Unknown gunmen attack Syrian intelligence checkpoint in Daraa

BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:00 P.M.) – A group of unknown gunmen carried out an attack on a checkpoint belonging to the Syrian Air Force Intelligence in eastern Daraa this morning. According to local reports, the gunmen, who were suspected to be members of a Free Syrian Army (FSA), Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) or Islamic State (ISIS/ISIL/IS/Daesh) sleeper cell, opened fire on the checkpoint before fleeing in an unknown direction. The reports said there were casualties among the Syrian Air Force Intelligence personnel; however, the total dead and wounded is unknown. These attacks by the FSA, HTS, and ISIS sleeper cells have decreased over the last four months, thanks in large part to the increase of Syrian Army troops in the Daraa Governorate. However, with the absence of Syrian military personnel in some of the reconciled towns in the Daraa Governorate, it has been difficult to crackdown on these sleeper cells.

Turkish military, allied militants launch heavy attack in northeast Syria

BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:00 P.M.) – The Turkish Army, alongside their allied militants, launched a fresh attack on the Abu Rasin area of the Al-Hasakah Governorate this afternoon. According to reports from northeast Syria, the Turkish Army and their allied militants launched several artillery shells and rockets towards the Syrian Democratic Forces’ (SDF) positions near the town of Zarqan. As a result of this attack by the Turkish Army and their allies, one civilian was killed in the town of Tal Al-Ward. The Syrian Democratic Forces and Syrian Arab Army (SAA) have yet to respond to this latest attack by the Turkish Army.

Syrian Army, Russian military enter strategic area in northern Raqqa

BEIRUT, LEBANON (4:40 P.M.) – Syrian Arab Army (SAA) units, accompanied by Russian military police, entered a new strategic area that overlooks the Aleppo-Hasakah Highway after the withdrawal of the Turkish Army and their militant allies. According to a military report from northern Syria, the Syrian Arab Army and Russian military police entered the strategic silo town of Sharkrak, which is adjacent to the international highway (M-4) in the northern countryside of Al-Raqqa. The reports said that the deployment of the Syrian Army units around the silos came after the withdrawal of the Turkish army and their allied militants in the ‘Ayn ‘Issa District of the Al-Raqqa Governorate. Previously, Sharkrak was under the control of the Turkish Army and their allies after they captured the area from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). However, per an agreement between Turkey and Russia, the Syrian Arab Army and Russian military were given access to this area for the first time in several years.

Syrian Army launches heavy attack across southern Idlib

BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:30 A.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) artillery and missile teams unleashed a heavy attack across the southern countryside of the Idlib Governorate this morning. According to a military report from the nearby Hama Governorate, the Syrian Army heavily targeted several front-lines towns and villages in southern Idlib, with a primary focus on Al-Badriyah and Al-Huwayjah. With the Syrian and Russian air forces mostly grounded due to poor weather conditions, the SAA has increased their strikes in order to weaken the jihadist forces in the Idlib countryside. The report added that the Syrian Army is now targeting the jihadist defenses in the western countryside of the Aleppo Governorate; these strikes are targeting the Kafr Naha and Al-Zahra’a areas. While the Syrian Arab Army controls most of Aleppo city, the jihadist rebels continue to hold onto some areas at the outskirts of the provincial capital.

Russian troops enter Raqqa city for first time during Syrian War

BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:40 P.M.) – The Russian Armed Forces have entered the city of Raqqa for the first time during this nearly nine-year-long war, a number of activists in northern Syria reported on Monday. According to the reports, the Russian Armed Forces entered Raqqa to distribute humanitarian aid to the people in the war-torn city. The military delivered two thousand food kits to Raqqa residents. Military doctors have also arrived in the city, who are ready to provide assistance to all in need. “The infrastructure in Raqqa was completely destroyed during the liberation process conducted by the US-led international coalition,” an officer at the Russian Center for Reconciliation of Controversial Parties, Vladimir Varnavsky, told reporters. “Thousands of civilians became victims of indiscriminate air and artillery attacks,” Varnavsky added. “The city has not yet finished the work of clearing debris and clearing the area, and there is a shortage of clean water, medicine and food.”

Telangana HC orders bodies of Hyderabad accused to be preserved till December 13

The Telangana High Court on Monday ordered to preserve the bodies of the accused in the Telangana doctor's rape and murder case till December 13.

Telangana encounter: High Court asks for bodies of rape suspects to be preserved for four more days

The court ordered that the bodies will have to be transferred to a Hyderabad hospital in air-conditioned ambulances.

SC to hear PIL over setting up SIT into Hyderabad encounter case tomorrow

Telangana police said on Friday that the accused were killed in an exchange of fire with police

Preserve bodies till Dec 13: Telangana HC after adjourning Hyderabad 'encounter'

The Court directed the state advocate general to produce documentary evidence as to whether the police fully followed the guidelines of the Supreme Court on the encounter issue. 

Uttar Pradesh to set up 218 fast-track courts for crimes against women and children

Currently 42,389 cases of sexual offences against children and 25,749 cases of rape and sexual crimes against women are pending in the courts.

Presidential aide Garba Shehu presents 2019 Man of the Year award to Melaye

The former senator representing Kogi West at the National Assembly, Dino Melaye, has won the ‘Man of the Year’ award just days after losing a return to the legislative chamber.

Senator Danjuma Goje says he won’t contest election at any level again

A serving Nigerian senator, Muhammadu Danjuma Goje, has announced that he will not contest for any elective office in the future. Goje, a former governor of Gombe state, made the disclosure on Sunday, December 8.

EXTRA: Kano resident changes name to Muhammadu Buhari

A 38-year-old man in Kano state has changed his name to Muhammadu Buhari, the name of the president.

2023: APC Chieftain Speaks On Igbo Producing Buhari’s Replacement

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Osita Okechukwu has called on the ruling party to zone the presidential seat to the South-East. 

Top Northern Senator Vows Never To Contest Election In Nigeria Again

Senator representing Gombe Central in the Nigerian Senate, Muhammad Danjuma Goje, has announced that he will not contest elections in the future.

Karnataka Bypolls: BJP In Commanding Position As It Leads In 11 Out Of 15 Seats; Congress Admits Defeat

The B S Yediyurappa led Karnataka BJP has put itself in a commanding position in the Karnataka by-polls by leading in 11 out of the 15 assembly by-poll seats, News18 Kannada has reported.

Karnataka By-Election Results 2019: BJP retains majority after winning 6 seats

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a poll meeting in Jharkhand, hailed the BJP's performance and accused the Congress of stealing the people's mandate in Karnataka through the back door, contending it has been taught a lesson in the just-concluded bypolls.

K'taka bypolls: With 12 seats Yediyurappa retains govt, Cong sees fallout

Modi called the by-polls in Karnataka "extraordinary", one which would decide whether the BJP government would stay or go.

What The Karnataka Bypoll Results Mean For Yediyurappa And Congress

The BJP won 12 of the total 15 seats in the bypolls and Congress only managed to get two. Siddaramaiah resigned as Leader of Congress Legislature Party and Leader of Opposition.

BS Yediyurappa celebrates with son as trends show BJP leading in K'taka by-polls

Earlier Yediyurappa had confidently said that BJP will win at least 13 seats and the government will be 'safeguarded'.

Another earthquake registered in Faial

An earthquake of magnitude 3.1 on the Richter scale was felt at dawn on Faial Island on 9 December, in an area that since the beginning of November has seen an increase in seismic activity.

4.5 magnitude earthquake hits Tuscany, no victims

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit the central Italian region of Mugello on Monday, sending panicked residents into the streets but causing minimal damage to buildings.

Cyclone alert lifted for French island of Mayotte

The French Indian Ocean island of Mayotte was bracing for a major cyclone.

Weatherman Issues Update on Cyclone Belna

In a statement sent to newsrooms, the Kenya Meteorological Department admitted that...

Compostela Valley is now Davao de Oro

DAVAO CITY - The Province of Compostela Valley will soon have its new name after majority of its constituents agreed to ratify Republic Act 11297 renaming it to Davao de Oro.

Michael Healy-Rae hospitalised after fire at his Kerry office

KERRY TD Michael Healy-Rae is being treated in hospital for suspected smoke inhalation after a fire was detected at his property.

Michael Healy-Rae treated for smoke inhalation after fire in office

Gardaí are not treating the fire as suspicious.

Woman dies swimming off Antrim coast

Another woman who got into difficulty taken to hospital; understood women were part of swim group

Garda denies assaulting RTÉ cameraman at Dublin protest

Sean Lucey accused of hitting Colm Hand, who was covering ‘anti-Islamisation’ event

Body found in search for Perth pensioner Michael McGannon missing overnight as cops treat death as ‘unexplained’

A BODY has been found in the search for Perth pensioner Michael McGannon – who disappeared overnight in torrid conditions. Cops launched a search for the 73-year-old, who had last been seen a…

Saudi gunman tweeted against US before naval base shooting

The Saudi gunman who killed three people at the Pensacola naval base had apparently gone on Twitter shortly before the shooting to blast U.S. support of Israel and accuse America of being anti-Muslim.

Saudi gunman tweeted against US before naval base shooting

PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) - The Saudi gunman who killed three people at the Pensacola naval base had apparently gone on Twitter shortly before the shooting to blast U.S. support of Israel and accuse America of being anti-Muslim, a U.S. official said Sunday as the FBI confirmed it is operating on the assumption the attack was an act of terrorism.

Pensacola Shooter Sent Anti-U.S. Tweets Before Naval Base Attack

Mohammed Alshamrani, a member of the Royal Saudi Air Force, killed three Americans when he opened fire at Naval Air Station Pensacola.

The FBI is now investigating the Pensacola Navy base shooting as act of terrorism

Three young troops were killed and eight people were injured when 21-year-old 2nd Lt. Mohammed Alshamrani of the Royal Saudi Air Force opened fire.

Saudi gunman tweeted against US before base shooting

The Saudi gunman who killed three people at the Pensacola naval base had apparently gone on Twitter shortly before the shooting to blast US support of Israel and accuse America of being anti-Muslim, a U.S. official said Sunday as the FBI confirmed it is operating on the assumption the attack was an act of terrorism.

Barangays urged to create ‘Christmas’ social assistance programs

President Rodrigo Duterte has enjoined all Sangguniang Barangays to establish a social assistance program for village officials and employees this Yuletide.

Yuletide Social Assistance Program to be established for barangay execs, workers

In appreciation of their hard work in providing frontline government services, President Duterte has called for the establishment of a “Yuletide Social Assistance Program” for barangay officials and workers this year.

12 LGUs receive DOH-Calabarzon’s Gintong DALOY award

The Department of Health (DOH)-Calabarzon recently awarded the first “Gintong DALOY” (Damayan para sa Aksyong Linis, Oportunidad at Yamang pangkalusugan) Award to 12 local government units (LGUs) in Quezon province.

Responsibility over privilege, public schools teachers told

The continued clamor of teachers groups for more government support does not sit well with a group of private schools - noting that if they truly want to contribute to achieving quality education, public school teachers should “focus more on responsibility rather than privilege.”

DENR wants public, stakeholders to help solve garbage crisis

THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) admitted that the government alone cannot solve the garbage problem and called on stakeholders and the public to join hands in addressing the crisis.

Government moves further changes to Arms (Amendment) Bill

The Arms (Amendment) Bill allows for a person to have a maximum of two firearms, as against the present norm of three.

Government moves further changes to Arms (Amendment) Bill

The Bill was tabled in Lok Sabha on November 29. The Bill seeks to enhance punishment for illegally possessing and making prohibited arms besides other changes in the six- decade-old Arms Act.

One person, one gun: Govt moves further changes to Arms Amendment Bill

The further amendment to the Bill seeks to provide special status for sportspersons. 'Many suggestions were received. I have moved an official amendment in this regard also,' he said. The Bill was tabled in Lok Sabha on November 29.

Lok Sabha passes Arms (Amendment) Bill

Lok Sabha passes bill for stringent punishment to those possessing illegal arms, indulging in celebratory gunfire

Lok Sabha passes Arms (Amendment) Bill 2019, exempts sportspersons

Shah said that there is a provision for life imprisonment for those who snatch or loot arms and ammunition from police or defence forces.

Self-driving Ethiopia PM grants 'crisp interview' ahead of Nobel ceremony

The interview was on the streets of Addis Ababa with the Prime Minister seated behind the wheel of a car with a fellow passenger and the journalist posing questions from outside.

Finland's Sanna Marin set to become the world’s youngest Prime Minister at 34 - but who has slipped down the list?

A 34-year-old transport minister is set to become Finland’s youngest prime minister ever and its third female government leader. Finland’s ruling Social Democratic Party council voted 32-29 to name Sanna Marin over rival Antti Lindtman to take over the government’s top post from incumbent Antti Rinne. Having emerged as Finland’s largest party in the April election, the Social Democrats can appoint one of their own to the post of prime minister in the Nordic nation of 5.5 million.

Finland's new young female prime minister breaks the mold

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) - Finland's government has a new face, and it is young and female.

Finland's Sanna Marin set to be world's youngest Prime Minister

At 34, Sanna Marin also becomes one of the world's youngest state leaders, ahead of Ukraine's prime minister Oleksiy Honcharuk, who is currently 35.

Will Finland Get World's Youngest Prime Minister?

If backed by the parliament and the president, Sanna Marin will become not only Finland's but the world's youngest prime minister, besting Ukraine's 35-year-old Oleksiy Honcharuk.

Trump warns Kim has 'everything' to lose through hostility

"Kim Jong Un is too smart and has far too much to lose, everything actually, if he acts in a hostile way," Trump tweeted in response to the unspecified test at the Sohae space launch center.

Trump warns North Korea's Kim has 'everything' to lose through hostility

US President Donald Trump has warned that North Korea's Kim Jong Un had 'everything' to lose through hostility towards the United States, after Pyongyang said it had carried out a major new weapons test.

'Old man' Trump is 'bluffing' says North Korea: KCNA

Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un engaged in mutual insults and threats of devastation in 2017, sending tensions soaring before a diplomatic rapprochement the following year.

'Old man' Trump is 'bluffing' says North Korea: KCNA

North Korea on Monday accused US President Trump of

North Korea calls President Trump 'erratic old man' over tweets

North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a “heedless and erratic old man” after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn’t want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.

Screams and goodbyes as scores die in devastating India factory fire

Police and fire officials said they had rescued at least 58 people and did not expect to find more bodies.

Screams and goodbyes as scores die in devastating India factory fire

At least 43 people were killed Sunday in a devastating fire that ripped through a bag factory in the congested old quarter of the Indian capital New Delhi, with survivors describing the screams of workers trapped inside.

Firemen hailed as heroes in Delhi horror blaze

NEW DELHI: Two firemen who rescued 27 people were hailed as heroes Monday (Dec 9) after Delhi's deadliest fire in decades killed 43, prompting ...

Factory owner, manager arrested after Indian capital's deadliest fire in 20 years

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Police in New Delhi have arrested the owner and manager of a factory where 43 people died in the Indian capital’s deadliest fire in 20 years, a spokesman said on Monday.

Kenya story building collapse: 10 dead, 20 inured, 30 missing - Police

Nairobi Police Chief Philip Ndolo said four bodies were recovered from the scene Sunday including that of a child, while a fifth person died in a hospital. According to authorities, that brings the ov

Road accident claims 12 lives in Niger

FRSC in Niger says 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill village along Mokwa -Makera road in Mokwa Local Government Area of the state.

12 killed in Niger car accident

The accident involved 103 people: 55 female, 40 male, eight children, five adults.

Road accident claims 12 lives in Niger —FRSC

The Federal Road Safety Corps in Niger State has said that 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill Village along Mokwa-Makera road in Mokwa Local Government Area of the state. Th...

Road accident kills 12 in Niger - The Nation Newspaper

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Niger says 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill village along Mokwa -Makera road in...

CHRISTMAS: FRSC deploys 1,700 personnel on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, other Ogun roads

The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) will deploy 1,700 personnel to control traffic on highways across Ogun State during the Christmas festival.

Flying along Kenyan coastline now risky

Met department warns aviation industry as cyclonic activities take place.

Floods, landslide in Uganda claims 26 lives - Red Cross

Some there have resisted the government’s attempts to have them relocated to lowlands elsewhere, saying they find it hard to vacate their ancestral lands.

At least 700 shacks destroyed by floods, people trapped in Mamelodi

Communities across the city are in dire need of help after being affected by the flooding.

Torrential rains in Uganda, 26 killed, says Red Cross

KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) - At least 26 people have been killed in floods unleashed by heavy rains in different parts of Uganda, the Red Cross said on Monday as authorities urged people in affected areas to relocate.

At Least 16 People Dead in Uganda Floods

Kampala - Flooding in Uganda has claimed at least 16 lives, the Red Cross said, as the region reels from weeks of rain.

TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu protests against onion price hike

This action by the police led to a verbal altercation between them and TDP leaders.

Chandrababu Naidu, TDP legislators protest outside Assembly against high onion prices

As the price of onions has sky-rocketed, Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MLAs and MLCs led by their party president and former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu staged a protest near the Fire Station outsi

Political parties deplore government’s decision to hike APSRTC bus fare

Activists of BJP and TDP stage protests in Kurnool and Chittoor, terming the move ‘anti-poor’

On Sonia Gandhi’s birthday, Puducherry CM distributes onions to party workers

In a tweet, the Puducherry chief minister is seen offering prayers at a temple for the long life of Congress chief. He also said that "she has made immense sacrifices for the country".

Counter Attack Solution for All Problems in AP?

Andhra Pradesh Assembly Sessions began today this morning in Undavalli. The Principal Opposition Party, TDP has announced its intention of raking 13 issues in this session but the Ruling Party, YSR Congress seems to have some other ideas. The Ruling Party has no answers except for counter-attacking TDP with unrelated issues, the Opposition Party alleged.

NATO-China: New relationship challenges

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the founding of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Last week, leaders of its 29 member states gathered for a two-day summit in London. And for the very first time, the group in its joint statement named and mentioned China. As Jens Stoltenberg, the NATO secretary general, has…

Macron eyes European leadership

If the U.S. declines play a uniting role in the democratic world, more parochial, divisive visions will come to the fore.

Three front-line nations drifting into chaos

Let's hope that Washington has enough wisdom to keep Ukraine, Turkey and South Korea on our side.

China and America: A political war!

This news reminded me of the American writer George Friedman, who said that America’s strategy with China would not be direct confrontation, but would be rooted in the spirit of democracy and economic liberalism as opposed to the political weight of central decisions made in Beijing.

Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict

Russian leader Vladimir Putin will for the first time hold formal talks with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict in Ukraine's east on Monday, in a much-anticipated summit in Paris.

Webcam live feed showed tourists inside New Zealand volcano right before it erupted and killed at least 5

A photograph from a webcam operated by the New Zealand geological hazards agency GeoNet showed a group of people inside the crater of the White Island volcano moments before it erupted.

Webcam live feed showed tourists inside New Zealand volcano right before it erupted and killed at least 5

A photograph from a webcam operated by the New Zealand geological hazards agency GeoNet shows a group of people inside the crater of the White Island volcano moments before it erupted.

Webcam live feed showed tourists inside New Zealand volcano right before it erupted and killed at least 5

The webcam photograph was taken at 2:10 p.m. local time, just a minute before the eruption started. The fate of the people in the picture is unclear.

Webcam live feed showed tourists inside New Zealand volcano right before it erupted and killed at least 5, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The webcam photograph was taken at 2:10 p.m. local time, just a minute before the eruption started. The fate of the people in the picture is unclear.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

WATCH: Death toll rises after sudden volcano eruption in New Zealand

'Whakaa­ri', as it is known in Maori, is New Zealan­d’s most active cone volcan­o

Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters.

Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects

Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters. Turkey's Interior Ministry, which made the announcement, gave no details. France's Foreign Ministry declined to comment, but diplomatic sources

Turkey deports 11 French suspected IS members

ANKARA, TURKEY (AP) - Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the Islamic State group, the Interior Ministry said Monday.

Turkey deports 11 French suspected ISIL members

Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the ISIL (ISIS) armed group.

Unemployment high on list of Arab youth’s major concerns

ANKARA: Turkey sent 11 French “foreign terrorist fighters” back to France on Monday, the Turkish interior ministry said. “Eleven French citizens have been deported to their home country,” it said in a statement. Ankara has lambasted Western countries for refusing to take back their citizens who left to join the Daesh group in Syria and Iraq. It says it has some 1,200 foreign

Graft trial for Syrian President Assad’s uncle opens in Paris

PARIS: The uncle of Syrian President Bashar Assad is going on trial in Paris, accused of illegally using Syrian state funds to build a French real estate empire. Rifaat Assad, a former Syrian vice president and brother to longtime leader Hafez Assad, has lived in Europe since his exile from Syria following a failed coup attempt in the 1980s. Watchdog organizations filed a

Bashar al-Assad's uncle faces embezzlement trial in Paris

Rifaat al-Assad is accused of embezzling Syrian funds to buy property worth at least €90m in France

Syrian president's uncle stands trial over 'ill-gotten gains' empire in France

The uncle of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad stood trial in Paris on Monday accused of pumping tens of millions of pounds of “ill-gotten gains” into a vast property empire for himself and his extended family.

Uncle of Syria's Assad faces money laundering trial in Paris

Syrian regime leader Bashar Assad's uncle went on trial in Paris Monday on charges of pilfering Syrian state coffers and using the spoils to build a...

Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters.

North Korea Resumes Insults of 'Erratic Old Man' Trump

Kim Jong Un has warned he may take a 'new path' if the United States fails to address his demands

North Korea resumes insults of 'erratic old man' Trump

A senior North Korean official called President Donald Trump a "heedless and erratic old man", resuming insults of the American leader that were set aside during a rare thaw in relations.

Donald Trump warns Kim Jong Un has ‘everything’ to lose through hostility

'North Korea, under the leadership of Kim Jong Un, has tremendous economic potential, but it must denuclearize as promised,' Trump tweeted.

Trump Officials Block U.N. Meeting on Human Rights Abuses in North Korea

The U.S. is trying to preserve a diplomatic opening with Kim Jong-un, even as North Korea dismisses President Trump as a “heedless and erratic old man.”

‘Old man’ Trump is ‘bluffing’ says North Korea: KCNA

North Korea on Monday slammed US President Trump for "bluffing" and called him "an old man bereft of patience" as Pyongyang ramps up pressure on Washington over stalled nuclear talks.

FACT CHECK Trump and GOP Allies Deny Reality to Defend Almost-certain Impeachment

Trump misleads in suggesting that Ukraine's Zelenskiy didn’t have any concerns about the call. Nor was the call 'transcribed perfectly;' only a rough transcript was released by the White House

Jury would convict Trump ‘in 3 minutes flat,’ says key lawmaker

The chairman of the US House Judiciary Committee said Sunday that if the impeachment case against President Donald Trump were put to a jury, there "would be a guilty verdict in three minutes flat."

Jury would convict Trump 'in 3 minutes flat,' says key lawmaker

US presid­ent has repeat­edly blaste­d the House inquir­y as a partis­an attack by House Democr­ats

Democrats focus on abuse of power, obstruction in impeachment

The panel’s Republican counsel, Steve Castor, accused Democrats of pursuing an “artificial and arbitrary political deadline” to overturn the 2016 election and impeach Trump’s before the Christmas holiday.

Judiciary Hearing Sets Stage For Trump Impeachment Charges

Chairman Jerrold Nadler expects the committee to vote soon, possibly this week, on at least two or more charges against the Republican president.

In a first, Sri Lanka appoints military officer as intelligence chief

It is the first time in Sri Lankan history that a military officer had been appointed as the SIS chief, it added

Sri Lanka shakes up intelligence agency after Easter attacks

COLOMBO, Dec 9 — Sri Lanka has for the first time named a military officer to head the country’s main intelligence agency, which was blamed for failing to prevent Islamist extremist bombings in April that killed 259 people. The head of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) was replaced by...

Army Personnel on Election Duty in Indian State Kills Company Commander Before Shooting Himself Dead

New Delhi (Sputnik): The issue of suicide and ‘fratricide’ - when a soldier or police officer kills a fellow service member in the Indian armed forces was recently raised in the Lower House of the Indian Parliament, with the government citing policies undertaken to check such incidents.

Sri Lanka orders medical test for Swiss employee

She had alleged abduction, sexual assault

‘War crime’: Gov’t slams use of child soldiers after clash kills 16-year-old rebel

Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar on Monday denounced rebels of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) for recruiting child soldiers in their armed struggle, saying such an act is a war crime and

Volcano Erupts in New Zealand; 5 Dead, Many Missing

A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moonlike surface, killing five people and leaving many more missing.

5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano

Both New Zealanders and overseas tourists were among those who were dead, missing or injured.

5 dead, many more missing in New Zealand volcano eruption

A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving many more missing.

At least five dead, many more missing following eruption of New Zealand volcano

A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like surface, killing five peo

1 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano

The eruption sent a plume of steam and ash about 12,000 feet (3,660 meters) into the air.

An impressive BJP and a hopelessly divided Congress: Analysing the Karnataka by-poll

However the fact here is that the Congress has yet proven that in Karnataka no one defeats the party, but it ends up defeating itself.

Narendra Modi says Karnataka bye-poll results show voters trust only BJP for stability, development

The prime minister made the remark at an election rally in Jharkhand.

Karnataka Bypolls: BJP Races Ahead Towards Majority; Modi Calls It A ‘Message To Those Who Violate  Mandate’ 

Imminent clean sweep for BJP in Karnataka bypolls as Congress struggles to save face. 

Jharkhand Assembly election | Congress subverted mandate in Karnataka; people taught it a a lesson: PM Modi

PM Modi claimed that the Congress-JMM-RJD alliance in Jharkhand would plunge the State into “instability and uncertainty” if voted to power

K'taka bypolls: With 12 seats Yediyurappa retains govt, Cong sees fallout

Modi called the by-polls in Karnataka "extraordinary", one which would decide whether the BJP government would stay or go.

House Democrats lay out case for formal Trump impeachment

The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against U.S. President Donald Trump Monday as Democrats prepare formal charges against him. Trump and his allies lobbed fresh assaults on the proceedings they dismiss as a hoax and a sham.

Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges

Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against U.S. President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.

Impeachment hearings continue with House committee — LIVESTREAM

The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against President Donald Trump Monday as Democrats prepare formal charges against him.

Democrats poised to unveil two impeachment articles against Trump

House Democrats are poised to unveil two articles of impeachment against U.S. President Donald Trump.

Judiciary Hearing Sets Stage For Trump Impeachment Charges

Chairman Jerrold Nadler expects the committee to vote soon, possibly this week, on at least two or more charges against the Republican president.

CTET 2019: Gang involved in impersonating aspirants busted

Ten people have been arrested in Moradabad for being involved in impersonating aspirants of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test-2019 examination.

Senior citizen loses ₹1.25 lakh in online fraud

Victim gave bank details to unknown caller

Do Andhra Pardesh ration cards carry Jesus Christ's image?

According to the government, the dealer in East Godavari district had been using different images on ration cards while printing them. For example, in 2016 the dealer had printed ration cards with Satya Saibaba on it.

Ombudsmen Vacancy At Tripura

State MGNREGA, Cell Rural Development Department, Government of Tripura invites application from eligible candidates for appointment of Ombudsmen under MGNREGA for six districts (West Tripura,...

Bihar jail asked to make execution ropes, speculation rife it's for Nirbhaya convicts

The Buxar jail, the only prison in the state having the required knowhow, received an instruction to the effect last week, though it was not known where these ropes -- strong with a short shelf-life -- would be dispatched.

Adamawa fake doctor to spend 10 years in jail - The Nation Newspaper

A secondary school leaver who admitted to working for several years as a medical doctor has been sentenced to 44 years and six months in jail...

Fake Nigerian doctor sentenced to 54 years in prison

A high court sitting in Yola, Adamawa State, has sentenced one Ibrahim Mustapha, a fake medical doctor to 54 years in prison. The judge Justice Nathan Musa gave the judgements following Mustapha’s admittance of guilt in a 9-count charge against him. Justice Nathan said the verdict was in consideration of the plea by Mustapha’s lawyer. […]

EFCC receives 580 petitions, convicts 27 - Premium Times Nigeria

The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Office, has received over 580 petitions and convicted 27 from January to date.

Iran working on improving Zakzaky’s health via diplomatic channels

Iran is constantly working on the case of Nigeria’s top Shia cleric Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky through diplomatic contacts with the Nigerian government.

EFCC recovers N300m, convicts 60 persons in A-Ibom

THE Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  zonal Office in Akwa Ibom State said it has so far recovered N300 million this year and convicted...

On Sonia Gandhi’s birthday, Puducherry CM distributes onions to party workers

In a tweet, the Puducherry chief minister is seen offering prayers at a temple for the long life of Congress chief. He also said that "she has made immense sacrifices for the country".

TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu protests against onion price hike

This action by the police led to a verbal altercation between them and TDP leaders.

‘Onions cost ₹135 a kg at Heritage Foods’

Naidu has no moral right to criticise govt. on onions: YSRCP MLA

Chandrababu Naidu, TDP legislators protest outside Assembly against high onion prices

As the price of onions has sky-rocketed, Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MLAs and MLCs led by their party president and former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu staged a protest near the Fire Station outsi

Political parties deplore government’s decision to hike APSRTC bus fare

Activists of BJP and TDP stage protests in Kurnool and Chittoor, terming the move ‘anti-poor’

NZ police say no more survivors expected from volcano eruption

WHAKATANE (New Zealand), Dec 10 — New Zealand police said early today they did not expect to find any more survivors from a volcanic eruption on White Island that killed at least five people and injured up to 20. “No signs of life have been seen at any point,” the police said in a statement...

New Zealand police say no more survivors expected from volcano eruption

WHAKATANE, New Zealand (Reuters) - New Zealand police said early on Tuesday they did not expect to find any more survivors from a volcanic eruption on White Island that killed at least five people and injured up to 20.

At least 5 dead after a New Zealand volcano erupted unexpectedly, sending ash plumes 12,000 feet into the air

New Zealand Police said the site is too dangerous to attempt to rescue anybody. The volcano could erupt again.

Five killed, several injured as volcano erupts in New Zealand

Five people have died and several others are injured after a volcano erupted off the coast of New Zealand's North Island

1 dead as NZ volcano erupts, more fatalities likely

Around 100 people were near New Zealand's White Island volcano when it erupted suddenly on Monday, leaving authorities scrambling to treat the injured and find those unaccounted for.

Road accident claims 12 lives in Niger —FRSC

The Federal Road Safety Corps in Niger State has said that 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill Village along Mokwa-Makera road in Mokwa Local Government Area of the state. Th...

Road accident claims 12 lives in Niger

FRSC in Niger says 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill village along Mokwa -Makera road in Mokwa Local Government Area of the state.

12 killed in Niger car accident

The accident involved 103 people: 55 female, 40 male, eight children, five adults.

Road accident kills 12 in Niger - The Nation Newspaper

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Niger says 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill village along Mokwa -Makera road in...

CHRISTMAS: FRSC deploys 1,700 personnel on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, other Ogun roads

The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) will deploy 1,700 personnel to control traffic on highways across Ogun State during the Christmas festival.

Tories urge pro-UK voters to unite and back them in Scotland

Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw made the plea as he said the election is ‘on a knife edge’.

Tories urge pro-UK voters to unite and back them in Scotland

Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw made the plea as he said the election is ‘on a knife edge’.

Halting demands for indyref2 once again at the heart of Scottish Tory campaign

Mr Carlaw says the Tories are getting a ‘fantastic response in certain key seats’.

Scottish Labour say Section 30 order for IndyRef2 will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become PM

Scottish Labour insists a Section 30 order for a referendum on Scots independence will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become prime minister on Friday.

SNP campaign focused on key constitutional issues of Brexit and independence

The SNP leader has sought to portray Boris Johnson as unfit to lead Britain.

Progressive group putting $45M behind battleground turnout effort

The liberal Progressive Turnout Project (PTP) is putting $45 million behind an effort to turn out voters who did not cast ballots in 2016 in more than a dozen key battleground states.

Conservative scorecard now a factor in race for NY-27

The state Conservative Party's new legislative scorecard gives Sen. Rob Ortt bragging rights while putting Sen. Chris Jacobs a bit on the de

Warren says all-women Democratic presidential ticket can beat Trump

* Candidate says she’d consider Kamala Harris as running mate * Warren: Trump has destroyed US leadership – I’ll restore itElizabeth Warren believes an all-women Democratic presidential ticket can beat Donald Trump next year.The Massachusetts senator made her views plain in an interview with the Associated

2020 Watch: Buttigieg on the defensive, Biden's strategy

NEW YORK (AP) — Presidential politics move fast. What we're watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign:___Days to Iowa caucuses: 56Days to general election: 330___THE NARRATIVEThe Republican president is likely to be impeached, but Democrats are further away from rallying behind one nominee (or two) than they've ever been, even after California Sen. Kamala Harris' sudden departure. The top tier still features four — former Vice President Joe Biden; South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg; Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders; and Massachusetts Sen.

Warren says all-women Democratic presidential ticket can beat Trump

Candidate says she would consider Kamala Harris as potential running mate and would be ‘open’ to Joe Biden

The Hill's Morning Report - Sponsored by AdvaMed - A crucial week on impeachment

A crucial week on impeachment

Nadler: If Trump Is Not Removed From Office, He “Will Do Everything He Can To Make It Not A Fair Election”

Yes, this is actually happening

‘Toxic’ Mueller Impeachment Article Threatens to Split Dems

When Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced on Thursday that House Democrats would proceed with articles of impeachment, she did so in the language of duty, history, and the Constitution. “This has nothing to do with politics,” she said. “It’s about the Constitution of the United States.”In almost the same breath

This week: House impeachment inquiry hits crucial stretch

The House inquiry is set to hit a tipping point this week, as Democrats prepare to unveil articles of impeachment against President Trump. 

Michelle Obama calls impeachment proceedings 'surreal'

Former first lady Michelle Obama called the impeachment proceedings into President Donald Trump and Ukraine surreal as the House's inquiry heads into the homestretch.

Democrats poised to unveil two impeachment articles against Trump

House Democrats are poised to unveil two articles of impeachment against U.S. President Donald Trump.

Democrats poised to unveil two impeachment articles vs. Trump

House Democrats are poised to unveil two articles of impeachment against U.S. President Donald Trump -- abuse of power and obstruction of Congress -- with an announcement expected early Tuesday.

Democrats poised to unveil 2 impeachment articles vs. Trump

Trump and his allies acknowledge he will likely be impeached in the Democratic-controlled House, but they also expect acquittal next year in the Senate where Republicans have the majority.

Judiciary Hearing Sets Stage For Trump Impeachment Charges

Chairman Jerrold Nadler expects the committee to vote soon, possibly this week, on at least two or more charges against the Republican president.

Impeachment hearings continue with House committee — LIVESTREAM

The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against President Donald Trump Monday as Democrats prepare formal charges against him.

Emergency services return to River Tay as search for missing man continues

Emergency services are continuing to scour the River Tay as the search for a missing Perth man continues.

Family of Perth man informed as body recovered from River Tay near town

A body has been recovered from the River Tay near a Fife town.

Body discovered in the River Tay

Family of missing Perth pensioner informed

Police recover body from water in search for missing Perthshire pensioner

The 73-year-old was last spotted leaving his home in North Muirton on Saturday evening and has been reporting missing since.

Body found in search for Perth pensioner Michael McGannon missing overnight as cops treat death as ‘unexplained’

A BODY has been found in the search for Perth pensioner Michael McGannon – who disappeared overnight in torrid conditions. Cops launched a search for the 73-year-old, who had last been seen a…

Shiv Sena Monkey Balances On Citizenship Amendment Bill: Announces Support But Says Give No Voting Rights

A move that may embarrass the NCP-Congress-Shiv Sena alliance in Maharashtra, the Sena have decided to back the contentious Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB), which the Congress brands as "unconstitutional".

Allow citizenship, should not permit voting right for next 25 years, Sanjay Raut

Shiva Sena supported the citizenship amendment bill with some stipulations. Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that his party backs the bill pertaining to the voting rights of the persons included in the bill. He urged in Lok Sabha Amit Shah to allow citizenship to the deserved refugees but should not permit right to vote for the next 25 years.

Congress Opposes Citizenship Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha, Terms it ‘Unconstitutional’

Congress leader Manish Tewari said the foundation for the two-nation theory was laid in 1935 in Ahmadabad by Savarkar in a Hindu Mahasabha session and not the by Congress.

Citizenship Amendment Bill Receives Mixed Response in LS | Top Reactions

Introducing the Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019 in Lok Sabha, Amit Shah said the Bill will not do injustice to anyone and there is no political agenda behind bringing the Bill to the House.

TRS opposes Citizenship Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha and will do so in Rajya Sabha too

Their opposition could make the arithmetic slightly tricky for the BJP in the Upper House but still doesn't threaten the passage of the bill.

Citizenship Bill: Why Assam Can’t Afford To Throw Out Hindu Migrants From Bangladesh Even If They’re Paperless

The Bangladeshi Muslim migrants have fraudulently obtained citizenship documents; the Hindu migrants have not.

India's Parliament passes anti-Muslim citizenship bill

India's Parliament saw raucous scenes Monday and protests raged in the northeast of the country as lawmakers debated legislation that stands to give...

Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019: What does it do, why is it seen as a problem

The Bill,seeks to amend the definition of illegal immigrant for Hindu, Sikh, Parsi, Buddhist and Christian immigrants from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh, who have lived in India without documentation.

Will never allow NRC, CAB in Bengal; no one will lose citizenship: Mamata

Her comments come on a day when Shah after introducing the bill in Lok Sabha said it is not against minorities but against infiltrators

Citizenship (Amendment) Bill doesn't violate constitution: Amit Shah

It will give relief to people living a painful life after facing persecution in neighbouring countries, he said.

OPM gives 28,000 kgs of rice to elderly women, persons living with HIV/AIDs in Gulu

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A total of 1,400 elderly women and Persons Living with HIV/AIDs in Gulu municipality have received 28,000 kilograms of rice from the office of the prime minister. Denis Owachgiu Nono, the Community Services Secretary Gulu Municipal council, says each of the four divisions has 350 beneficiaries. Nono, who is …

Okpe Union (North America) donates books to Schools

Members of the Okpe Union in North America have donated textbooks worth thousands of naira to some schools in Sapele and Okpe Local Government Area...

Plea to rescue two labourers stranded in Muscat

TENKASISeeking intervention of Collector G.K. Arun Sundar Thayalan to ensure the safe release of two labourers stranded in Muscat, the Abroad Tamils’ Welfare Association a submitted petition during th

VIDEO: 3 NPP executives suspended for hooting at MP

Three(3) Executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Atwima Nwabiagya North constituency of the Ashanti Region have been suspended for hooting at the Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, Hon Benito Owusu Bio. Kwabena Owusu Denkyira(Amando), Youth Organizer at Atwima Koforidua L/A Middle School, Prince Boakye, Organizer at Atwima Koforidua CAC “A” and Prince Adu Gyamfi, Organizer at Koforidua Market Square “B” were each handed an indefinite suspension by the party following a recommendation from the disciplinary committee. They were said to have misconducted themselves and therefore found guilty by the disciplinary committee according to a letter dated 29th November, 2019 and signed by Isaac K Dawuni the constituency secretary It would be recalled that Hon Benito Owusu Bio was last month humiliated, hooted at and chased out of a gathering by youth belonging to the NPP. The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources had gone to Atwima Koforidua, a town in his constituency to engage members of the community…

Healthcare management transferred to sub-national level

The government on Monday issued a sub-decree to delegate the management of healthcare provision to sub-national administrations, which will be effective as of January next year.

How a nuclear plant got hacked

India's Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KNPP) publicly admitted they discovered malware on their networks. It likely could have been easily avoided.

Don’t rush into bad law: Giving India the data protection law it deserves

The process to develop a data protection law has been slow and opaque, and the rumours coming out of the government are not encouraging that the bill will deliver the privacy protections that Indians need and deserve.

Former FBI Lawyer Lisa Page Reacts to IG Report, Slams Trump for Accusing Her of Treason

Former FBI lawyer Lisa Page, who together with former FBI agent Peter Strzok became household names due to President Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on them for their anti-Trump texts, reacted on Monday to the release of the Department of Justice Inspector General’s report.

U.S. officials 'repeatedly lied about Afghanistan war for 18 years and hid the fact it was unwinnable', according to bombshell Washington Post report dubbed 'the Pentagon Papers of today'

In a lengthy article published on Monday, the Post claims that top officials knew the military's chances were slim but that they routinely hid the grave reality.

Data watchdog raps EU asylum body for snooping

The European Asylum Support Office combed through social media to monitor refugee routes to Europe for three years. The agency sent weekly reports on its findings to member states, the EU Commission and institutions such as UNHCR and Interpol.

Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani's fiery media appearances, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Rudy Giuliani was a key figure in the events that sparked an impeachment probe, and his actions have long concerned Trump administration officials.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani’s fiery media appearances

Attorney General William Barr became so concerned about Rudy Giuliani’s actions that he warned President Donald Trump that his personal attorney was becoming a liability, three people familiar with the conversations told The Washington Post.

Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani's fiery media appearances

Attorney General William Barr became so concerned about Rudy Giuliani’s actions that he warned President Donald Trump that his personal attorney was becoming a liability, three people familiar with the conversations told The Washington Post.

AG William Barr told Trump that Rudy Giuliani has become a liability, The Washington Post reports

Attorney General William Barr counseled President Donald Trump that his personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani has become a liability for his administration, The Washington Post reported Sunday, citing people familiar with the conversations.

Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani's fiery media appearances

Rudy Giuliani was a key figure in the events that sparked an impeachment probe, and his actions have long concerned Trump administration officials.

Report: One-third of daycare subsidies goes to kollel families

Daycare subsidies no longer serving original purpose of encouraging women to work in addition to their husbands, report says.

Private schools say no to declaring per-child expenditure

They say the fee structure is ‘rigid and impractical’

We are in a fix: teachers complain over strike

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2019 Child Poverty Monitor: There's more to be done

Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) welcomes the 2019 Child Poverty Monitor report, and says more can be done to help families who have need of welfare assistance.

Plea to rescue two labourers stranded in Muscat

TENKASISeeking intervention of Collector G.K. Arun Sundar Thayalan to ensure the safe release of two labourers stranded in Muscat, the Abroad Tamils’ Welfare Association a submitted petition during th

Man accused of carving his name on girlfriend's face with knife

A San Antonio man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend and carving his name on her forehead with a knife.

Texas man accused of carving name into girlfriend’s face

SAN ANTONIO — A Texas man is behind bars after police said he repeatedly punched his girlfriend, then used a knife to carve his name into her face.

Deputy Allegedly Told Woman to ‘Lift Her Bra and Shake,’ Was Sexually Aroused During Another Search

A deputy in Bexar County, Texas is accused of executing a spate of sexually abusive searches. Floyd Berry Jr., 49, is charged with three count of a official oppression, a class A misdemeanor, according to KSAT. At least five alleged victims, each between the ages of 26 and 56, made allegations, authorities said. Two other claims remained under investigation.

Jaden Moodie murder: suspect accused of ‘preposterous’ claims

Ayoub Majdouline has said his clothes were stolen and worn by an attacker of the 14-year-old

Mother, 25, who was stabbed to death near her home 'while trying to break up a road rage fight' as police quiz man, 27, on suspicion of murder

The victim, named locally as Levi Davis, pictured, who is thought to be a mother-of-two, was knifed in Wellingborough Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire, at around 8.30pm.

Rock collapse at gold mine in South Africa kills four workers

A rock fall at the Village Main Reef’s Tau Lekoa gold mine in Orkney, North West province of South Africa, has claimed the lives of four workers.

11 red sanders operatives nabbed at two places in Kadapa district

Accused resorted to stone pelting for several hours, say police

Man in Viral Video of Brutal Elephant Killing Pays Dearly

After the shocking video of the man mercilessly hacking the poor animal to death went viral, village elders have finally turned...

ISWAP executes two soldiers, policeman in new video

INSURGENTS believed to be members of the Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP), released a video showing the execution of two

Task team established to fight congestion at Cape Town port | IOL News

Western Cape MEC for economic affairs David Maynier said he has established a task team to solve ongoing congestion in the Cape Town port.

Kosovo, Albania to boycott Nobel Literature award ceremony

PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) - Kosovo and Albania say they will boycott the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony Tuesday to protest the award being given to Austrian writer Peter Handke who both countries link to the war in the former Yugoslavia.

Kosovo, Albania to boycott Nobel Literature award ceremony

PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) - Kosovo and Albania say they will boycott the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony Tuesday to protest the award being given to Austrian writer Peter Handke who both countries link to the war in the former Yugoslavia.

Criticism of Handke's Nobel Prize grows over denial of Bosnian war crimes

Ahead of the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony, condemnation grew Monday over the awarding of the 2019 Nobel Prize in Literature to Austrian writer Peter...

Turkey joins Nobel ceremony boycott in protest against Handke

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it would join Albania and Kosovo in boycotting the Nobel awards ceremony in protest against 2019 literature prize laureate Peter Handke, who has been criticized for backing late Serbian strongman Slobodan Milosevic.

Protest and boycotts as Austrian author accused of supporting Milosevic to receive Nobel prize

Protesters from the Balkans and worldwide are expected to descend on Stockholm today as the Nobel Prize for Literature is handed to an Austrian author accused of supporting the genocidal Serbian regime of Slobodan Milosevic.

Tories urge pro-UK voters to unite and back them in Scotland

Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw made the plea as he said the election is ‘on a knife edge’.

Tories urge pro-UK voters to unite and back them in Scotland

Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw made the plea as he said the election is ‘on a knife edge’.

Halting demands for indyref2 once again at the heart of Scottish Tory campaign

Mr Carlaw says the Tories are getting a ‘fantastic response in certain key seats’.

Scottish Labour say Section 30 order for IndyRef2 will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become PM

Scottish Labour insists a Section 30 order for a referendum on Scots independence will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become prime minister on Friday.

SNP campaign focused on key constitutional issues of Brexit and independence

The SNP leader has sought to portray Boris Johnson as unfit to lead Britain.

Big change in number of children arrested in Lancashire

Arrests of children in Lancashire have been reduced by 81 per cent in eight years.

Number of children arrested in North East drops as police turn to restorative justice

The Howard League for Penal reform has welcomed the drop in youth arrests in the Northumbria Police and Durham Constabulary areas

Factcheck: a Labour government would not mean an extra murder a week

Tory research claims party’s opposition to stop and search would lead to a crime surge

Human rights advocates are fighting to overturn laws which allow 10-year-olds to be locked away

Current laws allow children just 10 years old to be locked away in the ACT.

Lifeguard's spy cam for boys

Warning: The contents of this story may be disturbing to some readers.

Turkey deports 11 French suspected ISIL members

Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the ISIL (ISIS) armed group.

Turkey deports 11 French suspected IS members

ANKARA, TURKEY (AP) - Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the Islamic State group, the Interior Ministry said Monday.

Unemployment high on list of Arab youth’s major concerns

ANKARA: Turkey sent 11 French “foreign terrorist fighters” back to France on Monday, the Turkish interior ministry said. “Eleven French citizens have been deported to their home country,” it said in a statement. Ankara has lambasted Western countries for refusing to take back their citizens who left to join the Daesh group in Syria and Iraq. It says it has some 1,200 foreign

Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters.

Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects

Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters. Turkey's Interior Ministry, which made the announcement, gave no details. France's Foreign Ministry declined to comment, but diplomatic sources

Labour's 'red wall' creaks as loyal voters consider other parties

West Bromwich, United Kingdom - Something unusual is stirring in this red-brick market town, and Ed Renyard senses it.

Britain’s parties in final hunt for votes

Conservatives and Labour are mounting a desperate bid to turn from apathetic voters four days out from an election that will change the face of politics.

Boris Johnson Ready For 12 December Elections

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he was nervous about his narrowing lead in opinion polls ahead of Thursday’s election but pledged to deliver a “transformative” Brexit on Jan. 31 that would allow lower immigration. The 12 December election will decide the fate of Brexit and the world’s fifth largest economy with a stark choice […]

UK election campaign enters final rounds with Brexit on the line

Johnson is hoping to regain the Conservative majority lost by his predecessor Theresa May in the last election, just two years ago, while Corbyn is aiming to upset the odds and usher in the first Labour government for nine years.

Jo Swinson reveals she has been advised to wear 'lower cut tops' amid fears that the Lib Dem campaign is failing to win over voters

Jo Swinson said the extraordinary tip was among a welter of 'unsolicited advice' she has received on how to revive her flagging campaign.

TNPSC Group I Main exam results released; final results on December 31

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released results of 363 successful candidated online

TNPSC Group I Services Main exam result declared at tnpsc.gov.in

The candidates who have cleared the exam are now eligible to appear for the Oral Test, details of which will be released in the near future.

SC Issues Notice On TMC MP Mahua Moitra's Plea To Direct ECI To Publish Final Vote Counts Of General Elections

Supreme Court today issued notice to the Election Commission of India on a plea by TMC MP Mahua Moitra seeking directions to the poll body to publish details of voter turnout and final vote counts on...

Supreme Court to hear DMK plea challenging validity of local bodies’ poll notification

It deserves to be set aside for defying reservation procedure, Apex Court told

SC Order In Dileep Case: Some Pertinent Questions

Seminal question which arose for consideration by the apex court in the appeal preferred with special leave against the Order of a single judge of the High Court of Kerala in P.Gopalakrishnan...

It’s Not Because She’s a Woman

In early October, Elizabeth Warren hit her stride. Her stock in the Democratic primary had been climbing steadily since midsummer, and as Joe Biden continued to lag, the Massachusetts senator became the first presidential hopeful to overtake him as front-runner in the RealClearPolitics polling average.She

Democrats' December debate lineup could be all white, but diversity isn't only about race

The fact that no black candidate has qualified for the Los Angeles debate is no reflection on a diverse party that made Barack Obama president.

Warren says all-women Democratic presidential ticket can beat Trump

Candidate says she would consider Kamala Harris as potential running mate and would be ‘open’ to Joe Biden

Warren says all-women Democratic presidential ticket can beat Trump

* Candidate says she’d consider Kamala Harris as running mate * Warren: Trump has destroyed US leadership – I’ll restore itElizabeth Warren believes an all-women Democratic presidential ticket can beat Donald Trump next year.The Massachusetts senator made her views plain in an interview with the Associated

Biden looks to rural Iowa to catch fast-rising Buttigieg

STORM LAKE/OELWEIN, Iowa (Reuters) - As Joe Biden on Saturday finished an eight-day bus tour through the crucial early nominating state of Iowa, one realization loomed large: His biggest challenge to clinching the Democratic presidential nomination may be coming from Pete Buttigieg, a Midwest mayor less than half his age.

Court hostage is also part of state capture

Cartels subdue the legislature and pass laws that aim at securing their haven of rotten and unfair advantage to the detriment of the common good.

Vandals damage cars in Arab neighborhood of east Jerusalem

DUBAI: The quality of youth is said to determine the kind of future a nation will have. Experience shows that high levels of youth participation in a country’s workforce and political discourse can have a positive impact on societal development. Sadly, only a few Arab countries offer their youth these opportunities.

Don’t rush into bad law: Giving India the data protection law it deserves

The process to develop a data protection law has been slow and opaque, and the rumours coming out of the government are not encouraging that the bill will deliver the privacy protections that Indians need and deserve.

Rethinking the Infamous Milgram Experiment in Authoritarian Times

It’s usually cited as showing that people will follow dubious orders under social pressure—but a more important lesson may be that some people will refuse

BRT, Malam Jabba references are ready: NAB chairman

The bureau

Kosovo, Albania to boycott Nobel Literature award ceremony

PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) - Kosovo and Albania say they will boycott the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony Tuesday to protest the award being given to Austrian writer Peter Handke who both countries link to the war in the former Yugoslavia.

Kosovo, Albania to boycott Nobel Literature award ceremony

PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) - Kosovo and Albania say they will boycott the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony Tuesday to protest the award being given to Austrian writer Peter Handke who both countries link to the war in the former Yugoslavia.

Criticism of Handke's Nobel Prize grows over denial of Bosnian war crimes

Ahead of the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony, condemnation grew Monday over the awarding of the 2019 Nobel Prize in Literature to Austrian writer Peter...

Turkey joins Nobel ceremony boycott in protest against Handke

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it would join Albania and Kosovo in boycotting the Nobel awards ceremony in protest against 2019 literature prize laureate Peter Handke, who has been criticized for backing late Serbian strongman Slobodan Milosevic.

Protest and boycotts as Austrian author accused of supporting Milosevic to receive Nobel prize

Protesters from the Balkans and worldwide are expected to descend on Stockholm today as the Nobel Prize for Literature is handed to an Austrian author accused of supporting the genocidal Serbian regime of Slobodan Milosevic.

Saudi military training under review after US shooting

US lawmakers call for a halt of the program after Saudi officer killed three Americans.

The FBI is now investigating the Pensacola Navy base shooting as act of terrorism

Three young troops were killed and eight people were injured when 21-year-old 2nd Lt. Mohammed Alshamrani of the Royal Saudi Air Force opened fire.

Trump, Saudi Arabia stay close after Pensacola shooting

President Donald Trump appears to be maintaining his support of Saudi Arabia in the wake of a deadly shooting at a U.S. naval base allegedly perpetrated by a Saudi national -- a crime the FBI presumes is an act of terrorism.

Fatal US naval base shooting presumed to be act of terrorism, FBI says

The US has sought the assistance of Saudi officials as they try to gather information about the gunman.

Pensacola Shooter Sent Anti-U.S. Tweets Before Naval Base Attack

Mohammed Alshamrani, a member of the Royal Saudi Air Force, killed three Americans when he opened fire at Naval Air Station Pensacola.

Martires: One out of 40 households has had experience with corruption

Ombudsman Samuel Martires has revealed that one out of every 40 households in the country has had an experience with corruption activities.

Fighting corruption a government priority – Andanar

Fighting corruption remains an utmost priority of the Duterte administration to prevent an abusive culture of extortion and embezzlement as well as oppression of the people, a Palace official said Monday.

References in Peshawar BRT, Malam Jabba land scams ready, says NAB chief

ISLAMABAD: National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Justice (retd) Javed Iqbal on Monday said that the accountability watchdog has prepared references against alleged malfeasance in Peshawar Bu

KWS adopts new policies to fight corruption

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - Tourism Cabinet Secretary Najib Balala has emphasised the need for the operationalisation of the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) code - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

NAB prepares BRT, Malam Jabba references, says chairman NAB

National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman retired justice Javed Iqbal said on Monday that the accountability watchdog has tightened its noose around plunderers of

Angela Kerins damages case against Dáil adjourned until January

High Court president Mr Justice Peter Kelly tells sides he has received no papers in advance

Damages claim by Angela Kerins adjourned until January

A High Court claim for damages by former Rehab CEO Angela Kerins over her treatment by the Dáil Public Accounts Committee has been adjourned until January.

Sotomayor Skewers Louisiana Policy for Appeals Scandal

Eliciting a statement of concern from Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the Supreme Court declined Monday to take up a case stemming from a suicide note that described a secret court policy in Louisiana targeting the poor.

SC Order In Dileep Case: Some Pertinent Questions

Seminal question which arose for consideration by the apex court in the appeal preferred with special leave against the Order of a single judge of the High Court of Kerala in P.Gopalakrishnan...

Magistrate declines dismissing Bajjo’s case

The prosecution alleges that during the month of June 2019 in various places such as Masaka, Mbarara, Ibanda and Kampala, Bajjo incited members of the public.

Cambodia to start opposition leader trial in January

PHNOM PENH (Reuters) - The trial of Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha on treason charges will begin on Jan. 15, a court said on Monday.

Cambodia to start opposition leader trial in January

PHNOM PENH, Dec 9 —The trial of Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha on treason charges will begin on Jan. 15, a court said today. Kem Sokha was arrested in 2017 and his opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) banned ahead of an election last year that was condemned by Western...

British Rohingya activist fears retaliation over Hague genocide trial

One of the UK’s most prominent Rohingya activists says he fears for his young family’s safety after reports that ardent Myanmar government supporters have been looking for his home address ahead of the opening on Tuesday of a genocide trial in the Hague.

Jokowi skips KPK anticorruption day invitation, delegating Ma'ruf to attend instead

When asked why he did not attend the KPK event, Jokowi said he was merely “delegating”

'We demand proof, not promises': Papuans urge Jokowi to bring justice to Paniai tragedy

Five people, including four high school students, were allegedly shot and killed by Indonesian Military (TNI) soldiers on Dec. 8, 2014, during a protest in Paniai.

Questions Raised as Jowie Mysteriously Disappears From Prison

According to her statement, the officer in charge informed them that the suspect in Monica Kimani's murder had been...

Puzzle As Jowie Allegedly Transferred To Voi, Parents Question Motive

Jowie Irungu, the prime suspect in the brutal murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani has allegedly been transferred from Kamiti Maximum Prison Security Prison under unclear circumstances.According

It's like they want to do something to him - Jowie's mother worried after he could not be found at Kamiti

Where is my son? - Jowie Irungu's mother

Bad news for Sonko as court hands him more days behind bars

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Sonko To Spend Two More Days In Police Custody

Nairobi governor Mike Sonko will spend two more days in police custody pending his bail application ruling on Wednesday.Milimani Law Courts Chief Magistrate Douglas Ogoti ordered that he be remand

American seen wrestling with ID-less off-duty cop in viral video charged with assault

An American banker seen in a now-viral video grappling with a man who turned out to be an off-duty police officer in an MTR station was charged with common assault and assaulting an officer today The incident happened on Saturday at Causeway Bay...

Policeman 'thrashed baton in violent, uncontrolled and dangerous manner' before hitting student on head during London protests leaving him needing emergency surgery, tribunal hears

Alfie Meadows, 29, said he saw an officer 'thrashing around' with the weapon before he was struck exactly nine years ago in London, when he suffered a head injury requiring emergency surgery.

Former student tells hearing of 'excruciating pain' at hands of police

Alfie Meadows had more than 100 staples in head after being hit by baton at 2010 protest

TPS constable accused of Tasering break-and-enter suspect after he surrendered

A 51-year-old Toronto police officer has been charged in connection with an October incident where a break-and-enter suspect was allegedly shocked three times with a conducted energy weapon and kicked after he surrendered.

Nigerian arrested for confining 3 female MUBS students

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Rohingya refugees demand justice for Myanmar genocide at ICJ

Rohingya genocide hearings at the International Court of Justice start at The Hague as human rights campaigners call for a global boycott of Myanmar to stop violence against the Muslim minority group

Rights groups launch Myanmar boycott ahead of Hague genocide hearings

Human rights campaigners supporting Myanmar’s Rohingya Muslim minority on Monday called for a global boycott of the country, a day before genocide hearings begin at the International Court of Justice in The Hague.

Aung San Suu Kyi heads to The Hague for Myanmar genocide case

Nobel laureate will defend government at court hearing on Rohingya crackdown

Rohingya campaigners launch Myanmar boycott

Human rights campaigners supporting Myanmar's Rohingya mainly Muslim minority have called for a global boycott of the country, a day before genocide hearings begin at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague.

British Rohingya activist fears retaliation over Hague genocide trial

One of the UK’s most prominent Rohingya activists says he fears for his young family’s safety after reports that ardent Myanmar government supporters have been looking for his home address ahead of the opening on Tuesday of a genocide trial in the Hague.

What to expect from Monday's House Judiciary Committee impeachment summation hearing

Republican and Democratic lawyers are set to present impeachment evidence at the House Judiciary Committee's latest hearing. The House Judiciary Committee on Monday will hold its second public hearing in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump. The hearing will kick off with opening statements by Democratic counsel Barry Berke and Republican counsel Stephen Castor; from there, Democratic counsel Daniel Goldman will lay out the evidence for impeaching Trump, while Castor will lay out the evidence against, The New York Times reports. They'll be using evidence gathered by the House Intelligence Committee. The Republican and Democratic lawyers will have 90 minutes to present evidence, per Vox, at which point committee members will be able to ask questions. Politico in previewing the hearing notes that "lawmakers will have their crack at a congressional staffer, which can create a unique dynamic. They can be much more firm, direct and, to be frank, rude with someone who works on the Hill." The hearing is expected…

This week: House impeachment inquiry hits crucial stretch

The House inquiry is set to hit a tipping point this week, as Democrats prepare to unveil articles of impeachment against President Trump. 

Watch Live: House Judiciary Committee Holds Hearing on Impeachment

The House Judiciary Committee holds its second hearing on the impeachment inquiry on Monday at 9 a.m.

WATCH LIVE: House Judiciary Committee holds public impeachment hearing

The House Judiciary Committee will hold its second public hearing regarding the Trump impeachment investigation at 9 a.m. on Monday morning. Daniel Goldman, the Judiciary Committee lawyer for the Democrats, and Stephen R. Castor, the Judiciary Committee lawyer for the Republicans, will be presenting evidence about the president's actions.

Watch live: Democrats lay out impeachment case against Trump

Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Democratic investigators will detail their impeachment case against President Donald Trump at a hearing on Capitol Hill Monday, presenting evidence to the House judiciary committee.

Court rejects Minnesota’s renewal of US Steel mine permit

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Court of Appeals on Monday reversed a decision by state regulators to renew a wastewater discharge permit for U.S. Steel's giant Minntac iron ore mine...

U.S. Supreme Court rejects challenge to Berkeley cell phone law

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected a free speech challenge brought by a trade group against a regulation issued by the California city of Berkeley that requires cell phone retailers to tell customers of certain radiation risks. The justices left in place a July 2019 decision by the San Francisco-based

DOJ: Gov’t ready to run water supply if water concessionaires bail

Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra assured the public on Monday that the government is ready to take over the water supply duties for Metro Manila in the event that the two water concessionaires Manila Water Co., Inc. and Maynilad Water Services decide to halt their services.

Court challenge to federal ban on needles for drug-using prisoners postponed

TORONTO - A court hearing to challenge the federal government's ban on needles for drug-using prisoners has been postponed until next week in the latest del

Bihar: 34,549 water bodies, 19,739 roads encroached, govt survey shows

The survey was ordered after the maximum cases registered under the Public Grievances Redressal Act, 2015, were found to be encroachment-related.

Aivali: A Story of Greeks and Turks in 1922 by Soloup review – a moving graphic novel

The traumas of the Turks and Greeks forced to flee their homes a century ago are drawn with moving simplicity and speak clearly to today’s refugee crisis

The Cure For Ultraviolence

The cases of Usman Khan and Lisa Marie Smith point to the problems with deradicalization.

Syrian sisters ask world community to help war victims

Two Syrian siblings have been using social media to call on the international community to help victims of war in their country. Forced by Syrian regime...

A changing world

Some conflicts leave relatively small footprints; others cause ripples in the space-time continuum.

Greece and Turkey in War of Words over accusations of Greek army ‘war crimes’

Turkey’s constant efforts to distort historical facts are regretful and sadly expose it. As does its use of inappropriate expressions. We will not follow suit.

Greece and Turkey in War of Words over accusations of Greek army ‘war crimes’

Turkey’s constant efforts to distort historical facts are regretful and sadly expose it. As does its use of inappropriate expressions. We will not follow suit.

Turkey will always defend its interests, Defense Minister Akar says

Turkey is in favor of dialogue with regional actors when it comes to the Eastern Mediterranean, Defense Minister Hulusi Akar said Monday, adding that the...

Graft trial for Syrian President Assad’s uncle opens in Paris

Brussels: European Union foreign ministers debated Monday how to respond to a controversial agreement between Turkey and Libya that could give Turkey access to a contested economic zone across the Mediterranean Sea. The maritime border deal, endorsed by the Turkish parliament last week, has fueled tensions in Turkey’s long-running dispute with Greece, Cyprus and Egypt over oil

Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict

Russian leader Vladimir Putin will for the first time hold formal talks with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict in Ukraine's east on Monday, in a much-anticipated summit in Paris.

Turkey alone on Palestine but will keep supporting oppressed, Erdoğan says

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan underlined that Turkey will continue to stand in solidarity with the oppressed and never stop defending the Palestinian cause

5 dead and dozens injured as NZ’s most active volcano erupts on White Island (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

Despite being the country’s most active volcano, prone to sudden eruptions, White Island has remained a popular tourist attraction, attracting crowds of eager visitors every day on boat and walking tours

UPDATE: Five dead, many injured after New Zealand volcano eruption

New Zealand police said at least one person was killed and more fatalities were likely, after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted leaving dozens stranded.

Three Brits missing feared dead on New Zealand volcano

The huge eruption on White Island New Zealand, struck at 2.11pm local time, with more than 20 people still unaccounted for.

New Zealand volcano eruption kills 5

The island volcano eruption also left 18 injured and several others stranded.

Five dead, many injured after New Zealand volcano eruption

Five people were killed, 18 were injured and several more were left stranded after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted unexpectedly in New Zealand on Monday.

Jharkhand assembly polls: PM Modi cautions people against Congress

PM Modi, who was addressing a poll rally at Bokaro, compared Jharkhand to a youth attaining 19 years and its citizens its gaurdian and appealed to the people of the tribal state to vote for the BJP government for the second time in a row.

PM Modi cautions people against Congress in Jharkhand

Modi, who was addressing a poll rally at Bokaro, compared Jharkhand to a youth attaining 19 years and its citizens its gaurdian and appealed to the people of the state to vote for the BJP government for the second time in a row.

Jharkhand Assembly election | Congress subverted mandate in Karnataka; people taught it a a lesson: PM Modi

PM Modi claimed that the Congress-JMM-RJD alliance in Jharkhand would plunge the State into “instability and uncertainty” if voted to power

K'taka poll results message for all states where anyone betrays public mandate: PM

Modi also spoke about the political tussle that the state of Karnataka had witnessed soon after the assembly election results.

Narendra Modi says Karnataka bye-poll results show voters trust only BJP for stability, development

The prime minister made the remark at an election rally in Jharkhand.

Anglican Church bans use of Aso Ebi at Funerals

The Anglican Church in Obosi, Anambra State has banned ceremonial dresses, popularly referred to as Aso Ebi and printing of brochures during funerals in the church. Ven. Ikechukwu Ihemtuge, Vicar in charge of St. Andrew’s Church, Obosi, disclosed

20TH Ordination: I was deaf,dumb as a growing child – Fr.Emakpor

Parish Priest of St. Theresa Catholic Church, Osubi in Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State, Very Rev. Fr. (Dr.) Edmund Tansi Emakpor, who says

Mugodhi Apostolic sect faces fresh divisions

Mugodhi Apostolic Church, one of the largest Apostolic sects in Zimbabwe, faces fresh divisions after one of its senior pastors approached the High Court challenging the validity of the church’s constitution, saying it was not properly enacted.

Ho Catholic Diocese marks end-of-year Grotto pilgrimage

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Mourn Reinhard Bonnke’s demise, CAN President directs churches

The President, Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Revd. Samson Ayokunle has directed all churches in the country to mourn Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke...

Sowore: APC accuses Atiku of spreading falsehood - The Nation Newspaper

Tony Akowe, Abuja The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Sunday night accused former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar of spreading falsehood about the event leading the rearrest of the founder of #RebolutionNow, Omoyele Sowore by operatives of the Department of State Services in Friday at the Federal High Court in Abuja. National Publicity Secretary of the […]

Sowore: APC Blasts PDP, Atiku For Condemning Activist’s Re-Arrest

The APC has berated the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for attacking the Department of State Services (DSS) over a court invasion. 

We don’t want another Boko Haram, IPOB - The Nation Newspaper

The Department of State Services (DSS) is doing its job, the Presidency said on Sunday in its reaction to the agency’s action in the Sowore saga.

Just less than 100, 000 Nigerians are sympathetic to Sowore—Adesina

FEMI Adesina, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the President, Monday says less than 100, 000 Nigerians are actually concerned about continuous detention of Omoyele Sowore, Publisher of Sahara Reporters, contrary to popular believe that Nigerians are dissatisfied with actions of the Federal Government and the Department of State Security (DSS).

Updated: Amnesty Int’l, SERAP threaten mass action over Sowore’s rearrest

Following the 'combative' rearrest of Convener of RevolutionNow movement, Omoyele Sowore, by the Department of State Services, DSS, at the....SERAP

Bihar: 34,549 water bodies, 19,739 roads encroached, govt survey shows

The survey was ordered after the maximum cases registered under the Public Grievances Redressal Act, 2015, were found to be encroachment-related.

Jharkhand polls: CRPF unit alleges animal-like treatment, claims given drinking water from water canon

An assistant commandant-rank company commander of 222nd battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has written to the state authorities and his headquarters in Delhi.

‘No one bothers about rules’: NHRC sends notice to Delhi government after Anaj Mandi fire

The Delhi Police had on Sunday evening arrested the owner, identified as Rehan, and his manager Furkan.

SUV driver fined Rs 9,500 for damaging a tree in Telangana town

Since September 2018, Siddipet horticulture officers have collected over Rs 1.2 lakh as penalties on damages to trees planted under the 'Haritha Haram' afforestation programme.

SC asks States for report on Food Security Act

The order came on a petition on the starvation death of a girl in Jharkhand in 2017

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot asks Censor Board to take note of opposition to Panipat

The movie is based on the Third Battle of Panipat fought between the Maratha empire and Afghan king Ahmad Shah Abdali in 1761. Arjun Kapoor plays the role of Sadashiv Rao Bhau, commander of the Maratha army. Bharatpur king Surajmal is shown as having denied help to the Maratha army.

Arjun Kapoor’s Panipat Faces Protests At Several Places In Rajasthan; CM Ashok Gehlot Urges Censor Board To Intervene

The protest against film Panipat for portraying king Surajmal in bad light escalated when protesters smashed window glasses of the Inox cinema hall here on Monday. Also, the show at Raj Mandir, the re

Panipat: Protesters vandalise Jaipur theatre, claim Maharaja Surajmal shown in bad light

Rajasthan minister Vishvendra Singh, a descendant of Maharaja Surajmal, joined the protest and demanded an immediate ban on Panipat.

'Hats Off,' Andhra CM Reddy Lauds 'Encounter Killings' in Telangana Rape, Murder Case

Reddy, who is a close friend of KCR, said that the brutal incident was a shame on part of the society that needs to be questioned.

Sonia Gandhi turns 73, wishes pour in

Ms. Gandhi, however, is not celebrating her birthday in the wake of rape incidents in various parts of the country and concerns over women’s security.

Uhuru appointed to lead 79 countries

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President Akufo-Addo attends ACP summit in Nairobi, Kenya

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ACP nations will defend multilateral trading systems – Kenyatta

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - President Uhuru Kenyatta today said the African, Caribbean and Pacific group of nations will strongly defend multilateral trading systems in order to protect themselves from unfair trade practices. President Kenyatta said

Buhari to spend three days in Egypt

President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja on Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt to attend a meeting designed to set “an agenda for sustainable peace and development in Africa.” Femi Adesina, presidential

Buhari jets out to Egypt Tuesday

President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja on Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt to attend the Aswan Forum. The gathering is designed to set an agenda for sustainable peace and development in the continent. In a statement issued on

Biden campaign attacks Trump policy on Saudi Arabia, North Korea

Democrat Joe Biden’s presidential campaign launched new attacks on Donald Trump on Sunday, advocating a reevaluation of U.S.-Saudi relations.

Biden campaign attacks Trump policy on Saudi Arabia, North Korea

(Reuters) - Democrat Joe Biden’s presidential campaign launched new attacks on Donald Trump on Sunday, advocating a re-evaluation of U.S.-Saudi relations and calling North Korea’s apparent weapons test a “rebuke” to the U.S. president in a statement to Reuters.

Trump Officials Block U.N. Meeting on Human Rights Abuses in North Korea

The U.S. is trying to preserve a diplomatic opening with Kim Jong-un, even as North Korea dismisses President Trump as a “heedless and erratic old man.”

10 things you need to know today: December 9, 2019

The House Judiciary Committee hears from impeachment investigators, the FBI treats the Pensacola base attack as terrorism, and more

North Korea Resumes Insults of 'Erratic Old Man' Trump

Kim Jong Un has warned he may take a 'new path' if the United States fails to address his demands

Tamil Nadu village auctions panchayat seats to raise money for temple

It seems like the people of Nadukuppam village panchayat have decided to raise money for social welfare and other development works by auctioning off the panchayat posts, instead of electing their leaders.

113 nominations received in Virudhunagar district

Virudhunagar A total of 113 nominations, seven for panchayat presidents and 106 for panchayat ward members, were filed on Monday, the first day for filing papers for the rural local body elections.Aft

Adivasis from Telangana send out a clear message in New Delhi

Adivasis from Telangana demand removal of Lambadas from ST list

CPI slams Centre, State Government over ‘adamant’ attitude on CAB

The Lakhimpur district council of the Communist Party of India (CPI) once again came down heavily against the BJP-led Union and State

113 nominations received on day one in Thoothukudi district

THOOTHUKUDIAs nomination for various positions in the rural local bodies commenced on Monday, 113 persons filed their nominations on the first day.For the 3,537 positions in the rural civic bodies in

Defeat in Johor is a clear message to Pakatan, says Anwar

Defeat in Johor is a clear message to Pakatan, says Anwar

Anwar’s party faces full-blown schism

Anwar’s party faces full-blown schism

PKR sec-gen says SPV 2030 dinner did not violate party discipline

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 9 — The ‘Shared Prosperity Vision’ dinner which was attended by several PKR leaders yesterday, did not violate the party discipline, said PKR secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. However, he said, the content of the speech delivered during the dinner was...

Dr Mahathir to look into ‘deep state’ sabotaging the Pakatan government

Dr Mahathir to look into ‘deep state’ sabotaging the Pakatan government

Communism claims a ploy to tarnish democratic process, says minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Senator P. Waytha Moorthy has expressed disappointment over allegations made by a Terengganu Umno member that communist elements have infiltrated the government. In a statement today, he said such claims are clear efforts to...

Volcano eruption in New Zealand kills five, several missing

Police say more casualties were feared as about 50 people were nearby minutes before the eruption.

At least 5 killed after New Zealand volcano suddenly erupts

At least five people were killed, up to 20 injured and several were reported missing after a volcano suddenly erupted off the coast of New Zealand’s North Island on Monday, spewing a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air. More casualties were feared on White Island, where the volcano erupted at about 2:11…

Volcano Erupts in New Zealand; 5 Dead, Many Missing

A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moonlike surface, killing five people and leaving many more missing.

Five dead, many injured after New Zealand volcano eruption

Five people were killed, 18 were injured and several more were left stranded after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted unexpectedly in New Zealand on Monday. Police said some 50 peop...

1 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano

The eruption sent a plume of steam and ash about 12,000 feet (3,660 meters) into the air.

BRT, Malam Jabba references are ready: NAB chairman

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References in Peshawar BRT, Malam Jabba land scams ready, says NAB chief

ISLAMABAD: National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Justice (retd) Javed Iqbal on Monday said that the accountability watchdog has prepared references against alleged malfeasance in Peshawar Bu

NAB prepares BRT, Malam Jabba references, says chairman NAB

National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman retired justice Javed Iqbal said on Monday that the accountability watchdog has tightened its noose around plunderers of

NAB chairman urges ministers to avoid making predictions about investigations

Javed Iqbal urges parliament to play its due role in eliminating corruption.

Anti-corruption drive will bring prosperity to Pakistan: PM Imran

Premie­r lauds Punjab govt for launch­ing anti-corrup­tion app

Woman rushed to hospital with ‘serious injuries’ after Newton Mearns ‘disturbance’ as man arrested

A WOMAN was left with “serious injuries” as a man was arrested after a “disturbance” in Newton Mearns. Cops confirmed they were called to a property on Castle Road in the to…

Man arrested after woman seriously injured in Newton Mearns house as cops probe 'disturbance'

The 41-year-old woman was raced to hospital.

Police give update after man on night out with friends left with serious head injury

The 38-year-old victim suffered from the injury during the brutal attack on Sunday morning

Police say City Road alleged stabbings in Cardiff are 'not linked'

There have been two incidents in less than a month

Police launch probe after Cambuslang social club disturbance leaves four men injured

Officers were called to a report of a disturbance within Holepark Social Club around 7.20pm on Sunday night.

Nicola Sturgeon urges SNP activists not to back candidate axed over alleged anti-Semitism

NICOLA Sturgeon has urged SNP members not to back a candidate axed over alleged anti-Semitism. Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath hopeful Neale Hanvey was dropped by the party after comments he allegedly ma…

Halting demands for indyref2 once again at the heart of Scottish Tory campaign

Mr Carlaw says the Tories are getting a ‘fantastic response in certain key seats’.

Scottish Labour say Section 30 order for IndyRef2 will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become PM

Scottish Labour insists a Section 30 order for a referendum on Scots independence will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become prime minister on Friday.

SNP campaign focused on key constitutional issues of Brexit and independence

The SNP leader has sought to portray Boris Johnson as unfit to lead Britain.

SNP campaign focused on key constitutional issues of Brexit and independence

The SNP leader has sought to portray Boris Johnson as unfit to lead Britain.

North Korea resumes insults of 'erratic old man' Trump

A senior North Korean official called President Donald Trump a "heedless and erratic old man", resuming insults of the American leader that were set aside during a rare thaw in relations.

North Korea Resumes Insults of 'Erratic Old Man' Trump

Kim Jong Un has warned he may take a 'new path' if the United States fails to address his demands

North Korea insults Trump as 'heedless and erratic old man' as tension rises

Pyongyang responds to tweets on denuclearization and says ‘the time when we cannot but call him a ‘dotard’ again may come’

North Korea Calls Trump 'Erratic' Old Man Over Tweets

Former nuclear negotiator Kim Yong Chol said North Korea wouldn’t cave in to U.S. pressure because it has nothing to lose.

'Old man' Trump is 'bluffing' says North Korea: KCNA

Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un engaged in mutual insults and threats of devastation in 2017, sending tensions soaring before a diplomatic rapprochement the following year.

Palestinians in Bethlehem look beyond religious tourism

BETHLEHEM, Palestinian Territory - For decades, the people of Bethlehem have watched tour buses drive up to the Church of the Nativity, disgorge their passe

Palestinians in Bethlehem look beyond religious tourism

BETHLEHEM, Palestinian Territory - For decades, the people of Bethlehem have watched tour buses drive up to the Church of the Nativity, disgorge their passe

Palestinians in Bethlehem look beyond religious tourism

BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) - For decades, the people of Bethlehem have watched tour buses drive up to the Church of the Nativity, disgorge their passengers for a few hours at the traditional birthplace of Jesus, and then return to Israel.

Russia, UN, Syria Rebuild Pagan Temple of Baal in Palmyra: Third Pre-Messiah Gateway

The site hosted many monumental projects including the Temple of Bel (or Ba’al). The temple was built on the site of a prior pagan temple dating back to the third millennium BCE.

PA Villagers Enraged: Jews Bought Parcels in Arab Development Project

Abu Samra uploaded an ad in Hebrew announcing "A golden opportunity to buy land in Judea and Samaria!" above a map of the land plots available for purchasing from the Arab project.

Tory chairwoman 'tells Muslim shopper her hijab is "offensive" outside Asda'

Barnet Tory chairwoman Fiona Bulmer was asked to stand down after she allegedly made the comments to the Muslim mum - who had asked if she supported Boris Johnson's 'letterbox' niqab comparison

Anti-Semitism stokes fear and election angst in UK's 'bagel belt'

Labour party candidate Holly Kal-Weiss sums up the mood of Jewish constituents she's met on the election campaign trail in the "bagel belt" ...

Lib Dems criticised for 'sneaky and misleading' Devon election letter

The party say they have done nothing wrong - what do you think?

Meet Ali, 25. Boris Johnson's biggest challenger

Meet Ali, 25. Boris Johnson

Jo Swinson reveals she has been advised to wear 'lower cut tops' amid fears that the Lib Dem campaign is failing to win over voters

Jo Swinson said the extraordinary tip was among a welter of 'unsolicited advice' she has received on how to revive her flagging campaign.

‘Aathmeeyudu’ owns up improvement of hostels in Narayanpet

Officials from other departments deputed to find gaps and find solutions to bridge them

Private schools say no to declaring per-child expenditure

They say the fee structure is ‘rigid and impractical’

Healthcare management transferred to sub-national level

The government on Monday issued a sub-decree to delegate the management of healthcare provision to sub-national administrations, which will be effective as of January next year.

GITAM plans to set up National Orthopaedic Learning Centre

CME programme on total knee arthroplasty organised

Plea to rescue two labourers stranded in Muscat

TENKASISeeking intervention of Collector G.K. Arun Sundar Thayalan to ensure the safe release of two labourers stranded in Muscat, the Abroad Tamils’ Welfare Association a submitted petition during th

Climate protests across Europe as COP25 summit enters second week

Madrid, Paris, Brussels and London are among the European capitals to host climate change protests

Climate change: Thousands form a human chain in Brussels

2,400 people in Brussels held hands on Sunday to form a human chain as part of demands for tougher measures to combat climate change.

Greta Thunberg leads scientists in shunning flights for top climate conference

She sailed across the Atlantic to Spain instead.

2020 election crucial for US to catch up on climate action

A significant expansion of state, city, and business climate action could reduce US greenhouse gas emissions by up to 37 percent by 2030 over 2005 levels even without federal support, according to projections published Monday. The figures were compiled by America's Pledge, a group founded in 2017

French strike chaos deepens in crucial week for Macron

France's transport chaos deepened amid an ongoing nationwide strike and mass protests over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial...

Dorcas Ajwang's burial set for December 20

The ceremony will take place at her home in Waondo, Suba North.

Brave woman fights FGM in Kwale

Rehema Nandito has campaigned against the illegal practice since 2013.

20TH Ordination: I was deaf,dumb as a growing child – Fr.Emakpor

Parish Priest of St. Theresa Catholic Church, Osubi in Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State, Very Rev. Fr. (Dr.) Edmund Tansi Emakpor, who says

VIDEO: 3 NPP executives suspended for hooting at MP

Three(3) Executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Atwima Nwabiagya North constituency of the Ashanti Region have been suspended for hooting at the Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, Hon Benito Owusu Bio. Kwabena Owusu Denkyira(Amando), Youth Organizer at Atwima Koforidua L/A Middle School, Prince Boakye, Organizer at Atwima Koforidua CAC “A” and Prince Adu Gyamfi, Organizer at Koforidua Market Square “B” were each handed an indefinite suspension by the party following a recommendation from the disciplinary committee. They were said to have misconducted themselves and therefore found guilty by the disciplinary committee according to a letter dated 29th November, 2019 and signed by Isaac K Dawuni the constituency secretary It would be recalled that Hon Benito Owusu Bio was last month humiliated, hooted at and chased out of a gathering by youth belonging to the NPP. The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources had gone to Atwima Koforidua, a town in his constituency to engage members of the community…

Katureebe advises Fresh Kid to balance talent and education

The young celebrity started singing as the judicial officers enjoyed his thrilling music despite being composed in Luganda.

French strike chaos deepens in crucial week for Macron

France's transport chaos deepened Monday on the fifth day of a nationwide strike over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial week in President Emmanuel Macron's battle with trade unions.

French strike chaos deepens in crucial week for Macron

France's transport chaos deepened amid an ongoing nationwide strike and mass protests over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial...

No let-up in Macron's duel with unions on fifth day of strikes

Trade unions called for more street protests after nationwide strikes aimed at forcing President Emmanuel Macron to abandon his pension reforms caused chaos on France's transport networks for a fifth day on Monday. The week ahead will test whether Macron can deliver the social and economic change

Traffic jams cripple Paris as pension strikes halt trains

PARIS (AP) - Paris commuters inched to work Monday through massive traffic jams as strikes against retirement plan changes halted trains and subways for a fifth straight day.

Macron has failed to lift France's gloom

A nation distrustful of change cannot bring itself to look at the facts.

Defeat in Karnataka Bypolls: Siddaramaiah, Dinesh Gundu Rao quit Congress positions

Siddaramaiah has sent in his letter of resignation to AICC president Sonia Gandhi, reiterating his loyalty to Gandhi as well as the party. He expressed regrets at not being able to win more seats despite making sincere efforts.

Karnataka bypoll results: Siddaramaiah, Dinesh Gundu Rao resign after Congress poor show

However, the Congress high command in Delhi is yet to take a call on these resignations.

What The Karnataka Bypoll Results Mean For Yediyurappa And Congress

The BJP won 12 of the total 15 seats in the bypolls and Congress only managed to get two. Siddaramaiah resigned as Leader of Congress Legislature Party and Leader of Opposition.

Yediyurappa firms up strength as BJP sweeps Karnataka bypoll

Party wins 12 out of 15 seats; Siddaramaiah, Gundu Rao quit Congress party posts

Karnataka bye-polls: Siddaramaiah steps down as leader of Congress legislature party after defeat

The BJP won 12 of the 15 constituencies where bye-polls were held.

Damages claim by Angela Kerins adjourned until January

A High Court claim for damages by former Rehab CEO Angela Kerins over her treatment by the Dáil Public Accounts Committee has been adjourned until January.

Angela Kerins damages case against Dáil adjourned until January

High Court president Mr Justice Peter Kelly tells sides he has received no papers in advance

Question paper leak: HC quashes punishment for constable

Treatment meted out to three, whose names were dropped by CBI, was different

Trial of garda accused of assaulting RTÉ cameraman hears protestors became 'extremely aggressive'

The trial has started of a garda charged with the assault of an RTÉ cameraman who was reporting on demonstrations by an “anti-Islamisation” group and “anti-racism” groups.

Victoria’s top cop claims Lawyer X ignorance

Victoria Chief Commissioner Graham Ashton claims he only learned this year that lawyer Nicola Gobbo was a police informer more than once.

Cong, JD(S) 'disqualified' in people's court: BJP after K'taka by-poll results

Kateel was happy that the party made its presence felt for the first time in Mandya district.

Cong, JDS disqualified in people's court: BJP

Expressing joy over BJP's stellar performance in the Assembly by-elections in Karnataka, the party's state chief Nalin Kumar Kateel on Monday said Congress and JD(S) have been "disqualified" in the people's court.

Karnataka bypoll: Hunsur bucks the trend, hands out defeat to BJP

Popularity of Cong. candidate H.P. Manjunath and absence of chemistry between BJP’s A.H. Vishwanath and the electorate are said to be the chief reasons for the defeat

Yediyurappa firms up strength as BJP sweeps Karnataka bypoll

Party wins 12 out of 15 seats; Siddaramaiah, Gundu Rao quit Congress party posts

What The Karnataka Bypoll Results Mean For Yediyurappa And Congress

The BJP won 12 of the total 15 seats in the bypolls and Congress only managed to get two. Siddaramaiah resigned as Leader of Congress Legislature Party and Leader of Opposition.

Qatar state minister for foreign affairs arrives in Riyadh: QNA

DUBAI (Reuters) - Qatar’s minister of state for foreign affairs arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday, state news agency QNA said, for a preparatory meeting ahead of an annual summit of Gulf Cooperation Council leaders that could see a thaw in a 2-1/2-year Gulf crisis.

Qatar’s Emir Unlikely to Attend Gulf Summit in Riyadh

(Bloomberg) -- Qatar’s emir isn’t likely to attend the Gulf Cooperation Council heads of state summit starting Tuesday in Saudi Arabia, according to people familiar with the matter who confirmed progress toward mending a drawn-out regional rift while tempering expectations of a breakthrough this week.Sheikh

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs arrives in Riyadh ahead of GCC Summit

Riyadh: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs H E Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi arrived today in Riyadh to chair Qatar's delegation participating in the 145th ministerial preparatory meeting for the GCC 40th Leaders' Summit, hosted by Saudi Arabia.

Amir arrives at Kigali

Kigali: The Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani arrived Monday in Kigali, capital of Rwanda.

Riyadh Gears up to Host 40th GCC Summit on Tuesday

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz will chair in Riyadh on Tuesday the 40th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit. Riyadh has previously hosted the GCC summit on eight occasions. GCC Secretary General Dr. Abdullatif Al-Zayani

Turkey repatriates 11 suspected Daesh members to France

Eleven terrorists of French nationality have been repatriated as part of Turkey's newly-introduced process of deporting former Daesh members who have taken...

Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters.

Turkey deports 11 French suspected ISIL members

Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the ISIL (ISIS) armed group.

Unemployment high on list of Arab youth’s major concerns

ANKARA: Turkey sent 11 French “foreign terrorist fighters” back to France on Monday, the Turkish interior ministry said. “Eleven French citizens have been deported to their home country,” it said in a statement. Ankara has lambasted Western countries for refusing to take back their citizens who left to join the Daesh group in Syria and Iraq. It says it has some 1,200 foreign

Turkey deports 11 French suspected IS members

ANKARA, TURKEY (AP) - Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the Islamic State group, the Interior Ministry said Monday.

Trump impeachment drive enters crucial week in divided Congress

Democrats accuse Trump of abusing his power by allegedly linking military aid for Ukraine and a White House meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky to a request...

Crucial week for Trump as impeachment drive heats up in divided Congress

The impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump in a sharply divided US Congress enter a new phase Monday when the House Judiciary Committee convenes a hearing expected to result in specific charges against the Republican leader.

Trump impeachment drive enters crucial week in divided Congress

Washington, United States | AFP | The impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump in a sharply divided US Congress enter a new phase Monday when the House Judiciary Committee convenes a hearing expected to result in specific charges against the Republican leader. Democrats accuse Trump of abusing his power by allegedly linking military aid for Ukraine …

Congressional panel to weigh Trump impeachment evidence as formal charges loom

WASHINGTON, Dec 9 — A US congressional panel leading the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump will debate the evidence against him on Monday, with Democratic lawmakers poised to move forward with possible formal charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress this week. The...

Jury would convict Trump 'in 3 minutes flat,' says key lawmaker

US presid­ent has repeat­edly blaste­d the House inquir­y as a partis­an attack by House Democr­ats

Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries

The latest reform was hailed by young Saudis but dismissed by arch-conservatives on social media, with one Twitter user saying it went against sharia, or Islamic...

Saudi stops gender-segregated entrances in restaurants

Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdo...

Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries

Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdom.

Saudi removes gender-segregated entrances for eateries

Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdom.

Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries

Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries

Beleaguered DR Congo rainforest attacked on all sides

An array of global and local NGOs are in a tense fight to save the rainforest, which lost an area twice the size of Luxembourg last year alone, according to Global...

Beleaguered DR Congo rainforest attacked on all sides

Kisangani, DR Congo: Lush rainforest covers millions of hectares of the Democratic Republic of Congo, a central part of Earth's natural defence against global warming -- but it is under severe threat from a perfect storm of mismanagement and corruption.

The Environmental Catastrophe in Your Joint

“Trespass grows,” which feed the marijuana black market, do great damage to the planet.

Boom in seahorse poaching spells bust for Italy’s coastal habitats

Ocean species endangered as black market trade devastates marine life across Puglia region

Israeli fish farmers give peckish migratory pelicans a free lunch

Migratory pelicans have long raided Israeli fish farms, which try to deter them with loudspeakers, laser beams and by firing blank rounds from rifles. In their desperation, they have come up with another way: offering the birds a free lunch.

About 200,000 Pakistani pilgrims to perform Hajj 2020: Minister

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Noor-ul-Haq Qadri has said that about 200,000 pilgrims will perform Hajj in 2020 under the Government as well as Private Hajj Scheme. However, the exact number of pilgrims who will perform Hajj in 2020 will be known after the signing of an agreement by him with his Saudi Counterpart, which is expected in the first week of December 2019. In a written reply to a question submitted in the National Assembly on December 9, 2019, the religious affairs minister told that the detail of per head expenditure for Hajj 2020 is based on the rates of accommodation charges. The minister told that compulsory Hajj dues, additional service charges and train charges etc. to be provided by the Director General (DG) Hajj, Jeddah and airfare to be decided with the airlines. Noor-ul-Haq Qadri further told that the survey of the buildings is underway and agreements with the different departments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are also under process. Therefore…

Amir issues Amiri decisions, decrees

Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, yesterday issued Amiri Decision No. 58 of 2019 appointing Hussain Ahmed Muhammad Ibrahim Al Hamid, as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the United Republic of Tanzania.

Pakistan’s population growth rate highest among neighboring Countries

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The National Assembly was told that with population of 218.326 million (projected) in 2019, Pakistan has become the 5th most Populous Country in the world, and its population growth rate is the highest among the neighboring Countries. In reply to a question by Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz’s (PML-N) MNA Ms. Mehnaz Akber Aziz, the Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination told that in 2017, Pakistan was the 6th Most Populous Country in the world. The minister told that according to Housing & Population Census Report 2017, Pakistan’s population was 208.7 million, with population growth rate of 2.4% per annum. The national health services minister further told that on basis of the World Bank (WB) Report ‘Pakistan@100-Sharing the Future 2047’ published during March 2019, the Country Director World Bank claimed that with the present growth rate, Pakistan’s population will be 376 million after next 28 years, i.e. in 2047. Also Read: About 200,000 Pakistani pilgrims to perform…

References in Peshawar BRT, Malam Jabba land scams ready, says NAB chief

ISLAMABAD: National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Justice (retd) Javed Iqbal on Monday said that the accountability watchdog has prepared references against alleged malfeasance in Peshawar Bu

BRT, Malam Jabba references are ready: NAB chairman

The bureau

SACP set to rally behind Ramaphosa's ANC leadership | IOL News

The SACP looks set to rally behind President Cyril Ramaphosa's leadership of the ANC.

SACP Congress To Follow Up On Implementation Of Resolutions

The South African Communist Party (SACP) plans to start its special national congress on Monday with discussions focussing on whether the party is prepared to contest the next general elections and if its leaders are permitted to serve in cabinet. The congress is planning to review the pmplemtation of resolutions taken since the SACP’s national […]

Pieter du Toit: Four years on and Zuma’s dismissal of Nene still grates

If there’s anything that the government and party of former president Jacob Zuma will be remembered for – apart from corruption, mismanagement and theft – it will be the brazen manner in which the capture clique attempted to hijack National Treasury on December 9, 2015, writes Pieter du Toit.

Karnataka Bypolls: BJP Races Ahead Towards Majority; Modi Calls It A ‘Message To Those Who Violate  Mandate’ 

Imminent clean sweep for BJP in Karnataka bypolls as Congress struggles to save face. 

Abdullah’s Team Sees No Outcome from Election Meeting

Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah’s campaign team at a news conference on Monday said the meeting about the elections in Kabul was politically-motivated, which could not lead to a solution.

Lok Sabha passes Arms (Amendment) Bill 2019, exempts sportspersons

Shah said that there is a provision for life imprisonment for those who snatch or loot arms and ammunition from police or defence forces.

Lok Sabha passes Arms (Amendment) Bill

Lok Sabha passes bill for stringent punishment to those possessing illegal arms, indulging in celebratory gunfire

Government moves further changes to Arms (Amendment) Bill

The Arms (Amendment) Bill allows for a person to have a maximum of two firearms, as against the present norm of three.

One person, one gun: Govt moves further changes to Arms Amendment Bill

The further amendment to the Bill seeks to provide special status for sportspersons. 'Many suggestions were received. I have moved an official amendment in this regard also,' he said. The Bill was tabled in Lok Sabha on November 29.

Government moves further changes to Arms (Amendment) Bill

The Bill was tabled in Lok Sabha on November 29. The Bill seeks to enhance punishment for illegally possessing and making prohibited arms besides other changes in the six- decade-old Arms Act.

Police hunting for Deputy Speaker after he was caught beating up a young man at Ruto's event

The speaker is said to have left the country last night

Nyeri Deputy Speaker On The Spot For Assaulting Youth, Police Issue Warrant Of Arrest

A viral video circulated on social media of Nyeri County Deputy Speaker Samuel Kariuki assaulting a youth has angered netizens and prompted the intervention of the police authorities.In the captur

Ngunjiri Wambugu's Appeals Force Police Into Action

The brutal beating caught Ngunjiri's attention forcing him to call upon the police officers to take action on the...

Uhuru is for us all, Ruto tells Kieleweke

Ruto asks Jubilee leaders to reject politics of hate, chaos and division.

Man who threw tear gas in Wajir gets bail

His three accomplices are still at large.

Macron has failed to lift France's gloom

A nation distrustful of change cannot bring itself to look at the facts.

Stroppy Frogs

My train service, South Western Rail may be on strike for a month,  blast them, but comfort comes from the fact that we’re not nearly as strike-prone as the French.

French strike chaos deepens in crucial week for Macron

France's transport chaos deepened Monday on the fifth day of a nationwide strike over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial week in President Emmanuel Macron's battle with trade unions.

No let-up in Macron's duel with unions on fifth day of strikes

Trade unions called for more street protests after nationwide strikes aimed at forcing President Emmanuel Macron to abandon his pension reforms caused chaos on France's transport networks for a fifth day on Monday. The week ahead will test whether Macron can deliver the social and economic change

French strike chaos deepens in crucial week for Macron

France's transport chaos deepened amid an ongoing nationwide strike and mass protests over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial...

PFN rejects new marriage certificate law by FG

PFN, has kicked against the newly introduced marriage certificate law by FG and chided Ministry of Interior of imposing such anti-Christian law on church.

Mugodhi Apostolic sect faces fresh divisions

Mugodhi Apostolic Church, one of the largest Apostolic sects in Zimbabwe, faces fresh divisions after one of its senior pastors approached the High Court challenging the validity of the church’s constitution, saying it was not properly enacted.

Anglican Church bans use of Aso Ebi at Funerals

The Anglican Church in Obosi, Anambra State has banned ceremonial dresses, popularly referred to as Aso Ebi and printing of brochures during funerals in the church. Ven. Ikechukwu Ihemtuge, Vicar in charge of St. Andrew’s Church, Obosi, disclosed

Kano Gov, elders trade words over creation of new Emirates

The creation of four new Emirates of Rano, Karaye,  Bichi and Gaya from the former Kano Emirate has led to an exchange of words between Governor...

Obaseki tasks christian pilgrims on building new Nigeria

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has tasked intending Christian pilgrims in the state to allow their experience while at the Holy land tr.

There are no Reports of Injured Bulgarians in the Volcanic Eruption in New Zealand

There are currently no reports of injured Bulgarian citizens in the eruption of the White Island volcano in New Zealand, as well as in relation with the complicated climatic conditions of the South Island and the capital Wellington. This was announced by the press centre of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

1 dead as NZ volcano erupts, more fatalities likely

Around 100 people were near New Zealand's White Island volcano when it erupted suddenly on Monday, leaving authorities scrambling to treat the injured and find those unaccounted for.

NZ Volcano Erupts: At Least Five Dead, Authorities Warn to Brace for More

A volcano erupted in New Zealand on Monday, leaving five people dead and 50 more more unaccounted for, local police said.

One dead in New Zealand volcano eruption, more fatalities likely

WELLINGTON: New Zealand police said at least one person was killed and more fatalities were likely, after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted Monday, leaving dozens stranded.

Tourists missing after deadly New Zealand volcano eruption

One person was reported dead after a volcano erupted on Monday.

Senior Supreme Court advocate accuses Haryana minister of harassment

Advocate Navratan Chaudhary in a police complaint said she got scared when an unknown person knocked at her door twice.

SC to hear PIL over setting up SIT into Hyderabad encounter case tomorrow

Telangana police said on Friday that the accused were killed in an exchange of fire with police

Telangana encounter: High Court asks for bodies of rape suspects to be preserved for four more days

The court ordered that the bodies will have to be transferred to a Hyderabad hospital in air-conditioned ambulances.

Telangana has become a haven for boozers: Aruna

Uncontrolled sale of liquor reason for growing crime against women: BJP leader

Telangana HC orders bodies of Hyderabad accused to be preserved till December 13

The Telangana High Court on Monday ordered to preserve the bodies of the accused in the Telangana doctor's rape and murder case till December 13.

White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano

The threat level was raised last month following an increase in activity.

White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano

The threat level was raised last month following an increase in activity.

White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano

The uninhabited and privately owned volcanic island is about 50 kilometres off the mainland in the Bay of Plenty.

White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano

The uninhabited and privately owned volcanic island is about 50 kilometres off the mainland in the Bay of Plenty.

White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano

The uninhabited and privately owned volcanic island is about 50 kilometres off the mainland in the Bay of Plenty.

Sacramento State student appears to slap former College Republicans' president following Facebook argument

Video of a student assaulting the former president of the Sacramento State College Republicans has gone viral.

Saudi gunman tweeted against US before naval base shooting

PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) - The Saudi gunman who killed three people at the Pensacola naval base had apparently gone on Twitter shortly before the shooting to blast U.S. support of Israel and accuse America of being anti-Muslim, a U.S. official said Sunday as the FBI confirmed it is operating on the assumption the attack was an act of terrorism.

Pensacola Shooter Sent Anti-U.S. Tweets Before Naval Base Attack

Mohammed Alshamrani, a member of the Royal Saudi Air Force, killed three Americans when he opened fire at Naval Air Station Pensacola.

'Science teacher, 32, sexted nude photos and videos to two 14 year-old boys'

Married mother-of-three Ashley Beasley reportedly targeted the youngsters while she was their teacher

Pollak: Airman Mohammed Haitham, Muslim-American Patriot and Hero | Breitbart

Airman Mohammed Haitham, who died saving others at NAS Pensacola, was the best of America, a Muslim patriot. He will not have died in vain.

New Zealand: Five dead after volcanic island erupts - British tourist among missing

British nationals are among those missing or injured after a volcanic island in New Zealand erupted, killing at least five people.

Britons feared missing after volcano erupts in New Zealand

White Island erupted with a large plume of ash and steam on Monday.

Britons feared missing after volcano erupts in New Zealand

White Island erupted with a large plume of ash and steam on Monday.

Spitting volcano keeps search parties off New Zealand island, death toll rises to six

WHAKATANE, New Zealand (Reuters) - Fearing a volcano could erupt again, search parties were unable to set foot on New Zealand’s White Island for eight people still missing on Tuesday, as police raised the death toll to six from the eruption a day earlier.

New Zealand: Two British women injured in hospital as five killed after volcanic island erupts

British nationals are among those missing or injured after a volcanic island in New Zealand erupted, killing at least five people.

Guelph Police investigating after man struck and killed by train

Police say it happened late Sunday night

Police say City Road alleged stabbings in Cardiff are 'not linked'

There have been two incidents in less than a month

Man arrested after woman seriously injured in Newton Mearns house as cops probe 'disturbance'

The 41-year-old woman was raced to hospital.

Officer shoots, wounds man following traffic stop, chase

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. — A man was shot and wounded by police over the weekend following a vehicle chase in South Florida, authorities said. An officer attempted to make a traffic stop for a moving violation early Sunday morning in Hallandale Beach, police spokeswoman RaShana Dabney-Donovan told news outlets. The driver refused to stop and …

Officer shoots, wounds man following traffic stop, chase

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A man was shot and wounded by police over the weekend following a vehicle chase in South Florida, authorities said. An officer attempted to make...

Obaseki tasks christian pilgrims on building new Nigeria

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has tasked intending Christian pilgrims in the state to allow their experience while at the Holy land tr.

Catholic Congress recommends dialogical approach for church reformation in Africa

The Pan African Catholic Congress has resolved to use dialogical approach for the renewal and reform of the church and her institutions i

Construction of roads in Ugbowo to commence soon, Obaseki assures

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has reaffirmed his support for the new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Benin...

Mourn Reinhard Bonnke’s demise, CAN President directs churches

The President, Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Revd. Samson Ayokunle has directed all churches in the country to mourn Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke...

Remember who you are, U.S. senator tells Nigerians, other Africans

New York State senator Robert Jackson, at the weekend told Nigerians and other black people around the world that “Africa is waiting”

Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries

Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries

Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries

The latest reform was hailed by young Saudis but dismissed by arch-conservatives on social media, with one Twitter user saying it went against sharia, or Islamic...

Saudi stops gender-segregated entrances in restaurants

Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdo...

Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries

Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdom.

Saudi removes gender-segregated entrances for eateries

Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdom.

Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week

Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.

Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week

Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.

Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week

Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.

Father of ex-police minister granted bail over alleged hit-and-run

The father of former police minister Troy Grant has been granted bail after allegedly killing a pedestrian while drink driving.

Victoria’s top cop claims Lawyer X ignorance

Victoria Chief Commissioner Graham Ashton claims he only learned this year that lawyer Nicola Gobbo was a police informer more than once.

Iranian Soccer Fans Storm Club To Protest Departure Of Italian Coach

Dozens of angry fans of Iran’s famous Esteghlal soccer team stormed the offices of their club in the Iranian capital on December 9 and beat up a club official to protest the departure of Italian coach Andrea Stramaccioni.

Ready for more U.S. prisoner swaps: Iran

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday the Islamic republic is ready for a full prisoner exchange with the U.S.. “The ball is in the U.S.’ court”, he said in a tweet.The United St

Israeli FM vows ‘hundreds of Tomahawk missiles at Tehran’ if Iran crosses red line

BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:00 P.M.) – Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz threatened a military operation against Iran if they crossed a “red line” in the region. Katz told the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera Saturday on the sidelines of the Mediterranean Dialogues (MED) conference in Rome.that a potential Israeli attack on Iran was “an option.” “If Iran crosses the red line, it will discover a unified front between Saudi Arabia, UAE and the United States, which will launch hundreds of Tomahawk missiles at Tehran,” he said. By the red line, Katz meant, “We will not allow Iran to acquire or stockpile nuclear weapons. If that is the last option – we will act militarily.” Iran has repeatedly enunciated its nuclear program as exclusively civilian, subject to the most intensive UN supervision ever.

Eight-year-old climate activist climbs lamp post to protest outside COP25

Greta Thunberg may have found her successor.

Zarif: Iran fully ready for prisoner swap, ball in US court

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said Tehran was "fully ready" for a full prisoner exchange with the United States.

California church's nativity scene shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph locked in separate cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

California church's nativity scene shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph locked in separate cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

California church's nativity scene shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph locked in separate cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

California church nativity scene depicts Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees separated in cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

Church nativity scene depicts figures as refugees separated in cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

North Korea calls Trump 'erratic' old man over tweets

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a heedless and erratic old man after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn't want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders and affect the American presidential election by resuming hostile acts.

North Korea calls Trump 'erratic' old man over tweets

North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a "heedless and erratic old man" after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn't want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.

North Korea calls Trump ‘erratic old man’ after tweets

The comments came after Donald Trump tweeted that North Korea’s Kim Jong Un would not want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.

North Korea calls Trump ‘erratic old man’ after tweets

The comments came after Donald Trump tweeted that North Korea’s Kim Jong Un would not want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.

North Korea calls Trump ‘erratic old man’ after tweets

The comments came after Donald Trump tweeted that North Korea’s Kim Jong Un would not want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.

NHRC says Delhi Anaj Mandi fire was catastrophe waiting to happen, asks for detailed report

Describing the Anaj Mandi fire incident as a “catastrophe” waiting to happen, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on December 9 issued notices to the Delhi government, the city’s police chief

NHRC seeks report in 'catastrophic' Delhi fire, issues notices to govt

About 100-150 people were sleeping when the fire broke out and most of the victims choked to death.

NHRC says Delhi's Anaj Mandi fire was catastrophe waiting to happen, asks for detailed report

Describing the Anaj Mandi fire incident as a "catastrophe" waiting to happen, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Monday issued notices to the Delhi government, the city's police chief and the North MCD and sought a detailed report in six weeks.

‘No one bothers about rules’: NHRC sends notice to Delhi government after Anaj Mandi fire

The Delhi Police had on Sunday evening arrested the owner, identified as Rehan, and his manager Furkan.

BJP, AAP war of words over Azad Mandi fire continues

Union Minister announces probe into accident, demands higher compensation

Two-car crash sees one vehicle collide with tree

Two cars were involved in a crash in a Suffolk village this morning which resulted in one vehicle colliding with a tree.

Man dies after being hit by school bus on main road between Aberdeen and Dundee

A man has died after being struck by a bus on the main road between Aberdeen and Dundee.

Rush hour delays on A5 near Shrewsbury after crash

Commuters faced rush hour delays on the A5 near Shrewsbury today following a two-vehicle crash.

Man in ‘serious’ condition after being hit by car on busy Dunfermline road

A man is said to be in a "serious" but not life threatening condition after being struck by a car on a busy Dunfermline road on Sunday evening.

Police latest after woman injured by double decker bus in Torquay

It happened in Torquay on Saturday night.

Toddler who has lived whole life in detention centre faces separation from mum

Huyen Tran arrived in Australia by boat as an asylum seeker in 2011. There she met Paul and the pair decided to start a family together - they now have an 18-month-old daughter

These Homes for Mentally Ill Adults Have Been Notoriously Mismanaged. Now, One Is a Gruesome Crime Scene.

Oceanview Manor Home for Adults, a psychiatric group home at the center of a yearslong legal battle over the rights of people with mental illness, is now the scene of a criminal investigation involving the death of a resident and the arrest of another.

DC-Cam returns records, photos of Khmer Rouge cadre to family

The Documentation Centre of Cambodia (DC-Cam) on Monday brought a 220-page document and photographs of a former Khmer Rouge cadre killed at the Tuol Sleng S-21 detention centre to his daughter in Kampong Speu province. Sek Say, 52, said that since the fall of the Khmer Rouge, she had been searching for information about her father, not knowing that he had been killed at Tuol Sleng.

His mum showed him nothing but unconditional love... he terrorised her for years to feed his drug habit

'I can't keep living like this'

Morecambe rapist Stephen Gilyeat gets extended jail term for attacks on two schoolgirls

A child rapist snared two young victims by chatting to them on a social media app, a court has heard.

Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week

Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.

Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week

Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.

Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week

Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.

Father of ex-police minister granted bail over alleged hit-and-run

The father of former police minister Troy Grant has been granted bail after allegedly killing a pedestrian while drink driving.

These Homes for Mentally Ill Adults Have Been Notoriously Mismanaged. Now, One Is a Gruesome Crime Scene.

Oceanview Manor Home for Adults, a psychiatric group home at the center of a yearslong legal battle over the rights of people with mental illness, is now the scene of a criminal investigation involving the death of a resident and the arrest of another.

Teacher in court for killing pupil, baby

Eric Otieno was facing charges for defiling the 13-year old girl.

Second suspect in Syombua murder faces court

Suspect to undergo mental tests before taking plea.

Post-mortem report vanishes from court

Three police officers have been accused of murder.

Woman who burned co-wife, seven stepchildren alive sentenced to death

The Ebonyi State High Court in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State capital, has sentenced a woman, Agnes Nwefuru, to death.

Mahila court awards life imprisonment to old man

Ramanathapuram The Fast Track Mahila Court has awarded life imprisonment to a 60-year-old man after convicting him on charges of murdering his wife, suspecting her fidelity. Holding that the prosecuti

Corruption: EFCC recovers N217.2m in Benin Zonal office

Benin Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered about N217,268,236 million between January and December.

EFCC secures 84 convictions in Edo - The Nation Newspaper

The Benin Zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it has secured 84 convictions from January...

EFCC secures conviction of 111 fraudsters in Southeast in 11 months

EFCC says it has obtained the conviction of 111 fraudsters in the South East between January and November, 2019, secured the final forfeiture of N1.5billion

EFCC seizes over N643.9m, $706.8m in Kano

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Monday says that the Kano Zonal office has seized over N643,942 million in

EFCC Uyo Zone secures over 60 convictions - The Nation Newspaper

The Uyo Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC) said it has secured over 60 convictions in Court against corrupt...

New Zealand volcano eruption kills 5

The island volcano eruption also left 18 injured and several others stranded.

Five dead, many injured after New Zealand volcano eruption

Five people were killed, 18 were injured and several more were left stranded after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted unexpectedly in New Zealand on Monday.

UPDATE: Five dead, many injured after New Zealand volcano eruption

New Zealand police said at least one person was killed and more fatalities were likely, after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted leaving dozens stranded.

Five dead, many injured after New Zealand volcano eruption

Five people were killed, 18 were injured and several more were left stranded after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted unexpectedly in New Zealand on Monday. Police said some 50 peop...

Volcano eruption in New Zealand kills five, several missing

Police say more casualties were feared as about 50 people were nearby minutes before the eruption.

HC declines to order linking of FB, Twitter, WhatsApp accounts with Aadhaar, PAN

​​A bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice C Hari Shankar said linking of accounts with social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook and WhatsApp, with Aadhaar, PAN or any other identity document requires framing of policies or amendment in existing laws by the central government and this exercise cannot be done by the court.

HC declines to order linking of social media accounts with Aadhaar, PAN

The bench said linking of accounts with social media platforms with Aadhaar, PAN or any other identity document requires framing of policies or amendment in existing laws by the central government

Delhi HC refuses to pass directions to Centre to link social media with Aadhaar

The Centre apprised the court that the government is under consideration and also got some suggestions from law commission.

Don’t rush into bad law: Giving India the data protection law it deserves

The process to develop a data protection law has been slow and opaque, and the rumours coming out of the government are not encouraging that the bill will deliver the privacy protections that Indians need and deserve.

HC allows Centre more time to file reply on plea for drafting Uniform Civil Code

Senior advocate Vikas Singh, appearing for Upadhyay, said the government has to make its stand clear, whether it has recommended for drafting a UCC to the Law Commission or not.

Citizenship Amendment Bill has endorsement of India's 130 crore citizens: Amit Shah

Trying to allay apprehensions of people of the Northeast, Shah said the Narendra Modi Government is committed to protect the customs and culture of people of the region and informed that Manipur will be brought under Inner Line Permit regime, where the proposed law will not be applicable.

Will protect Northeast, new law won't apply there: Amit Shah on Citizenship Bill in Lok Sabha

Seeing the opposition to the Bill in the Northeast region, the BJP-led government has decided to exempt parts of the area which are under the sixth schedule of the Constitution.

CAB not against minorities, Congress divided India on religious lines: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha

"Why do we need this Bill today? After Independence, had Congress not done partition on the basis of religion, then today we would have not needed this Bill. Congress did the partition on the basis of religion," Amit Shah said in the Lok Sabha.

Citizenship Amendment Bill: How Amit Shah Defended Excluding Muslims

The Lok Sabha voted in favour of the introduction of the bill after protests by opposition leaders.

Citizenship Amendment Bill has public endorsement, was part of manifesto: Amit Shah

Rejecting the charge that the Citizenship Amendment Bill targets Muslims, Amit Shah said, “The Citizenship Amendment Bill does not discriminate. It gives and does not snatch rights... Citizenship will be granted to refugees [from these three countries] even without documents, including ration cards.”

Five arrested in Riau as authorities seize four Sumatran tiger fetuses in jar, dried skin

Authorities have arrested five suspected poachers and traders targeting Sumatran tigers, confiscating four fetuses of the endangered species and tiger skin during raids in Riau over the weekend.

Tiger skin, foetuses found in Indonesia poacher case

The skin of a critically endangered Sumatran tiger and four foetuses have been confiscated after the arrest of several suspected poachers, Indonesian police said.

11 red sanders operatives nabbed at two places in Kadapa district

Accused resorted to stone pelting for several hours, say police

Seven Qataris held for illegal poaching

Arrest­ed men also includ­e member­s of the Qatari royal family­

Boom in seahorse poaching spells bust for Italy’s coastal habitats

Ocean species endangered as black market trade devastates marine life across Puglia region

Turkey deports 11 French suspected IS members

ANKARA, TURKEY (AP) - Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the Islamic State group, the Interior Ministry said Monday.

Turkey deports 11 French suspected ISIL members

Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the ISIL (ISIS) armed group.

Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters.

Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects

Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters. Turkey's Interior Ministry, which made the announcement, gave no details. France's Foreign Ministry declined to comment, but diplomatic sources

Unemployment high on list of Arab youth’s major concerns

ANKARA: Turkey sent 11 French “foreign terrorist fighters” back to France on Monday, the Turkish interior ministry said. “Eleven French citizens have been deported to their home country,” it said in a statement. Ankara has lambasted Western countries for refusing to take back their citizens who left to join the Daesh group in Syria and Iraq. It says it has some 1,200 foreign

Activists storm into Maltese government HQ demanding PM's resignation

VALLETTA (Reuters) - Activists staged a protest in government headquarters for five hours on Monday to demand the immediate resignation of Maltese Prime Minister Joseph Muscat amid an investigation into the 2017 car bomb killing of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.

Activists storm into Malta PM's office to demand his resignation

Activists have barged into the building that houses the office of Malta's Prime Minister Joseph Muscat to demand his immediate resignation amid an investigation into the 2017 killing of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.

Why a journalist’s murder is shaking the Maltese government

The investigation into journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia’s murder inspired protests against Prime Minister Joseph Muscat, who will resign in January.

French far-left leader sentenced to suspended prison term

PARIS (Reuters) - French far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon has been sentenced to a suspended three-months prison term and given a 8,000 euros fine for intimidating officials who were investigating him over possible funding irregularities, a Paris suburb court said on Monday.

Embattled governor of Kenya capital denies corruption charges

Sonko, a member of President Uhuru Kenyatta’s ruling Jubilee Party, said in a statement posted on his social media accounts on Sunday that his arrest was “politically schemed.”

Cape Coral Police make three DUI arrests in weekend traffic operations

Police held high-visibility traffic operations over the weekend and made three DUI arrests.

Officers thank Cape Coral man for helping rescue woman from canal

Police have issued a Citizen Commendable Action Coin to a Cape Coral man who helped rescue an elderly woman from a canal last month.

Child hit by vehicle in Immokalee Monday morning

Troopers say a child was seriously injured Monday morning when they were hit by a vehicle.

UPS Truck Chase-Shootout

Family and friends honored on Monday a UPS driver who was killed in a shootout between Florida police and the robbery suspects who had hijacked his delivery truck. Loved ones filed by Frank Ordonez's open casket at a Miami funeral home to pay respects to the 27-year-old driver. Some UPS employees

Teen potheads caught smoking in police car

While most drug users would run away or cringe in fear at seeing a police car, this group of marijuana users in Quezon City turned one into a hotbox for their pot session.

Inspector general: Start of Russia probe was justified, unbiased but investigation had errors

Inspector general Michael E. Horowitz found that the FBI properly opened its investigation into Russian election interference but said there were some major errors in how the agency conducted the probe.

Watchdog Expected to Find Russia Probe Valid

The Justice Department's internal watchdog was to release a highly anticipated report Monday that is expected to reject President Donald Trump's claims that the Russia investigation was illegitimate and tainted by political bias from FBI leaders. it also is expected to document errors during the investigation that may animate Trump supporters.

Watchdog report: FBI’s Russia probe justified, no bias found

A watchdog report on the Russia probe finds no evidence of political bias, despite performance failures, according to a summary obtained by The Associated Press.

Watchdog report: FBI’s Russia probe justified, no bias found

A watchdog report on the Russia probe finds no evidence of political bias, despite performance failures, according to a summary obtained by The Associated Press.

DOJ watchdog finds no bias in launch of Trump-Russia probe, but uncovers ‘significant’ FBI errors

The Justice Department’s inspector general, in a long-awaited review concerning the origins of the Russia investigation, determined that the FBI complied with policies in launching the politically explosive probe -- but also flagged "significant concerns with how certain aspects of the investigation were conducted and supervised."

Impeachment hearings continue with House committee — LIVESTREAM

The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against President Donald Trump Monday as Democrats prepare formal charges against him.

Trump impeachment hearing interrupted by protester

The US Judiciary Committee is to vote soon on two or more charges of abuse of power, bribery and obstruction against US President Donald Trump.

Trump impeachment hearing interrupted by protester

The US Judiciary Committee is to vote soon on two or more charges of abuse of power, bribery and obstruction against US President Donald Trump.

Trump impeachment hearing interrupted by protester

The US Judiciary Committee is to vote soon on two or more charges of abuse of power, bribery and obstruction against US President Donald Trump.

Democrats poised to unveil 2 impeachment articles vs. Trump

Trump and his allies acknowledge he will likely be impeached in the Democratic-controlled House, but they also expect acquittal next year in the Senate where Republicans have the majority.

SC Order In Dileep Case: Some Pertinent Questions

Seminal question which arose for consideration by the apex court in the appeal preferred with special leave against the Order of a single judge of the High Court of Kerala in P.Gopalakrishnan...

Question paper leak: HC quashes punishment for constable

Treatment meted out to three, whose names were dropped by CBI, was different

Letter to BS: Judicial system needs procedural overhaul, attitudinal change

It is high time the higher judiciary admits that the main cause is not simply the vacancies of judges

Sotomayor Skewers Louisiana Policy for Appeals Scandal

Eliciting a statement of concern from Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the Supreme Court declined Monday to take up a case stemming from a suicide note that described a secret court policy in Louisiana targeting the poor.

‘Vigilance cases being sabotaged’

Azhimathi Virudha Janakeeya Munnani plans indefinite protest

California church's nativity scene shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph locked in separate cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

California church's nativity scene shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph locked in separate cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

California church's nativity scene shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph locked in separate cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

California church nativity scene depicts Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees separated in cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

Church nativity scene depicts figures as refugees separated in cages

A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.

Mom 'killed toddler by slapping her to stop seizure caused by abusive boyfriend'

Scarlett Newsom is said to have been killed by her mom Sarah Newsom and Newsom's boyfriend Joshua Fulbright, with Fulbright set to stand trial Monday

'He threw my half-naked and bound body into a bush': Victim recounts Edwards' rape

Horrific details of how the accused Claremont serial killer abducted and raped a teenager before throwing her limp, half-naked and bound body into dense shrubs at a cemetery have been revealed for the first time.

Stripper had sex with boyfriend's disabled Star Wars fan son then beheaded him

Roena Mills has been ordered to spend life behind bars after murdering boyfriend James White's son Bo

Morecambe rapist Stephen Gilyeat gets extended jail term for attacks on two schoolgirls

A child rapist snared two young victims by chatting to them on a social media app, a court has heard.

Mum "destroyed" by death of "lovely, funny" son

A murder investigation was launched after the Birkenhead-born dad-of-three was found dead in his flat

Article 370: 5-judge SC bench to hear pleas against abrogation tomorrow

The bench also asked the parties to prepare a common compilation of all the documents so that hearing of the matter becomes easier.

Supreme Court's five-judge Constitution bench to begin hearing on pleas against abrogation of Article 370

A 5-judge Constitution bench headed by Justice N V Ramana will commence the hearing on a batch of petitions including that of private individuals, lawyers, activists and political parties like National Conference, Sajjad Lone-led J&K Peoples Conference and CPI (M) leader Mohd Yousuf Tarigami.

Supreme Court to Hear Today Pleas Against Revocation of Article 370

The development comes after the top court had in November said it would hear all the pleas related to Article 370.

HC extends date for Centre's reply on plea for drafting Uniform Civil Code

The court allowed the oral prayer of central government standing counsel Anil Soni and listed the matter for hearing on March 2, asking the Centre to file its reply to the petition

HC allows Centre more time to file reply on plea for drafting Uniform Civil Code

Senior advocate Vikas Singh, appearing for Upadhyay, said the government has to make its stand clear, whether it has recommended for drafting a UCC to the Law Commission or not.

Russian forces enter former Islamic State stronghold in Syria after US pullback

Russian forces have entered Raqqa, the former de facto capital of the Islamic State caliphate, in one of the starkest examples yet of how Moscow has filled the vacuum created by President Donald Trump's decision to pull US forces from northern Syria.

Locals in northern Syria back Turkey's presence in region

A survey released by Gallup shows that more than half of the locals back Turkey's offensive in northern Syria while expressing willingness to live under Turkish rule

Massive US military convoy arrives base in western Iraq: media

BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:20 P.M.) – A massive U.S. military convoy reportedly arrived in western Iraq this week amid recent attacks carried out near their installations inside the country. According to Al-Sumaria TV, the U.S. military convoy consisted of 500 vehicles that entered Iraq from neighboring Jordan. The U.S. military convoy reportedly reached their final destination at the ‘Ayn Al-Assad Base in Iraq’s Al-Anbar province. No further details were released regarding the alleged U.S. military convoy. Last week, a rocket attack was reported near the ‘Ayn Al-Assad Base in the Heet District of Al-Anbar – no one claimed responsibility for the projectile fire.

2 Turkish Soldiers Killed while Defusing Bomb

At least two Turkish soldiers were killed and seven others were wounded on Monday while attempting to defuse an improvised explosive device, officials said. The device exploded in a village near the town of Idil, in the mainly-Kurdish populated Sirna

Turkey tackles power supply problems in liberated areas of N Syria

Turkey is dealing with a power supply problem in a recently liberated area in northern Syria after the PKK-affiliated People's Protection Units (YPG) were...

Maldives keen to disentangle from China's debt trap: Nasheed to Venkaiah

The former president of Maldives said his country, amidst claims of huge investment by Beijing, is undertaking an assessment of assets created through debt funding from China.

Imran urges overseas Pakistanis to invest in Pak, says learn from Indians

He lamented that Pakistani people were unaware of the dire consequences corruption could have on their lives

FM Qureshi boycotts Indian minister’s speech at Istanbul conference

Quresh­i walks out of Heart of Asia confer­ence in protes­t agains­t Occupi­ed Kashmi­r clampd­own

Germany’s relations with Qatar not limited to business: Envoy

The Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the State of Qatar, H E Hans-Udo Muzel said that friendship and cooperation between the two countries is not limited to business, as Berlin is partnering with Doha in many other fields to jointly tackle the challenges of the future, saying that Qatar is an important partner for his country during its non-permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council in 2019-2020, sharing a common vision of a multilateral framework based on a rules-based world order.

'India took only five years to move from USD 2 to USD 3 trillion economy'

"It took us nearly 60 years after independence to achieve USD 1 trillion mark. It took 12 years to achieve our second trillion (dollar economy). And it has taken only five years, 2014 to 2019, to achieve the third trillion economy," Indian Ambassador to the US, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, said in his address to the Indian-American community.

Puerto Rico cannot be held hostage to violence

People have the right to enjoy entertainment spaces as part of the characteristics of a society that aspires to improve its quality of life

Climate change destroyed my home and washed away everything I owned

After the typhoon, fishing was impossible as dead bodies floated in the sea for a long time afterwards.

The Cure For Ultraviolence

The cases of Usman Khan and Lisa Marie Smith point to the problems with deradicalization.

Risk rooted in colonial era weighs on Bahamas’ efforts to rebuild after Hurricane Dorian

It's now officially the end of hurricane season, but the rebuilding of the Bahamas continues, slowed by the risks imposed by a history of colonialism and class division.

Greta Thunberg highlights indigenous struggle at UN climate summit

Activi­sts argue that their commun­ities contri­bute almost none of fossil fuels emissi­ons drivin­g climat­e change­

Vico Sotto's politics: Open to compromise but never to corruption

As with any battle, preparation is key, says the young mayor of Pasig City as he tries to overhaul decades of rigid bureaucracy and patronage politics in his hometown

‘Outspoken and committed’: SA mourns ANC veteran Ben Turok

ANC veteran Ben Turok’s career has been anything but dull.

Marijuana Allegations Brings Call for Probe Into Serb President

(Bloomberg) -- A top aide of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic requested an investigation into his boss and his brother in a bid to clear them from opposition-led allegations that they’re linked to an illegal marijuana farm.Opposition parties are struggling to make a dent in the dominant position of

Fighting corruption a government priority – Andanar

Fighting corruption remains an utmost priority of the Duterte administration to prevent an abusive culture of extortion and embezzlement as well as oppression of the people, a Palace official said Monday.

Challenge to democracy to counter Russia, China

We have entered a new era of great power competition between authoritarian and democratic states. Western powers need to recalibrate accordingly.

Nursing students protest colleague's death in Anambra

Students of School of Nursing, Iyienu Mission hospital, Ogidi in Idemili North local government area of Anambra state on Monday protested the death of one..

Nigerian arrested for confining 3 female MUBS students

crime

Screams and goodbyes as scores die in devastating India factory fire

At least 43 people were killed Sunday in a devastating fire that ripped through a bag factory in the congested old quarter of the Indian capital New Delhi, with survivors describing the screams of workers trapped inside.

Electrician, accomplice, allegedly stab Lagos couple, kill wife

Deji Lambo A yet-to-be-identified electrician on Sunday allegedly attacked the Managing Director of Maersk Nigeria, Gildas Tohouo, at his residence in the Ikoyi area of Lagos State. It was ga...

Kenya story building collapse: 10 dead, 20 inured, 30 missing - Police

Nairobi Police Chief Philip Ndolo said four bodies were recovered from the scene Sunday including that of a child, while a fifth person died in a hospital. According to authorities, that brings the ov

New chief EU diplomat urged to review Palestine stance

BRUSSELS, Dec 9 — Luxembourg’s veteran foreign minister has written to the new head of European Union foreign policy to urge a debate on recognising Palestinian statehood. In a note to Josep Borrell, who took office last week as Brussels’ chief diplomat, Jean Asselborn said a discussion could...

Borrell urges EU to be foreign policy ‘player, not the playground’

In letter to ministers, new chief diplomat sets out his plans.

Chairman of Republicans in Israel: Trump Frustrated with Lack of Government in Israel

Only two days are left for Israel's parliament, the Knesset, to put forward a candidate that will be able to form a government. Otherwise, the Knesset will dissolve itself, prompting another general vote, the third in under a year.

Turkey expects EU Council to have constructive, objective stance

Turkey expects the European Council to have a constructive attitude, apart from political motives, Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu said Monday. “We...

A Non-Aggression Agreement between Israel and the Arab Countries

The United States is trying to assist Israel to reach an agreement with four Arab countries that will eventually lead to full normalization with them. Several Arab countries still fear full normalization with Israel due to Palestinian opposition, but behind the scenes, they are advancing relations with Israel.

Journalists will be safe under the next NDC government – John Mahama assures

Former President John Dramani Mahama has marked the 2019 International Anti-corruption Day (which is today December 9, 2019) with an assurance that journalists will be safe thus none will be killed, live in fear or flee the country because of their investigative reporting on corruption. “We shall protect the rights of our people to expose corruption and undertake to investigate credible allegations that come to our attention. No journalist will be killed, live in fear or flee the country because of their investigative reporting,” a press statement to mark the day read in part. In the press statement signed on his behalf by his special aide, Joyce Mogtari, the former President Mahama further noted that the fight against corruption requires genuine and collective efforts, especially from political leadership, and the NDC has demonstrated that in the past when it governed and will continue the fight in future when it forms the government. “Fighting corruption requires genuine and collective efforts, particularly…

Buhari's aide backs social media regulation - Premium Times Nigeria

President Muhammadu Buhari's spokesman, Garba Shehu, has called for the regulation of social media, saying doing otherwise could lead to "more lawlessness

Social Media without regulation ‘ll result to lawlessness, violence — Presidency warns

THE Presidency on Monday warned that leaving the social media to operate without regulation could result in more lawlessness, violence and deaths.

Businessman tasks Nigerians on fighting corruption

 Mr Zubair Idris the Project Manager, Wadata Communications Nigeria Limited, has called for active participation of Nigerians in the fight against...

‘Outspoken and committed’: SA mourns ANC veteran Ben Turok

ANC veteran Ben Turok’s career has been anything but dull.

Ayodhya verdict: Hindu Mahasabha files review petition over 5-acre land to Muslims

"There is no material to prove that the 'disputed structure' on the Ayodhya plot was a Mosque, as claimed by the Muslim parties. It is urged that references to the same as a 'mosque' or as a masjid must be expunged," the Hindu Mahasabha petition said.

Ayodhya case: Hindu body opposes land to Muslims, two review pleas in SC

Separately, 40 persons, including rights activists, have jointly moved the top court seeking review of its verdict in the Ayodhya case claiming that the judgement "errs in both fact and law"

Include Shia Muslims in Citizenship Amendment Bill, Shia Central Waqf Board urges Centre

The board alleged that Shias were persecuted in Sunni-majority countries such as Pakistan, Afghanistan, Syria, Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia.

‘Make public draft law on Sabarimala’

All India Sabarimala Action Council threatens to approach Centre

The falsehood at the heart of Amit Shah’s defence of the Citizenship Amendment Bill

Shah not only wants to rewrite history, he is doing so in a manner that fully embraces Jinnah’s two-nation theory, while blaming his own actions on Congress.

Sabah takes precautionary measures to prevent spread of polio virus

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 9 — Sabah Health and People’s Wellbeing Minister Datuk Frankie Poon Ming Fung said the State Health Department had been conducting inspections around the homes of children infected with polio virus to prevent it from spreading. He said as of December 5, 646 individuals had...

Health Ministry springs to action after first confirmed polio case in nearly 30 years

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The Health Ministry has mobilised available measures to contain the possible re-emergence of the polio virus that was eradicated in Malaysia almost three decades ago. After confirming the infection of a three-month-old boy in Tuaran, Sabah, the ministry tested 661 people in...

Minister: Polio virus probably brought in from outside Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 9 — The polio virus which infected a three-month-old Malaysian boy from Tuaran, Sabah is suspected to have come from outside Sabah, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad. He said there were two possibilities how the polio virus, which had been eradicated 27 years ago,...

First polio case in 30 years reported in Malaysia

First polio case in 30 years reported in Malaysia

Malaysia Vaccinating for Polio After First Case in 27 Years

Malaysia began a vaccination campaign in a rural town on Borneo island after a 3-month-old boy was confirmed to have polio in the country's first case of the highly infectious virus in 27 years.

InfoWars Host Disrupts Impeachment Hearing: ‘America’s Sick of the Treason Committed by the Democrat Party’

InfoWars host Owen Shroyer interrupted the impeachment hearing before the House Judiciary Committee on Monday.

House Democrats lay out case for formal Trump impeachment as President tweets his scorn

The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against President Donald Trump as both sides of politics began to feel the pressure.

Impeachment hearings continue with House committee — LIVESTREAM

The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against President Donald Trump Monday as Democrats prepare formal charges against him.

Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges

Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against U.S. President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.

House Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges

Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes on Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.

General Election seats to watch: North-west England

The Tories are eyeing a dozen gains in this battleground region.

General Election seats to watch: North-west England

The Tories are eyeing a dozen gains in this battleground region.

General Election seats to watch: Wales

There are opportunities – and risks – for all parties on December 12.

General Election seats to watch: Wales

There are opportunities – and risks – for all parties on December 12.

Constituency profile: Great Grimsby

A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.

Jury would convict Trump ‘in 3 minutes flat,’ says key lawmaker

The chairman of the US House Judiciary Committee said Sunday that if the impeachment case against President Donald Trump were put to a jury, there "would be a guilty verdict in three minutes flat."

Jury would convict Trump 'in 3 minutes flat,' says key lawmaker

US presid­ent has repeat­edly blaste­d the House inquir­y as a partis­an attack by House Democr­ats

Trump impeachment drive enters crucial week in divided Congress

Washington, United States | AFP | The impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump in a sharply divided US Congress enter a new phase Monday when the House Judiciary Committee convenes a hearing expected to result in specific charges against the Republican leader. Democrats accuse Trump of abusing his power by allegedly linking military aid for Ukraine …

Trump impeachment drive enters crucial week in divided Congress

Democrats accuse Trump of abusing his power by allegedly linking military aid for Ukraine and a White House meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky to a request...

Crucial week for Trump as impeachment drive heats up in divided Congress

The impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump in a sharply divided US Congress enter a new phase Monday when the House Judiciary Committee convenes a hearing expected to result in specific charges against the Republican leader.

Screams and goodbyes as scores die in devastating India factory fire

At least 43 people were killed Sunday in a devastating fire that ripped through a bag factory in the congested old quarter of the Indian capital New Delhi, with survivors describing the screams of workers trapped inside.

Screams and goodbyes as scores die in devastating India factory fire

Police and fire officials said they had rescued at least 58 people and did not expect to find more bodies.

Firemen hailed as heroes in Delhi horror blaze

NEW DELHI: Two firemen who rescued 27 people were hailed as heroes Monday (Dec 9) after Delhi's deadliest fire in decades killed 43, prompting ...

Factory owner, manager arrested after Indian capital's deadliest fire in 20 years

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Police in New Delhi have arrested the owner and manager of a factory where 43 people died in the Indian capital’s deadliest fire in 20 years, a spokesman said on Monday.

Five major industrial fire accidents that shook the nation's conscience

Each of these mishaps snuffed out innocent lives, often due to negligence on the part of the authorities

No corrupt individual will be allowed in my cabinet — Wike

The Governor of Rivers State, Chief Nyesom Wike, has stated that no corrupt individual would have a position in his cabinet, restating the state govt...

We’ll fight corruption with full powers of law – ICPC

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission on Monday said it would fight corruption according to the full

EFCC secures conviction of 111 fraudsters in Southeast in 11 months

EFCC says it has obtained the conviction of 111 fraudsters in the South East between January and November, 2019, secured the final forfeiture of N1.5billion

EFCC secures 84 convictions in Edo - The Nation Newspaper

The Benin Zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it has secured 84 convictions from January...

Corruption: EFCC recovers N217.2m in Benin Zonal office

Benin Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered about N217,268,236 million between January and December.

Iraq military complex housing US forces slammed by rockets, says army

Several rockets slammed into an Iraqi military complex that hosts US forces next to Baghdad International Airport on Monday, wounding six Iraqi troops, the military said in a statement. Security forces found launchers with rockets that had not been fired properly, indicating a larger attack was planned, the military said.

Vandals damage cars in Arab neighborhood of east Jerusalem

BAGHDAD: Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died. That came as Iraq's foreign ministry summoned four Western envoys over their condemnation of a deadly attack against protesters at the weekend. Iraq's capital and its

Iraqis rally against government as Baghdad summons Western envoys

Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died.

Four Rockets Hit Military Base Near Baghdad Airport

Six soldiers were wounded by the Katyusha strikes, and Iraqi forces discovered a rocket launcher and defused rockets nearby

Four rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport

BAGHDAD — Four Katyusha rockets hit a military base near Baghdad International Airport early on Monday, wounding at least six soldiers, Iraqi security officials said. It was the latest incident in a series of rocket attacks in recent weeks. Iraqi security forces discovered a rocket launcher and some defused rockets nearby after searching the area …

Nadler: Trump put himself before country

House Judiciary Committee Democrats argued President Trump put himself ahead of the interests of the country by seeking Ukraine’s help investigating Joe Biden and the Democrats.

Crucial week for Trump as impeachment drive heats up in divided Congress

The impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump in a sharply divided US Congress enter a new phase Monday when the House Judiciary Committee convenes a hearing expected to result in specific charges against the Republican leader.

Trump impeachment drive enters crucial week in divided Congress

Democrats accuse Trump of abusing his power by allegedly linking military aid for Ukraine and a White House meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky to a request...

Democrats poised to unveil 2 impeachment articles vs. Trump

Trump and his allies acknowledge he will likely be impeached in the Democratic-controlled House, but they also expect acquittal next year in the Senate where Republicans have the majority.

Judiciary Hearing Sets Stage For Trump Impeachment Charges

Chairman Jerrold Nadler expects the committee to vote soon, possibly this week, on at least two or more charges against the Republican president.

Karnataka Bypolls: BJP Races Ahead Towards Majority; Modi Calls It A ‘Message To Those Who Violate  Mandate’ 

Imminent clean sweep for BJP in Karnataka bypolls as Congress struggles to save face. 

Narendra Modi says Karnataka bye-poll results show voters trust only BJP for stability, development

The prime minister made the remark at an election rally in Jharkhand.

BJP’s thumping win will bolster BSY’s position in party

The central leadership, after Maharashtra, is not keen to risk interfering too much with the Chief Minister’s decision-making process

K'taka bypolls: With 12 seats Yediyurappa retains govt, Cong sees fallout

Modi called the by-polls in Karnataka "extraordinary", one which would decide whether the BJP government would stay or go.

K'taka poll results message for all states where anyone betrays public mandate: PM

Modi also spoke about the political tussle that the state of Karnataka had witnessed soon after the assembly election results.

Treating sickle cell disease with hydroxyurea therapy - a game changer

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100,000 thalassemia & 10 million Hepatitis C patients exist in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Estimatedly 100,000 thalassemia patients exit in Pakistan while 10 million people are suffering from Hepatitis C at present, the Minister for National Health Services, Regulation and Coordination told the National Assembly. Responding to a question by Nusrat Wahid of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the minister apprised the House in written that the exact number of thalassemia patients in Pakistan is not known as no national baseline survey has ever been conducted but it is estimated that 100,000 thalassemia major patients exist in the Country. No Thalassemia Prevention Programme at Federal Level The minister told that the federal government does not have a Thalassemia Prevention Programme but in Punjab an effective Thalassemia Prevention Programme is functioning which includes genetic counseling services, extended family screening and prenatal testing and screening. Also Read: Cost of liver transplant in Pakistan

Malaysia’s first polio case in 27 years is a child who wasn’t vaccinated. Here are 3 things to know about the incurable virus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The incurable virus mainly affects young children, and invades an infected person's brain and spinal cord, which can lead to permanent disability and death in serious cases.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Red Cross trains 40 professionals on “health care in danger’’

International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Nigeria delegation says 40 healthcare professionals benefitted from its two-day training of trainer...

Occupational safety, health awareness and practice are paramount

It is the sole responsibility of employers to ensure the safety and health of their employees by preventing their exposure to occupational risks

Sowore: Whistleblowers' coalition condemns SSS invasion of court

The coalition urged President Muhammadu Buhari to punish the officials of the SSS and leadership of the agency for the invasion of a courtroom in an attempt to rearrest Mr Sowore.

Updated: Amnesty Int’l, SERAP threaten mass action over Sowore’s rearrest

Following the 'combative' rearrest of Convener of RevolutionNow movement, Omoyele Sowore, by the Department of State Services, DSS, at the....SERAP

UPDATED: Civil society gives FG 14-day ultimatum over Sowore

Friday Olokor, Abuja A coalition of over 200 civil society organisations on Monday issued a 14-day ultimatum within which President Muhammadu Buhari should show commitment to the rule of law fac...

CSOs give Buhari 14-day ultimatum to release Sowore

A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) have given President Muhammadu Buhari a 14-day ultimatum to release Omoyele Sowore, convener of #RevolutionNow

SERAP faults presidency for comparing Sowore, Bakare with Boko Haram

SERAP, has condemned the presidency for comparing Omoyele Sowore and Olawale Bakare with Boko Haram militants. It maintained that...

Impeachment witness: Trump poses a danger to fair elections

President Donald Trump’s efforts to “cheat to win an election” are a threat to national security, the top Democratic investigator testified Monday as the House Judiciary Committee pushes ahead with articles of impeachment.

Democrats poised to unveil 2 impeachment articles vs. Trump

Trump and his allies acknowledge he will likely be impeached in the Democratic-controlled House, but they also expect acquittal next year in the Senate where Republicans have the majority.

Judiciary Hearing Sets Stage For Trump Impeachment Charges

Chairman Jerrold Nadler expects the committee to vote soon, possibly this week, on at least two or more charges against the Republican president.

Democrats poised to unveil two impeachment articles vs. Trump

House Democrats are poised to unveil two articles of impeachment against U.S. President Donald Trump -- abuse of power and obstruction of Congress -- with an announcement expected early Tuesday.

Democrats focus on abuse of power, obstruction in impeachment

The panel’s Republican counsel, Steve Castor, accused Democrats of pursuing an “artificial and arbitrary political deadline” to overturn the 2016 election and impeach Trump’s before the Christmas holiday.

Are Articles of Impeachment Coming As Soon As This Week?

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler wants to get the impeachment ball rolling. So much so that he hinted on "Meet the Press" on Sunday that Congress may introduce their articles of impeachment against President Trump as early as this week.

Crucial week for Trump as impeachment drive heats up in divided Congress

The impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump in a sharply divided US Congress enter a new phase Monday when the House Judiciary Committee convenes a hearing expected to result in specific charges against the Republican leader.

House Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges

Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes on Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.

House Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges

Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes on Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.

Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges

Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against U.S. President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.

Flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital charged with graft

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - The flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital city, Nairobi, was Monday charged with 19 counts of graft-related charges as the country struggles to tackle runaway corruption.

Flashy Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges

Nairobi, Kenya | AFP | The flashy governor of Nairobi on Monday pleaded not guilty to over 30 charges of money laundering, receiving bribes and conflict of interest in a court appearance held under tight security. Governor Mike , the latest top official to be hauled in on corruption charges in Kenya, is accused of having …

Embattled governor of Kenya capital denies corruption charges

Sonko, a member of President Uhuru Kenyatta’s ruling Jubilee Party, said in a statement posted on his social media accounts on Sunday that his arrest was “politically schemed.”

Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko denies corruption charges in court

Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has pleaded not guilty to more than 30 charges of money laundering, receiving bribes and conflict of interest after appearing in court under tight security.

Flashy Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges

The flashy governor of Nairobi on Monday pleaded not guilty to over 30 charges of money laundering, receiving bribes and conflict of interest in a court appearance held under tight security. Governor Mike , the latest top official to be hauled in on corruption charges in Kenya, is accused of having

Survivors Of Volcano Eruption Being Treated Across New Zealand, Police Say

Police in New Zealand believe no one has survived the volcanic eruption on the White Island, which erupted at around 2.11pm local time

Spitting volcano keeps search parties off New Zealand island, death toll rises to six

WHAKATANE, New Zealand (Reuters) - Fearing a volcano could erupt again, search parties were unable to set foot on New Zealand’s White Island for eight people still missing on Tuesday, as police raised the death toll to six from the eruption a day earlier.

Three Brits missing feared dead on New Zealand volcano

The huge eruption on White Island New Zealand, struck at 2.11pm local time, with more than 20 people still unaccounted for.

New Zealand: Two British women injured in hospital as five killed after volcanic island erupts

British nationals are among those missing or injured after a volcanic island in New Zealand erupted, killing at least five people.

‘No More Survivors Expected’ Among Dozens of Tourists Caught in New Zealand Volcano

At least five people have died and more than 20 are still unaccounted for after the White Island/Whakaari volcano off the coast of New Zealand erupted without warning Monday as tourists hiked around the rim and walked inside the crater. Authorities say an estimated 30 to 38 of those on the island when

House Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges

Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes on Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.

House Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges

Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes on Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.

Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges

Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against U.S. President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.

Judiciary Hearing Sets Stage For Trump Impeachment Charges

Chairman Jerrold Nadler expects the committee to vote soon, possibly this week, on at least two or more charges against the Republican president.

Crucial week for Trump as impeachment drive heats up in divided Congress

The impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump in a sharply divided US Congress enter a new phase Monday when the House Judiciary Committee convenes a hearing expected to result in specific charges against the Republican leader.

Plea to rescue two labourers stranded in Muscat

TENKASISeeking intervention of Collector G.K. Arun Sundar Thayalan to ensure the safe release of two labourers stranded in Muscat, the Abroad Tamils’ Welfare Association a submitted petition during th

SC asks States for report on Food Security Act

The order came on a petition on the starvation death of a girl in Jharkhand in 2017

Bihar jail asked to make execution ropes, speculation rife it's for Nirbhaya convicts

The Buxar jail, the only prison in the state having the required knowhow, received an instruction to the effect last week, though it was not known where these ropes -- strong with a short shelf-life -- would be dispatched.

‘Vigilance cases being sabotaged’

Azhimathi Virudha Janakeeya Munnani plans indefinite protest

P Sihanouk villagers seeking intervention over land dispute

Nearly 300 people representing 9,095 families in Preah Sihanouk province on Monday filed a petition to the provincial administration seeking intervention in a long-running land dispute. The villagers submitted the petition after their initial request to hold a march to coincide with the 71st international Human Rights Day on Tuesday was rejected.

Have you followed SC guidelines in Shadnagar ‘encounter’: HC

Government told to preserve bodies in Gandhi Hospital mortuary till Friday

Preserve bodies till Dec 13: Telangana HC after adjourning Hyderabad 'encounter'

The Court directed the state advocate general to produce documentary evidence as to whether the police fully followed the guidelines of the Supreme Court on the encounter issue. 

Telangana encounter: High Court asks for bodies of rape suspects to be preserved for four more days

The court ordered that the bodies will have to be transferred to a Hyderabad hospital in air-conditioned ambulances.

Telangana HC orders bodies of Hyderabad accused to be preserved till December 13

The Telangana High Court on Monday ordered to preserve the bodies of the accused in the Telangana doctor's rape and murder case till December 13.

Plea in Supreme Court seeks psychological help for Jammu and Kashmir children

Many detained during lockdown: activist

11 red sanders operatives nabbed at two places in Kadapa district

Accused resorted to stone pelting for several hours, say police

Habitual offender caught with country-made pistol

The Shivajinagar police on Saturday arrested a 22-year-old habitual offender for allegedly carrying a country-made pistol and two live cartridges. Based on a tip-off, the police intercepted him near R

Five arrested in Riau as authorities seize four Sumatran tiger fetuses in jar, dried skin

Authorities have arrested five suspected poachers and traders targeting Sumatran tigers, confiscating four fetuses of the endangered species and tiger skin during raids in Riau over the weekend.

‘No one bothers about rules’: NHRC sends notice to Delhi government after Anaj Mandi fire

The Delhi Police had on Sunday evening arrested the owner, identified as Rehan, and his manager Furkan.

Jharkhand polls: CRPF unit alleges animal-like treatment, claims given drinking water from water canon

An assistant commandant-rank company commander of 222nd battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has written to the state authorities and his headquarters in Delhi.

Man and woman arrested over murder of man in Kildare in 2018

A man and a woman have been arrested in relation to the fatal shooting of a man in Leixlip, Co.Kildare that occurred last year.

Man and woman arrested in connection with murder of man in Leixlip last year

A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with the murder of a man in Co Kildare over a ...

Man and woman arrested in connection with murder of man in Kildare last year

Clive Staunton (50) was shot outside a house on Glen Easton Way on 15 November 2018.

Man and woman arrested in connection with murder of Gerry Hutch's relative Clive Staunton in Leixlip, Co Kildare

The dad-of-one was originally from the Greek Street flats in Dublin’s inner city

Man appears in court in connection with Dublin robbery

He is accused of using a broken glass bottle to threaten staff at a shop on Andrew Street yesterday.

Agreement on arrival of Iranian pilgrims signed

The accord came as Bentin received the Iranian dignitary in his office in the holy city, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said.

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs arrives in Riyadh ahead of GCC Summit

Riyadh: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs H E Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi arrived today in Riyadh to chair Qatar's delegation participating in the 145th ministerial preparatory meeting for the GCC 40th Leaders' Summit, hosted by Saudi Arabia.

Qatar’s Emir Unlikely to Attend Gulf Summit in Riyadh

(Bloomberg) -- Qatar’s emir isn’t likely to attend the Gulf Cooperation Council heads of state summit starting Tuesday in Saudi Arabia, according to people familiar with the matter who confirmed progress toward mending a drawn-out regional rift while tempering expectations of a breakthrough this week.Sheikh

Haniyeh Arrives in Turkey on 1st Leg of Long Tour

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh arrived in Turkey on Sunday as part of a tour abroad, his first since assuming power in May 2017. Haniyeh heads a large delegation including the deputy chief of the Hamas politburo, Saleh Arouri, head of Hamas Diaspora Off

Qatar state minister for foreign affairs arrives in Riyadh: QNA

DUBAI (Reuters) - Qatar’s minister of state for foreign affairs arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday, state news agency QNA said, for a preparatory meeting ahead of an annual summit of Gulf Cooperation Council leaders that could see a thaw in a 2-1/2-year Gulf crisis.

U.S. military to shift focus to competing with China and Russia: Esper

Defense Secretary Mark Esper said Saturday he still plans to shift the military’s focus to competing with China and Russia, even as security threats pile up in the Middle East. Esper outlined his strategic goals and priorities in a speech at the Reagan National Defense Forum, an annual gathering of government, defense industry and military officials.

Three front-line nations drifting into chaos

Let's hope that Washington has enough wisdom to keep Ukraine, Turkey and South Korea on our side.

Pentagon's Concern About Rising Support for Russia Among US Troops 'Runs Deep' - Report

The trend is not limited to the US - in February polling revealed the average German holds Russia and China in higher regard than the US, with which their government is allied.

Cheney warns disengagement in Mideast benefits Iran, Russia

Cheney’s backing of a muscular military response in the Mideast starkly contrasts Trump’s promises to pull America from what he calls the Mideast’s “blood-stained sands.”

Russia Ready to Consider Trump's Idea on New Nuclear Disarmament Treaty - Source

Russian President Vladimir Putin previously shared that he had discussed the fate of the bilateral treaty New START, set to expire soon, with his American counterpart Donald Trump during the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan in 2019, but added that what will happen with it remains unknown.

Supreme Court leaves Kentucky's ultrasound law in place

The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions. The justices did not comment in refusing to review an appeals court ruling that upheld the law. Enforcement of the law had been on hold pending the legal

Supreme Court leaves Kentucky's ultrasound law in place

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions.The justices did not comment in refusing to review an appeals court ruling that upheld the law. Enforcement of the law had been on hold pending the legal challenge but will begin shortly, said Steve Pitt, general counsel to Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin.The American Civil Liberties Union had challenged the law on behalf of Kentucky's lone remaining abortion clinic. The ACLU argued that “display and describe” ultrasound laws violate physicians' speech rights under the First Amendment.

Supreme Court leaves Kentucky's ultrasound law in place

WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions.

Supreme Court leaves Kentucky's ultrasound law in place

WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions.

Supreme Court leaves Kentucky’s ultrasound law in place

The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a Kentucky law requiring doctors to perform ultrasounds and show fetal images to patients before abortions

Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — even as costs rose to $1 trillion and 2,351 American troop's lives

Thousands of pages of notes from hundreds of interviews reveal true US assessments of the war in Afghanistan, and it's not a pretty picture.

Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — even as costs rose to $1 trillion and 2,351 American troop's lives

Thousands of pages of notes from hundreds of interviews reveal true US assessments of the war in Afghanistan, and it's not a pretty picture.

Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — costing $1 trillion and 2,351 American lives

Thousands of pages of notes from hundreds of interviews reveal true US assessments of the war in Afghanistan, and it's not a pretty picture.

Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — even as costs rose to $1 trillion and 2,351 American troop's lives

US officials have been lying to the American people about US failures in Afghanistan, where the US military has been fighting its longest armed conflict in history, a collection of confidential documents obtained by The Washington Post reveals.

US lied about Afghan war all along: report

Secret govt docume­nts reveal senior US offici­als knew the war was unwinn­able but kept the truth from their public­

Bolsonaro Says Trade With Argentina Will Go On Despite Fernandez

(Bloomberg) -- President Jair Bolsonaro said trade with Argentina “will remain the same” despite his animosity with President-elect Alberto Fernandez but didn’t confirm whether Brazil will send a high-ranking representative to his inauguration in Buenos Aires.Asked whether he had changed plans to send

Mexico President Obrador: Senators have accepted proposed changes to USMCA

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Monday announced that Mexican senators have accepted the proposed changes to the United States-Mexico

Mexico president says senators OK’d changes to USMCA trade pact

MEXICO CITY, Dec 9 — Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said today that the country’s senators have accepted proposed changes to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement as US lawmakers mull ratifying the trade pact. Speaking during his regular morning news conference, Lopez Obrador...

China and America: A political war!

This news reminded me of the American writer George Friedman, who said that America’s strategy with China would not be direct confrontation, but would be rooted in the spirit of democracy and economic liberalism as opposed to the political weight of central decisions made in Beijing.

No let-up in Macron's duel with unions on fifth day of strikes

Trade unions called for more street protests after nationwide strikes aimed at forcing President Emmanuel Macron to abandon his pension reforms caused chaos on France's transport networks for a fifth day on Monday. The week ahead will test whether Macron can deliver the social and economic change

You are what you watch: How media consumption is driving impeachment divisions

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

2020 Watch: Buttigieg on the defensive, Biden's strategy

NEW YORK (AP) — Presidential politics move fast. What we're watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign:___Days to Iowa caucuses: 56Days to general election: 330___THE NARRATIVEThe Republican president is likely to be impeached, but Democrats are further away from rallying behind one nominee (or two) than they've ever been, even after California Sen. Kamala Harris' sudden departure. The top tier still features four — former Vice President Joe Biden; South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg; Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders; and Massachusetts Sen.

2020 Watch: Buttigieg on the defensive, Biden's strategy

NEW YORK (AP) - Presidential politics move fast. What we're watching heading into a new week on the 2020 campaign:

Warren says all-women Democratic presidential ticket can beat Trump

* Candidate says she’d consider Kamala Harris as running mate * Warren: Trump has destroyed US leadership – I’ll restore itElizabeth Warren believes an all-women Democratic presidential ticket can beat Donald Trump next year.The Massachusetts senator made her views plain in an interview with the Associated

Warren says all-women Democratic presidential ticket can beat Trump

Candidate says she would consider Kamala Harris as potential running mate and would be ‘open’ to Joe Biden

Batam's Belakang Padang immigration beefs up surveillance ahead of Christmas, New Year

The Belakang Padang immigration office in Batam, Riau Islands, has beefed up immigration surveillance across outer islands bordering Singapore ahead of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays to anticipate any illegal foreign arrivals or people-smuggling attempts.

Greenpeace Southeast Asia report says abuse of migrant fishers akin to modern slavery

Thirteen foreign distant water fishing vessels have been accused of abusing migrant fishers from Southeast Asia, in cases so severe it has been characterised by many as “modern slavery”. A Greenpeace Southeast Asia report called Seabound: The Journey to Modern Slavery on the High Seas presents a snapshot of the living and working conditions of …

Boom in seahorse poaching spells bust for Italy’s coastal habitats

Ocean species endangered as black market trade devastates marine life across Puglia region

Can they really search my phone? Answering your border questions

Buffalo News reporter Tim O'Shei answers some frequently asked questions regarding his

Five arrested in Riau as authorities seize four Sumatran tiger fetuses in jar, dried skin

Authorities have arrested five suspected poachers and traders targeting Sumatran tigers, confiscating four fetuses of the endangered species and tiger skin during raids in Riau over the weekend.

One killed, several injured in New Zealand volcano eruption

At least one person was killed, several injured and others reported missing in New Zealand after a volcano erupted off the east coast of its North Island on Monday, spewing a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air.

Volcano eruption in New Zealand kills five, several missing

Police say more casualties were feared as about 50 people were nearby minutes before the eruption.

Tourists missing after deadly New Zealand volcano eruption

One person was reported dead after a volcano erupted on Monday.

5 dead, 8 missing in New Zealand volcano eruption

A volcano off the New Zealand coast erupted Monday with a towering blast of ash and scalding steam as dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving eight ...

Dozens feared dead following eruption of New Zealand volcano

Police said aircraft had seen no signs of life.

Suspect chased by Milwaukee police dies in crash

Milwaukee police say a 28-year-old man has died after crashing his car during a police chase.

Officer shoots, wounds man following traffic stop, chase

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. — A man was shot and wounded by police over the weekend following a vehicle chase in South Florida, authorities said. An officer attempted to make a traffic stop for a moving violation early Sunday morning in Hallandale Beach, police spokeswoman RaShana Dabney-Donovan told news outlets. The driver refused to stop and …

Officer shoots, wounds man following traffic stop, chase

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A man was shot and wounded by police over the weekend following a vehicle chase in South Florida, authorities said. An officer attempted to make...

Investigators want motorists’ videos of UPS truck shooting

MIAMI (AP) — The Florida Department of Law Enforcement appealed Monday for anyone who witnessed or has video of last week’s shootout between police and...

PHX PD: Juvenile accused of firing gun near private police academy

A minor teen is accused of firing shots outside a private police and fire academy in Phoenix.

Lee County announces Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year

The School District of Lee County has announced their Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year for 2019.

Accra High School holds 96th Speech and Prize Giving Day

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'Science teacher, 32, sexted nude photos and videos to two 14 year-old boys'

Married mother-of-three Ashley Beasley reportedly targeted the youngsters while she was their teacher

We are in a fix: teachers complain over strike

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Okpe Union (North America) donates books to Schools

Members of the Okpe Union in North America have donated textbooks worth thousands of naira to some schools in Sapele and Okpe Local Government Area...

Sonko Arrest: Court Makes Decision on Bail Application

The Anti-Corruption Court has made a decision regarding Sonko's bail application, going on to...

Sonko To Spend Two More Days In Police Custody

Nairobi governor Mike Sonko will spend two more days in police custody pending his bail application ruling on Wednesday.Milimani Law Courts Chief Magistrate Douglas Ogoti ordered that he be remand

Bad news for Sonko as court hands him more days behind bars

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Sonko remanded until Wednesday to await bail ruling

and JOOSEPH MURAYA NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 – Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and his co-accused persons were on Monday sent to remand prison after facing - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Sonko Suffered Chest Complications, Rib Fractures During Arrest – Lawyer

Nairobi governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko developed serious chest complications after his dramatic arrest on Friday, his lawyer told the court on Monday.Appearing before the anti-corruption court in Nairo

TNPSC Group I Services Main exam result declared at tnpsc.gov.in

The candidates who have cleared the exam are now eligible to appear for the Oral Test, details of which will be released in the near future.

TNPSC Group I Main exam results released; final results on December 31

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released results of 363 successful candidated online

CTET 2019: Gang involved in impersonating aspirants busted

Ten people have been arrested in Moradabad for being involved in impersonating aspirants of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test-2019 examination.

Ombudsmen Vacancy At Tripura

State MGNREGA, Cell Rural Development Department, Government of Tripura invites application from eligible candidates for appointment of Ombudsmen under MGNREGA for six districts (West Tripura,...

SC Issues Notice On TMC MP Mahua Moitra's Plea To Direct ECI To Publish Final Vote Counts Of General Elections

Supreme Court today issued notice to the Election Commission of India on a plea by TMC MP Mahua Moitra seeking directions to the poll body to publish details of voter turnout and final vote counts on...

Winnfield woman accused of selling raffle tickets in holiday scam

The Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office recently arrested two suspects from Winnfield after for an alleged “holiday scam.”

Second man in Mountlake Terrace pot shop robbery sentenced

Bradford Johnson was sentenced to 12½ years in prison, for holding up employees at gunpoint.

Deputy Allegedly Told Woman to ‘Lift Her Bra and Shake,’ Was Sexually Aroused During Another Search

A deputy in Bexar County, Texas is accused of executing a spate of sexually abusive searches. Floyd Berry Jr., 49, is charged with three count of a official oppression, a class A misdemeanor, according to KSAT. At least five alleged victims, each between the ages of 26 and 56, made allegations, authorities said. Two other claims remained under investigation.

The father of a missing 1-year-old girl was arrested on weapons charges in Connecticut 4 days after the baby's mother was found dead, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Police say Jose Morales' arrest is not related to the disappearance of his daughter, Venessa, and that he has been cooperative with investigators.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Father of ex-police minister granted bail over alleged hit-and-run

The father of former police minister Troy Grant has been granted bail after allegedly killing a pedestrian while drink driving.

Magistrate declines dismissing Bajjo’s case

The prosecution alleges that during the month of June 2019 in various places such as Masaka, Mbarara, Ibanda and Kampala, Bajjo incited members of the public.

Four suspects pray High Court for their freedom

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Trivandrum Bar Association expresses ‘regret’ for ruckus

Police seek permission to file case against magistrate

Second suspect in Syombua murder faces court

Suspect to undergo mental tests before taking plea.

Question paper leak: HC quashes punishment for constable

Treatment meted out to three, whose names were dropped by CBI, was different

Three Brits missing feared dead on New Zealand volcano

The huge eruption on White Island New Zealand, struck at 2.11pm local time, with more than 20 people still unaccounted for.

5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano

The island has seen an uptick in volcanic activity in the past few weeks

5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano

The island has seen an uptick in volcanic activity in the past few weeks

5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano

The island has seen an uptick in volcanic activity in the past few weeks

5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano

The island has seen an uptick in volcanic activity in the past few weeks

Rape-murder victim's relatives to get guns and guards

India has long battle­d a high number of violen­t crimes agains­t women, partic­ularly sexual assaul­t

India rape-murder victim’s relatives to get guns and guards

Indian police on Monday deployed round-the-clock protection and promised a weapons licence to the family of an alleged rape victim who died after being set on fire on the way to testify in court.

India gang-rape shootings revives extrajudicial killing fears

Human rights campai­gners warned of a deepen­ing cultur­e of impuni­ty as police take the law into their own hands

India police lauded for killing rape suspects

Crowds cheered the men's deaths and lauded "swift justice" by police.

Woman, 23, 'set on fire by neighbour after she fought off his rape attempt'

The victim is fighting for her life after she suffered 50 per cent burns when she was doused with kerosene and set alight at her home in Bihar in east India

Iran says ready for more US prisoner swaps

Trump thanke­d Iran for what he called a 'very fair negoti­ation' after an Americ­an schola­r was releas­ed on Saturd­ay

Iran says ready for more US prisoner swaps

Iran said Monday it was open to more prisoner swaps with the US while stressing an exchange at the weekend was not the result of formal negotiations with its arch-foe.

Iran ready for more prisoner swaps with US, not negotiations

The swap raised hopes of other similar actions and was seen as a rare diplomatic breakthrough between Tehran and Washington after months of tensions.

Ready for more United States prisoner swaps: Iran