SC agrees to hear Centre's plea for 'victim-centric' death penalty norms

The guidelines were laid down in Shatrughan Chauhan versus Union of India case in 2014

SC agrees to scrutinise Centre's plea on victim-centric guidelines in death penalty cases

The Supreme Court on Friday has agreed to scrutinize the Centre's plea for laying down victim and society-centric guidelines in heinous offence cases where death penalty has been awarded. Reportedly, on January 22, the Centre had moved an application contending that the prevalent guidelines framed by the apex court.

SC to examine victim and society-centric guidelines in death penalty cases

A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde sought response from various stakeholders on whose petition the apex court in 2014 had laid down guidelines relating to the execution of death row convicts.

SC agrees to examine Centre’s plea seeking ‘victim-centric’ rules in cases of death penalty

The bench sought response from the stakeholders on whose petition the court had laid down the guidelines in 2014.

Convicts' Lawyer Challenged 'Hanging Will Never Happen', Claims Nirbhaya's Mother Asha Devi

This is the second time the execution has been delayed, after the Delhi Court already shifted the date from January 22 to February 1. The development comes minutes after Pawan Gupta’s claim of being a minor at the time of the offence was dismissed by the Supreme Court.

Arkansas city agrees to tests of evidence on executed inmate

JACKSONVILLE, Ark. — A central Arkansas city council voted Friday to allow new tests on fingerprints and DNA evidence relating to the case of a man the state put to death in 2017. The Jacksonville City Council voted to allow the tests that Ledell Lee’s family contends could exonerate Lee of the 1993 slaying of …

Mom on Kauai fails to meet deadline to bring missing kids to Idaho | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BOISE, Idaho >> The mom of two children missing since September failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to bring the kids to authorities in Idaho today.

Man formally charged with killing wife, 3 children near Walt Disney World

Prosecutors have formally charged a man with killing his wife and three children at their Florida home near Walt Disney World.

Ex-Idaho political figure pleads guilty to child pornography

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A former political figure in Idaho has pleaded guilty to two felony counts of child pornography in a plea deal dismissing 12 other charges. Martin “Marty”...

Most-wanted fugitive who faked own death captured in Oklahoma

A Mississippi man who faked his own death to avoid child rape charges was arrested on the same day he was added to the US Marshal’s most-wanted list, authorities said.

German coronavirus cases climb to six after child infected: ministry

BERLIN (Reuters) - A new coronavirus that is spreading around the world has been confirmed in a child in Germany, the southern state of Bavaria said on Friday, bringing the total number of known cases in Germany to six.

Swedish health authority says woman is confirmed to have coronavirus

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Sweden’s Public Health Agency said on Friday that a woman had tested positive for coronavirus and was being kept isolated at a hospital in southern Sweden.

The global spread of the coronavirus — where is it?

The World Health Organisation has declared an international emergency over the outbreak.

Fear grows as person-to-person transmission of coronavirus rises globally

With the sixth coronavirus case confirmed in the southern German state of Bavaria on Friday, questions have arisen about whether the virus can easily be...

Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said on Friday, as it raised its total number of cases to 19, the second-highest after China.

Turkey's Erdogan hits out at Arab 'treason' over Trump Mideast plan

Some Arab countr­ies that suppor­t such a plan commit treaso­n agains­t Jerusa­lem, says Turkis­h presid­ent

Turkey's Erdogan criticizes Arab silence over U.S. Middle East plan

ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Friday criticized Saudi Arabia and other Gulf Arab nations for not speaking out against the U.S. Middle East plan which he said endorsed the Israeli annexation of Palestinian lands.

Why are Arab states 'divided' in the face of Trump's plan?

The divided reaction from Arab states to US President Donald Trump's so-called Middle East plan has come as no surprise, analysts say, noting that the main reason for support - whether strong or subtle - is to guarantee Washington's backing against a common regional enemy, Iran.

UN accuses warring sides in Libya of fueling conflicts after Haftar's attack

U.N.’s Libyan special representative Ghassan Salame on Thursday accused foreign actors of not abiding by the cease-fire agreements reached at the...

Israel launches air strikes on targets in Gaza after militants fire three rockets

There were no reports of casualties or major damage from the exchange of fire overnight, which came amid heightened tensions after Trump released his Mideast plan

Former senator David Leyonhjelm to pay Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young’s legal costs

Former senator David Leyonhjelm has not been issued with a court-order preventing him from repeating defamatory remarks about Greens Senator Sarah Former senator David Leyonhjelm has not been issued with a court-order preventing him from repeating defamatory remarks about Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young, but he will have to pay her legal costs.

Senate GOP Sparks Outrage, Declares It Conducted a ‘Fair’ Trump Trial

Senate Republicans took to the ether for a victory lap and some backslapping late Friday morning—immediately prompting a surfeit of pique by describing the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump as “fair.”

Koo Stark in behind-closed-doors High Court fight over money with ex-partner

A judge overseeing a trial in London has relaxed a reporting bar and allowed some detail to be revealed.

Dershowitz: Trump trial is my 'worst controversy'

Celebrity attorney Alan Dershowitz has become the lightning rod of the Senate impeachment trial. 

Welsh Tories ordered to lift suspension of assembly member

Judge finds in favour of Nick Ramsay, who was suspended after being arrested and released

Suspect charged with murder in death of 64-year-old man found in Manhattan apartment

Police took a suspect into custody in the murder of a 64-year-old man killed inside his Upper East Side apartment.

Dead pregnant woman shoved out of car in Brooklyn, boyfriend in custody

A pregnant woman whose body was pushed out of a car in Brooklyn is dead, and now, her boyfriend is in custody.

Philadelphia father faked home invasion, charged in death of 4-year-old son

A Philadelphia dad who claimed a home invader killed his 4-year-old son was lying, and is now facing charges in connection with the tot’s death, according to reports. Edward Williams, 28, was

Police: Dad 'made up' home invasion after 4-year-old son shot himself

A father who claimed his 4-year-old son was killed in a home invasion robbery has now been charged with involuntary manslaughter because the boy apparently shot himself with a gun he found in the Philadelphia home, authorities said.

Police confirm arrest of 18-year-old for allegedly raping 70-year-old grandmother

The police in Plateau on Friday confirmed the arrest of an 18-year-old man, Marvellous Luka, who allegedly raped his 70-year-old grandmother.

STMA to demolish dilapidated structures in the Metropolis

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SUBEB warns teachers against lowering education standard

Member representing Delta South Senatorial District in SUBEB, Mr. Paul Kurugbe has charged teachers in the state to shun unprofessional

KITHINJI: UoN crisis rooted in decades of meddling

Successive governments have sought to control universities with varying degrees of success.

Appeal for Navodaya schools in all districts

Planning Board vice-chairman B. Vinod Kumar writes to NITI Aayog

Govt debuts pesticide to fight sweet potato pests

Reports indicate that some farmers have started slashing the vines to get rid of the pests

Russia reports first coronavirus cases, restricts China air travel

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia reported its first two cases of coronavirus on Friday and restricted direct flights to China, its biggest trade partner, as Russians complained of rising prices for medical masks and anti-virus medicine.

No kissing, hugging in Russia amid virus fears

Russia's consumer health watchdog advised people on Friday to refrain from greeting each other with handshakes, kisses or hugs and to wear medical masks in...

More curbs on travel to China as coronavirus fatalities continue to rise

The United States and other countries tightened travel curbs on Friday and businesses said they were facing supply problems because of the coronavirus in China, a day after the World Health Organizat…

No kissing or hugging, watchdog advises Russians amid virus fears

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia’s consumer health watchdog advised people on Friday to refrain from greeting each other with handshakes, kisses or hugs and to wear medical masks in crowded public places to try to stop China’s virus outbreak spreading to Russia.

Coronavirus outbreak: Do not travel to China, U.S. tells citizens

Japan also advised citizens to put off non-urgent travel to China, while Bahrain recommended no travel to any country hit by the virus, and Iran urged a ban on all travellers from China.

Sabina Chege Snaps at DP Ruto [VIDEO]

The Murang'a woman representative turned to Deputy President William Ruto urging him to...

Waititu a 'sacrificial lamb': Ruto allies

They claim the grand plan is to "finish" the DP politically.

Ruto Allies Toe Line After DP Reprimanded at State House

Deputy President William Ruto's allies held a press conference where they announced that they would...

Ruto urges balanced BBI debate focused on citizens’ concerns

THIKA, Kenya, Jan 31 – Deputy President William Ruto has urged politicians not to make the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) discussions about political - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

5 People Raila Hangs Out With in Private

Despite being at the helm of Kenyan politics, Raila Odinga still has an inner circle that includes...

RT Journalist Injured in Syria Taken to St. Petersburg Military Academy Clinic - Simonyan

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Wafa Shabrouney, a journalist for RT Arabic who was injured in the Syrian province of Idlib, has been taken to the Kirov Military Medical Academy clinic in the Russian city of St. Petersburg, RT and Sputnik Editor-in-Chief Margarita Simonyan said.

UN accuses warring sides in Libya of fueling conflicts after Haftar's attack

U.N.’s Libyan special representative Ghassan Salame on Thursday accused foreign actors of not abiding by the cease-fire agreements reached at the...

Sarraj Not Interfering in Investigation of Cases Against Russians - Libyan Foreign Minister

TRIPOLI (Sputnik) - Prime Minister of Libya's Government of National Accord (GNA) Fayez Sarraj does not interfere in the investigation of cases against detained Russian citizens, GNA Foreign Minister Mohamed Taher Siala said.

Kremlin: Russia deeply concerned by attacks on Syria government forces

MOSCOW (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia was fully compliant with its obligations in Syria’s Idlib region, but that it was deeply concerned about what it said were aggressive militant attacks on Syrian government forces and Russia’s Hmeimim air base.

Pentagon now says 64 troops injured in Iran strike

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The Pentagon has again revised up the number of U.S. soldiers diagnosed with brain injuries following an Iranian missile attack on U.S. bases in Iraq earlier this month to 64.

BSY meets Shah, says talks on Cabinet expansion today

Talks between Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and former BJP national president and Home Minister Amit Shah to finalise the Cabinet expansion will be held on Friday morning. The chief minister, who

Karnataka CM gets approval for Cabinet expansion, may induct 11 Ministers

Chief Minister Yediyurappa said the date of swearing-in will be decided in a day or two, although he indicated that it would most likely be held on February 3.

Budget session should be focused on economic matters: PM Modi

He also said that the session should be focused on economic matters and how India can take advantage of the current global economic situation.

Kalyana Karnataka should not hope for much from Union Budget: Kharge

Former Minister Priyank Kharge on Friday said the Union Budget holds little hope for Kalyana Karnataka.Speaking to presspersons, he said that since 2014, the BJP-led Union government has neither given

Bhupinder Singh Hooda: Dissent in BJP-JJP goverment due to lack of similarity in views

Speaking to The Indian Express at his residence, Hooda said there is no similarity in the views of the leaders of the alliance government.

Motorists advised to avoid area following crash

Police can now confirm two people have died following a crash on Makarora-Lake Hawea Road, Makarora, Queenstown-Lakes.

A motorcyclist has died in a crash in Hicks Bay

Police can now confirm one person has died in a motorcycle crash this afternoon.

Woman using wheelchair killed in Mississauga hit-and-run, police say

A female using a wheelchair was struck and killed in Mississauga Friday morning by a vehicle that did not remain at the scene, Peel Regional Police confirm.

Pregnant Louisiana woman killed in possible road rage crash, police say

Kenner Police say a pregnant woman is dead following a crash involving two vehicles on West Esplanade Ave. near David Dr.

Mississauga hit-and-run leaves woman using mobility scooter dead, police say

A 45-year-old woman, who was operating a motorized mobility scooter in Mississauga on Friday morning, was struck and killed by a vehicle that did not remain at the scene, police said.

Senator Gideon sues Daily Nation for defamation

Senator Gideon has since refuted the claims that he has connection with Mitchell Cotts Limited

Nyoro says his administration will not victimize Waititu sympathizers

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – Newly inaugurated Kiambu Governor James Nyoro assured the county staff that no one will be victimized as he took over the reigns - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Itumbi Pens Poem to Waititu

Kenyan blogger Dennis Itumbi penned an emotional poem to the ousted Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu and...

Nyoro’s Promise to Waititu’s Allies

The newly sworn-in governor of Kiambu got his opponents with a surprise when he promised t...

Appellate court overturns environment court decision on Kibos sugar mill closure

KISUMU, Kenya, Jan 31 – The Court of Appeal in Kisumu has revoked a decision by the Environment and Land Court ordering the closure of the Kibos Sugar - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Trump impeachment trial heads for witness vote showdown

Trump's Republicans, however, have opposed the measure

Trump impeachment trial may end soon as Senate witness vote looms

Washington, DC - The United States Senate is gearing up for a climactic vote on Friday that could bring a swift end to the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.

Senate expected to block new witnesses in Friday impeachment session

The impeachment trial of President Trump faces a climactic vote on Friday, when senators will decide whether to call witnesses and prolong impeachment proceedings or bring them to a swift conclusion.

Senate poised to acquit Trump as witness motion appears doomed

Democrats were particularly eager to hear from Bolton following reports that he claims in an upcoming book to have been personally told by Trump that military aid to Ukraine was tied to Kiev investigating his Democratic rival Joe Biden.

Senate rejects witnesses in Trump trial, all but ensuring his acquittal

The Democrats had wanted testimony from John Bolton.

Bilawal again urges MQM-P to ‘rethink’ alliance with PTI

KARACHI: Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Friday yet urged Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) — an ally of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) government — t

Bilawal urges MQM-P to reconsider alliance with ‘failing’ PTI govt

PPP chairm­an says his party is ready to work with MQM-P to solve Karach­i’s issues despit­e ideolo­gical differ­ences

Opposition criticises govt decision to not repatriate Pakistanis stuck in virus-hit China

Syed Shibli Faraz says govt has transferred $840 to the accounts of each student in China.

Govt. has lowered prestige of President’s office by including CAA in his address: Ghulam Nabi Azad

Speaking at a press briefing after President Kovind’s address, Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Ghulam Nabi Azad it was shameful that the government claimed the CAA to be an achievement and included it in the President’s address

Imran Khan incapable to run govt, serve people: Marriyum Aurangzeb

Imran Khan incapable to run government, serve people: Marriyum Aurangzeb.

Friday Trump Acquittal Eyed After Lamar Alexander Says ‘No’ To Witnesses; Collins Roasted Over ‘Yes’ Vote

Expect Democrats and their MSM amplifiers to cry foul over the 'rigged farce' while parroting distributed talking points

Trump Trial Poised to Reach Predictable End in Senate: He Did It, So What?

House Democrats proved their case but it doesn’t matter–the Republican senator arguably most important for a vote to call new witnesses concluded on Thursday night. Retiring Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) composed a lengthy and remarkable Twitter thread explaining his rationale for backing the Mitch McConnell-led Senate’s effort to block new witnesses with first-hand knowledge of relevant events from testifying at President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial.

Trump impeachment trial: Key Republican senator says no to witnesses

Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander will oppose calling more witnesses in President Donald Trump's impeachment trial, all but dashing Democratic efforts to hear more testimony and boosting odds the Senate will vote imminently to acquit without new testimony.

Trump impeachment trial: Key Republican senator says no to witnesses

This means the Senate likely will vote soon to acquit Trump.

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment

Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.

Navajo Code Talker dies at 96; less than a handful remain

One of the few remaining Navajo Code Talkers who used their native language to confound the Japanese in World War II has died.

Navajo Code Talker dies at 96; less than a handful remain

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. (AP) — One of the few remaining Navajo Code Talkers who used their native language to confound the Japanese in World War II has died. Joe Vandever...

Navajo Code Talker Joe Vandever Sr. dies at age 96

The Navajo Nation has announced the death of a Navajo Code Talker.

ATF: Electrical spark likely caused deadly Houston blast

HOUSTON (AP) — An electrical spark likely ignited a gas leak that led to a massive explosion in Houston last week, killing two workers, injuring 20 others and damaging hundreds...

Mom on Kauai fails to meet deadline to bring missing kids to Idaho | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BOISE, Idaho >> The mom of two children missing since September failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to bring the kids to authorities in Idaho today.

Head teacher apologises for posting pictures of pupils on notice board showing their progress after students complained it would damage their mental health

Abbey College in Ramsey, Cambridgeshire was trialing a new method of encouraging Sixth Form students to behave by introducing a 'rating system'.

Education Minister hails record number of girls who sat UCE

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of Education and Sports Janet Museveni said she is happy to hear that more girls sat for the Uganda Certificate of Education-UCE exams in 2019. According to Uganda National Examinations Board-UNEB, 169,258 girls registered and sat for the 2019 exams against 168,462 boys. Janet Museveni said …

Dementia sufferer, 87, 'pinned' to bed by carer who was allowed to keep working

The patient's family are furious after the support worker at Each Step care home in Blackley, Manchester, was allowed to continue working while authorities probed the incident

Dutch with a death wish: Around 10,000 over-55s in the Netherlands have a serious desire to die, government research finds

Yesterday, Health Minister and Christian Democrat MP Hugo de Jonge, revealed to the Dutch parliament that 0.18 per cent of people over the age of 55 have a serious desire to die.

Penticton massage therapist faces new allegation of sexual misconduct

A Penticton massage therapist is facing new allegations of sexual misconduct.A notice of civil claim was filed against Leonard Krekic in B.C. Supreme Court

New York police warn public after antifa vows to ‘f--- shit up’ on city’s subway

The New York City police union warned the public about a rowdy demonstration promised by antifa against the city’s public transportation police.

Watch: Anti-Police Activists Plan to 'F*ck Sh*t Up' in Protests Against NYPD

Anti-police activists are planning to "fuck shit up" in protests against the New York City Police Department.

Sheriff Joe Arpaio Event Disrupted by Antifa, ‘One of Whom Drew a Knife’ – Report

Left wing mob descends on Republican campus event

Anti-Semitism discussion draws 60 to Summerlin synagogue

Police told the crowd of about 60 who gathered at the Temple Beth Sholom in Summerlin that the LVMPD would work to prevent attacks against the Jewish community.

Man charged with hate crimes for allegedly spitting on transgender journalist

Cops busted a 26-year-old man on hate crime charges for allegedly spitting on a transgender journalist, police said Friday.

Does It Matter Who the Democrats Choose?

In terms of actual policy, probably not very much.

Two moderates, Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg, diverge on strategy to win

Democratic presidential candidates Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg have the same goal: emerging from the Iowa caucuses as the moderate alternative to progressive rival Bernie Sanders. But they're deploying increasingly divergent strategies to get there.

'Bernie definitely concerns me': Trump supporters take Sanders challenge seriously

DES MOINES, Iowa — Supporters of President Trump don't agree with Bernie Sanders on almost anything, or even like him much, but they see him as a tough general election foe.

Trump claims Democrats 'want to kill our cows, that means you're next,' in a bizarre attack in Iowa on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Green New Deal

President Donald Trump has launched a bizarre attack on the Green New Deal championed by progressive Democrats like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders, telling a rally in Iowa on Thursday night that “they want to kill our cows” and, eventually, American farmers.

Bernie Sanders told Ninth Graders the U.S. Committed Acts in Vietnam ‘Almost as Bad as what Hitler Did’

During his 1972 gubernatorial run, Senator Bernie Sanders told high-school students that the U.S. had committed acts in its war with Vietnam that were "almost as bad as what Hitler did."An article in the Rutland, Vermont, newspaper, The Rutland Herald, reported on the comments, made while Sanders

Most-wanted fugitive who faked own death captured in Oklahoma

A Mississippi man who faked his own death to avoid child rape charges was arrested on the same day he was added to the US Marshal’s most-wanted list, authorities said.

Authorities Arrest Man Who Allegedly Faked Death to Dodge Child Sexual Abuse Case

A nationwide manhunt is over. Jacob Blair Scott, a 43-year-old alleged sexual abuser, was arrested in Oklahoma around midnight on Wednesday, say authorities. Officials said it happened less than 24 hours after they announced they were adding him to their most wanted list, and initiated a media blitz.

Mom on Kauai fails to meet deadline to bring missing kids to Idaho | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BOISE, Idaho >> The mom of two children missing since September failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to bring the kids to authorities in Idaho today.

Fotis Dulos, charged with murdering his wife, dies after suicide attempt

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Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies

A man charged with murdering his wife who went missing amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.

Manatee with bike tire wrapped around body resurfaces in Florida

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- A manatee spotted with a bicycle tire wrapped around its belly was spotted in Florida about a month after rescuers failed to remove the tire.

Most-wanted fugitive who faked own death captured in Oklahoma

A Mississippi man who faked his own death to avoid child rape charges was arrested on the same day he was added to the US Marshal’s most-wanted list, authorities said.

ATF: Electrical spark likely caused deadly Houston blast

HOUSTON (AP) — An electrical spark likely ignited a gas leak that led to a massive explosion in Houston last week, killing two workers, injuring 20 others and damaging hundreds...

Solitary death at ground zero of China's coronavirus paints a grim picture

A gray-haired man wearing a face mask lay dead on a sidewalk at ground zero of China's virus epidemic, a plastic shopping bag in one hand. On what would ty

Vernon man dies in hospital after crashing vehicle into a creek last week

A 37-year-old Vernon man has died in hospital after the vehicle he was driving left Highway 97 last Friday and ended up submerged a creek that runs adjacent

JPs urged to be vigilant when certifying passport documents

Chief Executive Officer of the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) Andrew Wynter is imploring Justices of the Peace (JPs) to be vigilant when certifying passport documents. “Justices of the Peace play an important role with...

Oyedepo was not denied visa, says US embassy (updated)

David Oyedepo, presiding bishop of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, has been denied a visa by the office of the United States Embassy in Lagos.

Chicago Jews train to defend synagogues responsibly

CCL Shul Members aims to train Jewish carry license holders to bear arms responsibly, praying they will not be needed.

Legislate Amotekun, Ooni, Aare Adams, Agbekoya task South West lawmakers

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi and the Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, on Thursday, backed the legislation of Amotekun

ANALYSIS | Shamila Batohi’s NPA: The state of play one year on

Public frustration over the lack of prosecutions for those involved in the grand corruption that characterised state capture is understandable, writes Gareth Newham

In Talisay, desperate residents beg on the street for money, water

Talisay Mayor Gerry Natanauan says the municipal government cannot just stop the people from begging, as it is an 'opportunity' calamity victims tend to resort to

Court orders halt to Tarkwa Bay waterfront evictions

A court in Nigeria's economic capital Lagos on Thursday ordered the military to halt forced evictions of Tarkwa Bay after thousands of people were evicted.

Isko: Don’t panic, don’t hoard masks

As this developed, Moreno handed some 500,000 face masks to students from public elementary, high school and college in the city. He also gave students 6,200 face masks to the San Lazaro Hospital where suspected coronavirus cases are being treated being one of the hospitals with such capability.

Florida Lt. Gov. Nuñez: On human trafficking, Florida is CLOSED for business

On Sunday, when the smoke clears, the Lombardi trophy has been awarded, the message will reverberate— Florida is closed for business as it relates to human trafficking and we will not rest until we eradicate this evil from our communities because human beings are not for sale.

Images in photojournalism contest show best and worst of humanity

More than 12,000 photos were submitted to a photojournalism contest run by free-to-use photography app Agora. A self -taught Filipino photographer,@renebernaclaimed first-prize.

Three militants killed in Jammu

One policeman injured after they opened fire at toll plaza

3 terrorists killed in shootout on highway in J&K

Traffic has been suspended on the highway while authorities also ordered the closure of all schools today in Udhampur district as a precautionary measure.

Nagrota Encounter: Pulwama suicide bomber's cousin amongst 3 arrested while security forces kill 3 terrorists

The man who was driving the three terrorists is a cousin of the suicide bomber who killed 40 CRPF personnel in a deadly attack last year in Pulwama.

Terrorists sneaking into India in trucks, latest modus operandi of JeM

The three terrorists who were killed in an encounter today at Jammu and Kashmir had infiltrated from across the International Border in the Dayalchak area n Kathua district.

Four militant killed,encounter rages in Nagrota

his is first major encounter in Jammu region after the Sunjwan military station attack of 2018.

Rand Paul Just Outed a Whistleblower Because He Got Mad At John Roberts

#ArrestRandPaul is now trending.

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment

Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.

‘A really shameful episode in our history’: Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump’s impeachment

Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Bernstein ripped on Senate Republicans for refusing to hear potentially damaging new evidence in Trump's impeachment trial.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Elizabeth Warren Made Chief Justice John Roberts Ask a Question About His Own Legitimacy

If sheet cakes don't get the message across, maybe a public pantsing will.

'Why does everyone want to divide us?': EU presidents bid adieu to the UK – video

EU parliament president David Sassoli asks if British citizens were given enough information about Brexit

EU leaders remind Britain: No membership, no benefits

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The leaders of the European Union’s three institutions warned Britain on Friday that it cannot expect “the highest quality access to the single market” unless it adopts the bloc’s standards on environment, labor, taxation and state aid.

Goodbye. Hello: New MEPs join parliament after Brexit

For many in the EU, Brexit is goodbye. But for the MEPs elected to replace the Britons leaving the European Parliament, it is a new beginning.

Britain’s last day in the EU | Here is a chronology of Brexit

United Kingdom is set to leave the European Union at 2300 hours GMT on January 31, 2020.

UK set to say goodbye to EU: Chronology of Brexit divorce deal

On January 29, 2020, the European Parliament approved the Brexit divorce deal under which the UK will leave the EU on January 31.

Labour leadership contender Starmer makes freedom of movement pledge

Sir Keir Starmer called for an end to divisions, saying ‘Leave/Remain ends tonight’.

Goodbye. Hello: New MEPs join parliament after Brexit

For many in the EU, Brexit is goodbye. But for the MEPs elected to replace the Britons leaving the European Parliament, it is a new beginning.

British majority would vote against Brexit today, opinion polls suggest

After over three years of political deadlock and divisiveness among the British public about Brexit, the U.K.'s exit from the European Union has finally...

Prime Minister hails 'new beginning' as UK counts down to Brexit on Friday

There's mixed emotions in the United Kingdom as the country prepares to leave the European Union at 6 p.m. EST on Friday.

Can Sinn Féin’s young voters finally pull Ireland to the left?

In next week’s general election, progressives may be more comfortable backing a party once synonymous with the IRA, says Irish journalist and screenwriter Roisin Agnew

Bernie Sanders jumps past Joe Biden in new national poll

Days ahead of the Iowa caucuses, a new poll finds Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) jumping to the front of the 2020 pack nationally. A Wall Street Journal/NBC News survey released Friday found Sanders leading with the support of 27 percent of Democratic primary voters, statistically tying former Vice President Joe Biden, who received 26 percent support. Sen Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) placed third with 15 percent support, while former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg placed fourth with nine percent support. This is the first time Sanders has had the lead in The Wall Street Journal/NBC News' primary poll, which always previously showed Biden ahead. The Vermont senator rose six points since December, while Biden's support declined two percent and Warren's declined three percent since last month. Friday's poll found that Sanders "has gained support by drawing voters from" Warren, the Wall Street Journal writes, while Sanders also has his biggest lead yet over Biden among voters under 50 with an advantage of almost…

Sanders, Biden are neck-and-neck in new NBC/WSJ national poll

The two Democratic presidential contenders are statistically tied but Sanders has an edge in loyalty of his supporters.

Sanders Has Iowa Momentum, But Outcome Uncertain

Days before the first-in-the-nation 2020 presidential electoral contest in Iowa, Bernie Sanders has momentum, but the outcome is...

Poll: Joe Biden's Lead over President Trump Has 'Essentially Vanished'

Joe Biden's (D) lead over President Trump in a general election matchup has "essentially vanished," January's IBD/TIPP poll found.

Here's Who Is on the Front Pages in Iowa Instead of the Democratic Candidates Days Before the Caucus

Democratic candidates failed to make the front pages in Iowa with just days to go before the Iowa Caucus. Instead, the local papers in the early voting state focused on President Trump's Thursday rally and Vice President Mike Pence campaigning in the state.

Court seeks police reply on plea seeking ‘fair’ probe into Jamia violence in December

The petitioner also sought a court-monitored investigation into the incident.

Jamia firing: Accused sent to 14-day protective custody

The police said they have also urged the Board to form a medical panel to conduct a bone ossification test that will verify the age of the youth.

Social media videos radicalised Jamia shooter: Delhi Police

The accused procured a country-made pistol from his village and left for Delhi to avenge the death of Chandan Gupta in Kasganj violence

Delhi elections: Police chief’s tenure extended by a month ‘in public interest’

Congress leader P Chidambaram condemned the decision, calling it ‘incomprehensible and reprehensible’.

CAA: Supreme Court asks UP to respond to plea seeking quashing of notices against protestors

The petitioner had sought a stay on the notices, alleging that they have been sent to people arbitrarily, including a long-dead elderly man.

India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India on Friday banned the export of personal protection equipment such as masks and clothing amid a global coronavirus outbreak.

India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak

India on Friday banned the export of personal protection equipment such as masks and clothing amid a global coronavirus outbreak. It did not give a reason for the ban but it reported its first case of the new coronavirus on Thursday, a woman in Kerala who was a student of Wuhan University in China.

India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak

India banned exports of all kinds of personal protection equipment, including clothing and masks used to protect people from air borne particles.

Coronavirus: Air India's special flight to depart from Delhi for Wuhan on Friday for evacuation of Indians

The government on Thursday reached out to over 600 Indians living in China's Hubei province, the epicentre of the novel coronavirus outbreak.

Air India Special Flight To Evacuate Indian Citizens From China Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

In the light of the Coronavirus outbreak, an Air India special B747 flight will depart on Friday from Delhi to Wuhan city in China for the evacuation of Indians

Driving ban for US Air Force mechanic from RAF Mildenhall found 3.2 times over limit

An American serviceman crashed his car while being more than three times over the drink-drive limit following an upsetting conversation with his partner.

Driver was more than five times limit

The sheriff said she had “represented a significant danger to other road users”

Opera singer, 30, is arrested after Secret Service opened fire on her when she 'danced on the roof of her SUV and then crashed it through two security checkpoints at Trump's Mar-a-Lago

Hannah Roemhild, 30, was taken into custody following the ordeal near Trump's resort in Palm Beach, Florida on Friday just hours before the President was due to arrive.

Disturbed intruders flee Newtyle motorhome break-in

Police are hunting two men disturbed while breaking into a motorhome before fleeing the scene.

Thief who struck elderly woman with a stolen car is jailed

Liam Sheridan (40) pleaded guilty to endangerment at Mountjoy Street in 2016

Beyond American Dirt: the best books to understand Latinx culture

Mexican ghosts, a Splanglish coming of age saga, and trauma on the US border … Myriam Gurba picks books exploring the Latinx experience

Ted Bundy Doc: Former Girlfriend Tried to Warn the Police and More Shocking Revelations

Elizabeth Kendall, and her daughter, Molly, are opening up for the first time after nearly 40 years of silence.

This Week in True-Crime Podcasts: The Sneak, CounterClock, and More

This week’s best true-crime podcasts include “CounterClock,” “The Sneak,” “Strictly Stalking,” and “Crime Beat.”

Why losing Kobe Bryant felt like losing a relative or friend

A social psychologist explains how you can be so deeply affected by the death of someone you've never met.

Images in photojournalism contest show best and worst of humanity

More than 12,000 photos were submitted to a photojournalism contest run by free-to-use photography app Agora. A self -taught Filipino photographer,@renebernaclaimed first-prize.

Bhupinder Singh Hooda: Dissent in BJP-JJP goverment due to lack of similarity in views

Speaking to The Indian Express at his residence, Hooda said there is no similarity in the views of the leaders of the alliance government.

Delhi elections: Meet the ‘aam’ election debutants taking on ‘khaas’ Arvind Kejriwal

On the challenge against being pitted against a high-profile politician, both Sunil Yadav and Romesh Sabharwal claimed that the AAP convenor Kejriwal was never seen in his constituency these five years and does not have any idea of the issues plaguing New Delhi seat.

BJP MLA raises pitch for Cabinet Berth for all defectors

Gokak legislator Ramesh Jarkiholi said the final call will be taken by the Party’s Central leadership.

Delhi polls: BJP pledges Rs 2/kg wheat flour, potable water to every home

The document was released in presence of Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Prakash Javadekar, Harsh Vardhan, party's Delhi unit president Manoj Tiwari and MPs.

Karnataka CM gets approval for Cabinet expansion, may induct 11 Ministers

Chief Minister Yediyurappa said the date of swearing-in will be decided in a day or two, although he indicated that it would most likely be held on February 3.

Urmila Matondkar compares CAA with Rowlatt Act, gets WW II years wrong

"After the end of the Second World War in 1919, the British knew that unrest was spreading in India and that it could increase after the Second World

Urmila Matondkar mistakenly says ‘World War II’ instead of ‘World War I’ and social media user states, “#UrmilaMatondkar's history is too fast and too furious!”

Urmila Matondkar is currently the most talked about celebrity on social media, courtesy her recent video where she mistakenly stated that ‘World War I

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Evening news briefing: Dec 16 gangrape convicts won’t be hanged tomorrow, Economic Survey 2020; and more

From explaining what is the Economic Survey's strategy for boosting the wealth creation, to Jawaani Jaaneman movie review, here are the top news this evening

FIR lodged against Bengal BJP president

Dilip Ghosh made derogatory remarks, says anti-CAA woman protester in complaint

Assault on Syria's Idlib pushes 700,000 to flee in potential 'international crisis,' says U.S. envoy

An assault on rebel-held northwest Syria by government forces has pushed some 700,000 people to flee toward the Turkish border and raised the specter of an

Assad regime wrecks Idlib's historic district, destroying artifacts

In a campaign to take control of the country by gaining land with a blatant disregard for growing casualties, the Assad regime is advancing, leaving behind wreckage and chaos

Palestinians protest Trump plan, Gaza militants fire rockets

MAARET AL-NUMAN, Syria: Once the throbbing heart of the uprising against Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime, Maaret Al-Numan is an eerie ghost town where few buildings have been spared by nine years of war. Following a major ground offensive, the Syrian army captured the town in the northwestern province of Idlib on Wednesday, a key prize in its push to reconquer the

Turkey Says Might 'Have No Choice' but Another Military Offensive in Syria

'We will have to resort to the same path again if the situation in Idlib is not returned to normal quickly,' says Erdogan

Jihadists struggle to hold ground as Syrian troops score new advance in Aleppo

BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:20 P.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) continued their push in the southwestern countryside of the Aleppo Governorate on Friday as they scored a new advance near the Rashiddeen 5 sector. READ ALSO: Syrian Army storms key sector inside southwest Aleppo Led by the 4th Armored Division and Division 30 of the Republican Guard, the Syrian military began their attack on Friday morning by storming several sites around the Rashiddeen 5 sector and recently captured town of Khan Touman. According to a field report from southwestern Aleppo, the Syrian Army was able to take control of Talat Hizmar, Al-Khalidiyah, and Khirbat Khares this afternoon, following a fierce battle with the jihadist rebel forces. At the same time, the Syrian Army is also attempting to advance at the western outskirts of Aleppo city, as their units continue to attack the jihadist defenses near the Al-Zahra’a Association Quarter.

Japan to enforce special measures for coronavirus from Sat - Govt

TOKYO: Japan said on Friday that it would bring forward the date that the coronavirus will become a “designated infectious disease” to Saturday from Feb. 7, as a third chartered flight carrying Japanese citizens arrived from Wuhan.

Japan to enforce special measures for coronavirus from Saturday: government

Japan said on Friday that it would bring forward the date that the coronavirus will become a “designated infectious disease,” as a third chartered flight carrying Japanese citizens arrived from Wuhan amid concerns about how to deal with the returnees.

Japan urges citizens not to travel to China because of virus

TOKYO — The Japanese Foreign Ministry on Friday urged its citizens not to travel to China because of the possibility of the further spread of a new virus.

WHO Declares Global Virus Emergency, Countries Warn Against China Travel

The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death toll had climbed to 213 with nearly 10,000 infections. The UN health agency based in Geneva had initially downplayed the threat pos

More curbs on travel to China as coronavirus fatalities continue to rise

The United States and other countries tightened travel curbs on Friday and businesses said they were facing supply problems because of the coronavirus in China, a day after the World Health Organizat…

Gamboa orders crackdown on VK machines

PHILIPPINE National Police chief, Director General Archie Francisco F. Gamboa yesterday ordered a nationwide crackdown against ‘video-karera’ machines as part of his ‘no-take’ policy on illegal gambling activities as he led the destruction of 56 VK machines seized by the Quezon City Police District.

Immigration officer, two ground handler arrested for extortion at NAIA

An immigration officer and two ground handlers were arrested by operatives of Philippine National Police (PNP) Aviation Security Group at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 when they tried to extort some P60,000 from Royal Air as penalty/payment.

Top Bicol drug trafficker shot dead in Bulan gunfight

ONE of Bicol region’s 10 most wanted drug traffickers was killed in a shootout with undercover officers in Bulan, Sorsogon, last Monday, Police Regional Office 5 director Brigadier General Anthony S. Alcañeses announced yesterday.

Illegal gun supplier held, P.2M shabu seized

EASTERN Police District- District Special Operations Group (EPD-DSOU) nabbed a high value target (HVT) and suspected supplier of illegal firearms which resulted in the confiscation of firearms and P200K worth of shabu following an operation in Pasig City Thursday night.

PNP tasks units to assist DOH amid nCoV scare, monitor PH entry points

After the first confirmed case of 2019 novel corona virus (nCoV) in the Philippines, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has been placed on

Quader visits Dhaka hospital with respiratory problems

Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader has visited Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University Hospital with a respiratory problem.

AL leader Quader in 'stable condition' after hospital visit

Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader is now in a 'stable condition' after visiting the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University Hospital with sudden breathing problems.

Bangladesh evacuees head to Wuhan airport as China virus death toll mounts

The authorities have started moving the Bangladeshi students in Wuhan to the airport in the Chinese city for evacuation from the locked down epicentre of a deadly coronavirus outbreak.

Coronavirus: 14 students who returned from Wuhan to Maharashtra tests negative

Fourteen students who were studying at the epicenter of novel coronavirus outbreak, Wuhan in China, have returned to Akola district in Maharashtra in the last two weeks and the health officials said on Friday none of them had symptoms of coronavirus.

Kerala Coronavirus patient shifted to Thrissur Medical College

The medical college student from Wuhan University was shifted to an isolation ward set up in the Medical College Hospital in the early hours on Friday

Vandalized building in North Sulawesi not mosque, authorities say

The incident went viral after Twitter user @MohCipto1 uploaded a video showing a group of people taking apart furniture and fixtures while wearing shoes and sandals inside the building.

Man killed in country bomb attack in Puducherry

Sambu alias Sambasivam, a resident of Pilliarkuppam, was a complainant cum witness in a murder case that occurred in Cuddalore last year, police said

Hostage drama was planned, murder accused wanted cases dropped: Uttar Pradesh villagers

As local people and policemen laid siege to the house in Kasaria village, the 40-year-old initially demanded that the cases against him be dropped.

Criminal holds 20 children hostage in Farukkhabad

In a shocking incident, a man with a criminal background invited about 20 children to celebrate his ‘birthday’ and then held them hostage.

‘Delhi Police did not do their job’: Retired officials critical of how Jamia firing was handled

The inaction of the men at the site amounted to dereliction of duty, several senior ex-officials said.

Man stabbed with a knife in the hip in Mansfield

A man has been arrested

Teenager seriously injured after being stabbed in street in Salford

The 18 year-old was knifed in the street close to an MOT testing centre in Pendlebury police said

Police appeal for witnesses to Stokes Valley assault

Police are urging those who witnessed a serious assault in Stokes Valley last night to come forward.

Shock pictures show injuries to Dumbarton pensioner following raid on her home

Kevin McCallum was locked up for the “despicable” attack last week.

Man arrested for attempted murder following stabbing in Pearl City

Police said it all started when the 21-year-old suspect and 39-year-old victim got into an argument in the home in which they both live.

Talks between Thailand, insurgents to resume in March: Thai official

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Talks will resume in early March between representatives of the Thai government and the main insurgent group fighting for independence in the country largely Muslim-Malay south, the head of the government team on Friday.

Talks between Thailand, insurgents to resume in March, says Thai official

BANGKOK, Jan 31 — Talks will resume in early March between representatives of the Thai government and the main insurgent group fighting for independence in the country largely Muslim-Malay south, the head of the government team today. The conflict in the Malay-speaking region of predominantly...

Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fear, says govt spokesman

YANGON, Jan 31 — Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board today after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said. The plane arrived in the commercial...

Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fears: government spokesman

YANGON (Reuters) - Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board on Friday after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said.

Coronavirus: Countries evacuate citizens from China

HONG KONG, Jan 31 — Thousands of foreigners were among millions of people confined in the central Chinese city of Wuhan when Beijing announced plans to stem the spread of a SARS-like virus that has now claimed 213 lives nationwide. Today, China’s National Health Commission said nearly 10,000...

Palestinians protest Trump plan, Gaza militants fire rockets

Palestinians held demonstrations across the region Friday to protest President Donald Trump's Middle East initiative, while militants in the Gaza Strip fired rockets and mortar rounds at Israel, drawing retaliatory strikes.

Israel launches air strikes on targets in Gaza after militants fire three rockets

There were no reports of casualties or major damage from the exchange of fire overnight, which came amid heightened tensions after Trump released his Mideast plan

Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza after militants fire 3 rockets

Palestinians have called for large protests after Friday prayers, including at a flashpoint holy site in Jerusalem that is sacred to Muslims and Jews.

Israel hits targets in Gaza after militants fire 3 rockets

Israel launched airstrikes on militant targets in the Gaza Strip shortly after Palestinians fired three rockets into Israel, two of which were intercepted, the military said Friday.

Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza after militants fire 3 rockets

The Israeli military said on Friday that it launched 'wide-scale' airstrikes on militant targets in the Gaza Strip shortly after Palestinian militants fired three rockets into Israel, two of which were intercepted.

Lassa fever kills pregnant woman in Enugu — second death recorded in a week

The Enugu state ministry of health has confirmed another death from Lassa fever at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Utuku-Ozalla. This is the second death recorded in the state.

Enugu records second Lassa fever death

The University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Ituku/Ozalla near Enugu, has confirmed the death of a pregnant Lassa Fever patient at the hospital facilities.

Another death recorded in Enugu Lassa fever outbreak

The death toll in the Lassa fever outbreak in Enugu State has risen to two.According to the Management of the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, UNTH

Seven cases of Lassa fever confirmed in Bauchi — but no deaths

Four new cases of Lassa fever have been confirmed in Bauchi, bringing the total to seven.

Anambra records Lassa Fever case - Premium Times Nigeria

Anambra State has recorded what appears to be its first Lassa Fever patient in the latest nationwide outbreak...................

Anti-Semitism discussion draws 60 to Summerlin synagogue

Police told the crowd of about 60 who gathered at the Temple Beth Sholom in Summerlin that the LVMPD would work to prevent attacks against the Jewish community.

Sheriff Joe Arpaio Event Disrupted by Antifa, ‘One of Whom Drew a Knife’ – Report

Left wing mob descends on Republican campus event

The Story of a Baltimore Panhandler Murdering a Woman Made National News. The Truth Didn't

Baltimore's most powerful institutions put a bizarre story to use for their purposes, shedding light on who counts in the city, and why.

Florida Lt. Gov. Nuñez: On human trafficking, Florida is CLOSED for business

On Sunday, when the smoke clears, the Lombardi trophy has been awarded, the message will reverberate— Florida is closed for business as it relates to human trafficking and we will not rest until we eradicate this evil from our communities because human beings are not for sale.

Ohio cop fired and charged after lying he was robbed by a black man

He alleged he was shot by a black man during a robbery when he was off-duty. Warren police officer, Noah Linnen, subsequently changed his story about the alleged January 13 robbery four different times. His dishonesty led to at least three innocent black men being detained for a “significant amount of time.” His false report...

Monroe woman killed in crash on U.S. Highway 165

Police say a Monroe woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. Hwy 165, near LA Hwy 2.

Crash in West Monroe claims life of Monroe man

State police are investigating a crash that has claimed the life of a Monroe man.

Pregnant Louisiana woman killed in possible road rage crash, police say

Kenner Police say a pregnant woman is dead following a crash involving two vehicles on West Esplanade Ave. near David Dr.

Police identify victim of fatal hit-and-run crash in Hialeah

HIALEAH, FLA. (WSVN) - Police have released additional information surrounding a fatal hit-and-run crash in Hialeah. Hialeah Fire Rescue and Police responded to the scene...

Mississauga hit-and-run leaves woman using mobility scooter dead, police say

A 45-year-old woman, who was operating a motorized mobility scooter in Mississauga on Friday morning, was struck and killed by a vehicle that did not remain at the scene, police said.

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Three ways the end of the impeachment trial could play out

Friday will be a make-or-break moment in President Trump’s impeachment trial as Republicans try to bring the proceedings to a close. 

Senate moves to impeachment endgame

The Senate is moving into the final phase of President Trump’s impeachment trial, but senators expect a drawn-out floor fight before final votes on two articles of impeachment either late Friday or

Romney to vote in favor of impeachment witnesses

Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) will vote on Friday to allow additional witnesses and documents in President Trump's impeachment trial.

In boost for Trump, key Republican senator opposes calling witnesses

A key Republican senator has said that he would oppose calling new witnesses at Donald Trump's impeachment trial, paving the way for the possible acquittal.

Englishman Explains How Bernie Sanders is the American Version of Jeremy Corbyn

Corbyn destroyed his party in England in an attempt to bring about an anti-Semitic rule in Great Britain, and Sanders admitted that he is doing the same.

El Al Suspends Flights to China Due to Coronavirus Outbreak

The Israeli national airline follows British Airways, United, American, Air Asia, Finnair, Air India and Lufthansa in cancelling flights due to the epidemic • Flights to Beijing to resume on March 25.

Second Top Gantz Aide/Former Obama Adviser Compares Trump to Hitler; Says President is ‘Using’ Israel

On the heels of the revelation that another senior Gantz adviser called the U.S. president “Donald Adolf Trump,” tweets surface by Blue and White campaign strategist Joel Benenson, claiming that Trump takes his talking points from the Nazi leader.

Donald Trump has made Israel great

Pres. Trump's peace is a wonderful dream which is realistic and solves every issue. Opinion.

New Study Finds 61 Percent of Americans Believe Anti-Semitic Stereotype

According to the survey, the most prevalent stereotypes are “Jews stick together more than most Americans” (44 percent), “Jews like to be at the head of things” (25 percent) and “Jews are more loyal to Israel than to America” (24 percent).

India: 1st novel coronavirus reported in Kerala

By NewsDesk  @infectiousdiseasenews India health officials reported the first confirmed novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) case Thursday. According to a Ministry of Health and Family Welfare statement: Positive case of Novel Coronavirus patient, of a student studying in Wuhan University, has been reported in Kerala. The patient has tested positive for Novel Coronavirus  and is in isolation in …

The global spread of the coronavirus — where is it?

The World Health Organisation has declared an international emergency over the outbreak.

Air India Special Flight To Evacuate Indian Citizens From China Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

In the light of the Coronavirus outbreak, an Air India special B747 flight will depart on Friday from Delhi to Wuhan city in China for the evacuation of Indians

Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said on Friday, as it raised its total number of cases to 19, the second-highest after China.

2019 novel coronavirus: A chronology

KUALA LUMPUR, January 31 — Following is the chronology of events relating to the threat of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). The virus, which originated in the city of Wuhan, China, can cause severe respiratory illness, including pneumonia, with fever, cough, breathing difficulty. December...

Criminal Charges Finally Dropped Against Security Researchers Who Broke Into An Iowa Courthouse

Security research isn't a criminal activity, no matter how many companies might wish otherwise when their bad security practices...

Ohio cop fired and charged after lying he was robbed by a black man

He alleged he was shot by a black man during a robbery when he was off-duty. Warren police officer, Noah Linnen, subsequently changed his story about the alleged January 13 robbery four different times. His dishonesty led to at least three innocent black men being detained for a “significant amount of time.” His false report...

Mom on Kauai fails to meet deadline to bring missing kids to Idaho | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BOISE, Idaho >> The mom of two children missing since September failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to bring the kids to authorities in Idaho today.

Canberrans can now grow and smoke cannabis, though some questions remain unanswered

Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of. Friday marks Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of.

The Story of a Baltimore Panhandler Murdering a Woman Made National News. The Truth Didn't

Baltimore's most powerful institutions put a bizarre story to use for their purposes, shedding light on who counts in the city, and why.

9 years of war turn Syria's Maaret al-Numan into a ghost town

Once the throbbing heart of the uprising against Bashar Assad's regime, Maaret al-Numan is now an eerie ghost town where few buildings have been spared by...

Palestinians protest Trump plan, Gaza militants fire rockets

MAARET AL-NUMAN, Syria: Once the throbbing heart of the uprising against Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime, Maaret Al-Numan is an eerie ghost town where few buildings have been spared by nine years of war. Following a major ground offensive, the Syrian army captured the town in the northwestern province of Idlib on Wednesday, a key prize in its push to reconquer the

Maaret al-Numan is a key prize for the army in its push to reconquer Syria's last rebel enclave

Maaret al-Numan (Syria) (AFP) - Once the throbbing heart of the uprising against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime, Maaret al-Numan is an eerie ghost town where few buildings have been spared by nine years of war. Following a major ground offensive, the Syrian army captured the town in the

Assault on Syria's Idlib pushes 700,000 to flee in potential 'international crisis,' says U.S. envoy

An assault on rebel-held northwest Syria by government forces has pushed some 700,000 people to flee toward the Turkish border and raised the specter of an

New footage shows war-wrecked Maarat Al-Numan Museum

Footage filmed on Thursday shows the extent of the damage inflicted on the Mosaics Museum of the Syrian town of Maarat al-Numan in Idlib province, also known as Khan Murad Basha, after it was recaptured by the Syrian Arab Army (SAA). READ ALSO: Syrian Army keeps rolling in Idlib as new town captured south of Saraqib  According to the director of antiquities and museums of Idlib, Ghazi Alloulo, the outer facade of the museum sustained great damage, however, most of the mosaic artifacts were saved by the protective sandbags that were placed over and around the artifacts after the start of the war. Maarat al-Numan mosaics museum is nestled in a UNESCO-listed region of ancient villages. It was built in the 16th century, as a khan (Caravanserai) and was later converted into a museum. Among the museum’s most prized works is a depiction of the birth and life of Hercules and a mosaic artifact depicting Romeo and Romulus.

Trump to appoint White House official to take on human trafficking

President Trump will appoint a White House domestic policy adviser to focus exclusively on reducing human trafficking, according to a top administration official.

Trump signs order creating post focused on human trafficking

President Donald Trump has marked the 20th anniversary of federal legislation to help combat human trafficking by dedicating a new White House position to the issue.

Pompeo pledges US support for Ukraine amid impeachment trial

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo underscored Washington's support for Ukraine on Friday during a visit to Kyiv, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for the US to play a greater role in settling the conflict with Russian-backed separatists.

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Bernstein ripped on Senate Republicans for refusing to hear potentially damaging new evidence in Trump's impeachment trial.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment

Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.

Nirbhaya gang rape, murder case: Delhi court cancels February 1 hanging of convicts till further orders

Nirbhaya gang rape, murder case: A Delhi court on Friday canceled the executions of convicts in the Nirbhaya case till further orders. Nirbhaya's mother said that convicts have been taking advantage of the legal system.

Nirbhaya convicts finding loopholes to avoid hanging, dire need to amend laws: Arvind Kejriwal

The four death row convicts in the 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case will not be hanged on Saturday morning as a Delhi court on Friday postponed the execution of their black warrants till further order.

Nirbhaya case: Delhi court postpones execution of death warrants of all convicts till further order

The hangman arrived yesterday at Tihar jail in Delhi, where the convicts Pawan, Mukesh Singh, Akshay Singh and Vinay Sharma are to be hanged together

Nirbhaya rape case: Delhi court postpones hanging of death row convicts

Mukesh Kumar Singh (32), Pawan Gupta (25), Vinay Kumar Sharma (26) and Akshay Kumar (31) were scheduled to be hanged on February 1 at 6 am

Delhi court delays Nirbhaya convicts execution scheduled on Feb 1 till further notice

A day before the re-scheduled date of hanging, a Delhi court on Friday deferred the execution of four convicts in the 2012 gang rape and murder case of Nirbhaya, till further orders. It noted that

Gang convicted after robbery of suitcase full of £4million worth of gems from international jewellery salesman

Lee Gardner, Camilo Carvajal, Ciro Troyano and Oscar Hicks ambushed and attacked Joseph Savoie, who worked for Le Vian, for a case filled with high-value stones.

Shock pictures show injuries to Dumbarton pensioner following raid on her home

Kevin McCallum was locked up for the “despicable” attack last week.

Mother of P.A. homicide victim breaks down as graphic images shown in court

Tyler Vandewater faces a charge of second-degree murder in the June 2017 death of Chris Van Camp at the Saskatchewan Penitentiary.

Teen killers handed life sentences for brutally murdering OAP in his own home

Keirin McMillan, 20, his brother Aron, 17, and their friend Levi, 16, inflicted 80 injuries on Alasdair Forsyth during the appalling attack at his Edinburgh flat.

Violent customer jailed for killing Glasgow pub landlord who died after kicking him out his bar

A VIOLENT customer has been jailed for killing a pub landlord who died after kicking him out of his bar. Thomas Conaghan, 59, was ejected from Viceroy Bar on Paisley Road West by tragic Peter Derri…

Gauteng matric pupil at centre of viral bullying video kept in custody asks to write exams

The Gauteng Grade 12 pupil who was caught on video allegedly bullying one of her peers will remain in custody until her next court appearance.

Prosecution seeks jail for expelled Yale-NUS student who filmed shower videos of housemates

SINGAPORE: Prosecutors on Friday (Jan 31) sought a jail term of more than seven months for a student who was expelled from Yale-NUS College after ...

Third person arrested in KZN for 'fake' matric certificates this week

A man and two women were charged with fraud.

Karnataka police arrest headmistress, parent for anti-CAA play by kids

Bidar SP Sreedhara T said, "the accused - Fareeda Begum, the in-charge headmistress of Shaheen School and Anuja Minsa, mother of the student who delivered the dialogue which mentioned slapping the PM were arrested based on evidence collected by the police based on the case filed on January 26."

NRG Presenter Mwalimu Rachel Charged With Robbery With Violence

NRG presenter and talent manager Rachel Muthoni Njeru but popularly known as Mwalimu Rachel has been charged with robbery with violence contrary to section 299 (2) of the Penal Code.Section 296 (2

The Wuhan coronavirus seems to have a low fatality rate, and most patients make full recoveries. Experts reveal why it's causing panic anyway.

The coronavirus outbreak that originated in China is sparking fear, distrust, and xenophobia around the world.

Explainer: Rapid spread of China coronavirus fuels global alarm

(Reuters) - International alarm over the coronavirus that emerged in Wuhan, China in December is driven by its rapid spread and the fact that infectious disease experts cannot yet know how deadly or contagious it is.

Furious Chinese put images of the swastika, sanitary pads and skulls on Danish flag after the European nation refuses to apologise over 'insulting' cartoon depicting the Chinese flag with 'images of the coronavirus'

The online campaign started after a Danish newspaper published a satirical cartoon about the deadly coronavirus and then refused to apologise - moves that infuriated China.

Coronavirus: Quarantining millions in China is unprecedented, wrong

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The World Health Organization has declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. China has recorded over 8,246 cases, but just 170 deaths from the disease. As far as emerging diseases go, this virus appears relatively insipid.

Study Reports First Case of Coronavirus Spread by Asymptomatic Person

A woman from China infected a person in Germany before she began displaying symptoms

Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel

Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporised into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.

Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel

Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporised into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday. The TEPCO-operated nuclear plant suffered a meltdown in 2011 after it was hit by an earthquake-triggered tsunami. The

Release Contaminated Fukushima Water Into Sea: Japan Panel

Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporized into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.

Volcanic earthquakes, magmatic activity in Taal Volcano – Phivolcs

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) continues to monitor activities of the Taal Volcano after recording several volcanic earthquakes which signify magmatic activity.

NSW strikes ‘landmark’ energy deal with Federal Government, Greens call it ‘climate criminality’

A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has been slammed as "climate criminality" by the Greens.

Kerala Coronavirus patient shifted to Thrissur Medical College

The medical college student from Wuhan University was shifted to an isolation ward set up in the Medical College Hospital in the early hours on Friday

Coronavirus patient moved to Thrissur medical college, more quarantined in Kerala

Thrissur medical college has been equipped with isolation ward with all facilities where 24 patients can be treated at a time

Condition of coronavirus patient stable: Minister

Medical board formed; isolation wards in all private hospitals

Coronavirus: 14 students who returned from Wuhan to Maharashtra tests negative

Fourteen students who were studying at the epicenter of novel coronavirus outbreak, Wuhan in China, have returned to Akola district in Maharashtra in the last two weeks and the health officials said on Friday none of them had symptoms of coronavirus.

1,471 under surveillance in State for novel coronavirus

50 persons are in isolation wards of various hospitals, rest under home quarantine

Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel

Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporised into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.

Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel

Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporised into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday. The TEPCO-operated nuclear plant suffered a meltdown in 2011 after it was hit by an earthquake-triggered tsunami. The

Release Contaminated Fukushima Water Into Sea: Japan Panel

Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporized into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.

Volcanic earthquakes, magmatic activity in Taal Volcano – Phivolcs

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) continues to monitor activities of the Taal Volcano after recording several volcanic earthquakes which signify magmatic activity.

NSW strikes ‘landmark’ energy deal with Federal Government, Greens call it ‘climate criminality’

A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has been slammed as "climate criminality" by the Greens.

Mahama’s ‘Onuador’ vans only fit to sell ice-cream and Yoghurt- Abronye DC jabs

The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) Bono Regional Chairman, Kwame Baffoe popularly known as Abronye DC has descended heavily on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) bigwigs for making ‘noise’ about the delays that characterized the distribution   of ambulances by Akufo-Addo-led government. The NPP executive in response to criticism made by the Ranking Member on the Health of Parliament and NDC MP for Sefwi Akotombra, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh said the so-called  8 ‘Onuador’ mobile clinic vans procured under the erstwhile administration are not fit for purpose which must be their major concern instead. Mr. Akando had earlier revealed to the media that the jamboree to commission only about 200 ambulances out of the 275 the government was needless. “The jamboree and funfair was needless,” he said, adding that though he propagated for distribution of the ambulances, the accompanying funfair was a waste of state resources”, he said He further explained that he was reliably informed that only 130 out of 200 ambulances…

NPP women use Sarkodie’s ‘Ofeetso’ to mock the NDC after Akufo Addo commissioned 307 ambulances

A video has surfaced of some NPP supporters jamming to Sarkodie’s ‘Ofeetso’ during the commission of the new 307 ambulances by Akufo Addo to spite the NDC. In the video, the supporters with many of them been women were seen using their clothes to wipe the new ambulances and singing along to ‘Ofeetso’ which is […]

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Police arrest woman over tourist's murder

She was arrested at a bar in Diani, Ukunda, in Kwale County.

Police confirm arrest of 18-year-old for allegedly raping 70-year-old grandmother

The police in Plateau on Friday confirmed the arrest of an 18-year-old man, Marvellous Luka, who allegedly raped his 70-year-old grandmother.

Cop killing machete gang denied bail

Machete-wielding artisanal miners, who allegedly murdered a policer officer in December last year at Good Hope Mine in Kadoma, have been denied bail pending trial at the High Court.

Limpopo woman arrested for allegedly hiring hitmen to kill estranged husband

The woman and her husband were in the process of divorcing and were not staying in the same house, but it is alleged she ...

Barberton sisters face murder charges after their mother’s brutal murder

The two sisters, who are believed to be complicit in their mother's murder, were charged and will appear in the Barberton Magistrate Court on February 5

12 Deaths in Mississippi Tell a Grim Story

The only way to “fix” a problem like the American prison system is to end it.

Will we consider our own, the Kashmiri children traumatised by years of systemic violence?

Repetitive, violent trauma in endemic war zones can be deeply damaging for the community, especially children and adolescents, who could be scarred for life, and pass on their fear and anger to generations that follow.

Doug Collins Sponsored Radical Criminal Justice Reform Bill Alongside Rep. Hakeem Jeffries

Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA) has been at the center of the news this week, after his controversial decision to run for the United States Senate in Georgia, against sitting Republican Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-GA). The Republican establishment has condemned Collins’ move, which many view as selfish. President Trump even expressed his support for Sen. Loeffler’s hard work in the Senate.

Why Are So Many Young People Unhappy? (Part II)

The reason so many young people are depressed, unhappy, and angry is the left has told them that G-d and Judeo-Christian religions are nonsense; their country is largely evil; their past is deplorable; and their future is hopeless.

Virginia Bill Wouldn’t Criminalize Criticism

Online headlines falsely claim that Virginia lawmakers want to make criticizing state officials a “criminal offense.” The bill doesn't create new offenses. It would merely allow cases of threats or harassment against some state officials to be prosecuted in Richmond.

Karnataka school headmistress, parent arrested for "abuse" of PM Modi in drama

Days after a sedition case was slapped against a school in Karnataka, its headmistress and a student's mother have been arrested for alleged involvement in staging of a drama portraying Prime Minister Narendra Modi in poor light over the CAA and NRC, police said on Friday.

Bidar CAA play row: Police arrests headmistress, child's mother

The New Town Police on Thursday night arrested the headmistress of a primary school of the Shaheen Education Society and the mother of a child who staged a controversial drama during the annual day

HMs, teachers booked for taking students to anti-CAA protest

CPI(M) functionaries say the children participated in human chain after school hours

Tripura court issues non-bailable warrant against ruling BJP MLA

While MP Pratima Bhowmik, MLA Kalyani Roy and Rajib Bhattacharjee surrendered themselves before the court and obtained bail, MLA Krishnadhan Das didn’t follow suit, which led to the warrant against him.

Karnataka police arrest headmistress, parent for anti-CAA play by kids

Bidar SP Sreedhara T said, "the accused - Fareeda Begum, the in-charge headmistress of Shaheen School and Anuja Minsa, mother of the student who delivered the dialogue which mentioned slapping the PM were arrested based on evidence collected by the police based on the case filed on January 26."

Hanse-Himarwa appeal ruling on Monday

-A ruling in respect of former Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, Katrina Hanse-Himarwa’s application to be allowed leave to appeal against her conviction in the Supreme Court, will be made public in the High Court on Monday.

SC agrees to examine Centre’s plea seeking ‘victim-centric’ rules in cases of death penalty

The bench sought response from the stakeholders on whose petition the court had laid down the guidelines in 2014.

Man denied pre-arrest bail over chewing gum

Court notes applic­ant exhibi­ted 'non-submis­sive' behavi­our mandat­ory for extra ordina­ry conces­sion of pre-arrest...

Welsh Tories ordered to lift suspension of assembly member

Judge finds in favour of Nick Ramsay, who was suspended after being arrested and released

SC to examine victim and society-centric guidelines in death penalty cases

A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde sought response from various stakeholders on whose petition the apex court in 2014 had laid down guidelines relating to the execution of death row convicts.

Tenn. judge says he's sorry for 'regular white man' comment

A white Tennessee judge has apologized after saying in open court that he was “going to work like a regular white man” and not “a slave.”

Mom on Kauai fails to meet deadline to bring missing kids to Idaho | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BOISE, Idaho >> The mom of two children missing since September failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to bring the kids to authorities in Idaho today.

Exclusive: Woman Says She Was Recruited as Teen to Be Powerful Church Leader’s ‘Sex Slave’

A California woman, Sochil Martin, has told the federal agents and California prosecutors that the men who ran her church recruited her as a high school teen in Los Angeles to become a “sex slave” for the leader of the Light of the World Church, which claims to have five million members in the United States, Mexico and 50 other countries around the world.

Authorities Arrest Man Who Allegedly Faked Death to Dodge Child Sexual Abuse Case

A nationwide manhunt is over. Jacob Blair Scott, a 43-year-old alleged sexual abuser, was arrested in Oklahoma around midnight on Wednesday, say authorities. Officials said it happened less than 24 hours after they announced they were adding him to their most wanted list, and initiated a media blitz.

Most-wanted fugitive who faked own death captured in Oklahoma

A Mississippi man who faked his own death to avoid child rape charges was arrested on the same day he was added to the US Marshal’s most-wanted list, authorities said.

Coronavirus tests on two French citizens evacuated from China turn out negative

Tests on two French citizens evacuated by plane with 178 other passengers from the Chinese city of Wuhan and feared to have coronavirus symptoms have turned out negative, Health Minister Agnès Buzyn…

French citizens evacuated from Wuhan land in France

MARSEILLE, Jan 31 — A plane carrying around 200 French citizens evacuated from the Chinese city of Wuhan, epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak, landed near Marseille today, AFP reporters on board the aircraft said. The passengers, who will be placed in quarantine at a seaside holiday camp for...

UK evacuation plane leaves Wuhan with 110 people on boar

The civilian aircraft left Wuhan in central China at around 9:45 am local time carrying 83 Britons and 27 foreign citizens.

The global spread of the coronavirus — where is it?

The World Health Organisation has declared an international emergency over the outbreak.

Italy to let passengers off cruise ship after coronavirus scare

Italy's institute for infectious diseases examined samples taken from a Chinese woman ill with fever

Lori Vallow: Idaho woman misses deadline to bring missing children to court

The mom of two children missing since September failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to bring the kids to authorities in Idaho on Thursday.

Mom on Kauai fails to meet deadline to bring missing kids to Idaho | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BOISE, Idaho >> The mom of two children missing since September failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to bring the kids to authorities in Idaho today.

Fotis Dulos, charged with murdering his wife, dies after suicide attempt

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Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

HARTFORD, Conn. >> A man charged with murdering his missing wife amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.

Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies

A man charged with murdering his wife who went missing amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.

Host MP Chased Out of Uhuru's Event

The drama ensued at the very day Deputy President Wiliam Ruto allies had agreed to...

Sabina Chege Snaps at DP Ruto [VIDEO]

The Murang'a woman representative turned to Deputy President William Ruto urging him to...

Waititu a 'sacrificial lamb': Ruto allies

They claim the grand plan is to "finish" the DP politically.

Ruto urges balanced BBI debate focused on citizens’ concerns

THIKA, Kenya, Jan 31 – Deputy President William Ruto has urged politicians not to make the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) discussions about political - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

5 People Raila Hangs Out With in Private

Despite being at the helm of Kenyan politics, Raila Odinga still has an inner circle that includes...

Can Sinn Féin’s young voters finally pull Ireland to the left?

In next week’s general election, progressives may be more comfortable backing a party once synonymous with the IRA, says Irish journalist and screenwriter Roisin Agnew

The good and bad - Canvassing with Fine Gael ahead of Ireland's General Election 2020

It is six o’clock on a frosty Wednesday evening and a group of people clad in luminous pink has gathered outside a Dublin supermarket. They have been doing so every night for the past two weeks. The reason for this somewhat unusual gathering is to mobilize support for Kate O’Connell, a local politician running in the upcoming Irish General Election. 

Border poll an 'absolute necessity' for Sinn Féin to enter government - Talk of the Town

Sinn Féin president Mary Lou McDonald has said that a border poll will be an “absolute necessity” as a pre-condition before the party enters government. Speaking on a visit to the Louth/Armagh border today, Deputy McDonald made clear that she would only be part of an Irish government that is committed to pushing for a...Read More→

Buttimer: Fianna Fáil should rule out Sinn Féin coalition or 'get rid of Martin'

Fianna Fáil members who would consider entering Government with Sinn Féin should either remove Micheál Martin as leader or else rule out such a coalition, Fine Gael senator Jerry Buttimer has said.

The European Union’s Double Crisis of Legitimacy

It isn’t sufficiently democratic, and there’s no push to penalize authoritarian member states.

Edo 2020: Scores injured as Idahagbon is attacked

Attack is due to in-fighting says Obaseki’s aide By Ozioruva Aliu – Benin City Barely 48 hours after Governor Godwin Obaseki threatened to expel Comrade Adams Oshiomhole from the All Progressives Congress (APC) where he also instructed local government area chairmen of the APC to deal with anybody going contrary “the way we know howRead More

Gunmen allegedly in government vehicle attack former attorney-general in Benin city

A former attorney-general and commissioner for justice in Edo, Barrister Henry Idahagbon, has narrated how he escaped death as he was attacked by gunmen.

Oshiomhole can’t enter Edo without Obaseki’s permission – Deputy Governor

Political tension has continued to grip Edo State, South-south Nigeria, as the rift between the state governor, Godwin Obaseki, and the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, deepens.

Amotekun is taking shape ―Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has said that the South-West security initiative, Operation Amotekun was shaping up well.

Insecurity: Buhari must bring in fresh hands ―Tanko Yakassi

Founding member of the Arewa Consultative Forum and Kano politician, Alhaji Tanko Yakassi, has counselled President Buhari.

Seven cases of Lassa fever confirmed in Bauchi — but no deaths

Four new cases of Lassa fever have been confirmed in Bauchi, bringing the total to seven.

Lassa fever kills pregnant woman in Enugu — second death recorded in a week

The Enugu state ministry of health has confirmed another death from Lassa fever at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Utuku-Ozalla. This is the second death recorded in the state.

Enugu records second Lassa fever death

The University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Ituku/Ozalla near Enugu, has confirmed the death of a pregnant Lassa Fever patient at the hospital facilities.

Lassa fever deaths in Nigeria rise to 41

The death toll from Lassa fever in Nigeria since the beginning of January has risen to 41 as cases were confirmed in more regions, Nigeria's disease control agency said.

Another death recorded in Enugu Lassa fever outbreak

The death toll in the Lassa fever outbreak in Enugu State has risen to two.According to the Management of the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, UNTH

Delhi polls: BJP promises wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg, clean drinking water to every households

The BJP on Friday released 'Delhi Sankalp Patra', its manifesto for Delhi Assembly polls, promising good quality wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg for the poor and supply of clean drinking water to every

BJP promises wheat flour at Rs 2, clean drinking water to every household

BJP's manifesto was released in presence of Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Prakash Javadekar, Harsh Vardhan, party's Delhi unit president Manoj Tiwari and MPs. Addressing the media, Nitin Gadkari said the party will run the "bullet train" of development in the national capital.

Delhi polls: BJP releases manifesto, promises to invest Rs 10K cr in infra

The manifesto said if it forms the government, the party will give wheat flour to the poor at Rs 2 per kg.

Delhi Assembly elections: BJP promises clean water, wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg in its manifesto

Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari added that the manifesto focused on giving Delhi a corruption free and transparent government.

Delhi elections: BJP releases manifesto, promises clean drinking water to every household

Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari also said that the outgoing AAP government's subsidy schemes for power and water will be continued by his party if it is voted to power.

EDITORIAL: The bad apples in the police service must go

Ordinary citizens’ rights are violated by the police but nobody raises a finger.

Amotekun: Malami’s too many‘illegalities’

INDISPUTABLY, the indigenous security outfit set up by state governors of the South-West geopolitical zone, Amotekun, was birthed by the...

ANALYSIS | Shamila Batohi’s NPA: The state of play one year on

Public frustration over the lack of prosecutions for those involved in the grand corruption that characterised state capture is understandable, writes Gareth Newham

Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties

Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.

Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties

Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.

Iranian Tae Kwon Do Fighter Moves To Bulgaria With Olympic Dream

Farzad Zolghadri, an Iranian tae kwon do fighter who moved to Bulgaria this month, says he wants to represent the Balkan country at this summer's Olympics in Tokyo, insisting that his decision has “nothing to do with politics.”

South Korea confirms 11 coronavirus cases

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- South Korea confirmed 11 cases of the coronavirus, and is reporting its first case of tertiary transmission, the first of its kind outside China where the official death toll climbed to 213 on Friday.

On Eve Of Pompeo Visit, A Shakeup In Belarus's Military And Snap Drills. What Gives?

Moscow cuts off oil. Minsk turns to Norway. Lukashenka rants. Lukashenka shakes up his military command. Military command orders snap readiness drills. The U.S. secretary of state comes to town. There's a lot going in Belarus these days.

Sudan accused of failing men who say they were duped into working in Libya

Families protest amid claims men who went to work in UAE were given military training and then sent to Libya to guard oil fields

El Al Suspends Flights to China Due to Coronavirus Outbreak

The Israeli national airline follows British Airways, United, American, Air Asia, Finnair, Air India and Lufthansa in cancelling flights due to the epidemic • Flights to Beijing to resume on March 25.

Gunmen kidnap district head, son in Zamfara

Hassan Mohammed, district head of Gayari in Gummi local government area in Zamfara state, and his son have been abducted by suspected bandits.

Gunmen allegedly in government vehicle attack former attorney-general in Benin city

A former attorney-general and commissioner for justice in Edo, Barrister Henry Idahagbon, has narrated how he escaped death as he was attacked by gunmen.

Kwara police launch manhunt for ATM thieves

The Kwara Police Command has launched a manhunt for suspected thieves said to be behind acts of vandalism on Automated Teller Machi

NCIC focuses on Nakuru ahead of BBI rallies

The commission has cautioned politicians against inciting Kenyans to violence. 

Gov Makinde recalls five directors sacked by predecessor, Ajimobi

Five directors of the (BCOS who were sacked by the immediate past Governor Abiola Ajimobi, have been reinstated by the incumbent Governor, Seyi Makinde.

Democrats court Iowans ahead of vote, some stuck in Trump trial

Democratic presidential candidates like Joe Biden are traversing Iowa Friday, days before an all-important vote launches the party's nomination contest. But three high-profile hopefuls are unprecedentedly absent, tethered to Donald Trump's impeachment trial as rivals court undecided voters.

Bernie's back and Democrats are scared

Trump built his presidency through a hostile takeover of the Republican Party. Can Bernie Sanders do the same thing to Democrats? Iowans are about to find out.

Republicans Are Prepared to Go Down With Trump

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Bernie Sanders told Ninth Graders the U.S. Committed Acts in Vietnam ‘Almost as Bad as what Hitler Did’

During his 1972 gubernatorial run, Senator Bernie Sanders told high-school students that the U.S. had committed acts in its war with Vietnam that were "almost as bad as what Hitler did."An article in the Rutland, Vermont, newspaper, The Rutland Herald, reported on the comments, made while Sanders

The Hill's Morning Report — Senators expected to acquit Trump; witness push falls short

Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. TGIF! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch.

Itumbi Pens Poem to Waititu

Kenyan blogger Dennis Itumbi penned an emotional poem to the ousted Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu and...

Nyoro inaugurated Kiambu Governor, takes over from impeached Waititu

KIAMBU, Kenya, Jan 31 – James Nyoro was Friday installed the Governor of Kiambu, following the Senate’s decision on Wednesday to uphold the impeachment of - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Waititu Dealt A Blow As Court Declines To Stop Nyoro’s Swearing-in

Impeached Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu has been dealt a blow after the High Court declined to issue orders stopping the planned swearing-in of Deputy Governor James Nyoro as County boss.In hi

Why Followers Left “Pastor” Murkomen’s Church

The current senator of Elgeyo Marakwet county lost followers at a church he served as a pastor due to...

Woman Rep Narrates Awkward Encounter With Waititu in Office Toilet

"I went to his office to talk to him about the alcohol menace in Kiambu county, however, he dragged to a toilet and...

South Korean evacuation flight arrives from Wuhan amid tension over quarantine centers

A charter flight carrying 368 South Koreans from Wuhan arrived home on Friday as tensions simmered around quarantine centers where they will be isolated, a plan vehemently opposed by nearby residents.

South Korean evacuees from Wuhan welcomed to quarantine centres

SEOUL, Jan 31 — Hundreds of South Koreans flown home on a charter flight from China were greeted with welcome signs today as they arrived at quarantine centres where nearby residents had staged vehement protests only a day before. The 368 South Koreans were transported to two facilities in Asan...

Charter flight carrying South Koreans from Wuhan arrives home

SEOUL: A charter flight carrying 368 South Koreans from Wuhan arrived home on Friday (Jan 31) as tensions simmered around quarantine centres where ...

367 S.Koreans evacuated from Wuhan arrive in Seoul

SEOUL: A charter flight carrying 367 South Koreans from Wuhan, the epicentre of a virus outbreak in China, landed at the Gimpo International Airport on Friday, South Korea’s foreign ministry said.

Japan to enforce special measures for coronavirus from Saturday: government

Japan said on Friday that it would bring forward the date that the coronavirus will become a “designated infectious disease,” as a third chartered flight carrying Japanese citizens arrived from Wuhan amid concerns about how to deal with the returnees.

Senate GOP Sparks Outrage, Declares It Conducted a ‘Fair’ Trump Trial

Senate Republicans took to the ether for a victory lap and some backslapping late Friday morning—immediately prompting a surfeit of pique by describing the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump as “fair.”

Sen. Murkowski: Trump Impeachment Trial Can’t Be Fair, So No New Witnesses

Check out Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s (R-Alaska) excuse for voting against the Senate calling a single witness during the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.

The Hill's Morning Report — Senators expected to acquit Trump; witness push falls short

Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. TGIF! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch.

The law will not save America from Donald Trump

Onwards to the one thing that can: the election

Key Senate Republican comes out against impeachment witnesses, paving way for Trump acquittal

Good morning and welcome to Fox News First. Here's what you need to know as you start your Friday ...

Nirbhaya Gang-Rape: Delhi Court Delays Hanging of Four Convicts Again

The day before, India’s Supreme Court dismissed a petition by Akshay Kumar Singh, one of the four convicts in the 2012 gang rape case of "Nirbhaya", after the accused had requested to convert his death sentence to life imprisonment.

Nirbhaya rape case: Delhi court postpones hanging of death row convicts

Mukesh Kumar Singh (32), Pawan Gupta (25), Vinay Kumar Sharma (26) and Akshay Kumar (31) were scheduled to be hanged on February 1 at 6 am

Nirbhaya case: SC dismisses Pawan's plea for review of order rejecting juvenility claim

The review plea filed earlier in the day was taken up for consideration in-chamber by a bench comprising Justices R Banumathi, Ashok Bhushan and A S Bopanna, which dismissed it.

Court postpones hangings of Delhi gang rape convicts

A Delhi court Friday deferred the executions of four convicts in the 2012 Delhi gang-rape case hours before they were scheduled to be hung, lawyers...

No hanging tomorrow: Delhi court stays execution of Nirbhaya case convicts

Delhi's Patiala court on Friday approved the plea filed by death row convicts in the Nirbhaya case convicts, seeking stay on their execution on February 1.

5 of the worst ransomware attacks in the US

Ransomware in 2020 will be as destructive as ever, according to experts. Here are the worst to date – and a preview of what’s to come.

Medical professionals battle virus misinformation online

Dr. Rose Marie Leslie, a family physician at the University of Minnesota, is fighting misleading and false information around a virus outbreak with the very tool used to spread much...

Facebook bans coronavirus fake news, false cures and conspiracy theories

Social network says people are sharing videos which claim drinking bleach will beat the feared disease.

The Wuhan coronavirus seems to have a low fatality rate, and most patients make full recoveries. Experts reveal why it's causing panic anyway.

The coronavirus outbreak that originated in China is sparking fear, distrust, and xenophobia around the world.

Explainer: Rapid spread of China coronavirus fuels global alarm

(Reuters) - International alarm over the coronavirus that emerged in Wuhan, China in December is driven by its rapid spread and the fact that infectious disease experts cannot yet know how deadly or contagious it is.

Shots Fired, 2 in Custody After SUV Breached Security Checkpoints at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago: Deputies

There was a wild scene at the Mar-A-Lago resort on Friday. A black SUV breached both security checkpoints, and was headed toward the main entrance, said the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said the vehicle had been pursued by the Florida Highway Patrol. Shots were fired by officials, deputies said. The SUV was found, and two people are in custody.

Shots Fired Outside Mar-A-Lago During Attempted Security Breach

Police chased after SUV that tried to breach Mar-a-Lago security checkpoints

Shots fired after driver attempts to ram through gate at Mar-a-Lago

Two people were arrested after driving through security checkpoints at Mar-a-Lago, forcing officials to open fire on the suspects.

Opera singer, 30, is arrested after Secret Service opened fire on her when she 'danced on the roof of her SUV and then crashed it through two security checkpoints at Trump's Mar-a-Lago

Hannah Roemhild, 30, was taken into custody following the ordeal near Trump's resort in Palm Beach, Florida on Friday just hours before the President was due to arrive.

Police fire shots after SUV breaches Mar-a-Lago security checkpoint, 2 women in custody

There is currently a heavy police presence outside of Ma-a-Lago, the south Florida mansion owned by President Donald Trump.

Champagne discusses coronavirus response, evacuation with China counterpart

OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne has spoken to his Chinese counterpart about the coronavirus outbreak, a day after the World Health Organization called it a global health emergency.

Government in ‘final stages’ of preparation to evacuate Indonesian nationals from Hubei province: Foreign Affairs Minister

As the spreading of the potentially deadly Wuhan coronavirus (also known as 2019-nCoV) shows no signs of slowing down, Indonesia announced today that it’s on the final stages of preparation to evacuate Indonesians who are isolated in China’s Hubei province, the epicenter of the outbreak.

China to bring home all Hubei residents from overseas

BEIJING: The Chinese government is to send charter planes to bring citizens from virus-hit Hubei province who are overseas back

Russia Confirms First Two Cases Of Coronavirus, Two Chinese Nationals Quarantined

Russia has reported its first two cases of coronavirus, as governments scrambled to control the spread of a new coronavirus that has already killed more than 200 people in China.

Chinese communities in Italy warn of 'racism' over Wuhan coronavirus

Prominent figures in Chinese communities in Italy warned Thursday of episodes of "latent racism" against their compatriots by Italians fearful of ...

Mass protest in Amman against US' so-called peace plan

Thousands of Jordanians on Friday rallied in the capital Amman against the U.S.' so-called 'deal of the century' Mideast plan. Despite the heavy rain,...

Israel hits targets in Gaza after militants fire 3 rockets

Israel launched airstrikes on militant targets in the Gaza Strip shortly after Palestinians fired three rockets into Israel, two of which were intercepted, the military said Friday.

Israel launches air strikes on targets in Gaza after militants fire three rockets

There were no reports of casualties or major damage from the exchange of fire overnight, which came amid heightened tensions after Trump released his Mideast plan

Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza after militants fire 3 rockets

The Israeli military said on Friday that it launched 'wide-scale' airstrikes on militant targets in the Gaza Strip shortly after Palestinian militants fired three rockets into Israel, two of which were intercepted.

Israel tightens security after Trump plan but prayers pass calmly

Israel stepped up security in Jerusalem's Old City Friday after US President Donald Trump enraged Palestinians with his controversial peace plan, but weekly prayers at the flashpoint Al-Aqsa mosque passed off calmly.

Contest Over Freebies: Delhi's Opposition BJP Promises Job Security, Pollution-Free Environment

New Delhi (Sputnik): Voters in India’s national capital, one of the country’s richest in terms of per capita calculation, are being aggressively wooed by both the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with elections for the new state assembly just a few days away.

Delhi Assembly elections: BJP promises clean water, wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg in its manifesto

Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari added that the manifesto focused on giving Delhi a corruption free and transparent government.

Delhi polls: BJP pledges Rs 2/kg wheat flour, potable water to every home

The document was released in presence of Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Prakash Javadekar, Harsh Vardhan, party's Delhi unit president Manoj Tiwari and MPs.

Delhi elections: BJP releases manifesto, promises clean drinking water to every household

Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari also said that the outgoing AAP government's subsidy schemes for power and water will be continued by his party if it is voted to power.

Delhi Assembly elections | 10,000 ‘green buses’, 200 new schools promised in BJP manifesto

The party also resolved to “allow” the continuance of the flagship power and water subsidies implemented by the Aam Aadmi Party government.

India again delays hanging of Delhi rapists

Victim's mother says her 'hopes are dashed' but she would contin­ue to fight for justic­e

Hangings of Delhi gang-rapists postponed

Some of the men still have legal options to appeal their sentences.

Hangings of Delhi bus gang-rapists postponed

NEW DELHI, Jan 31 — The hanging of four men scheduled for tomorrow for a notorious gang-rape and murder on a Delhi bus in 2012 has been postponed “until further orders,” a court ordered today. The brutal attack on Jyoti Singh sparked weeks of demonstrations and shone a spotlight on the...

Pakistan halts China flights amid coronavirus outbreak

NEW DELHI: The hanging of four men scheduled for Saturday for a notorious gang-rape and murder on a Delhi bus in 2012 has been postponed “until further orders,” a court ordered on Friday. The brutal attack on Jyoti Singh sparked weeks of demonstrations and shone a spotlight on the alarming rates of sexual violence and the plight of women in India. Four men were convicted in

Family of Youth Who Shot at Indian CAA Protesters Claim He Isn't Linked to Any Radical Group

New Delhi (Sputnik): On Thursday, a gun-wielding youngster fired at a public protest against the contentious citizenship law in Delhi, injuring one person. The accused threatened the protesters as they were marching towards Rajghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, on the anniversary of his martyrdom. Police later were able to overpower the shooter.

India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak

India banned exports of all kinds of personal protection equipment, including clothing and masks used to protect people from air borne particles.

India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak

India on Friday banned the export of personal protection equipment such as masks and clothing amid a global coronavirus outbreak. It did not give a reason for the ban but it reported its first case of the new coronavirus on Thursday, a woman in Kerala who was a student of Wuhan University in China.

India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India on Friday banned the export of personal protection equipment such as masks and clothing amid a global coronavirus outbreak.

India bans export of all kinds of respiratory masks

The move assumes significance as there could be a spurt in demand for personal protection equipments due to coronavirus outbreak.DGFT also bans imports of stock lot papers

China ADMITS it was too slow to react to coronavirus outbreak which has killed at least 213 people - amid claims that officials are hiding a higher death toll by cremating bodies

The secretary of the ruling Communist party in Wuhan said the virus's impact on the world 'would have been less' if measures had been taken sooner.

Aliyah and sovereignty - is there a connection between them?

Knowing what to carry, not only outside but inside, can very well determine and profoundly affect the ongoing aliyah process.

Donald Trump has made Israel great

Pres. Trump's peace is a wonderful dream which is realistic and solves every issue. Opinion.

Who is Responsible for Palestinian Honor Killing?

The United Nations estimates that, globally, 5,000 women are the victims of honor killings every year. It is a figure most experts dispute as being far too low.

The Story of a Baltimore Panhandler Murdering a Woman Made National News. The Truth Didn't

Baltimore's most powerful institutions put a bizarre story to use for their purposes, shedding light on who counts in the city, and why.

'A joke': Palestinians slam Trump's proposal for new capital

Abu Dis, occupied West Bank – Just outside of Jerusalem lies Abu Dis, a small village which US President Donald Trump's Middle East plan has earmarked as the new capital of a future Palestinian state.

Court asks Wike to reinstate 8 permanent secretaries sacked unlawfully

A national industrial court in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state has ordered the reinstating of eight permanent secretaries forcefully retired by Nyesom Wike, Rive...

Gov Makinde recalls five directors sacked by predecessor, Ajimobi

Five directors of the (BCOS who were sacked by the immediate past Governor Abiola Ajimobi, have been reinstated by the incumbent Governor, Seyi Makinde.

OAU undergraduate bags 4-month jail term over $150 cyber crime

Justice Patricia Ajoku of a Federal High Court in Ibadan, on Friday sentenced Ezekiel Orimolade, an undergraduate student at the Obafemi Aw

ICYMI: Adoke secures N50m bail over alleged $1.1bn Malabu scam

A High Court of FCT sitting at Gwagwalada, on Thursday, granted bail to Mohammed Adoke to the tune of N50million with one surety in like sum.

EFCC releases Shehu Sani after perfecting bail conditions

EFCC has released Senator Shehu Sani, a former lawmaker who represented Kaduna central senatorial district in the National Assembly.

IGP fully supports move to strengthen drink driving law

SEPANG: Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador welcomes the government’s decision to impose heavier penalties for offences related to driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and reckless driving.

Yasonna ready to step down if immigration boss found not guilty of covering up fugitive's whereabouts

“If he [Ronny] is not guilty, I will step down from my position as a minister because I am sure that [Ronny] is guilty,” Yasonna said on Thursday.

Home minister: Govt committee will decide if there is a need to expand entry ban to more Chinese cities

PAGOH, Jan 31 — The Home Ministry will expand the entry restrictions on Chinese visitors from Wuhan to other cities to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the country only if such a decision is made by a special committee chaired by the Health Ministry. Home Minister Tan Sri...

Malaysian National Cycling Federation zips lips over official’s detention by MACC

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The Malaysian National Cycling Federation (PKBM) took the stand to keep mum following the detention of the top leader of the national cycling parent body by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), recently. PKBM deputy president, Yunus Ibrahim, when contacted...

IGP: Police know where Riduan is

SEPANG: The police have information on the whereabouts of K. Pathmanathan, the ex-husband of kindergarten teacher M. Indira Gandhi, who has been missing with their daughter for the past 11 years.

Jawol Abraham Joins Saboba NPP Parliamentary Race

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Incumbent Jaman North MP picks forms for re-election

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Chattered Accountant pick forms to contest K.T Hammond

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Youth Parliament not for nurturing political ambitions- NYA

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DP grass root elections postponed

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Democratic Party has postponed the party grass root elections which were due to take place this week. This follows the bickering between party branches and sub-branches over anomalies involved in the entire process. The party last week unveiled its political road-map for the 2021 general elections. outlining the programme …

Tribues paid to tragic teen girl who died in Argyll loch horror crash as police name two victims

TRIBUTES have been paid to a teenage girl who died after a car plunged into a sea loch in Argyll at the weekend. Police named Jasmine Herron, 19, and Jonathan Graham, 37, as the two casualties foll…

First pictures of teen and dad of three young boys killed in Argyll car crash

Jasmine Herron, 19, and 37-year-old Jonathan Graham were passengers in a car that careered off the B8024.

Tragedy as teenager, 19, is killed in horrific head-on crash that left his twin brother fighting for his life

Ollie Barraclough (pictured) was being driven by his brother William when their white Volkswagen Polo collided with a BMW X1 on the A629 in North Yorkshire.

Mum, 33, disappears with four kids including baby sparking urgent police search

Missing mum Kayleigh Stephens, 33, disappeared from Reading with her four children - 13-year-old Adrian McIntosh, 12-year-old Dylan McIntosh, four-year-old Remeyha Williams and four-month-old Tenaya Williams

Girl, 2, seriously hurt as two men rushed to hospital after horror smash near Stranraer

A TWO-year old girl was among three hurt after a serious smash near Stranraer. Four cars were involved in the crash on the B7077 at Stoneykirk at around 7.40am yesterday. Mercy crews raced to the s…

$13M fine proposed for podcaster behind racist robocalls

BROOKLYN, Iowa (AP) — Regulators are proposing a nearly $13 million fine against a podcaster who they say illegally hid the origin of automated phone calls that used the slaying...

Virginia Bill Wouldn’t Criminalize Criticism

Online headlines falsely claim that Virginia lawmakers want to make criticizing state officials a “criminal offense.” The bill doesn't create new offenses. It would merely allow cases of threats or harassment against some state officials to be prosecuted in Richmond.

Sheriff Joe Arpaio Event Disrupted by Antifa, ‘One of Whom Drew a Knife’ – Report

Left wing mob descends on Republican campus event

Anti-Semitism discussion draws 60 to Summerlin synagogue

Police told the crowd of about 60 who gathered at the Temple Beth Sholom in Summerlin that the LVMPD would work to prevent attacks against the Jewish community.

Key Senate Republican comes out against impeachment witnesses, paving way for Trump acquittal

Good morning and welcome to Fox News First. Here's what you need to know as you start your Friday ...

'She should thank her stars that she was only heckled': Bengal BJP chief's shocker on woman CAA protestor

Undaunted by the Ghosh's comment, the woman protester who is in her mid-twenties, said she will continue to protest against the 'fascist BJP'.

CAA protests: Complaint against Bengal BJP chief for derogatory remarks against woman

Dilip Ghosh told journalists that a woman who was heckled at a rally was lucky that ‘nothing more was done to her’.

Delhi elections: Police chief’s tenure extended by a month ‘in public interest’

Congress leader P Chidambaram condemned the decision, calling it ‘incomprehensible and reprehensible’.

'Who paid Jamia shooter?' asks Rahul Gandhi

Asked by reporters to comment on the incident as he was entering Parliament, Gandhi said, "Who paid the Jamia shooter?"

Postcard News co-founder heckled at Mangaluru Airport

The co-founder of website 'Postcard News', Mahesh Vikram Hegde, on Friday was allegedly heckled by Congress functionary and social activist Kavitha Reddy and two other women at Mangaluru International Airport, he was asked to sing 'Vande Mataram' to prove his patriotism.

Economic Survey: 5,151 smart city projects at various levels of execution

On Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna-Urban (PMAY-U) programme, the Survey said the scheme was launched in June, 2015 to provide "pucca" house with basic amenities to all eligible urban poor

Rural students spend more than urban counterpart on books, stationery, uniform: Eco Survey

As per the Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in the Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the absence of suitable financial support system and high burden of course fee, especially in higher education, pushes the poor and underprivileged out of the education system.

Economic Survey links infrastructure with social reforms to boost growth

The Survey suggested interlinking electricity supply with health and education

Rural students spend more in books, uniform, stationery than urban: Survey

Among those who were enrolled, drop-out rate was as high as 10 per cent at primary level, 17.5 per cent at upper primary/middle, and 19.8 per cent at secondary level, the survey added.

Contest Over Freebies: Delhi's Opposition BJP Promises Job Security, Pollution-Free Environment

New Delhi (Sputnik): Voters in India’s national capital, one of the country’s richest in terms of per capita calculation, are being aggressively wooed by both the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with elections for the new state assembly just a few days away.

Sikhala's court case to split the party

The court case of the MDC vice chairperson, Job Sikhala, who is facing subversion charges following his threat to unseat President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administ...

MDC official targeted in ‘smash and grab’ days after state media ‘sting article’

Suspected state security agents smashed the passenger window of a car being driven by MDC Secretary for International Relations, Gladys Hlatshwayo, and made away with an Apple laptop. Speaking to Nehanda Radio, Hlatshwayo who was coming from a party meeting, confirmed the incident took place as she was turning from Harare Drive into Kirkman Road in the capital around 7 pm on Thursday. Bizarrely a handbag with money and other valuables was left untouched.

'MDC 2020 Agenda will not lift sanction' - more significantly, will not end rigged elections

There is a mountain of evidence proving that the root causes of Zimbabwe's economic meltdown are 40 years of gross mismanagement and rampant corruption. The rea...

Bongo case postponed but Mahumapelo drops bombshell statement

Mahumapelo says there are those who mobilise people to make sure that some people are arrested, in order to resolve political challenges that are within the movement. 

'Trump to add new names to sanctions list' - splendid, please add Chamisa Mthuli Ncube!

"Trump to add more names on Zimbabwe sanctions list!" screamed the headlines in Bulawayo 24!YES! YES! I scream back, static ecstatic with in delight!The sanctio...

Russian journalist predicts "fierce Stalinism" or transformations after Putin's regime

According to the journalist, there will be shifts in the country even if the new leader of Russia belongs to Putin's entourage.

Did Putin Just Reveal Plans for How Russia Would Run Without Him?

What is he planning?

How Obama’s Mid-East Policy Led to Nazi Rebirth

How Obama’s Mid-East Policy Led to Nazi Rebirth in Today’s Germany

The Founders Set an Extremely High Bar for Impeachment

And that’s probably a good thing.

Xi’s ‘authoritarian’ leadership in countering coronavirus crisis draws flak

Mayor of Wuhan triggers avalanche of international criticism with candid comments

ICYMI: Adoke secures N50m bail over alleged $1.1bn Malabu scam

A High Court of FCT sitting at Gwagwalada, on Thursday, granted bail to Mohammed Adoke to the tune of N50million with one surety in like sum.

EFCC releases Shehu Sani after perfecting bail conditions

EFCC has released Senator Shehu Sani, a former lawmaker who represented Kaduna central senatorial district in the National Assembly.

Alleged Forgery: Court admits publisher to N2m bail

An Ikeja Special Offence Court on Friday granted a N2 million bail the publisher of The Interview magazine, Azubuike Ishiekwene, accused of forgery by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

OAU undergraduate bags 4-month jail term over $150 cyber crime

Justice Patricia Ajoku of a Federal High Court in Ibadan, on Friday sentenced Ezekiel Orimolade, an undergraduate student at the Obafemi Aw

Court asks Wike to reinstate 8 permanent secretaries sacked unlawfully

A national industrial court in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state has ordered the reinstating of eight permanent secretaries forcefully retired by Nyesom Wike, Rive...

Why the struggle for a secular Pakistan was doomed from the very beginning

Pakistan’s movement towards becoming an overzealous religious society can be traced back to pre-partition times

Citizenship being instrumentalized to impose social & political exclusion of smaller groups: Speakers

LAHORE, Pakistan: The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) in collaboration with the Information Technology University (ITU) has organized a Seminar on “Citizenship Rights (Nationality) in the Mirror of Fundamental Rights” in Lahore. The participants of the Seminar included lawyers, journalists, student representatives, and civil society representatives, and they were engaged in an interactive discussion on citizenship rights in the light of domestic and international human rights frameworks. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Usama Malik said that an egalitarian basis of citizenship was incorporated in international law. He said that Article 14 and 16 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights acknowledged the right of a person to have and change its nationality; moreover, Articles 24 and 25 accorded this right to every child. However, he added that, the application of the right to citizenship and the right to change citizenship remained purely a domestic domain. Therefore, different standards were practiced in different…

The real threat is the perceived victimhood of the majority: Kannan Gopinathan

For the first time, the Muslim community is asserting its religious identity as well as its Indian identity, says the IAS officer who quit office to protest the J&K lockdown

Budget Session: President Kovind hails Citizenship Amendment Act, but remains silent on NRC

Some Opposition members shouted ‘shame shame’ and displayed banners as soon as the president made the remarks in Parliament.

Is the new dispensation keen on devolution?

It should be recalled that the nationalist struggle's main focus was the achievement of an electoral system with one person one vote as its basis and the result...

Girl, 2, seriously hurt as two men rushed to hospital after horror smash near Stranraer

A TWO-year old girl was among three hurt after a serious smash near Stranraer. Four cars were involved in the crash on the B7077 at Stoneykirk at around 7.40am yesterday. Mercy crews raced to the s…

Woman seriously injured after being hit by a scrambler near Luas stop in Dublin hit and run

A woman has been seriously injured after being hit by a scrambler near the Drimnagh Luas stop. The driver ended up in the canal before fleeing the scene. 

Four people rushed to hospital following horror crash involving tree on A77

The road was closed for a number of hours after the collision.

Pedestrian killed in A14 crash was wearing hospital gown, says first-aider

A first-aider who rushed to help a pedestrian killed in a crash said the dead man appeared to have just left West Suffolk Hospital.

Woman seriously injured after being hit by scrambler bike at Luas stop in Drimnagh, Dublin

The youth then managed to swim to the side of the canal and left the scene on another motorbike

Trump Asked John Bolton to Participate in the Ukraine Drug Deal: Book

A late-breaking allegation from former national security advisor and limitless war pep squad member John Bolton is likely to get Democrats’ hopes up–misguided as that maybe– for the potential calling of witnesses during the final hours of the Senate’s impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Bernstein ripped on Senate Republicans for refusing to hear potentially damaging new evidence in Trump's impeachment trial.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment

Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.

‘A really shameful episode in our history’: Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump’s impeachment

Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.

Pompeo Insists There’s ‘No Condition’ For Zelensky To Visit WH But Won’t Say When He Can

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo denied on Friday that there were any conditions for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to meet...

Man asks State to withdraw charges against his wife who is accused of his attempted murder, court hears

A Durban man has asked prosecutors to withdraw charges against his wife, who is accused of his attempted murder along with three other women. But the prosecution has refused to do so.

Husband ‘asks State to withdraw charges against wife’ accused of his attempted murder

Sandra Govender, 53, and three other women face charges of attempted murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

WATCH: Phoenix wife, domestic who tried to strangle man with scarf granted bail

Sandra Govender, 53, a businesswoman and Nomfundiso Ntabe, Kwanele Mbebe and Zandile Yelema are charged with attempted murder.

Cop killing machete gang denied bail

Machete-wielding artisanal miners, who allegedly murdered a policer officer in December last year at Good Hope Mine in Kadoma, have been denied bail pending trial at the High Court.

Pretoria man sentenced to life for raping then-10-year-old stepdaughter

The man, who cannot be named to protect the identity of his victim, looked after the victim during the week.

Russia Wants a New Trade Deal with the UK

Russia wants to conclude a new trade agreement with the UK after the country leaves the European Union, said Russian Ambassador to London Andrey Kelin, quoted by BGNES. Russia and the UK must sign agreements in the fields of aviation, transport, trade in nuclear materials, etc.

Russia reports first coronavirus cases, restricts China air travel

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia reported its first two cases of coronavirus on Friday and restricted direct flights to China, its biggest trade partner, as Russians complained of rising prices for medical masks and anti-virus medicine.

UK's Brussels embassy takes down EU flag as sun sets on Brexit day

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union’s flag was removed from outside the British embassy to the EU in Brussels on Friday, hours before the United Kingdom was set to formally leave the EU after 47 years of membership.

UK not to introduce visa-free travel for Ukrainians after Brexit – envoy

The UK is not going to open a visa center in Ukraine.

Plane leaves China virus epicenter with 110 Britons and foreigners aboard

BEIJING (Reuters) - A plane carrying 83 British and 27 foreign nationals flew out on Friday from China’s central city of Wuhan, the center of a virus epidemic that has killed more than 200 people and infected more than 9,000, the British government said.

Man jailed for raping two teenage boys in 'republican safe house' in Louth still seeking extra time to appeal conviction

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Man who sexually abused two children jailed

TWO women who were sexually molested as children have welcomed a 12-year sentence handed to their abuser saying "we've finally got our justice.

Teen killers handed life sentences for brutally murdering OAP in his own home

Keirin McMillan, 20, his brother Aron, 17, and their friend Levi, 16, inflicted 80 injuries on Alasdair Forsyth during the appalling attack at his Edinburgh flat.

Teen brothers and pal who murdered Edinburgh OAP with hammer and screwdriver given life sentences as judge names killers

THREE teens who brutally murdered a vulnerable pensioner in his Edinburgh home in a frenzied attack have been named. Kierin McMillan or Elliot, who was 19 at the time of the offence, and his brothe…

Gatehouse of Fleet man receives more than £100,000 compensation after being wrongly arrested by Police Scotland

Gary Webb says his life has been "completely trashed" after spending three nights in prison in 2015

Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties

Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.

Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties

Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.

Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties

Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.

Derry woman takes Irish citizenship battle to the US

A Derry woman who is challenging a court ruling, that she is a British citizen and not Irish, is taking her campaign to the United States claims this contravenes the Good Friday Agreement. Emma DeSouza is set to travel to Washington, New York, Philadelphia and Boston next week on a 10-day trip in a bid to highlight...

Gatehouse of Fleet man receives more than £100,000 compensation after being wrongly arrested by Police Scotland

Gary Webb says his life has been "completely trashed" after spending three nights in prison in 2015

How will Netflix end The Crown? From Margaret's death to Will and Kate wedding

Netflix has confirmed that The Crown will end with its fifth season as Imelda Staunton takes over from Olivia Colman to play The Queen

Ted Bundy's First Known Survivor Speaks Out for the First Time in Amazon Doc: 'It Was Horrible'

'Ted Bundy: Falling for a Killer' features women in his life or affected by his crimes opening up on camera for the first time.

Urmila Matondkar mistakenly says ‘World War II’ instead of ‘World War I’ and social media user states, “#UrmilaMatondkar's history is too fast and too furious!”

Urmila Matondkar is currently the most talked about celebrity on social media, courtesy her recent video where she mistakenly stated that ‘World War I

'Every time I'm in here, I think I'm going to die': Blogger who passed away from cancer aged 24 breaks down in tears over how 'quickly her life has gone' in heartbreaking hospital footage filmed before her death

A documentary set to air at Dublin Film Festival in March, follows the last months of blogger Jayda McCann, 24, from Ireland who died from rare leiomyosarcoma in October 2019.

Jonah Hill reflects on 'favourite memory' with late brother and Kobe Bryant

Actor Johan Hill has shared photos of when he and his late brother, Jordan Feldstein, met Kobe Bryant in 2010

‘I hope something positive has come out of this horror’: Angus gran’s brutal death inspires self-defence drive

The brutal death of a former Monifieth grandmother has inspired a self-defence drive in South Africa.

Teen killers handed life sentences for brutally murdering OAP in his own home

Keirin McMillan, 20, his brother Aron, 17, and their friend Levi, 16, inflicted 80 injuries on Alasdair Forsyth during the appalling attack at his Edinburgh flat.

Teen brothers and pal who murdered Edinburgh OAP with hammer and screwdriver given life sentences as judge names killers

THREE teens who brutally murdered a vulnerable pensioner in his Edinburgh home in a frenzied attack have been named. Kierin McMillan or Elliot, who was 19 at the time of the offence, and his brothe…

Ted Bundy kept victims' heads as trophies after having sex with decapitated corpses

Ted Bundy's ex girlfriend, Elizabeth Kendall, will speak for the first time in new Amazon documentary, Ted Bundy: Falling For A Killer

Thug downed '24 cans and had crack cocaine' before brutally attacking girlfriend

Peter McLeod, 43, had only been out of prison a few months when he repeatedly punched, headbutted and kicked his partner until she feared she would die.

China has confidence and capability to win the war against coronavirus: foreign ministry

China has confidence and capability to win the war against the new coronavirus, said the country’s foreign ministry spokeswoman in responding to the World Health Organization (WHO)’s decision to declare the virus outbreak in China as a global emergency.

As Coronavirus death toll rises, countries tighten curbs on travel to China

The US and other countries tightened travel curbs on Friday and businesses said they were facing supply problems because of the coronavirus in China.

US advises no travel to China, where virus deaths top 200

BEIJING — The U.S. advised against all travel to China as the number of cases of a worrying new virus spiked more than tenfold in a week, including the highest death toll in a 24-hour period reported Friday.

Pakistan halts flights to and from China amid virus outbreak

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday halted flights to and from China with immediate effect, a civil aviation official said, as the death toll from a virus outbreak spreading in China mounted and the World H

W.H.O. Demands ‘Gratitude And Respect’ For Chinese Dictator’s Coronavirus Response

Bizarre comments from Director-General as it becomes clear Communists have lied about scale of global pandemic

Virus poses stark challenges to Abe's tourism goals as Tokyo Olympics loom

The coronavirus outbreak is posing myriad challenges for the Japanese economy, including a key Abe administration policy initiative — the promotion of inbo

What If the Coronavirus and China's Quarantines Caused a Global Recession?

That would be bad.

Japan to step up coronavirus action as Abe takes flak for response

To halt the Wuhan epidemic, foreign travelers will be denied entry to Japan starting Saturday if they have been to Hubei province in the past 14 days.

Record 31.19 million foreign nationals entered Japan in 2019

The number of foreign nationals who entered Japan in 2019 came to 31.19 million, logging a record high for the seventh consecutive year, the Immigration Se

As Coronavirus death toll rises, countries tighten curbs on travel to China

The US and other countries tightened travel curbs on Friday and businesses said they were facing supply problems because of the coronavirus in China.

Horn votes to limit Trump's war authority against Iran

Rep. Kendra Horn voted Thursday to limit President Donald Trump’s authority to attack Iran, as the Democratic House cleared legislation to reassert Congress’ power to declare war. Horn, D-Oklahoma City, said the resolutions, approved along mostly partisan lines, were “about Congress doing its job and setting clear strategic boundaries for the use of our Armed Forces globally.” The other four Oklahomans in the House, all Republicans, voted against the resolutions, one specifically focused on Iran and another with more broad application to the use of force in the Middle East. Rep.

US House Passes Multiple Measures to Curb Military Action by Trump on Iran

“We need to reassert our congressional authority,” said Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.). “The repeal of it is long overdue.”

Trump's trial represents a test for institutionality

The impeachment of the U.S. President has reached a critical phase in the U.S. Senate, at a time when concerns about the transparency and impartiality of a process called for to protect the credibility of democratic institutions are growing.

Trump to roll back Obama-era ban on land mines

The Trump administration is loosening an Obama-era ban on certain kinds of land mines in an effort to give the U.S. military another tool on the battlefield, U.S. officials said.

Boris Johnson Won Brexit; Now He Has to Own It

(Bloomberg) -- Want to receive this post in your inbox every day? Sign up for the Balance of Power newsletter, and follow Bloomberg Politics on Twitter and Facebook for more.At 11 p.m., Britain’s bad-tempered 47-year marriage to the European Union will formally end.The man who helped engineer the divorce

Doctors acquitted at end of Belgium's first euthanasia trial

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - A Belgian court on Friday cleared three doctors accused of murder for helping a woman end her life, in the country’s first criminal case concerning euthanasia.

Doctors acquitted in Belgium’s first criminal euthanasia case

GP, psychiatrist and doctor were accused of unlawfully poisoning Tine Nys, 38

Belgium jury acquits 3 doctors in landmark euthanasia case

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- A Belgium jury acquitted three doctors of manslaughter charges Friday in connection to the 2010 euthanasia case of Tine Nys.

Judge orders blood can be administered to Jehovah’s Witness girl

Teenager and her parents oppose blood transfusion for religious reasons

Man with dementia and frostbite to be detained in hospital, court rules

Judge says highly educated man who had professional career was cursed by alcohol addiction

Hammer killer sentenced

The killer of Chris Ausman will spend another eight and a half years behind bars before he becomes eligible for parole.

Bristol murderer Steven Jones has sentence extended after stabbing fellow inmate in revenge attack

It was over the sale of a bad pill

Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies

A man charged with murdering his wife who went missing amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.

Grandmother is 'so sorry' she shot her autistic 8-year-old grandsons dead

'I loved those boys. I never intended to harm them. I am so sorry that I did,' she said. 

Fotis Dulos Is Dead, But His Attorney Is Trying to Pull Off Something ‘Unprecedented’

Although posthumous trials have precedent globally and historically, that is not case in the state of Connecticut (or really anywhere in the U.S.), where attorney Norm Pattis is attempting to clear the name of his deceased client Fotis Dulos.

Law Firm Dumps Maduro Official After Outcry

A U.S. law firm that was hired for $12.5 million by a top official in Nicolás Maduro's government has decided to dump the controversial Venezuelan client amid an outcry by critics who accused it of carrying water for a socialist "dictator."

Boris Johnson Won Brexit; Now He Has to Own It

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Horn votes to limit Trump's war authority against Iran

Rep. Kendra Horn voted Thursday to limit President Donald Trump’s authority to attack Iran, as the Democratic House cleared legislation to reassert Congress’ power to declare war. Horn, D-Oklahoma City, said the resolutions, approved along mostly partisan lines, were “about Congress doing its job and setting clear strategic boundaries for the use of our Armed Forces globally.” The other four Oklahomans in the House, all Republicans, voted against the resolutions, one specifically focused on Iran and another with more broad application to the use of force in the Middle East. Rep.

US House Passes Multiple Measures to Curb Military Action by Trump on Iran

“We need to reassert our congressional authority,” said Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.). “The repeal of it is long overdue.”

Trump's trial represents a test for institutionality

The impeachment of the U.S. President has reached a critical phase in the U.S. Senate, at a time when concerns about the transparency and impartiality of a process called for to protect the credibility of democratic institutions are growing.

No use suing over spilt milk as court throws out Lidl shopper's personal injury claim

A woman who told a court she was injured when she slipped on milk in a Lidl supermarket has had her €15,000 compensation claim thrown out.

Shock pictures show injuries to Dumbarton pensioner following raid on her home

Kevin McCallum was locked up for the “despicable” attack last week.

Teen charged with Cameron Blair murder appears at children’s court

Mr Blair, whose funeral took place in Bandon last Sunday, was a second-year Chemical Engineering student at Cork Institute of Technology.

Violent customer jailed for killing Glasgow pub landlord who died after kicking him out his bar

A VIOLENT customer has been jailed for killing a pub landlord who died after kicking him out of his bar. Thomas Conaghan, 59, was ejected from Viceroy Bar on Paisley Road West by tragic Peter Derri…

Creep told his ex "I'm your worst nightmare"

Allan Logan made two telephone calls to his ex Rebecca Lindsay and uttered a threatening remark to her.

RNC Sees Record Fundraising Numbers for Non-Presidential Election Year

The RNC closed out 2019 with a record $26.5 million raised in December, bringing it to $241.1 million raised throughout the year.

Billionaire Bloomberg floods Democratic primary with cash

DES MOINES, Iowa — Billionaire Michael Bloomberg spent roughly $180 million in the month after his late entry into the Democratic presidential primary, a staggering sum that’s drastically more than all other leading contenders spent during much of the past year combined. Since his late entry into the race in November, the former New York …

Biden camp prepping backers for ‘extended fight’ beyond Iowa

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Three days before the Iowa caucuses begin the 2020 nominating process, Joe Biden’s campaign manager downplayed the significance of Iowa and New Hampshire and prepped...

The Hill's Campaign Report: Four-way sprint to Iowa finish line

Welcome to The Hill's Campaign Report, your weekly rundown on all the latest news in the 2020 presidential, Senate and House races. Did someone forward this to you?

Bloomberg lands Utah's lone Democratic rep as sixth congressional endorsement

Democratic presidential hopeful Mike Bloomberg on Friday scored his sixth congressional endorsement, this one from Rep. Ben McAdams, Utah's only Democratic member of Congress.

Delhi Polls 2020: BJP promises clean water, cheap wheat flour, jobs in its manifesto

Manoj Tiwari said that if BJP forms the next government in Delhi then people will get clean water in their taps and the dependency on water tankers will become zero.

Delhi elections: BJP releases manifesto, promises clean drinking water to every household

Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari also said that the outgoing AAP government's subsidy schemes for power and water will be continued by his party if it is voted to power.

BJP promises wheat flour at Rs 2, clean drinking water to every household

BJP's manifesto was released in presence of Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Prakash Javadekar, Harsh Vardhan, party's Delhi unit president Manoj Tiwari and MPs. Addressing the media, Nitin Gadkari said the party will run the "bullet train" of development in the national capital.

Delhi Assembly elections: BJP promises clean water, wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg in its manifesto

Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari added that the manifesto focused on giving Delhi a corruption free and transparent government.

BJP manifesto ‘barbadi patra’, aims to end all welfare schemes of Delhi govt.: AAP

Senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh, addressing a press conference, said the BJP manifesto is a “barbadi patra” (recipe for destruction)

Why Followers Left “Pastor” Murkomen’s Church

The current senator of Elgeyo Marakwet county lost followers at a church he served as a pastor due to...

Esther Passaris causes an uproar after referring to God as ‘Her’

You are worse than churches!

Woman Rep narrates strange encounter with Waititu at an office toilet

That is when I knew the man is bad news

Sabina Chege Snaps at DP Ruto [VIDEO]

The Murang'a woman representative turned to Deputy President William Ruto urging him to...

Woman Rep Narrates Awkward Encounter With Waititu in Office Toilet

"I went to his office to talk to him about the alcohol menace in Kiambu county, however, he dragged to a toilet and...

Pakistani student placed in isolation after returning from virus-hit Wuhan

Studen­t to stay in hospit­al for 14 days, fluid sample sent to Islama­bad for tests

Treating stranded students 'like our own’, China assures Pakistan

In phone call with Chines­e FM, Quresh­i offers field hospit­al, doctor­s to help tackle novel corona­virus outbre­ak

Coronavirus threat: Student shifted to hospital in Karachi after returning from China

Coronavirus threat: Student shifted to hospital in Karachi after returning from China.

Surge in virus infections stokes fear in cities flanking China's Wuhan

BEIJING (Reuters) - A jump in infections in two Chinese cities flanking Wuhan, the epicenter of a rapidly-spreading virus epidemic, is fuelling fear that new hot spots are emerging in a province where strict transport curbs have already brought most activity to a halt.

Pakistan halts flights to and from China amid virus outbreak

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday halted flights to and from China with immediate effect, a civil aviation official said, as the death toll from a virus outbreak spreading in China mounted and the World H

Nirbhaya convict Pawan Gupta files review petition in SC on his Juvenile plea

Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case convict Pawan Gupta has filed a review petition before the Supreme Court challenging the apex court's earlier order of dismissal of his Juvenile plea.   More to

Nirbhaya case: SC dismisses death row convict Pawan Gupta's plea seeking review of order rejecting juvenility

The Supreme Court Friday dismissed the plea filed by one of the four death row convicts in the Nirbhaya gang-rape and murder case, Pawan Gupta, seeking review of its order rejecting his juvenility claim.

Nirbhaya: Pawan Gupta’s review on juvenility plea rejected by Supreme Court

Gupta had earlier moved the court stating that he was a juvenile at the time the offence was committed.

Nirbhaya Gangrape Case: Supreme Court Dismisses Convict Pawan Gupta's Juvenile Review Plea

As per prison rules, a death row convict can only be hanged 14 days after the rejection of his mercy petition.

Delhi court postpones hanging of Nirbhaya rapists: Case chronology

On January 31, 2020, SC dismissed plea filed by Pawan seeking review of its order rejecting his juvenility claim. Delhi court postponed execution of their black warrants till further order.

We are with Europe, but not of it

The scale of Boris Johnson's task to heal Britain after Brexit is matched only by the size of his gargantuan ego.

The European Union’s Double Crisis of Legitimacy

It isn’t sufficiently democratic, and there’s no push to penalize authoritarian member states.

Boris Johnson Won Brexit; Now He Has to Own It

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Goodbye. Hello: New MEPs join parliament after Brexit

For many in the EU, Brexit is goodbye. But for the MEPs elected to replace the Britons leaving the European Parliament, it is a new beginning.

Week in Review: French diaspora braces for Brexit, Tunisia struggles with sex education and China battles coronavirus

French diaspora in London braces for Brexit; Tunisia struggles to implement a sex education curriculum years in the making; daily life in China changes during the coronavirus threat; and Paris voters…

Watch live: Senate to hold key vote on impeachment witnesses

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump could be acquitted Friday in his Senate impeachment trial, now that adding witnesses and new evidence to the proceeding appears unlikely.

Trump impeachment trial may end soon as Senate witness vote looms

Washington, DC - The United States Senate is gearing up for a climactic vote on Friday that could bring a swift end to the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.

Key Senate Republican comes out against impeachment witnesses, paving way for Trump acquittal

Good morning and welcome to Fox News First. Here's what you need to know as you start your Friday ...

Ted Cruz: Dems need Senate impeachment witnesses because they failed to prove their case

After key swing-vote Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., came out against additional witnesses ahead of the impeachment trial vote, Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, on Friday said that now the possibility of additional witnesses have “plummeted” and President Trump will be acquitted by Saturday.

Senate to vote on Trump trial witnesses with end in sight

Voting on the witness question is expected late on Friday after hours of debate.

Turkey's Erdogan criticizes Arab silence over U.S. Middle East plan

ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Friday criticized Saudi Arabia and other Gulf Arab nations for not speaking out against the U.S. Middle East plan which he said endorsed the Israeli annexation of Palestinian lands.

Turkey's Erdogan hits out at Arab 'treason' over Trump Mideast plan

Some Arab countr­ies that suppor­t such a plan commit treaso­n agains­t Jerusa­lem, says Turkis­h presid­ent

Why are Arab states 'divided' in the face of Trump's plan?

The divided reaction from Arab states to US President Donald Trump's so-called Middle East plan has come as no surprise, analysts say, noting that the main reason for support - whether strong or subtle - is to guarantee Washington's backing against a common regional enemy, Iran.

Erdoğan urges Muslim countries to raise voice against Trump's Mideast plan

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated his strong opposition to U.S. President Donald Trump's so-called 'Deal of the Century,' as he urged Muslim...

Palestinians face shrinking options with Trump peace plan

President Trump’s Middle East peace plan unveiled this week has put a spotlight on the shrinking options for the Palestinians, who now face a ticking clock on a new territorial reality unless there

Geraldine Finucane wins permission to challenge alleged failure to investigate husband Pat's killing

THE widow of murdered solicitor Pat Finucane has won High Court permission to challenge an alleged failure to act on a finding that his killing has never been effectively investigated.

Stakeknife inquiry could lead to 30 people facing charges, court hears

Developments disclosed during proceedings against Freddie Scappaticci , who denies spying

Man jailed for raping two teenage boys in 'republican safe house' in Louth still seeking extra time to appeal conviction

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Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties

Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.

Regulations around pensions for people injured during Troubles splits parties

Sinn Fein condemned the scheme, which excludes those injured in an incident that they were convicted of playing a part in, and unionists welcomed it.

2 transported after stabbing in Miami Beach

MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Paramedics have transported two men to the hospital after a stabbing in Miami Beach. Miami Beach Police responded to the...

Hamilton police identify man shot to death inside rooming house

Hamilton police have identified the city's first homicide victim of the year.

Teenager seriously injured after being stabbed in street in Salford

The 18 year-old was knifed in the street close to an MOT testing centre in Pendlebury police said

Woman using wheelchair killed in Mississauga hit-and-run, police say

A female using a wheelchair was struck and killed in Mississauga Friday morning by a vehicle that did not remain at the scene, Peel Regional Police confirm.

Durban man pulls knife from stomach before firing paintball gun at paramedics

Two ER24 paramedics were lucky to have escaped with no injuries when a patient opened fire at them and their vehicle in Glenwood, Durban, on Thursday afternoon.

Philadelphia father faked home invasion, charged in death of 4-year-old son

A Philadelphia dad who claimed a home invader killed his 4-year-old son was lying, and is now facing charges in connection with the tot’s death, according to reports. Edward Williams, 28, was

Authorities Arrest Man Who Allegedly Faked Death to Dodge Child Sexual Abuse Case

A nationwide manhunt is over. Jacob Blair Scott, a 43-year-old alleged sexual abuser, was arrested in Oklahoma around midnight on Wednesday, say authorities. Officials said it happened less than 24 hours after they announced they were adding him to their most wanted list, and initiated a media blitz.

Suspect charged with murder in death of 64-year-old man found in Manhattan apartment

Police took a suspect into custody in the murder of a 64-year-old man killed inside his Upper East Side apartment.

'Wife killer' Fotis Dulos pronounced dead two days after suicide attempt

Dulos, who pleaded not guilty to his wife's murder, was declared dead at Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx, New York.

Mom on Kauai fails to meet deadline to bring missing kids to Idaho | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BOISE, Idaho >> The mom of two children missing since September failed to meet a court-ordered deadline to bring the kids to authorities in Idaho today.

Turkana University College principal kicked out

Prof Thomas Akuja defied a directive to reinstate two sacked staff.

KITHINJI: UoN crisis rooted in decades of meddling

Successive governments have sought to control universities with varying degrees of success.

Sonko fires 2 in Cabinet reshuffle

Nairobi Governor also reinstates suspended 'super CEC' Charles Kerich.

Row escalates between private school, teachers

MADURAIA row between the teachers and the administration of the Indira Gandhi Memorial Matriculation Higher Secondary School at Tirunagar here escalated on Friday when the administration resumed class

SUBEB warns teachers against lowering education standard

Member representing Delta South Senatorial District in SUBEB, Mr. Paul Kurugbe has charged teachers in the state to shun unprofessional

Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies

A man charged with murdering his wife who went missing amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.

Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

HARTFORD, Conn. >> A man charged with murdering his missing wife amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.

'Wife killer' Fotis Dulos pronounced dead two days after suicide attempt

Dulos, who pleaded not guilty to his wife's murder, was declared dead at Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx, New York.

Fotis Dulos, charged with murdering his wife, dies after suicide attempt

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Authorities Arrest Man Who Allegedly Faked Death to Dodge Child Sexual Abuse Case

A nationwide manhunt is over. Jacob Blair Scott, a 43-year-old alleged sexual abuser, was arrested in Oklahoma around midnight on Wednesday, say authorities. Officials said it happened less than 24 hours after they announced they were adding him to their most wanted list, and initiated a media blitz.

Police: Naked man in tree charged in Union County homicide

One man is behind bars after police say they found a body at a home in Union County.

Dead pregnant woman shoved out of car in Brooklyn, boyfriend in custody

A pregnant woman whose body was pushed out of a car in Brooklyn is dead, and now, her boyfriend is in custody.

Suspect charged with murder in death of 64-year-old man found in Manhattan apartment

Police took a suspect into custody in the murder of a 64-year-old man killed inside his Upper East Side apartment.

Man who shot at Clay Twp. police in 2018 pleads guilty

CLAY TWP. — A man accused of shooting at Clay Twp. police in November 2018 and then leading officers on a chase and that ended in gunfire pleaded guilty Thursday.

Maryland officer denied bail in handcuffed man's fatal shooting

A Maryland police officer has been jailed without bail after being charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a handcuffed man in his patrol car.

State of emergency declared in ACT amid heatwave, rising fire danger

A state of emergency has been declared in the ACT as fears grow for the out-of-control Orraral Valley fire that is threatening Canberra.

Australia on standby for ongoing fire threat

Authorities in Canberra on Friday declared the first state of emergency in almost two decades as a bushfire bore down on the Australian capital. The chief...

'It may become uncontrollable': State of emergency in Canberra as bushfires close in

Authorities also warned of so-called ember attacks, where winds blow glowing ash ahead of the fire front.

Orroral Valley fire: Queensland firefighters in Canberra to return a favour or two

After NSW and ACT RFS volunteers helped fight major fires in Queensland last year, the favour is now being returned.

Emergency declared for bushfire-threatened Canberra

SYDNEY: Authorities in Canberra on Friday declared the first state of emergency in almost two decades as a bushfire bore down on the Australian capital.

Madan Lal, RP Singh, Sulakshana Naik Appointed BCCI Cricket Advisory Committee Members

Former India coach Madan Lal, former fast bowler RP Singh and India women cricketer Sulakshana Naik were named in the three-member CAC.

Madan Lal, Rudra Pratap Singh and Sulakshana Naik in BCCI's Cricket Advisory Committee

The trio has been appointed for one-year period.

BCCI appoints RP Singh, Madan Lal and Sulakshana Naik as new members of Cricket Advisory Committee

The BCCI has appointed the three-member committee for a term of one year.

BCCI appoints RP Singh, Madan Lal, Sulakshana Naik as CAC members

The CAC, which is also supposed to pick the head coaches for the national teams, was not in existence ever since Kapil Dev, Anshuman Gaekwad, and Shantha Rangaswamy stepped down last year.

Madan Lal, RP Singh, Sulakshana Naik named in BCCI's Cricket Advisory Committee

Cricket News: Former India cricketers Rudra Pratap Singh, Madan Lal and Sulkashana Naik were on Friday appointed members of the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) by

Drug dealer is jailed

A Suffolk man who was involved in the supply of class A drugs has been jailed for two years and eight months.

Bristol murderer Steven Jones has sentence extended after stabbing fellow inmate in revenge attack

It was over the sale of a bad pill

Teen brothers and pal who murdered Edinburgh OAP with hammer and screwdriver given life sentences as judge names killers

THREE teens who brutally murdered a vulnerable pensioner in his Edinburgh home in a frenzied attack have been named. Kierin McMillan or Elliot, who was 19 at the time of the offence, and his brothe…

Teen charged with Cameron Blair murder appears at children’s court

Mr Blair, whose funeral took place in Bandon last Sunday, was a second-year Chemical Engineering student at Cork Institute of Technology.

Driver was more than five times limit

The sheriff said she had “represented a significant danger to other road users”

Builder kicked 60-year-old friend to death in row over £30 debt

A builder attacked his friend on Hoe Street in Walthamstow, London after he refused to pay £20 of his £30 debt

Glynneath pensioner David Williams died from 'blunt force trauma to head and neck', court hears

Kyle Bowen, aged 28, appeared in court today charged with the murder of 73-year-old David Williams

Woman accused of stealing Nyyear Frank charged

The woman accused of stealing baby Nyyear Frank has been charged with child stealing and is to appear before the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court next Wednesday. Twenty-one-year-old Anniesha Ramsay was charged yesterday by the police following a...

Philadelphia father faked home invasion, charged in death of 4-year-old son

A Philadelphia dad who claimed a home invader killed his 4-year-old son was lying, and is now facing charges in connection with the tot’s death, according to reports. Edward Williams, 28, was

Mum told her son was dead by police - but then he answered the phone when she called

Anita McDonnell was devastated when police said her son had died. In disbelief, she rang his number- and her son picked up

Draft bill could penalize companies for using end-to-end encryption

Politicians would limit privacy in the name of protecting children.

Lindsey Graham's Sneak Attack On Section 230 And Encryption: A Backdoor To A Backdoor?

Both Republicans and Democrats have been talking about amending Section 230, the law that made today’s Internet possible. Most...

Parliament’s IT service accused of blocking land submissions

An advocacy group is fuming that Parliament’s server is blocking land submissions as “unacceptable content”.

Virginia Bill Wouldn’t Criminalize Criticism

Online headlines falsely claim that Virginia lawmakers want to make criticizing state officials a “criminal offense.” The bill doesn't create new offenses. It would merely allow cases of threats or harassment against some state officials to be prosecuted in Richmond.

Warren is right. Presidents have the power to bypass Congress on drug pricing

On the presidential primary campaign trail in Iowa, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) brought out a favorite talking point: ways the president can bring down drug prices without waiting for Congress.

Bilawal urges MQM-P to reconsider alliance with ‘failing’ PTI govt

PPP chairm­an says his party is ready to work with MQM-P to solve Karach­i’s issues despit­e ideolo­gical differ­ences

Bilawal again urges MQM-P to ‘rethink’ alliance with PTI

KARACHI: Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Friday yet urged Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) — an ally of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) government — t

Bilawal urges MQM-P to rethink alliance with PTI, work to solve Karachi's problems

Says PPP, MQM-P should work together to solve Karachi's problems despite "ideological issues" between the two parties.

Budget Session: President Kovind hails Citizenship Amendment Act, but remains silent on NRC

Some Opposition members shouted ‘shame shame’ and displayed banners as soon as the president made the remarks in Parliament.

UN resolutions on Kashmir termed key to finding solution

Kashmi­r commit­tee chairm­an says India’s negati­ve measur­es in IOK would have a global impact­

Osun govt. to restrict cattle grazing to farm settlements

Osun Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, has assured farmers that the state government will restrict open grazing

Legalise Amotekun now, Ooni, Adams urge southwest House of Assemblies

Ooni of Ife and Aare onakakanfo of Yorubaland have called on Houses of Assembly in the South-West to ensure immediate legislation of Amotekun

Nigeria under serious security threat now than ever – Archbishop

The Archbishop of Enugu Ecclesiastical Province, Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma, has raised alarm over

Uganda to host  World Wildlife Day in Kisoro

Uganda will join the rest of the world to celebrate United Nations’ World Wildlife Day on 3rd March 2020 at Ssaza Grounds in Kisoro Municipality, Kisoro District in the Kigezi region. It will be highlighted by the recognition awards for people who have contributed significantly to wildlife conservation in Uganda. On 20th December 2013, the 68th session of the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 3rd March of every year as World Wildlife Day to celebrate the many beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora and to raise awareness of the several benefits that conservation provides to humanity. Major events set before and during the world wildlife day will include the annual wildlife marathon starting at Uganda Museum. The marathon will have 5km, 10km, 21km and 42km categories all ending at the Museum. The Chief Guest at the marathon is expected to be Rt. Hon. Jacob Oulanyah, the Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of the Republic of Uganda.

Illegal tree cutting offenders punished

news, story, article

CBI court accepts plea for Jagan’s dispensation of presence

Matter posted to February 7 for next hearing

HC castigates BBMP Commissioner Anil Kumar for continuously defying its orders

Gives him three options to seek leniency from court, else face action for contempt of court

SC agrees to scrutinise Centre's plea on victim-centric guidelines in death penalty cases

The Supreme Court on Friday has agreed to scrutinize the Centre's plea for laying down victim and society-centric guidelines in heinous offence cases where death penalty has been awarded. Reportedly, on January 22, the Centre had moved an application contending that the prevalent guidelines framed by the apex court.

SC agrees to hear Centre's plea for 'victim-centric' death penalty norms

The guidelines were laid down in Shatrughan Chauhan versus Union of India case in 2014

Nirbhaya's mother slams convicts for mocking the law, hopes for timely execution

Asha Devi said the convicts have made a mockery of law and the court should dismiss their plea seeking a stay on their execution on Feb.1

Pregnant Louisiana woman killed in possible road rage crash, police say

Kenner Police say a pregnant woman is dead following a crash involving two vehicles on West Esplanade Ave. near David Dr.

Monroe woman killed in crash on U.S. Highway 165

Police say a Monroe woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. Hwy 165, near LA Hwy 2.

Crash in West Monroe claims life of Monroe man

State police are investigating a crash that has claimed the life of a Monroe man.

Police identify victim of fatal hit-and-run crash in Hialeah

HIALEAH, FLA. (WSVN) - Police have released additional information surrounding a fatal hit-and-run crash in Hialeah. Hialeah Fire Rescue and Police responded to the scene...

Man dies after woman trying to help him accidentally runs over him, police say

A man died Thursday after a woman who was trying to help him with a medical issue forgot to put her vehicle in park, and it ran over him, police said.

How I won Akwa Ibom rerun -- Senator

The newly-elected senator representing Akwa Ibom North-West, Chris Ekpenyong, has spoken of the intrigues involved in last Saturday's senatorial rerun in Akwa Ibom.

Abaribe, Secondus lead protest to US embassy over sack of Ihedioha

Enyinnaya Abaribe, senate minority leader, and Uche Secondus, national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), have led a protest to the US embassy and the UK high commission in

2023 presidency: PDP mulls merger, perfects other strategies to unseat APC

The PDP said it has started strategising ahead of the 2023 general elections to unseat the APC. Uche Secondus, the party's national chairman, said the party is ready for a merger to strengthen it to defeat the APC.

We will hold Obaseki, IGP responsible if Oshiomhole is killed - Edo lawmakers-elect

The 14 lawmakers-elect who are loyal to Adams Oshiomhole have accused the state governor, Godwin Obaseki, of recruiting a killer squad whose mission is to kill the APC national chairman.

PDP to Presidency: Don’t politicise Nigerians’ security concerns

PDP has advised the Presidency not to politicise or trivialise demands by Nigerians for the resignation of its government.

Delhi court delays Nirbhaya convicts execution scheduled on Feb 1 till further notice

A day before the re-scheduled date of hanging, a Delhi court on Friday deferred the execution of four convicts in the 2012 gang rape and murder case of Nirbhaya, till further orders. It noted that

Nirbhaya rape case: Delhi court postpones hanging of death row convicts

Mukesh Kumar Singh (32), Pawan Gupta (25), Vinay Kumar Sharma (26) and Akshay Kumar (31) were scheduled to be hanged on February 1 at 6 am

Nirbhaya case: Delhi court postpones execution of death warrants of all convicts till further order

The hangman arrived yesterday at Tihar jail in Delhi, where the convicts Pawan, Mukesh Singh, Akshay Singh and Vinay Sharma are to be hanged together

Nirbhaya case: Delhi court defers execution of convicts until further orders

All the convicts were to be hanged on February 1.

No hanging tomorrow: Delhi court stays execution of Nirbhaya case convicts

Delhi's Patiala court on Friday approved the plea filed by death row convicts in the Nirbhaya case convicts, seeking stay on their execution on February 1.

Senate to vote on Trump trial witnesses with end in sight

Voting on the witness question is expected late on Friday after hours of debate.

Trump impeachment trial may end soon as Senate witness vote looms

Washington, DC - The United States Senate is gearing up for a climactic vote on Friday that could bring a swift end to the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.

Senate moves to impeachment endgame

The Senate is moving into the final phase of President Trump’s impeachment trial, but senators expect a drawn-out floor fight before final votes on two articles of impeachment either late Friday or

Ted Cruz: Dems need Senate impeachment witnesses because they failed to prove their case

After key swing-vote Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., came out against additional witnesses ahead of the impeachment trial vote, Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, on Friday said that now the possibility of additional witnesses have “plummeted” and President Trump will be acquitted by Saturday.

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment

Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.

UN Security Council urges immediate end to fighting in Yemen

The UN Security Councilis calling for an immediate end to a "significant" escalation in fighting in Yemen between Houthi Shiite rebels and the Saudi-led military coalition supporting the government.

UN accuses warring sides in Libya of fueling conflicts after Haftar's attack

U.N.’s Libyan special representative Ghassan Salame on Thursday accused foreign actors of not abiding by the cease-fire agreements reached at the...

Sudan accused of failing men who say they were duped into working in Libya

Families protest amid claims men who went to work in UAE were given military training and then sent to Libya to guard oil fields

UN Urges Int'l Community to Rebuild Sudan Economy

A top UN official has warned that the international community would "pay a terrible price" if it fails to help rebuild Sudan's dilapidated economy as the African country transitions to civilian rule. "The story of Sudan in year 2020 is not the story

UN agency fears ‘escalation in clashes’ after Trump plan

GENEVA, Jan 31 — Palestinians are in a “state of shock” over a US Middle East peace plan, the head of the UN’s agency for Palestinian refugees said today, voicing fears of a surge in violence. “We certainly have serious concerns that it will result in an escalation in clashes and in...

The good and bad - Canvassing with Fine Gael ahead of Ireland's General Election 2020

It is six o’clock on a frosty Wednesday evening and a group of people clad in luminous pink has gathered outside a Dublin supermarket. They have been doing so every night for the past two weeks. The reason for this somewhat unusual gathering is to mobilize support for Kate O’Connell, a local politician running in the upcoming Irish General Election. 

Can Sinn Féin’s young voters finally pull Ireland to the left?

In next week’s general election, progressives may be more comfortable backing a party once synonymous with the IRA, says Irish journalist and screenwriter Roisin Agnew

Border poll an 'absolute necessity' for Sinn Féin to enter government - Talk of the Town

Sinn Féin president Mary Lou McDonald has said that a border poll will be an “absolute necessity” as a pre-condition before the party enters government. Speaking on a visit to the Louth/Armagh border today, Deputy McDonald made clear that she would only be part of an Irish government that is committed to pushing for a...Read More→

‘Socialism has never been successful’: Trump rallies crowd in Iowa, where Bernie is on the rise

A direct negative campaign ad targeting the senator and spectre of socialism revealed what could become an electoral weapon

The Story of a Baltimore Panhandler Murdering a Woman Made National News. The Truth Didn't

Baltimore's most powerful institutions put a bizarre story to use for their purposes, shedding light on who counts in the city, and why.

Record 31.19 million foreign nationals entered Japan in 2019

The number of foreign nationals who entered Japan in 2019 came to 31.19 million, logging a record high for the seventh consecutive year, the Immigration Se

Chinese visitors to Vietnam hit record high in Jan - VnExpress International

January saw tourists from China to Vietnam post record high growth though new coronavirus fears prompted the country to clamp down on Chinese arrivals 10 days prior.

Virus poses stark challenges to Abe's tourism goals as Tokyo Olympics loom

The coronavirus outbreak is posing myriad challenges for the Japanese economy, including a key Abe administration policy initiative — the promotion of inbo

Holiday spots in southern Thailand face hard times after coronavirus outbreak

PHANG NGA (Thailand), Jan 31 — Thai tourist boat company “Love Andaman” is facing a bleak February after China banned all outbound group tours this week to try to contain the coronavirus outbreak. China is Thailand’s biggest source of foreign tourists, accounting for 28 per cent of the 39.8...

Japan to ban foreigners who've been to China's Hubei in last 2 weeks: government

TOKYO (Reuters) - Foreigners who have been to China’s Hubei province in the last two weeks will be refused entry to Japan for the time being, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe told a meeting of a governmental taskforce on the new coronavirus on Friday.

Key Senate Republican comes out against impeachment witnesses, paving way for Trump acquittal

Good morning and welcome to Fox News First. Here's what you need to know as you start your Friday ...

Senate GOP Sparks Outrage, Declares It Conducted a ‘Fair’ Trump Trial

Senate Republicans took to the ether for a victory lap and some backslapping late Friday morning—immediately prompting a surfeit of pique by describing the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump as “fair.”

Trump impeachment trial may end soon as Senate witness vote looms

Washington, DC - The United States Senate is gearing up for a climactic vote on Friday that could bring a swift end to the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Bernstein ripped on Senate Republicans for refusing to hear potentially damaging new evidence in Trump's impeachment trial.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

'A really shameful episode in our history': Legendary Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein accused the GOP of a cover-up over Trump's impeachment

Carl Bernstein, one of the two investigative reporters who exposed the 1970s Watergate scandal, has accused Senate Republicans of abetting a cover-up as the prospects of calling new witnesses in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continue to fade.

7 things you need to know about SA's new deputy public protector, Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka

The Office of the Public Protector has a new deputy following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement on Friday that he ...

Ramaphosa appoints Kholeka Gcaleka as new Deputy Public Protector

President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially appointed advocate Kholeka Gcaleka as the new Deputy Public Protector.

Bongo case postponed but Mahumapelo drops bombshell statement

Mahumapelo says there are those who mobilise people to make sure that some people are arrested, in order to resolve political challenges that are within the movement. 

Joburg DA councillor Still ‘denies categorically’ he voted with ANC

According to the DA's caucus leader, Funzela Ngobeni, Still had revealed his allegiance when a Johannesburg caucus meeting collapsed on Thursday.

LIVE: Nyoro swearing-in

The ceremony was presided over by High Court Judge John Onyiego

Chinese airlines to do ferry flights to KK to bring citizens home

KOTA KINABALU: Flights that are still coming from China to Sabah despite the state government’s announcement of temporary cancellation with immediate effect yesterday are meant to fetch home citizens of People's Republic of China (PRC).

KK airport rep: 117 flights from China affected by Sabah govt’s temporary suspension over coronavirus outbreak

KOTA KINABALU, Jan 31 — A total of 117 weekly flights from 15 cities in China, as well as Taiwan and Hong Kong, have been affected following the Sabah government’s decision to temporary suspend all scheduled and charter flights from China to the state, effective yesterday. The 117 flights do...

Coronavirus: Countries evacuate citizens from China

HONG KONG, Jan 31 — Thousands of foreigners were among millions of people confined in the central Chinese city of Wuhan when Beijing announced plans to stem the spread of a SARS-like virus that has now claimed 213 lives nationwide. Today, China’s National Health Commission said nearly 10,000...

Plane leaves China virus epicenter with 110 Britons and foreigners aboard

BEIJING (Reuters) - A plane carrying 83 British and 27 foreign nationals flew out on Friday from China’s central city of Wuhan, the center of a virus epidemic that has killed more than 200 people and infected more than 9,000, the British government said.

UK evacuation plane leaves Wuhan with 110 people on boar

The civilian aircraft left Wuhan in central China at around 9:45 am local time carrying 83 Britons and 27 foreign citizens.

‘Socialism has never been successful’: Trump rallies crowd in Iowa, where Bernie is on the rise

A direct negative campaign ad targeting the senator and spectre of socialism revealed what could become an electoral weapon

Team Bernie Isn’t Fazed by the Bros

Staffers and supporters aren’t viewing the recent glut of negative coverage as a threat to their campaign.

Two moderates, Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg, diverge on strategy to win

Democratic presidential candidates Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg have the same goal: emerging from the Iowa caucuses as the moderate alternative to progressive rival Bernie Sanders. But they're deploying increasingly divergent strategies to get there.

Bernie's back and Democrats are scared

Trump built his presidency through a hostile takeover of the Republican Party. Can Bernie Sanders do the same thing to Democrats? Iowans are about to find out.

Trump claims Democrats 'want to kill our cows, that means you're next,' in a bizarre attack in Iowa on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Green New Deal

President Donald Trump has launched a bizarre attack on the Green New Deal championed by progressive Democrats like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders, telling a rally in Iowa on Thursday night that “they want to kill our cows” and, eventually, American farmers.

Woman seeks to strike out suit over Nora Anne Quoirin’s death

SEREMBAN, Jan 31 — A woman has applied to strike out a suit against her filed by the family of Nora Anne Quoirin over the death of the Irish teenager while on holiday with her family at a resort here last year. In her defence, Helen Marion Todd, 77, denied that she is the proprietor of the...

Fotis Dulos Is Dead, But His Attorney Is Trying to Pull Off Something ‘Unprecedented’

Although posthumous trials have precedent globally and historically, that is not case in the state of Connecticut (or really anywhere in the U.S.), where attorney Norm Pattis is attempting to clear the name of his deceased client Fotis Dulos.

Fotis Dulos, charged with murdering his wife, dies after suicide attempt

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Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies

A man charged with murdering his wife who went missing amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.

Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

HARTFORD, Conn. >> A man charged with murdering his missing wife amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.

Businessman linked to Sarkozy aide charged in Libya funding probe

A businessman at the heart of an inquiry into alleged Libyan financing of French ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy's 2007 election campaign was charged Friday with bribery, judicial sources said.

Burundi: Four journalists jailed for ‘undermining state security’

A court in Burundi has sentenced four journalists to two and a half years in prison for attempting to undermine state security. The journalists were arrested in October in the western province of Bubanza Province while covering an incursion of Read More

Yasonna ready to step down if immigration boss found not guilty of covering up fugitive's whereabouts

“If he [Ronny] is not guilty, I will step down from my position as a minister because I am sure that [Ronny] is guilty,” Yasonna said on Thursday.

Chinese human trafficking accused owe us millions – labour department

The matter was postponed to 12 February for the continuation of the bail application.

Stakeknife inquiry could lead to 30 people facing charges, court hears

Developments disclosed during proceedings against Freddie Scappaticci , who denies spying

Erdogan hits out at some Arab countries' 'treason' over Trump plan

Says Turkey may launch a military operation in Idlib if the situation in the region is not resolved immediately.

Erdogan hits out at Arab ‘treason’ over Donald Trump plan

He questioned their silence on the issue

Erdoğan urges Muslim countries to raise voice against Trump's Mideast plan

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated his strong opposition to U.S. President Donald Trump's so-called 'Deal of the Century,' as he urged Muslim...

France, Turkey lock horns in Mediterranean standoff

Macron has expressed exasperation with Erdogan on a string of issues, such as allegedly illicit energy exploration off Cyprus, the launch of a military operation in Syria without international consent, and contributing to what he termed the "brain death" of NATO.

US House Passes Multiple Measures to Curb Military Action by Trump on Iran

“We need to reassert our congressional authority,” said Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.). “The repeal of it is long overdue.”

PM Modi Seeks 'Honest' Feedback on Ground Situation From 37 Ministers Who Visited Jammu & Kashmir

So far, a total of 14 ministers have submitted their assessment on the welfare schemes in a proforma that will be compiled together in a comprehensive report for the government to take action on the basis of the feedback, a home ministry official said.

President Kovind sidesteps NRC reference in Parliament speech, sticks to CAA

Seven months after highlighting NRC in his address to a joint-sitting of Parliament, President Kovind’s address today had no mention of what the government said was to be done on a ‘priority basis’.

Kalyana Karnataka should not hope for much from Union Budget: Kharge

Former Minister Priyank Kharge on Friday said the Union Budget holds little hope for Kalyana Karnataka.Speaking to presspersons, he said that since 2014, the BJP-led Union government has neither given

President Kovind talks about NE; says Modi Govt transformed emotional disconnect with NE

President Ram Nath Kovind while addressing a joint session of Parliament on January 31said that apart from the geographical distance of the Northeast

Delhi Police Commissioner gets a month’s extension; Chidambaram terms it ‘incomprehensible’

Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik was set to retire on Friday after a three-year tenure. He was appointed as the Delhi Police Commissioner in January 2017.

Wealthy are to be offered huge tax breaks by Uruguay’s new president to lure them to the country’s coastal resorts and help boost the economy as other South American countries crumble

Luis Lacalle Pou says he wants to offer residency to up to 200,000 by slashing the minimum amount of property foreigners need to buy to qualify.

Boris Johnson Won Brexit; Now He Has to Own It

(Bloomberg) -- Want to receive this post in your inbox every day? Sign up for the Balance of Power newsletter, and follow Bloomberg Politics on Twitter and Facebook for more.At 11 p.m., Britain’s bad-tempered 47-year marriage to the European Union will formally end.The man who helped engineer the divorce

Hollow the leader with a mountain to climb: PM's challenge is beyond urgent

You only get one chance to make a first impression. The Prime Minister, for much of Australia, blew his.

Egypt's population nears 100 million, putting pressure on resources and jobs

Sitting in her sister's apartment on a noisy Cairo street, Rania Sayed one day hopes to leave a city that is becoming more congested as Egypt's population ticks up to 100 million, a milestone it will pass next month. Like many others, she wants to move to one of the new satellite settlements

UN warns world may pay ‘terrible price’ if it fails Sudan

Khartoum, Sudan | AFP |  A top UN official has warned that the international community would “pay a terrible price” if it fails to help rebuild Sudan’s dilapidated economy as the African country transitions to civilian rule. “The story of Sudan in year 2020 is not the story of the previous government,” United Nations Development Programme …

New green dawn: Advocates hope ACT's cannabis laws pave way for open market

Advocates have welcomed Canberra's contentious new cannabis regime, hoping it sparks a broader public discussion about drug law reform and paves the way for a...

Let's Be Blunt: ACT's New Cannabis Law Isn't About Legalisation

The ACT's new cannabis cultivation and possession laws has now come into effect, making it the first Australian state or territory to give weed the thumbs up. But before you start planning a weekend road trip to get baked at Questacon, we have some news for you. Lighting up in Canberra isn't going to be easy....

Canberrans can now grow and smoke cannabis, though some questions remain unanswered

Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of. Friday marks Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of.

Be flexible: Islamic party lawmaker wants Indonesia to export cannabis

Indonesia, which has one of the strictest drug laws in the world,  bans the use and possession of marijuana. 

Warren is right. Presidents have the power to bypass Congress on drug pricing

On the presidential primary campaign trail in Iowa, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) brought out a favorite talking point: ways the president can bring down drug prices without waiting for Congress.

Kushner Hopes Israel Would Wait for Polls before Any Step in West Bank

The US president's adviser and son-in-law, Jared Kushner, hoped on Thursday that the Israeli government would wait until after the country’s March 2 elections to move forward with implementing new policies on settlements. “The hope is that they’ll wa

Palestinians face shrinking options with Trump peace plan

President Trump’s Middle East peace plan unveiled this week has put a spotlight on the shrinking options for the Palestinians, who now face a ticking clock on a new territorial reality unless there

Knesset meeting canceled - will there be sovereignty in Judea and Samaria next week?

PM Netanyahu continuing efforts to secure US approval for sovereignty in Judea, Samaria, before elections, reports say.

Donald Trump has made Israel great

Pres. Trump's peace is a wonderful dream which is realistic and solves every issue. Opinion.

PMO: ‘Deal of the Century’ unacceptable and unfair to Palestine

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Malaysia today said the ‘Deal of the Century’ — a proposed peace plan for Israel and Palestine announced by US President Donald Trump on January 28 — is unfair and one-sided. In a statement today, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said Palestinians have every...

Pakistan suspends direct flights to and from China over virus fears

According to sources, direct flights to and from China will remain suspended till February 2.

WHO declares virus global emergency

BEIJING — The United States told its citizens not to travel to China in the first major response to the World Health Organization’s declaration of a global emergency over the spreading coronavirus, as Chinese authorities Friday increased the toll to 213 dead and nearly 10,000 infections.

WHO declares global virus emergency as death toll hits 213

The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death toll had climbed to 213 with nearly 10,000 infections.

WHO declares global health emergency as coronavirus death toll climbs to 213

Many nations have already urged their citizens not to visit China, while some have banned entry for travellers from Wuhan

WHO declares global virus emergency as death toll hits 213

The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death toll had climbed to 213 with nearly 10,000 infections.

Barberton sisters face murder charges after their mother’s brutal murder

The two sisters, who are believed to be complicit in their mother's murder, were charged and will appear in the Barberton Magistrate Court on February 5

Limpopo woman arrested for allegedly hiring hitmen to kill estranged husband

The woman and her husband were in the process of divorcing and were not staying in the same house, but it is alleged she ...

NRG Presenter Mwalimu Rachel Charged With Robbery With Violence

NRG presenter and talent manager Rachel Muthoni Njeru but popularly known as Mwalimu Rachel has been charged with robbery with violence contrary to section 299 (2) of the Penal Code.Section 296 (2

'Murderous' daughter tried to poison mom three days earlier, for R80K policy payout - police

Mpumalanga police say the woman accused of holding down her mother as her boyfriend and another man raped then killed her ...

Sisters tried to poison mom days before allegedly killing her for life insurance money - report

Two sisters from Mpumalanga allegedly attempted to poison their 62-year-old mother a few days before she was killed and raped, reportedly to collect an R80 000 life insurance payout.

Сannibal ‘shot girlfriend dead then dismembered her 10-year-old daughter and ate her liver’

A MONSTER step-dad shot his girlfriend, execution-style before strangling her ten-year-old daughter and devouring the child’s liver.

Сannibal ‘shot girlfriend dead then dismembered her 10-year-old daughter and ate her liver’

A MONSTER step-dad shot his girlfriend, execution-style before strangling her ten-year-old daughter and devouring the child’s liver. Sergiy Lubenko, 40, is standing trial in Ukraine after cop…

Murder charges are dropped against three Russian sisters who killed their 'rapist' father while he slept

Krestina, Angelina and Maria Khachaturyan - aged 19, 18 and 17 when they killed Mikhail Khachaturyan, 57 - claimed they suffered years of 'torture and sexual abuse'.

'Murderous' daughter tried to poison mom three days earlier, for R80K policy payout - police

Mpumalanga police say the woman accused of holding down her mother as her boyfriend and another man raped then killed her ...

Grandparents are jailed for incinerating their 11-month-old grandson in a wood-burning stove when he annoyed them while they were babysitting in Russia

The couple were babysitting their 11-month-old grandson when he was murdered by incineration. The tragedy that took place in Khakassia region in Russia saw both grandparents jailed.

Suspect charged in attack on transgender woman in West Harlem

Authorities have formally charged the suspect who was arrested connection with a disturbing attack on a transgender woman in West Harlem.

Suspect charged in subway attack on transgender woman in Harlem

Authorities have formally charged the suspect who was arrested connection with a disturbing attack on a transgender woman in Harlem.

Man charged with hate crimes for allegedly spitting on transgender journalist

Cops busted a 26-year-old man on hate crime charges for allegedly spitting on a transgender journalist, police said Friday.

Maryland officer denied bail in handcuffed man's fatal shooting

A Maryland police officer has been jailed without bail after being charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a handcuffed man in his patrol car.

Suspect charged with murder in death of 64-year-old man found in Manhattan apartment

Police took a suspect into custody in the murder of a 64-year-old man killed inside his Upper East Side apartment.

Сannibal ‘shot girlfriend dead then dismembered her 10-year-old daughter and ate her liver’

A MONSTER step-dad shot his girlfriend, execution-style before strangling her ten-year-old daughter and devouring the child’s liver.

Сannibal ‘shot girlfriend dead then dismembered her 10-year-old daughter and ate her liver’

A MONSTER step-dad shot his girlfriend, execution-style before strangling her ten-year-old daughter and devouring the child’s liver. Sergiy Lubenko, 40, is standing trial in Ukraine after cop…

Murder charges are dropped against three Russian sisters who killed their 'rapist' father while he slept

Krestina, Angelina and Maria Khachaturyan - aged 19, 18 and 17 when they killed Mikhail Khachaturyan, 57 - claimed they suffered years of 'torture and sexual abuse'.

'Murderous' daughter tried to poison mom three days earlier, for R80K policy payout - police

Mpumalanga police say the woman accused of holding down her mother as her boyfriend and another man raped then killed her ...

Grandparents are jailed for incinerating their 11-month-old grandson in a wood-burning stove when he annoyed them while they were babysitting in Russia

The couple were babysitting their 11-month-old grandson when he was murdered by incineration. The tragedy that took place in Khakassia region in Russia saw both grandparents jailed.

How the Air Force Deters (And Could Fight) North Korea

An important role.

Why You Should Be Afraid of Russia’s New Heavy Flamethrower Battalions

Heavy flamethrower battalions are coming to the Russian army. The goal is to use incendiary weapons – devastating physically and psychologically – to clear enemy troops from cities, bunkers and

The Explosion Of The Japanese Battleship Yamato Was Epic

It went off "like a tactical nuclear weapon."

Why You Should Be Afraid of Russia’s New Heavy Flamethrower Battalions

Heavy flamethrower battalions are coming to the Russian army. The goal is to use incendiary weapons – devastating physically and psychologically – to clear enemy troops from cities, bunkers and tunnels.

The Navy's New Mini-Nuclear Warheads Are A Really Bad Idea

In other words, a new tactical nuclear weapon is supposed to convince Russia that the U.S. could respond in kind to Moscow’s use of tactical nukes. Delivering the warhead by sub-launched ICBM means

Children held hostage after party invite, captor killed by Indian police

The hostage-taker kept the children in the basement and was drunk when he was shot by police.

Indian police rescue 23 children, kill alleged captor

Authorities rescued 23 children and killed the man who allegedly held them hostage for nearly 11 hours after inviting them to his home for his daughter's birthday party in northern India, police said Friday.

Man killed as Indian police rescue 23 children held hostage at ‘birthday party’

Police said Subhash Batham was a suspect in a murder case who was out on bail.

Indian police rescue 23 children, kill alleged captor

LUCKNOW, India (AP) — Authorities rescued 23 children and killed the man who allegedly held them hostage for nearly 11 hours after inviting them to his home for his daughter’s birthday party in northern India, police said Friday.Officer Mohit Agarwal said two police officers were injured after the man, identified as Subhash Batham, fired at them on Thursday night as they tried to enter his home in Kasaria village in Uttar Pradesh state.The exchange of gunfire occurred after efforts to negotiate Batham's surrender over the phone had failed, police said.Agarwal said Batham was a suspect in a murder case who was out on bail.The incident occurred in Farrukhabad, a small town 300 kilometers (200 miles) southwes

Indian villagers beat wife of hostage-taker to death

A man who held about two dozen children hostage at his daughter's fake birthday party was shot dead by police in northern Uttar Pradesh state before villagers beat his wife to death as she tried to escape, authorities said on Friday.

Negros Oriental to put travelers from China in 14-day quarantine amid coronavirus threat

Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo's order comes after the health department revealed that the Philippines' first confirmed case of the novel coronavirus has a travel history to Dumaguete City

Filipinos in nCoV-hit areas in China are safer if they stay there – Sotto

Senate President Vicente Sotto III on Friday raised his concern over the government's plan to repatriate Filipinos from China amid the outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).

BI deports 3 undesirable aliens from US, China

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is deporting three fugitives from the United States and China in the wake of their recent arrest.

PNP tasks units to assist DOH amid nCoV scare, monitor PH entry points

After the first confirmed case of 2019 novel corona virus (nCoV) in the Philippines, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has been placed on

Pimentel: Temporary travel ban on trips from China ‘reasonable’ amid nCoV threat

Senator Aquilino

Lima Charlie: What Is The Future Of HMS Forth In The Falkland Islands?

The arrival of HMS Forth in the Falklands represents a significant increase in capability for the British forces locally

The Explosion Of The Japanese Battleship Yamato Was Epic

It went off "like a tactical nuclear weapon."

Why Is Russia Bringing the S-400 Air Defense System to Its Bases in the Arctic?

And a bunch of other weapons.

Why Did the Coast Guard Sail Right by Taiwan and China in 2019?

A good idea?

How the Air Force Deters (And Could Fight) North Korea

An important role.

Canadian YouTuber admits he FAKED his girlfriend's death as a 'prank' after holding a memorial service for her - as he claims he only did it to 'help her become famous' online

Toronto-based Jason Ethier, who is known as ImJayStation on YouTube, said girlfriend Alexia Marano was killed by a drunk driver. He has since admitted it was a hoax.

Scots creep sent sick images to ‘14-year-old girl’ and asked 'are you part of those paedophile hunters?'

Creep Peter McCorkindale, 50, sent sick images of himself to an online “decoy” he thought was an innocent 14-year-old old girl.

Creep who lusted after ‘14-year-old girl’ asked vigilante decoy: "Are you part of those paedophile hunters?" When he was told ‘no’ he sent the adult man sickening sex vids

Paisley pervert was snared by an online paedophile hunter

Ted Bundy's First Known Survivor Speaks Out for the First Time in Amazon Doc: 'It Was Horrible'

'Ted Bundy: Falling for a Killer' features women in his life or affected by his crimes opening up on camera for the first time.

Video claims to show woman swiping $20 from 84-year-old inside Bronx store

A heartless crook swiped a $20 bill from an 84-year-old woman inside of a Bronx bodega last Friday, police said.

Uproarious scenes at council meet

A council meeting at the Cherupulassery municipality witnessed uproarious scenes and a walkout by the Opposition following unsavoury remarks by a ruling Congress member about P.K. Sasi, MLA, on Friday

Day 1 of Parliament’s Budget Session sees protests against CAA-NRC-NPR

President’s address to Parliament has become a platform to legitimise government’s blunders, says Congress’ Ahmed Patel

UDF firm on its stand on Governor, says Chennithala

Leader of the Opposition Ramesh Chennithala has said that the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is firm on its demand for recalling Governor Arif Mohammed Khan. He was inaugurating a public m

Congress plans for PACS polls

Ex-officio members may play a role in cooperative elections

M.P. BJP goes for damage control as 700 minority members quit

Party to hold workshops across State to hear out minority cell workers

Esther Passaris causes an uproar after referring to God as ‘Her’

You are worse than churches!

Why Followers Left “Pastor” Murkomen’s Church

The current senator of Elgeyo Marakwet county lost followers at a church he served as a pastor due to...

Nigerians react to claims Bishop Oyedepo was denied US visa

Bishop Oyedepo reportedly created a scene at the US Embassy after he was denied visa. The pastor reportedly tried to make calls but was told that calls are not allowed in the vicinity.

Church says sorry for saying sex was only for straight married couples

The archbishops of Canterbury and York have apologised for causing ‘division’ and ‘hurt’.

Woman Rep Narrates Awkward Encounter With Waititu in Office Toilet

"I went to his office to talk to him about the alcohol menace in Kiambu county, however, he dragged to a toilet and...

Kejriwal slams Pak Minister for mocking Modi; says Pak “biggest sponsors of terrorism”

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal slammed Pakistani Minister, Chaudhary Fawad Hussain for making objectionable comments on Prime Minister Modi.

Staunch Critic of Indian PM Tears Into Pakistani Minister Who Urged People to 'Defeat Modi Madness'

New Delhi (Sputnik): Pakistan’s Science and Technology Minister Fahad Ahmed Chaudhry’s comment comes against the backdrop of the forthcoming Delhi legislative assembly elections, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s AAP will compete to form a city government.

'Narendra Modi is my PM as Well, You Cannot Break India's Unity', Kejriwal to Pak Minister

"We gave zero tolerance for interference by the biggest sponsor of terrorism. No matter how hard Pakistan tries, it cannot harm India's unity", said Delhi CM

Delhi polls internal matter of India, will not tolerate Pakistan’s interference: Arvind Kejriwal

The chief minister was responding to a tweet by Pakistan's Minister of Science and Technology, Fawad Hussain, in which he had said that people of India must defeat Modi madness. Kejriwal hit out at Hussain saying no matter how hard Pakistan tries, it cannot attack the unity of this country.

Delhi elections: Meet the ‘aam’ election debutants taking on ‘khaas’ Arvind Kejriwal

On the challenge against being pitted against a high-profile politician, both Sunil Yadav and Romesh Sabharwal claimed that the AAP convenor Kejriwal was never seen in his constituency these five years and does not have any idea of the issues plaguing New Delhi seat.

15-year sentence for cop who killed TUT student Katlego Monareng

A police officer who shot and killed Tshwane University of Technology student Katlego Monareng during a protest in 2018 has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.

Man who shot at Clay Twp. police in 2018 pleads guilty

CLAY TWP. — A man accused of shooting at Clay Twp. police in November 2018 and then leading officers on a chase and that ended in gunfire pleaded guilty Thursday.

Pretoria man sentenced to life for raping then-10-year-old stepdaughter

The man, who cannot be named to protect the identity of his victim, looked after the victim during the week.

Maryland officer denied bail in handcuffed man's fatal shooting

A Maryland police officer has been jailed without bail after being charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a handcuffed man in his patrol car.

Ballarat police prosecutor appeals prison sentence for family violence offences

A former Ballarat police officer has won an appeal for family violence offences in 2018.

Taliban’s Continued Attacks Show Limits of U.S. Strategy in Afghanistan

The number of attacks, detailed in a quarterly inspector general report, highlights once more the disparity between talking points and the reality on the ground.

Afghanistan violence soars amid US-Taliban talks: Watchdog

Violent attacks in Afghanistan jumped to record levels in the last quarter of 2019 compared with previous years, a US government watchdog has said, underscoring the 18-year-long conflict's continued toll on the country.

Top commander sees increased Iran threat in Afghanistan

KABUL, Afghanistan — There has been an increase in Iranian activity in Afghanistan that poses a risk to American and coalition troops there, a senior U..S. commander said, as the threat from Tehran continues to churn across the Middle East.

Pentagon raises total of US soldiers injured from Iran attack to 64

The Pentagon has yet again raised the figure of soldiers wounded in Iran’s retaliatory missile attack in Iraq earlier this month to 64, saying they have suffered “traumatic brain injuries”. RELATED: Several unknown rockets hit Iraqi base that houses US forces Pentagon chief Mark Esper and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark Milley said Thursday the military took these types of injuries “very seriously” after criticism that the authorities sought to whitewash them. “The number is growing,” Milley added, explaining that it takes time to diagnose and screen soldiers present in the area at the time of the attack. The New York Times cited a Pentagon statement, which put the total number of injured troops at 68.

Assad regime wrecks Idlib's historic district, destroying artifacts

In a campaign to take control of the country by gaining land with a blatant disregard for growing casualties, the Assad regime is advancing, leaving behind wreckage and chaos

Four militant killed,encounter rages in Nagrota

his is first major encounter in Jammu region after the Sunjwan military station attack of 2018.

3 terrorists killed in shootout on highway in J&K

Traffic has been suspended on the highway while authorities also ordered the closure of all schools today in Udhampur district as a precautionary measure.

Nagrota Encounter: Pulwama suicide bomber's cousin amongst 3 arrested while security forces kill 3 terrorists

The man who was driving the three terrorists is a cousin of the suicide bomber who killed 40 CRPF personnel in a deadly attack last year in Pulwama.

Three militants killed in Jammu

One policeman injured after they opened fire at toll plaza

Terrorists sneaking into India in trucks, latest modus operandi of JeM

The three terrorists who were killed in an encounter today at Jammu and Kashmir had infiltrated from across the International Border in the Dayalchak area n Kathua district.

Duke of York urged to ‘do the right thing’ and talk to the FBI

The plea came from Virginia Giuffre who said Andrew should do so for victims of Jeffrey Epstein.

Duke of York urged to ‘do the right thing’ and talk to the FBI

The plea came from Virginia Giuffre who said Andrew should do so for victims of Jeffrey Epstein.

Harvey Weinstein rape accuser testifying in pivotal trial moment

The woman whose rape allegation led to criminal charges against Harvey Weinstein was testifying Friday in a pivotal moment for both sides in his #MeToo-era trial.

Weinstein rape accuser tells trial she tried to fight off his advances in hotel

The woman alleges Weinstein raped her in his New York City hotel room in March 2013 after injecting himself with medicine to induce an erection.

Weinstein rape accuser tells trial she tried to fight off his advances in hotel

The woman alleges Weinstein raped her in his New York City hotel room in March 2013 after injecting himself with medicine to induce an erection.

Buhari gets vote of confidence from APC amid calls for his resignation

Amid calls by some Nigerians that he should resign, President Muhammadu Buhari, on Friday, January 31, secured a vote of confidence from a group within the governing All Progressives Congress (APC).

Insecurity: Buhari must bring in fresh hands ―Tanko Yakassi

Founding member of the Arewa Consultative Forum and Kano politician, Alhaji Tanko Yakassi, has counselled President Buhari.

Abaribe, Secondus lead protest to US embassy over sack of Ihedioha

Enyinnaya Abaribe, senate minority leader, and Uche Secondus, national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), have led a protest to the US embassy and the UK high commission in

We will hold Obaseki, IGP responsible if Oshiomhole is killed - Edo lawmakers-elect

The 14 lawmakers-elect who are loyal to Adams Oshiomhole have accused the state governor, Godwin Obaseki, of recruiting a killer squad whose mission is to kill the APC national chairman.

2023 presidency: PDP mulls merger, perfects other strategies to unseat APC

The PDP said it has started strategising ahead of the 2023 general elections to unseat the APC. Uche Secondus, the party's national chairman, said the party is ready for a merger to strengthen it to defeat the APC.

Stakeholders need to step up drug abuse advocacy — Dr. Oluwayemi Ogun

Medical Director, Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba, Dr. Oluwayemi Ogun has urged stakeholders to keep up the advocacy for drug abuse

Nigeria has poorest cancer care, control system — Akeredolu

Wife of the Ondo State governor has lamented that the country ranked among countries with the poorest cancer care and control system.

FG strengthens response plan to stop importation of coronavirus

FG says it has strengthened its preparedness and action plan in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to stop coronavirus from...

NECO seeks DSS’ assistance to tackle exam malpractice

The National Examination Council (NECO) says it has introduced full-scale biometric capturing for candidates ahead its 2020 examinations to tackle cases of impersonation.

As Delhi gangrape convicts await execution, a reminder: death penalty does not ensure women’s safety

India has an obsession with retributive and deterrent approaches and an increasing aversion to another goal of punishment – rehabilitation.

UN accuses warring sides in Libya of fueling conflicts after Haftar's attack

U.N.’s Libyan special representative Ghassan Salame on Thursday accused foreign actors of not abiding by the cease-fire agreements reached at the...

France, Turkey lock horns in Mediterranean standoff

Macron has expressed exasperation with Erdogan on a string of issues, such as allegedly illicit energy exploration off Cyprus, the launch of a military operation in Syria without international consent, and contributing to what he termed the "brain death" of NATO.

Sudan accused of failing men who say they were duped into working in Libya

Families protest amid claims men who went to work in UAE were given military training and then sent to Libya to guard oil fields

UN Security Council urges immediate end to fighting in Yemen