of excellence

A university is an academic institution of higher learning committed to disseminate and create knowledge, deliver quality education, work for national

Trump cruises on caps lock to claim mail-in voting will 'LEAD TO THE END' for Republicans

Despite the Trump administration's alarming characterization of voter and mail-in voting fraud, real-life cases have been scant.

Set-up CAT benches at Srinagar, Jammu: JKAP

Jammu Kashmir Apni Party on Thursday demanded constitution of permanent CAT benches at Srinagar and Jammu.  In a statement the party senior leader Rafi

DC Budgam reviews pandemic situation

Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Shahbaz Ahmed Mirza, today, convened a meeting to have a firsthand appraisal of covid-19 pandemic cases, treatment and

A mislaid path for PAS — Liew Chin Tong

MAY 29 — The existing arrangement of Muafakat Nasional between PAS and Umno is not as straightforward as one plus one equals two. There's more to this than meets the eye. As a political science student researching on PAS and later as a politician working closely with PAS leaders, I often lamented...

Cosmic Girls's Exy & (G)I-DLE's Yuqi take on a mission to become friends in new 1theK series 'Today Is Our First Day'

Starting this May 29 at 9 PM KST, global K-Pop media platform 1theK will be launching a brand new project to help various idol group member…

Raktanchal actor Nikitin Dheer: Happy to start my web career with a character like Waseem Khan

Nikitin Dheer on his first web series Raktanchal, playing Waseem Khan in the crime drama, and why his character of Tangaballi from Chennai Express will always remain special.

Film photographer Ashok Variava: With lockdown restrictions getting relaxed, we are hopeful

As general secretary of the Bollywood Photographer Association, Ashok Variava is aware of the struggle 600-odd colleagues are facing amid the coronavirus-induced lockdown.

Vulcan Is Closing 'The Living Computers: Museum + Labs' In Seattle

Flexagon writes: Buried in the news of several closures by Vulcan, a venture by the late Paul Allen, is that Seattle's Living Computers museum is among the closures, along with Seattle's Cinerama movie theater. "Two museums under the Vulcan wing, closed because of the pandemic, will also remain sh...

More central banks eye yield curve control. How does Japan's work?

TOKYO — The Bank of Japan’s yield curve control (YCC) is drawing attention from other central banks, including the U.

'End of Sentence' Film Review: John Hawkes and Logan Lerman Take an Affecting Irish Road Trip

In Elfar Adalsteins' drama, the two actors prove to be subtle, naturalistic performers who spin gold out of settings that could easily seem clichéd

PUBG Mobile Mysterious Jungle mode releases on June 1

PUBG Mobile India Series 2020 tournament recently which would go on for about a month and involve several teams that compete in a preliminary round and some invitees too

WATCH: Continuing education for AlphaKids at home

Raya School Co-founder and School Director Ani Almario talks about what parents can do to adapt to the realities of education at home

COVID-19 impact: Get ready for a 15-20% cut in salary offers in UAE

Businesses in the UAE are definitely not in a generous mood when it comes to hiring

New Zealand Government Seeking To Expand Its Internet Censorship Powers

New Zealand has been in the censorship business for years, but the government appears to believe it's still not doing enough...

Appliance, garment manufacturers, restaurants to be worst-impacted in FY21: CRISIL

Coronavirus impact: E-tail, according to the report will be an exception as e-grocers such as BigBasket and Grofers, online marketplaces such as Amazon and Flipkart have seen a surge in demand and delivering essential items

Trump will claim coronavirus success but first must define it

For President Trump to win a second term in the White House, strategists in both parties agree voters must have the perception he successfully managed the coronavirus outbreak and its economic fallout. But that first means a pitched battle with supporters of presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden to define success.

Japan bankruptcies seen rising to seven-year high amid pandemic

A global economic slowdown triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic is causing companies to go out of business around the world.

Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma hosting live-stream premiere of Broadway musical 'Allegiance' starring George Takei and Lea Salonga

In partnership with Broadway On Demand, Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma will receive 25% of every ticket sold as a donation.

Chef Rocco's Steak Fajita Platter with Peppers

Best-selling author and celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito shares a recipe to spice up your quarantine cooking!

Ballarat Heritage Weekend 2020 moves online with stacked program

It's a massive program, and you can help the city's actors and entertainers to get through the pandemic crisis

The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics

Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.

Give 12-hour air time on national TV, 2-hour radio slot for school lessons: Maharashtra Govt to Centre

While the prolonged lockdown has forced schools and tutors to go virtual, concerns have prevailed regarding the loss of school time and the continuity of education for the underprivileged children who do not have access to smartphones and the internet.