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Nirbhaya Case: Supreme Court rejects Vinay Sharma's plea challenging mercy plea rejection
Supreme Court on Friday rejected a plea, filed by Vinay Sharma, a convict who was involved in the Nirbhaya gangrape and murder case challenging the rejection of mercy plea by the President of India.
Ex-Ajnala MLA who had once targeted Sukhbir, Majithia, returns to SAD
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal posted a message on Facebook stating that he had welcomed both Bony and his father Rattan Singh Ajnala — who were expelled from primary membership in 2018 for “indulging in anti-party activities.
US brings new charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department has added new criminal charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei and several subsidiaries, accusing the company of a brazen scheme to steal trade secrets from competitors in America, federal prosecutors announced T
Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video
Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow for the French president's party ahead of March local elections.
No big deal if PM Modi doesn't get holidays: Sena mouthpiece Saamana
PM Modi travels in luxury and expenses run into hundreds of crores, but the common man uses public transport and needs holidays to relax, Saamana said Friday in an editorial.
‘No difference between Gallipoli and occupied Kashmir’: Erdogan stands by Pakistan in Parliament speech
"Our friendship is not based on vested interests but on love," says Erdogan on relations between the two countries.
Commercial driver sentenced to death by hanging for killing carpenter over N3000 debt
A Lagos High Court sitting in Igbosere, has sentenced a 47-year-old commercial driver Akeem Raimi to death by hanging for killing carpenter.
Lawyer asks FG to arrest Oshiomhole for treason over comment on Bayelsa
Tope Akinyode, a human rights lawyer, has asked the federal government to arrest and prosecute Adams Oshiomhole, national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), for treason. On Thursday, Oshiomhole
Media Watch: Somalia govt refutes allegations of harassing journalists
Our media watch page will cut across happenings in mainstream and across social media with also a special eye for fake news.
U.N. calls on North Korea to release abductees in 50-year-old hijacking case
SEOUL, Feb. 14 (UPI) -- A panel of human rights experts from the United Nations is calling on North Korea to repatriate 11 South Koreans who were abducted on a hijacked plane 50 years ago.
Sudan agrees to pay $30m to families of US sailors killed in USS Cole attack
Sudan has agreed to pay $30 million in settlement to the families of 17 US sailors killed in an al-Qaeda attack on the USS Cole. The USS Cole warship was bombed in Yemen 20 years earlier by two Yemeni suicide bombers in a rubber vessel packed with up to 500lb of high explosives and butted...
Bunyoro Kingdom petitions CDF over UPDF involvement in cultural site attack
Bunyoro, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom has petitioned the Chief of Defense forces-CDF Gen.David Muhoozi and the Ministry of Internal Affairs over the alleged involvement of Uganda Peoples’ Defense Forces-UPDF soldiers in the destruction of Ssemwema cultural site in Kakumiro district. Addressing the press on Thursday at the Kingdom palace, Andrew Byakutaga, the …
Parkland Dad Andrew Pollack: 'March for Our Lives' Made America's Kids Less Safe
The "March for Our Lives" hijacked the Parkland tragedy to register more kids to vote for Democrats and hide the truth of what went wrong.
Man sentenced for placing knives on Japan prince's desk
A Japanese man who left two kitchen knives on the school desk of Japan's Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the throne, was given a suspended sentence on Friday.
Why doesn't boxing care about gender-based violence?
The Gervonta Davis video is the latest example of the boxing industry’s self-serving indifference when it comes to punishing violence against women
Nationals turncoat was third cab off the rank in Labor ambush
When Llew O'Brien turned on the government on Monday and did a deal with Labor, the crossbench and fellow rebel Nationals to be elected as Deputy Speaker, he spoke of the "honour'' of having such a role bestowed upon him.
Insecurity: Report says 3,188 Nigerians were unjustly killed in 2019
A report by the Global Rights, an international non-governmental organisation championing human rights capacity building, indicates that about 3,188 Nigerians were reportedly atrociously killed in 2019.
Israeli attack on Damascus kills 7 fighters: monitor
Israeli strikes on Damascus airport killed seven fighters, a war monitor said Friday, the latest in a string of attacks targeting Iran's military presence in Syria.
Tayyip Erdogan addresses Joint Session of Parliament, reaffirms Turkey’s support on Kashmir issue
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan addressed the Joint Sitting of the Parliament in Islamabad on Friday, in which he emphatically stated to stick to his stance on the resolution of outstanding Kashmir dispute through dialogue and peaceful means on the basis of justice, the Dispatch News Desk (DND) news agency reported. In his address which received thumping response from the lawmakers, the Turkish president said that our Kashmiri brothers have been living under difficult circumstances over the years; however, the recent unilateral steps by India have further added to the woes of the Kashmiri people and the situation has assumed alarming situation. President Erdogan noted that depriving the Kashmiris of their freedom and usurping their rights is not in anybody’s interests. Tayyip Erdogan said that the resolution of Kashmir dispute lies not in oppressive tactics but it warrants justice. He said that we feel for the Kashmiris the same way like the Muslims of this region felt for us during…
Israeli attack on Damascus kills 7 fighters ―Monitor
Israeli strikes on Damascus airport killed seven fighters, a war monitor reported, latest in a string of attacks on Iran's presence in Syria.
Supreme Court Judgement: Gov. Dickson reacts to sack of David Lyon
Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa has called on all political parties to be calm and embrace peace over the ruling of the Supreme Court.
Luke Tamborinyoka….. Remembering Morgan Richard Tsvangirai
By Luke Tamborinyoka A long line of vehicles stretched for almost 20 kilometers as the world descended in this village in Buhera West, some 242 kilometers south-east of Harare. The human and vehicular traffic left one in rapt wonderment, leaving no doubt whatsoever this was nothing less than a hero’s burial. Political parties were represented from Kenya to Namibia, from South Africa to Zambia while leaders of at least 13 political parties in Zimbabwe came to bury him. The world was represented as diplomats came in droves while ordinary people came from all over the country to pay their last respects to this doyen of our time; this undisputed icon of our democratic struggle.
Police confirm 7 killed, 5 injured in Kaduna attack
Kaduna State Police Command has confirmed that seven persons were killed and five others injured in Maro village, a border community.
PM Netanyahu: March elections will decide whether we utilize or miss historic opportunity
PM Netanyahu promises: 'Israeli law will be applied in Judea, Samaria, and there won't be a Palestinian terror state.'
National Space Council expands membership
The White House has added the Secretary of Energy and two other officials to the roster of members of the National Space Council.
On This Day: League of Women Voters formed
On Feb. 14, 1920, the League of Women Voters was formed in Chicago.
Cyrus Christie reveals someone launched petition to have him lynched
The full-back has opened up on tackling internet trolls.
Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in disappearance dies
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — Charles “Chuckie” O'Brien, a longtime associate of Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa who became a leading suspect in the labor leader's disappearance and later was portrayed...
Shropshire Star comment: Johnson may live to regret Treasury coup
Sajid Javid’s resignation as Chancellor came as a major shock in what was expected to be a fairly tame Cabinet reshuffle.
Four judges to be appointed to Gujarat HC
All four judicial officers — Ilesh Vora, Gita Gopi, Ashokkumar C Joshi, and Rajendra M Sareen — are currently serving as the principal district and sessions judge in the courts of Gandhinagar, Rajkot, Vadodara, and Anand respectively.
This is warfare, not welfare
A little less hypocrisy and a little more understanding of real child rights can come handy
Alyth stalker spent Christmas behind bars after leaving beer and chocolates on teen victim’s doorstep
A stalker spent Christmas behind bars after leaving chocolates, a CD and beer at the door of his teenage victim’s home.
Echesa denies forging documents in fictitious arms deal
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 14 – Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa Friday denied authoring forged documents in a fraudulent arms deal during an - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Syrian Army advances overnight in southwest Aleppo despite Turkish interference
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:00 A.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) managed to score a new advance in the southwester part of Aleppo last night, despite artillery strikes from the Turkish military, which attempted to stifle their movements. READ ALSO: Suspected Israeli Airstrikes Target Southwestern Damascus Backed by Liwaa Al-Quds (Palestinian paramilitary) and the Local Defense Forces (LDF), the Syrian Arab Army established control over several areas of southwestern Aleppo last night, paving the way for their troops to further expand their presence in the governorate. According to a field report from the Aleppo Governorate, the Syrian Army captured Sheikh Rahilah, Monte Carlo Farms, East Kafr Joum, Al-Mughayr, Lawyers Association District, Talat Qurtabah, Electricity Society, Al-Rahal Society, Police School, and Khan Touman Silos. This latest advance by the Syrian Army comes at the same time they make their push to capture the strategic Regiment 46 Base, which has been under the control of the jihadist rebels an their…
Spanish Minister Says Guaido Is Opposition Leader and President
Spain’s foreign minister on Thursday attempted to clarify controversial comments by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, explaining that Juan Guaido is both Venezuela’s interim president and the leader of the opposition.
New NIRA board members take oath
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Deputy Chief Justice Alphonse Owiny-Dollo on Thursday presided over the inauguration of the newly appointed board members of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA). The ceremony took place at High Court in Kampala on Thursday. James Biribonwa, former commissioner of the Electoral Commission is the new board chairperson. He will …
Dundee man with ‘poor singing voice’ sang sectarian songs on housing estate and told police he was an ‘IRA fugitive’
A Dundee man with a "poor singing voice" found himself in court after belting out sectarian songs in the middle of a housing estate and telling police he was an "IRA fugitive".
CRPF jawans memorial inaugurated in Jammu-Kashmir; Umesh Gopinath Jadhav invited as special guest
A year after 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawans lost their lives, senior officials of all the wings of the security forces laid wreaths and paid tribute at the newly-inaugurated memorial in Jammu and Kashmir.
Petition for Briton ‘arrested in Egypt after patting security guard on back’
Friends of Tony Comaccio claim he has been falsely accused of sexual assault.
Iowa district to pay $4.8M to settle suit in school bus fire
OAKLAND, Iowa (AP) — A western Iowa school district will pay $4.8 million to settle a lawsuit brought by the family of 16-year-old girl who died in a 2017 school...
SC issues notice to J&K administration on plea by Omar Abdullah’s sister against his detention
The court said it will hear Sarah Abdullah Pilot’s plea again on March 2, and did not heed her lawyer’s submissions asking for an earlier date.
The 9 at 9: Friday
Government formation talks run on, a CAB raid and a new James Bond theme song.
EU Uses Cash Injections as Vehicle to Manipulate Public Opinion in Israel - Think-Tank
The EU uses its financial wealth as a means to meddle in Israel's politics by financing left-wing NGOs, says an Israeli think-tank. While Brussels' conduct is legal, the attention it gives Israel raises questions as to the European Union's true intentions.
Students injured in shelling at school in Myanmar's Rakhine state
At least 19 children were wounded in Myanmar's Rakhine state when a primary school was hit by the shelling that the army and rebels have refused to take responsibility for.
UP: Allahabad High Court stays notice to recover damages from anti-CAA protestor
The petitioner’s counsel argued that recovery notices cannot be issued by the additional district magistrate as per the Supreme Court’s order.
Please assure everyone you have never assaulted a woman, Malema challenges Ramaphosa
EFF leader Julius Malema has challenged President Cyril Ramaphosa, top political party leaders and MPs to stand up and declare ...
Jaishankar comes between Nehru and Patel as Ramachandra Guha fumes
Jaishankar said he has "learned" that Nehru wanted to keep Patel out of his first cabinet after Independence. Guha said it is a myth that has been "comprehensively demolished" and went on to accuse Jaishankar of "promoting fake news".
Defence Min Rajnath Singh Pays Tribute To Martyrs Of The 'dastardly' Pulwama Attack
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday paid his homage to the martyrs of last year's Pulwama terror attack which claimed 40 jawans of the CRPF
The hammer of justice for sexual assault victims must be swift, loud and consistent
Only a tiny proportion of reported rapes ever make it to court
While Barr publicly scolds Trump, his DOJ is quietly investigating those in the CIA who probed 2016 Russian interference
Attorney General William Barr claimed that Trump has "never" asked him "to do anything in a criminal case."
Police shoot alleged thief in the leg after he snatched tourist’s phone in Canggu
The Bali Provincial Police arrested an alleged thief who confessed to targeting mainly foreign tourists from his considerably long list of victims The suspect, identified as 20-year-old university student Mohammad Amin, was arrested in Karangasem...
Supreme Court disposes of DMK’s appeal on disqualification of 11 AIADMK MLAs
T.N. Advocate General informs court that Speaker has issued notice
Take along minorities if you to want to successfully run the govt: Parkash Singh Badal
"I will say that all religions should be respected and take along minorities, take along your allies if you have to be successful in running the government so that all brothers (countrymen) consider themselves part of a family,” Badal said.
MPs want Janet Museveni referred to Disciplinary Committee for contempt of Parliament
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Speaker of Parliament Rebecca Kadaga has directed the Minister of Education Janet Museveni to appear before Parliament and explain steps taken on the MPs resolution to halt the implementation of the new revised lower secondary curriculum. MPs want Janet Museveni referred to Disciplinary Committee for contempt of Parliament. …
Thonglor police looking for suspicious foreigner with child
Thonglor police said Friday that they have attempted unsuccessfully to track down a foreign man who has been begging for money in Bangkok with young children A week after saying claiming to be unaware of the man routinely spotted with a sleeping...
Fight for Forfar leisure centre to go on after Court of Session ruling clears way for bulldozers
Another battle of Lochside is looming after a decision at Scotland's highest civil court cleared the way for the demolition of Forfar’s former leisure centre.
Alia Bhatt’s legendary father blames BJP, pliable media for manufacturing Islamophobia in India, Javed Akhtar calls Narendra Modi fascist
Alia Bhatt's legendary filmmaker father Mahesh Bhatt has blamed BJP and pliable media for manufacturing Islamophobia in India.
US Navy seizes Iranian weapons in Arabian Sea: video
US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Thursday afternoon that the USS Normandy (CG60) boarded a dhow in the Arabian Sea on Sunday and seized a “large cache” of Iranian-made weapons while conducting “maritime security operations.” “The weapons seized include 150 ‘Dehlavieh’ anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM), which are Iranian-manufactured copies of Russian Kornet ATGMs,” read the February 13 CENTCOM release. “Other weapons components seized aboard the dhow were of Iranian design and manufacture and included three Iranian surface-to-air missiles, Iranian thermal imaging weapon scopes, and Iranian components for unmanned aerial and surface vessels, as well as other munitions and advanced weapons parts.” Video footage released by CENTCOM Public Affairs shows US Navy personnel boarding the vessel during the February 9 operation in the Arabian Sea. #USA Le 9 février 2020, l'#USSNormandy #CG60, alors qu'il menait des opérations de sécurité maritime dans la zone d'opérations du Commandement central américain, est monté…
California man exonerated after DNA site leads to new arrest in murder
A California man who spent 14 years in prison for the murder of a newspaper columnist has been exonerated thanks to the same DNA technology that caught the Golden State Killer suspect, authorities said.
Gold panning in northern Mali may be benefiting extremists
KIDAL, Mali (AP) — A gold rush is underway in an area of northern Mali where al-Qaida-linked fighters are active, raising concerns that profits from artisanal mining could benefit not only the local economy but also Islamic extremists.A coalition of armed Tuareg rebels known as the CMA controls the Kidal region and its leaders oversee the gold-panning activities. Some CMA members are believed to have close ties to the local al-Qaida affiliate known as JNIM. It is considered the most active of the extremist groups in the West African nation where deadly attacks against the military and communities have soared.
Match-fixing case: Police may summon T-Series’ Krishan, take Sanjeev Chawla to match venues
Chawla and Kumar, along with others, were part of the 2013 Delhi Police chargesheet into the conspiracy to fix matches during the 2000 series between India and South Africa.
Candidate from Macron’s party withdraws from Paris mayoral race over sex tape allegations
Emmanuel Macron’s candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow for the French president’s party ahead of March local elections.
Police Scotland officers ‘cruelly mocked’ dying prisoner as he cried ‘I’m gonnae die’ and begged for help
CRUEL cops laughed at a prisoner as he writhed in agony and screamed “I’m just gonnae die” hours before falling dead. Alan Hay, 49, was left to lick pain medicine from a plastic m…
Perth woman not guilty of murdering boy
A YOUNG woman has been found not guilty of murder but convicted of unlawfully killing a teenager by running him down with her car in Perth.
Supreme Court Issues Notice to J&K Admin on Plea by Omar Abdullah's Sister Against His Detention
A plea was filed by Sara Abdullah Pilot, former CM Omar Abdullah’s sister and wife of Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Sachin Pilot, challenging his detention custody under J&K Public Safety Act.
'Forever Grateful': HM Amit Shah Pays Homage To The Martyrs Of Pulwama Attack
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday paid his homage to the martyrs of last year's Pulwama terror attack which claimed 40 jawans of the CRPF.
Determination of Jonkersberg residents helps nab librarian murder suspect
Community leader Annie Ayford said the town only had 120 residents and they all knew each other, including the suspect.
Is the coronavirus epidemic China’s ‘Chernobyl moment'?
"It is a system that turns every natural disaster into an even greater man-made catastrophe."
Rifle used to spot protesters
RCMP say the enforcement of an injunction against protesters blocking Coastal GasLink from accessing sites along the Morice West Forest Service Road near Houston, B.C. has concluded with a total of 28 arrests.
Barr says attacks from Trump make work ‘impossible’
Attorney General William Barr delivered an extraordinary rebuke of President Donald Trump on Thursday, saying that his attacks on the Justice Department had made it “impossible for me to do my job” and that “I’m not going to be bullied or influenced by anybody.”
Disruptive scenes that birthed Moi's torture era
The headache set in after release of political detainees, who called for reforms in Kanu.
Seven killed, five injured as gunmen in military uniform attack Kaduna community - Police
The Kaduna State Police Command has confirmed that seven persons were killed and five others injured in Maro village, border community between Kajuru
Taliban, Afghan forces clash despite talk of breakthrough in peace deal
KABUL (Reuters) - Afghan government forces and Taliban insurgents waged war against each other in the past 24 hours despite U.S. officials saying there had been a breakthrough in recent days in peace talks to end the 18-year-old conflict.
Why Syria’s M5 is Assad’s highway to victory
For the Turkey-backed rebels fighting Assad, the motorway was a cornerstone in holding together their territory and keeping government forces at bay.
In Wake of Jewish Delegation’s Visit Saudi FM Denies Any Relations with Israel
King Salman bin Abdulaziz phoned Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas "to underscore Saudi Arabia’s firm position on the Palestinian cause."
Right To Silence Rules Hiding Abusers, Call For Review
Family First NZ is repeating its call for a review of ‘right to silence’ laws which is effectively hindering investigations into child abuse. The call comes following the case of the Flaxmere four-year-old child who was seriously injured in a beating two weeks ago.
Crunch time for Emily Thornberry as the race to make it into the final stage of the Labour leadership contest finishes TONIGHT with the shadow foreign secretary now within touching distance of making it through
Emily Thornberry faces a race against time today to secure enough support to make it into the final stage of the Labour leadership contest with nominations due to close at midnight.
Hawks swoop on Mpumalanga businessman for allegedly trying to bribe cop over his impounded car
The Hawks have arrested a prominent Middelburg businessman after he allegedly tried to bribe a police officer to release his impounded vehicle.
SC issues notice to J&K administration on plea by Omar Abdullah’s sister challenging detention
The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Jammu and Kashmir administration, Centre on Sara Abdullah Pilot's plea challenging the detention of her brother Omar under PSA.
Better late than never
Jokowi’s instruction was bold and unprecedented but may simply be too little, too late. He could have prevented the rampant violations of the right to freedom of religion had he announced his tough policy when assuming power in October 2014.
Taribo West, Emmanuel Babayaro join fight to tackle corruption
In his playing heydey, Taribo West was a tough-tackling defender taking on the best strikers in Italy's Serie A with his trademark shock...
Fresh talks over ‘superschool’ to prevent Invergowrie pupils from 20-mile trip to school
Education bosses from Perth and Kinross Council are hoping to bring plans for a new cross-boundary "superschool" back to the table.
SWESCO marks 61st Anniversary
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Gargi college molestation: 10 arrested youths granted bail, HC agrees to hear plea seeking CBI probe
On February 6, during the annual cultural festival, hundreds of unruly, drunk men allegedly forced their way in and sexually assaulted students.
Senior Bombay HC judge S C Dharmadhikari resigns
Second senior most judge of the Bombay High Court, Justice Satyaranjan Dharmadhikari, has tendered his resignation. He made the announcement when the lawyer, Mathew Nedumpara, mentioned a petition seeking for the court to hear it next week.
Post-impeachment, House Democrats sharpen focus on Barr
House Democrats frustrated over the Senate’s acquittal of President Donald Trump are pushing their oversight efforts toward the Justice Department and what they call Attorney General William Barr’s efforts to politicize federal law enforcement.
Kansas leader decries attempts to tie abortion, Medicaid
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A top Republican lawmaker in Kansas on Friday disputed what has become a key talking point for GOP colleagues who are blocking a bipartisan plan to...
Arbroath group defends £22k spend on arch and omitting local firms from building it
Arbroath Community Council has defended its £20,000-plus spend on a high street welcome sign in the wake of a storm over the outlay and design of the town centre structure.
Eight died and 21 injured in 18 mine blasts in Kachin State in 2019
A total of 18 mine blasts occurred in Kachin State in 2019 killing eight and injuring 21, according to figures from the state government. Most of them are men and seven men and one woman were killed in the accident. 16 others men and 5 women were injured.
Trump, Modi To Outline Ambitious Vision For Next Chapter Of Indo-US Ties: Wells
When President Donald Trump travels to India to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the two leaders will outline an ambitious vision for the next chapter of relationship between the two largest democracies of the world, a top American diplomat has said.
US charges Chinese company Huawei with plotting to steal trade secrets
Donald Trump has repeatedly raised national security concerns about Huawei.
Poignant tales of Nyayo House torture victims
Wamwere says the water they drank is the same one they relieved themselves in.
Jehovah's Witnesses report convictions, torture in Russia
Two Jehovah's Witnesses have been convicted of extremism in Russia and four more arrested, one of whom reported being tortured in custody, the religious group said Friday.
EXCLUSIVE: Bernie Sanders’ brother promises ‘political revolution’ ahead of St Andrews event
Ahead of a US presidential vote campaign event in St Andrews, Michael Alexander speaks to Larry Sanders – the brother of White House Democratic Party hopeful Bernie Sanders – about the prospects of the Democrats ousting President Donald Trump.
Ex-CS Echesa quizzed over Sh40 billion fake military tender -
Former CS allegedly paid Sh11.5m initial ‘consultancy’ fee by Polish company.
Internal affairs minister irked by crowds at NIRA offices
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of Internal Affairs Jeje Odongo has expressed concern over the surging crowds seeking services at the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) offices in Kololo. General Odongo said this while presiding over the inauguration of the new NIRA governing board that took their Oath on Thursday. He said …
Billionaire candidates shake up Democratic White House race
Billionaires Mike Bloomberg and Tom Steyer invest hundreds of millions of dollars in their efforts to win the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. And so far, it seems like that strategy is working.
Colin Kaepernick to release memoir through own publishing company
Colin Kaepernick can add author and publisher to his resume. The former NFL quarterback who knelt during the national anthem to protest racial injustice an
Ala. lawmaker proposes bill requiring vasectomies for men in response to state's abortion bill
An Alabama lawmaker has proposed a bill that would require a man to undergo a vasectomy after his 50th birthday or after the birth of his third child — a response to a bill passed by the Alabama legislature in 2019 that outlawed nearly every instance of abortion.
Iran says it will strike US and Israel if they make the 'slightest error'
Iran is ready to strike the United States and Israel if they give it any reason to do so, the head of the elite Revolutionary Guards said in a live speech on state television on Thursday.
Pakistani Cabinet Passes Controversial Social-Media Rules
Pakistan's government has approved new rules for regulating social-media content that critics say would give the authorities unflinching powers to stifle dissent and free speech.
India hails ‘landmark’ extradition of alleged cricket match-fixer
NEW DELHI, India, Feb 14 - The head of Indian cricket's anti-corruption watchdog said on Friday Britain's extradition of accused match-fixer Sanjeev Get the latest local and international sports updates, football, rugby, athletics, golf, cricket and more
Rising in Polls, Bloomberg Will Soon Find Out If Support Is Real
Michael Bloomberg entered the Democratic presidential race late and tore up the traditional playbook on the theory that he would emerge as the centrist alternative if Joe Biden faltered and a progressive was surging.
Trump Now Freely Admitting He Sent Giuliani To Ukraine After He Previously Denied Doing So
Now that he’s been acquitted, President Donald Trump is now free to finally admit that he did, in fact, send...
Supreme Court rejects Nirbhaya convict's petition challenging mercy plea
The court in its order also stated that the medical reports stated that Vinay is psychologically fit and his medical condition is stable
Air Force to allow uniformed members to wear turbans, hijabs, beards in new dress code update, officials say
The United States Air Force updated its official dress code policy this month, in observance of religious practices, which will allow military personnel to wear turbans or hijabs as a part of the uniform.
Kirinyaga searches for 26 yet to join Form One
This follows an order by Interior PS who said they cannot be accounted for.
Match-fixing: Delhi high court sends Sanjeev Chawla to Tihar jail till further orders
Cricket News: A day after a trial court allowed custodial interrogation of Sanjeev Chawla, alleged bookie and key accused in one of cricket's biggest match-fixing s
Ala. lawmaker proposes bill requiring vasectomies for men in response to state's abortion bill
An Alabama lawmaker has proposed a bill that would require a man to undergo a vasectomy after his 50th birthday or after the birth of his third child — a response to a bill passed by the Alabama legislature in 2019 that outlawed nearly every instance of abortion.
Iran's foreign minister should be arrested in Europe
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Inviting Mohammad Javad Zarif, the foreign minister of Iran, to address the Munich Security Conference on Friday and Saturday, where he joined more than 450 senior decision-makers as well as prime ministers and presidents from around the world, was a grave error.
Renowned Turkish novelist Asli Erdogan acquitted in 'terror' case
A court in Istanbul has acquitted renowned novelist Asli Erdogan of the charge of membership of an armed "terror organisation".
Crown And Moriori Sign A Deed Of Settlement
A Deed of Settlement agreeing redress for historical Treaty claims has been signed by the Crown and Moriori at Kōpinga Marae on Rēkohu (Chatham Islands) today, Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Andrew Little has announced.
Indonesia says no to Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is controversial in parts of the majority Muslim nation, with many Islamic clerics and conservative Indonesians criticizing its Western roots.
Trump’s big bet on career and technical education
Will the White House plans to boost spending on career and technical education help today's teens land better jobs?
Match-fixing: Delhi High Court sends Sanjeev Chawla to Tihar Jail till further orders
The High Court’s order came a day after a trial court here had sent him to 12-day police custody.
Bidar sedition case: Parent and teacher granted bail after two weeks in jail over anti-CAA play
They were arrested on January 30, more than a week after the students of a Urdu school in the Karnataka city performed the play criticising the citizenship law.
Trump Gets Bashed Online After Claiming Pelosi Had 'Venom & Hatred Coming Out of Her Ears'
The US president also reportedly labelled Pelosi a “person that started an impeachment and lost“, adding that she “goes down as a loser, which she is“.
Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video
The ambitious Griveaux helped found the Republic on the Move (LREM) party, but recent polls showed him trailing in third place in Paris, which Macron won comfortably in the 2017 presidential election.
Did William Barr Throw Down the Gauntlet?
Or was it just a performance?
CPI(M) sees political motive behind CAG report row
‘Selective leak aimed at putting govt. in the dock ahead of local body elections’
Zindzi Mandela 'heartbroken' that ANC defended FW de Klerk's presence at SONA
The daughter of former president Nelson Mandela has tweeted that she is heartbroken following Thursday's State of the Nation Address.
Sanders Opens 10-point Lead Nationally, Bloomberg Surges in New Poll as Attacks Escalate
Gallup also released a poll this week surveying 'political liabilities' and found that 93% of all Americans would vote for a Jewish president, up from just 63% in 1958
Youth guilty of fatal Mayo stabbing to be sentenced following brain surgery
The teenager is recovering from his latest brain surgery, which took place two weeks ago.
Watchdog slams new social media measures in Pakistan
Pakistani legal expert Yasser Hamdani, however, described the measures as "unconstitutional", saying the law was "designed to curb freedom of speech and expression in the country".
Agent docked for allegedly defrauding tenant of N1m
A PRO, Omeje Michael, was on Friday arraigned in a Life Camp Magistrates’ Court for allegedly defrauding a tenant of N1 million.
Court remands alleged Mpape bank robbers
An FCT High Court in Wuse on Friday ordered that the five men charged in connection with the foiled Mpape bank robbery at a First Bank.
Police probe of 'transphobic' tweets was unlawful: U.K. judge
A British court says police infringed a man's right to free expression when they showed up at his workplace to quiz him over his Twitter posts about transgender people.
Iowa Caucus: DNC Had Much Bigger Role in Failed App Than It Claimed, Leaked Docs Show
The Democratic National Committee (DNC), the governing body of the Democratic Party, has notably distanced itself from the Iowa state party, which oversaw a chaotic caucus that was riddled by reporting errors.
Ma’ariv Poll: Blue&White 34, Likud 33, Liberman 7
Despite Netanyahu's media blitz, in Washington, Moscow, and Africa, the needle refuses to move.
Man, 27, 'chopped off 54 year-old girlfriend's arm when she asked for her Xanax'
Ryan Tyndall reportedly launched the unprovoked amputation at his girlfriend's house, with the woman losing her left arm below the elbow
Sanders jumps to first among Dems in Texas, Trump still leads top contenders: poll
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Rep. Jim Jordan accused of telling OSU wrestler’s brother to deny abuse claims
Republican Ohio congressman Jim Jordan was all smiles at a dinner with President Donald Trump, the day after one of his former wrestling captains slammed him.
Supreme Court Ruling: Why we declared PDP's Diri Bayelsa governor-elect – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained why it has paved the way for the swearing-in of the candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Douye Diri, as governor of Bayelsa State after Thursday's Supreme Court judgment that sacked the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, David Lyon, who won the November governorship election.
MAGPIE program makes classroom feel like home for Saskatoon students
The class gives Indigenous high school students the ability to see their culture and identity reflected in education.
U.P. police didn’t identify age of those held during anti-CAA protests, say activists
In cases where it was obvious that those held were minors, the police deliberately did not record their details in FIRs, they allege
Barr Orders Flynn Review, Adding to Uproar Over Political Cases
Attorney General William Barr has ordered a review of the prosecution against Donald Trump’s former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn, adding to a series of interventions this week in politically sensitive cases tied to the president.
Police ordered to conclude searches on Echesa’s properties by Monday, free him afterwards
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 14 – Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rachid Echesa is likely to spend the weekend in police custody pending the conclusion of a police - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
2014 Bloomberg Hoped the NSA Was “Reading Every Email”
Katie Couric asked Mike Bloomberg whether he had ever “sexted on Snapchat.” The question prompted him to describe his views on data collection and privacy.
Bernie Sanders will be good for American economy, top economist says after Goldman Sachs attack
Bernie Sanders’ economic policies would be good for the American economy, according to a new book by a renowned economist.
CNN: Trump contradicts past denials, admits sending Giuliani to Ukraine
Trump explained that he has "a very bad taste" of the U.S. intelligence community, because of the Russia investigation, so he turned to Giuliani.
Kolkata: Mamata Banerjee ‘felt bad’ about not being invited to metro corridor inauguration
Union Railway Minister Piyush Goyal flagged off the first phase of the East-West Metro Corridor project on Thursday.
US Attorney General Bill Barr blasts Trump for making job 'impossible'
"I cannot do my job here at the department with a constant background commentary that undercuts me."
‘Irrelevant political promises’
The Wet’suwet’en Treaty Office Society is taking the executive director of the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Office to court to quash a decision extending an Environmental Assessment Certificate for the controversial Coastal GasLink pipeline project.
Ofsted handed extra cash to investigate illegal schools
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson said unregistered schools can be a ‘serious risk’ to children.
Nurturing violent actors a dangerous policy: Pak media after Hafiz Saeed's conviction
Prominent Pakistani newspapers on Friday said there is a growing realisation within the government and security establishment that nurturing violent actors like Hafiz Saeed was a dangerous policy and the time has come to put an end to their
Sacked Cabinet minister plans to spend time at the pub after reshuffle
Julian Smith was replaced as Northern Ireland Secretary in Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s reshuffle on Thursday.
UNN would continue to honour academic excellence, hardwork — VC
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, Prof. Charles Arizechukwu Igwe, yesterday, said the institution would...
Bayelsa: Protesters attack Diri’s residence, destroy properties
The Yenagoa residence of Duoye Diri, Bayelsa's new governor-elect, has been attacked by some angry protesters with some of his properties destroyed.
NATO asks Taliban to show ‘real will’ to reduce violence
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has urged the Taliban to show “real will” to reduce violence in Afghanistan.Speaking in Brussels on Wednesday
Latinos Laugh at Pete Buttigieg Stumbling over Spanish
Former Mayor Pete Buttigieg tried to kick off a town hall event with Latino voters on Thursday by showing off his Spanish skills.
Bolton councillors who joined anti-homes protest group accused of doing it 'just to win votes'
The Hulton Community Action Group is fighting plans for hundreds of homes at Eldercot Road
Bloomberg Tells Audience at Houston Rally He ‘Deeply Regrets’ Stop and Frisk
Mike Bloomberg apologized Thursday at a campaign rally in Houston for his controversial stop-and-frisk policy which he promoted as New York city mayor, telling the predominantly black crowd that he “deeply regrets” the legacy and that he “should have acted sooner and faster to stop it.”“I am committed
Michael Bloomberg leading Florida's Democratic Primary race, new poll says
Florida's Democratic Primary race has a new leader. According to St. Pete Polls, former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg is now leading the pack of Democratic candidates in Florida.
Dawood Ibrahim could be involved in match-fixing scandal in 2000: ACP Ishwar Singh
ACP Ishwar Singh was the first to be deployed in the anti-extortion cell of the Delhi Police in 2000.
Martin tells McDonald no party can be forced into government
Sinn Féin leader says voters angry that Fianna Fáil is not sitting down for discussions
Turkey court acquits exiled novelist of terror charges
ISTANBUL — A Turkish court on Friday acquitted journalist and award-winning novelist Asli Erdogan of terrorism-related charges for writing for a pro-Kurdish newspaper that has since been shut-down.
2020 Election Is a Choice Between Democracy and Putinism
The rule of law is larger than any Democratic candidacy.
Sinn Fein leader hits out at ‘old boys’ club’ of Fianna Fail and Fine Gael
The prospect of a second election is on the horizon.
Ala. lawmaker proposes bill requiring vasectomies for men in response to state's abortion bill
An Alabama lawmaker has proposed a bill that would require a man to undergo a vasectomy after his 50th birthday or after the birth of his third child — a response to a bill passed by the Alabama legislature in 2019 that outlawed nearly every instance of abortion.
Suspended Mahant ‘prevented’ from taking charge as custodian of Hathiramji Mutt
High Court strikes down suspension proceedings against the Mahant
Nnamdi Kanu’s parents’ burial : Schools, shops shut in Umuahia
As the burial of the parents of Nnandi Kanu, leader of the proscribed IPOB commences on Friday, most schools and shops in Umuahia
Ofsted handed extra cash to investigate illegal schools
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson said unregistered schools can be a ‘serious risk’ to children.
Valentine’s Day rooted in Pagan, Roman and Christian traditions
While its namesake is a Christian saint, the day of love has a complex history
Well, impeachment didn’t work – how else can Congress keep President Trump in check?
The Constitution provides Congress with plenty of tools to hold the White House to account. So what moves does the legislative branch have left?
Barbra Streisand: Trump 'Directly Responsible' for Growing Hate Against Children
Actress-singer Barbra Streisand is blaming President Donald Trump for what she believes is growing racism and discrimination among children in the U.S., saying that she is heartbroken over the issue.
East Kilbride launch new manager hunt three months after Stuart Malcolm's Forfar exit
Interim boss Jim Paterson will remain in charge for now and has been invited to apply for the job.
New Polls in Texas and Nevada Bring More Good News for Bernie Sanders
The Texas poll in particular would have been unthinkable even two months ago
Minimum Wage: Kogi workers to get better deal — NLC Chairman
Kogi NLC Chairman, Onuh Edoka has charged workers in the state to remain resolute as the labour leader struggle for the new minimum wage...
Tucker Carlson: Why the Roger Stone case should horrify you, whether you’re Republican or Democrat
Prosecutors want Roger Stone to serve nine years because they hate him and his politics.
PR not the same as citizenship, Sarawak minister tells DAP leader
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian today stressed his Australian permanent residency status is not the same as the Australian citizenship acquired by disqualified state lawmaker Dr Ting Tiong Choon. He said Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen...
Supreme Court ruling: PDP governors congratulate Diri
Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors' forum have sent their congratulatory message to Senate Duoye Diri over the Supreme Court ruling in Bayelsa.
How Justice Scalia paved the way for Trump’s assault on the rule of law
Three words: "the unitary executive."
Well, impeachment didn't work – how else can Congress keep President Trump in check?
Donald Trump’s removal of impeachment witness Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman from the White House and intervention in his friend Roger Stone’s sentencing have prompted concern that the president’s acquittal in his recent impeachment trial may embolden him to further expand executive power while avoiding
Tamale: female student stabs to death colleague over biology textbook
Information reaching Ghpage.com indicates there is an uneasy tension among students of the Islamic Senior High School in Tamale over a stabbing case that
President Donald Trump to be grand marshal at 2020 Daytona 500
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump will be the grand marshal at the 2020 Daytona 500, saying "Gentleman, start your engines" before the race Sunday at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla.
Bernie pranked by Russians
Russian pranksters claim they called U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders pretending to be climate activist Greta Thunberg and offered Thunberg's support to his campaign.
Ramlila Maidan gears up to host swearing-in ceremony of Arvind Kejriwal for third time
AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal has extended invitation to the people of Delhi to attend his oath-taking ceremony to “bless their son”.
Authorities Identify Dead Man Linked to Disappearance and Death of Faye Swetlik
South Carolina authorities on Friday revealed more about the investigation into the disappearance and death of 6-year-old Faye Marie Swetlik.
Man who ‘tried to snatch girl, 11, while she walked with sister, four, in Sheffield’ arrested
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of trying to snatch an 11-year-old girl while she was with her younger sister, four, in Sheffield. The girls were walking together when the suspect, who carryin…
Some Yang Supporters Now Plan to Vote For...Trump?
With entrepreneur Andrew Yang out of the race, the big question is which candidate his supporters will now back.
Police arraign Abuja bank robbery suspects
The Police have arraigned five suspects arrested in connection to a robbery operation at a bank in Mpape area of the federal capital territory (FCT), Abuja.
Mary Lou McDonald, a formidable force rises in Irish politics
The Sinn Féin leader’s impact on the doorstep helped propel her party to victory
Ofsted handed extra cash to investigate illegal schools
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson said unregistered schools can be a ‘serious risk’ to children.
BJP Slams 'corrupt Soul' Rahul Gandhi's 'dastardly' Line Of Questioning On Pulwama Attack
The BJP has slammed Rahul Gandhi on Friday after he asked who benefitted the most from the Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF personnel had been killed.
Three get life in murder case
Additional District Sessions Judge Abdul Khader has awarded life sentence to three persons on the charge of murdering a teenage boy in August 2014.According to prosecution, Veeranan of Anaikarai in Id
Sinn Fein leader hits out at ‘old boys’ club’ of Fianna Fail and Fine Gael
The prospect of a second election is on the horizon.
PMLA case: ED files chargesheet naming Moin Qureshi’s close aide an accused
Special Judge Anuradha Shukla Bharadwaj put up the matter for consideration of the second chargesheet filed in the case for February 15.
Akpabio and new vision for Niger Delta
THE appointment of Senator Godswill Akpabio as the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs on August 20, 2019 was greeted by great enthusiasm by...
Sacked Cabinet minister plans to spend time at the pub after reshuffle
Julian Smith was replaced as Northern Ireland Secretary in Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s reshuffle on Thursday.
Ex-SC CJ Bersamin named GSIS head
Retired Supreme Court Chief Justice Lucas Bersamin is the new head of the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS).
Bloomberg courts black vote in Democratic candidate countdown
The 77-year-old's campaign in the state has focused on black voters, who will be key to deciding the Democratic nomination.
Amnesty International urges probe into troops' 'razing' of Nigerian villages
Amnesty International has called for an investigation into the alleged burning of villages by Nigerian troops in the volatile northeast following a recent surge in jihadist attacks.
8 days after his acquittal, Trump openly admitted sending Giuliani to hunt for dirt on Joe Biden — reversing a key part of his impeachment defense
Trump previously denied directing his personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani's efforts to dig up dirt against Biden, his Democratic rival, in Ukraine.
Yemen's Houthis drop 'tax' threat that jeopardized aid: UN official
They heard that vital supplies could be cut off, after humanitarian agencies complained of a deteriorating situation in the Houthii-controlled north where aid workers face arrest and intimidation.
High Court harmony goes missing in aliens case
The normally agreeable High Court was clearly divided on whether Aborigines can be deported.
Turkey supports resolution of Kashmir issue through dialogue, Erdoğan says
Turkey is in favor of resolving the Kashmir issue by taking into consideration the expectations of the Kashmiri people, and through dialogue based on U.N....
Mary Lou McDonald warns smaller parties of FF-FG coalition
Sinn Féin leader critical of ‘old boys club’ refusal to consider coalition with the party
Turkey's 'Irresponsible Statements' About Shelling of Syrian Army Escalates Tensions - Russian MoD
Earlier, the Turkish military announced that it had 'neutralized' 63 more Syrian troops in Idlib province, with the two countries getting into a shooting war this week after the shelling of a Turkish observation post on Monday.
Sacked Cabinet minister plans to spend time at the pub after reshuffle
Julian Smith was replaced as Northern Ireland Secretary in Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s reshuffle on Thursday.
Pune court transfers Elgar Parishad case to Mumbai”s NIA court
Before the judge passed the order, the prosecution submitted an application stating that they do not have any objection to the National Investigation Agency's plea seeking transfer of the case.
COMMENT: Sajid Javid becomes victim of Downing Street power struggle
The Prime Minster wants more control. Express & Star political editor Peter Madeley explains why.
Indian students stripped for menstruation checks
Its rules bar students from staying in the hostel during their periods.
Sinn Fein leader hits out at ‘old boys’ club’ of Fianna Fail and Fine Gael
The prospect of a second election is on the horizon.
Barr Assigns ‘Outside Prosecutor’ to Review Michael Flynn Case Amid Roger Stone Debacle
The day after Attorney General William Barr did an interview in an attempt to convince the public that he is not giving President Donald Trump’s friend Roger Stone special treatment, Barr has reportedly assigned an “outside prosecutor” to review the criminal case against Michael Flynn.
Pulwama attack: Rahul Gandhi known sympathiser of LeT, Jaish-e-Mohammed; he's insulting security forces, says BJP
BJP spokespersons slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his remark, alleging that it insulted those killed in the attack.
Nevada volunteers have reportedly received 'few details' about the new 'caucus calculator'
Will the Nevada Democratic caucuses be able to avoid the catastrophe of Iowa? That's the question on everyone's mind eight days out, with early voting set to begin on Saturday. Although Nevada Democrats were originally set to use apps by the same company behind the disastrous Iowa one, CNN reports they'll now use a new tool that they've been "scrambling to promote": a "caucus calculator." Precinct chairs are to use this tool on iPads to "work out viability and delegate results during the caucuses by adding together caucus results and early vote data," CNN writes, although Nevada Democrats said Thursday "caucuses can operate without this calculator." But on Friday, CNN reported that caucus workers and 2020 campaigns are getting "worried" that Nevada Democrats haven't provided many details about how the reporting process will work. "Caucus volunteers have yet to get their hands on the calculator even though they're the ones expected to use it on caucus day, and they have been given few details about it," according…
Nolte: Media-Approved Hate Crimes Against Trump Supporters Explode Post-Acquittal
Nothing damns the media establishment more than its indifference to violent attacks and threats against Trump supporters.
Boris Johnson 'victory tour' visit to Trump's White House delayed until June
The Prime Minister and his girlfriend Carrie Symonds were invited to Washington in 'early 2020' after his election triumph - but the date's now thought to be June amid domestic issues and a row over Huawei
Nigeria's military razed villages in war on Islamist insurgents: Amnesty International
ABUJA (Reuters) - Nigeria’s military burned down villages and forcibly displaced hundreds of people in its fight against Islamist insurgents in the country’s northeast, rights group Amnesty International alleged on Friday.
Congress will bring govt to its knees over SC reservation, 'decisive action' in two days: Randeep Singh Surjewala
Against the backdrop of a recent Supreme Court judgement, Congress leaders Randeep Singh Surjewala and Kumari Selja accused the BJP and the RSS of conspiring to end reservation for the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes. Last week, the Supreme Court said states are not bound to provide reservation in appointments or promotions.
Mandryk: Ready appointment another wise move by Moe gov't in FCL-Unifor dispute
Sometimes government wins by simply being seen as the voice of reason and the appointment of Vince Ready is infinitely reasonable.
UK's first Muslim Pride festival will be held in London this year after LGBTQI charity raised £10, 000 in crowdfunding campaign - and they insist 'Islamophobia won't stop them'
The UK's first Muslim Pride festival will be held in London on Saturday April 11 this year as Imaan, Europe's biggest charity supporting LGBTQI Muslims, celebrate their 20th anniversary.
Bayelsa: APC candidate rejects court ruling, says it is a procured judgement
Recently sacked Bayelsa state governor-elect, David Lyon, has issued a statement in reaction to the Supreme Court’s judgement, that annulled his election that took place back in 2019.
Opposition councillors launch bid to block planned Temple Island redevelopment
Labour group responds by saying it is an attempt to 'chase headlines, stall new jobs for Bristolians and delay much-needed new affordable housing'
QC court issues warrant of arrest vs Trillanes
The Quezon City Metropolitan Trial Court–Branch 138 on Friday issued a warrant of arrest against former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV and 10 others in connection with their conspiracy to commit sedition case.
Rashid Echesa To Remain In Custody Until Monday
Sacked Sports CS Rashid Echesa will spend the weekend in custody, a Nairobi court has ruled.He will be remanded until Monday at 6 pm to allow police complete investigations into the Sh39 billion f
Updated: Ekiti Assembly passes Amotekun bill into law
The Ekiti State House of Assembly on Friday passed the bill proposal for the establishment of Ekiti State Security Network Agency otherwise called...
Universal Confirms Nirvana, Elton John and Sonic Youth Masters Lost or Damaged in 2008 Vault Fire
Other affected artists include Michael McDonald and White Zombie
UP: Controversial Doctor Kafeel Khan Booked Under NSA For Inflammatory Speech During Anti-CAA Protests
Suspended Gorakhpur doctor Kafeel Khan has been slapped with the National Security Act (NSA) over his alleged inflammatory speech at the Aligarh Muslim University during the anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protests on 12 December last year.
Too rich to bribe: Diack junior denies graft
PARIS, France, Feb 14 - Papa Massata Diack, the son of former world athletics supremo Lamine Diack, has denied corruption linked to the Russian doping Get the latest local and international sports updates, football, rugby, athletics, golf, cricket and more
French politicians outraged after sex tape ends Paris mayoral bid for Macron ally
Rivals from across France's political spectrum joined in a chorus of alarm and dismay Friday, and warned that French democracy is in danger after an online leak of sexual images led an associate of F…
Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Joint Ministerial Commission meeting to be held in Bishkek on February 17-18
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The two-day Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) meeting will be held in Bishkek on February 17 and 18, 2020, the Dispatch News Desk (DND) news agency reported. The Federal Minister of Energy Omar Ayub Khan along with the Kyrgyz Minister for Industries and Trade will co-chair the meeting. Omar Ayub Khan is also scheduled to hold important meetings in Bishkek with his Kyrgyz Counterpart and the Kyrgyz Minister for Transport, Trade and Industry separately. Meanwhile, in a meeting with the Kyrgyz Ambassador Erik Beishemhiev held at Power Division in Islamabad on Friday, Omar Ayub Khan said that he looked forward to the JMC meeting as it is an important forum to discuss important issues and reach beneficial results on bilateral trade, transportation, communication and energy. Both the federal minister and the Kyrgyz ambassador discussed the agenda of the JMC and areas of possible collaboration.
Russia Wants Canada To Hand Over Files On Ex-Nazi Death Squad Interpreter
Russia says it has asked Canada to hand over case files on a 95-year-old former Nazi death-squad member to help Moscow investigate the mass murder of children at a Soviet orphanage during World War II.
Cabinet Minster Found Guilty Of Contempt And Sentenced To 3 Months In Jail
Minister Chitando Found Guilty Of Contempt, Handed 90 Days In Prison. Minster of mines Winston Chitando was slapped with 90-days behind bars
Judge Rules Against 'Gestapo' Police Over Transgender Jokes Crackdown
Harry Miller has won his High Court freedom of speech battle over his right to make jokes about transgenderism on social media.
Why Medicare-for-all works for Bernie Sanders — and nobody else
Medicare-for-all isn’t dragging Sanders down so far in 2020. Here’s why.
Trump to attend California fundraiser with Oracle chairman
Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison has announced a Feb. 19 fundraiser for President Trump to be hosted at his golf course and California estate to support the president's reelection campaign.
Foster urges new Northern Ireland secretary to 'revisit' scope of historical investigations unit
Plans to press ahead with the unit are being cited as a reason for Julian Smith’s sacking as Northern Ireland secretary.
Bayelsa Supreme Court judgment danger to Nigeria’s democracy - Oshiomhole
The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has hinted that the party may file for the review of the Supreme Court judgment which sacked its candidate, David Lyon, as the governor-elect of Bayelsa state.
Finn Harps boss Ollie Horgan eager to bring in new striker before transfer window closes
Horgan is hoping to bolster his attacking options before the close of the window next weekend
Members of white nationalist groups can join US military, official says
Membership in extremist group won’t keep recruits out of US military, defense official tells congressional subcommittee.
Man killed over seat brawl in Mumbai-Latur-Bidar Express
At Daund station, the Government Railway Police rushed the victim to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries sometime later.
Sexual abuse charges dropped against circus family
More than 100 charges against a family accused of sexually and physically abusing boys at a Blue Mountains performing arts school have been withdrawn. More than 100 charges against a family accused of sexually and physically abusing boys at a Blue Mountains performing arts school have been withdrawn.
Sadak par utarna padega: Jyotiraditya Scindia threatens to protest if MP govt fails to waive farm loans
"It is impossible that Congress party makes a promise and does not fulfill it. If Congress has promised something then it is very important to fulfill it...nahi to sadak par utarna padega [otherwise we'll take to the streets]" Jyotiraditya Scindia said.
Crown and Moriori sign a Deed of Settlement - Andrew Little
A Deed of Settlement agreeing redress for historical Treaty claims has been signed by the Crown and Moriori at KÅpinga Marae on RÄkohu (Chatham Islands) today, Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Andrew Little has announced.
Nigeria’s military razed villages in fight against Islamist insurgents, Amnesty International alleges
Previous allegations have sparked investigations by the International Criminal Court in The Hague and hampered Nigeria’s ability to purchase arms, a source of frustration for its military’s leaders
Brazil’s president blasts Pope Francis on Amazon climate change: He ‘may be Argentinean but God is Brazilian’
Brazil's president Jair Bolsonaro, who embraces his comparison to President Trump, blasted Pope Francis for his plea to protect the Amazon from climate change.
Ex-Sports CS Echesa to Spend Weekend in Jail
Ex-Sports Cabinet Secretary Rachid Echesa's woes deepen after the court ruled to have him...
Rising in Polls, Bloomberg Will Soon Find Out If Support Is Real
(Bloomberg) -- Michael Bloomberg entered the Democratic presidential race late and tore up the traditional playbook on the theory that he would emerge as the centrist alternative if Joe Biden faltered and a progressive was surging.So far, that plan is holding up.Biden is down, Bernie Sanders is up and
Coalition defends ‘ineligible’ sports rorts grants
Coalition MPs have defended the "sports rorts" grants, despite a Senate inquiry hearing that more than 40 per cent of funded projects were ineligible.
Jagan Mohan Reddy illegal assets case: CBI files counter affidavit against Andhra Pradesh CM
The CBI filed counter affidavit before the Telangana HC, who is dealing with 11 petitions filed by Jagan seeking to quash the order of the CBI court and dispense with his personal appearance.
It’s Not Supreme Court’s Job To Tell Parties How To Select Candidates, Even If Some Look Like Criminals
India is heading for kritarchy – rule by judges – if we expect every problem to be solved by men in black robes.
Pakistan government's new social media rules draw criticism
Pakistan's government has approved new rules for regulating cyberspace which opponents say could be used to stifle dissent and free speech.
Arrest Trillanes
THE Quezon City metropolitan trial court on Friday ordered the arrest of former senator Antonio Trillanes IV and several others for conspiracy to commit sedition in connection with the “Ang Tutoong Narcolist” viral videos, which implicated President Duterte and some of his family members in the illegal drugs trade.
‘Maybe it was the Belgian Air Force’: Netanyahu on last night’s airstrikes in Syria
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insists that he doesn’t know anything about Thursday night’s attack on the Syrian capital. “I don’t know what happened last night,” the prime minister said, speaking to Radio Haifa on Friday. “Maybe it was the Belgian Air Force,” he quipped. “I don’t comment on one operation or another,” Netanyahu added. On Thursday night at 11:45 pm local time, multiple missiles which Syrian military sources believe were launched from the vicinity of the Israeli-held Golan Heights were fired at Damascus, with Syrian media saying air defense troops intercepted and downed a number of them before they could reach their targets. Social media users posted videos of air defence troops intercepting projectiles over the night sky. In accordance with long-standing practice, the Israeli military did not confirm or deny their involvement in the attack.
EFCC records 48 convictions, N8.5bn recoveries
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it has recorded 48 convictions and recovered N8.5 billion in cash and assets within one year
Trump said he's been spending his time after impeachment thinking about Nixon and looking at his White House portrait
President Trump was impeached by the House in December but acquitted by the Senate last week. President Nixon resigned before he could be impeached.
Form Four leavers now teaching in Mandera
At least 1,019 non-local teachers have left this year, official says.
Prosecutors get final word at Harvey Weinstein's rape trial in NYC
By the time prosecutors at Harvey Weinstein's rape trial give their closing argument on Friday, it will have been more than a week since jurors heard one of his accusers recount what prosecutors describe as a vile sexual encounter.
Judge Blasts Police Over “Transphobic” Tweet Visit, in Closely Watched Internet Law Case
In a case closely watched by specialists in IT and internet law, as well as the information security community, a judge has ruled in favour of...
Hundreds of Iraqi women challenge al-Sadr's call for segregation
Baghdad, Iraq - Defiant chants and combative banners filled Tahrir Square in Iraq's capital Baghdad on Thursday as hundreds of women from all walks of life gathered to demand their rights.
Grandmother of Faye Swetlik posts heartbreaking video of tragic girl singing
The grieving grandmother of South Carolina girl Faye Marie Swetlik released a heartbreaking video of the 6-year-old singing “You Are My Sunshine” — as cops launched a homicide investigation
Zelensky honors memory of Ukrainians fallen in Soviet-Afghan war
The Ukrainian leader laid flowers to the monument.
Bridges: Alex Wilson's research brings everyone into the circle
Wilson has used her work to develop a literature base around Two Spirit identities, in order to both affect change in education and policy.
Another R. Kelly accuser
An updated federal indictment against R. Kelly filed Friday in Chicago includes sex abuse allegations involving a new accuser, adding to the jailed singer's mounting legal challenges across three states.
Pompeo sets off for 1st Africa trip, will visit Senegal, Angola, Ethiopia
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo began his first trip to sub-Saharan Africa Friday, where he will aid efforts to compete with the growing influence of China and fight threats of terrorism.
Man visited by police over ‘hate incident’ hails ‘watershed moment for liberty’
The High Court ruled Humberside Police had unlawfully interfered with Harry Miller’s right to freedom of expression.
Duoye Diri: God has finally healed Bayelsa
One of the first things Duoye Diri, the new governor of Bayelsa, said after receiving his certificate of return is that God has restored and healed the state.
Bloomberg Misleads on Stop-And-Frisk
Democratic presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg misleadingly stated that he “cut” the police practice of stop-and-frisk -- a policy that he “inherited” -- by “95%” by the time he left office as mayor of New York. There were nearly twice as many stops in his last year as mayor compared with the year before he took office.
Republicans spied on Democrats' House polling data
The National Republican Congressional Committee snooped on a polling meeting of its Democratic counterparts when they left the blinds open at their headquarters.
Bayelsa APC protest Lyon’s sacking as governor-elect
Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State on Friday staged a protest against the sacking of erstwhile governor-elect David Lyon by the Supreme Court.
Scottish Tories will be the alternative to SNP ‘failure’, insists new leader
Jackson Carlaw was speaking after being elected to head the Conservatives in Scotland.
Kilmarnock 'will eradicate racists' from Rugby Park says Alex Dyer amid Alfredo Morelos abuse probe
​Alex Dyer has vowed Kilmarnock will "eradicate" racists from Rugby Park after the Ayrshire outfit launched an investigation into alleged abuse directed at Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos.
Veterans Peace UK Organise Pro-Assange Public Outreach Event
Julian Assange and WikiLeaks have been credited with helping inform military veterans who subsequently chose to speak out against US and UK foreign polices following revelations of war crimes, falsehoods, and corruption.
I'm the one who cursed that boy - Atwoli on Echesa's troubles
Echesa is currently in state custody
Texas school district invests in high-tech security software to protect students
A Texas school district has taken security to a new level by installing hundreds of cameras in its 14 schools. At any point in time, around two-dozen can have facial recognition capabilities.
NIA's painstaking Pulwama probe almost reaches dead end
"It was a blind case for us.There were lot of murmurs but everything needs to be established beyond doubt in the court of law," a senior official, who is part of the probe, said here. The first challenge was to establish the owner of the car used by suicide bomber Adil Ahmed Dar. There was nothing available from the vehicle which carried a cocktail of explosives.
Boris makes new cabinet 'parrot policies like children' in meeting
The prime minister sacked eight ministers on Thursday in a 'brutal' reshuffle that was eventually dominated by former Chancellor Sajid Javid's decision to quit.
Julia Ebner: ‘There's an adrenaline rush in undercover work, getting inside a far-right movement’
Julia Ebner spent two years infiltrating far-right networks. The counter-extremism expert discusses fear, loathing and democracy in an age of disinformation
SLAPP Suits And The Enemies Of Writing And Ideas
Writer George Packer recently won the Christopher Hitchens Prize, which has been given out yearly since Hitchen's death. The prize...
Kitgum in final preparation for St Janani Luwum day
Kitgum, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kitgum district is in final preparation to host the 43rd commemoration anniversary for the former Church of Uganda Archbishop, The most Rev Janani Luwum. This year’s memorial anniversary will be celebrated at Luwum’s ancestral village in Wii-Gweng village in Mucwini sub county, Kitgum district on Sunday, February 16th where …
Prepare to protest till CAA, NRC and NPR are withdrawn, says CPI(M)
‘People of Delhi have voted against the dark laws’
Divers search for missing man David Wright
He is believed to have been wearing a blue or beige jacket at the time with officers admitting they are "extremely concerned" for his welfare.
ECI welcomes SC order on candidates with criminal history
SC also stated the parties should submit compliance reports to ECI within 72 hours of the selection of candidates.
Jackson Carlaw: Scottish Tories are the alternative to SNP 'failure', says new leader
The Scottish Conservatives will be a clear alternative to Nicola Sturgeon and her "morally and politically bankrupt" Scottish Government, new leader Jackson Carlaw has vowed.
Karapatan opposes amendments to Human Security Act
Human rights group Karapatan has strongly opposed the amendments to Republic Act 9372 or the Human Security Act of 2007 saying these would institutionalize fascism, martial law and wholesale violations of human rights.
Man visited by police over ‘hate incident’ hails ‘watershed moment for liberty’
The High Court ruled Humberside Police had unlawfully interfered with Harry Miller’s right to freedom of expression.
Turkey to stand by Pakistan, Erdogan vows
--Turkish president reiterates support to Kashmir cause, Pakistan's stance in FATF--Slams Trump's Mideast peace plan, says 'agreement of the century is not a peace project but in fact a project fo
U.S. attorney helping review Flynn case is ex-FBI agent
ST. LOUIS — The U.S. attorney assisting in the Justice Department’s review of the criminal case of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn is an ex-FBI agent with a long background in battling white-collar crime. A person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press that Jeff Jensen, the U.S. attorney in St. Louis and …
Post Office jail terms 'a national scandal', says Telford MP Lucy Allan
Telford MP Lucy Allan has called for a parliamentary debate into the "national scandal" which saw a Shropshire post office worker jailed because of a computer glitch.
The Inconvenient Truth About ISIS
The group is even bigger now, and America’s conflict with Iran is only making the fight against it more complicated.
The Week's Best: Stories You May Have Missed
We know that rferl.org isn't the only website you read, and it's possible that you may have missed some of our most interesting journalism from the past week.
Brookman: We must not reject the voices of others, despite disagreement
Early in my career, I was taught that no one in your company ever works “for” you but that good leadership always indicates that everyone works “with” you. All opinions have value and the strength…
Prosecutor: Harvey Weinstein saw victims as 'complete disposables'
Harvey Weinstein believed he was so powerful he could get away with denigrating aspiring actresses drawn into a world where he considered them "complete disposables," a prosecutor said on Friday in closing arguments at his New York City rape trial.
Syrian Observatory: Israeli Raid Targeted Iranian Cargo Plane Landing in Damascus International
The raid Killed 7 Iranian and Syrian officers.
Fox News host attacks Roger Stone jury foreman while broadcasting her Twitter account details
Fox News host Tucker Carlson has attacked one of the jurors who convicted Roger Stone while sharing her social media details to millions of people after she spoke out in support of Justice Department prosecutors.Tomeka Hart, who served as the foreperson of the jury that found Mr Stone guilty of seven
Students Stripped For Menstruation Checks
Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.
ABS-CBN franchise can wait — Cayetano
WHILE the House leadership is aware of the clamor of many, Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano said they are not rushing the discussion on the renewal of ABS-CBN Corporation’s franchise.
Special Valentine's Gift for Prisoners
120 inmates from Eldoret GK prison were pleasantly surprised when an obscure figure decided to give them...
Amotekun: South West Governors, IGP agree on state-based arrangement; shelve regional plan
The announcement was made after the governors met with the Inspector-General Police, Mohammed Adamu, at the Lagos State House, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.
East Anglian Labour Parties opt for Sir Keir Starmer in leadership race
Constituency Labour Parties across the region are lining up to support Sir Keir Starmer in the race to become the party's new leader in the spring.
Mayor impact: Brexit felt in rural Germany as village loses its chief
Europe has not felt the full impact of Brexit yet. But one corner of rural Germany is feeling its effects already.
Editorial: Trust in Calgary city council must be restored
As the expense account scandal surrounding Coun. Joe Magliocca grows, with even the integrity commissioner snared in its net, Calgary city council has lost the trust of taxpayers.And no wonder.The …
8 days after his acquittal, Trump openly admitted sending Giuliani to hunt for dirt on Joe Biden — reversing a key part of his impeachment defence
President Donald Trump on Thursday casually cast aside one of the central claims of his impeachment defence by openly admitting sending his personal lawyer, Rudy Giuliani, to Ukraine to hunt for dirt on his Democratic rival, former Vice President Joe Biden.
Nigerian military sacks Borno villages as Boko Haram attacks spike – AI
The Nigerian military has burned and forcibly displaced entire villages in response to a recent escalation in attacks by the armed group Boko Haram.
Bong Go visits Sulu to give aid to families made homeless by fire
Over 2,227 families comprising of 11,225 individuals lost their homes due to electric overload that razed their houses and properties last February 3. Because of the incident, the families have been temporarily evacuated to the nearby sports complex and tennis court in Jolo.
Pink Floyd rocker Roger Waters bashes Donald Trump as 'tyrant,' 'mass murderer'
Pink Floyd rocker Roger Waters bashed Donald Trump at an event in New York City on Tuesday while simultaneously showing support for 2020 Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders.
Shame on you Twitter trolls for doubting Zulaikha Patel’s activism
The girl who sparked the Afro protests at Pretoria Girls High School in 2016 was invited to attend the State of the Nation Address on Thursday.
New NIRA board tasked to expedite issuance of identity cards
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Deputy Chief Justice has tasked the newly appointed Board Members of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) to restore confidence among citizens in the issuance of the National Identity Cards. Justice Alphonse Owiny-Dollo said several Ugandans have been left in a state of uncertainty by the delays …
Larry Ellison Joins Peter Thiel In Trump’s Camp
It will be interesting to see who else—if anyone—from the Silicon Valley elite follows Ellison.
Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video
Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, has withdrawn from the race over a leaked sex video, in a blow for the French president's party ahead of March local elections.
Assad regime helicopter is shot down for the second time in four days as rebels boost attacks on Syrian government
The Syrian National Coalition shared footage of a burning helicopter crashing to the ground as they announced the aircraft had been downed. Pictured is the first attack.
How Will The Democratic Primary Change Now That It’s Moving To More Diverse States?
Many observers of the 2020 Democratic primary expect that the race will be much different as it moves to states with more diverse electorates. In particular, th…
The most commonly stolen book at the San Francisco Public Library may surprise you
In liberal San Francisco, you might think sticky fingers at the public library would pull Barack Obama's "The Audacity of Hope" off the shelves. Nope. Books by conservative radio host Michael Savage get stolen the most.
Scottish Tories will be the alternative to SNP ‘failure’, insists new leader
Jackson Carlaw was speaking after being elected to head the Conservatives in Scotland.
Prosecutor: Harvey Weinstein saw victims as 'complete disposables'
Harvey Weinstein believed he was so powerful he could get away with denigrating aspiring actresses drawn into a world where he considered them "complete disposables," a prosecutor said on Friday in closing arguments at his New York City rape trial.
Videos of Syrian Helicopter Allegedly Being Struck by Militants Near Aleppo Emerge Online
Earlier on Friday, militants reoortedly shot down a Syrian army helicopter in the country’s Aleppo province, in what has become the second such downing over the past three days.
Commuter suffers horrific facial injuries after being attacked and robbed while walking to the train station
A HELPLESS woman was battered black and blue by two twisted thieves as she walked to a train station. The innocent 50-year-old was ambushed in Sydney by the despicable duo who stole her bag, phone …
My curse on Echesa is real, Atwoli says after ex-CS arrest in Sh39bn scam
Echesa was sacked two months after the supposed curse from the Cotu boss
Felt Bad: Mamata Banerjee on Not Being Invited to East-West Metro Launch
Banerjee, who was the railway minister from 2009-2011, said that she was not even informed about the inauguration after having shed tears years back to get the project approved.
Man visited by police over ‘hate incident’ hails ‘watershed moment for liberty’
The High Court ruled Humberside Police had unlawfully interfered with Harry Miller’s right to freedom of expression.
Law firms scrap dress codes and ‘Dear Sirs’ to modernise image
City tries to become better place for women to work after harassment scandals
Updated: INEC Declares Diri winner of Bayelsa guber election
The coast is now clear for the Bayelsa State People's Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the 2019 election, Senator Douye...
A Senior BBC Boss Who Gave A Speech To Hedge Fund Managers Is Still Involved In A Review Of Rules On Staff Speaking Arrangements
Kamal Ahmed apologised to BBC staff over the £12,000 speaking fee and said he would not take the money.
'How Did RDX Reach? Probe First, Then Memorial': NCP Questions Centre Over Pulwama Attack
Senior NCP leader Nawab Malik questioned the Centre over why no investigation was set up to probe the Pulwama attack details of which are still scarce
Day of reckoning for FETÖ's 'first coup attempt' in Turkey
An indictment wrapped up on Friday sheds light on the terrorist group FETÖ's bid to remove the intelligence chief in 2012, in what it terms the group's 'first coup attempt,' calling for the trial of 34 suspects including police chiefs
Supreme Court order on decriminalising politics will help set new moral yardsticks: EC
In a statement, the commission said it will reissue with changes its October 10 2018 instructions and guidelines for ensuring publicity of criminal antecedents by the candidates and the concerned political parties for the information of voters following the apex court order.
Prosecutors get final word at Harvey Weinstein's rape trial in NYC
By the time prosecutors at Harvey Weinstein's rape trial give their closing argument on Friday, it will have been more than a week since jurors heard one of his accusers recount what prosecutors describe as a vile sexual encounter with the disgraced Hollywood mogul.
Election Commission welcomes apex court order on candidates with criminal record
SC said parties fielding candidates with criminal records must tell why they had chosen them over those with clean records .It gave the EC the responsibility of flagging non-compliance to the apex court as contempt of its directions
Bidar sedition case: Arrested for portraying PM Modi in poor light over CAA & NRC, 2 women granted bail
A sedition case was slapped against two women -- the headmistress of Shaheen school and the mother of a 9-year-old student -- for their alleged involvement in staging a drama against the CAA and the NRC at the institution.
‘Valuable life lesson:’ Woman arrested for anti-Indigenous comments apologizes
Destine Spiller wrote an apology at her final mediation circle Thursday in The Pas before reading it to elders and First Nations leaders
Full FORCE of the Law! Met Police's brutal takedown of moped thugs is captured in incredible dashcam and helicopter videos
Video caught from police helicopters (pictured) and ground vehicles show how officers in London are clamping down on moped offenders with specialist tactics including ramming.
For 'Strong India', All-Girls College in Amravati Forces Students to Take Pledge Against 'Love Marriage'
Reports have claimed that the administration of the Mahila Kala Vanijya Mahavidyalaya forced the students to take the absurd pledge, which was a part of the National Service Scheme (NSS) camp.
Two patients with coronavirus in UAE have recovered: Health ministry
DUBAI: Iran’s parliamentary elections were thrown into turmoil after thousands of potential candidates were excluded from standing. The elections, due to take place on Feb. 21, will be the first test of the government since protests erupted across the country in the aftermath of the downing of a Ukrainian airliner by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in January.
Syrian Armed Forces Helicopter Shot Down in Aleppo - Reports
Militants shot down a Syrian army helicopter in Aleppo province, according to the Anadolu news agency.
AFRICOM chief conducts assessment tour in Manda Bay following January attack
MANDA BAY, Kenya, Feb 14 - The US Africa Command surveyed the progress of recent security developments at Manda Bay, Thursday and met with U.S. service - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
2nd regime helicopter downed in Syria's northwest
A second Bashar Assad regime helicopter was downed in Syria's northwestern Idlib province, local reports said Friday. According to footage circulated on...
Bloomberg’s Instagram meme ad campaign is backfiring
The Democratic candidate’s recent sponcon doesn’t seem to be convincing people he’s any more relatable, hip, or funny than he was before.
UPDATED: Suspected Mpape bank robbers arraigned
The five armed robbery suspects arrested in connection with the foiled Mpape bank robbery at a First Bank branch in Mpape, Abuja were arraigned..
Guilty in Wal-Mart mayhem
An Okanagan man pleaded guilty Friday to a slew of charges, stemming from a crime spree last spring that saw him evade police for several days.
Turkish-backed Rebels Shoot Down Another Syrian Helicopter in Idlib
Turkish-backed rebels also shot down a Syrian military helicopter in northern Syria on Tuesday, killing its crew members in a fiery crash
Boris Johnson has cancelled his planned trip to the White House after Trump slammed the phone down on him in a moment of 'apoplectic' fury
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has cancelled a trip to the US planned for next month after a furious phone call from President Donald Trump in which Trump slammed down the phone on the prime minister.
J&K: India must swiftly lift remaining curbs, says EU after envoys’ visit to Jammu and Srinagar
Diplomats from Germany, Canada, France, Italy, Poland, New Zealand, Mexico, Afghanistan, Austria, Uzbekistan, and the EU, visited the Union Territory this week.
FLQ Crisis: Pierre Trudeau's right-hand man recalls Canada under terrorist threat
Between 1963 and 1970, the separatist FLQ planted deadly bombs and kidnapped a Quebec cabinet minister. Saturday at 7 p.m., W5 interviews main players who recall the violence that occurred on Canadian soil, 50 years ago, during the FLQ Crisis.
Does Dr M need SDs to complete his term as PM?
COMMENTARY, Feb 14 — As many as 138 out of 222 MPs are alleged to have signed statutory declarations (SDs) in support of sitting Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad staying the full term in the latest political twist enveloping Malaysia. According to news reports, the remainder denied signing...
E Tū: NZ First Photographs Deeply Worrying
Reports that coalition member New Zealand First took photographs of Stuff journalist Matt Shand and RNZ journalist Guyon Espiner meeting former New Zealand First president Lester Gray in Tauranga are deeply worrying.
FIR against Bhuj college principal for forcing 64 girl students to remove underwear
Besides the college principal, police have also booked the hostel warden and two women hostel assistants.
New Scottish Tory leader Jackson Carlaw will be lucky to see out 18 months in the job
In an analysis piece, Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says party insiders see Carlaw as "prickly" and a "stop gap" leader
CIA spied on India, Pakistan, others through secretly-owned Swiss firm
More than 100 countries across the world including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh bought Swiss encryption equipment without suspecting that foreign spies, in
Pete Buttigieg’s Controversial Admiration for “Opportunity Zones”
As mayor, Buttigieg supported so-called opportunity zones, which are meant to revitalize low-income areas but in practice accelerate gentrification.
Law student released from prison after two years as high court overturns rape conviction
Osiphesona Ngcanga's future as a law student and an assistant lecturer at Nelson Mandela University was brought to an abrupt end after he started serving his jail time.
Alabama Lawmaker’s Troll Job Bill Requiring Vasectomies Is Clearly Unconstitutional
One Alabama lawmaker appears to believe she’s got the answer to “neutralize” Alabama’s restrictive abortion law. State Rep. Rolanda Hollis (D-Birmingham) introduced HB-238 on Thursday, which would require every man to get a vasectomy within a month of his 50th birthday or the birth of their third child; under the law, the procedure is to be paid for out of the men’s own pockets.
General Election 2020: Sinn Fein's Eoin O Broin says Sinn Fein can't form coalition Government without support of Fianna Fail or Fine Gael
Fianna Fail and Fine Gael have both ruled out going into Government with Sinn Fein
Trump 'wasn't bothered' by Barr criticism of tweets
President Trump was not upset about Attorney General William Barr condemning his tweets, according to the White House.
In 2 years, Florida ‘red flag’ law removes hundreds of guns
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A 23-year-old man who posted on Facebook, “I don’t know why I don’t go on a killing spree.” A West...
INEC presents certificate of return to Diri, deputy
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented the certificate of return to the candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Douye Diri as governor-elect of Bayelsa State.
U.S., Taliban reach agreement on temporary ‘reduction in violence’: official
If successfully completed, the truce will lead to a formal ceasefire, the start of peace negotiations between all Afghan sides next month and the ultimate withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan
#ComeKipWithMe: 2,000 Londoners take up Rory Stewart's offer
Independent candidate for mayor wants to hear about people’s concerns in the capital
Yesterdaze: What are the odds?
On an international day of anonymous gift-giving, James Elliott looks at some anonymous gift-giving of our own and places some bets It’s Valentine’s Day, the day on which we celebrate the bloody beating and beheading of the Roman priest Valentine in 270 AD by sending people anonymous expressions of affection and gifts. It’s basically socially sanctioned stalking, as actively aided and abetted by retailers like florists, chocolatiers and sellers of Hallmark cards. It all sounds like jolly good fun and only a little bit creepy but as any politician will tell you, and as two active Serious Fraud Office investigations into political donations illustrate, the receiving of gifts, anonymous or otherwise, can be quite problematic. Just ask Winston Peters. One of the two SFO investigations relates to claims that NZ First funnelled monetary donations through the secretive NZ First Foundation to avoid public disclosure as required under the Electoral Act. And just to clarify, the foundation’s name is not the “Secretive…
Man Sentenced For Placing Knives On Japan Prince’s Desk
A Japanese man who left two kitchen knives on the school desk of Japan's Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the throne, was given a suspended sentence.
'There is only one thing I want to discuss' - Mary Lou McDonald to phone Micheál Martin today
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has said it’s “disgraceful” that her party’s democratic mandate could be ignored by the “old boys’ club” of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael in the aftermath of last Saturday’s general election.
Gujarat hostel asks girls to prove that they are not menstruating
Students were told to remove their undergarments.
Take it from an activist who was there: Stop and frisk cost New Yorkers their lives
Bloomberg’s history with the racist policy is more troubling than you know.
Pandemonium as midnight fire guts DELSU hostel - The Nation Nigeria
There was pandemonium early hours of Friday as a midnight fire gutted a two-storey Post Graduate Hostel in Campus 3 of the Delta State University...
Jaishankar versus Ramachandra Guha: A legacy of Nehru-Patel rivalry
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday gave a pithy response to historian Ramachandra Guha on Twitter over his spiteful comment on the history
Macron Ally Withdraws Paris Mayoral Bid After Sexual Videos Emerge
Benjamin Griveaux made the announcement after a Russian performance artist in France published the private footage.
Last Week’s Cyberattack Against Iran Originated in US – Iranian Civil Defence Chief
The United States government reportedly carried out a number of cyberattacks targeting Iran’s internet infrastructure over the past year, in response to Tehran’s shootdown of a US drone over Iranian airspace in the Hormuz Strait, and other actions in the Middle East which Washington has blamed on the Islamic Republic.
Too rich to bribe: Diack tells court in Russian doping graft
The trial is now set to start in June.
Man Slapped 15-Year-Old Trump Supporter, Trashed Campaign Tent: Cops
A primary voter in Windham, New Hampshire is accused of throwing a violent fit: He slapped a 15-year-old boy, he attacked two adults who attempted to step in, and he trashed a Trump campaign tent, police said according to The New Hampshire Union Leader.
US-China bickering threatens to hobble world’s virus fight
The failure to cooperate on a pressing global health issue that has killed almost 1,400 people and infected more than 64,000 others shows just how much the relationship between the US and China has deteriorated over the past few years
Gormley: Co-op refinery labour challenges the rule of law
Unifor’s 315,000 Canadian members have been no match for Western Canada’s two million Co-op members.
Sandiganbayan convicts, acquits ex-DepEd officials of graft, malversation charges
The Sandiganbayan Second Division has convicted former Department of Education (DepEd) Region IX Director Jesus Loretizo Nieves of two counts of graft, while his co-accused, Accountant III Marilou T. Tolosa, has been acquitted of all charges.
Maharashtra govt.’s nod for transfer of Elgaar Parishad case to NIA ‘improper,’ says Sharad Pawar
NCP chief, however, clarifies there are no problems among the coalition partners
New York prosecutor says former movie producer Weinstein abused his power
NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York prosecutors told jurors that Harvey Weinstein abused his power and pushed back against claims by the former Hollywood producer’s defense team that his accusers were not credible.
‘Social roots of the current protest stronger than JP movement,’ says Gyan Prakash
There are many parallels but also important differences between the current protests and the JP movement of the 70s, says this eminent historian
Nygard accused of assaults
Ten women have filed a class-action lawsuit against Canadian clothing mogul Peter Nygard accusing him of sexual assault and sex trafficking.
Bayelsa House of Assembly Speaker may be sworn in as Governor
The Speaker of Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Monday Obolo may be sworn in as the Acting Governor of Bayelsa to fill the vacuum that will be created by the exit of the outgoing Governor,
Underworld Fugitive Dawood Ibrahim Could Be Involved In 2000 Match-Fixing Scam: ACP
It’s important to clean the gentleman’s game. 19 years ago, I did whatever I could. G Ramgopal Naik, DCP Crime
Man killed in tiff over cigarette price in Odisha's Kasaphal village
Two of the four persons, while trying to flee the spot, were caught by locals and beaten up. Their car was also vandalised.
Violent clash between police, taxi drivers leaves 3 people dead and cop injured
Violence erupted at eMbalenhle Taxi Rand in Mpumalanga where police had gone to conduct a search operation.
Macron ally pulls out of Paris mayoral race amid sex images reports
A Russian performance artist reportedly claimed responsibility for leaks of compromising sexual images involving Benjamin Griveaux.
Canada hopeful Iran will provide black boxes from downed airliner: Champagne
Canadian Foreign Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne says he sees progress in persuading Iran to relinquish the black boxes from the Ukrainian jetliner that crashed near Tehran last month.
Supreme Court issues notice to J&K govt on plea challenging Omar Abdullah’s detention under PSA
Omar Abdullah detention: The court, however, refused an urgent hearing by senior advocate Kapil Sibal, who is appearing for Pilot, and fixed the next date for March 2.
CS summoned over illegal Sh4.9bn contract
Senators want answers on a contract for provision of Health Care Information Technology.
Michelle Obama reveals what makes Barack break down in tears
Michelle Obama has revealed the circumstances that could lead to her husband, former president Barack Obama shedding some tears. The former first lady, who made a stop for Oprah 2020 Vision: Your Life In Focus tour had the most intimate conversation that ranged from her time in the White House to marriage and raising her...
Gyanvapi-Kashi Vishwanath next on the agenda of Vishwa Hindu Parishad
After getting a satisfactory verdict from the Supreme Court on Ram temple in Ayodhya, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad has now shifted its focus on the Gyanvapi
Experience: I made bombs for al-Qaida
In 1998, two US embassies were bombed, killing 200 Africans. I no longer wanted to be part of it
Sinn Fein TD: Not possible to form government without Fine Gael or Fianna Fail
The prospect of a second election is on the horizon.
SC notice to Lalu Prasad on CBI plea against bail in fodder scam case
CBI filed a plea challenging Jharkhand High Court bail granted to Yadav in one of the fodder scam cases.The order, given on 12 July 2019, has been challenged on the grounds that it was passed "erroneously"
Bloomberg courts black vote in Democratic candidate countdown
US billionaire Michael Bloomberg has launched a charm offensive to convince black voters, an important bloc in Democratic politics, that he is the right candidate to take on President Donald Trump in November.
Trump's latest possible quid pro quo involves New York, airport travel, and his tax returns
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) visited President Trump on Thursday afternoon to try and negotiate the reversal of his administration's new ban on New Yorkers participating in the Global Entry and "trusted traveler" programs, which ease border crossings and airport security lines for enrolled travelers. Cuomo had low hopes, and they were met. The governor's office and acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf said talks will continue. Before the meeting, Trump floated what appeared to be an offer he hoped New York couldn't refuse. Cuomo "must understand that National Security far exceeds politics," he tweeted, an apparent reference to the administration's purported rationale for blocking New Yorkers from the programs. "New York must stop all of its unnecessary lawsuits & harrassment [sic]." New York Attorney General Letitia James — who won a $2 million settlement from Trump over his canceled family charity and is suing him and his business on multiple fronts, including for his financial records — clapped back.…
FULL TEXT: The supreme court judgment that sacked Lyon as Bayelsa governor-elect
Just 24 hours before his inauguration as governor of Bayelsa state, the supreme court nullified the election of David Lyon, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who was declared
Trump's latest possible quid pro quo involves New York, airport travel, and his tax returns
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) visited President Trump on Thursday afternoon to try and negotiate the reversal of his administration's new ban on New Yorkers participating in the Global Entry and "trusted traveler" programs, which ease border crossings and airport security lines for enrolled
10 Things to Know for Today
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:
Atwoli: My Curse on Echesa Comes to Pass [VIDEO]
I told him I would watch him going down and he would never see me ...
In Lebanon, journalists and activists who cover protests face threats
Media professionals have raised their voices against the use of excessive force against them while they are trying to cover the mass protests.
Why Supreme Court voided Lyon’s election as Bayelsa governor
THE Supreme Court on Thursday voided the election of Bayelsa State Governor-elect, David Lyon, on the grounds that his running mate
'Humiliated' by vet scratch, owner sues Santa Anita Park
Saying a “culture of hysteria” contributed to his horse’s recent veterinarian scratch at Santa Anita Park, owner George Sharp has filed a lawsuit against the track and its owner/operator, The Stronach Group.
Toppled but Not Gone: U.N.C. Grapples Anew With the Fate of Silent Sam
A judge this week scrapped a deal to give the Confederate statue, which was torn down by protesters in August 2018, to the Sons of Confederate Veterans.
Sexism claims rock giant farm exporter
A former board member has accused the chairman of Australia's biggest wheat exporter of making sexist remarks during an industry event in Melbourne.
15 confirmed dead in Mayuge accident
According to a statement from Police, 15 died after a taxi they were travelling in rammed into a stationary Tata lorry, killing all the occupants on the spot.
Prosecutor: Weinstein saw victims as 'complete disposables'
Harvey Weinstein considered himself such a big shot in Hollywood that he thought he could get away with treating aspiring actresses like "complete disposables," a prosecutor told a jury in closing arguments Friday at his New York City rape trial.
Xi’s Pick to Save China From Virus Is Loyalist Who Lured Tesla
Barely a month ago, then-Shanghai Mayor Ying Yong was sharing a stage with Elon Musk to celebrate the release of Tesla Inc.’s China-built Model 3 sedans -- the sort of glitzy honor that comes with leading the financial hub of the world’s second-largest economy.
‘Are they mean?’ Donald Trump ‘obsessed’ with badgers, new book claims
Daily Beast reporters say president repeatedly asked about the animals in policy briefings
Watch: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya Explains Why Hindutva Is Needed In Modern Times For Survival Of Hinduism
The BJP MP said that Hindutva is a response by Hindus towards proselytising Abrahamic Faiths
PM Narendra Modi, CRPF jawans pay tribute to lives lost in Pulwama attack
Tributes are being paid to the 40 CRPF jawans who lost their lives in the Pulwama Attack last year, at a memorial in CRPF's Lethpora camp, in Srinagar.
Alleged Israeli attack on Damascus kills 7 fighters, war monitor says
'Missiles were launched from Golan Heights,' Syrian media claims.
The People v Harvey Weinstein: tension in a packed courtroom
Former film producer charged with rape and predatory sexual assault about to learn his fate
New York Mayor de Blasio endorses Sanders in 2020 Democratic race
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - New York Mayor Bill de Blasio endorsed U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders in the 2020 Democratic presidential race on Friday, the Sanders campaign said.
US brings new charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei
The justice department alleges the firm is trying to steal trade secrets from American competitors.
More Cameroonians enter Nigeria to flee violence ―UN
Almost 8,000 people have fled into Nigeria from Cameroon in the past two weeks to escape clashes between the security forces and separatists.
Gun-Free Britain? Nearly 10,000 Gun Crimes Committed in One Year
The number of gun crimes committed in the UK has increased by 27 per cent in the past five years and the number of guns seized has quadrupled
Bernie Sanders to Online Trolls: Stop 'Ugly Personal Attacks'
'Harassment of all forms is unacceptable to me, and we urge supporters of all campaigns not to engage in bullying or ugly personal attacks," Sanders said in a statement
Judge Shuts Down Copyright Troll's Cut-And-Run Effort; Hits It With $40K In Legal Fees
The art of copyright trolling is completely artless. There's no subtlety to it. Flood federal courts with filings against Does...
BJP holds meetings to review party's debacle in Delhi Assembly elections
The meetings were also attended by party candidates, councillors and local leaders
EU Threatens Israel: Annexing the Jordan Valley Will be Violent
The EU chooses to warn Israel against allowing Jews to live in Judea and Samaria rather than condemn Palestinian terrorism.
Would-Be Author Who Befriended Fotis Dulos and Quickly Creeped Him Out Charged with Trespassing: Cops
Late murder defendant Fotis Dulos befriended an apparent well-wisher who ended up creeping him out, say police in Farmington, Connecticut. The defendant Brad Ragaglia, 61, wanted to write a book, authorities said in Fox 61 report.
Here's why Harry and Meghan made a secret stop at Stanford University in California
Harry and Meghan are gearing up to launch their new charitable entity.
EFF MPs to face Parliament conduct committee after SONA disruption
EFF MPs' conduct during the State of the Nation Address will land them a date with Parliament's Powers and Privileges Committee.
US accuses Huawei of stealing trade secrets, assisting Iran
Company charged with conspiring to steal trade secrets from six US technology firms
Nirbhaya case: SC junks accused Vinay Sharma's plea; dismisses 'mentally ill' argument
In a recent development, the SC dismissed the plea of Vinay Sharma,one of the accused in the Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case. The top court had also rejected Sharma's counsel A P Singh's request to peruse the original file of recommendation made by the Lieutenant Governor and Delhi home minister Satyendra Jain for rejection of his mercy petition.
Fox Business' Lou Dobbs 'Disappointed' by Attorney General Bill Barr - One Day After Praising Barr for 'Doing the Lord's Work' (Video)
Poor host must have whiplash from his quick reversal
Amnesty urges probe into troops ‘razing’ of Nigerian villages
Amnesty International on Friday called for an investigation into the alleged burning of villages by Nigerian troops in the volatile northeast
NZLS Board approves proposed changes to lawyers’ conduct rules - Law Society
The New Zealand Law Society (Law Society) Board has approved draft changes to two sets of rules designed to deliver clear conduct and reporting standards for lawyers to address discrimination, harassment, bullying and other unacceptable conduct in the legal community.
Rahul Gandhi known sympathiser of LeT, Jaish-e-Mohammed; he's insulting security forces: BJP
"When nation is paying homage to martyrs of dastardly Pulwama attack, @RahulGandhi, a known sympathizer of LeT & Jaish-e-Mohammad, chooses to target not just the government but security forces as well. Rahul will never question real culprit, Pakistan. Shame on you Rahul!," tweeted BJP spokesperson G V L Narasimha Rao.
Scottish Conservatives: Jackson Carlaw succeeds Ruth Davidson as leader
Jackson Carlaw had been the party's interim leader since Ruth Davidson quit the role in August.
Macron’s closest ally exposed for sending X-rated sex video to young woman forcing family man to quit Paris Mayor race
THE French president’s closest lieutenant has been exposed for sending an obscene video to a young woman he was “sexting”. President Emmanuel Macron’s government was today plunged…
Trump now says he did send Rudy Giuliani to Ukraine. CNN analysts think Trump forgot his earlier lie.
President Trump told Fox News friend Geraldo Rivera on Thursday that he did send Rudy Giuliani to Ukraine to procure damaging information on his political rivals. "Was it strange to send Rudy Giuliani to Ukraine, your personal lawyer?" Rivera asked Trump on his podcast. "Are you sorry you did that?" "No, not at all," Trump responded. "When you tell me, why did I use Rudy, and one of the things about Rudy, No. 1, he was the best prosecutor, you know, one of the best prosecutors, and the best mayor." "That is literally the exact opposite of what he told Bill O'Reilly in an interview in November," CNN fact-checker Daniel Dale told Don Lemon on Thursday night, playing the clip where Trump said, "No, I didn't direct him," meaning Giuliani. "So what has changed now? Well, perhaps Trump just thinks impeachment's over with, I've been acquitted, I can say whatever I want. Perhaps he forgot that he ever denied this. Regardless, though, what he's saying now is the truth. He did direct Rudy to go there. We heard that not…
'Not the letter': Minister Mahfud clarifies dismissive remark about West Papua report
Coordinating Legal, Political and Security Affairs Minister Mahfud MD clarified on Thursday that he did not refer to documents on the victims of human rights violations in West Papua recently handed over to President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo as trash.
Jackson Carlaw new Scottish Tory leader after bitter contest
Carlaw comfortably saw off MSP Michelle Ballantyne in the race to succeed Ruth Davidson
Macron's mayoral candidate withdraws after scandal
In a heavy blow to French leader Emmanuel Macron, his former government spokesman pulled out of the race to become mayor of Paris on Friday after French...
Solidarity's Ruth Coppinger to contest Seanad election after losing Dáil seat
Solidarity politician Ruth Coppinger is to contest the upcoming Seanad election after losing her ...
President Bukele, Brute Force Is Not the Way Forward for El Salvador
The head of state’s actions threaten democracy in the Central American nation.
Merkel Challenger Assails the Chancellor With Her Own Words
While imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, Angela Merkel will unlikely be pleased by an attack that echoes her famous 1999 takedown of former Chancellor Helmut Kohl.
Bloomberg vs. Trump would be a clash of oligarchs
They share a troubling number of similarities
Macron’s Ally Griveaux Drops Out of Paris Mayoral Race After Masturbation Video Leaks Online
The scandal comes four weeks before the Paris election, leaving five candidates to compete for the capital, including the incumbent Socialist Anne Hidalgo and Griveaux’s ex-fellow party member Cedric Villani, who was forced to quit the party and run as independent after he was asked to step aside for Macron’s favourite.
Mike Bloomberg once said taking too much money from the rich and giving it to the poor was a bigger problem than income inequality
Bloomberg once said in 2018 that taking too much money from the rich was a bigger problem than income inequality. 'I think income inequality is ...
Harvey Weinstein trial nears final act after defence rests
Movie producer ‘loved’ closing remarks of his lawyer, who questioned motives of accusers
PM won't force police hand
UPDATE: 10:25 a.m. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he has no plans to order the RCMP to end the blockades of vital rail links across the country.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal invites Narendra Modi to Sunday’s swearing-in ceremony
Earlier this week, AAP leader Gopal Rai had said no political leader or chief ministers of other states would attend the event at Ramlila Maidan.
Trump now says he did send Rudy Giuliani to Ukraine. CNN analysts think Trump forgot his earlier lie.
President Trump told Fox News friend Geraldo Rivera on Thursday that he did send Rudy Giuliani to Ukraine to procure damaging information on his political rivals. "Was it strange to send Rudy Giuliani to Ukraine, your personal lawyer?" Rivera asked Trump on his podcast. "Are you sorry
Syria government forces chip away at rebel enclave
Government forces made new gains in northwestern Syria on Friday, further chipping away at the country's last major rebel pocket, a war monitor said.
Elections for primary agri-cooperative societies on Saturday
TRS likely to sweep the polls; it has already bagged 12 societies unanimously
Boris Johnson 'CANCELS trip to US to see Donald Trump' saying he is too BUSY amid transatlantic tensions over Huawei and death of British teen Harry Dunn that risk delaying a post-Brexit trade deal
The Prime Minister is said to have originally planned to visit Washington last month before moving the trip to February. But now the plans have been shelved and they will now meet in June.
Lyon out, Diri hopeful as INEC reviews judgment - The Nation Nigeria
THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) last night received the enrolled order of the Supreme Court’s judgment on the Bayelsa State
Xi's pick to save China from virus is loyalist who lured Tesla
Barely a month ago, then-Shanghai Mayor Ying Yong was sharing a stage with Elon Musk to celebrate the release of Tesla Inc.’s China-built Model 3 sedans -- the sort of glitzy honor that comes with leading the financial hub of the world’s second-largest economy.
Pak, Turkey agree to transform relations into strong partnership
Welcoming the President Erdogan to Pakistan, Dr Alvi expressed gratification
Explained Did Assad Just Capture His Highway to Victory in Syria?
The Damascus-Aleppo highway, or the M5, cuts through all of Syria's major cities and is the key to who controls the country
Madhya Pradesh: Jyotiraditya Scindia threatens to join teachers’ protest against Congress government
Guest teachers in the state want their services to be regularised. Scindia told them his party had promised to fulfill this demand in its election manifesto.
Murder of Doctor’s Wife: Police debunks viral story
The Police authorities in Kaduna on Friday said none of its officers was involved in the murder of Dr.Ataga's wife who was kidnapped
Founding Fathers’ Worst Nightmare: How Israel Normalized Foreign Meddling In US Elections.
In his 1787 farewell speech George Washington warned, “… foreign influence is one of the most baneful foes of republican government."
Police, Ataga family dismiss fake news of officer’s involvement in woman’s death
The Kaduna State Police Command has dismissed a social media report on the involvement in the kidnapping and killing of Ataga’s wife.
PM Modi, CRPF jawans pay tribute to lives lost in Pulwama attack
Tributes are being paid to the 40 CRPF jawans who lost their lives in the Pulwama Attack last year, at a memorial in CRPF's Lethpora camp, in Srinagar.
Taribo West, Babayaro, others say corruption in NFF killing, frustrating
In his playing heydey, Taribo West was a tough-tackling defender taking on the best strikers in Italy
Mohammad Umair, the Pulwama attack planner who trained in Afghanistan
India was quick to avenge the Pulwama attack. While the Balakot air strike was aimed at hitting the Jaish-e-Mohammad facility, security forces also gunned down one of the masterminds behind the attack.
Justice SC Dharmadhikari, second senior-most judge of Bombay HC, resigns
Justice Dharmadhikari sent in his resignation to the President of India. However, he did not specify the reason.
US faces rising threat of white supremacist terrorism
Reports of white supremacist propaganda jumped by more than 120% between 2018 and last year across the U.S., according to the Anti-Defamation League, revealing an increasing far-right threat
Trump’s Policy on New York’s ‘Trusted Travelers’ Is Unconstitutional
People should never be punished for things they haven’t done.
Serbia, Kosovo Ink 'Milestone' Railway, Highway Deal
Serbian and Kosovar officials have signed a deal to restore a railway link between Belgrade and Pristina and to connect the two capitals with a highway in a step toward normalizing bilateral relations.
Kwekwe CID Law and Order illegally arrest Chinese immigrant
Two Criminal Investigations Department (CID) officers attached to law and order section at Kwekwe Central Police station were yesterday given marching orders at...
Zimbabweans ready for Kasukuwere to lead them
Inflation in Zimbabwe has gone past the 500% mark, while salaries remain stagnant. A number of households are currently living below the poverty datum line and ...
Justice Dharmadhikari of Bombay HC resigns citing personal reasons
He has been constantly expressing his displeasure on the pace of the probe by the CBI and SIT into killing of rationalist Govind Pansare and Narendra Dabholkar.
Macron ally pulls out of Paris mayoral race amid sex images reports
A Russian performance artist reportedly claimed responsibility for leaks of compromising sexual images involving Benjamin Griveaux.
Justice chief blasts Trump for making job ‘impossible’
Washington, United States | AFP | US Attorney General Bill Barr on Thursday delivered a highly unusual public rebuke of Donald Trump, saying the president’s tweets were making his job at the Justice Department “impossible.” “I have a problem with some of the tweets,” Barr said in an interview with ABC News, adding: “I cannot do …
Transitional Justice Processes Critical To Lasting Peace, Security Council Hears
Michelle Bachelet was speaking during an open debate on the role of transitional justice—which includes mechanisms such as truth and reconciliation commissions—in building and sustaining peace.
Los Angeles mayor says he's the 'older, straighter' Mayor Pete: report
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti considered a presidential run earlier this election cycle. Though he didn't run, his theory that a mayor can make a good presidential candidate has been somewhat vindicated by Pete Buttigieg's surging campaign.
Uhuru Snubs Ruto for Kibicho in Kirinyaga
The Interior Principal Secretary Karanja Kibicho was sent to follow up on President Kenyatta's projects that include...
Jackson Carlaw is named as new Scottish Conservative leader
Jackson Carlaw is the new leader of the Scottish Conservatives.
Could ‘Somewhat Liberal’ Democrats Hold The Key To The Primary?
Welcome to Pollapalooza, our weekly polling roundup. Poll(s) of the week I’m not totally sure what it means to be “somewhat liberal.” In fact, “somewhat liberal…
Read Malcolm X’s last speech on this day hours after his home was bombed and a week before his assassination
On this day in 1965, Malcolm X delivered what would be his final speech to an audience in Detroit a few hours after his New York home was firebombed with Molotov cocktails while he was asleep with his wife and four daughters. Fortunately, they managed to escape but their home was extensively damaged. In the...
Macron ally pulls out of Paris mayoral race amid sex images reports
A Russian performance artist reportedly claimed responsibility for leaks of compromising sexual images involving Benjamin Griveaux.
Police captain gunned down in Iloilo encounter with rebs
According to Police Regional Office 6 director, Brigadier General Rene P. Pamuspusan, the young Capt. Espanto was the team leader of the Reconnaissance Company of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion 6 who clashed with NPA rebels in Barangay Aglobong in Janiuay municipality around 5:45 p.m. last Wednesday.
Yemen's Huthis drop 'tax' threat that jeopardised aid: UN official
Yemen's Huthi rebels have dropped a threat to tax aid, a UN official told AFP Friday, in a significant step towards resolving a crisis that has jeopardised the world's biggest humanitarian operation.
2020 Democrats step up attacks to blunt Bloomberg’s rise
Democratic presidential candidates hoping to revive their flagging campaigns are increasingly taking aim at Mike Bloomberg.
Don't mind me - with Patricia Feehily
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IRA links never came up on the doorstep insists Sinn Fein general election winner in Tipperary
New TD Martin Browne said young people had more pressing issues on their minds
Senate Passes War Powers Resolution To Stop Trump From Launching 'Illegal' Attack On Iran
The Senate on Thursday passed a War Powers Resolution aimed at preventing President Donald Trump from launching military action against Iran without congressional approval.
Macron's candidate for Paris mayor quits race over sex tape
Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow to the French president's party ahead of March local elections.
NZ First photographs deeply worrying - E tu
The journalists union, E tū is seeking an assurance from New Zealand First on behalf of its journalist members, that it is not involved in tracking journalists as they go about their work.
S. Sudan 'unity' army not ready for peace
Soldiers grapple with deplorable conditions and formal training hasn't even begun.
Tyson Fury reveals he is 'licking p*ssy' to avoid KO in Deontay Wilder rematch
The Gypsy King has an unorthodox method for strengthening his chin.
One Killed as Mortar Shell Hits Mosque in Jammu and Kashmir, India Blames Pakistan - Report
The Indian Army claimed that Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control in Poonch district after it shelled the Shahpur and Kerni sectors.
Here are Africa’s Most Handsome Opposition Leaders
Here are some of Africa’s hottest and most handsome opposition leaders with a growing support base, shaking things up in their countries
INEC declares PDP’s Douye Diri as Bayelsa governor-elect
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Douye Diri of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the governor-elect of Bayelsa state. Mahmood Yakubu, INEC chairman, announced this at the
Asked us to remove undergarments as proof of periods: Bhuj college girls allege harassment
In the times when menstruation taboos are being busted with global campaigns, at least 68 female students and hostel residents of a college in Gujarat's Bhuj were allegedly forced to strip to check who was menstruating.
Kremlin Believes Turkey to Ensure Russian Diplomats Safety Amid Threats to Ambassador
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Kremlin believes that Turkey will do its best to guarantee the safety of Russian diplomats and every Russian staying in the country, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday, commenting on threats targeting the Russian ambassador to Ankara.
Russia asks Canada to hand over files on ex-Nazi death squad member
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia said on Friday it had asked Canada to hand over case files on a 95-year-old former Nazi death squad member living in Canada to help Moscow with an investigation into the mass murder of children at a Soviet orphanage in 1942.
Schools liaison police officer, 38, died when she was hit by a train as she faced the sack over convictions for drink-driving and being drunk in charge of a child under seven
PC Lianne Matthews, 38, died just weeks before she was due to face a disciplinary hearing. She had been fined £1,000 and banned from driving for 20 months after her convictions.
The Right’s Big Lie About Roger Stone
Trump allies are saying Stone didn’t really threaten a witness. They’re wrong.
US Warship Seizes 150 Iranian Missiles En Route in Arabian Sea [WATCH]
The advanced weapon systems are similar to weapons seized last November that were en route to Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.
SC seeks J&K govt.’s response to plea against Omar Abdullah’s detention under Public Safety Act
The former Chief Minister’s sister says his life and liberty are at threat
Central Vista project will roll on, says Puri
Delhi HC has taken cognisance of 2 petitions challenging DDA’s proposed change of land-use
N700m fraud: Judge threatens to revoke bail condition for Ize-Iyamu, others
A Judge in the Federal High in Benin City, Justice M G Umar, had threatened to revoke the bail condition granted to Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu...
US Department Of Education Investigating Harvard And Yale Over $6.5 Billion Foreign Funding From China, Iran, Russia
US Department Of Education Investigating Harvard And Yale Over $6.5 Billion Foreign Funding From China, Iran, Russia
Govt must hear voices of protest: Montek Singh Ahluwalia on anti-CAA stir
He asserts that there is an urgent need to create an environment of social harmony
British ethnic minority students racially harassed: BMA
London, United Kingdom - British ethnic minority students experience racial harassment on campus and during work experience, the British Medical Association (BMA) has warned.
Senior Bombay HC judge SC Dharmadhikari resigns over transfer outside state
While it is not yet clear whether his resignation has been accepted or not, Justice Dharmadhikari told lawyers that it was his last day in office and he would not be available from Feb 17.
Couples arrested for celebrating Valentine’s Day in Indonesia
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Supreme Court’s judgement: Protest rocks Bayelsa state
Thousands of women took over the streets in Yenagoa to block major roads in order to protest the Supreme Court judgement that stopped David Lyon's inauguration as the next governor of Bayelsa state.
Dealer jailed after wallet full of cocaine is found in street, Perth Sheriff Court hears
Police seized "a number of drugs"
Joe Biden - a requiem for a political heavyweight?
I was one of those convinced Biden, with his honesty and decency and stellar political resume, was the one to beat Donald Trump but he has clearly lost much of the mojo he once had. I suspect the tragic death of his son had something to do with it, the aspect of that grief reflected in every line on his face...
One year of Pulwama: Who benefitted the most from the attack? asks Rahul Gandhi
A war of words broke out between Congress and BJP on the first anniversary of the terror attack at Pulwama on a CRPF convoy with Rahul Gandhi hitring out at the Modi government wondering who
US accuses Huawei of stealing trade secrets, assisting Iran
NEW YORK: US prosecutors on Thursday accused Huawei of stealing trade secrets and helping Iran track protesters in its latest indictment against the Chinese company, escalating the US battle with the world's largest telecommunications equipment maker.
From Omehia to Lyon: Tales of interlopers in State House
THE law, as it is said, is an ass. It depends on where the pendulum of justice swings. As governorship battles shift from the ballot box to the court
After Barr Bailed Him Out, Trump Immediately Asserted His ‘Legal Right’ to Interfere in Criminal Cases
Attorney General William Barr went into serious damage control mode on Thursday evening. Despite that, President Donald Trump went back to the well on Friday morning.
Ex-cop's 'transphobic' tweets deemed lawful after High Court battle
Harry Miller's barrister warned police guidance could have a 'chilling effect' on freedom of expression.
New US landmine policy 'reverses global progress' on de-mining
US President Donald Trump late last month cancelled the Obama-era prohibition on the use of anti-personnel landmines.
Mohammad Umair, the Pulwama attack planner remains elusive in Afghanistan
India was quick to avenge the Pulwama attack. While the Balakot air strike was aimed at hitting the Jaish-e-Mohammad facility, security forces also gunned down one of the masterminds behind the attack.
Renzi challenge threatens stability of Italian government
MILAN — Italy’s government is facing a challenge from within after former Premier Matteo Renzi instructed lawmakers from his small party to vote against a judicial reform and told ministers to boycott a Cabinet meeting.
Bloomberg Hits Back at 'Barking Clown' After Trump Claims He 'Hates Crazy Bernie'
In a series of bombastic and insult riddled tweets, Trump is trying to pit two of his Democratic presidential rivals against each other on Twitter Thursday
California Takes Revenge on Trump
People leaving the Golden State are changing the political makeup of the states they move to.
Why Is Turkey Threatening a Full-blown Conflict With Syria and to Shatter Its Alliance With Russia
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed to take military action 'everywhere in Syria' if another Turkish soldier is killed or wounded
Indian students stripped for menstruation checks
Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.
Global economic security critical, Trudeau to tell security conference
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will address the Munich Security Conference today and urge global leaders to accept that a changing world requires more effort to bring economic prosperity for all.
7 Years 18 Replacements: Did Uhuru Get it Wrong With Cabinet?
Questions emerge as a result of the several President Uhuru Kenyatta appointments into cabinet following...
Jehovah's Witnesses report convictions, torture in Russia
MOSCOW (AP) — Two Jehovah's Witnesses have been convicted of extremism in Russia and four more arrested, one of whom reported being tortured in custody, the religious group said Friday.A court in Kamchatka on Friday sentenced Mikhail Popov and his wife Yelena to fines of 350,000 and 300,000 rubles ($5,500 and $4,700) for engaging in extremist activities related to their membership in the Jehovah's Witnesses.Earlier this week the police raided some 40 homes of Jehovah's Witnesses in Chita, a city in southern Siberia, and arrested four members of the group. One of them, Vadim Kutsenko, was beaten and tasered by men who identified themselves as officers of Russia's National Guard, his lawyer Artur Ganin told The Associated P
Prosecutors get final word at Harvey Weinstein's rape trial
By the time prosecutors at Harvey Weinstein's rape trial give their closing argument on Friday, it will have been more than a week since jurors heard one of his accusers recount what prosecutors describe as a vile sexual encounter with the disgraced Hollywood mogul.
Tayport gran faces deportation to Ukraine and being torn from away her only family
A Fife grandmother who is facing the threat of deportation at any minute has pinned her final hope on a review pledged by a government minister.
'No society can progress without empowering its women,' says Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan
Thanks Pakistanis for their hospitality.
Bayelsa verdict: Oshiomole, Sylvia, Keyamo must apologise to Nigerians - Lagos PDP
The chairman of the PDP in Lagos state, Adedeji Doherty, has asked the national chairman of the APC, Adams Oshiomole, to apologize to the PDP, Bayelsans and Nigerians for allegedly attempting to steal Diri's governorship mandate.
Week of Gratitude for the Descendants of Jethro Culminates in “Shabbat Shukran”
A week of gratitude for all the Druze have done for the Jews, from Mount Sinai until the current day, culminates in reading the section of the Torah that features their patriarch; Jethro.
INEC declares Diri Duoye governor-elect of Bayelsa state
Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Diri Duoye as governor-elect of Bayelsa State.
Bidar sedition case: Two women get conditional bail
They were arrested on Jan. 30; they are likely to be released from Bidar jail on Saturday
High school on ‘code red’ lockdown after mysterious social media threats
A CODE red was in place at Lake Brantley High School in Altamonte Springs, Florida this morning following possible threats made on social media. The school was put into lock down after pictures wer…
Canada hopeful Iran will provide black boxes from downed airliner: Champagne
MUNICH — Canadian Foreign Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne says he sees progress in persuading Iran to relinquish the black boxes from the Ukrainian jetliner that crashed near Tehran last month.
Rabbi Shmuley: AIPAC Should Repair Its Relationship with President Trump
If AIPAC can apologize to the Democratic party for a mistake they made on Facebook, they can apologize to President Donald Trump.
Trump shook White House with furious swearing after Justice Department declined to prosecute Comey
President Trump's angry swearing after the Justice Department declined to charge former FBI Director James Comey with a crime last year was reportedly the talk of the White House for days.
Kanhaiya attacked by mob again in Bihar for state-wide tour against CAA
The former JNU student leader was on his way to address a rally in this west Bihar town, where Bhojpur district is headquartered, when the attack happened
This Is the Trump-Appointed Federal Prosecutor Barr Tapped to Review Flynn Case
In latest eye-popping move by the Department of Justice, Attorney General William Barr has tasked a U.S. Attorney to review the case against former Trump National Security Advisor Michael Flynn. Jeffrey Jensen, the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri, is an appointee of President Donald Trump and will reportedly be examining the circumstances of the FBI’s Flynn interview.
Bidar Anti-CAA Play: 2 Women, Who Were Arrested Under Sedition Laws, Granted Bail
The school had also claimed said that the hate-provoking utterances against the Prime Minister were not a part of the original script.
Colorado Dems Reject Bill Protecting Babies Who Survive Abortion
Colorado Democrats voted against a bill on Tuesday that would require physicians to render care to a baby who survives abortion.
BS Yediyurappa may change forest minister
Sources in the government said that in response to criticism from various quarters including the opposition Congress and civil society, Singh himself has offered to give up the portfolio. Sources said that the CM who seemed unperturbed over the issue during the last two days, has now changed his mind.
Javed Akhtar Calls PM Narendra Modi Fascist; Mahesh Bhatt Says Hating Muslim Is BJP’s Lifeline
With all the uneasiness prevailing around our country, Indian citizens have divided opinions about many decisions taken by PM Narendra Modi led BJP government. Bollywood also actively took part in the
Commemorating Pulwama Martyrs, CRPF Resolves To Weed Out Militancy From J&K
Commemorating 40 of its men martyred in the terror attack in Pulwama district a year ago, the Central Reserve Police Force on Friday renewed its resolve to weed out militancy from Jammu & Kashmir.
Libyans fatigued by worsening crisis - Red Cross chief
The Red Cross chief also highlighted the inaccessibility of emergency supplies plus how the conflict is distorting the lives of many civilians.
Frederick Koch, low-profile Koch brother, dies at 86
NEW YORK - Frederick Koch, who kept a low profile as an arts benefactor rather than joining the family oil business that became Koch Industries, has died, a
Facebook to allow paid political messages that sidestep ads loophole
The change involves sponsored items posted by ordinary users who are typically paid by companies or organisations.
Peter Obi, Abaribe, Umeh, others attend burial of Nnamdi Kanu's parents
A former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, and Senate Minority Leader, Enyinnaya Abaribe, are among early arrivals at Afaraukwu country home of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, for the burial of his parents.
Turkey increases security at Russian embassy in Ankara over threats
Turkish officials have increased security at the Russian Embassy in Ankara in the wake of threats addressed to Ambassador Alexey Yerkhov due to an escalation of tensions in Syria’s Idlib, spokesperson for the Russian diplomatic mission in Turkey Irina Kasimova informed TASS on Friday. “Yes, it is true, tensions have escalated lately. Due to this, we asked the Turkish officials to apply additional security measures,” she said. According to Kasimova, the Russian ambassador is receiving messages warning him against going out on the streets of Ankara. “We understand that the people who write this are unlikely to go out and kill, this is a way of expressing their anger. However, we need to take this into account,” she noted. Earlier, the Russian Foreign Ministry noted a rise in tensions in the Idlib de-escalation zone in the past few weeks. The Russian and Turkish military attempted to establish a ceasefire in the region, however, terrorist attacks persisted. As a result, military specialists from Russia and Turkey…
Khasadars from South Waziristan be merged into KP police soon: IG
By Hamid Khan Wazir WANA, PAKISTAN: The Inspector General of Police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sanaullah Abbasi has announced that the notification pertaining to the merger of Khasadar force of district South Waziristan into KP police would be issued within a few days. The IG KP Police on his maiden visit to the long-neglected district South Waziristan, lauded the services rendered by the levies and Khasadar force in the war against terrorism. Speaking at a function in Wana, headquarters of the South Waziristan on Friday, he said that Khasadar force rendered matchless sacrifices in war against terrorism and fought along with Pakistan army courageously and gallantly to maintain peace and stability in the country. Sanaullah Abbasi said that he was well-aware of the problems facing by the Khasadar force and steps were being taken to address their issues on an urgent basis, adding that the families of the martyred Khasadar personnel would be given Shaheed package.
Kanhaiya''s cavalcade attacked again in Bihar; vehicle damaged, many injured
The incident happened when the cavalcade, comprising about five vehicles, was coming from neighbouring Buxar where Kanhaiya Kumar had addressed a public meeting earlier in the day.
Burial of Kanu’s parents: It’s emotion provoking event – Umeh
Former senator, representing Anambra Central, Sir Victor Umeh, has regretted the demise of parents of leader of the Indigenous People of
Israel/OPT: UN List Of Settlement Businesses Offers New Hope For Accountability
The publication of a UN database which lists more than 100 companies involved in business activities in illegal Israeli settlements is an important step towards accountability in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPT), Amnesty International said today.
I have no hands in the death of Kofi B – Ofori Amponsah
Highlife musician Ofori Amponsah has come out to rubbish claims made weeks ago that he has a hand in the death of fellow highlife musician Kofi B. It
Trump Jr Calls Bloomberg 'racist', O'Brien Hits Back In Series Of Tweets
While Mike Bloomberg didn’t respond to Trump Jr's accusations, his senior adviser replied with all the blatantly racist things Trump had uttered in the past.
Your Rabbi Is Not Superman
Learn your rabbi’s strengths and figure out how to delegate the rest
Aiden McAnespie: Former soldier accused of manslaughter challenges prosecution case
LAWYERS for a former soldier accused of the unlawful killing of Aiden McAnespie at an army checkpoint more than 30 years ago are to mount a legal challenge to the prosecution case.
Man charged with attempted abduction further remanded
A 20-year-old man charged in connection with the attempted abduction of a pensioner in her late 60s in Dublin has been further remanded in custody.
They forgot that under Trump, there are two sets of rules
Of course, this unfair, inconsistent treatment of people is a stain on the justice system and extremely painful for all of us who used to work in a Justice Department where honesty and fairness were
Jewish leaders seek better policing of online hate speech
Jewish leaders called Friday for better policing of hate speech on social media platforms over concerns prompted by recent attacks that people on the margins of society are being incited online to violence. Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt, president of the Conference of European Rabbis and chief rabbi of
Naked couple protest in bed against Polish canal project
WARSAW (Reuters) - An activist couple spent Valentine’s day morning naked in bed on the site of a planned canal which Poland’s ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party wants to cut across a narrow strip of land that separates its eastern coastline from the Baltic Sea.
Forgotten History – The Torah-Underground Nexus
“It is not widely known that the Irgun’s first leader, David Raziel, studied at the Mercaz HaRav Yeshiva in Jerusalem under the spiritual leadership of Rabbi Avraham Yitzhak HaKohen Kook,” Rabbi Yehuda HaKohen, a teacher at Machon Meir Yeshiva, told The Jewish Press.
UPDATED: Forget Fashion Brands For a Moment, Politicians Are Paying to Enlist Influencers
Michael Bloomberg's campaign is looking beyond traditional television ads and social media posts in order to promote his play for President: it is investing in influencer marketing. According to reports from the Daily Beast and other news outlets, the New York-based Democratic candidate’s name is ti
County Assemblies oppose creation of 14 regional governments under BBI
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 14 – The County Assemblies Forum (CAF) has opposed the establishment of regional governments, in what has been termed as a scheme by - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Ekiti Assembly passes Amotekun bill into law
Ado Ekiti—Ekiti State House of Assembly, on Friday passed the Ekiti State Security Network Agency codenamed Amotekun bill into law.
Kent State offers students at LeBron James' school 4 years paid tuition, 1 year of room and board
The oldest class of students who have been a part of LeBron James’ I PROMISE Program since the beginning just received another unbelievable opportunity: four years of paid tuition at Kent State University, along with one year of free room and meals.
Namibia’s first lady pledges all her $3m wealth to charity
Namibia’s first lady, Monica Geingos, is promising to give away all her wealth, estimated at $3 million to charity when she dies. “I strongly believe that inheritance is one of the biggest drivers of inequality,” the first lady told the Thomson Reuters Foundation. “If I’m telling poor children that they must be well educated, have...
Foil gameplan of ‘fascist forces’ to occupy space in varsities: Aishe Ghosh
The ABVP is for the first time contesting eight central panel posts - four in arts and four in engineering faculties - for the February 19 students' union polls in the JU.
Nirbhaya Rape Case: SC Dismisses Convict Vinay Sharma’s Plea Challenging Rejection Of Mercy Petition By President
The SC did not find any merit in Sharma’s plea and thus rejected it
Zimbabwe court clears opposition official facing subversion charges
HARARE (Reuters) - A court in southern Zimbabwe ruled on Friday that an opposition official was not guilty of trying to topple President Emmerson Mnangagwa, moments after proceedings were halted when police fired teargas to disperse supporters, his lawyer said.
Trump’s impeachment is over — but what about the podcasts?
Think of the RSS feeds
Fresh clashes in Libya despite UN ceasefire call
A woman has been killed and four others have been wounded after forces loyal to eastern-based military commander Khalifa Haftar shelled parts of the Libyan capital, according to health officials.
IDF warns: Budget deficits cause us to throw intelligence information in the garbage
IDF warns: Terror attack happened because IDF lost intelligence information due to budget cuts.
Nirbhaya case: SC dismisses convict's plea against mercy petition rejection
The apex court had earlier dismissed a similar plea filed by another death row convict in the case, Mukesh Kumar Singh
Indian visits UAE, kills wife over suspected infidelity
An Indian in the UAE has allegedly stabbed his wife to death with a sharp-edged weapon over suspected infidelity outside her office here, media reports said on Friday. She was stabbed three times
Liberal media doesn’t believe Bill Barr's condemnation of Trump tweets was sincere
Attorney General Bill Barr told ABC News on Thursday that the President Trump’s tweets "make it impossible for me to do my job," in an out-of-character jab at the president – but critics on the left have dismissed the comment as a calculated move.
Sound Transit in court, Inslee on climate, milk on the menu
Day 33 of 60 of the 2020 session of the Washington Legislature in Olympia.
Mother-of-two who called a transgender woman a 'pig in a wig' is convicted of sending offensive tweets as free speech campaigners protest outside court
Kate Scottow (bottom right) was found guilty of sending offensive tweets in 2018-19 as she 'misgendered' transgender woman Stephanie Hayden (top right) and called her a 'pig in a wig'.
Two men to be extradited to North for alleged attempted murder of PSNI officer
Both men would face life imprisonment if found guilty
Lab investigates underpinnings of political polarization
Immigration. Abortion. Guns. Name a third-rail conversation topic and chances are Xiaowen Xu is talking about it—and she knows you are, too.
Alleged pension fraud: EFCC files fresh charge against Maina’s son, Faisal
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Friday, filed an amended three-count charge against Faisal Maina, son of Abdulrashe
Police Team Reaches College in Bhuj After Uproar Over Menstruation Check on Hostel Girls
The Gujarat State Commission for Women has taken suo moto cognisance of the alleged incident and has sought a detailed report from the Bhuj police.
Canada hopeful Iran will provide black boxes from downed airliner: Champagne
Canadian Foreign Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne says he sees progress in persuading Iran to relinquish the black boxes from the Ukrainian jetliner that crashed near Tehran last month.
We Voted for Boris NOT Javid
Of course, the sacking of Sajid Javid is a power grab by Boris and Number 10 BUT what is wrong with that?
Turkish-backed rebels down Syrian helicopter in Idlib
ISTANBUL/BEIRUT (Reuters) - Turkish-backed Syrian rebels shot down a government helicopter west of Aleppo in Syria’s northwestern Idlib region, where violence and displacement has spiked in recent weeks, Turkish and Syrian state media said on Friday.
Kosovo and Serbia sign historic deal on rail and road links
It comes weeks after Belgrade and Pristina agreed to resume direct flights for the first time since the Kosovo War.
Two men to be extradited to Northern Ireland for alleged attempted murder of PSNI officer
The men are wanted for attempted murder of a police officer and possession of explosive substances.
AAP will fight all local bodies elections across India to expand base: Gopal Rai
‘The party has convened a meeting of its national executive on Sunday to deliberate on expanding the party by projecting its positive nationalism’
Germany busts ‘terrorist organisation’ that planned attacks on Muslims, refugees
BERLIN, Feb 14 — German police detained 12 men today suspected of setting up a far-right organisation with the goal of carrying out attacks against politicians, asylum seekers and Muslims, the Federal Prosecutor’s Office (GBA) said. Prosecutors said four of the suspects had set up a...
Harry Dunn’s family accuse PM of delivering ‘nothing of substance’
Mr Dunn’s mother said the family feel they have to drag the Government ‘through a hedgerow backwards’.
Krystal Daniels recants statement about what happened to son, Joe Clyde
In a surprising development in the high-profile Joe Clyde Daniels criminal case. The little boy's mother, Krystal Daniels, is taking back key details she shared with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations.
UBCO brings in new leader
UBC Okanagan will have a new face heading its leadership team through the new decade.
JD(S) opposes closure of Hassan engineering college
The JD(S) on Friday alleged a “glaring discrimination” in sanctioning funds and implementing development works in the State by the BJP government and opposed the closure of the Government Engineering
Trump has already tweeted about Barr's interview complaining about his tweets
President Trump has a message for Attorney General William Barr: I will never log off. Barr in a rare rebuke of Trump on Thursday criticized the president's tweets about Department of Justice cases in an interview with ABC News, begging him to knock them off because they're making his job difficult. "I think it's time to stop the tweeting about Department of Justice criminal cases," Barr said in the interview, saying tweets like these from the president "make it impossible for me to do my job." This came amid an ongoing controversy over the Department of Justice reversing its sentencing recommendation for longtime Trump adviser Roger Stone after Trump angrily tweeted about it. So what was Trump's response to Barr begging him to stop it with the DOJ-related tweets? Another DOJ-related tweet, of course. Trump on Friday quoted a different part of the interview in which Barr said Trump has "never asked me to do anything in a criminal case," with Trump claiming this is true but only because he has "chosen not to"…
British man arrested in Egypt 'for patting police officer on back'
Authorities say Tony Camoccio sexually assaulted a policeman but his family reject accusation
Trump has already tweeted about Barr's interview complaining about his tweets
President Trump has a message for Attorney General William Barr: I will never log off.Barr in a rare rebuke of Trump on Thursday criticized the president's tweets about Department of Justice cases in an interview with ABC News, begging him to knock them off because they're making his job difficult
Cops say they have clinching evidence against Bengaluru's Bentley boy Nalpad
Investigators have CCTV footage showing MLA's son's involvement in accident
ConCourt orders CPS to pay back R318m to Sassa
'We call on the Hawks to re-open an investigation into the past relationship between CPS, the ministry and Sassa,' Corruption Watch said.
Attacks, threats against mosques raise concern as parliament discusses Islam in Germany
The recent increase in hateful attacks and threats against mosques and djemevis Alevi places of worship in Germany have sparked concern among the...
House Democrats sharpen focus on ‘henchmen’ Barr
Dems have demanded more information about Barr’s intervention in the case of Roger Stone, a longtime Trump confidant who was convicted of lying to Congress and other charges.
Indian court questions interrogation of children in anti-government play
BENGALURU (Reuters) - An Indian court on Friday ordered a state government to explain why police interrogated children who performed a play critical of a new law, a lawyer said, in a case that has raised questions about freedom of speech.
Abortion Legislation Bill Report Presented To The House
The Abortion Legislation Committee has presented its report on the Abortion Legislation Bill to the House. A copy of the report is available here.
Exploring the history of seduction, from Casanova to Tinder
Clement Knox’s new book Seduction tracks our shifting sexual mores.
Residents of northeastern Syria town speak out after clashes with US forces: video
Locals in a village east of the town of Qamishli in north-eastern Syria spoke out on Thursday at the funeral of a young man killed during a confrontation with US troops the day before. Othman Abu Asher, the former municipality officials describes the events: “Four American vehicles entered our village and started provoking the residents, so the residents of Khirbet Amo village confronted them with stones, children and women joined too, as you might have seen on TV. The martyr Faisal Khaled Mohammad confronted them with stones, and one American soldier shot him.” The uncle of 22-year old Faisal Khalid Muhammad, who was killed in clashes with US troops in the village of Khirbet Amo on Wednesday says: “We will fight the Americans and resist them wherever they exist in Syria, even if it leads to martyrdom.” “We reject the American occupation wherever it exists in Syria. We, in the village of Khirbet Amo, absolutely reject the presence of any occupier in Syria,” said a cousin of Muhammad. According to official military…
Oliver Dowden named new culture secretary
The MP for Hertsmere replaces Nicky Morgan, who has stepped down after seven months in the role.
Party faithful motivated me to seek re-election - Tano North MP
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Student loan delay: Takoradi Technical University defers 1000 students for non-payment of fees
Over 1000 students of Takoradi Technical University (TTU) have been deferred for the 2019/2020 academic year as punishment for non-payment of school fees during the first semester, MyNewsGh.com reports The decision means the affected students who have not been able to register their courses are to leave the university campus and wait for the next academic year to commence before they can have the opportunity to restart. However, according to a spokesperson for the affected students, authorities must reconsider their decision taking into consideration the number of students involved and the fact that none of them has been paid students loan they applied for from the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) since the beginning of the academic year in August, 2019. “How do you expect most of these needy students who rely on the government loan to pay their fees and register when government has not paid them anything?” She asked. She therefore called on authorities of the school to temper justice with mercy by conducting…
Facebook to allow paid political messages that sidestep ads loophole
The change involves sponsored items posted by ordinary users who are typically paid by companies or organisations.
France's 'stolen children' make emotional return to native Reunion Island
In this edition, we explore the tragic story of France's "stolen children". Between 1963 and 1982, more than 2,000 youngsters were taken from Reunion Island, in the Indian Ocean, to repopulate rural…
Inside Boris Johnson's sensational government reshuffle
The number of women in the Cabinet has fallen, while half of Johnson's top team went to either Oxford or Cambridge.
Two Glasgow brothers and schoolboy admit brutally killing Daniel ‘Zippy’ McGuigan in Castlemilk axe and knife attack
TWO brothers and a 15-year-old today admitted killing a gardener after arming themselves with a knife, an axe and a piece of wood. At the High Court in Glasgow, David Brookhouse, 38, and his brothe…
Ohio GOP Files Complaint Alleging Voter Fraud Against Dem Candidate
The Republican Party of Ohio launched a formal complaint with Ohio’s Attorney General, Dave Yost. The grievance claims that Hillary Mueri, candidate for Ohio’s 14th congressional district, engaged in voter fraud. The complaint alleges that Mueri voted twice in the 2008 primary election, both in Ohio and in California. The memo says it is a fourth-degree felony in Ohio to illegally vote in an election. From the complaint:
How Britain's new FM Sunak gets down to work in UK's Indian-looking Cabinet
His appointment has been widely welcomed, with the Pound Sterling rallying to a two-month high following the announcement
Serbia, Kosovo agree to open road, railway connections
Serbia and its former province Kosovo on Friday signed an agreement to restore a railway connection between them under U.S. mediation in a step toward...
The fight is to take back Constitution and country: Anurag Kashyap to Jamia students
The filmmaker, at the forefront of the criticism against the amended citizenship act, assured the students that he and many others stood behind the students in their long fight.
Nigerian youths crucial in anti-corruption crusade -Magu
The Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ibrahim Magu, said that Nigerian youths are crucial to the success of anti-corruption crusade as they remained the strength of the future.
OMPALAN to PDP: Stop distracting Uzodinma - The Nation Newspaper
The Imo State Chapter of Oil and Solid Mineral Producing Area Landlords' Association of Nigeria (OMPALAN), Friday asked the People’s Democratic...
From Omehia to Lyon: 9 Nigerian governors sacked by court since 1999
Since Nigeria's return to democracy in 1999, the Supreme Court has played a critical role in deciding the fate of governors after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has finished its own job.
Find killers of our son in Bayelsa, family begs police
The family of Adebayo from Wakajaiye, Ayeda-Ade Local Government Area in Osun State has appealed to the police to fish out the cultists...
Several killed in central Mali village attack, local officials say
At least 20 villagers were killed in an attack in central Mali overnight, local officials said Friday, in an apparent bout of ethnic violence in the war-torn state.
Uddhav govt’s decision to let NIA probe Elgaar Parishad case ‘wrong’: Sharad Pawar
Last month, the Centre had transferred the probe into the Elgaar Parishad case from the Pune Police to the NIA, a move then criticised by the Shiv Sena-NCP-Congress government.
Limbaugh Says US Isn’t Ready for a Gay President
Right-wing shock jock Rush Limbaugh drew bipartisan criticism Thursday for saying the country won't elect Pete Buttigieg president because he's been "kissing his husband" on stage after debates.
U.S. Secretary of State visits Senegal, Ethiopia, Angola on African tour
Pompeo is visiting Senegal, Angola and Ethiopia as the Trump administration tries to counter the growing interest of China, Russia and other global powers in Africa and its booming young population of
Harry Dunn’s family accuse PM of delivering ‘nothing of substance’
Mr Dunn’s mother said the family feel they have to drag the Government ‘through a hedgerow backwards’.
Insecurity: Sen. Shettima drums support for Buhari
Sen. Kassim Shettima on Thursday advised Nigerians to stop demonising President Muhammadu Buhari, noting that he had done enough in trying to
As Syrian regime bombardment continues, Idlib civilians freeze to death
The Assad regime's horrific attacks targeting civilians in northwestern Syria's Idlib continue, with nearly 140,000 more civilians displaced over the last...
B/Gen. Bathan of ‘Traslacion’ snafu promoted twice in a week
The Philippine National Police (PNP) bared on Friday another round of reorganization in its rank, including the promotion anew of a general who confiscated a journalist's phone during the
Pete Buttigieg to Illegal Immigrant: 'I View This as Your Country'
Former Mayor Pete Buttigieg told an illegal immigrant that he views the United States of America as "your country."
Dennis Itumbi proposes Ruto ally to join the Cabinet while Tuju is away on sick leave
Tuju is recovering at the Karen Hospital
Iran says U.S. behind large-scale infrastructure cyberattack
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- A large-scale cyberattack last weekend that targeted Iranian infrastructure appeared to come from the United States, a senior civil defense leader in Tehran said.
KBC claims siblings are in contempt of court after failing to leave property at centre of controversial eviction
The High Court today heard the McGann family has not complied with a court order.
Turkey to stand with Pakistan on Kashmir issue, Erdoğan says
President Erdoğan underlined the importance of the Kashmir issue for Turkey, reiterating the country's support to Pakistan for a solution on the basis of justice and equity
Thai man fires dozens of gunshots in central Bangkok, days after Korat mass shooting
BANGKOK: Dozens of gunshots were reportedly fired by a man near a university in central Bangkok on Friday morning (Feb 14), less than a week after ...
Harvey Weinstein was turned on by the 'fear' in his accusers' eyes and thought he was a 'master of the universe' says prosecutor who tells jury his isolation of victims is the 'hallmark of a predator'
In her closing statements on Friday, Assistant District Attorney Joan Illuzi told jurors that Harvey Weinstein's New York rape trial was all about 'power, manipulation and abuse'.
Warren Claims Bloomberg’s ‘Redlining’ Comments Should Disqualify Him from Presidential Race
Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren on Thursday took direct aim at fellow 2020 contender Michael Bloomberg, saying the former New York City mayor should not be the Democratic nominee because of comments he made several years ago blaming the 2008 housing crisis on banks abandoning racially
Sikkim Minister to stern up action against absentees, will pay surprise visits to offices
Culture and Roads & Bridges minister Samdup Lepcha chaired a district-level coordination meeting with all head of offices of the district, government
Cops who visited businessman, 54, at work over ‘transphobic’ tweets acted unlawfully
POLICE who visited a businessman at work over his alleged transphobic tweets acted unlawfully, the High Court has ruled. Ex-cop and businessman Harry Miller, 54, said the actions of Humberside Poli…
No CMs, Just PM: Arvind Kejriwal Invites Narendra Modi To His Feb 16 Swearing-in
Delhi CM-designate Arvind Kejriwal has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend his swearing-in ceremony on February 16 at the iconic Ramlila Maidan
Dad smashed a glass into another man's face because he was laughing
The judge told Robert Brown he could have 'blinded' his victim
N11.5bn fraud: Absence of witnesses stalls Alao-Akala’s trial
The trial of a former governor of Oyo State, Adebayo Alao-Akala, and two others for alleged N11.5billion fraud was on Friday stalled, due to the absence of the prosecution witnesses. The Economi...
Data | How many times did incumbents retain power in Assembly elections since 2014?
A look at the outcomes of 33 Assembly elections since the BJP's win in the 2014 Lok Sabha election reveals a significant anti-incumbency trend
Youths key to anti-graft war - EFCC - The Nation Nigeria
The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) has explained reasons for the choice of youths in its fight against corruption in the country....
How Trump’s Relationship With Barr Got So Complicated
A whipsaw week of charged decisions by the Justice Department, some favored by the president and others not, has bewildered much of Washington.
Graft-Busting Goes Into Reverse in Central America
It’s the last place in Latin America that can afford to fall behind in that struggle.
From ‘Deal of the Century’ to Iran: Valdai Discussion Club to Host Conference on Middle East
More than 50 experts from 20 countries, including Russia, the US and EU members, are expected to take part in the upcoming Valdai Discussion Club gathering which will focus on the situation in the Middle East.
Labor Unions Need All the Help They Can Get
The House just passed a bill making it easier for workers to organize. It doesn’t go far enough.
14 people sent to court in the case of German youngsters held in slavery in Maramures County
The Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT) ordered on Friday that 14 people be sent to court, including Schumann...
Ashaiman resorts to high rise buildings to save land
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INEC reveals why PDP's Duoye Diri was declared Bayelsa governor-elect
Just hours after Senator Duoye Diri of the PDP received his certificate of return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the electoral body explained why it obeyed the Supreme Court’s ruling.
Trump Claims He Has ‘Legal Right’ To Meddle In Criminal Cases Amid Roger Stone Fiasco
President Donald Trump asserted that he has the power to interfere in criminal cases on Friday morning amid the fallout...
ALRANZ Welcomes Select Committee Report
ALRANZ Abortion Rights Aotearoa welcomes the Abortion Legislation Select Committee’s report, released today.
Paris mayoral candidate quits race amid sex video scandal
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Benjamin Griveaux, a candidate for mayor of Paris who'd been endorsed by French President Emmanuel Macron, withdrew from the race Friday amid a scandal involving an extramarital affair and sexual images posted online.
Gaza balloon attacks re-emerge as threat to Israel
Explosives tied to balloons and kites first emerged as a weapon in Gaza, ruled by the Islamist group Hamas, during intense protests in 2018, when the devices drifted across the border daily, causing thousands of fires in Israeli farms and communities.
Too rich to bribe: Diack junior denies Russian doping graft
Papa Massata Diack, the son of former world athletics supremo Lamine Diack, has denied corruption linked to the Russian doping scandal.
Durham scrutinizing John Brennan’s handling of Russian interference in 2016
U.S. Attorney John Durham is reportedly reviewing John Brennan’s analysis of Russian election interference, including scrutiny of the former Obama CIA director’s handling of a secret source said to be close to the Kremlin.
Ronald Lee Moore, who was named in ‘Serial,’ linked to South Carolina cold-case murder
Ronald Lee Moore, a convicted serial burglar from Baltimore County, Maryland, came up as a DNA match in connection to the slaying of Shawn Marie Neal.
Struggling Morocco oasis risks becoming mirage
ANKARA: A Syrian military helicopter was shot down over the last major opposition bastion in northwest Syria on Friday, the second such incident in a week of high tensions with Turkey. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said two pilots were killed. The Turkey-backed National Liberation Front rebel group claimed responsibility. It came as Syrian and Russian forces pressed
Dr David Wachira: From Adversity to The World Bank Helm [VIDEO]
But it is the achievements of David Wachira, a man flying the Akorino flag high in Washington D.C. that truly highlights the relative ignorance of the Kenyan populace...
OK GOP Pushes Local Control on Arming Teachers for Classroom Defense
Oklahoma State Sen. David Bullard and State Rep. Sean Roberts are pushing legislation to streamline arming teachers.
SC rejects Nirbhaya convict’s plea against President’s decision
Vinay Sharma had challenged the rejection of his mercy plea
Transgender tweets were freedom of speech, British judge rules
LONDON (Reuters) - A British judge on Friday backed a man who was visited by police responding to his “transphobic” comments posted on Twitter, saying their action had interfered with his freedom of speech.
Trump Says He May Bar Others From Listening to Calls
President Trump said Thursday that he might end the long-running practice of letting other administration officials listen in on presidential calls with foreign leaders. That's after Trump's impeachment was triggered by his July phone call with the president of Ukraine.
Jail Statistics Give the Lie to Trump Asylum Policy
Many U.S. holding cells along the Mexican border were less than half full, even empty, during an unprecedented surge of asylum-seeking families from Central America, newly unsealed court documents show, raising questions about the Trump administration's claims that it had to make people wait in Mexico because it didn't have the means to accommodate them.
Manchester United legend slams the club for lenient approach to star during the Winter break
Scholes is unhappy that Pogba was allowed to miss their Winter training camp
Myles Garrett claims Mason Rudolph called him 'a stupid N-word' before brawl
Mason Rudolph has vehemently denied racially abusing Myles Garrett but the Browns defensive end has again alleged that was the case.
Trump maintains he can intervene in cases after Barr urges him to curb tweeting
President Trump on Friday asserted he has "the legal right" to insert himself into the Justice Department's handling of criminal cases one day after Attorney General William Barr said the president's
Defending the Undefendable: The unending list of Zanu Pf apologists
When the Zanu PF Youth league members held a press conference to name and shame people linked to Zimbabwe's economic woes some applauded the move.These were you...
AAP to fight all local bodies polls across India to expand base: Gopal Rai
Rai called BJP's nationalism "negative", asserting that AAP will expand its base by highlighting on "positive nationalism"
ALRANZ welcomes Abortion Legislation Select Committee report
ALRANZ Abortion Rights Aotearoa welcomes the Abortion Legislation Select Committee’s report, released today.
AAP to Contest All Elections to Local Bodies Across India to Expand Base: Gopal Rai
Rai said the party has convened a meeting of its national executive on Sunday to deliberate on expanding the party by projecting its "positive nationalism".
Former priest convicted in 1960 Texas slaying dies at 87
A former Texas priest who was sentenced to life in prison for the 1960 killing of a schoolteacher who came to him for confession has died, prison officials said. John Bernard Feit, 87, died Thursday afternoon at Huntsville Hospital, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice said. Prosecutors said Garza
Sanjay Nirupam Asks 'Is Delhi Congress Aware?' As Maharashtra Defies Party On NPR, Elgaar
Pointing out the disconnect between Central Congress High command and state Congress, Mumbai Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam tweeted on NPR and Elgaar Parishad
Sex tapes sink Macron's candidate, spark outrage in France
PARIS (AP) — Rivals from across France's political spectrum joined in a chorus of alarm and dismay Friday and warned that French democracy is in danger after an online leak of graphic sexual images led an associate of President Emmanuel Macron to pull out of the race for mayor of Paris.Rapid expressions of support for Benjamin Griveaux were a striking reminder of the longstanding and widely held view in France that public servants' private lives are largely off limits, especially what they do in private settings with consenting adults.A Russian performance artist who accused Griveaux of lying to Paris voters and “big hypocrisy” claimed responsibility for sexually explicit posts that apparently prompted the candidate t
Germany busts 'terrorist organization' that planned attacks on Muslims, refugees
BERLIN (Reuters) - German police detained 12 men on Friday suspected of setting up a far-right organization with the goal of carrying out attacks against politicians, asylum seekers and Muslims, the Federal Prosecutor’s Office (GBA) said.
ACT Leader Welcomes Abortion Legislation Progress
The release of the Abortion Legislation Committee’s report today is a welcome, and crucial step in abortion law reform and women’s rights in New Zealand,” says ACT Leader and MP for Epsom David Seymour.
'Cool' candidate Michael Bloomberg adds memes to campaign arsenal
Michael Bloomberg's campaign said Thursday it has invested in sponsored Instagram meme content in a new illustration of his record spending aimed at securing the Democratic presidential nomination.
Murdered Scots hairdresser 'could have been saved' by cops
Tragic Katrina O'Hara's daughter thought Stuart Thomas would be re-arrested for unlawfully contacting her mother while he was out police bail.
UNIPORT expels 8 students over alleged plagiarism, malpractices
The Senate of University of Port Harcourt (UniPort) has expelled eight students over alleged misconduct bordering on plagiarism, extortion
Labor Unions Need All the Help They Can Get
(Bloomberg Opinion) -- The House of Representatives just passed an interesting bill dealing with organized labor. Known as the Protect the Right to Organize Act, the bill would ban states from enacting so-called right-to-work laws. It would make it illegal for employers to permanently replace striking
Paris mayoral candidate drops out over sex video scandal
Benjamin Griveaux, who was standing for party of President Macron, lambasts ‘vile attacks’
Syria tensions unlikely to shake Turkey's Russian missile plans: U.S. official
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Strains between Turkey and Russia over the escalating Syrian offensive in Idlib appear not to have shaken Turkish plans to deploy Russian missile defense systems, a senior U.S. official said on Friday, despite a threat of U.S sanctions.
AAP under fire for 'ordering' school teachers to attend Arvind Kejriwal's swearing-in ceremony
The circular, signed by OSD Ravinder Kumar, further asks all school principals to make and submit a list of 20 teachers who will attend the function at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi.
Woman at center of East Tennessee pill mill investigation found guilty
The woman accused in what federal agents called one of the largest illegal pill operations in Tennessee has been found guilty.
Air strike in Afghanistan kills eight civilians
BERLIN: German police detained 12 men on Friday suspected of setting up a far-right organization with the goal of carrying out attacks against politicians, asylum seekers and Muslims, the Federal Prosecutor’s Office (GBA) said. Prosecutors said four of the suspects had set up a “terrorist organization” in September 2019 and regularly met and contacted each other by phone and
Ready to give up forest portfolio if CM wants me to: Anand Singh
Of the 15 cases against me, 12 have been stayed and three are under trial, says the Minister
Kyiv, Moscow Say Zelenskiy, Patrushev Did Not Meet In Oman
Presidential offices in Kyiv and Moscow say Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev did not meet in Oman last month, as rumors swirled following a report by the investigative journalism group Schemes (Skhemy), that showed the two officials crossed paths in the Middle Eastern country.
We want the youth to be anti-corruption ambassadors, says EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says there is the need to inculcate tenets of anti-corruption in Nigerian youth. Michael Nzekwe, head of assets recovery and forfeiture department of
Hungarian MEP: Rising Antisemitism Fueled by Illegal Immigration
Hungarian MEP Balázs Hidvéghi said this week that “radical Muslim antisemitism” is on the rise in Europe thanks to illegal immigration.
Prosecutors recommend nearly 5-year sentence for ex-Baltimore mayor in 'Healthy Holly' scandal
Prosecutors reportedly recommended nearly five years in prison Thursday for former Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh who pleaded guilty last November to conspiracy and tax evasion linked to her self-published children’s books.
Mmusi Maimane | SONA: Expensive circus should be replaced by televised speech from Union Buildings
The next president must cancel the costly process and rather resort to something more in line with the needs of the state. Namely a televised speech from the Union Buildings or at best an ordinary sitting of Parliament, writes Mmusi Maimane.
Parcel of land likely to be returned to Māori at former gateway to Pink and White Terraces
On the western shores of Lake Tarawera, Tūhourangi Tribal Authority ancestors would welcome some of the Rotorua region's earliest tourists, taking them to Te Otukapuarangi - the Pink and White Terraces.
PM Modi Pays Tribute To Martyrs Of Pulwama Terror Attack, Says India Will Never Forget Their Martyrdom
Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tributes to the martyrs of Pulwama attack
Philippines lifts deployment ban to Kuwait
The lifting of the ban means newly-hired and returning skilled workers, semi-skilled workers, professionals, and household service workers can return and work in the Gulf state
Renowned Turkish novelist acquitted in terror trial
A Turkish court on Friday acquitted renowned novelist Asli Erdogan on charges of membership of an armed terror organisation, in a case which sparked international condemnation.
AP Explains: Why Syria's M5 is Assad's highway to victory
BEIRUT (AP) — It is arguably one of the most coveted prizes in Syria’s civil war, and after eight years of fighting, Syrian President Bashar Assad has got it back.The Damascus-Aleppo highway, or the M5, is known to Syrians simply as the “International Road.” Cutting through Syria's major cities, the motorway is key to who controls the country.Assad gradually lost control over the M5 from 2012, when various rebel groups fighting to topple him began seizing parts of the country.Protests against his family's rule had erupted the year before amid a wave of uprisings in the Arab world. This soon turned into a civil war, following a brutal government crackdown on dissent and the intervention of foreign powers in th
Puerto Rico Falls Prey To $4M Online Fraud
Fraud News: An online scam targeted $4 million in retirement funds from at least four Puerto Rico agencies, according to reports on Thursday (Feb. 14).
Trump-Modi meet to outline vision for next chapter of Indo-US ties: Wells
"We are approaching an important inflection point in the US-India relationship," Wells said
10 things you need to know today: February 14, 2020
Attorney general says Trump's tweets make his job impossible, the Pentagon diverts $3.8 billion for Trump's wall, and more
Now We Know What Kind of Authoritarian Trump Aspires to Be
Over the past week, Trump has showed his commitment to creating Kyiv-on-the-Potomac.
Pete Buttigieg is like Joe Biden without the black friends
Buttigieg’s abysmal poll numbers with black voters aren’t a coincidence. He has made almost no effort to reach them
Azerbaijani President Vows To Investigate Violations During Parliamentary Elections
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has vowed to thoroughly investigate all violations at voting stations during the parliamentary elections on February 9 after the Central Election Commission annulled results from four constituencies due to irregularities.
Reinstated Myles Garrett repeats claim he was racially abused by Mason Rudolph before brawl
Mason Rudolph has vehemently denied racially abusing Myles Garrett but the Browns defensive end has again alleged that was the case.
Bayelsa Governorship: INEC still reviewing Supreme Court order - Premium Times Nigeria
The commission said it would make a decision if it should issue a certificate of return on the basis of Mr Duoye having lawful votes or if it would order fresh elections.
Man declared incompetent in San Francisco pier killing case
SAN FRANCISCO — A Mexican man who was acquitted of killing a woman on a San Francisco pier in a case that became a national flash point was found incompetent to stand trial Friday on federal gun charges. U.S. District Court Judge Vince Chhabria said in a court order that a psychiatric evaluator had concluded …
Is balance lacking on agri-food boards and committees?
Is the tillage sector being under-represented on boards and committees in the agri-food sector?
Scouting Ireland arrest: Gardaí believe there are more than 20 alleged sexual abuse victims
A number of properties were also searched by officers.
Pulwama Attack Helped BJP to Play Its Ideological Game in Kashmir
Pulwama attack reinforced public paranoia and legitimized the Balakot strike that made Modi 2.0 possible.
‘Grinding Into Her Buttocks’: PNC Bank to Pay Millions to Black Employee After Allegedly Failing to Protect Her from White Customer’s Harassment
PNC Bank could have to pay a pretty penny to settle a case of workplace sexual harassment after a former employee says the bank failed to shield her from
Pope Francis's dream
With the easy credulity that has become so typical of journalists during his pontificate, many observers, both Catholic and secular, expected Pope Francis's recent apostolic exhortation to relax the ancient discipline of clerical celibacy for some priests of the Roman Rite. This did not happen.An
‘A president can’t wave a magic wand and pass any legislation they want’: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says electing Bernie Sanders won’t guarantee Medicare for All
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez acknowledged that electing Sen. Bernie Sanders as president wouldn’t guarantee Medicare for All and other progressive policies are implemented.
Hardik Patel's wife unable to bear separation from missing husband
Though the whereabouts of Hardik Patel are yet to be traced, he had last congratulated Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on his win
The Democratic Party of 2020 Is Broken
The primary process rewards whoever arrives at the ballot box with the biggest, loudest base.
Anwar confirms he will be PM after Apec, amid rumours of ploy to keep Mahathir in power
Malaysian politician Anwar Ibrahim says Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad will remain in power until after the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) meetings are over in November.
2 rookie cops survive ambush in Quezon province
An incident report says the two patrolmen were in a mobile car when they were waylaid
Classmates show love for Faye Swetlik with Valentine’s Day cards
Classmates showed their love for Faye Swetlik by making heartfelt Valentine’s Day cards for her -- this before the tragic announcement that she was found dead not far from where she disappeared.
Where’s the love? Indonesia says no to Valentine’s Day
MAKASSAR, Feb 14 — Indonesia wasn’t feeling the love for Valentine’s Day today as authorities arrested couples in one city, scolded stores over condom displays and warned students they would be reprimanded for amorous activities. Makassar on Sulawesi island doled out some tough love with...
Latvia to seek extradition of oddball radical Beness Aijo
Latvia will ask Russian authorities to extradite National Bolshevik activist Beness Aijo who several years ago fled Latvia to join Kremlin-backed separatist fighters in eastern Ukraine, reported the LETA newswire February 12.
State Legislature to hold debate on Constitution
As the public debate over the controversial Citizenship (Amendment) Act continues across the country, the Karnataka Legislative Assembly has decided to set aside two days - March 2 and 3 - for a speci
Trump & Barr v. Kahn
“There will come cruel gods with eyeglasses, Lice and lickspittles …” — Pablo Neruda Well, at least we still have three attorneys in the Department of Justice who’ve managed to retain a shred of honor — despite their lying, boot-licking sycophant of a boss, Attorney General Bill Barr.
Democrats hunt for their Goldilocks candidate
Democrats want a nominee who motivates more voters than he or she scares away. Easier said than done.
On Valentine’s Day, transwoman-man wedding in Coimbatore becomes official
The 24-year-old man and 23-year-old transwoman had married in a temple two years ago, but had earlier not been able to get their marriage registered
Jewish Settlers for Sanders, Go Bernie Go!
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The Hardest Decision Bernie Sanders Will Make This Year
If he wins the nomination, he’ll have to choose a running mate who shares his values but expands his appeal.
Walk for Life participants to pray ‘Oratio’ against virus
Participants to the annual Walk for Life which will be held early today, February 15, will join hands in praying the Oratio Imperata against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) which has affected thousands of individuals and killed over a thousand people worldwide.
Pulwama: Rahul Gandhi poses 3 questions about attack, BJP calls him ‘known sympathiser of LeT, JeM’
On the first anniversary of the terror attack, the Congress leader asked who had benefited the most from it.
'Police were WRONG to check my thinking': Businessman's 'transphobic' tweets were LAWFUL and officers breached HIS rights by acting like 'the STASI' and arriving at his work to quiz him about 'hate incident', judge rules
Former police officer Harry Miller, 54, from Lincolnshire, who founded the campaign group Fair Cop, said the police's actions had a 'substantial chilling effect' on his right to free speech.
Yemen's Huthis drop 'tax' threat that jeopardised aid: UN official
Yemen's Huthi rebels have dropped a threat to impose a tax on aid, a UN official told AFP Friday, in a significant step towards resolving a crisis that has jeopardised the world's biggest humanitarian operation.
2 brave cops survive NPA rebels’ ambush in Quezon
SAN NARCISO, Quezon — Despite being outnumbered, two rookie cops managed to survive a broad daylight ambuscade carried out by around 50 heavily- armed men believed to be New People’s Army (NPA) rebels at the barangay of San Juan, four kilometers away from the Poblacion of this town yesterday.
People of Delhi wanted to defeat BJP at all costs: Congress leader Rajeev Shukla
He added that his party would introspect on why it failed to get a single seat in the polls, results of which were announced on February 11.
Black Americans are not a monolithic group so stop treating us like one
America’s black population includes many differences based on geography, gender and a host of other factors
SC order on decriminalising politics will help strengthen democracy: EC
In October 2018, the poll panel made it compulsory for candidates contesting elections to advertise their criminal antecedents in television and newspapers at least thrice during electioneering
Mary Lou McDonald: 'Quite disgraceful' that Sinn Féin excluded by FF and FG
McDonald is to call Micheál Martin this afternoon, but, as she said: “not to shoot the breeze or to exchange Valentine’s Day greetings”.
Revelations from Farida Waziri’s new book – Femi Adesina
Former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Farida Waziri, presented her new book to the public in Abuja
EU officials push for bloc to enforce Libya arms embargo
BERLIN — European Union officials are seeking support from member states to have naval ships enforce the U.N. arms embargo against Libya, according to a document obtained by The Associated Press on Friday.
Where’s the love? Indonesia says no to Valentine’s Day
Indonesia wasn't feeling the love for Valentine's Day on Friday as authorities arrested couples in one city, scolded stores over condom...
'A president can't wave a magic wand and pass any legislation they want': Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says electing Bernie Sanders won't guarantee Medicare for All
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez acknowledged that electing Sen. Bernie Sanders as president wouldn’t guarantee Medicare for All and other progressive policies are implemented.
Blue Jays’ McGuire ‘will definitely’ address fans about arrest, Atkins says
DUNEDIN, Fla. – Toronto Blue Jays catcher Reese McGuire wants to address his recent arrest for exposure of sexual organs once he’s completed the legal process, general manager Ross Atkins said Friday.
Nigerian military razes villages as Boko Haram attacks escalate - Amnesty International - Premium Times Nigeria
"These brazen acts of razing entire villages, deliberately destroying civilian homes and forcibly displacing their inhabitants with no imperative military grounds, should be investigated as possible war crimes."
As Beijing’s intrusions increase, can Hong Kong democrats remain united for the 2020 elections?
Hong Kong’s 18 community-level District Councils are largely powerless, and lucky they are, too. Otherwise, the officials in charge – Chief Executive Carrie Lam and her team of advisers and administrators – would be in even greater disarray. As it is, they have barely managed to contain months of unprecedented public protest sparked by her […]
Cong’s ‘disappearance’ led to BJP’s defeat in Delhi: Javadekar
The Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP swept the Delhi Assembly polls by winning 62 of the total 70 seats. While the BJP won eight seats, the Congress failed to open its account for the second consecutive election.
The Hill's Morning Report — AG Barr, GOP senators try to rein Trump in
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. Happy Valentine’s Day!
New Zealands Waitangi Day promotes Nationalism and Militarism - SEG
Every year, New Zealand’s national day attracts wall-to-wall media coverage of events at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds in Northland, where government ministers, other political leaders, tribal leaders and religious figures give speeches, ostensibly summing up the state of the nation.
Pope Francis's dream
The pope's latest treatise is a powerful critique of our modern world
Mozambique on recovery path after cyclones
IMF paints a picture of hope a year after Idai and Kenneth's devastation.
Netanyahu: 'Action in Gaza can happen before the elections'
'Disquiet in the south will be answered with force that Hamas cannot imagine,' PM Netanyahu warns.
School Employees Have Used Isolated Timeouts Illegally, State Investigations Find — ProPublica
In six of eight districts investigators examined, they found that workers broke the law by improperly secluding students. Parents say the investigations, which were prompted by a Chicago Tribune and ProPublica Illinois story, have not gone far enough.
26 bag first class as UniAbuja holds 24th convocation
The university will also confer honorary degrees to some individuals including the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed, for his exemplary leadership.
Turkish-backed rebels down Syrian helicopter in Idlib
DUBAI: Yemen’s Houthi militia have dropped a threat to tax aid, a UN official told AFP Friday, in a significant step towards resolving a crisis that has jeopardised the world’s biggest humanitarian operation. United Nations leaders and humanitarian groups held crunch talks in Brussels on Thursday to address obstruction by the Iran-backed militia that has threatened to sever
Germany struggles to crack down on far-right extremists
German authorities raided sites linked to five people suspected of forming a 'right-wing terrorist organization” and planning to carry out attacks against...
US brings new charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Justice Department has added new criminal charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei and several subsidiaries, accusing the company of a brazen scheme to steal trade secrets from competitors in America, federal prosecutors announced Thursday.The new indictment also alleges the company provided surveillance equipment to Iran that enabled the monitoring of protesters during 2009 anti-government demonstrations in Tehran, and that it sought to conceal business that it was doing in North Korea despite economic sanctions there.The company disputed the allegations in a statement and called them them “without merit." China's foreign ministry accused the U.S.
Police can’t tell if Bayelsa will have a new governor today
The inauguration ceremony should have commenced at 10 a.m. under normal circumstances.
Syrian Army approaches important town to cutoff last militant supply line from Aleppo to Idlib
BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:45 P.M.) – The situation in northwestern Syria is getting worse by the day for the militant forces, as they now find themselves on the verge of losing their last supply line between Idlib and Aleppo. READ ALSO: Russian Military Announces Aleppo-Damascus Highway is Fully Under Syrian Army Control According to a Syrian military source in the provincial capital of Aleppo, the Syrian Arab Army is approaching the strategic town of Al-Atareb, which is located along the main road between Aleppo and Reyhanli (Turkish city). This approach is imperative because Al-Atareb is one of the last towns along the roadway leading to the Kafr Lousen Crossing at the Turkish border. Should the Syrian Army capture Al-Atareb and push Sarmada, the entire militant-held pocket in northwestern Syria will be split in two, with Aleppo and Idlib only being accessible from Turkish territories.
MIT: Hackers could alter ballots in widely used voting app
The researchers said they were forced to reverse engineer an Android version of the app because Voatz hasn’t allowed transparent third-party testing of the system.
Group calls for creation of commission for persons with disabilities
President, Cedar Seed Foundation, an Abuja-based NGO that is interested in finding ways to tackle the plight of people with disabilities...
Imran wants Fazl tried for treason over govt’s ouster remarks
--PM says names of Jahangir Tareen and Khusro Bakhtiar did not surface in report on flour and sugar crisis ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday said that Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fa
No One Can Kill The A-10 Warthog, Not Even The U.S. Military
Congress wants this plane to live forever.
Father of brain-damaged baby condemns ‘terrible’ court ruling
Karwan Ali said three appeal court judges who ruled his baby son Midrar is dead ‘can’t be 100% sure’.
The Memo: Super Tuesday looms large for Democrats
Super Tuesday is looming larger than ever for the Democratic presidential candidates, even as the next two states to vote, Nevada and South Carolina, command media focus.
NOT GUILTY: Job Sikhala Acquitted Of Plotting COUP Against Mnangagwa
MDC national vice-chairperson and Zengeza West MP Job Sikhala has been acquitted of plotting a coup to overthrow President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
Judge rules estranged Muslim wife's Sharia marriage is NOT VALID under English Law in landmark High Court ruling - leaving her a 'limited' claim on his cash and property in divorce row
Nasreen Akhter wanted a divorce from her husband Mohammed Shabaz Khan who she married in a religious 'nikah' ceremony carried out by an imam in 1998.
Treone Larvadain becomes first Black female Captain in Louisiana State Police history
Treone Larvadain has made history as the first Black female Captain in Louisiana State Police history. Larvadain’s history-making appointment was announced late January. Governor John Bel Edward promoted Larvadain to lead LSP’s Protective Services unit. She took over from Captain Clay Chutz. Chutz retired after serving the LSP for 30 years under six different governors.Support...
Wisconsin governor sets up unique redistricting panel
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers (D) is taking a new weapon into the fight for control of the decennial redistricting process in a state where Democrats say Republicans have consistently built themselves a
Fair Cop founder wins partial court victory over transgender ‘hate incidents’
The High Court found Humberside Police’s actions were a ‘disproportionate interference’ with Harry Miller’s right to freedom of expression.
Media urged to help fight child labour in South Dayi
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Tamil Nadu Speaker taking action against 11 AIADMK MLAs who rebelled during 2017 trust vote, SC told
After the state’s submission, the top court disposed of the DMK’s petition to disqualify the legislators for voting against the government led by their party.
Yogi Govt Slaps NSA Against Dr. Kafeel Khan For Alleged Inflammatory Anti-CAA Speech
In a shocking development, the Uttar Pradesh government on Friday has slapped the National Security Act (NSA) on Gorakhpur-based pediatrician Dr. Kafeel Khan
Police who warned man about 'transphobic' tweet acted unlawfully
High court finds actions of Humberside police had ‘chilling effect’ on Harry Miller’s right to free speech
Samsung Electronics board chairman resigns after being jailed for union sabotage
Amidst continued scandals for the company’s heir.
US-based Ghanaian Evangelist commends government for Free SHS policy
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US brings new charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei
US Justice Department has added new criminal charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei and several subsidiaries, as announced Thursday.
Bhima Koregaon case transferred from Pune to NIA court in Mumbai
The sessions court announced its decision after the Maharashtra government did a U-turn, and said it had no objection to the agency’s petition to move the case.
"DPR" claims Surkov to remain Donbas negotiator
The Kremlin has not yet commented on this information.
Can Corporate America Get Behind Medicare for All?
One man’s crusade to sell big business on a health care overhaul
South Carolina receives NCAA notice for basketball program
South Carolina became the latest school to receive an NCAA notice of allegations over the federal probe into college basketball.
With Liberty and Justice for Some
Attorney General Bill Barr seems willing to deploy the law as a weapon, cracking down on crimes by the poor and the foreign-born while going easy on the crimes of the president’s associates.
Justice chief blasts Trump for making job ‘impossible’
US Attorney General Bill Barr on Thursday delivered an extraordinary public rebuke of Donald Trump, saying the president's tweets were making his job at the Justice Department "impossible."
Tennessee Republicans worry women will go on tampon-buying frenzy
During an annual three-day holiday, shoppers are allowed to buy computers and clothing tax-free, but a proposal to include tampons has gotten pushbackWomen can’t be trusted around tax-free tampons. If you cut the price of menstrual products they’re bound to go tampon-mad and buy boxes of the stuff, just
Erdogan backs Pak's stand on Kashmir, says issue close to both countries
Voicing his country's support to Pakistan's stand on the Kashmir issue, he said it can be resolved not through conflict or oppression but on the basis of justice and fairness.
US visa ban: Gov Emmanuel seeks waiver for Nigerians
As visa restrictions by the United States of America bites take a toll on Nigerians, Governor Udom Emmanuel has made a case for...
Ex-Nigeria stars West, Babayaro join fight to tackle graft
ABUJA, Nigeria, Feb 13 - In his playing heydey Taribo West was a tough-tackling defender taking on the best strikers in Italy's Serie A with his trademark Get the latest local and international sports updates, football, rugby, athletics, golf, cricket and more
Man indicted in fatal shooting of Louisiana Walmart employee
NEW ORLEANS — A man accused of fatally shooting a New Orleans Walmart employee and wounding a female customer has been indicted on murder charges, according to the district attorney’s office. An Orleans Parish grand jury on Thursday indicted Kentrell Banks, 21, of second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder, District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro’s office told …
'Will they take my kids away?': the immigrants refusing food aid amid Trump crackdown
The administration’s anti-immigrant agenda has made people fearful of accepting help they are legally entitled to
Attackers kill 31 in Mali village, after massacre last year at same site
BAMAKO (Reuters) - At least 31 people were killed on Friday in an attack on a village that was the scene last year of Mali’s worst civilian massacre in recent memory, the government said.
'A president can't wave a magic wand and pass any legislation they want': Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says electing Bernie Sanders won't guarantee Medicare for All
"The worst-case scenario? We compromise deeply and we end up getting a public option. Is that a nightmare? I don't think so," AOC told HuffPost.
'Farcical' to suggest FF/FG government would represent change - McDonald
Mary Lou McDonald has sharply criticised the "old boys club" of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael, claim...
Kanhaiya Kumar’s convoy attacked for the eighth time in two weeks in Bihar
A group of youths shouting slogans in support of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act and chanting ‘Jai Shri Ram’ pelted stones at his convoy.
Renowned Turkish novelist acquitted in terror trial
A Turkish court on Friday acquitted renowned novelist Asli Erdogan on charges of membership of an armed terror organisation, in a case which sparked international condemnation.
De Blasio endorses former 2020 rival Sanders for president
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is endorsing Bernie Sanders for president, a move that puts de Blasio in a position to become a leading voice in opposition to Sanders’ newest rival, Mike Bloomberg, his predecessor in leading the nation’s largest city. De Blasio, an unabashed liberal who was elected in 2013, will campaign …
Local deputies to pay the price for lack of Latvian skills
The municipal deputies the State Language Centre invites to improve their state language skills to the necessary level will have to use their own resources, according to the amendments to the Law On the Status of the Deputy of the Republic City Council and Municipality Council passed in Saeima, according to the Parliamentary Press Service on February 13.
Meru MCA dies after short illness
Petronilla Gaincchi died at a hospital in Nairobi after a short illness.
NAB court hears Chaudhry Sugar Mills reference
NAB court hears Chaudhry Sugar Mills reference
TN Budget 2020-21: Debt has tripled since DMK regime, says Stalin
Picking holes in the budget presented by Deputy Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam in the Assembly, DMK president and Leader of the Opposition M. K. Stalin on Friday said the State’s debt burden has trip
Jail execs intercept MJ, alcohol, cigarettes
The jail officers, together with JO3 Roger Aquino, JO2 Donald Usacdin and JO1 Edmund Keone David tried to approach the two but they immediately fled towards the back portion of the facility, leaving a big plastic bag they tried to hide underneath the parked vehicle.
How multi-party politics changed Kenya's economy
The economy was destabilised and the regime found itself in difficulties.
US secretary of state, Pompeo makes first trip to Africa
In his first visit to sub-Saharan Africa, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will seek to lay out a positive vision for US cooperation.
Ruth Davidson pledges ‘absolute and unwavering support’ for Jackson Carlaw’s plans for change
Ruth Davidson has pledged her "absolute and unwavering support" for new Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw after he signalled plans for a policy overhaul.
'A president can't wave a magic wand and pass any legislation they want': Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says electing Bernie Sanders won't guarantee Medicare for All, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "The worst-case scenario? We compromise deeply and we end up getting a public option. Is that a nightmare? I don't think so," AOC told HuffPost.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
How Manchester City’s bitter feud with Uefa epitomises how dirty the game really is
It is hard to make sense of the strange dance Uefa and Manchester City are conducting over financial fair play. Two impenetrable organisations are locked in battle and the result will determine
Long-Bailey vows to challenge media ‘smears and lies’ if elected Labour leader
The leadership hopeful also urged the party not to veer away from the left-wing policies in its rejected manifesto.
Bodies of Nnamdi Kanu parents arrive Umuahia for burial (Photo)
The bodies of Nnamdi Kanu parents, Eze Israel Kanu and his wife, Sally have arrived Isiama Afaraukwu ahead of their burial in the Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State. There has been building tension
Aircel-Maxis cases: ED, CBI file status report of investigation
The Enforcement Directorate and the CBI filed a status report of their investigation into Aircel-Maxis cases before a Delhi court on Friday.
Netanyahu on Nighttime Strikes Against Syria: ‘Maybe It Was Belgian Air Force’
Syrian air defences reported intercepting multiple hostile targets over Damascus on Thursday night, with the missiles said to have come from the direction of the Israeli-controlled Syrian Golan Heights.
Shelterless Syrians burn refuse for warmth in bitter Idlib winter
AMMAN/GENEVA (Reuters) - Families fleeing air strikes and advancing troops in Syria’s Idlib province are sleeping rough in streets and olive groves, and burning toxic bundles of rubbish to stay warm in the biting winter weather, aid workers say.
Varoufakis promises to release alleged recordings of 2015 Eurogroup sessions, after 'snub' by Greek parliament president
Controversial former Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis, who convincingly re-emerged on Greece's political scene after the July 2019 elections as the leader of a small Parliament-represented party, on Friday promised to release what he said are tape-recorded sessions of Eurogroup meetings in 2015.
Bayelsa: Supreme Court judgment indictment on INEC – Adegboruwa
Kayode Oyero A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun Adegboruwa, said on Friday that the Supreme Court judgment on the November 16 governorship election in Bayelsa State is an indictment on the Indep...
Pete Buttigieg is like Joe Biden without the black friends
Buttigieg’s abysmal poll numbers with black voters aren’t a coincidence. He has made almost no effort to reach them While Pete Buttigieg might feel pretty good about effectively tying with Bernie Sanders in Iowa – the votes are still being counted – and landing in second place in New Hampshire, Democrats
BCCI Anti Corruption Unit chief Ajit Singh hoping to interrogate alleged bookie Sanjeev Chawla
The match-fixing scandal rocked Indian cricket in 2000.
Father of brain-damaged baby condemns ‘terrible’ court ruling
Karwan Ali said three appeal court judges who ruled his baby son Midrar is dead ‘can’t be 100% sure’.
Tamil Nadu electorate is now 6.13 crore, up by 13 lakh
Women voters surpass men, 6,497 transpersons in electorate
Tennessee Republicans worry women will go on tampon-buying frenzy
During an annual three-day holiday, shoppers are allowed to buy computers and clothing tax-free, but a proposal to include tampons has gotten pushback
Bayelsa: INEC declares PDP's Diri as governor-elect
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the last gubernatorial election as the governor-elect of Bayelsa.
Jackson Carlaw elected leader of Scottish Conservatives
Carlaw succeeds Ruth Davidson and promises to offer ‘an ambitious alternative’ to SNP
Former Rugby Coach Ayimba Reportedly Broke, Unable To Pay For Child Support
Benjamin Ayimba, former National Rugby Sevens Coach has stated that he is financially broke and unable to settle his children's school fees.Ayimba was compelled by court order to cater for his two
S. Sudan ‘unity’ army not ready for peace as deadline looms
Mapel, South Sudan | AFP | At a remote and spartan bush barracks in South Sudan, a motley collection of government soldiers and their rebel enemies chanted in unison, raising their mock wooden guns to the sky. “South Sudan! Victory!” they cried out, as women ululated. Troops from both sides of the battlefield broke into song …
House Republicans say stealing polling data through open blinds is kosher. Democrats say it's creepy.
The campaign organizations for House Democrats and Republicans — the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) and National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) — agree on the facts of what happened Wednesday night, Politico reported Friday morning: NRCC staffers walked across the street to the DCCC's headquarters to stake out some Democratic candidates, saw the blinds open on a DCCC polling meeting, and snapped some photos, nabbing pricy and potentially useful proprietary polling data on races Democrats are focusing on in November. Republicans think they hit the jackpot, Democrats found the tactics "totally out of bounds, and downright creepy," Politico reports. "The NRCC and DCCC have disagreed on where to draw the line when it comes to opposition research. The Republican committee, for example, has declined to sign an agreement to not use hacked information in its campaigns." Still, the DCCC didn't exactly take the high road. "When you have no ideas or accomplishments to run on, you creep in…
Bernie Sanders on Social Security: Everything You Need to Know
Here's a look at how Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders would tackle Social Security's $13.9 trillion long-term cash shortfall.
2020 Democrats step up attacks to blunt Bloomberg's rise
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic presidential candidates hoping to revive their flagging campaigns increasingly took aim at Mike Bloomberg, blasting their billionaire rival for trying to buy his way into the White House and raising questions about his commitment to racial equality.Struggling to recover from poor showings in the Iowa caucuses and the New Hampshire primary, Elizabeth Warren and Joe Biden took the lead in attacking Bloomberg. Biden, the former vice president, said on ABC's “The View” that “I don't think you can buy an election," while Warren took Bloomberg to task for his 2008 comments that ending redlining, a discriminatory housing practice, helped trigger the economic meltdown.
Long-Bailey vows to challenge media ‘smears and lies’ if elected Labour leader
The leadership hopeful also urged the party not to veer away from the left-wing policies in its rejected manifesto.
Man jailed for driving at baby in pram in Milnathort after being dumped
A man who drove at speed towards a baby in a pram has been jailed for a total of 31 months.
Dems Demand Barr Resign, Float Second Trump Impeachment Over Roger Stone Controversy
Trump just needs to start acting aggressive like he did during the 2016 campaign. There's no pleasing his opponents.
A year after Pulwama attack, NIA yet to conclude final investigation
Exactly a year has passed since deadly Pulwama fidayeen (suicide) attack in which security forces suffered highest number of causalities in peacetime operations, National Investigation Agency (NIA)
NATO Chief Urges Intra-Afghan Talks
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, in an interview with TOLOnews on Thursday at the NATO defense ministers’ meeting in Brussels, said that the only thing that can create conditions fo
EU for swift end to all curbs in Kashmir
A team of 25 European diplomats visited Kashmir and Jammu on Feb. 12 to 13
Mike Bloomberg once said taking too much money from the rich and giving it to the poor was a bigger problem than income inequality, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "I think income inequality is a very big problem. But the bigger problem is, you can take money from the rich and move it over to the poor," he said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
WSU president: ‘We are open for business’
— Wright State University (WSU) will have a brighter future if it can win partners among Dayton-area businesses, Wright State’s new president, Sue Edwards, told Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce members Friday.
Caution notice from COMED-K
The Consortium of Medical Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has issued caution note for students registering for Under Graduate entrance test during 2020-21 academic year scheduled to be held on May 10th 2020.
'Basta' to Social Inequality and Castes': Vice Speaker of Italian Senate on Lifelong Pensions to MPs
On Saturday, 15 February, the 5 Star Movement (M5S) will take to Santi Apostoli Square in Rome to protest against the possible return of lifetime payments to former MPs.
Iowa Caucus: DNC Had Much Bigger Role in Failed App Than It Claimed, Leaked Docs Show
Document says DNC should have 'continual access' to security, system logs & more for infamous app
U.S. bans visits by Sri Lanka army chief over war crimes
'The allegations of gross human rights violations against Shavendra Silva, documented by the United Nations and other organizations, are serious and credible,' says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo
Los Angeles wiping out 66,000 old marijuana convictions
Los Angeles County prosecutors are partnering with a nonprofit technology firm to wipe out or reduce up to 66,000 marijuana convictions that disproportionately impacted minorities over decades. The
Angry Brexiteer destroyed on Twitter after complaining about long queue at EU airport
A Brexit Leave voter has been annihilated on Twitter after complaining about his long wait in the immigration queue at the airport. The UK officially left the EU at the end of last month which means that a British traveller will have to take the 'Other nationalities' border check queue when travelling to EU countries -- which can be a much lengthier process. And it seems some Brexit voters didn't take this consideration into account when they voted on June 23, 2016 -- including a Twitter user who had decided to take a trip to Amsterdam. 'Absolutely disgusting service at
Bayelsa: Dickson holds valedictory session
THE outgoing Governor of Bayelsa State, Hon Seriake Dickson was accorded standing ovation amidst commendations as he presides over h
Man indicted in fatal shooting of Louisiana Walmart employee
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A man accused of fatally shooting a New Orleans Walmart employee and wounding a female customer has been indicted on murder charges, according to the district...
Corruption: EFCC convicts 70 persons in Akwa Ibom
The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), Akwa Ibom Zone yesterday said it convicted a total of 70 persons in the state...
5-year-old who rescued family from fire gets honor
KINGSTON, Ga. (AP) — A 5-year-old boy who saved his family from a house fire received special recognition Friday from officials in northwest Georgia. Noah Woods woke up Sunday to...
Mark Steyn: Dems prefer a 'principled socialist lunatic' like Bernie over 'corrupt' establishment
Fox News contributor Mark Steyn said on Friday that the rise of socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., in the Democratic Party is attributed to lack of trust in “corrupt” moderates in the Democratic field.
Slovenian president pursues quest to find new prime minister
LJUBLJANA (Reuters) - Slovenian President Borut Pahor will hold more talks with political parties on Feb. 24 and 25 to try to form a new government following the resignation of the center-left Prime Minister Marjan Sarec in January.
U.S. blacklists Sri Lankan Army Chief citing killings and abuses
The sanctions imposed by Washington bar Lt. gen. Silva and his family members from entering the U.S.
‘No CCTV Footage Shows Accused Holding Bhagwa Flags,’ Says DCP On Gargi Fest Molestation Case
No evidence of any accused brandishing a saffron flag so far, police tell Swarajya.
Dostum Threatens ‘Parallel Govt’ if Election Results are Rigged
First Vice President Gen.
Vernon man already banned from driving gets jail for blowing through red light
A Vernon man already banned from driving for 10 years was sentenced to six months jail time for blowing through a red light at a busy intersection during ru
Bernie Sanders Has Chance to Beat Trump, Other Dem Hopefuls Appear Aloof to Americans – Prof
Professor Vladimir Golstein reveals why Bernie Sanders is the only Democratic candidate who has a chance of beating the president.
Jackson Carlaw: From car salesman to defender of the union
Jackson Carlaw could not be more different from his predecessor as leader of the Scottish Conservatives.
20 killed at ethnic flarepoint in central Mali
Twenty people were killed in an attack overnight on a village in central Mali, local officials said Friday, in an apparent spate of ethnic violence in the deeply troubled region.
Poll: Majority of Venezuelans Trust Neither Maduro nor Guaidó
A survey published this week by the Venezuelan polling firm Meganálisis found most Venezuelans support neither Maduro nor Guaidó.
Radical Abortion Bill ignores human rights of children - Family First
The Select Committee report considering the bill resulting from Jacinda Ardern's policy to liberalise abortion laws has come back with their report, and not surprisingly - because of the make-up of the committee and the muzzling of many people who wanted to make oral submissions - the majority have endorsed the radical and extreme bill.
Giuliani claims he can 'prove' a 'Democratic scam' in Ukraine with iPad full of 'reports' he never actually shares
Rudy Giuliani has a fresh crop of claims about Democrats' dealings in Ukraine — an iPad full of "proof" he won't let anyone else see. The former New York City mayor made a Fox Business appearance on Thursday night to push any corruption in Ukraine on Democrats' shoulders. "They're going to be very surprised when they see the report that I have" apparently revealing an "unaccounted for" $5.3 billion in Ukraine aid during the Obama administration, Giuliani said, not exactly specifying who "they" are. That aid gap apparently explains "how all those oligarchs become oligarchs," Giuliani said, making some chomping noises and motions to imitate his interpretation of how money is laundered. Giuliani goes on to mention this mysterious report over and over, which apparently shows how "not just" the Bidens engaged in a "huge Democratic scam" in Ukraine. "That's why they're so crazy on the subject of Ukraine, and why they want to literally kill me," Giuliani said of Democrats, without any proof of this murderous plot. "I…
St Helens school to open its playing fields to the public
De La Salle school says the scheme is about sharing its facilities with the community, rather than making extra money
Dues paid except for 1: CRPF releases clarification on payment dues to Pulwama martyrs
In a statement, CRPF said all dues have been cleared except for one case. It said, "Though no amount of assistance can ever match up to the sacrifice of our heroes, yet we are committed to the welfare of their near and dear ones."
Tom Del Beccaro: California’s leading export is becoming people and many of them are conservatives
California’s combination of problems brought on by failed government policies, the high taxes that threaten to go higher and the imposition of liberal social views makes many want to disassociate with California.
Rush Limbaugh draws bipartisan criticism for Pete Buttigieg remarks | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> Conservative talk show host Rush Limbaugh drew bipartisan criticism Thursday for saying the country won’t elect Pete Buttigieg president because he’s been “kissing his husband” on stage after debates.
Woman forced to rob bank during first date with man she met on dating app
Christopher Castillo met the woman on a dating app then made her rob a bank with him.
Sex-for-grade: Exam Ethics send list of 15,550 petitions to Senate
The Exam Ethics Marshall International (EEMI), an NGO, says it has forwarded a list signed by 15,550 petitions to the Senate to facilitate t
Beleaguered Biden turns to must-win South Carolina
South Carolina had long been viewed as former Vice President Joe Biden’s firewall in the 2020 race, but after disastrous finishes in Iowa and New Hampshire, Democrats are beginning to fear that even
Teenage dad threw pram during outburst, Perth Sheriff Court hears
17-year-old allowed to continue on Right Track scheme
Facebook to allow political messages considered ‘branded content’
Facebook makes no money from such posts and does not consider them advertising. As a result, branded content isn’t governed by Facebook’s advertising policies.
School climate strikers join Valentine's Day protests across world
In UK, students march on first anniversary of nationwide protests by young people
Giuliani Claims Dems Want To ‘Literally Kill’ Him Due To His Ukraine Ramblings
Rudy Giuliani, President Donald Trump’s personal lawyer, said Thursday night that Democrats want to “kill” him because of supposed insider...
George Pell High Court appeal hearing date set for March
The High Court has set a date to hear Cardinal George Pell's appeal against his convictions for abusing two choirboys in 1996 while he was Catholic The High Court has set a date to hear Cardinal George Pell's appeal against his convictions for abusing two choirboys in 1996 while he was Catholic archbishop of Melbourne.
The Church of England issues apology to Blacks, others for racist acts
The Church of England is seeking to atone for looking the other way when certain ills were committed by the Church. At its General Synod, members voted to apologize for the Church’s past actions and to “stamp out all forms of conscious or unconscious racism.” Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby said that he was “ashamed”...
Liquor banned at Kotappakonda for Maha Sivaratri
Darshan, security arrangements made for three-day festivities
Trouble At The Law Firm Filing Patently Ridiculous Lawsuits On Behalf Of Tulsi Gabbard
We've covered the two ridiculous lawsuits filed by Tulsi Gabbard in the past few months -- one against Google and another against...
Canada doesn't tell police what to do, Trudeau says of rail blockades
Amid pressure to end Indigenous protest blockades of vital Canadian rail links, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the disruptions must be resolved through dialogue, not by ordering in the police.
3 suspected NPA rebels killed in Ilocos Sur encounter
STA. LUCIA, Ilocos Sur – Three suspected members of the New People’s Army (NPA) died after a brief firefight with joint operatives of the army and police in Barangay Namatican, Sta. Lucia, Ilocos Sur on Thursday evening.
Attack kills 21 in central Mali ethnic flashpoint
Twenty-one people were killed in an attack overnight on a village in central Mali, the government said Friday, in an apparent spate of ethnic violence in the deeply troubled region.
NATO Chief Urges Intra-Afghan Talks
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, in an interview with TOLOnews on Thursday at the NATO defense ministers’ meeting in Brussels, said that the only thing that can create conditions fo
Ready to give up portfolio, says Karnataka Forest Minister Anand Singh
Karnataka’s newly-appointed Forest Minister Anand Singh, who is in the middle of a controversy with over a dozen cases pending against him, said Friday he is ready to give up his portfolio if Chief
Ethiopia parliamentary election: Poll announced for August 29
Ethiopia's parliamentary election will be held on August 29, the country's electoral board has said.
Photographer challenges culture of victim-blaming in sexual assault cases
A photographer from Bournemouth has created a project to challenge the culture of victim-blaming in sexual assault cases. Jayne Jackson, 39, has created a series of portraits taken in the style of
Fugitive Friday: Man convicted of attempted rape is wanted again
Each Friday, we're looking for your help to track down fugitives in Arizona.
Dominican convicted murderer who escaped prison twice is recaptured in Panama
Panamanian police on Thursday recaptured a Dominican man convicted of kidnapping and murdering five young people of Chinese descent, two weeks after he escaped prison for a second time.
Russian Jehovah's Witness adherent was tortured in custody, says lawyer
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian law enforcement officers in Siberia detained an adherent of the Jehovah’s Witnesses late one evening this week and drove him to a secluded area where they beat him violently and threatened him, his lawyer said on Friday.
How the Larry Nassar scandal has affected others
A former Michigan State University gymnastics coach was convicted Friday on charges that she lied to police when she denied that two teen athletes told her of sexual abuse by...
Ekiti debunks alleged padding of 248.5m WAEC fee
The Ekiti State Government has debunked report by the International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) that it inflated the May/June...
‘Bikoy’ set to post bail
Peter Joemel Advincula alias “Bikoy” is set to post bail next week over the conspiracy to commit sedition case he is facing before the Quezon City Metropolitan Trial Court (MTC).
Bayelsa: Buhari, APC govs forum chair, Badaru meet in Aso Rock
PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari on Friday met behind closed doors with Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC Governors Forum...
Sadiq Khan used to cross road to avoid being near police
The London Mayor was discussing how to restore faith in public institutions.
Suspect indicted in Bronx ambush shootings of NYPD officer, lieutenant
The man accused of opening fire on an NYPD van in the Bronx last weekend and then walking into a precinct the next day and shooting an officer was indicted on a dozen counts of felony attempted murder Friday.
Somali prez admits 'dark chapter' in Somaliland under Siad Barre
His comments on Thursday came three days after what Mogadishu called an "ice-breaking" meeting with Somaliland president Muse Bihi.
Fashion mogul Peter Nygard accused of rape, sex trafficking by 10 women in class-action lawsuit
Ten women have filed a class-action lawsuit against wealthy Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard accusing him of rape and sex trafficking, with many of them claiming they were under the age of 18 at the time of the alleged assaults.
Deciding who wins elections should not be left to courts — Odinkalu
He said part of the problems Nigeria is facing is that the judiciary is introducing “tremendous uncertainties” into electoral processes.
Trump insists he can intervene in criminal cases
WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — President Donald Trump dismissed rare criticism from his attorney general today, tweeting that he has the “legal right” to intervene in criminal cases whenever he likes. The Republican businessman has been accused by opponents in Congress of trying to strip away the...
Turkish President Erdogan vows to support Pakistan on Kashmir issue
Erdogan says the issue can be resolved not through conflict or oppression but on the basis of justice and fairness
PSA Welcomes Increased Government Funding For Homeless Support
The campaign for housing justice is a key priority of the PSA, with members across the country reporting they struggle to afford rent or mortgage payments.
De Blasio endorses former 2020 rival Sanders for president
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is endorsing Bernie Sanders for president, a move that puts de Blasio in a position to become a leading...
Myles Garrett reiterates claim Steelers' Mason Rudolph used racial slur to spark helmet-swinging incident
Just one day after getting reinstated by the NFL over the helmet-swinging incident, Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett alleged that Mason Rudolph sparked the November fight when he called him a racial slur.
EVIDENCE: Anti-Stone Juror Lied During Jury Selection, Tweeted About Trump During Trial
Mistrial!
Russia's ambition sidelines Turkey's concerns in Idlib despite crucial alliance
Russia takes a major risk in Syria by ignoring Turkey's concerns regarding both national security and the refugee flow since a crisis in bilateral ties would hurt Moscow the most, experts say
This Week in the House: Democrats Desperate to Save Abortion on Demand
Democrats desperately attempted to save abortion this week, while Republicans worked to show the dignity of unborn human life.
Weinstein Is an ‘Abusive Rapist’ Who Controlled Victims, Prosecutor Says
Harvey Weinstein stayed in touch with women he assaulted to ensure their silence, a prosecutor said in her closing argument.
Outrage in Mexico as papers publish pic of Ingrid Escamilla’s ‘skinned’ body after she was stabbed to death by ‘husband’
GRUESOME photos of a woman’s skinned body have provoked outrage in Mexico after appearing on the front page of many of the country’s newspapers. Forensic workers leaked pictures of Ingr…
New Brunswick deputy premier Robert Gauvin quits minority Tory government over health-care reforms
Gauvin told constituents in his riding of Shippagan-Lameque-Miscou he will sit as an Independent, dealing a blow to the government of Premier Blaine Higgs
Boris Johnson’s new Cabinet agrees to implement points-based immigration system
The Prime Minister chaired the meeting in Number 10 after a dramatic reshuffle which saw Sajid Javid quit as chancellor.
Zambia deploys troops to quell gas attacks by criminal gangs
Zambia has deployed soldiers to suppress a wave of attacks on civilians by gangs using a special gas to immobilise their victims.
'We Won't Stop': Despite Leader's Resignation, Algerians Keep Up Protest One Year On
Long-standing ruler Bouteflika resigned in April and the new president has offered concessions and talks to the opposition, but protesters still fill the squares
Moraine hires new city manager
MORAINE — UPDATE @ 6:30 p.m.The mayor and city council Thursday night voted to appoint Michael Davis as the city’s next city manager.
Parliament apologises to SA for the conduct of ‘certain members’
MPs 'will have to seriously consider and make a determination on whether the existing joint rules sufficiently guard against disorderliness'.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hits back at Fred over 'problems' in Man Utd dressing room
The Norwegian coach insists the squad are together and united.
Minister rejects a new job at the Foreign Office for the sake of his wife and three children under three because it involves too much foreign travel
Jake Berry's standalone Cabinet role of Northern Powerhouse Minister, created after Mr Johnson became Prime Minister last year, was axed in yesterday's reshuffle.
U.S., Taliban reach truce deal, paving way for possible withdrawal of American troops | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
MUNICH >> The United States and the Taliban have reached agreement on a temporary truce that will take effect in the coming days and, if successfully completed, will lead to a formal cease-fire, the start of peace negotiations between all Afghan sides next month and the ultimate withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan, a senior U.S. official said today.
Putin: As long as I’m President We Will Have ‘Mother’ & ‘Father’
Russian president answers concerns about fate of traditional family
Teenage boy with 'knife obsession' who stabbed man to death jailed for 4 years
The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was 14 years old when he fatally stabbed Darren Edginton in the heart in the St Paul's suburb of Bristol
In Phone Call, Zelenskiy And Putin Discuss Next Normandy Summit, Possible Prisoner Exchange
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, have discussed by phone preparations for a new summit in the so-called Normandy format and a possible prisoner swap, Zelenskiy's office said on February 14.
The DNC was reportedly 'intimately involved' with the creation of the infamous app that botched the Iowa caucuses, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - National Democratic party officials had requested access to the app before the caucuses, according to a report by Yahoo News.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Pune court transfers Bhima Koregaon case to NIA court
It said that the investigation machinery of NIA has not given legal and sufficient reasons for transferring the proceedings
ConCourt orders CPS to pay back R316m to Sassa
The Constitutional Court has refused Cash Paymaster Services leave to appeal a judgment ordering the company to pay back R316m to the South African Social Security Agency.
NIA's painstaking Pulwama probe almost reaches dead end
The role of other conspirators which included Mudasir Ahmed Khan, Qari Mufti Yasser and Kamran came to light but all of them were killed in different encounters with security forces
Trump insists he can intervene in criminal cases
President Donald Trump has been accused by opponents in Congress of trying to strip away the Justice Department's independence to benefit himself and his allies
Giulio Regeni’s parents urge Italy to help student held in Egypt
Human rights activist Patrick Zaky had been studying at the University of Bologna
Suspect in Bronx ambush shootings of NYPD officer, lieutenant indicted
The man accused of opening fire on an NYPD van in the Bronx last weekend and then walking into a precinct the next day and shooting an officer was indicted on a dozen counts of felony attempted murder Friday.
Lacson vows to call out questionable Duterte policies
Senator Panfilo M. Lacson said on Friday he would continue to support the leadership of President Duterte but ‘’would not stop calling him out on major decisions which I don't think serve the best interest of our country and people.’’
Boris Johnson’s new Cabinet agrees to implement points-based immigration system
The Prime Minister chaired the meeting in Number 10 after a dramatic reshuffle which saw Sajid Javid quit as chancellor.
Amnesty urges probe into troops ‘razing’ of Nigerian villages
Amnesty International on Friday called for an investigation into the alleged burning of villages by Nigerian troops in the volatile northeast following a recent surge in jihadist attacks.
Dostum Threatens ‘Parallel Govt’ if Election Results are Rigged
First Vice President Gen.
Azie Taylor Morton, the only African American to hold the post of Treasurer of the United States
Her obituary described her as “passionate about public service and the necessity of giving back to the community.” Azie Taylor Morton did that and more, taking into consideration her underprivileged childhood. Born on February 1, 1936, in Dale, Texas, to a mother who was deaf and mute, Taylor did not know her father and was...
Prosecutors make closing arguments at Harvey Weinstein’s rape trial in New York
Weinstein is charged with raping a woman in a Manhattan hotel room in 2013 and forcibly performing oral sex on a different woman in 2006
1980s conservatory to be replaced with traditional orangery at Stafford hall
A 1980s-style conservatory built on the side of a Grade II listed country house without planning permission is now set to be replaced with a more traditional-looking orangery after councillors gave plans the go ahead.
IPOB alleges hijack of 40 mourners attending Kanu's parents' burial
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) on Friday said three buses conveying mourners attending the burial of the parents of its leader, Nnamdi...
San Francisco Public Library's Most Commonly Stolen Book: Michael Savage's 'Liberalism Is a Mental Disorder'
Michael Savage's Liberalism is a Mental Disorder is the most commonly stolen book at the San Francisco Public Library.
Air strike in Afghanistan kills eight civilians
JUBA: South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Friday dismissed international calls for compromise with his foes to break a deadlock that threatens a cease-fire in their six year war. Kiir and rebel chief Riek Machar are under increasing pressure to resolve their differences by February 22 and form a unity government as part of a peace agreement. The pair have already missed two
Kontra Daya prods Comelec to resolve complaints against Cardema
Poll watchdog group Kontra Daya has called on the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) to already resolve the pending complaints against the Duterte Youth party-list of disqualified nominee Ronald Cardema.
The DNC was reportedly 'intimately involved' with the creation of the infamous app that botched the Iowa caucuses
National Democratic party officials had requested access to the app before the caucuses, according to a report by Yahoo News.
Pune session court transfers hearings of Elgar Parishad case to NIA court
A Pune sessions court on Friday allowed the transfer of the politically sensitive Bhima Koregaon case to an NIA court in Mumbai after Uddhav Thackeray-led-Maharashtra government gave a nod by giving 'No Objection' to the NIA taking over the probe.
Zimbabwe battles to clear huge passport backlog
Country seeks to clear more than 400,000 passports dating as far back as 2018.
Giuliani claims he can 'prove' a 'Democratic scam' in Ukraine with iPad full of 'reports' he never actually shares
Rudy Giuliani has a fresh crop of claims about Democrats' dealings in Ukraine — an iPad full of "proof" he won't let anyone else see.The former New York City mayor made a Fox Business appearance on Thursday night to push any corruption in Ukraine on Democrats' shoulders. "They
Bloomberg leads in Florida: Poll
Michael Bloomberg took the lead in a new Florida Democratic primary poll, showing positive results for the former New York City mayor's expensive campaign strategy.
Police reviewing arms, ammunition stock
DIG, Armed Police Battalion, heading the survey
Fazlur Rehman should be tried under Article 6, says PM Imran
The premier speaks about inflation, wheat shortage and false news in an informal conversation with media.
Lee Child says united Ireland 'hundreds of years overdue'
One of Britain's most famous authors has told of his hopes for a united Ireland, saying the move is hundreds of years overdue.
Suspended ZANU-Pf Youth Leaders In Dramatic U-Turn On Corruption Claims
ZANU-Pf Youth Leader's In u-Turn on corruption after having come under fire for their misguided activism and failing to follow procedure
Media Statement by Renae Maihi
I welcome Sir Robert Jones' decision to abandon his defamation proceedings against me today.
Evil husband 'seals cheating wife's vagina shut with superglue after discovering affair'
Dennis Mumo, from the southern Kenyan county of Kitui, reportedly learned of his wife’s alleged indiscretions through her social media messages.
Edduba widens lead over Tubban in Kalinga gubernatorial poll recount
BAGUIO CITY – After losing by just 10 votes in the 2019 elections, former Kalinga vice governor James Edduba now finds himself leading Governor-elect Ferdinand Tubban in the initial recount at pilot precincts in an election protest he filed with the Commission on Election (Comelec).
Modi's hate-filled campaign seals his defeat in India's local elections
India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's BJP hate campaign backfired in the capital Delhi's assembly elections last week, with voters witnessing the most...
Viral Posts Spread Iran-‘Deep State’ Conspiracy Theory
An online conspiracy theory falsely claims that Democratic leaders coordinated the June attacks on two oil tankers and a U.S. drone and that President Donald Trump caught them in the act. The Trump administration has placed the blame squarely on Iran.
Bayelsa: PDP believes in rule of law – Secondus
The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Mr Uche Secondus, on Friday, said the party believes in the rule of law, adding that there was no point to protest a judgment which was in agr...
Join fight against corruption, Okowa urges youths
Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, has urged Nigerian youths to be actively involved in the fight against corruption in the country.
Ethiopian MPs ratify law criminalising hate speech
Some say the law obstructs citizens' rights to freedom of speech and opinion.
Murder accused had no previous girlfriends, court hears
The mother of a man accused of murdering his mother-in-law, has told the Central Criminal Court her son had no previous girlfriends before meeting the woman whose mother he is accused of killing.
Attorney General William Barr Has Been Pissed for Weeks: Report
Many have noted that there are plenty of possible ulterior motives behind William Barr’s news interview rebuke of President Donald Trump’s tweets, but another report is painting the picture of an attorney general who really is fed up.
Author Lee Child: A united Ireland is hundreds of years overdue
The best-selling writer said he is in the process of applying for an Irish passport.
After MIT Find Vulnerabilities, Medici Ventures Defends Blockchain Voting App Voatz
CEO of Overstock has issued a statement supporting blockchain in voting in response to the technology’s recently published vulnerabilities claims.
Macron Ally Steps Down From Paris Mayorals Over Sex-Tape Leak
Macron's Paris mayoral candidate has withdrawn from the race after "compromising videos" of a sexual nature emerged online.
More St Helens council staff are being abused at work
Nearly 400 employees have come into 'conflict' with a member of the public
Clonmel Show Society pay tribute to Dr Richard Quirke's lasting legacy
KNOWN FOR HIS HUMOUR, INITIATIVE AND MOTIVATION
Second senior-most judge of Bombay High Court SC Dharmadhikari resigns
In a development that raised many eyebrows, Justice Satyaranjan Dharmadhikari, the second senior-most judge of the Bombay High Court has resigned. Justice Dharmadhikari (59), who belongs to the
Moment dad is stabbed to death by drug dealer after row over drink
‘It was utterly merciless.'
The DNC was reportedly 'intimately involved' with the creation of the infamous app that botched the Iowa caucuses
National Democratic party officials had requested access to the app before the caucuses, according to a report by Yahoo News.
Peter Obi, Abaribe attend funeral of Nnamdi Kanu’s parents
Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra state, and Enyinnaya Abaribe the funeral ceremony of Eze Kanu and his wife, king and queen of Afaraukwu in Abia state.
Russia's ambition sidelines Turkey's concerns in Idlib despite crucial alliance
Russia takes a major risk in Syria by ignoring Turkey's concerns regarding both national security and the refugee flow since a crisis in bilateral ties would hurt Moscow the most, experts say
Garda with PTSD who sued over delay on sick pay application to get decision
Garda told ‘I will leave your wife a widow’ after investigation into gang, court hears
Rishi Sunak could be more relaxed on public spending, hints No 10
Newly-appointed chancellor could be given room to manoeuvre with deadline extension
US visa ban frustrates man, stops him from bringing his new wife to America
The US visa ban placed on Nigeria and 13 other countries on Friday, January 30, has aborted Saheed’s plan to give his family a comfortable life in America.
Don Jr calls up pro-Trump 15-year-old who was attacked in NH: ‘My family has your back'
Donald Trump Jr. reached out to the 15-year-old Trump supporter who was allegedly assaulted on New Hampshire primary day this week, telling him that the Trump family has “family has your back.”
Kafeel Khan charged under National Security Act for anti-CAA speech at AMU
Minutes before his release on bail, the Uttar Pradesh government on Friday charged Kafeel Khan, a Gorakhpur based doctor, under National Security Act (NSA) for allegedly delivering an ''inflammatory
EFCC: How a corps member’s petition made us recover N320m from INEC
Abdullahi Lawal, Sokoto zonal head of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), says a petition by a corps member led to the recovery of N320 million from the Independent Electoral
Protests remain peaceful
UPDATE 3:35 p.m. Police say pipeline protests outside government offices in Victoria on Friday were peaceful with much of the noise generated by passing motorists honking their car horns in support.
Trump ignores Barr’s request to stop tweeting about DOJ
President Donald Trump tweeted Friday that he has the legal right to ask the DOJ to intervene in a criminal case, but he’s so far “chosen not to.”
QR code scam: Gang that cheated more than 200 persons arrested
They are from Rajasthan
Lawmakers open groundwater fight against bottled water companies
Washington state, land of sprawling rainforests and glacier-fed rivers, might soon become the first in the nation to ban water bottling companies from tapping spring-fed sources.
New NAFTA will pass Commons, PM Trudeau tells U.S. lawmakers
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is telling U.S. lawmakers that he's confident his Liberal government will 'have the votes' for the House of Commons to ratify the new North American trade deal in the coming weeks.
Plant 100 saplings, court tellsIndustries and Commerce Director
Planting of 100 saplings has been prescribed as punishment to the State Industries and Commerce Director for the non-compliance of a court order. A Single Judge of the Kerala High Court issued the ord
German police arrest 12, including one officer, in probe into far-right group
Police in Germany arrested twelve men, including one of its own officers, in a nationwide probe into an extreme-right group suspected of planning attacks on politicians, asylum-seekers and Muslims, s…
Julius Malema says President Cyril Ramaphosa is De Klerk's 'ice boy'
EFF leader Julius Malema said that president Cyril Ramaphosa was the 'ice boy' (servant) of former president FW De Klerk.
Russians Pressure U.S. Forces in Northeast Syria
Russian troops are engaging in standoffs with U.S. troops guarding oil fields and fighting remnants of the Islamic State.
Poll: Bloomberg overtakes Biden in Florida
Michael Bloomberg is leading the pack of Democratic presidential hopefuls in Florida, according to a new survey from St.
BJP lost Delhi polls due to Congress’ ‘sudden disappearance’, claims Prakash Javadekar
The Union minister said ‘there was a direct fight between the BJP and the AAP’ because of the Congress’s irrelevance in the elections in the national Capital.
Author Lee Child: A united Ireland is hundreds of years overdue
The best-selling writer said he is in the process of applying for an Irish passport.
Jewish leaders seek better policing of online hate speech
Jewish leaders called Friday for better policing of hate speech on social media platforms over concerns prompted by recent attacks that people on the margins of society are being incited online to violence.
WaPo: Trump Wants To Use Probe Of Intel Community As 2020 Campaign Fodder
Angered by the lack of criminal prosecutions against his political enemies, President Donald Trump wants to use the fruits of...
Anurag Kashyap to Jamia students: The fight is to take back the Constitution and country
The filmmaker, at the forefront of the criticism against the amended citizenship act, assured the students that he and many others stood behind the st
Trump tweets that he has the 'legal right' to involve A.G. Barr in criminal cases
Trump's assertion comes a day after Barr said the president's tweets "make it impossible for me to do my job."
Youths are important stakeholders in anti-corruption war – EFCC
Mr Benedict Agweye, the Head of Forensic, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), says Nigerian youths are very important
Germany Munich Security Conference
U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi appealed Friday to an audience in Germany for countries to steer clear of Chinese tech giant Huawei as they build their next-generation cellular networks, adding her voice to pressure from the Trump administration. “China is seeking to export its digital autocracy through
Where rural and urban Americans divide on the environment—and where there's common ground
Rural and urban Americans are divided in their views on the environment, but common ground does exist, says a new report led by Duke University's Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions.
Omagh mum and child 'lucky to survive' jump from window during alleged hate crime, says judge
A mother and her three-year-old son who plunged from an upstairs window during a suspected hate crime were lucky not to have been killed, a High Court judge has said.
Zelensky's trip to Oman: President's Office to sue journalists of Skhemy project
The President's Office also draws the UA:Pershyi public broadcaster's attention to the distribution of false information via its facilities.
Two rogue builders are each jailed for eight years for swindling a WWII veteran out of £1.1m after one posed as his grandson to scam him out of his home and savings
Tony Casey (pictured) and John O'Connor orchestrated a complex 12-year conspiracy to take over the Earlsfield home of Henry Bennett, defrauding the war veteran of more than £1.1million.
Facing Years in Prison, the Worst Could Still Be Yet to Come for Michael Avenatti
Celebrity attorney Michael Avenatti has been found guilty on all counts against him in a case arising from his alleged shakedown of athletics apparel and sneaker giant Nike.
The pope’s liberal supporters feel that he’s let them down
Francis’s refusal to allow the ordination of married men has highlighted divisions in the church, says journalist and author Catherine Pepinster
California man freed after 15 years in prison thanks to genealogy website data
Authorities used DNA links developed through publicly available genealogical websites to free man wrongfully convicted of killing housemate
‘Bin Abdullah’ case: Uphold the child’s right to a name, identity and family — Sisters In Islam
FEBRUARY 14 — Sisters in Islam (SIS) views the Federal Court’s decision on the “bin Abdullah” case with mixed concerns. While we welcome the ruling by the Federal Court to remove “bin Abdullah” from a Johor-born Muslim child’s name from his birth certificate, however, we view with...
Malema talks ‘love and hate’ in up-down relationship with Gordhan
Malema said just because they once said Gordhan was correct, didn't mean they should keep quiet when he did wrong, in their minds.
Far-right suspects in Germany planned to attack Muslims, refugees
German police have arrested 12 men suspected of setting up a far-right organisation with the goal of carrying out attacks against politicians, asylum seekers and Muslims, the Federal Prosecutor's Office (GBA) said.
It Turns Out That, Yes, Americans Want More Answers About Hunter's Work in Ukraine
Over the past few weeks Democratic senators insisted that Hunter Biden's work for the corrupt Ukrainian gas company Burisma Holdings was irrelevant to the Senate impeachment trial of President Trump. It turns out the American people don't agree. In a new Politico/Morning Consult poll, most of those surveyed agreed that Hunter's presence on the board of Burisma, where he raked in thousands of dollars while his dad was vice president of the United States, was "inappropriate." Fifty-seven percent said it was a scandal.
Missing Iowa TV journalist Jodi Huisentruit's family still searching years later, doc reveals: ‘It's horrible'
On June 27, 1995, Jodi Huisentruit was running late to anchor the morning news at KIMT-TV, just a mile away from the 27-year-old’s small town Iowa home — but she never showed up for work.
BCCI ACU to approach Delhi police to interrogate bookie Sanjeev Chawla
BCCI ACU chief Ajit Singh informed that the governing body will be approaching Delhi Police for permission to interrogate bookie Sanjeev Chawla who is in custody right now. Chawla is accused of booking the India South Africa series back in 2000 and was extradited from the UK on Thursday.
Trump’s Attorney General Complains President’s Tweets Making It ‘Impossible’ to Do His Job
Earlier, the Democrats accused the attorney general of folding under pressure from the president and intervening in the sentencing of former Trump aide Roger Stone, who was convicted of obstruction of justice, lying to Congress and witness tampering during the Mueller investigation into alleged Trump-Russia collusion.
Trump Claims Has ‘Legal Right’ to Intervene in Criminal Prosecutions But Has Not Done So
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - President Donald Trump said in a statement on Friday that he has never intervened in a criminal case thus far even though he has the authority to do so.
Bernie Explains Why Being Labeled a Socialist Won't Hurt Him
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders (VT) said he is not concerned of being labeled as a socialist from his opponents because the United States is already a "socialist society."
Navy confiscates Iranian weapons in Arabian Sea
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- The U.S. Navy earlier this week stopped a ship in the Arabian Sea believed to be bound for Yemen loaded with Iranian-made missiles and other weapons, U.S. Central Command said Thursday.
Trudeau tells U.S. lawmakers he's confident USMCA bill will pass Commons
MUNICH — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is telling U.S. lawmakers that he's confident his Liberal government will "have the votes" for the House of Commons to ratify the new North American trade deal in the coming weeks.
Nigerian youths crucial in anti-corruption crusade -Magu
The Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ibrahim Magu, said that Nigerian youths are crucial to the s
Convicted paramilitary refused permission to take partner on holiday in Republic
A MAN convicted of paramilitary offences has been refused permission to take his partner to the Republic for a five night break over concerns he may flee the jurisdiction.
Investigators link death of 30-year-old neighbor to homicide of 6-year-old Faye Swetlik
Faye disappeared while playing in her front yard after school on Monday. Her body was found somewhere in her neighborhood on Thursday morning.
Angry APC protesters attack Diri’s home, damage properties
Persons suspected to the members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday attacked the home of Bayelsa State governor-elect Duoye Diri, destroying several properties. The attack on the home located in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, came after the Supreme Court sacked David Lyon as the governor-elect and ordered that Douye of the People’s Democratic Party, […]
Trudeau tells U.S. lawmakers he’s confident Liberal government will ‘have the votes’ to ratify USMCA
The agreement is expected to become the law of the land about three months after Canada passes its implementation bill
2012 Delhi gang rape case: SC rejects Vinay's plea against rejection of mercy petition by President
The Delhi High Court, on 5 January, had given all the four death-row convicts one week to exhaust their legal options in the case.The date of execution, initially fixed for 22 January, was postponed and later fixed for 1 February
Shitty Person Wins Case Against UK Police Who Warned Him About His Transphobic Tweets
A high court in the UK ruled on Friday that police should not have visited a man who sent out transphobic tweets at his place of work and that they had a “substantial chilling effect” by doing so, the Guardian reported.
The Berniephobes Are Wrong
Wall Street fears the rise of the Vermont senator. The rest of America has less to worry about.
Northern Powerhouse will still be represented at Cabinet, says No 10
Jake Berry resigned from his ministerial role on Thursday after being told he would not attend the meetings.
Colin Kaepernick Reveals He Still Wants to Play in NFL, Says 'I'm Ready to Go'
Colin Kaepernick hasn't played a down in the NFL in nearly four years. However, he continues to train as if he will be signed by an NFL team very soon. The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback spoke with Jarrett Bell of USA Today and he revealed he still wants to play in the NFL.'My desire to [...]
Never called Arvind Kejriwal a terrorist: Prakash Javadekar
Last week in Delhi, Javadekar had targeted Kejriwal, saying that there is enough proof available to prove that AAP leader is a terrorist.
Justice Department Drops Pursuit of Criminal Charges Against Former FBI Deputy Director McCabe
Andrew McCabe briefly served as the FBI's acting director, and was unceremoniously fired by President Trump just hours before his retirement in March 2018.
Brazil’s president blasts Pope Francis on Amazon climate change
Brazil’s president, Jair Bolsonaro, blasted Pope Francis for his plea to protect the Amazon from climate change. The ultra-conservative leader, who is Catholic himself, criticized the
EFCC, NYSC hold anti-corruption awareness rally in Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) on Friday held an anti-corruption rally
Alleged racist language at Kilmarnock v Rangers match investigated
TV cameras appeared to capture a shout aimed towards Alfredo Morelos during Wednesday night’s game at Rugby Park.
Weinstein is an 'abusive rapist' who saw himself as 'master of his universe,' prosecutor says in closing argument
Harvey Weinstein, an "abusive rapist," saw his alleged victims as "ants who he could step on" but ultimately "underestimated" them, lead prosecutor Joan Illuzzi told jurors Friday as his rape trial nears its end. After the defense in Weinstein's trial rested its case earlier this week and made its closing argument Thursday, Illuzzi on Friday began to wrap the prosecution's case, saying the disgraced producer saw himself as "the master of his universe, and the witnesses here were really ants who he could step on without consequences," per The Hollywood Reporter. Weinstein is facing sexual assault and rape charges stemming from the allegations of two women, one of whom alleges he forcibly performed oral sex on her in 2006 and one of whom alleges he raped her in 2013. Four additional accusers testified in the trial. Weinstein's defense has argued the encounters were consensual and throughout the trial has pointed to witnesses maintaining contact with Weinstein. But Illuzzi in her closing argument said Weinstein…
Donald Trump insists he can intervene in criminal cases
Barr had said that Trump’s tweets made his job difficult
Pat Flanagan column: Paying dumped politicians €2 million between them is an insult to public who voted them out
They call them 'parachute' payments, but maybe the word parasite is more appropriate
We Showed How Easy It Is to Commit Health Care Fraud. Now Senators Want to Close the Loophole. — ProPublica
The bipartisan proposal comes in response to a ProPublica story that showed how a personal trainer posed as a doctor to defraud prominent health insurers.
Dominic Cummings has started to believe he’s cool. What can you say but, ‘Ooooh’?
He likes to play badass, but if he’s so ruthless why does the cabinet still contain such mediocrities, asks Guardian columnist Marina Hyde
Trevor Noah: Bloomberg talked about black people 'like they're crime piñatas'
Late-night hosts on Bloomberg’s explanations of stop-and-frisk, Barr’s criticism of Trump’s tweets and Kelly’s defense of Vindman
KYALO: Forgiveness must be part of national talks
Vocal Moi supporters want whoever he wronged to forgive him in the same week he died. Why?
Lagos govt. inaugurates 11 roads, classrooms in Bariga
The Lagos State Government on Friday inaugurated 11 roads in Bariga Local Council Development Area (LCDA), in order to enhance the
Top Dem Claims that New Report on Soleimani Did Not Include an Imminent Threat
Iranian terror leader Qassem Soleimani is dead, thanks to the leadership of President Trump. He ordered the airstrike that killed Soleimani last month after being briefed about the blood on his hands, as well as the blood that was about to be on his hands. According to U.S. intelligence, the terrorist was planning more attacks on Americans.
Politics Briefing: Trudeau says ending pipeline protests won’t be easy
Also: U.S. Senator warns of Huawei risks
Syrian military helicopter shot down near Aleppo, crew killed – state media
Chopper was hit by “a hostile missile”
Northern Powerhouse will still be represented at Cabinet, says No 10
Jake Berry resigned from his ministerial role on Thursday after being told he would not attend the meetings.
U.S., Taliban Reach Interim Deal Aimed at Eventual Troop Pullout
The U.S. and the Taliban have reached agreement on a seven-day reduction in violence in Afghanistan that’s intended to lead to a broader accord to end America’s longest war.
DOJ: Andrew McCabe Will Not Face Criminal Charges
Former Acting Director of the FBI Andrew McCabe will not face criminal charges for allegedly lying to agents about leaks to reporters.
Anti-CAA protest in Chennai turns violent as police begin to use force
Everything was peaceful till around 5.30 p.m. when police swamped the protest venue in Old Washermanpet area in hundreds.
‘Leaders who steal public funds are the poorest before Allah’
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Johnson's new Cabinet agrees to bring in points-based immigration system
The system is designed to reduce the number of low-skilled migrants entering Britain from next year.
Mount Pleasant drug raid: woman refused bail due to unacceptable risk
A woman charged with drug trafficking has been considered a danger to other people's safety.
Former Commons photographer's home raided 'over stolen furniture'
Mark Duffy says police searched his home for two hours but only seized a plastic sign and fabric
Mary Lou seeks sit-down meeting with Micheál as two leaders speak by phone for 15 minutes
Martin reiterated why Fianna Fáil would not go into coalition with Sinn Féin, a FF spokesperson said.
Nolte: Poll Shows Impeachment Torpedoes Hit Joe Biden, Not Trump
Polling leaves no doubt Joe Biden was severely damaged by an impeachment process that was supposed to ruin President Trump.
(Breaking) Bayelsa: Thousands protest over Supreme Court’s ruling
Thousands of women took to the streets blocking major roads to protest the judgement insisting that no handover of power would be conducted
Iron Age temple discovered at Tel Motza near Jerusalem calls into question the Biblical claim that Solomon's Temple was the only temple in the ancient Kingdom of Judah
According to the Bible, the Jewish people were prohibited from worshipping outside of Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem - and the other 'high places' of worship were destroyed.
US, Taliban reach truce agreement calling for 'reduction in violence'
American and Taliban officials have agreed Friday to sign a truce agreement that will see a seven-day “reduction in violence” in Afghanistan – in addition to possible U.S. troop withdrawals.
Police open road near Co-op Refinery
After a week of traffic restrictions, a road running alongside the Co-op Refinery Complex is again open to all motorists.
U.S. Navy Seizes Cache of Iranian Weapons Bound for Yemen
The U.S. Navy intercepts a small vessel in the Arabian Sea and finds it loaded with illegal Iranian weapons bound for Yemen.
Meghan McCain and Joy Behar Explode Over Bloomberg and Trump
The backdrop was full of red and white polka-dot hearts, but there was no love on display Friday morning between The View co-hosts Joy Behar and Meghan McCain.What was supposed to be a light-hearted opening segment about the bizarre Twitter feud between President Donald Trump and 2020 hopeful Mike Bloomberg
Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in disappearance dies
BOCA RATON, Fla. - Charles “Chuckie” O'Brien, a longtime associate of Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa who became a leading suspect in the labour
Justice Department Won’t Charge Former FBI Official Andrew McCabe in Lying Case
The Justice Department has told lawyers for former FBI deputy director Andrew McCabe that they will not charge him with a crime, according to his spokesperson. “At long last, justice has been done in this matter,” his lawyers said in a statement. Justice Department officials told them in a letter and
US, Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement, official says
The truce agreement that will take effect “very soon” and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan, a senior official said.
Duterte stands by Espenido on drugs list issue
President Duterte does not believe that his drug war poster boy Lt. Col. Jovie Espenido is involved in the illegal drug trade and maintained someone was trying to ruin his reputation, Malacañang said.
Hunt is on after Special Task Force Constable killed in Western Cape
The National Commissioner of Police General Khehla John Sitole has instructed the police in the Western Cape to hunt down ...
Facebook to allow influencers to produce sponsored content for political campaigns
Facebook on Friday announced it will allow social media influencers to produce sponsored content for political campaigns, as long as they clearly disclose who paid for their posts.
EXCLUSIVE: Buhari suspends NBC Director-General, Modibbo Kawu
After several months of being investigated on allegations of corruption, the Director-General, National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Modibbo Kawu, has been suspended with immediate effect.
Pavlensky, artist provocateur, claims top French political scalp
Pyotr Pavlensky, the Russian artist provocateur who forced a top French politician to drop out of a key election Friday, is well known for his shock and awe "performances," usually involving pain and discomfort for all involved to highlight causes he thinks are worth fighting for.
US bans visits by Sri Lanka army chief over war crimes
Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva, whose appointment last year drew wide international criticism, will be ineligible to visit the United States, as will his immediate family, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said. "The allegations of gross human rights violations against Silva, documented by the UN and other organizations, are serious and credible," he added.
Heart-rending moment ‘autistic’ girl, 6, asks ‘am I going to jail’ when cops are called after ‘tantrum’
BODYCAM footage shows a six-year-girl who was led out of her school asking a police officer if she was being sent to jail. The girl, who is named Nadia and thought to be on the autism spectrum, was…
Timeline: Algeria's year of protest and turmoil
(Reuters) - Mass protests over the past year in Algeria have brought down a veteran president and caused the biggest political crisis since the end of a 1990s civil war that killed 200,000 people.
Legal aid payments to lawyers rose to more than €60m last year
Defence team in Mr Moonlight murder trial shared almost €1m in legal fees for 2019 work
Imus election officer cleared of allegations on flying voters in 2019 polls
IMUS CITY, Cavite – The City Prosecutor's Office here has dismissed a case filed by a mayoralty candidate against a local election officer on the issue of alleged flying voters in the May 13, 2019 mid-term elections.
President Kovind Appoints Kejriwal as Next Delhi CM; 6 MLAs to Take Oath as Ministers
President Kovind Appoints Kejriwal as Next Delhi CM; 6 MLAs to Take Oath as Ministers
Kentucky to pay atheist $150G for rejecting 'IM GOD' license plate
A federal judge ordered the state of Kentucky to pay more than $150,000 to the groups representing a self-described atheist for denying him a personalized "IM GOD" license plate.
U.S. closes case against ex-FBI boss McCabe with no charges
Federal prosecutors have declined to charge former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, closing an investigation into whether the longtime target of U.S. President Donald Trump's ire lied to federal officials about his involvement in a news media disclosure, McCabe's legal team said Friday.
Police: Employees helped plan 2 recent Middletown gas station robberies
MIDDLETOWN — Two gas station employees have been arrested this month for allegedly setting up robberies at their Middletown businesses.
Police will follow SOP on noise pollution complaints: State to HC
Affidavit was submitted by the State Director-General and Inspector General of Police Praveen Sood
Ex-MSU Gymnastics Coach Found Guilty After Telling Cops She Didn’t Hear Larry Nassar Allegations
Former Michigan State University gymnastics coach Kathie Klages was found guilty on Friday of lying to police about whether two teenage gymnasts told her in 1997 that then-doctor Larry Nassar sexually abused them.
Olympic body writes off Pat Hickey’s €400k Rio bail money
Money used to allow Hickey to receive bail following his arrest by the Rio police
Sex tape triggers French ‘political earthquake’, leaving Macron’s Paris bid in tatters
Benjamin Griveaux’s troubled campaign for mayor of Paris came to a startling end on Friday after an online leak of sexual images led Emmanuel Macron’s close ally to pull out of the race, leaving the…
DOJ won't pursue criminal charges against McCabe
The Justice Department said Friday it will not pursue criminal charges against former FBI deputy director Andrew McCabe, after a nearly two-year-long investigation into accusations brought by the agency's independent watchdog who found that he lacked "candor" when questioned about leaking to the media.
DOJ Declines to Pursue Criminal Charges against Andrew McCabe
The Justice Department on Friday informed legal counsel for former deputy FBI director Andrew McCabe that it would not seek to file criminal charges against McCabe over his misleading federal investigators in connection with a 2016 press leak."Based on the totality of the circumstances and all of
AOC says the quiet part out loud about Medicare for All: It has virtually no chance of becoming law right away, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Her comments highlight a possible pivot available to Bernie Sanders: Fight for sweeping change but accept modest reform from a polarized Congress.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Alleged Pension Fraud: EFCC re-arraigns Maina’s son
The defendant is accused by the anti-graft agency, of operating an account he used to divert various sums of money, including N58 million.
View: Arvind Kejriwal's victory showed he has learnt lessons from past
Kejriwals tactics must be seen in the backdrop of inclusive nationalists being in retreat for several decades, particularly after the onset of the Modi era. Over the last 70-odd years, the scales have gradually tilted in favour of ‘cultural nationalists, reflected in political leaders since Indira Gandhi embracing what is dubbed as ‘soft Hindutva.
The White House is likely to unveil 10% tax cuts for the middle class in September, Kudlow says
President Donald Trump could announce a second tax cut package just months ahead of the 2020 election this fall, offering a revamped campaign message after the first round failed to gain widespread support.
Weinstein ‘saw victims as complete disposables’
A prosecutor was making his closing arguments at Weinstein’s rape trial in New York.
NIA's Pulwama probe almost reaches dead end as security forces gun down key conspirators
However, the case threw unique challenges for the NIA, the anti-terror probe agency formed in the aftermath of the Mumbai terror strikes in 2008.
Weinstein Prosecution: ‘Maybe His Kink Is the Fear in Their Eyes’
The prosecution in Harvey Weinstein’s Manhattan rape and sexual assault trial described him as a longtime predator during closing remarks Friday morning, arguing that he treated his alleged victims as “ants he could step on without consequences.”
'I’m Optimistic That Dominic Cummings Will Be Changing Things For the Better' – Political Analyst
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s new cabinet has met for the first time following yesterday’s reshuffle, which saw the likes of Chancellor of the Exchequer Sajid Javid, Housing Secretary Esther McVey and Business secretary Andrea Leadsom lose their posts.
Boris Johnson delays plans for US visit after angry phone call with Trump
Boris Johnson is understood to have cancelled plans for a spring visit to the US amid tensions with Donald Trump about the decision to allow Chinese firm Huawei to play a role in the UK’s 5G network.
West Bengal: IAS weds IPS, eyebrows raised over marriage registry in groom's office
Their wedding has raised several brows as the registry was done in a government office, also presently where Tushar Singla is posted.
Weinstein ‘saw victims as complete disposables’
A prosecutor was making his closing arguments at Weinstein’s rape trial in New York.
Farage: Boris's Huawei Decision 'Imperils Intelligence Sharing'
Nigel Farage has warned Johnson's decision to allow Huawei to assist in the development of the 5G network "imperils" intelligence sharing.
Official says U.S., Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement
A senior U.S. official said Friday the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect 'very soon' and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan.
Algerians keep up protests a year after demonstrations began
ALGIERS (Reuters) - Thousands of Algerians marched on Friday, a year since the start of weekly protests calling for a complete overhaul of the ruling elite, an end to corruption and the army’s withdrawal from politics.
“As Long As I’m President This Will Not Happen” -Russian President Putin On Gay Marriage
The President of Russia, Vladimir Putin has stated that he’s never going to legalize gay marriage as long as he’s in charge and that he’s against the idea of mom and dad being called ‘parent number 1’ and ‘parent number 2’. According to Putin, he would not allow the traditional notion to be subverted. His […]
Big setback if India and U.S. can’t agree on trade deal now, says top U.S. diplomat Alice Wells
Ms. Wells will not be accompanying Mr Trump to India and neither will Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
Ramnad has 11.36 lakh voters and Sivaganga has 11,61744
Releasing the final electoral list, District Collector and Election Officer K Veera Raghava Rao said that there were 11,36,569 voters as on January 1, 2020, here on Friday.Speaking to reporters, he sa
Israeli strikes kill seven in Damascus
Three were Syrian soldiers and the rest were members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard
Virudhunagar has 16.30 lakh voters
The final electoral roll for Virudhunagar district that was released on Friday has a total of 6,30,296 voters. Virudhunagar Collector, R. Kannan released the list in the presence of representatives of
Bronx ‘cop-shooter’ Robert Williams grins in courtroom
Accused cop-shooter Robert Williams flashed a grin as he entered a Bronx courtroom for a brief appearance Friday — as dozens of NYPD officers glared at him. Williams — who faces
'The View': Meghan McCain and Joy Behar's Explosive Argument Gets Spirited Response From Fans
After a heated argument between Meghan McCain and Joy Behar took over The View on Valentine's Day, fans of the political talk show took to social media to react. The argument began when Behar discussed Democratic presidential hopeful Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who McCain said Behar and the media [...]
AOC says the quiet part out loud about Medicare for All: It has virtually no chance of becoming law right away
Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York conceded in an interview with the Huffington Post published Thursday that Medicare for All may not become law right away – and appeared open to compromise on a plan she’s consistently championed.
How Did an Al Qaeda Leader in Iraq Become an American Citizen Living in Phoenix?
In January the FBI arrested Ali Yousif Ahmed Al-Nouri in Phoenix, Arizona after a warrant was issued for his arrest. Al-Nouri was an Al Qaeda leader in Iraq and was on the run for the murder of Iraqi police officers in Al-Fallujah.
Brandon Lewis: I want to deliver on powersharing deal
The new Northern Ireland Secretary said he wanted to build on promises made by his predecessor Julian Smith last month.
Facebook: Bloomberg campaign memes won't be classified as political ads
We’ve written here at Boing Boing before about Mike Bloomberg’s awful memes, which the 2020 presidential hopeful’s campaign machine crapped out on Facebook and Instagram this week…
Gov. Oyetola presents N1.2bn bonds to retirees - Premium Times Nigeria
The governor says the welfare of the retirees is of paramount importance to his administration despite limited resources.
Indian students stripped for menstruation checks
The students were told to undress after a used sanitary napkin was found in a garden outside Sahjanand Girls Institute, where they are banned from the hostel when they are having their periods.
Texas school district invests in high-tech security software to protect students
A Texas school district has taken security to a new level by installing hundreds of cameras in its 14 schools. At any point in time, around two-dozen can have facial recognition capabilities.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists Manchester United are together as one
This week Fred claimed the club has “lots of problems” and the squad lacks “the sticking together mentality”.
Pavlensky, artist provocateur, claims top French political scalp
Pyotr Pavlensky, the Russian artist provocateur who forced a top French politician to drop out of a key election Friday, is well known for his shock and awe
U.S. won't charge ex-FBI official Andrew McCabe, a Trump target
Federal prosecutors have declined to charge former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, closing an investigation into whether the longtime target of President Donald Trump's ire lied to federal officials about his involvement in a news media disclosure, McCabe's legal team said Friday.
ISO approval for 11 rail stations
In recognition of environmental management system in Palakkad Division
Mike Bloomberg surpasses Joe Biden in latest Florida poll
Mike Bloomberg has overtaken Joe Biden in a new poll of likely Florida voters in the state’s presidential primary – with 27.3 percent support, up 10 points from a similar survey last month.
Seven confirmed killed, five injured in fresh Kaduna village attack
The Kaduna State Police Command has confirmed the killing of seven persons in a fresh attack on Maro Village bordering community between...
US and Taliban reach Afghanistan truce on sidelines of Munich summit
The truce came after U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mark Esper met in Munich with Afghanistan's President Ashraf Ghani.
Macron's candidate for Paris mayor says withdrawing over sex video
Emmanuel Macron's candidate for Paris mayor, Benjamin Griveaux, withdrew from the race over a leaked sex video Friday, in a blow for the French president's party ahead of March local elections.
NPP Aspirant advises delegates not to be swayed by monetary gains
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Mourners say final goodbye to Burton teacher with 'big heart and zest for life'
Her funeral today was packed to the rafters
DOJ won't charge former FBI Deputy Director McCabe
The Department of Justice (DOJ) will no longer pursue criminal charges against former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, closing a high-profile case against the former official whose conduct during
BREAKING Faye Swetlik: Man found dead after missing girl's body discovered confirmed as neighbour
The body of Faye Marie Swetlik was found three days after she went missing - the body 30-year-old Cody Scott Taylor was also found in the course of the investigation in South Carolina, US - the two deaths are being linked by police
‘The Birth of a Nation’; the 1915 film screened at the White House depicting blacks as savages
D.W. Griffith’s 1915 film, The Birth of a Nation is considered as the birth of the American film industry. The film’s effect on the film medium and culture was so immense that that the repercussions are still felt in the lives of people of African stock. The film stands out on many fronts technically. It...
Blue State Blues: Iran War Powers Resolution a Futile Exercise in Appeasement
Trump should not just veto the Iran resolution. He should veto it with 55 pens, and send one to each of the Senators who voted for it.
Police watchdog will investigate football fan baton incident
A 16-year-old boy was hit over the head during trouble between supporters following a local derby.
Trump considers banning aides from calls with foreign leaders
President Trump said that with impeachment over, he may ban aides from listening to his phone conversations with foreign leaders following the whistleblower complaint of a phone conversation with the leader of Ukraine that led to his impeachment.
De Blasio to endorse Sanders for President: reports
With former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg rising in the polls, his successor is wading back into the 2020 Democratic primary.
Extreme partisan politics causing havoc in Ghana — Rev. Riverson
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SONA: Parliament apologises to South Africans for the conduct of 'certain members'
Parliament's presiding officers have apologised to South Africans for the conduct of 'a few of its members' on a night when the EFF again disrupted the State of the Nation Address.
With faculty shortage, PG Diploma holders allowed to teach in Karnataka medical colleges
The new Minimum Qualification for Teachers in Medical Institutions (Amendment) Regulations 2019, a gazette notification which was issued in August last year, may help a few government medical
Six Cartel Kidnappers Busted with Mexican Border City Victim in Trunk
Mexican soldiers arrested six cartel gunmen who were in the process of moving a kidnapping victim stuffed in the trunk of a car.
Lacson wonders what happened to Espenido, hopes police official can disprove allegations
‘What happened?’’ Senator Panfilo N. Lacson, a former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief, asked this after PNP Lt. Col. Jovie Espenido, was included in President Duterte’s narco list.
Leftist Pipeline Protests Shuts Down Canadian Rail Networks
Two Canadian rail networks are suspending trains as protestors continue blockades against a natural gas pipeline project.
Lewis pays tribute to predecessor as a ‘good friend’
Julian Smith was sacked as Northern Ireland Secretary during Thursday’s Cabinet reshuffle.
Trump ignores Attorney General William Barr’s request to stop tweeting about Justice Department | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> President Donald Trump today ignored his attorney general’s public request to stop tweeting about the Justice Department, saying he had the legal right to ask the agency to intervene in a criminal case, but he’s so far “chosen not to.”
Ayanna Pressley: Constitution is 'sexist by its very design'
Rep. Ayanna Pressley said the Constitution is “sexist by its very design” and keeps women in “shackles.”
Police watchdog will investigate football fan baton incident
A 16-year-old boy was hit over the head during trouble between supporters following a local derby.
Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in disappearance dies
BOCA RATON, Fla. - Charles “Chuckie” O'Brien, a longtime associate of Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa who became a leading suspect in the labour leader's disappe
'Europe can only be stronger with Russia,' claims Moldova's president
"I believe in a big Europe, from Lisbon to Vladivostok," Igor Dodon told Euronews.
Thousands of government employees work from home as protesters target their offices
The sounds of singing, drumming and chanting carried through the streets of downtown Victoria on Friday, as people calling themselves Wet’suwet’en land and leadership defenders peacefully. . .
Lewis pays tribute to predecessor as a ‘good friend’
Julian Smith was sacked as Northern Ireland Secretary during Thursday’s Cabinet reshuffle.
Northern Powerhouse will still be represented at Cabinet, says No 10
Jake Berry resigned from his ministerial role on Thursday after being told he would not attend the meetings.
Kiir says will not change position on 32 states
Juba, South Sudan | AFP | South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Friday dismissed international calls for compromise with his foes to break a deadlock that threatens a ceasefire in their six year war. Kiir and rebel chief Riek Machar are under increasing pressure to resolve their differences by February 22 and form a unity …
HC notice to police on HDK’s plea
The Karnataka High Court on Friday ordered issue of notice to the city police on a petition filed by former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy questioning criminal proceedings initiated against him for s
I spoke to experts on authoritarian rule about Trump's behavior this week. They say 2020 could be our last free election
It's not like we weren't warned. Over the course of President Trump's impeachment trial, Democrats warned the Republican-controlled Senate that acquitting Trump would mean he had successfully
Former Minister endorses ‘Watch Your Tongue Campaign’
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QC mayor supports ABS-CBN’s bid for fresh franchise deal
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has strongly supported the pursuit of television network giant ABS-CBN for a fresh 25-year franchise deal to operate.
Brandon Lewis: I want to deliver on powersharing deal
The new Northern Ireland Secretary said he wanted to build on promises made by his predecessor Julian Smith last month.
Deportation is a cruel punishment for ex-offenders and their families
Letters: Letters: Treating other countries as receptacles for unwanted individuals does little to enhance the UK’s global image, says Trista Selous. Plus, a letter from Bernard Besserglik
‘Overzealous interpretation of law poses risk to independent directors’
Penalising them for a company’s action would be counter-productive: Sinha
Prosecutor: Weinstein saw victims as 'complete disposables'
Harvey Weinstein believed he was so powerful he could get away with denigrating aspiring actresses drawn into a world where he considered them 'complete disposables,' a prosecutor said on Friday in closing arguments at his New York City rape trial.
'It's not a criminal offence to have intentions of overthrowing a government'
OUTSPOKEN MDC Vice Chairperson, Job Sikhala was Friday acquitted at the Masvingo High Court where he was facing subversion charges for threatening to remove Pre...
Welcoming President Erdogan
PM Khan should avoid looking for modelsOn Friday President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered his fourth address to Parliament which is indicative of the closeness of Pak-Turkey relations. The
Bankrupt McClatchy Spread 'Tea Party N-word' Hoax
Bankrupt McClatchy played a role in one of the most effective, damaging hoaxes ever deployed against conservatives: the "Tea Party N-word."
‘Felt bad’: Mamata Banerjee on not being invited to Metro launch
"We had worked hard for the East-West Metro project. We had to literally shed tears for it (approval). I felt bad, that a small metro route was inaugurated, but I was not even informed about the inauguration," Mamata Banerjee said in the state assembly.
U.P. Oppn. seeks judicial probe into deaths in anti-CAA clashes
Firing by police and BJP men behind casualties, alleges SP in Assembly
Brother of CAA violence victim files complaint against police
‘Aleem killed by bullet fired by Meerut policemen on Dec. 20’
State-funded health agency and social services staff to strike
Trade unions Siptu and Fórsa serve notice for a 24-hour work stoppage on February 21st
Ex-FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe won’t be charged for alleged role in media leaks
Federal prosecutors have declined to charge former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe — a frequent target of President Trump for his role in the Russia probe.
Kentucky Derby winner Country House retired with foot injury
Country House, the horse who won the Kentucky Derby in 2019 after the first horse over the finish line was disqualified, has been retired because of a foot ailment. Blackwood...
Patricia O'Connor murder trial: Handyman has one of two charges withdrawn by trial judge
The trial also heard from the mother of murder accused Kieran Greene.
U.S., China, Russia making world more dangerous: German president
MUNICH (Reuters) - Germany’s president took an indirect swipe at U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday in accusing Washington, China and Russia of stoking global mistrust and insecurity with a “great powers” competition” that could threaten a new nuclear arms race.
Panelo: Duterte pursuing independent foreign policy, nixes reliance on other countries
The Philippines can survive even without military support from the United States, a Palace official said Friday following the move to scrap the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the western power.
Lewis pays tribute to predecessor as a ‘good friend’
Julian Smith was sacked as Northern Ireland Secretary during Thursday’s Cabinet reshuffle.
'We dated for a brief time': Mayor Breed details relationship with Nuru
In a first-person story titled "Transparency and Accountability" and posted on Medium , San Francisco Mayor London Breed opened up about her relationship with Mohammed Nuru, the former director of San Francisco Public Works who resigned from his job after being charged with public corruption. Breed also disclosed a "gift" of approximately $5,600 from Nuru.
Governor’s Wife Resigns From Govt Job, Targets Influential Position
The first lady is aiming another new role after resigning from her earlier role as a member of the committee on...
Alleged racist language at Kilmarnock v Rangers match investigated
TV cameras appeared to capture a shout aimed towards Alfredo Morelos during Wednesday night’s game at Rugby Park.
Ex-Newsweek owner dodges jail after pleading guilty in money-laundering scandal
A $35 million fraud and money-laundering scandal that ensnared Newsweek magazine and a small California Bible college wrapped up Friday with guilty pleas from two executives who had helped mastermind
Son of Congo president not charged in France
Paris, France | AFP | A son of Republic of Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso has not been charged in a French probe into the assets in France of the families of several African leaders, his lawyer said Friday, although his name has been cited in the investigation. A lawyer in the case had on …
Trump looks to rev up his base at Daytona 500
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is out to rev up his appeal with a key voting demographic — NASCAR fans — as he takes in the Daytona 500 on Sunday. NASCAR drivers may veer to the left during their trip around the oval racetrack, but their fans lean right, which helps explain the regularity with …
Andrew McCabe, Ex-F.B.I. Official, Will Not Be Charged in Lying Case
The decision to decline charges appears to be a move to distance the Justice Department from President Trump, who has long attacked Mr. McCabe.
Oshiomhole: INEC wrong to issue Diri certificate-of-return
National Charman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) , Comrade Adams Oshiomhole on Friday faulted the decision of the independent National...
Andrea Orcel suffers defeat in criminal complaint against Santander
Ex-UBS banker is pursuing a civil case against the Spanish bank for alleged breach of contract
19.25 lakh voters in Erode district
As per the final electoral roll released here on Friday, there are 19,25,940 electors in the eight Assembly constituencies in the district. Collector C. Kathiravan released the list that was received
Andy Biggs slams 'disparate treatment' of Roger Stone compared to Democrats
The original charge made by Justice Department (DOJ) prosecutors against former Trump associate Roger Stone -- as well as lesser and/or nonexistent sentences for wrongdoing Democrats -- appears as "disparate treatment," Arizona Republican congressman Andy Biggs said Friday.
AAP threatens to cut power supply to Punjab CM’s residence
Party seeks cancellation of power purchase pact with firms
Indonesia cracks down on Valentine's Day celebrants
MAKASSAR, Indonesia: Indonesia wasn’t feeling the love for Valentine’s Day on Friday as authorities arrested couples in one city, scolded stores over condom displays and warned students they would be reprimanded for amorous activities.
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Algerians mark a year of protests with fresh demonstrations
Thousands of Algerians have rallied in the capital, Algiers, to commemorate one year since the beginning of a protest movement demanding the departure of an ailing leader and sweeping reforms, including an overhaul of the ruling elite.
Video of Pakistani Policeman Removing Turban From Sikh's Head Enrages Indian Community
New Delhi (Sputnik): The treatment of minorities in Pakistan has long been a concern for Indians, with rising numbers of reports of forced conversion of girls from minorities, and attacks on temples and people from the Christian, Hindu, and Sikh communities.
‘We’re an afterthought’: The push to get Asian-Americans to complete the census
Asian-Americans are the fastest growing population in the nation. But organizers and activists like Yi, 63, worry that Asian-Americans remain largely misunderstood.
Senator Schumer calls on MTA to improve grade crossing safety
Senator Charles Schumer is calling on the MTA to improve safety to grade crossings following last month's accident between a truck and a train in Sloatsburg, Putman County.
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo heads to Africa after long absence
Mike Pompeo is visiting Senegal, Angola, and Ethiopia as the Trump administration tries to counter the growing interest of China, Russia and other global powers in Africa and its booming young population of more than 1.2 billion.
Democrats introduce resolution seeking resignation of White House adviser Stephen Miller
Two Democratic lawmakers took action calling for the resignation of White House adviser Stephen Miller.
Prince Andrew's links to tycoon in new sex abuse scandal: Millionaire fashion exec Peter Nygard is accused of raping 10 women after 'plying' them with drink and drugs at a 'pamper party' at Bahamas compound where he once hosted the Duke
Ten women have filed a class-action lawsuit against fashion retailer Peter Nygard. The alleged sexual assaults went on for decades with Nygard bribing local authorities to turn a blind eye.
Chennai: Police lathicharge protesters demonstrating against CAA, NRC in Washermanpet
The situation escalated after some protesters were reportedly forcibly removed from the protest site, leading to a commotion between them and the police.
Did Trump Tell Barr to Cut Stone Slack? Who Cares?
Let’s come back to this brief exchange we had last night with TPM Reader HR and TPM Reader TB. No...
OKC Civic Life Journal: 'Citizens' sparks a debate
Catching up on Oklahoma City news.
Nun on the run: Italian fraudster evaded police for two years by posing as a religious sister and living in convents across Italy
The 47-year-old woman, who has not been named, went on the run in late 2017 as she was convicted of fraud by a Sicilian court and sentenced in her absence to two years in prison.
Behind the doors of John F Kennedy’s nuclear bunker
The Kennedy Bunker was one of the president's last lines of defense if Soviet Russia ever used Cuba to launch a nuclear strike on the United States.
Why a Tea Party Patriots Founder Testified Again About IRS Bias
Americans may have forgotten how the Internal Revenue Service targeted conservative groups in the Obama years, but many of the victims haven't. In 2013, the IRS unfairly held up applications from conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status. The agency has since offered its "sincere apology" and settled several financial settlements.
Plateau SUBEB opens bid for 130 projects
The Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) on Friday opened bid for the award of contracts for the execution of 130 projects
'Ambitious' staff boost Sutton Coldfield school rating as 'all aspects improve' - Ofsted
“The staff and leadership team have worked incredibly hard to ensure Town Junior School is a place where children feel happy, safe and listened-to and where they know they are cared for.”
Boris Johnson sacks Northern Ireland secretary over Brexit clash
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has sacked Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Julian Smith just weeks after he helped to restore power-sharing in Stormont. Smith's dismissal has caused widespread shock on both sides of the border.
Benin attack stirs worries of jihadist menace
An attack on police in the far north of Benin has spurred fears that a country struggling with political problems is now at threat from jihadism sweeping down from the Sahel.
Lawyers react to INEC’s position on Bayelsa’s Supreme court judgment
"INEC seems to have no choice. It must comply with the decision of the Supreme Court. If APC has issues with it, it should go back...
Gujarat hostel ‘forces’ girls to remove undergarments to check if they are menstruating
The incident took place on February 11 in the Shree Sahajanand Girls Institute (SSGI), run by a trust of the Swaminarayan Temple, in Bhuj.
NABU Chief Sytnyk accused of receiving money from occupied Crimea
The money were reportedly received for the plot sold in Crimea.
Three-time Odisha MLA ‘confesses’ to double murder
Anup Sai accused of killing a woman, minor daughter.
New leader Jackson Carlaw ‘convinced’ Scottish Conservatives can end SNP’s reign
Jackson Carlaw has been voted leader of the Scottish Conservatives, promising to "bring an end" to the SNP's 13 years in government.
Bayelsa set for Diri’s swearing-in as governor
All is set for the swearing-in of the People Democratic Party's Senator Douye Diri as the governor of Bayelsa State.
Meru medics threaten strike
They will issue a notice next week as talks with the county have failed.
Proteas set to wear black in fight against femicide, violence against women
CSA has added its voice and commitment to the fight against femicide and violence against women when it launched its Black Day campaign.
Watch: UC Santa Cruz Leftist Attacks College Republicans, Spits on American Flag
A leftist at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) was caught on video getting into a physical altercation with members of the school's College Republicans student group, as well as with free speech activist Hayden Williams. Moments later, the individual was seeing spitting on an American flag, which had fallen to the ground during the scuffle.
The US Air Force has updated and broadened its dress code to allow turbans, beards, and hijabs, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Airmen were previously allowed to make a request for religious accommodations, but they were granted on a case-by-case basis.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
APC rejects INEC’s declaration of Diri as Bayelsa governor-elect
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to declare Douye Diri, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as governor-elect of Bayelsa state.
Vladimir Putin says gay marriage will NEVER be allowed in Russia as long as he is in charge
RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin has said that gay marriage will not be legalised in the country as long as he is in charge. Putin made the comments while speaking at a state commission to discuss …
Las Vegas police track down suspect in 2014 rape case in Texas
Alfraido Zeyouma, 46, faces a single count of sex assault in connection with the alleged rape of a woman in February 2014.
The North has lost its seat at the Cabinet table after Boris Johnson's reshuffle
The Northern Powerhouse Minister no longer sits in Cabinet and the post appears to have been abolished entirely
US and Taliban ‘reach Afghan truce agreement’
The final details were hammered out in Doha, Qatar.
Why I'm running to be deputy leader of the Labour Party
I always try and remember in the words of Labi Siffre: ‘The further you take my rights away the faster I will run’.
Trump Backpedals, Says He Did Send Giuliani to Ukraine
Just a month ago, Giuliani's indicted associate Lev Parnas said Trump was "aware" of everything happening in Ukraine. Judging by Trump's comments, it appears Parnas was telling the truth.
Dropout rate in spotlight as education NGO slams Ramaphosa's youth plan
President Cyril Ramaphosa's plan to tackle youth unemployment lacked critical focus, the Zero Dropout Campaign said.
Newspaper review for Friday, February 14: APC, PDP, INEC react to Bayelsa Supreme Court verdict
The Supreme Court on Thursday, February 13, gave another surprise verdict sacking the governor-elect of Bayelsa state, David Lyon. This key issue occupies the front page of all Nigeria's print newspapers published on Friday.
Pipeline protesters need to 'check their privilege,' Conservative leader says
Outgoing Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer said pipeline protesters standing in solidarity with Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs need to "check their privilege" and stand down.
Danish court approves Misāne's continued custody
A Copenhagen court on February 14 ruled that Latvian citizen Kristīne Misāne should remain in custody pending an extradition request in place from South Africa, where she will face charges of kidnapping, document forgery and other charges.
Cooper Hewitt Chief Was Forced Out After Probe of Her Wedding
Caroline Baumann resigned as director of the design museum following an investigation into how she procured her wedding dress and the space for the ceremony.
Trump Administration Report Shows 'False' Justification for Soleimani Killing - Lawmaker
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - A Trump administration report to Congress on the US assassination of top Iranian general Qasem Soleimani makes no mention of earlier claims by President Donald Trump that the operation prevented an Iranian attack on US targets, House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Eliot Engel said.
Trump to Give 'Start Your Engines' Command at Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump will give the command for drivers to start their engines before the Daytona 500.
Syrian chopper downed over rebel area, killing crew
A Syrian military helicopter was shot down over the last major rebel bastion in northwest Syria on Friday, the second such incident in a week of high tensions with Turkey.
Air strike in Afghanistan kills eight civilians: residents
KABUL (Reuters) - An air strike in Afghanistan on Friday killed at least eight people - all believed to be civilians, residents said - following U.S. statements that there had been a breakthrough in peace talks.
Bernie Sanders is leading the 2 most important states on Super Tuesday
Why Bernie Sanders’s polling leads in California and Texas are so important.
'Unfair': Pawar Criticises Thackeray Led-Maharashtra Govt Over Transfer of Bhima-Koregaon Case to NIA
"Law and order is a state subject. It is not proper to encroach upon the rights of the state. Maharashtra's support to the move is also unfair," Pawar said in a media interaction.
SC threatens contempt against Bharti Airtel, Voda over non-payment of dues
The Supreme Court on Friday threatened contempt proceedings against top executives of Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and other telecom firms for failing to comply with its directive to pay an estimated Rs 1.47 lakh crore in past dues, and asked whether there was no law left in the country.
Official says US, Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement
A senior U.S.official said Friday the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect "very soon" and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan.
Justice will be a long time coming for the Rohingya. But the latest ICJ ruling is a start ǀ View
While it is easy to be cynical about what the precedent-setting ICJ ruling will actually accomplish in practice, the ICJ court order reinforces the universality of human rights and the rule of law. International justice is a long game - and one that is just getting started in Myanmar.
Secret of faith: Agree to do before you hear God's demands
Understanding Torah and mitzvot is important, but must never be thought of as a condition.
AAP will fight all local bodies elections across India: Gopal Rai
Buoyed by its massive victory in the Delhi assembly polls, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has decided to contest all elections to local bodies across the country as part of an ambitious plan to expand its footprint beyond the national capital.
South Sudan’s Kiir says no compromise to end peace deal deadlock
South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Friday dismissed international calls for compromise with his foes to break a deadlock that threatens a ceasefire in their six year war.
National Treasure returns to Flemington
Black Caviar will honour the race day named in her highest esteem.
Pope Francis Dismayed over Liberals’ Reaction to Celibacy Ruling
Pope Francis expressed “consternation” over the way progressives have rejected his decision not to abolish priestly celibacy.
It’s time for Hillary to say “I’m with her”
Clinton needs to stop complaining about Sanders and endorse the woman who can beat him and Trump.
Wyndham Thomas obituary
Other lives: Garden city advocate who oversaw the development of Peterborough as a new town
US imposes sanctions on Sri Lankan army chief over war crimes
Top general Shavendra Silva, whose army unit was accused of shelling Tamils in ‘no-fire zones’, blacklisted for ‘gross violations of human rights’
'Law of the jungle': Govt's new social media policy comes under criticism in Senate
PPP senator regrets the new rules were not brought before the Senate committee before they were taken to the cabinet.
Body found in search for missing Clifton Campville man David Wright
'We would like to thank colleagues, partner agencies and the public for their assistance and support during the search'
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer under criticism for shielding a player accused of rape back in Norway
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer under criticism for shielding a player accused of rape back in Norway. The victim claims he is not fit to lead Manchester United.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is national icon back in Norway. He is admired by several Norwegians. Solskjaer is even more revered in Molde where his performances caught the attention of Manchester United. He went back to the club at the end of his career and managed them to great success in his first spell with them.His second spell however, was much more tumultuous. However, it was not just the teams performance that came under the scanner but Solskjaer’s decisions related to the club off the pitch that has now come back to haunt him. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer under criticism for shielding a player accused of rape back in Norway“I don’t think he has the values to manage a huge football club; or people at all,” a victim at the centre of a rape case involving one of Solskjaer’s players at Molde said.“You have to have good values to raise good players. These are people that are…
US, Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement
A senior U.S. official said Friday the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect “very soon” and could lead to...
Valentine's Day brings love and some worry in Iraq holy city
NAJAF, Iraq (AP) — Hasanain al-Rufaye was busy in his flower shop wrapping bouquets, stuffing dolls into gift boxes and sprinkling petals into others labeled with “LOVE,” while simultaneously fielding orders.“It’s Valentine’s these days. On normal days, it would have been 10 minutes but today that would be impossible,” he told one customer on the phone about the wait time to get an order ready.For all the frenzied activity and lightheartedness in the shop there was more than just love in the air for al-Rufaye: “There’s still some worry and fear.”Valentine's Days past could be fraught with tensions.
Bill Barr was Right to Rebuke the President. Trump Should Listen to Him.
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Iowa Woman Who Struck Black Boy, Latina Teen with Her Car in the Same Day Ruled Incompetent to Stand Trial
An Iowa woman facing hate crime charges for intentionally running over a Black child, as well as a teen girl she thought was Mexican is incompetent to
Man who shot bystander in chest at Dublin scrapyard jailed for five years
The incident took place on 4 August 2018.
Thousands march in DTES
Thousands of people flooded the streets of Vancouver's Downtown Eastside Friday for the Annual Women’s Memorial March.
Extradition of accused match-fixer Sanjeev Chawla a legal landmark, says BCCI’s anti-corruption head
Chawla, one of the central figures in the scandal surrounding the late Hansie Cronje, was sent back to India after spending four years fighting extradition.
Congressional Budget Office: Democratic paid leave bill would cost more than expected, leaving a shortfall
Democratic legislation to provide universal paid family and medical leave will wind up costing taxpayers more than expected, according to the Congressional Budget Office.
People rejecting BJP for its policies: TPCC
It is pushing the nation into economic crises, says TPCC treasurer
Washington Post Spreads Fear of 'Trump Bullying Phenomenon' in Schools
The Washington Post published a longform article Thursday that claims Trump’s speeches have intensified bullying in schools across the U.S.
Man sentenced for placing knives on Japan prince's desk
TOKYO: A Japanese man who left two kitchen knives on the school desk of Japan's Prince Hisahito, who is second in line to the throne, was given a ...
US Senate votes to restrain Trump on Iran
The resolution will head to the Democratic-led House of Representatives, which passed a similar text last month.
Preparations on for 22km Trump-Modi roadshow in Ahmedabad
Donald Trump and PM Narendra Modi would also address a gathering at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Stadium in Motera.The seating capacity of the sprawling stadium is 1.10 lakh and over a lakh people are likely to be present at the gathering
Headteachers raise concerns before rollout of lower Secondary curriculum
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the National Curriculum Development Centre – NCDC moves to roll out the new lower secondary curriculum on February 17th, 2020, headteachers are raising several issues which they think should be addressed urgently. Their ignorance of the new curriculum could easily be seen on Thursday during a meeting with NCDC …
Father’s ‘torture’ after losing legal battle over baby son’s treatment
Karwan Ali and wife Shokhan Namiq wanted medics to keep providing life-support for four-month-old Midrar Ali but judges have declared he is dead.
BJP guilty of using blood and sacrifice of soldiers for votes: Jaiveer Shergill
As the Pulwama terror attack completes a year today, the Congress has hit out at the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) for being allegedly silent on the 'big intelligence failure'. Jaish-e-Mohammed
US and Taliban ‘reach Afghan truce agreement’
The final details were hammered out in Doha, Qatar.
N50.2bn Calabar-Odukpani-Itu Road dualisation ‘ll boost Economy – Presidency
SENIOR Special Assistant to the President on Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Ita Enang has said that the award of outstanding portion of dua
Julius Malema talks 'love and hate' in up-down relationship with Pravin Gordhan
Just because two people divorce, doesn't mean they never loved one another. This is how EFF leader Julius Malema described the party's relationship with Minister Pravin Gordhan.
Historic school on Salem Avenue planned for redevelopment
Dayton’s school board will approve the sale of 10 former school sites next Tuesday — nine vacant lots plus the historic Longfellow school at 245 Salem Avenue, which will become a redevelopment project.
Mel Tucker Reportedly Makes Decision On Mark Dantonio’s Coaching Staff
New Michigan State head coach Mel Tucker has reportedly made a decision on Mark Dantonio's former assistant coaches.
Ihedioha: Imo elders hail CJN's, S'Court's courage to review judgement
Following the decision by the Supreme Court to review its judgement that sacked Emeka Ihedioha as the governor of Imo State, elder statesmen...
Mercy Johnson: I’ll vote Tuface if he runs for president
Mercy Johnson says she'll vote Tuface, Nigerian singer, if he runs for president, adding that he'll change a lot of things about the country.
Frederick Koch, low-profile Koch brother, dies at 86
Frederick Koch, who kept a low profile as an arts benefactor rather than joining the family oil business that became Koch Industries, has died, according to the New York Times. He was 86.
Lawyer says Miami Heat fired her for taking maternity leave
A former attorney for the Miami Heat basketball team is suing the franchise for allegedly firing her for taking maternity leave, according to a report. Vered Yakovee, who was let go by the team in
Texoma’s Most Wanted Fugitives of the Week
Wichita Falls Crime Stoppers has released the latest lineup of Texoma's most wanted fugitives as of February 14, 2020.
Dwyane Wade’s unflinching support of his trans daughter is a turning point
Black trans kids desperately need public support. Wade’s moment on Ellen DeGeneres’s show is only the beginning.
Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in union chief’s disappearance dies
Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien was portrayed by Jesse Plemons in Martin Scorsese film The Irishman.
The US Air Force has updated and broadened its dress code to allow turbans, beards, and hijabs
Airmen were previously allowed to make a request for religious accommodations, but they were granted on a case-by-case basis.
21 states reject $18 billion opioid settlement offer from drug wholesalers
More than 20 state attorneys general on Friday penned a letter rejecting an $18 billion settlement offer from three major drug wholesalers meant to end litigation against their role in the opioid
South Sudan’s Kiir says no compromise to end peace deal deadlock
KABUL: An air strike in Afghanistan on Friday killed at least eight people — all believed to be civilians, residents said — following US statements that there had been a breakthrough in peace talks. US President Donald Trump said on Thursday there was a “good chance” of reaching an agreement with the Taliban on a reduction of US troops in Afghanistan.
Slight increase in voter strength in Tiruchi district
Voter strength in Tiruchi district, consisting of nine Assembly constituencies, has increased by 49,251 following the summary revision of electoral rolls.As per the final roll released by Collector S.
Israeli missile attack on Syria kills 7 fighters: monitor
A missile attack launched from Israel on military targets near Damascus overnight killed three Syrian and four Iranian fighters, a war monitor said Friday.
Aircel-Maxis case: ED and CBI file status reports of inquiry into the Chidambarams
The directorate told a court in Delhi that an active inquiry was being conducted, while the CBI said it had sent a letter rogatory to Malaysia.
Kashmir issue close to both Turkey, Pakistan: Erdogan rakes up Article 370 despite India's objection
The Turkish President, who is in Islamabad on a two-day visit, also announced that Turkey will back Pakistan in its efforts to come out of the Grey List of the FATF.
Appeals court strikes down Trump approval of Medicaid work requirements
A federal appeals court on Friday struck down the Trump administration's approval of Medicaid work requirements in Arkansas, the latest legal blow to one of President Trump's signature health
Fazal-ur-Rehman should be tried under Article 6: PM Imran
Fazal-ur-Rehman should be tried under Article 6: PM Imran Khan.
NCP chief Sharad Pawar faults Uddav Thackeray over transfer of Bhima-Koregaon case
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar on Friday in his first criticism of Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray after the alliance government formed in Maharashtra in November last year, said that the CM has made a wrong decission by letting the NIA take over the probe into the Elgar Parishad case.
Father’s ‘torture’ after losing legal battle over baby son’s treatment
Karwan Ali and wife Shokhan Namiq wanted medics to keep providing life-support for four-month-old Midrar Ali but judges have declared he is dead.
Eastern blockade remains
Members of the Mohawk First Nation say they are to meet Saturday with Federal Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller at a CN rail crossing in Ontario.
US and Taliban ‘reach Afghan truce agreement’
The final details were hammered out in Doha, Qatar.
Facebook to allow paid political messages that are not ads
Policy change comes days after U.S. presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg exploited a loophole to run humorous messages promoting his campaign on the accounts of popular Instagram personalities.
Perth ministers back American 'gay sin' preacher Franklin Graham
The group have asked for the decision to cancel the preacher's appearance to be reversed
Govt. sees bid to sensationalise CAG report
Chief Secretary says report leaked to media, State Police Chief being unfairly targeted
Polish government ends standoff over Jewish museum chief
WARSAW, Poland - Poland's government on Friday accepted a compromise candidate as the new director of Warsaw's landmark Jewish museum, ending a long impasse
MPs fear to censure Gen. Tumwine
By Friday, only 20 MPs had appended their signatures to the motion, out of the required 153 members of Parliament.
Afghanistan: airstrike kills eight after US hails breakthrough in Taliban talks
Victims believed to be civilians while Trump said on Thursday there was a ‘good chance’ of agreement on reduction of US troops
Iranians feel strain of turmoil and sanctions
Iran's economy has been battered since US President Donald Trump in 2018 abandoned an international nuclear deal and reimposed sanctions and a
Criminals with rape, manslaughter convictions spared deportation as UK court backs activists
Criminals with convictions for rape and manslaughter are among the violent and sexual offenders who were spared deportation to Jamaica after a British court backed a challenge brought by left-wing activists and had them removed from a deportation flight.
Real-life exorcist on coming face-to-face with the devil – and his failsafe test to see if someone is possessed
A REAL-life exorcist has revealed what it’s like to come face-to-face with the devil – and his failsafe test to see if someone is possessed. Father John Szada, who delivers mass in Lati…
Lara Trump reacts to liberal 'View' hosts defending Hunter Biden: The hypocrisy is 'glaring'
Trump 2020 campaign adviser Lara Trump appeared on “Fox & Friends” Friday to point out the hypocrisy of “The View” hosts defending Hunter Biden after being scrutinized for suspiciously being a benefactor of a Ukrainian gas company while his father, Joe, was serving as vice president in the Obama-era.
Violent care home nurse filmed tossing frail woman, 91, around like rag doll
The nurse, named as Ronald Fletcher, has since been fired from his job and charged
Sharad Pawar slams Maharashtra govt over Bhima-Koregaon case transfer to NIA
Before the judge passed the order, the prosecution submitted an application stating that they do not have any objection to the National Investigation Agency's plea seeking transfer of the case.
New York prosecutor says disgraced Harvey Weinstein abused his power
New York prosecutors told jurors that Harvey Weinstein abused his power and lacked empathy in a closing argument.
U.S. attorney helping review Flynn case is ex-FBI agent
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The U.S. attorney assisting in the Justice Department's review of the criminal case of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn is an ex-FBI agent with a...
Go for reconciliation, PDP tells Diri
The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr Uche Secondus, on Friday urged the Bayelsa State governor-elect, Sen. Douye Diri, to immediately go for reconciliation in the state.
U.S. and Taliban Agree to Reduce Violence, in First Step To Peace Deal
American negotiators had insisted on a decline in hostilities — though not a complete cease-fire — before signing an agreement with the Taliban.
Yes, that Harriet Tubman debit card is real, and no, she’s not supposed to be doing the Wakanda salute
Harriet Tubman is in fact saying the word “love” in American Sign Language, according to OneUnited, the black-owned bank that made the debit cards for Black History Month.
Oyetola presents N1.2bn bonds to retirees
Gov. Gboyega Oyetola of Osun on Friday presented N1.2 billion bonds to retirees in the state.................................
Drama as Oluwo of Iwo allegedly beats up Ogbagbaa king during peace meeting
The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdrosheed Akanbi, allegedly beat up the Agbowu of Ogbagbaa, Oba Dhirulahi Akinropo, leading to mild chaos in Osogbo, Osun state. According to Oba Akinropo, the attack occurred in the office of
Syrian chopper downed in NW Syria, killing crew
A Syrian military helicopter was shot down over the last major rebel bastion in northwest Syria on Friday, killing its entire crew, state media said, in the second such incident this week.
Kyiv Court Refuses To Mitigate Pretrial Restrictions For Two Suspects In Sheremet's Killing
A Kyiv court has refused to mitigate pretrial restrictions for two suspects in the high-profile 2016 killing of journalist Pavel Sheremet in the Ukrainian capital.
MIT researchers report that widely used voting app could easily be hacked
CHARLESTON, W.Va — An internet voting app that has been used in pilots in West Virginia, Denver, Oregon and Utah has vulnerabilities that could allow hackers to change a person’s vote without
Ex-CNN darling Michael Avenatti convicted of trying to extort Nike
Brian Stelter and Joy Behar thought he could run for president in 2020. Now he's going to jail.
Promote culture of love for peaceful co-existence in Nigeria- CAN
A cleric, Rev. Tolulope Taiwo, has urged Nigerians and political leaders to promote the culture of love for peaceful co-existence in Nigeria.
Fight is to take the Constitution, country back: Anurag Kashyap
Fimmaker assures Jamia protesters that they are not alone in their struggle
Gaza balloon attacks re-emerge as threat to Israel
But hostilities have surged again since US President Donald Trump released his controversial Middle East peace plan last month.
Tammy Bruce: Why February 2020 will be known as the month when Trump was reelected
February 2020 will forever be known not only as the month when President Trump was reelected, but why that happened.
Consider plea for revised salary on merits: HC
MaduraiAfter a non-judicial member of Tamil Nadu State Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission moved the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court over non-payment of salary in accordance with revised rules, t
The US Air Force has updated and broadened its dress code to allow turbans, beards, and hijabs
The US Air Force has clarified a grooming and uniform process that allows religious exemptions for turbans, hijabs, and neatly trimmed beards, according to the new guidelines.
Man, 34, 'battered child for supporting Donald Trump a voting station'
Patrick Bradley allegedly slapped the teen, who was wearing a 'Make America Great Again' hat while he volunteered with other Trump supporters.
German police arrest 12 over far-right plot to spark 'civil-war-like situation'
Prosecutors say group planned attacks on politicians, asylum-seekers and Muslims
McCain, Behar explode over Bloomberg, Trump's 2016 win: 'He is president, move on!'
"The View" co-hosts Joy Behar and Meghan McCain got into another spat over President Trump on Friday, this time while discussing whether he was more electable than former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
Washington lobbyist leading the push to break up corporate monopolies
Antitrust activist Sarah Miller is part of a push to rewire the US economy
Residents stall demolition of illegal building
BBMP demolished a portion of the compound wall before learning that the High Court had ordered status quo till Monday
The “Buyukada 10” are falsely accused on terror charges. Justice in Turkey must prevail ǀ View
This week, I will be in Istanbul for the verdict in the case of Taner and the “Buyukada 10.” If found guilty of “membership of a terrorist organisation,” they could face up to 15 years behind bars.
Meghan McCain Lays Into Joy Behar on 'The View' Over Donald Trump Comments: 'He Is President, Move On'
The View turned a bit more confrontational than usual on Valentine's Day when Meghan McCain laid into Joy Behar while the panel was discussing the upcoming presidential election. When Behar brought up Democratic presidential hopeful Mayor Michael Bloomberg, McCain argued that Behar and the media [...]
Sanders holds lead heading into Nevada’s Democratic caucuses, poll finds
The Vermont senator leads the field by a solid margin among likely Democratic caucusgoers going into the four-day early voting period, a Review-Journal poll shows.
‘Magic of Citizens’ Assembly’ to address gender equality this weekend
Gender stereotyping to be among the issues to be discussed by the citizens
Trump insists he can intervene in criminal cases
President Donald Trump dismissed rare criticism from his attorney general Friday, tweeting that he has the "legal right" to intervene in criminal cases whenever he likes.
Prosecutor Blasts Harvey Weinstein as Manipulative, Domineering Rapist During Closing Arguments
Closing arguments finished Friday in the rape trial of disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. Prosecutors made their final pitch to jurors the day after the defense made theirs.
Father’s ‘torture’ after losing legal battle over baby son’s treatment
Karwan Ali and wife Shokhan Namiq wanted medics to keep providing life-support for four-month-old Midrar Ali but judges have declared he is dead.
Official says US, Taliban reach Afghanistan truce agreement
A senior U.S.official said Friday the United States and the Taliban have reached a truce agreement that will take effect "very soon" and could lead to withdrawals of American troops from Afghanistan.
Classmates show love for Faye Swetlik with Valentine’s Day cards
Classmates showed their love for Faye Swetlik by making heartfelt Valentine’s Day cards for her -- this before the tragic announcement that she was found dead not far from where she disappeared.
Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in union chief’s disappearance dies
Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien was portrayed by Jesse Plemons in Martin Scorsese film The Irishman.
Mum spared jail for calling trans woman 'pig in a wig' on Twitter
'It’s calculated to violate my dignity as a woman. It’s just harassment.'
Sheffield Wednesday: Clubs demand points deduction over sale of Hillsborough to Dejphon Chansiri
A number of Championship clubs are demanding a serious points deduction be imposed on Sheffield Wednesday, should the club be found guilty of misconduct by an independent disciplinary commission over the sale of its stadium to owner Dejphon Chansiri.
Freezing temperatures compound crisis for civilians fleeing military offensive in Syria
Many of the hundreds of thousands of people fleeing northwestern Syria are sleeping in open fields and under trees in frigid temperatures
Jimmy Hoffa associate who was suspect in union chief’s disappearance dies
Charles ‘Chuckie’ O’Brien was portrayed by Jesse Plemons in Martin Scorsese film The Irishman.
Teacher cleared for lesson that had students act as slaves
A New Jersey school district has cleared a teacher of wrongdoing for having students pretend to be slaves as part of a history lesson.
New Tory MP pictured with alleged far-right activists
Investigation called for after Dehenna Davison linked with ‘extremist individuals’
Jamaicans deported by Home Office go into hiding fearing for lives
Number of people who were on Tuesday’s flight from UK concerned about gang violence
A Welsh council is refusing to take down picture of child rapist former mayor
A picture of David Boswell will still hang at the town hall, leading to the resignation of one councillor
The Wacky New Anti-Abortion Tactic Taking Off Across America
When Santa Rosa County’s Board of Commissioners met Thursday morning, items on the agenda included improving the drainage on Tibet Drive, upgrading the local boat ramp, and allocating money to buy new scoreboards at Chumuckla Park.Then, at the end of the meeting, came a far more controversial and divisive
Christians are abducted, beaten and 'forced to convert to Islam' at refugee camp for predominantly Muslim Rohingya in Bangladesh
A Christian pastor and his 14-year-old daughter have been abducted and mother fears her husband has been killed and her teenage daughter forced to convert to Islam and marry.
Algeria requests the return of Syria to the Arab League
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:10 A.M.) – Algerian Foreign Minister Sabri Boukadoum stated on Friday that he asked the League of Arab States to end the freeze on Syria’s membership and to re-represent it again in its meetings and activities. READ ALSO: At Least 8 Arab League Members Support Syria’s Return – Report According to Algerian Radio, Boukadoum said: “the absence of Syria has caused great harm to the League and the Arabs.” He would add that “we must push for the return of Syria’s membership and work for Damascus to return to the League of Arab States.” In a press statement during his meeting with his Mauritanian counterpart, Ismail Ould Cheikh, Boukadoum considered that “the absence of Syria has done great harm to the League and the Arabs, and that Algeria’s position is clear and decisive in terms of the need for Syria to return to the university.” Previously, Tunisia failed to persuade the Arab nations to return Syria to the Arab League, despite Damascus’ reconciliation with the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain.
Amnesty: Soldiers razed Yobe, Borno villages — and claimed it was a rescue operation
Soldiers of the Nigerian army burned down three villages in Borno and Yobe states as cording to a new report released by Amnesty International (AI).
Reps commend IGP, Runsewe for protecting Arts, Crafts Village
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, and Mr Olusegun Runsewe, Director-General (DG), National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC)
'Valuable life lesson:' Woman arrested for anti-Indigenous comments apologizes
A woman arrested in northern Manitoba for online comments threatening violence against Indigenous people has asked for forgiveness and says she has learned valuable lessons.
Socialist countries don’t have it that great
Unfortunately, I saw two very slanted letters from the same anti-Trump and anti-conservative usual suspects I have seen frequently in The Herald. I must admit I too am biased and opposed to so-called progressive politics.
Indian students stripped for menstruation checks
Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.
Macron's Paris mayoral candidate quits after sex video publication
Benjamin Griveaux withdrew from the race on Friday saying he didn't want to put his family at risk.
‘My heart says he's not dead’: Mother of ISIS recruit holding out hope
The mother of an ISIS recruit has told Euronews she believes her son is still alive - three years since reports he was killed in Syria.
CS Sicily Kariuki Summoned Over Illegal Ksh4.9bn Tech Tender
The Senate has summoned outgoing Health Cabinet Secretary Sicily Kariuki over an illegal contract for provision of Ksh4.9 billion Health Care Information Technology (HCIT).It has emerged that the
Indian students stripped for menstruation checks
Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating. The students were told to undress after a used sanitary napkin was found in a garden outside Sahjanand Girls Institute, where they are banned from the hostel when
Your testament could be invalid – here’s what you need to know
If your will does not conform to South Africa's minimum requirements, it will not be valid.
DOLE lifts deployment ban on HSWs to Kuwait
The Department of Labor and Employment DOLE) announced on Friday the lifting of the deployment ban on household service workers (HSWs) to Kuwait.
Sex scandal forces Emmanuel Macron's closest lieutenant to scrap bid to become Paris mayor after video shows the married father pleasuring himself while 'sexting' a woman
Married father-of-two Benjamin Griveaux (pictured) bemoaned 'ignoble attacks endangering my private life' as he quit the race for mayor of Paris today.
Boko Haram: Stop LG allocations in Borno - Group advises Buhari, FG
Bolaji reacting to the recent attack in Auno community which led to the death of 30 people said the incidence was a tragedy of enormous proportion that could only have been done by the worst dregs of humans.
Bitter Sajid Javid wishes Boris Johnson a 'happy Valentine's Day' after the Prime Minister forced him to quit as chancellor in savage reshuffle
Sajid Javid today wished Boris Johnson a 'happy Valentine's Day' as the relationship between the two former allies grew increasingly bitter.
Dec 2012 gangrape case: SC dismisses convict’s plea challenging rejection of mercy petition
The court rejected convict Vinay Sharma's contention that he is mentally ill and said that his medical reports suggested that he was completely stable.
Will request Delhi Police for access to Sanjeev Chawla: BCCI ACU chief
Cricket News: BCCI anti-corruption chief Ajit Singh on Friday said he will request Delhi Police to allow his team to question Sanjeev Chawla, an alleged bookie and
AIPAC: “UN Security Council Blacklist Targets US and Israeli Companies”
“We urge those principled Human Rights Council member states to reject this blacklist, which evokes echoes of Nazi-triggered boycotts and blacklists against Jews," the American Jewish Committee CEO said about the UNSC initiative.
Ethiopia approves controversial hate speech law
Lawmakers in Ethiopia have approved controversial law aimed at tackling hate speech that critics warn could be used to restrict freedom of expression. The law is designed to online hate speech and disinformation, as part of the government’s efforts to Read More
Remembering Pulwama: Memorial to 40 CRPF jawans killed in attack to be inaugurated
The names of all the 40 personnel along with their pictures will be part of the memorial along with the moto of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) -- 'Seva and Nishtha' (Service and Loyalty).
Taliban, Afghan forces clash despite talk of breakthrough in peace deal
KABUL, Feb 14 — Afghan government forces and Taliban insurgents waged war against each other in the past 24 hours despite US officials saying there had been a breakthrough in recent days in peace talks to end the 18-year-old conflict. While negotiators from the warring sides pressed on with...
When Frederick Douglass met Ireland's "Liberator" Daniel O’Connell in 1845
American abolitionist Frederick Douglass wrote how he was 'captivated' after attending a speech made by Daniel O'Connell, "The Liberator."
44 million South Africans registered on Electronic Health Patient Registration, says Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the fundamental condition for growth and development is a healthy and productive population, ...
The Strategic Significance of Syria’s M5 Highway
It is arguably one of the most coveted prizes in Syria’s war, and after eight years of fighting, Syrian regime leader Bashar Assad has got it back. The Damascus-Aleppo highway, or the M5, is known to Syrians simply as the “International Road.” Cuttin
Ajimobi sues his successor Seyi Makinde, others over revocation of landed property
Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde is currently being sued by his predecessor Senator Abiola Ajimobi over the revocation of the former governor’s landed property in Ibadan, the state capital.
Don't just watch and record, Atwoli tells workers - VIDEO
He was speaking in reference to a video that surfaced online where a Chinese man was seen assaulting a Kenyan worker.
Emmanuel Macron’s pick for Paris mayor drops out over sex video
Setback for French president as Benjamin Griveaux withdraws from race
Turkish, Russian FMs to meet to discuss Idlib
Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu will meet his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Munich on Sunday on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference,...
Ruth Coppinger to contest Seanad election after losing Dáil seat
A number of former TDs are expected to launch Seanad bids.
Fraud allegation: Ex-agitators’ leader apologises to Amnesty office
The leader of the Phase 2 Amnesty Program, Comrade Steven Ebisintei has refuted a publication where he was quoted to have alleged...
Arvind Kejriwal invites PM Modi for his swearing-in ceremony on Sunday
Gopal Rai, the convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party's Delhi unit, said a letter was sent to the prime minister on Friday morning.All seven Delhi MPs and eight newly elected BJP MLAs have also been invited for the oath-taking ceremony
Italy's Renzi boycotts cabinet meet, challenges PM to find a new govt
ROME (Reuters) - Former Prime Minister Matteo Renzi said Italy’s government could collapse after his small party boycotted a cabinet meeting over a contested justice reform and the prime minister suggested he was ready to resign.
Nirbhaya Case: Justice R Banumathi Faints During Hearing
Solicitor-General Tushar Mehta urged the court that the pendency of Akshay's filing a petition won't come in the way of the issuance of a fresh date of execution.
Recovery notices issued to 13 in Lucknow
ADM gives them 30 days to deposit the penalty amount, either collectively or by a single person.
2012 Delhi gangrape: SC dismisses convict Vinay Sharma’s petition against rejection of mercy plea
The top court said the petition was devoid of any merit.
If You Think You Know the Real George Washington, Think Again: A New Series Uncovers the Man Behind the Legend
A new miniseries goes beyond the legend to uncover the man--and the events that shaped the leader he became.
'There's no dressing it up. It was a bad day’ - Varadkar emails FG members
Taoiseach says politics is ‘volatile’ and can change again quickly and ‘in our favour’
Commentary: Why Sanders, media have never had a honeymoon
There’s little love lost between Sanders and media pundits. And Bernie’s just fine with that.
The war between boomers and millennials benefits neither side
In today’s circular economy precariousness crosses the generational divide, says journalist and author Rachel Shabi
Iraq gives NATO green light to stay for training and advising: Stoltenberg
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:25 A.M.) -NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said the organisation had received the green-light to stay in Iraq for training and advisory purposes. He made the comments during a press briefing held after the North Atlantic Council meeting Defence Ministers’ gathering in Brussels on Thursday. Stoltenberg affirmed that “NATO is closely coordinating and consulting with the Global Coalition in Iraq,” adding that “we will only stay in Iraq as long as we are welcomed.” He also repeated the accusation that Russia had breached the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty and pledged to respond to the “demise of the treaty” by adapting NATO’s defensive measures. Russia denies breaching the INF. Despite the criticism of Russia, Stoltenberg emphasised that NATO “will not mirror what Russia does,” yet the allies will keep the “deterrence and defence effective to protect our people.” Regarding the situation in Ukraine, Stoltenberg said that the “allies expressed their support [for] Ukraine’s…
Boy, 5, threatened to stab girl, 6, while they were at school
Iniyah Hudlin has been pulled out of school after a boy allegedly threatened: ‘I‘m going to bring a knife into school and stab you with it‘
Supreme Court justices who delivered the judgement on Imo Elections to face sanctions from the US (Video)
Supreme judges in Nigeria especially the 7 who sat for the judgement of the Imo State governorship appeal that removed Hon. Emeka Ihedioha as governor of the state to face sanctions. The National Press Club which
Malema explains EFF's U-turn on Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane
EFF president Julius Malema says Public Protector Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane will finish her term of office.
Global economic security critical, Trudeau to tell security conference
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will address the Munich Security Conference today and urge global leaders to accept that a changing world requires more effort to bring economic prosperity for all.
BREAKING: Protests rock Bayelsa over Supreme Court judgement
Protests have rocked different parts of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital, following the Supreme Court's judgement that stopped the inauguration...
Bernie Sanders enjoys major poll boosts as Warren told 'endorse Bernie already'
Polls have put Bernie Sanders on track to win the democratic nomination and the presidency with a groundswell of independent support according to a new poll, released amid calls for progressive rival Elizabeth Warren to drop out of the race.Mr Sanders had previously remained firmly in second to presumptive
Indian students stripped for menstruation checks
Scores of women students staged a protest outside an Indian college saying they were forced to strip to check if they were menstruating.
School assistant arrested for ‘having sex with boy,16,’ after student told cops ‘it’s every kid’s dream to do a teacher’
A TEACHING assistant is facing jail after allegedly having sex with a 16-year-old boy, who later told cops it was “every kid’s dream” to sleep with a teacher. Courtney Roznowski, 31, wa…
A Less Horrific SAW- The Bizarre Tale of the Pizza Collar Bomber
In 2003, the town of Erie, Pennsylvania made national news when an unassuming pizza delivery man walked into a local bank and demanded a quarter of a million dollars from the vault. What happened next would baffle authorities for years and see the crime become one of the most intriguing ever committed in the United States. So what happened? At [...]
Leah Croucher's parents renew appeal a year after she vanished
Teenager went missing while walking to work in Milton Keynes in February 2019
(Breaking) Bayelsa: Thousands protest over Supreme Court Ruling
Protests have rocked different parts of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital, following the Supreme Court’s judgement that stopped the inauguration of Chief David Lyon as the governor of the state. Thousands of women took to the streets blocking major roads to protest the judgement insisting that no handover of power would be conducted in the stateRead More
MP holds school heads to account for 0 to 3% pass rate - real change guaranteed is when people hold MP to account
"Chiredzi South legislator Kalisto Gwanetsa last week called a meeting with all school heads in his constituency after it recorded poor results during the 2019 ...
Economist magazine: A united Ireland is a ‘real and growing possibility’
Cover story suggests that everything has changed because of Sinn Féin’s success
USAF Issues New Dress Code to Allow Religious Exemption to Wear Head Gear, Beards
In 2018, US Air Force Staff Sergeant Abdul Rahman Gaitan became the first Muslim airman to obtain a beard waiver on religious grounds
'With Creation Of CDS & DMA, Synergy Among Three Services Will Get Fillip': Army Chief
Army Chief Gen Naravane on Thursday said with the office of the CDS and the DMA coming into being, the "synergy" among the three services will "get a fillip".
Turkey slams Assad regime's recognition of 1915 events as 'genocide'
Turkey late Thursday slammed the Bashar Assad regime-controlled parliament's recognition of the 1915 events as 'genocide' and as 'hypocrisy,' as tensions...
South Africa is in a state of crisis, says Malema
South Africa is in a general state of crisis, and President Cyril Ramaphosa's SONA offered no solutions, Economic Freedom ...
Turkey to oppose Pakistan blacklisting at anti-terrorism finance meet
ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Friday said he would help Pakistan stay off a terrorism financing blacklist at a meeting of a global finance watchdog, a move he suggested would counter “political pressure” from Islamabad’s critics.
Saudi minister says no plans for MBS, Netanyahu meeting
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister has denied media reports of a possible meeting between Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, amid speculation about normalising ties between Gulf Arab states and Israel.
Pulwama Attack Anniversary: Amitabh Bachchan, Sunny Deol And Others Pay Emotional Tribute To Martyrs
Last year on February 14, a convoy of vehicles carrying security personnel on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was attacked by a vehicle-borne suicide bomber in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir. Forty Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel had lost their lives in the ghastly incident.
Arrest any hate-preacher now, Sultan tells security agencies
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar
Turkish President Erdogan Reiterates Support for Pakistan on Kashmir
New Delhi (Sputnik): India abrogated the statehood and special status of Jammu and Kashmir on 5 August 2019, evoking objection and protests from neighbouring Pakistan and further worsening Indo-Pak relations. Since India's move to split Kashmir into two federally-administered territories, Pakistan has been raising the Kashmir issue internationally.
‘Ninja cops’
WITH just 28 months left in the six-year Duterte presidency, it’s certainly high time to step up the pressure on the Philippine National Police (PNP) to rid the agency of “ninja cops.”
Watch: Drunk white van man overtakes police on wrong side of roundabout
Police were left stunned at the poor driving of Wesley Gilchrist who was twice the legal alcohol limit
William Barr's Move To Rid The DOJ Of Independence Shows One Of Many Reasons Josh Hawley's FTC Plan Is Dangerous
Karl already took some time to highlight just one of the many absurdities in Senator Josh Hawley's "plan" to revamp the...
'Valuable life lesson:' Woman arrested for anti-Indigenous comments apologizes
THE PAS, Man. — A woman arrested in northern Manitoba for online comments threatening violence against Indigenous people has asked for forgiveness and says she has learned valuable lessons.
South Sudan: Academic suspended over opinion piece
A renowned academic in South Sudan has been suspended over the publication of an opinion piece on the issue of states and their boundaries in the country. The University of Juba has suspended Taban Lo Liyong from his teaching position Read More
Global economic security critical, Trudeau to tell security conference
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will address the Munich Security Conference today and urge global leaders to accept that a changing world requires more effort to bring economic prosperity for all.
Human Trafficking: Oba of Benin drums support for NAPTIP
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare11, has promised to partner with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP)
Montenegro needs own church to repel Serb nationalism: president
Montenegro needs its own Orthodox church to ward off meddling from Serbia and cement its identity, President Milo Djukanovic told AFP, as tensions seethe over who controls a faith shared by both countries.
Bhima Koregaon case: Bombay HC denies anticipatory bail to Gautam Navlakha, Anand Teltumbde
However, the court extended their interim protection from arrest for four weeks, so that they could approach the Supreme Court.
Convicted of double murder, man freed after 25 years based on fresh evidence
Calvin Bright was convicted in 1995 for a double murder despite maintaining his innocence. Twenty-five years down the line, the 49-year-old is now walking away a free man thanks to a crucial piece of new evidence that was discovered by his defence team. According to WUSA-TV, Bright was freed Wednesday during his re-sentencing hearing in...
Kent State offers students at LeBron James' school 4 years paid tuition, 1 year of room and board
The oldest class of students who have been a part of LeBron James’ I PROMISE Program since the beginning just received another unbelievable opportunity: four years of paid tuition at Kent State University, along with one year of free room and meals.
Education ministry asks private schools to participate in secondary school selection exercise
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The ministry of education and sports is urging private schools to take part in the secondary school selection process so that learners have a wide range of choices and also to decrease on possibilities of placing students who later fail to turn up where they are placed. The call was …
Nirbhaya case: SC dismisses convict’s plea against no mercy, rejects argument of mental illness
The Supreme Court dismissed Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case convict Vinay Sharma's plea challenging rejection of his mercy petition by the President alleging that it was done in a "mala fide" manner.
Barr warns Trump attacks undermining justice dept
US Attorney General William Barr has said that President Donald Trump's attacks on prosecutors, the judge and jurors in the trial of a longtime adviser undermined the Justice Department's work, adding he would not be "bullied" by anyone.
Education Exodus: Uzbek Students Rushing Home To Study After Tashkent Eases Transfers
Thousands of Uzbek students studying in neighboring countries are rushing to transfer to universities in Uzbekistan after Tashkent temporarily eased restrictions.
Libya's GNA demands UN call Haftar to account for cease-fire violations
The Tripoli-based internationally recognized Government of National Accord GNA called on the U.N. on Thursday to bring putschist Khalifa Haftar to...
By a razor-thin margin, Mukilteo school bond passes
Support for a $240 million measure climbed to 60.4%. Earlier counts showed it below the thresheld.
The ABCs Of The California Gig Worker Ruling
California's ruling to deny a request to halt enforcement of AB5 spotlights the clash between the private sector and the government over the gig economy and more.
Kenya: Thousands gather for Daniel arap Moi funeral
Around 30,000 people filled the Nyayo National Stadium on Tuesday in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi for the funeral of former president Daniel arap Moi, who dies last week. Moi was Kenya’s leader for 24 years, making him the country’s Read More
Police kill 3 armed robbery suspects in Onitsha
Three armed robbery suspects were shot dead on Thursday by operatives of the Anambra Police Command after a gun duel in Onitsha.
Human Trafficking: Oba of Benin drums support for NAPTIP
Human Trafficking: The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare11, has promised to partner with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking...
Bayelsa: Warn Oshiomhole - Governor Wike tells FG
Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers has called on the federal government to call to order Adams Oshiomhole, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Ex-Nigeria stars West and Babayaro join fight to tackle graft
In his playing heydey, Taribo West was a tough-tackling defender taking on the best strikers in Italy's Serie A with his trademark shock of brightly-coloured braids.
SONA 2020: Big plans that require tough action according to OUTA
Unless the promises made in SONA 2020 are followed by concrete, faster implementation South Africa will remain in a precarious state says OUTA.
Global economic security critical, Trudeau to tell security conference
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will address the Munich Security Conference today and urge global leaders to accept that a changing world requires more effort to bring economic prosperity for all. Trudeau’s speech comes after he spent the last week in Africa and Kuwait, where he said several times that improving access to education …
Armed police carrying machine guns storm Manchester's Arndale shopping centre in anti-terror training exercise 'to prepare for real-life scenarios'
Greater Manchester Police staged the major terrorist incident at the Arndale Centre last night. Armed police in full riot gear were seen running around wielding large guns and shields.
Assam party sounds U.N. on validity of CAA
Petition was in view of the “grave danger” from CAA “to the identity and existence of the indigenous people” of Northeast, say its office-bearers
SONA 2020 | Groans, delays, an EFF walkout and a surprise vacant seat
There were points of order, a rugby world champion and a Miss Universe in the public gallery, and as the EFF left the House, and the State of the Nation Address got going, someone else was no longer in her seat...
'Valuable life lesson:' Woman arrested for anti-Indigenous comments apologizes
THE PAS, Man. - A woman arrested in northern Manitoba for online comments threatening violence against Indigenous people has asked for forgiveness and says
William Tyrrell's family accuse police of 'personal agendas' after closing address in Gary Jubelin trial
NSW detective is defending charges of illegally making recordings during investigation into disappearance of three-year-old William
Historian Niall Ferguson: 'We are in Cold War II'
China's global ambitions are no longer something that can be ignored.
White House ‘disappointed’ in China’s virus transparency
The United States feels let down by a lack of transparency from China over the new-coronavirus crisis, a senior White House official said Thursday, contradicting President Donald Trump's confidence in Beijing.
Indian Security Official Denies Kashmir’s Deadly Terror Attack Case Hitting Dead End
New Delhi (Sputnik): In 2019 on 14 February, a suicide bomber belonging to Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad rammed a convoy of troops on a main highway in Jammu and Kashmir, killing 40 members of India's paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
Global economic security critical, Trudeau to tell security conference
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will address the Munich Security Conference today and urge global leaders to accept that a changing world requires more effort to bring economic prosperity for all.
Democratic hopefuls step up attacks to halt rise of Bloomberg
The billionaire has been heavily criticised by Joe Biden and Elizabeth Warren as they seek to invigorate their campaigns.
Place Ize-Iyamu, EPM under surveillance, Edo govt urges security agencies
The Edo State Government has called on all relevant security agencies to place the former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu and other members of the Edo Peoples Movement (EPM) under close surveillance in order to put an end to the sudden rise in the use of explosives to createRead More
‘Seven killed’, many injured as ‘bandits’ attack Kaduna market
Seven people were allegedly killed by suspected bandits in a market at Maro village, Kajuru local government area of Kaduna state on Wednesday. The incident was said to have happened about
Djukanovic, who has run the small Adriatic country for nearly 30 years, doubled down on the stance as Montenegro is roiled by protests over the status of the Serbian Orthodox Church
Montenegro needs its own Orthodox church to ward off meddling from Serbia and cement its identity, President Milo Djukanovic told AFP, as tensions seethe over who controls a faith shared by both countries. Djukanovic, who has run the small Adriatic country for nearly 30 years, doubled down on the stance
'Felt bad': Mamata Banerjee on not being invited to E-W Metro launch
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday took umbrage at not being invited to the inauguration of the East-West Metro corridor, asserting that her team had to 'shed tears' to sanction the project when she was the railway minister.