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Great-grandma who's just turned 100 is 'oldest Labour Party member in country'
Bristolian Pamela Parsons has just celebrated her 100th birthday but has already sent off her postal vote for this week's election - and once again she's backing Labour
Divisive Nobel Winner Peter Handke To Receive Prize Amid Boycotts, Controversy
Turkey says it is joining Albania and Kosovo in boycotting the Nobel awards ceremony on December 10 to protest 2019 literature prize laureate Peter Handke, who has been criticized for backing late Serbian strongman Slobodan Milosevic.
TPS constable accused of Tasering break-and-enter suspect after he surrendered
A 51-year-old Toronto police officer has been charged in connection with an October incident where a break-and-enter suspect was allegedly shocked three times with a conducted energy weapon and kicked after he surrendered.
Japan PM Abe says visit by Iran’s Rouhani being arranged
Abe, who has developed friendly ties with Trump, traveled to Iran in June in an unsuccessful effort to encourage Iran and the U.S. to hold talks to reduce tensions.
Seven teenagers released by police after train driver attacked in Rugeley
Seven teenage boys who were arrested after a train driver was attacked in Rugeley have been released under investigation.
K'taka poll results message for all states where anyone betrays public mandate: PM
Modi also spoke about the political tussle that the state of Karnataka had witnessed soon after the assembly election results.
Progressive group putting $45M behind battleground turnout effort
The liberal Progressive Turnout Project (PTP) is putting $45 million behind an effort to turn out voters who did not cast ballots in 2016 in more than a dozen key battleground states.
Jharkhand Assembly election | Congress subverted mandate in Karnataka; people taught it a a lesson: PM Modi
PM Modi claimed that the Congress-JMM-RJD alliance in Jharkhand would plunge the State into “instability and uncertainty” if voted to power
Supreme Court Death Sentence
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear an appeal Wednesday by an Arizona death row inmate who is seeking a new sentencing trial, arguing the horrific physical abuse that he suffered as a child wasn’t fully considered when he was first sentenced. The appeal of James Erin McKinney could affect as many as 15
Police recover body from water in search for missing Perthshire pensioner
The 73-year-old was last spotted leaving his home in North Muirton on Saturday evening and has been reporting missing since.
China claims all Uighur Muslims have happily 'graduated' from its oppressive prison camp system, despite widespread reports that at least 1 million are detained, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Xinjiang governor Shohrat Zakir claimed that everyone had "graduated" from "vocational training camps," found employment, and are leading happy lives.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Tories urge pro-UK voters to unite and back them in Scotland
Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw made the plea as he said the election is ‘on a knife edge’.
Russia plans to set up Arctic air defence 'dome' with S-400 missiles
Russia plans to establish an air defence "dome" across its polar region by arming all of its Northern Fleet's Arctic divisions with S-400 missile batteries, a Russian naval commander said on Monday. Russia has been stepping up its military presence in the Arctic, building new infrastructure
Woman dies swimming off Antrim coast
Another woman who got into difficulty taken to hospital; understood women were part of swim group
Northern Ireland constituency profile - three
The DUP won ten of Northern Ireland's 18 seats in the 2017 Westminster Election, called by Theresa May.
CSOs give Buhari 14-day ultimatum to release Sowore
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) have given President Muhammadu Buhari a 14-day ultimatum to release Omoyele Sowore, convener of #RevolutionNow
Turkey tackles power supply problems in liberated areas of N Syria
Turkey is dealing with a power supply problem in a recently liberated area in northern Syria after the PKK-affiliated People's Protection Units (YPG) were...
EU gets another female leader with 34-year-old Finnish PM
Appointment means all leaders of parties in Finland’s ruling coalition are women.
Mahila mithra committees planned to check crime against women
Responsible citizens will be roped in for concerted action, says SP
Kosovo, Albania to boycott Nobel Literature award ceremony
PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) - Kosovo and Albania say they will boycott the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony Tuesday to protest the award being given to Austrian writer Peter Handke who both countries link to the war in the former Yugoslavia.
Swedish diplomat faces trial for trying to free China dissident
Anna Lindstedt accused of brokering unauthorised meeting over fate of Gui Minhai
Yediyurappa sustains power ; BJP won 12 out of 15 seats in by election
Chief Minister Yediyurappa can sustain power as BJP sweep out 12 of the 15 seats in by-election In Karnataka. BJP required six more seats to cross the magic line to form government in the 277 seat state assembly. The party won 12 seats, a whopping majority to form government.
Tourists film New Zealand volcano eruption from nearby boat
Police said more casualties were feared with rescue services unable to reach New Zealand's White Island as it remained too dangerous after the volcano sent a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air
Unknown gunmen attack Syrian intelligence checkpoint in Daraa
BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:00 P.M.) – A group of unknown gunmen carried out an attack on a checkpoint belonging to the Syrian Air Force Intelligence in eastern Daraa this morning. According to local reports, the gunmen, who were suspected to be members of a Free Syrian Army (FSA), Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) or Islamic State (ISIS/ISIL/IS/Daesh) sleeper cell, opened fire on the checkpoint before fleeing in an unknown direction. The reports said there were casualties among the Syrian Air Force Intelligence personnel; however, the total dead and wounded is unknown. These attacks by the FSA, HTS, and ISIS sleeper cells have decreased over the last four months, thanks in large part to the increase of Syrian Army troops in the Daraa Governorate. However, with the absence of Syrian military personnel in some of the reconciled towns in the Daraa Governorate, it has been difficult to crackdown on these sleeper cells.
MUT murder accused: 'Zolile loved me more than her parents' | Daily News
Thabani Mzolo who is facing a charge of murder of Zolile Khumalo
Rape-murder victim's relatives to get guns and guards
India has long battled a high number of violent crimes against women, particularly sexual assault
U.P. to set up 218 fast track courts for speedy disposal of cases of sexual crimes against women, children
State has 42,389 pending cases of sexual offences against children and 25,749 cases of rape and sexual crimes against women
Bashar al-Assad's uncle faces embezzlement trial in Paris
Rifaat al-Assad is accused of embezzling Syrian funds to buy property worth at least €90m in France
Nairobi governor pleads innocent to graft charges, bail ruling Wednesday
NAIROBI (Reuters) - The governor of Kenya’s capital Nairobi pleaded not guilty in court on Monday to corruption and other economic crimes involving millions of dollars.
Flashy Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges
Governor Mike, the latest top official to be hauled in on corruption charges in Kenya, is accused of having benefited from irregular procurement and payments of $3.5 million.
China claims everyone in Xinjiang camps has 'graduated'
People who were at vocational training centres in China's far west Xinjiang have all "graduated" and are living happy lives, an official said Monday.
If There Will be New Elections, They Will be Held on March 2, 2020
Elections would have automatically been set for March 10, but that falls out on the Jewish holiday of Purim.
Fans claim that Juice WRLD predicted his own death with eerie lyrics
The lyrics were written in tribute to other rappers who died young.
The Children of ISIS Don’t Belong in Cages, Either
The world is failing innocent victims of the war on terrorism.
Ron Lauder Launches $25 Million Effort to Fight Anti-Semitism
World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder is pledging $25 million of his own money to launch a new organization aimed at...
Burna Boy confidently says he is going to win his Grammy nomination (video)
Burna Boy has allayed the fears of his well-wishers, who are fervently hoping that he would become the first Nigerian to move past the nomination level, and actually bring the award home.
Britain faces most history-shaping election since Second World War
Britain is facing the most testing and significant period in its modern history since the Second World War.
Syrian Army launches heavy attack across southern Idlib
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:30 A.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) artillery and missile teams unleashed a heavy attack across the southern countryside of the Idlib Governorate this morning. According to a military report from the nearby Hama Governorate, the Syrian Army heavily targeted several front-lines towns and villages in southern Idlib, with a primary focus on Al-Badriyah and Al-Huwayjah. With the Syrian and Russian air forces mostly grounded due to poor weather conditions, the SAA has increased their strikes in order to weaken the jihadist forces in the Idlib countryside. The report added that the Syrian Army is now targeting the jihadist defenses in the western countryside of the Aleppo Governorate; these strikes are targeting the Kafr Naha and Al-Zahra’a areas. While the Syrian Arab Army controls most of Aleppo city, the jihadist rebels continue to hold onto some areas at the outskirts of the provincial capital.
Jury sworn in for trial of man accused of murdering infant son
Yusif Ali Abdi charged with killing Nathan Baraka Andrew Ali in Clane 18 years ago
Forensic investigations begin, Delhi Anaj Mandi fire echoes in Parliament
Union Minister announces probe into accident, demands higher compensation
Russian forces enter former Islamic State stronghold in Syria after U.S. pullback
Russian forces have entered Raqqa, the former de facto capital of the Islamic State caliphate, in one of the starkest examples yet of how Moscow has filled the vacuum created by President Donald Trump's decision to pull U.S. forces from northern Syria. Russian troops were shown in footage on the
More than 30 feared dead with 'no more survivors' of New Zealand volcano eruption
It's too dangerous for rescue teams to reach the island
113 nominations received in Virudhunagar district
Virudhunagar A total of 113 nominations, seven for panchayat presidents and 106 for panchayat ward members, were filed on Monday, the first day for filing papers for the rural local body elections.Aft
Child hit by vehicle in Immokalee Monday morning
Troopers say a child was seriously injured Monday morning when they were hit by a vehicle.
Arrests after police stop suspected drug deal taking place in West Bridgford
Five men were arrested
Modi criticised after excluding Muslims from religious persecution citizenship offer
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing renewed criticism after tabling legislation today which will exclude Muslims from an offer of citizenship rights to religious refugees.
Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social ...
Sturgeon suggests EU vote would take place before indyref
The First Minister reiterated her view that another Scottish referendum should be held towards the end of 2020.
Finland's Marin to become world's youngest prime minister at 34
Finland's Social Democrats elected Sunday a 34-year-old former transport minister to the post of the prime minister, making her the youngest head of...
Billie Piper begs voters to reject the Tories with extremely cheeky T-shirt
Singer Billie Piper has shared a snap of herself wearing a T-shirt with an election-themed twist on the 'Tesco' as she encourages voters to cast tactical ballots in the general election
Court remand police officer in prison over alleged murder of truck driver in Ondo
37-year-old trigger happy police sergeant Idowu Omosuyi who murdered a truck driver at a checkpoint in Uso, Owo area of Ondo
Flashy Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges
The flashy governor of Nairobi on Monday pleaded not guilty to over 30 charges of money laundering, receiving bribes and conflict of interest in a court appearance held under tight security. Governor Mike , the latest top official to be hauled in on corruption charges in Kenya, is accused of having
Anti-corruption drive will bring prosperity to Pakistan: PM Imran
Premier lauds Punjab govt for launching anti-corruption app
Finland picks world's youngest PM, women-led cabinet
Finland's new prime minister - the world's youngest premier - will have a finance minister two years her junior in a new women-led coalition cabinet after a political shake-up, party officials said on Monday.
Sonia Gandhi spends quiet 73rd birthday; wishes pour in for Cong president
Gandhi decided not to celebrate her birthday as she was saddened by rape incidents and assaults on women in various parts if the country
Mike Sonko gets 2 more nights in cell
Ahead of a bond ruling, prison authorities will confirm his claims of being sick.
Hyd rape case: SIT to probe killing of four accused
The Telangana government has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the killing of four accused in the rape and murder of a woman veterinarian in "retaliatory" firing by police last
Katureebe advises Fresh Kid to balance talent and education
The young celebrity started singing as the judicial officers enjoyed his thrilling music despite being composed in Luganda.
Kannababu blames Naidu for denial of SCS
‘Telangana agrees to implement majority of panel recommendations on assets distribution’
31 rescued from B'Haram's den in Borno forest - The Nation Newspaper
Again troops have rescued thirty-one persons including fourteen women and seventeen children from a Boko Haram hideout in Malam Masari and Gabchari
Senior N.Korean official warns Trump to quit abusive language that may offend N.Korean leader
SEOUL, Dec 9 — A senior North Korean official said in a statement today that US President Donald Trump should stop using abusive language that may further offend North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Ri Su Yong, a vice chairman of the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea, said Trump should think twice if...
‘War crime’: Gov’t slams use of child soldiers after clash kills 16-year-old rebel
Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar on Monday denounced rebels of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) for recruiting child soldiers in their armed struggle, saying such an act is a war crime and
Impeachment witness: Trump poses a danger to fair elections
President Donald Trump’s efforts to “cheat to win an election” are a threat to national security, the top Democratic investigator testified Monday as the House Judiciary Committee pushes ahead with articles of impeachment.
Rainy Weather Keeps Joburg Emergency Services On High Alert
The rainy weather is set to continue until at least Wednesday and in Johannesburg, emergency services are on high alert on Monday.
IDF tank flips over during military drill along Lebanese border
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:20 A.M.) – A tank belonging to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) was reported to have flipped over during a military drill along the Lebanese border on Monday. According to the website Hamodia, the tank was damaged after being overturned, but no one was hurt. “The tank was traveling on a road along the northern border in heavy fog, along a mountainous,” the publication said, adding “an investigation has been opened into the specific circumstances of the incident. A photo later shared on Hezbollah’s military media Telegram channel showed the alleged overturned tank; they said the photo was taken from uncited Israeli media channel.
Jharkhand polls: CRPF unit alleges animal-like treatment, claims given drinking water from water canon
An assistant commandant-rank company commander of 222nd battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has written to the state authorities and his headquarters in Delhi.
Official portrait of former premier Kathleen Wynne to be unveiled
The official portrait of Ontario's first female premier is set to be unveiled at the legislature later today.
Breaking: Russian military choppers resume heavy attack on jihadist mountain stronghold
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:00 A.M.) – Minutes ago, the Russian Air Force’s attack choppers resumed their strikes on the jihadist mountain stronghold of Kabani. According to an army source in the Al-Akrad Mountains of northeastern Latakia, the Russian military choppers launched a heavy attack on Kabani and its surroundings, causing a number of explosions that could be heard throughout this rugged region. This latest string of strikes by the Russian Air Force comes after a short absence of aerial attacks over Syria because of the poor weather. While the Russian Air Force was grounded, however, the Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) 4th Armored Division kept up the pressure on the jihadist rebels by launching several rockets and artillery shells towards the latter’s positions in Kabani.
China says it will continue ‘training’ Xinjiang people
China on Monday defended its vast network of re-education camps in Xinjiang and said it would continue
Two masked, armed men rob East Washington Avenue business, police say
Two masked and armed men confronted employees of PL$ Check Cashing as they were arriving to work Monday morning and demanded cash, according to an incident report.
Asaduddin Owaisi Tears Citizenship Amendment Bill, Says it Will Make Muslims 'Stateless'
Calling the Bill ‘arbitrary in nature’, Asaduddin Owaisi said secularism is the basic structure of the Constitution and the Bill was in violation of fundamental rights.
Corruption biggest hurdle in progress: Sarwar
LAHORE: Punjab Governor Chaudhry Sarwar on Monday said corruption is the biggest hurdle in the country’s progress and prosperity.In his message on the International Anti-Corruption Day which is
North Korea calls Trump 'erratic' old man over tweets
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a heedless and erratic old man after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn't want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders and affect the American presidential election by resuming hostile acts.
Fighting corruption a government priority – Andanar
Fighting corruption remains an utmost priority of the Duterte administration to prevent an abusive culture of extortion and embezzlement as well as oppression of the people, a Palace official said Monday.
Nirbhaya rape case: Tihar jail hunts for hangman
With no hangman in Tihar, the jail authorities have approached other prisons in the country to provide them with a hangman.
Aung San Suu Kyi heads to The Hague for Myanmar genocide case
Nobel laureate will defend government at court hearing on Rohingya crackdown
California church nativity scene depicts Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees separated in cages
A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.
Tories hold 10-point lead over Labour three days before election
Party leaders have launched a final push to get voters to back them as election week begins.
Texas man accused of carving name into girlfriend’s face
SAN ANTONIO — A Texas man is behind bars after police said he repeatedly punched his girlfriend, then used a knife to carve his name into her face.
Government moves further changes to Arms (Amendment) Bill
The Arms (Amendment) Bill allows for a person to have a maximum of two firearms, as against the present norm of three.
Anti-Citizenship Amendment Bill strike, protests disrupt life in Tripura
Situation peaceful and several protesters arrested, police said
Cheney warns disengagement in Mideast benefits Iran, Russia
Cheney’s backing of a muscular military response in the Mideast starkly contrasts Trump’s promises to pull America from what he calls the Mideast’s “blood-stained sands.”
Hong Kongers await Beijing olive branch after rare calm
Hong Kongers have delivered a clarion call for change over the last fortnight with a landslide local election defeat for the government and more ...
4-yr-old twins free selves, climb to safety after crash
Washington state authorities say 4-year-old twins freed themselves from their car seats and climbed an embankment seeking help following a car crash that killed their father.
‘Old man’ Trump is ‘bluffing’ says North Korea: KCNA
North Korea on Monday slammed US President Trump for "bluffing" and called him "an old man bereft of patience" as Pyongyang ramps up pressure on Washington over stalled nuclear talks.
Have you seen Nikita? Appeal for 31-year-old woman missing from Dublin since Saturday
Nikita Mooney is missing from the Kilmore West area of Dublin 5.
Mudslides strand hundreds of tourists in New Zealand town
Authorities said road access to Franz Josef is not likely to be restored until Friday.
Putin meets new Ukraine leader for first time
Both leaders met along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Anaj Mandi fire incident was catastrophe waiting to happen, says NHRC
About 100-150 people were sleeping when the fire broke out and most of the victims choked to death
Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko denies corruption charges in court
Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has pleaded not guilty to more than 30 charges of money laundering, receiving bribes and conflict of interest after appearing in court under tight security.
Man held for raping, smashing head with stone of 5-year-old tribal girl in Maharashtra's Nagpur
The body of the girl, who was missing since December 6, was found on an agriculture farm in Linga village in Kalmeshwar taluka, some 25 kms away from Nagpur.
Cabinet expansion, the next challenge
It is likely to happen early next week
Decorated with butterflies, infant-sized coffins sent to measles-ravaged Samoa
Volunteers in the New Zealand city of Rotorua are preparing two dozen white-lined coffins to be transported to Samoa at the end of the week as the ...
China claims all Uighur Muslims have happily ‘graduated’ from its oppressive prison camp system, despite widespread reports that at least 1 million are detained
Chinese authorities claimed Monday to have released all Uighur Muslims from the country’s oppressive prison camps in Xinjiang, contradicting widespread reports that at least 1 million are locked up in its vast system.
Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict
No comprehensive peace deal is expected from the afternoon meeting -- mediated by French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel -- but diplomats hope that the exercise will help to boost trust between the two men.
India, Australia review strategic ties in 2+2 secretarial talks
India and Australi deliberated on prevailing regional security concerns and explored ways for cooperation in field of defence industry and technology, said the Defence Ministry
Defeat in Johor is a clear message to Pakatan, says Anwar
Defeat in Johor is a clear message to Pakatan, says Anwar
NZ Police Confirm 5 Dead In Volcanic Eruption With “At Least A Double Digit” Still Missing
New Zealand Police have confirmed at least five casualties as a result of the devastating volcano eruption on Monday afternoon.
Hong Kong protest, largest in weeks, stretches several miles
The huge turnout was a reminder to China’s leader, Xi Jinping, that the monthslong campaign against his authoritarian policies still had broad support in Hong Kong despite a weakening economy and increasingly violent clashes between protesters and police.
Russia, Ukraine to revive peace process, exchange prisoners
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's president are meeting for the first time at a summit in Paris to find a way to end the five years of fighting in eastern Ukraine.
Paramilitary troops to soon don khadi uniform, Amit Shah issues directions
Samples of cotton and woollen uniforms, blankets and camouflage uniform, among others, for paramilitary forces have been developed by KVIC
Observers rate Ekiti LG elections free, fair
The Coalition of Civil Society Domestic Election Observer Groups has described the Saturday’s local government elections in Ekiti as free
Rwanda begins vaccinating against Ebola near DR Congo border
Rwanda has started a voluntary Ebola vaccination programme at its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo in a bid to prevent the spread of the deadly virus from its neighbour.
Bolsonaro Says Trade With Argentina Will Go On Despite Fernandez
(Bloomberg) -- President Jair Bolsonaro said trade with Argentina “will remain the same” despite his animosity with President-elect Alberto Fernandez but didn’t confirm whether Brazil will send a high-ranking representative to his inauguration in Buenos Aires.Asked whether he had changed plans to send
Finland's new 34-year-old prime minister is the world's youngest
Finland's leading party has nominated a 34-year-old prime minister, making her the world's youngest premier in a women-led coalition cabinet after a political shake-up.
Trouble brews in post-election Sri Lanka
Two weeks after the election of hardliner Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Sri Lanka, the prospects for justice and reconciliation between the different communities on the island lie in tatters. The victory of Gota, as he is commonly known, sent shockwaves across the Tamil-dominated northeast - where memories of his brother Mahinda Rajapaksa's brutal presidency, marked by mass atrocities and enforced disappearances, remain fresh.
Armed men kill Maersk MD’s wife at Ikoyi residence
Gildas Tohouo, managing director of Maersk Line, was attacked at his residence in the Ikoyi area of Lagos on Sunday night. Maersk is the world’s biggest shipping company. A source
House Democrats lay out case for formal Trump impeachment
The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against U.S. President Donald Trump Monday as Democrats prepare formal charges against him. Trump and his allies lobbed fresh assaults on the proceedings they dismiss as a hoax and a sham.
Trump, Saudi crown prince vow to cooperate on Florida base shooting probe
(Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday discussed last week’s Florida naval base shooting and vowed to work together on the investigation of the attack, which left three people dead and injured eight others.
NHRC says Delhi's Anaj Mandi fire was catastrophe waiting to happen, asks for detailed report
Describing the Anaj Mandi fire incident as a "catastrophe" waiting to happen, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Monday issued notices to the Delhi government, the city's police chief and the North MCD and sought a detailed report in six weeks.
Banksy installs new art piece in Birmingham highlighting homelessness
Legendary artist Banksy has installed a new art piece in Birmingham to highlight the growing homelessness problem in the UK.
Delhi Blaze: Police Nabs Factory Owner After Delhi’s Deadliest Fire In 25 Years Killing 43 People
Labourers who died in Delhi fire were mostly from Bihar between the ages of 14 and 20
Allow citizenship, should not permit voting right for next 25 years, Sanjay Raut
Shiva Sena supported the citizenship amendment bill with some stipulations. Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that his party backs the bill pertaining to the voting rights of the persons included in the bill. He urged in Lok Sabha Amit Shah to allow citizenship to the deserved refugees but should not permit right to vote for the next 25 years.
Nigerian Army commander killed in Boko Haram bomb attack
A Nigerian Army commander was killed on Saturday after an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle in Marte, Borno State.
Mayo garda appeal issued over missing person
Gardai in Mayo are appealing for information to help them trace a missing person.
US confirms visit by Russian foreign minister
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will welcome his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday -- the Russian's first visit to Washington since a controversial 2017 meeting with US President Donald
Protecting Uganda’s Future – Its Children
Today is Human Rights Day and the final day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. It’s a day to remind us that everyone must play a vital role in championing human rights and protecting those in need. Children are the most vulnerable among us, completely dependent on others for their needs and protection. This makes children the most likely to suffer violence and human rights abuses, often at the hands of those on whom they depend on the most. Uganda has an appallingly high incidence rate of violence against children. The Uganda Violence Against Children Survey (UVAC 2015) found that 75 per cent of Ugandan children experience some form of violence during childhood. Research shows that the bulk of this violence is occurring in places that should be safe and committed by people like parents/relatives, teachers, friends, and trusted community leaders who those children should be able to trust most.
Afghanistan papers reveal US public were misled about unwinnable war
Interviews with key insiders reveal damning verdict on conflict that cost 2,300 US lives
31 Army personnel killed in terrorist attacks along LoC from 2016 to 2018, says govt
Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik said that in 2016, six Army personnel died in terrorist attacks, followed by 13 in 2017 and 12 in 2018.
Karnataka bypolls: Counting begins to decide BJP's fate
The counting of votes for the by-elections on 15 assembly seats in Karnataka that went to polls on December 5 is underway at 11 centres in the state. The election results will have a bearing on the
Sonko remanded until Wednesday to await bail ruling
and JOOSEPH MURAYA NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 – Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and his co-accused persons were on Monday sent to remand prison after facing - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Tories urge pro-UK voters to unite and back them in Scotland
Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw made the plea as he said the election is ‘on a knife edge’.
The rapid rise of Sanna Marin, the 34-year-old Finnish woman set to become the youngest serving world leader
Sanna Marin is set to become the next prime minister of Finland on Tuesday, which will make the 34-year-old the youngest prime minister the country has ever had, and the third woman to lead the country.
‘Make public draft law on Sabarimala’
All India Sabarimala Action Council threatens to approach Centre
Home For Christmas: Royal Irish Parade On Return From Afghanistan
Hundreds of people cheered on 250 troops in Shropshire on Saturday.
Saudi Arabia ends gender-segregated entrances for restaurants
Restaurants in Saudi Arabia will no longer need to maintain entrances segregated by sex, the authorities said on Sunday, further eroding some of the world's strictest social rules as sweeping reforms take hold.
US, Taliban Not Agreed on Reduction of Violence: Sources
Sources close to the Doha talks said the United States and the Taliban negotiators—on their third day of negotiations--have yet to agree on the terms of a reduction of violence, ceasefire a
India gang-rape shootings revives extrajudicial killing fears
Human rights campaigners warned of a deepening culture of impunity as police take the law into their own hands
Zim police will shoot to kill machete gold miners: Govt
Justice, legal and parliamentary affairs minister, Ziyambi Ziyambi has warned machete-wielding artisanal miners against terrorising mining areas Minister Ziyambi’s comments come after
Sindh govt approves bill to restore student unions
The union will comprise of seven to 11 student-members.
Child rapist who wrote sick book on abuse stories dies of severe heart attack in Edinburgh prison
A CHILD rapist who wrote a book based on his own campaign of abuse was killed by a severe heart attack behind bars, a sheriff has ruled. Hugh Mitchell, 69, was caged for 10 years and 10 months in 2…
Republican counsel appears to disregard previous testimony about Ukraine during impeachment hearing
Republican lawyer Steve Castor seemed to forget about some previous impeachment testimony during his own appearance before the House Judiciary Committee on Monday. Castor argued that Ukraine didn't feel pressure from President Trump to investigate his domestic political arrivals and that the country's government wasn't even aware of a freeze in U.S. military aid until the end of August. Previous witnesses in the House Intelligence Committee's hearings, however, had a different story. Their testimony claimed that at least some Ukrainian officials knew about the hold up the same day as Trump's infamous call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which spurred the impeachment process. How strange that Castor repeats the argument that the Ukrainians didn’t know the aid was withheld until late August, when we have documents and testimony dating it to July 25 if not earlier. — Blake News (@blakehounshell) December 9, 2019 #CastorLiesCastor: Ukraine officials "did not learn it was paused until the pause was reported…
Former Ukrainian Lawmaker Handed Two-Year Sentence In Russia For Embassy Attack
Former Ukrainian lawmaker Mykola Rudkovskiy has been sentenced to 2 years in prison in Russia on charges of attacking the Russian Embassy in Kyiv in 2014.
We don’t want another Boko Haram, IPOB - The Nation Newspaper
The Department of State Services (DSS) is doing its job, the Presidency said on Sunday in its reaction to the agency’s action in the Sowore saga.
Indian Army To Honour 30 Bangladeshi Freedom Fighters Ahead Of Vijay Diwas
India to honour Bangladeshi freedom fighters who helped liberate their country
Indian Army Fires American Origin Ammunition from M-777s Near Pakistan Border
New Delhi (Sputnik): The 155 mm satellite-guided artillery rounds for Howitzers were ordered from the US following the February 2019 military standoff between India and Pakistan, which erupted following a suicide attack on an Indian military convoy killing at least 40 soldiers.
Russia hands out passports to 125,000 residents of rebel-held east Ukraine
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia has issued passports to 125,000 residents of rebel-held eastern Ukraine, Russia’s interior minister said on Monday, deepening Moscow’s ties with the separatist region even as it begins talks with Kiev aimed at ending the conflict.
Police guard new $120,000 duct-taped banana after 'hungry artist' eats it
The move was bananas... or maybe the work was just too appealing. Police now stand guard around a replacement banana artwork valued at tens of thousands of dollars after the original was eaten off the wall at an art gallery in Miami, Florida, reported local media.
Flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital charged with graft
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - The flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital city, Nairobi, was Monday charged with 19 counts of graft-related charges as the country struggles to tackle runaway corruption.
Partition on basis of religion: Amit Shah's jibe at Congress
Introducing the bill, Shah said the Congress 'divided' the country on the basis of religion that is why it was necessary to bring the bill.
People accepted defectors, we accept defeat: Shivakumar on K’taka bypolls
Bypolls were for 15 of 17 seats left vacant by MLAs who resigned in July, causing collapse of Cong-JD(S) and BJP's takeover.
Netherlands reduces terror threat level after six years
AMSTERDAM, Dec 9 — The Dutch national anti-terrorism agency (NCTV) has downgraded the threat of a terror attack in the Netherlands for the first time since 2013. The NCTV said it had reduced the threat level by one notch, to 3 on a scale of 1 to 5, meaning an attack is “conceivable”. The...
Serial rapist Joseph McCann given 33 life sentences
"Classic psychopath" Joseph McCann has been handed 33 life sentences and a minimum term of 30 years for a string of horrific sex attacks on 11 women and children.
‘Akali-gangster link’: CM says guilty won’t be spared
‘Evidence was serious and required a full-fledged probe; Governor apprised’
Ryan Cole pleads not guilty in arraignment hearing in Port Charlotte
Ryan Cole, the man accused of stabbing to death 15 year old Khyler Edman had an arraignment hearing today and plead not gu
National Assembly suspends voting on fast-tracked reform bills
The National Assembly decided Monday to suspend voting on fiercely contested fast-tracked bills, including election and prosecutorial reforms, and postpone its plenary session until Tuesday. National Assembly Speaker Moon Hee-sang drew the floor leaders of three major parties -- the ruling Democratic Party of Korea, Liberty Korea Party and minor conservative Bareunmirae Party -- to the agreement, following the e...
Morecambe rapist Stephen Gilyeat gets extended jail term for attacks on two schoolgirls
A child rapist snared two young victims by chatting to them on a social media app, a court has heard.
U.S. officials 'repeatedly lied about Afghanistan war for 18 years and hid the fact it was unwinnable', according to bombshell Washington Post report dubbed 'the Pentagon Papers of today'
In a lengthy article published on Monday, the Post claims that top officials knew the military's chances were slim but that they routinely hid the grave reality.
Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects
Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters. Turkey's Interior Ministry, which made the announcement, gave no details. France's Foreign Ministry declined to comment, but diplomatic sources
Israeli parties agree on March 2 election if no government formed
Israel's two biggest parties agreed on Monday on a March 2 election date, barring a last-minute power-sharing deal, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...
Police get three days’ custody of gang-rape accused
The All Women Police Station (West) on Monday got three days custody of P. Manikandan, 30, suspected to be the main accused in the gang-rape of a class XI girl in Coimbatore. The Mahila Court-cum-Spec
FG planning to charge Sowore with terrorism, says Falana
Femi Falana, human rights lawyer, says the federal government is planning to charge Omoyele Sowore, convener of the #RevolutionNow movement, with terrorism.
Puducherry CM V Narayanasamy gifts onions on Sonia Gandhi's birthday
Puducherry CM protested the Central government's failure to control the price of onion
Karnataka By-Election Results 2019: Full list of winners from BJP, Congress, JDS
The BJP's good show in 12 seats comes as a morale booster for the party after its setback in Maharashtra.
Russia and Ukraine leaders, in first talks, agree to exchange prisoners
PARIS (Reuters) - The leaders of Russia and Ukraine agreed on Tuesday to exchange all remaining prisoners from the conflict in east Ukraine by the end of the year, but left thorny questions about the region’s status for future talks.
Rights Group Calls For Amendments To Russian Domestic Violence Bill
Human Rights Watch (HRW) is calling on Russian lawmakers to amend a long-awaited draft law addressing domestic violence in order to bring it in line with international standards and include key protections for victims.
Troops recover 8 NPA high-powered firearms
BALER, Aurora - Eight high-powered firearms and assorted materiel belonging to a unit of the New People’s Army (NPA) were recovered Saturday in a joint Army-Police operation in barangay Punglo, Maria Aurora town.
Albania Earthquake
Albania's prime minister on Monday hailed the work of Israeli engineers who have come to the country to help in the aftermath of a devastating earthquake that destroyed thousands of buildings. The Israelis are among scores of foreign engineers and experts who have come or will be headed to the country
Man and woman arrested in connection with murder of man in Leixlip last year
A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with the murder of a man in Co Kildare over a ...
Citizenship Amendment Bill has endorsement of India's 130 crore citizens: Amit Shah
Trying to allay apprehensions of people of the Northeast, Shah said the Narendra Modi Government is committed to protect the customs and culture of people of the region and informed that Manipur will be brought under Inner Line Permit regime, where the proposed law will not be applicable.
SERAP faults presidency on Sowore - The Nation Newspaper
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) on Sunday faulted the presidency for comparing Omoyele Sowore and Olawale Bakare with
European Union to prolong Russia sanctions: German minister
EU leaders will renew economic sanctions against Russia when they meet for a summit this week, German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said Monday. Maas said he saw no reason to relax the measures imposed on Moscow over its role in the conflict in eastern Ukraine. The sanctions target whole sectors of the Russian economy, including its valuable oil and gas industries.
Another woman set on fire in Bihar
She resisted rape bid by neighbour
Nadler: Trump put himself before country
House Judiciary Committee Democrats argued President Trump put himself ahead of the interests of the country by seeking Ukraine’s help investigating Joe Biden and the Democrats.
Adamawa: Elected council chairmen take oath of office
The newly elected chairmen for the 21 local government councils of Adamawa State have been sworn in.The chairmen, whose victories were...
Samy Vellu's son seeks court order to determine his father's mental health
KUALA LUMPUR: Former MIC president Tun S. Samy Vellu’s son has filed a legal proceeding to determine his father's mental health which allegedly has been deteriorating over the last two years.
Israel Sets New Election Date Amid Deadlocked Netanyahu-Gantz Talks, Parliament Crunch
The ongoing Israeli political crisis not only entails the repeated failure of both the biggest parties, Likud and the Blue and White alliance, to arrive at a common ground and form a parliamentary majority, but a criminal indictment of the sitting prime minister last week.
NHRC seeks report in 'catastrophic' Delhi fire, issues notices to govt
About 100-150 people were sleeping when the fire broke out and most of the victims choked to death.
Uhuru is for us all, Ruto tells Kieleweke
Ruto asks Jubilee leaders to reject politics of hate, chaos and division.
Trump to meet with Russian foreign minister Tuesday
President Donald Trump is planning to meet with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Tuesday in Washington, an encounter that is sure to draw significant scrutiny amid several ongoing controversies involving Trump and Russia.
Michael Healy-Rae treated for smoke inhalation after fire in office
Gardaí are not treating the fire as suspicious.
Prosecutors Seek Lengthy Prison Terms For Two Former Bishkek Mayors
Kyrgyz prosecutors in a high-profile corruption trial have asked a court to sentence two former mayors of Bishkek to lengthy prison terms.
Russia, Ukraine leaders agree on cease-fire, prisoner exchange by year's end
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed to a cease-fire Monday, moving the two countries closer to ending a standoff in the Donbas region.
Mexico recalls Argentina ambassador for alleged book theft
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexico recalled its ambassador to Argentina after a video surfaced suggesting he may have tried to steal a book from a Buenos Aires bookstore.
Government works for women’s rights, says Hasina
The government is working to translate feminist thinker and activist Begum Rokeya’s dream to establish women’s rights into reality, said Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Davido says he was working on a song with Juice Wrld before his sudden death
Davido took to his Instastory channel to mourn the death of American rapper Juice Wrld. He also used the opportunity to disclose that he had a music project in the works with the rapper, before his untimely death.
Police hunt missing man deemed to be 'risk to public'
An appeal has been launched for information that may lead police to the whereabouts of Derek Mackay, who was reported missing on Monday.
Manchester coroner considers bullying claims in death of Somali schoolgirl
Twelve-year-old Shukri Abdi drowned in June in the River Irwell in Bury, Lancashire
Sweden’s ex-ambassador to China charged after setting up unofficial meetings over detained bookseller
Sweden’s former ambassador to China has been charged with “arbitrariness during negotiations with a foreign power,” over her involvement in a series of unauthorised meetings related to detained boseller Gui Minhai. Anna Lindstedt, Sweden’s former ambassador, led negotiations to release Gui in exchange for his daughter’s silence in January this year. Gui is currently imprisoned in China. […]
Cherry Blossoms Prompt Full-Blown Scandal for Japan’s PM
It might be the most Japanese of political scandals: a furore over Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's guest list at a party to mark the annual cherry blossom season.
Ghani Calls for Regional, Int’l Support for Afghan Peace
President Ashraf Ghani on Monday addressed the eighth ministerial conference of the “Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process” in Turkey and emphasized the need for a political solution to the confli
Noynoy in hospital
FORMER President Benigno Aquino III is confined at the Makati Medical Center where he is scheduled to undergo a heart surgery, the Makati police chief said yesterday.
Extinction Rebellion stages air pollution protests in London and Manchester
Demonstrators target key roads to demand government action to tackle deadly issue
UK weather: Storm Atiyah brings high winds and power cuts
Blustery weather prompts two yellow alerts and warning of disruption to election voting
Sweden charges former China envoy over dissident bookseller case
Swedish prosecutors said on Monday they had brought criminal charges against the country's former ambassador to China over unauthorized meetings in Stockholm aimed at freeing dissident bookseller Gui Minhai. Anna Lindstedt was replaced as ambassador in February amid a furore over her alleged role
India rape-murder victim’s relatives to get guns and guards
Indian police on Monday deployed round-the-clock protection and promised a weapons licence to the family of an alleged rape victim who died after being set on fire on the way to testify in court.
Iraqis rally against government as Baghdad summons Western envoys
Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died.
Deputy Allegedly Told Woman to ‘Lift Her Bra and Shake,’ Was Sexually Aroused During Another Search
A deputy in Bexar County, Texas is accused of executing a spate of sexually abusive searches. Floyd Berry Jr., 49, is charged with three count of a official oppression, a class A misdemeanor, according to KSAT. At least five alleged victims, each between the ages of 26 and 56, made allegations, authorities said. Two other claims remained under investigation.
BREAKING: Ondo sacks 51 workers who shunned screening exercise
Peter Dada, Akure The Ondo State Government said it has removed names of 51 workers from its payroll following the failure of the affected workers to show up for the recently conducted screening...
Yediyurappa firms up strength as BJP sweeps Karnataka bypoll
Party wins 12 out of 15 seats; Siddaramaiah, Gundu Rao quit Congress party posts
US bill on China's Xinjiang violates international law, regional official says
Recent US legislation on Xinjiang is a severe violation of international law and gross interference in China's internal affairs, the governor of the far western region said on Monday, accusing the United States of launching a smear campaign.
Batam's Belakang Padang immigration beefs up surveillance ahead of Christmas, New Year
The Belakang Padang immigration office in Batam, Riau Islands, has beefed up immigration surveillance across outer islands bordering Singapore ahead of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays to anticipate any illegal foreign arrivals or people-smuggling attempts.
The father of a missing 1-year-old girl was arrested on weapons charges in Connecticut 4 days after the baby's mother was found dead, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Police say Jose Morales' arrest is not related to the disappearance of his daughter, Venessa, and that he has been cooperative with investigators.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Man jailed over plot to attack Israeli embassy
A Jordanian court on Monday sentenced a man to eight years in prison for allegedly plotting to attack the Israeli embassy in Amman last year. The state security court ruled that Khaled Abu Raya ...
Britain faces most history-shaping election since WWII
LONDON (AP) - Britain is facing the most testing and significant period in its modern history since World War II.
12 workers hurt in Pasir Gudang chemical factory fire
JOHOR BAHRU: A total of 12 chemical factory workers in Jalan Nibong 1, Tanjung Langsat Industrial area near Pasir Gudang sustained burns on Sunday ...
California church's nativity scene shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph locked in separate cages
A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.
Five dead as volcano erupts in New Zealand
Five people have been killed and many more are missing after a volcanic island in New Zealand erupted in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like surface.
Vandals damage cars in Arab neighborhood of east Jerusalem
DUBAI: The quality of youth is said to determine the kind of future a nation will have. Experience shows that high levels of youth participation in a country’s workforce and political discourse can have a positive impact on societal development. Sadly, only a few Arab countries offer their youth these opportunities.
EFCC Uyo Zone secures over 60 convictions - The Nation Newspaper
The Uyo Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC) said it has secured over 60 convictions in Court against corrupt...
Karnataka bypoll results: Siddaramaiah, Dinesh Gundu Rao resign after Congress poor show
However, the Congress high command in Delhi is yet to take a call on these resignations.
Algeria seeks heavy sentences for ex-PMs accused of corruption
The Algerian prosecutor's office has requested 20-year prison sentences for several former politicians accused of corruption, including two prime ministers who served under former President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, local media reported.
Operation Peace Spring aims to preserve Syria's territorial integrity, VP Fuat Oktay says
Turkey aimed to preserve the territorial integrity of Syria with Operation Peace Spring, Vice President Fuat Oktay said Monday. 'A more than...
Over Rs 10 trn worth of loans disbursed under Mudra Yojana till Nov 1: Govt
The PMMY is a scheme launched by the prime minister on April 8, 2015, for providing loans up to Rs 10 lakh to non-corporate, non-farm small/micro enterprises.
TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu protests against onion price hike
This action by the police led to a verbal altercation between them and TDP leaders.
Labour's Thangam Debbonaire hits back after Greens claim they are the only Remain party in Bristol West
Ms Debbonaire also implied a vote for the Greens was a vote for a 'protest party' that would keep the Tories in power
Suspect chased by Milwaukee police dies in crash
Milwaukee police say a 28-year-old man has died after crashing his car during a police chase.
Billie Piper begs voters to reject the Tories with extremely cheeky T-shirt
Singer Billie Piper has shared a snap of herself wearing a T-shirt with an election-themed twist on the 'Tesco' as she encourages voters to cast tactical ballots in the general election
Chandrababu Naidu, TDP legislators protest outside Assembly against high onion prices
As the price of onions has sky-rocketed, Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MLAs and MLCs led by their party president and former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu staged a protest near the Fire Station outsi
Reports: Library in China burned 'illegal' books
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Reports in China that a library staff burned dozens of "illegal" books is drawing controversy in the country, but the articles and social media posts on the matter have been removed.
Kosovo, Albania to boycott Nobel Literature award ceremony
PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) - Kosovo and Albania say they will boycott the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony Tuesday to protest the award being given to Austrian writer Peter Handke who both countries link to the war in the former Yugoslavia.
Modi criticised after excluding Muslims from religious persecution citizenship offer
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing renewed criticism after tabling legislation today which will exclude Muslims from an offer of citizenship rights to religious refugees. The Citizenship Amendment Bill will see nationality defined by religion for the first time in India's history but only
Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — even as costs rose to $1 trillion and 2,351 American troop's lives
Thousands of pages of notes from hundreds of interviews reveal true US assessments of the war in Afghanistan, and it's not a pretty picture.
Massive US military convoy arrives base in western Iraq: media
BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:20 P.M.) – A massive U.S. military convoy reportedly arrived in western Iraq this week amid recent attacks carried out near their installations inside the country. According to Al-Sumaria TV, the U.S. military convoy consisted of 500 vehicles that entered Iraq from neighboring Jordan. The U.S. military convoy reportedly reached their final destination at the ‘Ayn Al-Assad Base in Iraq’s Al-Anbar province. No further details were released regarding the alleged U.S. military convoy. Last week, a rocket attack was reported near the ‘Ayn Al-Assad Base in the Heet District of Al-Anbar – no one claimed responsibility for the projectile fire.
In Pictures: Fishy encounter and scenic views as parties launch final voter push
The PM visited a fish market while the SNP battle bus took a trip to the Highlands.
Democratic candidate Warren discloses details of past legal work, showing $2 million in compensation
Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren released information on Sunday about her past legal work, showing nearly $2 million in compensation from dozens of clients, as a dispute intensified with her rival Pete Buttigieg over transparency.
Britain’s parties in final hunt for votes
Conservatives and Labour are mounting a desperate bid to turn from apathetic voters four days out from an election that will change the face of politics.
Trump to meet Russia's foreign minister on Tuesday: Source
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will meet US President Donald Trump during talks with his US counterpart in Washington on Tuesday, the Interfax news agency cited a Russian foreign ministry source as saying.
Jim Jordan: House Democratic staff not 'accountable to the people'
Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan said House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff should be testifying before the House Judiciary Committee instead of lawyers for the two parties arguing over whether or not to impeach President Trump.
Hastie urges democracies to engage in political warfare to preserve peace
The Liberal MP says the West has watched on passively while states such as Russia and China weaponise "previously benign" activities.
Doctors have advised shifting Nawaz to US for treatment: PML-N
Party spokesperson says transporting ex-PM to US will be an immense challenge for medical team
Miss Universe crowned
South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe 2019, giving the country its second title in three years in a pageant that also saw strong showings from contestants from Puerto Rico and Mexico.
Teen potheads caught smoking in police car
While most drug users would run away or cringe in fear at seeing a police car, this group of marijuana users in Quezon City turned one into a hotbox for their pot session.
In First Meeting With Putin, Zelensky Plays to a Draw Despite a Bad Hand
The presidents of Ukraine and Russia met face-to-face for the first time, seeking to end the war in their border region. It appeared to be a draw, rather than the Putin domination some had feared.
Rockets Hit Base Near Baghdad Airport, Six Wounded
An army complex that hosts U.S. forces next to Baghdad International Airport was hit by several rockets, wounding six Iraqi troops, the military said in a statement.
Swimmer dies off Co Antrim coast
A swimmer has died and another has been taken to hospital after getting into difficulty in the sea off the Antrim coast.
Parts of Assam tense as Amit Shah gears up to table CAB
We are ready to die but will never accept the Bill, one of the protesters shouted in front of television cameras in Dhemaji district.
Russian troops enter Raqqa city for first time during Syrian War
BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:40 P.M.) – The Russian Armed Forces have entered the city of Raqqa for the first time during this nearly nine-year-long war, a number of activists in northern Syria reported on Monday. According to the reports, the Russian Armed Forces entered Raqqa to distribute humanitarian aid to the people in the war-torn city. The military delivered two thousand food kits to Raqqa residents. Military doctors have also arrived in the city, who are ready to provide assistance to all in need. “The infrastructure in Raqqa was completely destroyed during the liberation process conducted by the US-led international coalition,” an officer at the Russian Center for Reconciliation of Controversial Parties, Vladimir Varnavsky, told reporters. “Thousands of civilians became victims of indiscriminate air and artillery attacks,” Varnavsky added. “The city has not yet finished the work of clearing debris and clearing the area, and there is a shortage of clean water, medicine and food.”
Malta protesters block entry to prime minister's office
Protesters demanding the immediate resignation of Malta's prime minister blocked an entrance to his office on Monday, the latest demonstrations over his handling of a journalist's murder. The sit-in outside the side entrance of the offices of Prime Minister Joseph Muscat began shortly after 7:00 am and involved about 30 protesters.
Floods, landslide in Uganda claims 26 lives - Red Cross
Some there have resisted the government’s attempts to have them relocated to lowlands elsewhere, saying they find it hard to vacate their ancestral lands.
SACP set to rally behind Ramaphosa's ANC leadership | IOL News
The SACP looks set to rally behind President Cyril Ramaphosa's leadership of the ANC.
Saudi eateries rid of double entrances
Required entrances for single men and another for women and families now lifted.
Finland to get youngest ever PM
Sanna Marin, Finland's youngest prime minister ever has been voted in by her Social Democratic party after the resignation of Antti Rinne.
Falana insists Sowore was assaulted by DSS inside court
Femi Falana (SAN) on Monday insisted that Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore was assaulted inside the court contrary to the claims by the Department of State Service (DSS).
Road accident kills 12 in Niger - The Nation Newspaper
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Niger says 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill village along Mokwa -Makera road in...
South Sudan rivals to hold talks in Juba
The two protagonists are expected to discuss issues seen as critical to the realisation of the peace accord signed in September of last year.
Mumbai: Chopped-up remains of girl found in suitcase. Father was the murderer
Foul smell emanating from the suitcase of a man traveling in an auto in Thane near Mumbai, led to the revelation of a spine-chilling crime. Choosing to stay with the man of her choice, cost a woman her life - once again.
Citizenship Amendment Bill Receives Mixed Response in LS | Top Reactions
Introducing the Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019 in Lok Sabha, Amit Shah said the Bill will not do injustice to anyone and there is no political agenda behind bringing the Bill to the House.
Karnataka Bypolls Effect: Siddaramaiah Resigns As Leader Of Opposition In Assembly After Congress’ Humiliating Defeat
“I express my sincere regret for not being able to give satisfactory results in the bye-elections despite my efforts”
Finnish minister, 34, to become youngest PM
Sanna Marin will become the world’s youngest sitting prime minister, according to Finland’s biggest newspaper.
Haniyeh Arrives in Turkey on 1st Leg of Long Tour
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh arrived in Turkey on Sunday as part of a tour abroad, his first since assuming power in May 2017. Haniyeh heads a large delegation including the deputy chief of the Hamas politburo, Saleh Arouri, head of Hamas Diaspora Off
Sanna Marin to be PM of Finland, world's youngest head of govt at 34 years
Finland, like much of the West, has seen a rise in right-wing populists and the nationalist Finns Party did well in April election, though centrist and left-wing parties won most votes
Youngeti unleashes new song ‘low waist’
Youngeti has wrapped up the year with the release of a new song he titled Low Waist. The song is a blend of afrobeat and hip-hop and talks about a lady...
Sturgeon suggests EU vote would take place before indyref
The First Minister reiterated her view that another Scottish referendum should be held towards the end of 2020.
2 soldiers killed, 7 injured in PKK bombing in Turkey's Şırnak
At least two soldiers were killed and seven more injured in a PKK bomb explosion in southeastern Turkey on Monday. According to the governorate, an...
Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdom.
Include Shia Muslims in Citizenship Amendment Bill, Shia Central Waqf Board urges Centre
The board alleged that Shias were persecuted in Sunni-majority countries such as Pakistan, Afghanistan, Syria, Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia.
SNP campaign focused on key constitutional issues of Brexit and independence
The SNP leader has sought to portray Boris Johnson as unfit to lead Britain.
Graft trial for Syrian President Assad’s uncle opens in Paris
PARIS: The uncle of Syrian President Bashar Assad is going on trial in Paris, accused of illegally using Syrian state funds to build a French real estate empire. Rifaat Assad, a former Syrian vice president and brother to longtime leader Hafez Assad, has lived in Europe since his exile from Syria following a failed coup attempt in the 1980s. Watchdog organizations filed a
Parliament Live: Congress divided country on basis of religion, says Amit Shah in Lok Sabha
Citizenship Bill in Lok Sabha Live Updates: Out of the present 375 MPs, 296 voted in favour of its introduction and 82 against it in the Lower House.
North Korea calls Trump ‘erratic old man’ after tweets
The comments came after Donald Trump tweeted that North Korea’s Kim Jong Un would not want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
It’s Not Because She’s a Woman
In early October, Elizabeth Warren hit her stride. Her stock in the Democratic primary had been climbing steadily since midsummer, and as Joe Biden continued to lag, the Massachusetts senator became the first presidential hopeful to overtake him as front-runner in the RealClearPolitics polling average.She
India's Parliament passes anti-Muslim citizenship bill
India's Parliament saw raucous scenes Monday and protests raged in the northeast of the country as lawmakers debated legislation that stands to give...
Mafia relaxes laws on homosexuality as long as gay men don't 'parade it' | IOL News
The mafia have relaxed their rules on homosexuality, a top Italian prosecutor has revealed.
Karnataka bypolls: BJP wins Yellapur seat by 31k votes
BJP candidate from Yellapur Arabail Shivaram Hebbar became the first candidate to register a victory in the by-polls to 15 assembly constituencies in Karnataka
Beaming Michelle Obama and Julia Roberts chat to pupils in Vietnam ahead of conference on girls' education in Malaysia
Julia Roberts is travelling to Kuala Lumpur with Obama for the Obama Foundation's inaugural Leaders: Asia-Pacific convening in the Malaysian capital on Tuesday.
Hong Kong protesters lead in popular choice for TIME Person of the Year 2019
The demonstrators with 89% votes polled as 'yes' have emerged the current favourite among people across the world who are voting to validate them as the people wielding the most influence in the past 12 months.
Police hunting for Deputy Speaker after he was caught beating up a young man at Ruto's event
The speaker is said to have left the country last night
Explained: Who is Sanna Marin, only 34, and set to be the world’s youngest Prime Minister?
All five parties in Finland's ruling coalition are led by women, and four of them are in their early thirties. The ruling coalition is Centre-Left in political orientation.
Army helicopters sent in to rescue dozens stranded at Centurion hotel
The air force was called in on Monday to rescue numerous people trapped by flood waters as heavy rain continued to pelt Centurion and other parts of Gauteng.
FM Qureshi boycotts Indian minister’s speech at Istanbul conference
Qureshi walks out of Heart of Asia conference in protest against Occupied Kashmir clampdown
Thousands Rally in London’s Parliament Square Against anti-Semitism Days Before Election
No speaker directly mentioned Jeremy Corbyn or his Labour Party, which has been accused of institutional anti-Semitism, during the demonstration
US bill on China's Xinjiang violates international law, regional official says
Recent US legislation on Xinjiang is a severe violation of international law and gross interference in China's internal affairs, the governor of the far western region said on Monday, accusing the United States of launching a smear campaign. Tension has flared in recent weeks between China and the United States over issues such as Beijing's treatment of its Uighur Muslim minority and protesters in Hong Kong, complicating prospects for a near-term deal to end a 17-month long trade war.
Omo-Agege introduces amendment bill on electoral malpractice
Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege on Monday said, he had introduced a bill for comprehensive amendment of the Electoral Act No. 6 of 2010.
Men in khaki to soon don khadi! Para-military forces to use hand-woven fabric in uniforms
Home Minister Amit Shah also instructed the DGs of all para-military forces to use village industries products such as pickles, papad, honey, soaps and detergents, shampoos, phenol, tea, mustard oil etc. in their canteens
Sowore’s rearrest in court, national tragedy – Gani Adams
Gani Adams, has expressed his disappointment in the actions of operatives of the DSS, following the rearrest of Omoyele Sowore...
Karnataka bypolls: Siddaramaiah resigns as CLP leader over Cong' poor show
The Congress, which held 12 of the 15 seats where byelections were held on December five, won only two, in a huge set-back to the opposition party
Austria: Government declines to implement glyphosate ban for 2020
Austria's government said Monday it would not implement a ban on the controversial herbicide glyphosate, despite MPs having voted for it to come into effect on January 1. In a letter to the speaker of parliament, Chancellor Brigitte Bierlein said the European Commission had not been given the necessary notification about the measure and it therefore could not enter into force.
WATCH- Asaduddin Owaisi tears Citizenship Amendment Bill in parliament
AIMIM President and MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday caused quite a flutter inside the parliament after he tore a copy of the Citizenship Amendment Bill.
Rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport
Four Katyusha rockets struck a military base next to Baghdad International Airport in Iraq's capital on Monday wounding "six fighters", the military said.
Locals in northern Syria back Turkey's presence in region
A survey released by Gallup shows that more than half of the locals back Turkey's offensive in northern Syria while expressing willingness to live under Turkish rule
Man jailed for 14 sexual offences after police seize his computer and iPhone
Thomas Inglis admitted the charges
Quake hits Florence area, trains temporarily suspended
An earthquake hit north of Florence on Monday morning, forcing trains across Italy to be cancelled or severely delayed.
Dewan Negara observes moment’s silence for late senators
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The Dewan Negara today observed a minute of silence and extended its condolences to family members of senator Datuk M. Sambanthan and senator Datuk Ong Chong Swen who died recently. Sambanthan who was also Indian Progressive Front (IPF) president died of a heart attack on...
Imran urges overseas Pakistanis to invest in Pak, says learn from Indians
He lamented that Pakistani people were unaware of the dire consequences corruption could have on their lives
Shrewsbury woman, 21, charged over Co-op robbery
A 21-year-old Shrewsbury woman has been charged with robbing a Co-op store and possessing a fake gun.
Mugodhi Apostolic sect faces fresh divisions
Mugodhi Apostolic Church, one of the largest Apostolic sects in Zimbabwe, faces fresh divisions after one of its senior pastors approached the High Court challenging the validity of the church’s constitution, saying it was not properly enacted.
$120,000 banana eaten by art gallery visitor, wall vandalized
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- The $120,000 banana duct taped to the wall of a Florida art gallery was taken off the wall and eaten by a visitor -- and another visitor then replaced it with graffiti about Jeffrey Epstein.
Saudi Arabia ends gender segregation at restaurants
Restaurants in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have separate entrances for men and women, the kingdom's government announced on Sunday.
WSCIJ postpones Osinbajo’s integrity award over Sowore
The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) said it has postponed the presentation of its integrity award to Nigeria vice president Yemi Osinbajo over the detention of Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore. “The postponement was decided on, to align with protests against the repression of #FreedomOfSpeech in recent times, especially the incidence between the […]
Fayemi tasks police to fish out ‘killers’ during council poll
Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, has directed the police to fish out the killers of one Dotun Kosedake who was shot dead ...
P Sihanouk villagers seeking intervention over land dispute
Nearly 300 people representing 9,095 families in Preah Sihanouk province on Monday filed a petition to the provincial administration seeking intervention in a long-running land dispute. The villagers submitted the petition after their initial request to hold a march to coincide with the 71st international Human Rights Day on Tuesday was rejected.
Finland's new young female prime minister breaks the mold
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) - Finland's government has a new face, and it is young and female.
Washpo: Top US officials misled public about Afghan War
Confidential documents obtained by The Washington Post reveal that top U.S. officials misled the American public about the war in Afghanistan in order to conceal doubts about the likelihood that the U.S. could be successful in the nearly 20-year effort since its earliest days, the paper reported in a major investigation on Monday.
Ghostbusters: Afterlife – first trailer for new supernatural comedy with Bill Murray
Long-awaited fourth instalment of the much-loved comedy, which is due to bring back stars of the original 1984 hit for cameo appearances
At least one dead, several missing after volcano erupts on New Zealand's White Island
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- At least one person is dead and several others are missing after a volcano on a small New Zealand island erupted Monday, authorities said.
Boy on hospital floor dominates Britain's election campaign
LONDON (AP) - A 4-year-old boy in a Spider-Man top lying on a hospital floor took center stage Monday in Britain's election campaign, as the opposition painted his plight as a symptom of the country's ailing health system and branded Prime Minister Boris Johnson heartless for avoiding looking at his photo.
EFCC receives 580 petitions, convicts 27 - Premium Times Nigeria
The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Office, has received over 580 petitions and convicted 27 from January to date.
Quake rattles Tuscany, no injuries reported
ROME (AP) - An earthquake struck Tuscany north of Florence on Monday, sending frightened people into the street in the middle of the night, opening up cracks in walls and damaging a church.
160 Arab cars vandalized in Jerusalem
Cars in Arab neighborhood of Shuafat in Jerusalem vandalized with anti-Arab slogans, have their tires slashed.
Bill to scrap quota for Anglo-Indians arbitrary, says Ernakulam MP
The government has brought in legislation to discontinue the reservation for Anglo-Indian community in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies without undertaking a factual study of their current economic
Extinction Rebellion activists wearing gas masks block central London road
The protesters, outside Leicester Square Tube station, are demanding the next government tackles air pollution in the capital.
Man arrested after woman seriously injured in Newton Mearns house as cops probe 'disturbance'
The 41-year-old woman was raced to hospital.
UPDATE: Five dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano | IOL News
A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like ...
North Korea calls Trump ‘erratic old man’ after tweets
The comments came after Donald Trump tweeted that North Korea’s Kim Jong Un would not want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
EFCC secures 84 convictions in Edo - The Nation Newspaper
The Benin Zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it has secured 84 convictions from January...
Hate speech bill meant to stop criticisms against corruption – Falana
Femi Makinde Human rights activist, Mr Femi Falana (SAN), has said the hate speech bill being considered by the Senate is an attempt to gag Nigerians from speaking against the alleged massive corr...
Murder trial ends in mistrial after lawyer involved in crash
DEDHAM, Mass. (AP) - The murder trial of a Massachusetts woman charged with killing her 81-year-old neighbor ended Monday when the judge called a mistrial because the defense attorney was struck by a car.
'Brexit referendum would be held before Indyref2' suggests Nicola Sturgeon
The First Minister said that she would like to see the 'whole UK get the chance to stop Brexit', but a second referendum on Europe 'could still see Scotland leaving the union'.
Boy on hospital floor dominates Britain's election campaign
LONDON (AP) - A 4-year-old boy in a Spider-Man top lying on a hospital floor took center stage Monday in Britain's election campaign, as the opposition painted his plight as a symptom of the country's ailing health system and branded Prime Minister Boris Johnson heartless for avoiding looking at his photo.
A changing world
Some conflicts leave relatively small footprints; others cause ripples in the space-time continuum.
Meet Ali, 25. Boris Johnson's biggest challenger
The 25-year-old candidate for the main opposition Labour party is trying to unseat the prime minister in his Uxbridge and South Ruislip constituency in west London.
Martyr’s family of Assam Movement opposes Citizenship Bill
The family members of the first martyr of the Assam Movement have shown solidarity with the people of Assam and lent support the region-wide movement
Public trust in governments is at an all-time low, Australian National University finds
The most comprehensive study of Australians' political beliefs finds management of the economy and taxation are issues that benefited the Coalition at the election.
Organisations demand release of 9 activists in Koregaon Bhima violence case
Noted journalist Nikhil Wagle, who was present at the press conference, said, "These cases were foisted by the previous Devendra Fadnavis government.
Electrician, accomplice, allegedly stab Lagos couple, kill wife
Deji Lambo A yet-to-be-identified electrician on Sunday allegedly attacked the Managing Director of Maersk Nigeria, Gildas Tohouo, at his residence in the Ikoyi area of Lagos State. It was ga...
North Korea calls Trump 'thoughtless' old man over tweets
Seoul, South Korea: North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a "thoughtless and sneaky old man” after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn’t want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders and affect the American presidential election by resuming hostile acts.
Man wearing reindeer slippers tips woman out of wheelchair on train as he tries to steal it
A man has been arrested after a would-be thief tipped a woman out of her wheelchair on a train and attempted to steal it.CCTV footage of the incident shows a man dressed in a red jacket and reindeer slippers, who lept out of his seat and grabbed the handles of the wheelchair as the train approached a
India Steps Toward Making Naturalization Harder for Muslims
A bill establishing a religious test for immigrants has passed the lower house of Parliament, a major step for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu-nationalist agenda.
'Old man' Trump is 'bluffing' says North Korea: KCNA
Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un engaged in mutual insults and threats of devastation in 2017, sending tensions soaring before a diplomatic rapprochement the following year.
Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — even as costs rose to $1 trillion and 2,351 American troop's lives
US officials have been lying to the American people about US failures in Afghanistan, where the US military has been fighting its longest armed conflict in history, a collection of confidential documents obtained by The Washington Post reveals.
'An outright lie': Ohio lawmaker shown to be linked to group pushing rightwing Christian bills
Timothy Ginter, who said he had ‘no knowledge’ of Project Blitz, was listed as co-chair of state branch of group behind the campaign
Iran ready for more prisoner swaps with US, not negotiations
The swap raised hopes of other similar actions and was seen as a rare diplomatic breakthrough between Tehran and Washington after months of tensions.
U.K.’s poll campaign enters final stage
Johnson is hoping the election will hand his ruling Conservatives a majority to push Brexit with the EU
Australia braces for more fires as extreme temperatures predicted
Thousands of firefighters were fortifying containment lines on Monday as temperatures were forecast to soar, increasing the danger of a fresh wave ...
US House Democrat accuses Trump of violating oath of office
WASHINGTON, Dec 9 — The head of a US congressional panel leading the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump today accused him of putting himself before his country and violating his oath of office. In a statement kicking off a hearing in the US House of Representatives to weigh the...
Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — costing $1 trillion and 2,351 American lives
Thousands of pages of notes from hundreds of interviews reveal true US assessments of the war in Afghanistan, and it's not a pretty picture.
#changethestory: Retribution poisons well of freedom | Cape Argus
This year was a traumatic year in which every imaginable political nightmare reared its ugly head, writes Lorenzo Davids.
Supreme Court allows Kentucky abortion ultrasound law to take effect
The Supreme Court won't hear an appeal over a Kentucky law that forces health providers to show pregnant women ultrasounds of their fetuses before having abortions.
Tamil Nadu Human Rights Commission seeks report on suicide bid by Salem youth humiliated by cops
The SHRC has sought a report from the Salem Superintendent of Police
Tory chairwoman 'tells Muslim shopper her hijab is "offensive" outside Asda'
Barnet Tory chairwoman Fiona Bulmer was asked to stand down after she allegedly made the comments to the Muslim mum - who had asked if she supported Boris Johnson's 'letterbox' niqab comparison
Official portrait of former premier Kathleen Wynne to be unveiled
TORONTO — The official portrait of Ontario's first female premier is set to be unveiled at the legislature later today.
Kidnappers kill four on Abuja highway - The Nation Newspaper
Kidnappers fleeing a clampdown by men of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command shot and killed four persons along...
Scottish Labour say Section 30 order for IndyRef2 will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become PM
Scottish Labour insists a Section 30 order for a referendum on Scots independence will not be granted should Jeremy Corbyn become prime minister on Friday.
Putin meets new Ukraine leader for first time
Both leaders met along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Two arrested for murder of gangster Ashok Rathi: Police
Residents of Alipur village in Gurgaon, both the accused Narendra and Rohit, revealed that they held a grudge against the gangster because of a property dispute and family friction, and so they plotted his murder.
Is Russia using its frozen-conflict playbook in Ukraine?
As Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy meet for the first time Monday, many wonder what Moscow's long-term goal is in
Sievers and Rodgers sentencings happening this week
The penalty phase in the trial of Mark Sievers will start Tuesday.
Backcountry skier killed in northern Colorado avalanche
A 29-year-old woman has died in an avalanche while skiing in northern Colorado, where communities along the Rocky Mountains have seen record or near-record snowfall since September. The unidentified woman from Fort Collins was buried in the powerful slide Sunday, authorities said. Other members of
Woman set on fire in Bihar after failed rape bid
A young woman was allegedly set on fire by a neighbour after she resisted his attempt to rape her, a police officer said here on Monday.
Finland is about to get the world’s youngest Prime Minister
At just 34 years old, Sanna Marin is about to make history as she becomes the world’s youngest prime minister.
Court orders Sokha to stand trial on January 15 for treason
The Phnom Penh Municipal Court has set January 15 as the trial date for Kem Sokha, the former president of the Supreme Court-dissolved Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) who is under court-supervised bail on a treason charge. In a press release issued on Monday, the municipal court said Sokha will stand trial on the conspiracy charge under Article 443 of the Criminal Code.
Loans worth over ₹10 lakh sanctioned under MUDRA Yojana
The PMMY is a scheme launched by the prime minister on April 8, 2015, for providing loans up to ₹10 lakh to non-corporate, non-farm small/micro enterprises.
SNP campaign focused on key constitutional issues of Brexit and independence
The SNP leader has sought to portray Boris Johnson as unfit to lead Britain.
Turkey Intercepts Almost 3,250 EU-Bound Migrants Over Past Week – Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The bulk of the apprehensions were made in regions adjacent to Turkey’s land border with Greece and Bulgaria, as well as Turkey’s western coast, which is a common departure point for migrants seeking to reach the Greek Aegean Islands.
Dalian Atkinson death: police officers to stand trial next September
Benjamin Monk is accused of murder and Mary Ellen Bettley-Smith denies assault
India gang-rape shootings revives extrajudicial killing fears
The shooting of four gang-rape and murder suspects by Indian police has highlighted the scourge of extrajudicial killings in a nation grappling ...
NAS Pensacola Attack: US Defense Secretary Orders Review Of Military Base Security
The call follows a shooting at a naval base in Florida that left three sailors dead.
Russian President Vladimir Putin Arrives in French Capital Paris for Normandy Four Talks - Video
The Normandy Format was created in 2014 to resolve the conflict in Eastern Ukraine. The representatives of the Normandy Four states: Germany, Russia, Ukraine and France, will participate in the talks. Their last previous meeting took place three years ago, in October 2016.
A Gas Explosion in an Apartment Building Killed Seven People in Slovakia
At least seven people were killed and more than 40 were injured in yesterday's gas explosion in a 12-floor apartment building in the Slovak town of Prešov, police and fire officials said. One person is still missing.
Winnfield woman accused of selling raffle tickets in holiday scam
The Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office recently arrested two suspects from Winnfield after for an alleged “holiday scam.”
Over 6000 arrests in Hong Kong protests, 16,000 tear gas rounds fired
Police also arrested 12 people on Monday suspected of preparing gasoline bombs
Italy investigates Maltese prof implicated in Russia probe
ROME (AP) - Prosecutors in Sicily are investigating suspected embezzlement by a mysterious Maltese academic who has been linked to a U.S. probe of hacked emails.
Former Fed chair Paul Volcker dies
Central banker responsible for ending US inflationary spiral
Kidnappers kill four on Abuja highway - The Nation Newspaper
Kidnappers fleeing a clampdown by men of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command shot and killed four persons along Kawli-Kaita highway
In Pictures: Fishy encounter and scenic views as parties launch final voter push
The PM visited a fish market while the SNP battle bus took a trip to the Highlands.
Russia tells UK court Ukraine should be forced to pay debt despite disputes
LONDON/KIEV (Reuters) - Russia told Britain’s Supreme Court on Monday that Ukraine should not be allowed to use geopolitical arguments to dispute billions of dollars in debt, after Kiev argued it had been forced to borrow the money from Moscow.
Hawke sisters divided over will fight
BOB Hawke’s eldest daughter hopes claims the former prime minister dissuaded her sister from reporting an alleged rape by a Labor MP in the 1980s don’t change the way Australians view him.
Woman set on fire by neighbour in Bihar after failed rape bid
According to the complaint, the woman was alone at home on Saturday, when the accused, who lived close by, sneaked into her house and tried to rape her.
Don't give voting rights for 25 years, Shiv Sena on Citizenship Bill
Participating in the debate on the bill, Vinayak Raut (SS) said there is no clarity yet on how and in which state these people would be rehabilitated. He said framing laws is not enough and there is a need to implement them properly.
Finnish minister Sanna Marin to become world's youngest PM
Marin, 34, has been a lawmaker since 2015 and served as until this week as the minster for transport and communications.
Ghani Calls for Regional, Int’l Support for Afghan Peace
President Ashraf Ghani on Monday addressed the eighth ministerial conference of the “Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process” in Turkey and emphasized the need for a political solution to the confli
Paris summit seeks resolution to Ukraine war
A series of meetings are being held at the Elysee presidential palace to try to revive a 2015 peace deal that has been largely ignored.
Saoirse Ronan and Andrew Scott nominated for Golden Globes
Ronan is shortlisted for Best Actress in a Film Drama for her role in Little Women.
One critically injured as popular New Zealand volcano erupts
Wellington - At least one person was left in a critical condition when New Zealand's White Island volcano erupted suddenly on Monday, leaving authorities scrambling to treat the injured and find those unaccounted for.
Syrian Army, Russian military enter strategic area in northern Raqqa
BEIRUT, LEBANON (4:40 P.M.) – Syrian Arab Army (SAA) units, accompanied by Russian military police, entered a new strategic area that overlooks the Aleppo-Hasakah Highway after the withdrawal of the Turkish Army and their militant allies. According to a military report from northern Syria, the Syrian Arab Army and Russian military police entered the strategic silo town of Sharkrak, which is adjacent to the international highway (M-4) in the northern countryside of Al-Raqqa. The reports said that the deployment of the Syrian Army units around the silos came after the withdrawal of the Turkish army and their allied militants in the ‘Ayn ‘Issa District of the Al-Raqqa Governorate. Previously, Sharkrak was under the control of the Turkish Army and their allies after they captured the area from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). However, per an agreement between Turkey and Russia, the Syrian Arab Army and Russian military were given access to this area for the first time in several years.
'Rocket Man' and 'The Dotard,' redux
Kim Jong Un is maintaining a balance of terror with the North Korean people, who have no means to escape.
Awaran women arrested last month have returned home, says BNP-M leader
The development comes days after BNP-M chief Akhtar Mengal staged protest in the National Assembly.
Meet Ali, 25, Boris Johnson's biggest challenger
Ali Milani didn't speak English when he came to Britain from Iran at the age of five. Twenty years later, he's the biggest individual threat to Boris Johnson at this week's election. The 25-year-old
JNU students lathi-charged by police during march to Rashtrapati Bhavan
Heavy deployment of police was in place ahead of the JNU students’ march towards Rashtrpati Bhavan in protest against the hostel fee hike.
Suspect in hookah lounge stabbing held without bail
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - A purported member of the Almighty Latin Kings gang was held without bail Monday after pleading not guilty to murder in the stabbing death of a man at a Rhode Island hookah lounge.
Pakistan Army Rejects Reports of Joint Border Patrolling with Iran
New Delhi (Sputnik): Pakistan’s public broadcaster, Radio Pakistan and the country’s leading newspaper Dawn, had reported joint patrolling along its border with Iran. Islamabad has started fencing the common border with Iran to de-escalate tensions that arose in the past, due to attacks on the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
Construction begins on Munir Human Rights Museum
The Munir Human Rights Museum was expected to become a place "to teach the public, tourists who visit Batu and students about human rights".
Govt's Ksh400 Million Gamble That Backfired
A report tabled in Parliament from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reveals an extra...
Encounter no solution to sexual assaults on women: Katti Padma Rao
Culture of respecting women should be nurtured: Dalit leader
US military aircraft spotted near Russian base in Syria: report
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:30 P.M.) – A U.S. military aircraft was tracked off the coast of Syria this week, as it reportedly traveled through the eastern Mediterranean region. Citing the Twitter account IntelSKy, Avia.Pro reported that a U.S. P-8 military aircraft was tracked near the Russian Hmeimim Airbase, which is located in the southwestern part of the Latakia Governorate. “The American anti-submarine aircraft Boeing P-8 A Poseidon was spotted a few hours ago near the Russian military bases in Syria. A rather remarkable event took place for the first time in many weeks, which raises questions from experts about the Pentagon’s new interest in Russian military bases,” Avia.Pro said. The reason for the close flight is unknown and the U.S. Armed Forces do not comment about these flights. “The purpose of the flight of the American military aircraft was unknown, however, experts previously noticed an interesting detail – often the appearance of American military aircraft near the Russian military bases in Syria are accompanied…
2 Turkish Soldiers Killed while Defusing Bomb
At least two Turkish soldiers were killed and seven others were wounded on Monday while attempting to defuse an improvised explosive device, officials said. The device exploded in a village near the town of Idil, in the mainly-Kurdish populated Sirna
Bad news for Sonko as court hands him more days behind bars
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Finland ready to elect world's youngest prime minister
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Finland's Sanna Marin could become the world's youngest sitting prime minister this week at 34 after she was elected by her party late Sunday to assume its leadership position.
Putin, Zelenskyy to hold first summit on Ukraine conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin will for the first time hold formal talks with his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy over the conflict in Ukraine's east on Monday in a much-anticipated summit in the French capital, Paris.
Syrian president's uncle stands trial over 'ill-gotten gains' empire in France
The uncle of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad stood trial in Paris on Monday accused of pumping tens of millions of pounds of “ill-gotten gains” into a vast property empire for himself and his extended family.
BS Yediyurappa celebrates with son as trends show BJP leading in K'taka by-polls
Earlier Yediyurappa had confidently said that BJP will win at least 13 seats and the government will be 'safeguarded'.
2,000 people from more than 100 countries to be conferred with Irish citizenship today
The ceremonies take place at the Gleneagle Hotel Convention Centre which is now the venue for the foreseeable future for the conferring ceremonies.
Uttar Pradesh to set up 218 fast-track courts for crimes against women and children
Currently 42,389 cases of sexual offences against children and 25,749 cases of rape and sexual crimes against women are pending in the courts.
Meet Ali, 25. Boris Johnson's biggest challenger
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House Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges
Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes on Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.
Ex-Kyrgyz President Atambaev To Face Psychiatric Examination
A psychiatric examination has been ordered for arrested former Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambaev, the Interior Ministry says.
Arab suspected in attack on rabbi in central Israel arrested
28-year-old Arab man arrested after rabbi dragged out of his car, beaten in central Israeli city of Lod.
Jordan jails man over plot to attack Israel embassy
A Jordanian court on Monday sentenced a man to eight years in prison for allegedly plotting to attack the Israeli embassy in Amman last year.
Police seal off Rutherglen car park after two men seriously assaulted in murder bid
Two men, aged 51 and 25, were rushed to hospital after the incident on East Kilbride Road on Sunday night.
Omo-Agege introduces amendment bill on electoral malpractice
Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege on Monday said, he had introduced a bill for comprehensive amendment of the Electoral Act
Graft trial for Syrian President Assad’s uncle opens in Paris
Brussels: European Union foreign ministers debated Monday how to respond to a controversial agreement between Turkey and Libya that could give Turkey access to a contested economic zone across the Mediterranean Sea. The maritime border deal, endorsed by the Turkish parliament last week, has fueled tensions in Turkey’s long-running dispute with Greece, Cyprus and Egypt over oil
Tassia collapse building death toll rises to 10 after 4 more bodies found
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9- The death toll from the building that collapsed in Tassia Estate in Embakasi Constituency has risen to 10 after more bodies were - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Algeria Youth Scorn 'Dinosaur' Old Guard Ahead of Polls
Algeria's contentious presidential election campaign is highlighting the deep gulf between young people at the heart of a street protest movement and an aging elite they see as clinging to power. The poll, set for Thursday, will see five candidates,
11 red sanders operatives nabbed at two places in Kadapa district
Accused resorted to stone pelting for several hours, say police
Obaseki reiterates resolve to curb corruption, sustain transparency, probity in govt
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has reiterated his resolve to curb corruption in government by deploying technology...
Man and woman arrested over murder of man in Kildare in 2018
A man and a woman have been arrested in relation to the fatal shooting of a man in Leixlip, Co.Kildare that occurred last year.
Narendra Modi says Karnataka bye-poll results show voters trust only BJP for stability, development
The prime minister made the remark at an election rally in Jharkhand.
Japan PM Abe says visit by Iran's Rouhani being arranged
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Monday his country is arranging a visit by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani because it wants to play a greater role in resolving a nuclear impasse between Tehran and Washington and in relieving tensions in the Middle East, the source of more than 80% of Japan’s oil.
Successful water action flotilla at Lyttelton Port
Fifteen kayaks, a yacht, and a ferry filled with over a hundred local school children joined the peace flotilla this morning at Lyttelton Port, Christchurch. They were encouraged from the land by approximately 80 human rights activists, who sang Saharawi songs of freedom. The action was to "unwelcome" the bulk carrying cargo ship the "Federal Crimson", as it arrived in Lyttelton carrying 50,000 tonnes of 'blood phosphate' from the occupied territory of Western Sahara. Christchurch group, ‘Ravensdown- Take ‘Em Down’ organised the water flotilla, inspired by the Peace Squadrons - which were instrumental in the NZ Nuclear Free campaign. Christchurch resident Catherline Low stated "I'm horrified that New Zealand companies are supporting human rights abuses by buying this phosphate. It has got to stop". Local organiser Josie Butler reports "Ravensdown are funding war crimes. We are here today to demand Ravensdown's CEO Greg Campbell to cease this internationally illegal import immediately".
Activists storm into Maltese government HQ demanding PM's resignation
VALLETTA (Reuters) - Activists staged a protest in government headquarters for five hours on Monday to demand the immediate resignation of Maltese Prime Minister Joseph Muscat amid an investigation into the 2017 car bomb killing of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
'No impact of BJP's tactics on Shivajinagar voters'
Congress leader Rizwan Arshad, who has secured a total of 40, 481 votes so far, thanked the voters, saying they did not fall prey to the Bharatiya Janata Party's tactics.
'Old man' Trump is 'bluffing' says North Korea: KCNA
North Korea on Monday accused US President Trump of
Man faces trial over death of boy in hit-and-run outside school
Harley Watson died in hospital after a vehicle ploughed into children who were leaving Debden Park High School in Loughton on December 2.
Charity: Over 110 children killed in 2 Yemeni areas in 2019
CAIRO — Over 110 Yemeni children were killed between January and October in the key port city of Hodeida and a southwestern province, an international charity said Monday. Save the Children said in a report that 56 children were killed and 170 wounded as a direct result of fighting in Hodeida, despite a cease-fire there …
BJP, AAP war of words over Azad Mandi fire continues
Union Minister announces probe into accident, demands higher compensation
Police charge in court 14 terror suspects in 2017 Hotel Olio International blast
Police have pressed formal charges against 14 militant suspects in connection with a suicide bomb blast in a hotel in Dhaka’s Panthapath two years ago in what is said to be a foiled plot to attack National Mourning Day programmes.
Democrats poised to unveil two impeachment articles vs. Trump
House Democrats are poised to unveil two articles of impeachment against U.S. President Donald Trump -- abuse of power and obstruction of Congress -- with an announcement expected early Tuesday.
Troops rescue 31 women, children from Boko Haram terrorists in Borno
Army says its troops have rescued 31 persons comprising 14 women and 17 children at Mantari, Malam Masari and Gabchari Villages in Bama Local Government Area (LGA) of Borno.
Death toll in Ukraine's Odessa college fire rises to 10
Ten people have been killed and eight others are still missing as a result of a fire.
Why I'm proposing amendments to Electoral Act - Omo-Agege
Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege on Monday, said he had introduced a bill for comprehensive amendment of the Electoral Act No. 6 of 2010.
Factory owner, manager arrested after Indian capital's deadliest fire in 20 years
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Police in New Delhi have arrested the owner and manager of a factory where 43 people died in the Indian capital’s deadliest fire in 20 years, a spokesman said on Monday.
IN PICTURES: Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko’s day in court
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North Korea calls President Trump 'erratic old man' over tweets
North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a “heedless and erratic old man” after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn’t want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
Seventh suspect arrested over killing of fireman in centre of Augsburg
A seventh and final suspect was also arrested after a deadly attack on a passer-by in Augsburg on Friday evening.
Greece Refuses US, French Extradition Requests for Russia's Vinnik - Russian Ombudswoman
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A Greek court has refused to extradite Russian national Alexander Vinnik, who has been in detention since 2017 and is wanted by several countries, to the United States and France, with a decision on Russia's relevant request yet to be made, Russian ombudswoman Tatiana Moskalkova stated.
Thousands Protest In Russia's Northwest Against Becoming Moscow's Dumping Ground
Thousands have rallied in the northwestern Russian town of Kotlas against the construction of a new landfill for waste from Moscow.
House fire leaves three adults displaced and house uninhabitable
San Carlos Park Fire Department responded to an unoccupied home that had smoke showing from a two story home
Peace in sight? Paris summit seeks solution for Ukraine war
The summit notably includes the first face-to-face meeting between Zelenskiy, a comic actor and political novice, with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Citizenship Amendment Bill: Protests erupt as India pushes for 'anti-Muslim' law
Bill seeks to amend the Citizenship Act of 1955 which prohibits illegal migrants from applying for Indian citizenship
Rise in crime due to economic crisis in Tripura: CPI (M)
Taking potshots at Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb, who said in September this year that crimes against women have ‘drastically’ come down, the CPI (M) leader said National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB) has put Tripura among the top states in India in terms of rapes and murders.
No reason to show that employment has come down: Govt tells Lok Sabha
The Labour and Employment Minister also said the government is implementing various schemes for generating more employment
'If Congress Hadn't Done Partition on Basis of Religion..': Shah Attacks Oppn in LS as War of Words Ensue on Citizenship Bill
"Why do we need this Bill today? After independence, if Congress had not done partition on the basis on religion, then, today we would have not needed this Bill. Congress did partition on the basis of religion," Shah fumed in Parliament.
Saudi crown prince called Trump, expressed condolences over Florida base shooting: State news
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday and expressed his condolences and support for the families of ...
Russian forces enter former Islamic State stronghold in Syria after US pullback
Russian forces have entered Raqqa, the former de facto capital of the Islamic State caliphate, in one of the starkest examples yet of how Moscow has filled the vacuum created by President Donald Trump's decision to pull US forces from northern Syria.
City sees big margin gains for BJP
Results will have a bearing on the BBMP council and standing committees
Australians' faith in government hits record low
SYDNEY: Australians have less trust in government than at any point on record and are more worried about climate change, according to a ...
TD Healy-Rae treated for smoke inhalation after fire
Kerry Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae has been treated at hospital in Tralee for smoke inhalation after a fire in his office and shop this morning.
"Powerful case" for inquiry into Birmingham pub bombings - Prime Minister
"I will look very hard at what we can do," he tells campaigns
Screams and goodbyes as scores die in devastating India factory fire
At least 43 people were killed Sunday in a devastating fire that ripped through a bag factory in the congested old quarter of the Indian capital New Delhi, with survivors describing the screams of workers trapped inside.
Rohingya campaigners launch Myanmar boycott
Human rights campaigners supporting Myanmar's Rohingya mainly Muslim minority have called for a global boycott of the country, a day before genocide hearings begin at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague.
Citizenship Amendment Bill: How Amit Shah Defended Excluding Muslims
The Lok Sabha voted in favour of the introduction of the bill after protests by opposition leaders.
Man found shot to death outside Knoxville apartment, KPD opens homicide investigation
KPD responds to a call about a man's body at a Knoxville apartment complex.
Cheney Warns Trump Disengagement in Mideast Benefits Iran, Russia
The former vice president mentioned Trump by name only once, but his comments cut to the core of several U.S. policies in the Middle East
U.S.-Taliban talks resume, raising prospect of an end to America's longest war
A Western official told NBC News that Washington had "ambitious timelines" for the talks and was pushing to secure a deal by the end of December.
Man attacked in his home in Telford
A man was attacked in his home in Telford.
Concerned EU weighs response to Turkey-Libya border deal
Brussels (AP) —The European Union's top diplomat said Monday that some EU countries are concerned over Turkey's controversial maritime border agreement with Libya but that the bloc will continue studying the deal before deciding whether to take action.The maritime deal, endorsed by the Turkish parliament last week, has fueled tensions in Turkey’s long-running dispute with Greece, Cyprus and Egypt over oil and gas drilling rights in the eastern Mediterranean.The deal could give Turkey access to a contested economic zone across the eastern Mediterranean Sea and Greece has already expelled the Libyan ambassador over it.“It’s clear that it is problematic.
Cape Town files urgent application to deport foreigners camped at Methodist Church
SOUTH AFRICA: Foreigners in the City of Cape Town face a bleak festive season after the City applied an urgent court interdict
Policeman to stand trial for murder over Dalian Atkinson death
A police officer from Shrewsbury accused of murdering former Aston Villa star Dalian Atkinson will stand trial in September next year alongside a colleague who denies assaulting the ex-footballer.
MLA chairs meeting on Paryaya festival
K. Raghupati Bhat, MLA, chaired a meeting of municipal officers and office-bearers of the paryaya festival committee at the Udupi municipal office here on Monday. The meeting focused on the ways and m
Northern Irish leader says Boris Johnson broke his word on Brexit
The DUP has refused to support the Brexit deal Boris Johnson struck with the EU.
Angry protesters storm French embassy in Lagos
Some protesters stormed the French embassy in Lagos on Monday, accusing President Emmanuel Macron of support for terrorism
Next step for China, Vatican is to establish diplomatic ties, top-level mutual visits: bishop
Pope Francis has love and confidence in China and China trusts Pope Francis, said a Vatican bishop during a conference held in China, noting that the next step for the two countries is to establish diplomatic relations, which is at the center of the Pope's heart.
Eight Servicemen Killed in Southern Afghanistan Due to Car Bomb Explosion - Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - According to sources, as cited by the Xinhua news outlet, the bomb was detonated by a suicide bomber.
Trump impeachment hearing interrupted by protester
The US Judiciary Committee is to vote soon on two or more charges of abuse of power, bribery and obstruction against US President Donald Trump.
Siddaramaiah quits as Cong legislature party leader after K'taka bypoll defeat
'I have submitted my resignation to Sonia Gandhi,' said Siddaramaiah after poor show by Congress in the Karnataka bypolls
Impeachment witness: Trump poses election 'danger'
U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to "cheat to win an election" are a threat to national security, the top Democratic investigator testified Monday as the House Judiciary Committee pushes ahead with articles of impeachment.
Palestinian ex-prisoners recall torture in Israeli detention
Ramallah, Occupied West Bank - It was supposed to be a normal Wednesday for Samer Arbeed and his wife, Noura, picking up and dropping off the children, eating leftovers for lunch, and working on a sink-load of dishes.
Government moves further changes to Arms (Amendment) Bill
The Bill was tabled in Lok Sabha on November 29. The Bill seeks to enhance punishment for illegally possessing and making prohibited arms besides other changes in the six- decade-old Arms Act.
BJP will not indulge in Operation Kamala, says Kateel
Kateel said it was teamwork by BJP leaders that resulted in the party winning the maximum number of seats.
Iran dismisses Israeli threats as ‘sign of weakness’
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi on Monday dismissed the recent Israeli anti-Iran threats as a sign of weakness. “We consider the threats from Jerusalem’s occupying regime (Israel) as a sign of weakness,” Mousavi said in a statement. Israeli threats are also “desperate attempts to cover up the crises and domestic problems of its leaders,” he added. Highlighting Iran’s ability to protect its national security, the spokesman said his country “will give a crushing regretful response to any act of aggression or stupid action.” On Sunday, the Israeli defense minister warned Iran against continued presence in Syria, saying Israel will “work tirelessly” to prevent the establishment of a stable Iranian military presence in the Arab country.
Tanwir: I would marry Hazara girls to Pashtoon men if I was in power
Afghan politician Mohammad Halim Tanwir has said in a gathering, if he was in power he would have married Hazara girls to Pashtoon men for the social equality.
Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani's fiery media appearances
Rudy Giuliani was a key figure in the events that sparked an impeachment probe, and his actions have long concerned Trump administration officials.
23 hauntingly beautiful photos of abandoned churches around the world, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - From Italy to Romania and the Czech Republic, these hauntingly beautiful "houses of God" are usually unreachable to the average explorer.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Madison woman found slumped over wheel of running car, arrested on OWI charges, police say
A Madison woman was arrested on suspicion of fourth-offense OWI after she was found slumped over the wheel of a running car, police said.
Dengue fever claims another life in Karachi
KARACHI: Dengue fever has claimed another life in Karachi city in a private hospital during the last 24 hours, taking the death toll from this mosquito-borne disease to 46 since January 01, 2019.
CPI slams Centre, State Government over ‘adamant’ attitude on CAB
The Lakhimpur district council of the Communist Party of India (CPI) once again came down heavily against the BJP-led Union and State
Two Held On Suspicion Of Terror Offences In Dover
The pair are to be held for extended questioning after being arrested as part of an "intelligence-led" operation.
Fife man to stand trial accused of harassing women and handing them lewd drawings
A Newport man will stand trial accused of harassing women and giving them lewd drawings.
Johnson ‘broke his word’ over Brexit union pledge, says Foster
DUP says deal will put a border down the Irish sea and threaten the union with Britain
Charity: Over 110 children killed in 2 Yemeni areas in 2019
Over 110 Yemeni children were killed between January and October in the key port city of Hodeida and a southwestern province, an international charity said Monday. Save the Children said in a report that 56 children were killed and 170 wounded as a direct result of fighting in Hodeida, despite a cease-fire
Trump, Saudi Arabia stay close after Pensacola shooting
President Donald Trump appears to be maintaining his support of Saudi Arabia in the wake of a deadly shooting at a U.S. naval base allegedly perpetrated by a Saudi national -- a crime the FBI presumes is an act of terrorism.
Birthday Special! Times Dia Mirza proved that she is a woman of Substance
DiaMirza won millions of hearts with her debut movie Rehna Hain Tere Dil Mein. The actress over the years have managed to make a name for herself not only with her acting chops but with her consistent efforts towards a number of social causes. Whilst supporting a number of campaigns for working towards the environment and climate change issues, the actress was also named UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador in 2017.
Why a journalist’s murder is shaking the Maltese government
The investigation into journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia’s murder inspired protests against Prime Minister Joseph Muscat, who will resign in January.
Mixed views over political party registration
© THE recent feud between MDC Alliance and Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec) over a new political outfit, MDC Zimbabwe exposes the absence of a legislation regulating local political parties.
'An outright lie': Ohio lawmaker shown to be linked to group pushing rightwing Christian bills
Timothy Ginter, who said he had ‘no knowledge’ of Project Blitz, was listed as co-chair of state branch of group behind the campaignAn Ohio legislator who said he had “no knowledge” of a rightwing Christian bill mill called Project Blitz is, in fact, the co-chair of the state branch of an organization
Netherlands reduces terror threat level after six years
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - The Dutch national anti-terrorism agency (NCTV) has downgraded the threat of a terror attack in the Netherlands for the first time since 2013.
US confirms Washington visit by Russian foreign minister
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will welcome his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov on Tuesday - the Russian's first visit to Washington since a ...
Qatar state minister for foreign affairs arrives in Riyadh: QNA
DUBAI (Reuters) - Qatar’s minister of state for foreign affairs arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday, state news agency QNA said, for a preparatory meeting ahead of an annual summit of Gulf Cooperation Council leaders that could see a thaw in a 2-1/2-year Gulf crisis.
Algerian ex-politicians face jail terms
Two Bouteflika-era prime ministers are among those facing 20-year sentences.
Serious lapses in CCRC construction: Chennithala
Leader of the Opposition Ramesh Chennithala, who visited the construction site of the Cochin Cancer Research Centre where the porch roof that was newly built had collapsed last Monday, said that it wa
Retired cop killed in QC buy-bust
Anti-scalawag operatives of the Philippine National Police (PNP) killed early Monday morning a recently retired policeman in a buy-bust operation in Quezon City.
One dead in New Zealand volcano eruption, more fatalities likely
WELLINGTON: New Zealand police said at least one person was killed and more fatalities were likely, after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted Monday, leaving dozens stranded.
34-year-old lawmaker set to become Finland's prime minister
Finland's ruling Social Democratic Party council voted to name Marin over rival Antti Lindtman to take over the government's top post.
‘Threatening’ behaviour towards Smriti Irani: Apologise flatly, govt tells two Congress MPs
They face suspension for five days
Beverley Walrond: Barbados loses one of its influential attorneys in family and child law
Barbados is one of the populous and prosperous Caribbean islands with political, economic and social stability, as well as, influential people who are impacting lives tremendously. One of such people is Lady Beverley Walrond, QC. She was a qualified Mediator and has quite a number of experiences outside of legal practice as well. She acted...
Shooting in the dark; Afghanistan's endless war pits brother against brother
KUNDUZ, Afghanistan (Reuters) - The 19-year-old Taliban deserter is haunted by the memory of the attack on a police checkpoint in northern Afghanistan in August.
Citizenship Amendement Bill: Massive anti-NRC rally in Kolkata
A country cannot be run by fear of losing citizenship, say protesters
Democrats poised to unveil 2 impeachment articles vs. Trump
Trump and his allies acknowledge he will likely be impeached in the Democratic-controlled House, but they also expect acquittal next year in the Senate where Republicans have the majority.
K'taka bypolls: With 12 seats Yediyurappa retains govt, Cong sees fallout
Modi called the by-polls in Karnataka "extraordinary", one which would decide whether the BJP government would stay or go.
UK's former most wanted handed 33 life sentences for sex attacks
A huge manhunt was launched to find Joseph McCann, who had embarked on a string of horrific attacks after being released from prison.
Four rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport
BAGHDAD — Four Katyusha rockets hit a military base near Baghdad International Airport early on Monday, wounding at least six soldiers, Iraqi security officials said. It was the latest incident in a series of rocket attacks in recent weeks. Iraqi security forces discovered a rocket launcher and some defused rockets nearby after searching the area …
Women, Children Rescued As Nigerian Army Crushes Boko Haram Insurgents
The Nigerian Army says troops of 68/94 Battalions of Operation LAFIYA DOLE deployed in Malam Fatori, Abadam area of Borno State have crushed Boko Haram insurgents in the area.
4-year-old twins free selves, climb to safety after crash in Washington
SEATTLE - Washington state authorities say 4-year-old twins freed themselves from their car seats and climbed an embankment seeking help following a car cra
Decorated with butterflies, infant-sized coffins sent to measles-ravaged Samoa
Volunteers in the New Zealand city of Rotorua are preparing two dozen white-lined coffins to be transported to Samoa at the end of the week as the ...
Filing of nominations begins for poll to rural local bodies
A total of 85 nominations were received on the first day of filing of nominations for 5,462 rural panchayat posts in Thanjavur district on Monday.While election for the post of village panchayat ward
Finland Politics
Finland's next government is breaking the mold in multiple ways. Sanna Marin, the 34-year-old transport minister, was tapped over the weekend by the ruling Social Democratic Party to be Finland's new prime minister. When she takes the reins of the country, most likely on Tuesday, she will become
Rohingya refugees demand justice for Myanmar genocide at ICJ
Rohingya genocide hearings at the International Court of Justice start at The Hague as human rights campaigners call for a global boycott of Myanmar to stop violence against the Muslim minority group
Boko Haram: Troops rescue 31 women, children in Borno
The Nigerian Army has said that its troops have rescued 31 persons comprising 14 women and 17 children at Mantari, Malam Masari and Gabchari Villages in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. ...
Sowore: Whistleblowers' coalition condemns SSS invasion of court
The coalition urged President Muhammadu Buhari to punish the officials of the SSS and leadership of the agency for the invasion of a courtroom in an attempt to rearrest Mr Sowore.
BJP retains Karnataka, set to win 12 bypoll seats under CM Yeddiyurappa
The BJP's good show in 12 seats comes as a morale booster for the saffron party after it's setback in Maharashtra
China claims all Uighur Muslims have happily 'graduated' from its oppressive prison camp system, despite widespread reports that at least 1 million are detained
Xinjiang governor Shohrat Zakir claimed that everyone had "graduated" from "vocational training camps," found employment, and are leading happy lives.
Sweden charges former China envoy over Gin Minhai meetings
Swedish prosecutors suspect Anna Lindstedt of organising a meeting in January between Gui’s daughter, China's ambassador and two businessmen about the possible release of her father, a dissident bookseller who is current imprisoned.
California church's nativity scene shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph locked in separate cages
A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.
Docs advise Sharif to go to US as health remains weak
Pakistan's ailing former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, who is currently undergoing treatment in London, has shown no improvement in his platelet count and the doctors have advised that he be shifted to the US for better medical care, a top PML-N official said on Monday.
Updated: Amnesty Int’l, SERAP threaten mass action over Sowore’s rearrest
Following the 'combative' rearrest of Convener of RevolutionNow movement, Omoyele Sowore, by the Department of State Services, DSS, at the....SERAP
Kidnap suspect commits suicide in Dhaka
Police have recovered the body of a kidnap suspect from a house in Dhaka’s Sutrapur area.
Iraqis rally against government after activist killed
Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died.
Iranian Foreign Minister Says Tehran Ready for Prisoner Swap, 'Ball is in US Court' - Reports
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif tweeted on 7 December that Iran and the United States were conducting an exchange of US-held Iranian scientist Massoud Soleimani and Chinese-American Xiyue Wang detained in Iran.
Congressional panel to weigh Trump impeachment evidence as formal charges loom
WASHINGTON, Dec 9 — A US congressional panel leading the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump will debate the evidence against him on Monday, with Democratic lawmakers poised to move forward with possible formal charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress this week. The...
Sanna Marin Appointed As Finland’s Youngest Prime Minister Aged 34
A 34-year-old transport minister and lawmaker will become Finland’s youngest ever prime minister and its third female government leader
Factbox: Some of the world's youngest national leaders
(Reuters) - Finland’s Sanna Marin is about to become the world’s youngest serving prime minister at the age of 34.
Documents show US leaders misled public on progress in Afghanistan War: report
Senior U.S.
Scotland ‘only part of the UK’ where Brexit not the defining issue of GE2019
North of the border campaigning has been dominated by talk of a second Scottish independence vote.
Delhi BJP sets up panel to probe Anaj Mandi fire, exchange barbs with AAP
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced Rs 10 lakh for the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured in the incident.
Young woman's murderer attempts suicide
A murder suspect who stabbed 20-year-old university student Ceren Özdemir to death attempted suicide in a high-security prison in eastern Turkey's Van...
China prison camps: Govt. says it will continue 'training' Xinjiang people
China on Monday defended its vast network of re-education camps in Xinjiang and said it would continue "training" residents, following explosive government document leaks detailing surveillance and control of the region's Uighur population.
Marvin Rees calls councillors' plan to complain a 'fake debate'
“I feel that we’re being ignored," an opposition councillor said
72 candidates file nominations on first day
Ramanathapuram/Sivaganga A total of 72 candidates filed papers on Monday on the first day for filing of nominations for elections to rural local bodies in Ramanathapuram and Sivaganga districts. While
CP Rail train derails near Lanigan, Sask., sparking fire that closes highway
A Canadian Pacific freight train hauling crude derailed overnight sparking a fire that forced the closure of part of a major highway south of Humboldt, Sask.
Kenya story building collapse: 10 dead, 20 inured, 30 missing - Police
Nairobi Police Chief Philip Ndolo said four bodies were recovered from the scene Sunday including that of a child, while a fifth person died in a hospital. According to authorities, that brings the ov
Four Rockets Hit Military Base Near Baghdad Airport
Six soldiers were wounded by the Katyusha strikes, and Iraqi forces discovered a rocket launcher and defused rockets nearby
40th GCC summit: The beginning of reconciliation?
Doha, Qatar - As leaders prepare to convene the 40th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit on Wednesday, a possible resolution to the blockade on Qatar that has lasted more than two years will dominate discussions, analysts say.
Senate Democrats demand Trump fire Stephen Miller
Senate Democrats are demanding that President Trump fire Stephen Miller after a watchdog group released hundreds of controversial emails the White House adviser sent prior to his time in the
Cops alerted as CPP anniversary nears
ALL police forces nationwide were ordered to be on heightened alert and maintain their vigilance needed to thwart surprise New People’s Army attacks and other atrocities as the the Communist Party of the Philippines marks its founding anniversary on December 26.
Police to file SLP on death sentence for child rapist
Warangal Police Commissioner V. Ravinder on Monday stated that they would file a Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court on reducing the death sentence of Polepaka Praveen (26), who was convicted
Hebrew U Study: Pregnant Smokers at Higher Risk for Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes leads to higher risks for pregnancy and birth complications such as macrosomia (larger than average babies) and caesarean deliveries.
Telangana HC orders bodies of Hyderabad accused to be preserved till December 13
The Telangana High Court on Monday ordered to preserve the bodies of the accused in the Telangana doctor's rape and murder case till December 13.
Let's consider important issues when voting
© EDITOR— Zimbabwe is a small country with a small population of about 15 million people, most of whom are young, vibrant and energetic, but with no employment. It's a peaceful country compared to sister nations in southern Africa.
EFCC seized N643.9m, secured 22 convictions in Kano – Magu
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said on Monday that its Kano Zonal office seized N643.9 million this year.
London Bridge terror attack: Ex-convict sprayed fire extinguisher into Usman Khan's eyes so that man with narwhal tusk could stab him
A former convict who tackled the London Bridge terrorist has revealed how he used a fire extinguisher in an attempt to blind Usman Khan so that a man wielding a narwahl tusk could stab him.
Uncle of Syria's Assad faces money laundering trial in Paris
Syrian regime leader Bashar Assad's uncle went on trial in Paris Monday on charges of pilfering Syrian state coffers and using the spoils to build a...
8 soldiers killed in Afghan suicide bombing
The Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Five Soldiers Killed in Suicide Attack In Helmand
At least five soldiers were killed and four others were wounded in a suicide attack in southern Helmand province on Monday, the Ministry of Defense (MoD) said in a statement.
'Hats Off,' Andhra CM Reddy Lauds 'Encounter Killings' in Telangana Rape, Murder Case
Reddy, who is a close friend of KCR, said that the brutal incident was a shame on part of the society that needs to be questioned.
Warning issued on peace talks saboteurs
WHILE the Makabayan bloc welcomed the move to resume peace talks between the government and the Communist Party of the Philippines-National Democratic Front (CPP-NDF) they warned about saboteurs.
British Rohingya activist fears retaliation over Hague genocide trial
One of the UK’s most prominent Rohingya activists says he fears for his young family’s safety after reports that ardent Myanmar government supporters have been looking for his home address ahead of the opening on Tuesday of a genocide trial in the Hague.
Kosovo files IS terror charges against man, wife and mother
Kosovo prosecutors filed terrorism charges Monday against three ethnic Albanians who returned to the small European country in May after allegedly joining the Islamic State group in Syria. Prosecutors said the three are a man, his wife and his mother.
Man suffers cardiac arrest in queue to get subsidised onion
With the onion prices touching Rs 180 per kilo in retail market, people have been making a beeline to the Rythu Bazaars where the government is selling onions at a subsidised price of Rs 25 per kilo.
"A coward, violent bully and paedophile”: Joseph McCann gets 33 life sentences after sex attacks
Serial rapist Joseph McCann has received 33 life sentences after a string of sex attacks on women and children.
China says people held in Xinjiang camps have 'graduated', condemns US bill | IOL News
People held in camps in China's Xinjiang region have now "graduated" and new trainees will have the freedom to come and go, the regional governor said
'Mother helped 3 men rape daughter', father tells cops
Three persons were arrested in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district for allegedly raping a minor girl repeatedly over a year, while the victim's mother, who abetted the crime, is absconding, said police on
Putin meets new Ukraine leader for first time
Both leaders met along with French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Pakistani FM, Saudi envoy discuss regional issues
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan army spokesperson on Monday rejected media reports suggesting that Pakistani and Iranian security forces conducted joint border patrolling. “News published by Dawn today ('Pak-Iran Forces jointly conduct border patrolling') is factually incorrect,” Director-General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Maj. Gen. Asif Ghafoor, said in a tweet. He added
Mexico president says senators OK’d changes to USMCA trade pact
MEXICO CITY, Dec 9 — Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said today that the country’s senators have accepted proposed changes to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement as US lawmakers mull ratifying the trade pact. Speaking during his regular morning news conference, Lopez Obrador...
Policeman to stand trial for murder over Dalian Atkinson death
Another officer is accused of assaulting the ex-footballer during an incident in Telford, Shropshire, in August 2016.
'Hats off to KCR, cops': Jagan Reddy lauds Telangana encounter
In some countries, the Andhra CM claimed, perpetrators of such crimes would be instantly shot dead.
Pakistani woman dies after being set on fire by husband
The victim, a resident of Kabirwala tehsil, was doused in petrol and set on fire by her husband and others on December 6.
Indian Film on Third Battle of Panipat Evokes Row, Indian State Chief Asks Censor Board to Act
New Delhi (Sputnik): Bollywood actors Arjun Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt star in “Panipat”, which depicts a battle that occurred between the Marathas and the then-Afghan King Ahmad Shah Abdali in 1761. It’s a creation of National Awardee Director Ashutosh Gowariker, known for his 2001 release “Lagaan”.
Kumasi: Teachers snub “useless“strike; say it is for leaders’ selfish agenda
Teachers in schools in the Kumasi Metropolis and its adjoining municipalities and districts in the Ashanti region have snubbed the nationwide strike declared by three teacher unions, describing it as “useless”, MyNewsGh.com reports. Kumasi-based Angel FM’s reporters who toured dozens of schools this morning on day one that the strike took effect reported that teachers were in classrooms and going about their normal duties, this portal monitored on Monday. The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers Ghana (CCT-GH) however insist that their nationwide strike is in full force. The three teacher unions say their industrial action is in connection with the failure of the government to pay some “legacy arrears” owed some of its members as far back as 2012 to 2016. “In line of this development, we, the Ghana National Association of Teachers, National Association of Graduated Teachers, Coalition of Concerned Teachers Ghana…
UK election campaign enters final rounds with Brexit on the line
Britain's general election campaign enters its frenetic final stages on Monday, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn ...
Corruption trial of Angolan ex-president's son begins
The son of former Angolan President Jose Eduardo dos Santos has appeared in court, at the start of his trial on corruption charges.
2 arrested after fight breaks out at Jewel Changi Airport
SINGAPORE: Two men were arrested on Sunday (Dec 8) after a fight broke out outside the A&W restaurant at Jewel Changi Airport. In response to ...
Wind warnings still in place from Storm Atiyah
Weather warnings remain in place for south-west and north-east regions owing to strong winds from Storm Atiyah. And more strong gusts are forecast from a second storm expected to hit the country on Tuesday. The Met Office has forecast England and Scotland will be “windy across all areas” with severe gales possible in the northwest, with wind gusts potentially reaching 100mph. The south-west of England and Wales were buffered overnight by gales of up to 70mph after the storm swept in from Ireland, where it disrupted transport and power networks.
Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries
The latest reform was hailed by young Saudis but dismissed by arch-conservatives on social media, with one Twitter user saying it went against sharia, or Islamic...
Quake hits Florence area, trains temporarily suspended
ROME (Reuters) - An earthquake struck north of Florence on Monday morning, sending people fleeing from their homes, damaging some buildings and causing cancellations or severe delays to trains across Italy.
Bru starvation deaths: ‘Why were ration supplies stopped?’ Supreme Court asks Centre
A bench headed by Chief Justice of India SA Bobde asked the government counsel to respond to the court’s directive within two weeks.
FM Qureshi leaves for Turkey to attend Heart of Asia Conference
FM Qureshi leaves for Turkey to attend Heart of Asia Conference
Rohingya refugees demand justice at Myanmar World Court case
Rohingya Muslims demanded Myanmar be held to account at the United Nations' top court in The Hague, where Myanmar leader and Nobel peace prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi is set to defend the country against charges of genocide of the minority community.
Demand for climate action at heart of Scottish Greens’ campaign
The Scottish Greens’ manifesto has also put a Green New Deal at its centre.
11th-hour plea made for soldiers who fired shots at Ballymurphy to give evidence at inquests
A lawyer for the victim’s families told the court today: “It is not too late to tell the truth.”
Police latest after woman injured by double decker bus in Torquay
It happened in Torquay on Saturday night.
Man caught trying to enter Parliament building, detained
He was detained by the security personnel and handed over to Delhi Police.
Corbyn's Labour 'Worst Global anti-Semitic Incident,' Simon Wiesenthal Center Says
'No one has done more to mainstream anti-Semitism' than Corbyn, the Jewish human rights group says
BJP expels rebel MLA Saryu Roy for contesting against Jharkhand CM Raghubar Das
Roy, a former state minister, contested against Chief Minister and incumbent Jamshedpur East MLA Raghubar Das as an Independent candidate after he was denied a ticket by the saffron. He alleges the act was done on the behest of CM Raghubar Das.
Serial rapist Joseph McCann handed 33 life sentences after attacking 11 women and children
McCann embarked on a 'fortnight of terror'
Ronnie Liu gives statement over event commemorating Hat Yai Peace Accord
KUALA LUMPUR: Sungai Pelek assemblyman Ronnie Liu has given his statement to police over his attendance at the 30th anniversary of the Hat Yai Peace Accord last week.
Finnish minister set to become country's youngest prime minister at age of 34
Sanna Marin will also become the world’s youngest sitting PM, according to Finland’s biggest newspaper.
Embattled governor of Kenya capital denies corruption charges
Sonko, a member of President Uhuru Kenyatta’s ruling Jubilee Party, said in a statement posted on his social media accounts on Sunday that his arrest was “politically schemed.”
160 Palestinian cars vandalised in suspected hate crime: Police
More than 160 cars were vandalised in a Palestinian neighbourhood of Jerusalem with anti-Arab slogans scrawled nearby, Israeli police said Monday, in a suspected hate crime.
‘Discussed weather’: Ajit Pawar on first meeting with Fadnavis after fallout
On Sunday, Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar shared the stage at the marriage ceremony of independent MLA Sanjay Shinde's daughter in Solapur district and were seen engaged in a 20-minute animated chat.
Sweden: Multiple Dead as Gang-Related Shootings Continue
Two people were fatally shot outside a nightclub in Norrköping, Sweden, as gang violence continues to plague the country
Woman missing from Castlebar found safe and well
Gardaí said no further action was required.
Sturgeon suggests EU vote would take place before indyref
The First Minister reiterated her view that another Scottish referendum should be held towards the end of 2020.
Hong Kong: 800,000 Take to Streets Against China in Peaceful Protest
Nearly a million Hong Kong residents flooded the streets, demanding safeguards for their democracy against the Communist Party of China.
House Judiciary Committee heads deliver statements in Trump impeachment hearing
The heads of the House Judiciary Committee squared off Monday as the panel prepared to hear evidence in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump. Rep. Doug Collins, the ranking Republican on the
Kan 11 Poll: Blue&White, Likud, Gain a Seat Each, Habayit Hayehudi Disappears
In response to the question whom they would prefer as the next prime minister, 41% of respondents preferred Benjamin Netanyahu, with Benny Gantz trailing with 38%, within the margin of error.
Toxic rhetoric and violent threats: U.K. election revives dark past in Northern Ireland
The upcoming election has been called "one of the most toxic, divisive elections" Northern Ireland has seen in recent years.
Serial rapist given 33 life sentences after UK rampage while wrongly free
A convicted burglar who assaulted and raped women and children during a two-week rampage across Britain while wrongly free from jail was given 33 life sentences on Monday, with the judge saying he would never cease to be a danger to society. Joseph McCann, 34, was convicted of 37 offences relating to
Plymouth man denies bleach attack on mother and toddler
Defendant accused of throwing liquid over pair is to face trial in May
Sweden to prosecute ex-China envoy over Gui meetings
Sweden's former envoy to Beijing is to go on trial for overstepping her duties by trying to negotiate the release of a Chinese-Swedish dissident held in China, prosecutors in Stockholm said Monday.
China claims all Uighur Muslims have happily 'graduated' from its oppressive prison camp system, despite widespread reports that at least 1 million are detained
Xinjiang governor Shohrat Zakir claimed that everyone had "graduated" from "vocational training camps," found employment, and are leading happy lives.
'Discussed weather': Ajit Pawar on public chat with Fadnavis post BJP-NCP fall
Fadnavis had on November 23 returned as chief minister propped up by Ajit Pawar, who was made his deputy.
Dalian Atkinson: Policeman to stand trial for murder over ex-Aston Villa star's death
The former striker died in 2016 after being tasered by police in Telford and a police officer will stand trial next September
Five Sainik schools enroll girls, rest to join league
Government has made a provision of 10 per cent reservation for girls in such schools. The minister added, if any state felt the need for Sainik Schools they can send the proposal to the Centre.
Finland: Sanna Marin to become world's youngest PM at 34
Finland's left-wing Social Democrats, who lead a five-party coalition government, have picked 34-year-old Minister of Transport and Communications Sanna Marin to become the country's youngest-ever prime minister next week, taking over after the resignation of Antti Rinne.
Obofour to name officials of Tema Assembly who received bribes from him
The Founder of Anointed Palace Chapel (APC) Francis Antwi, aka Reverend Obofour has threatened to expose officials of the Tema West Municipal Assembly who took some monies from him as bribes when they inspected progress of his church building in the area. “I will talk when you push me. Anyone who has collected money in connection with the construction of the building will have to vomit it when we get to the court,” he threatened A week ago, there was news that Adwoa Amoako, Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Tema West Assembly, escaped being physically attacked by some agitated members of APC after the MCE and her officers had visited the premises of the church to inspect building permits and also collect property rates. Reacting to the fracas that ensued on the premises of his church in Tema, Rev. Obofour called the TWMA official “liars” and rather accused them of attacking three of his security men on the church premises without any justification. He explained in a 28-minute 17-seconds video on his YouTube…
New Zealand volcano: Island too 'dangerous' for rescuers | IOL News
New Zealand police said they did not expect to find any more survivors from a volcanic eruption that killed at least five people.
Ending domestic violence through the revival of the Honourable Warrior
In celebration of the annual international campaign, 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, community development organisation This Life Cambodia (TLC) released a new ad designed to discourage men from violent behaviour – the “Honourable Warrior”.
J&K declares 2 detention locations as subsidiary jails
One is for three former chief ministers – Farooq Abdullah, his son Omar and Mehbooba Mufti.
Isil 'matchmaker' who lured British teen bride to Syria is deported to France
Turkey has deported to France the “Islamic State matchmaker” who lured a British teen bride to Syria as part of a drive to send foreign fighters back to their countries of origin. Tooba Gondal, 25, is among 11 French nationals that Turkey repatriated early on Monday, according to France's Centre
Israeli FM vows ‘hundreds of Tomahawk missiles at Tehran’ if Iran crosses red line
BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:00 P.M.) – Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz threatened a military operation against Iran if they crossed a “red line” in the region. Katz told the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera Saturday on the sidelines of the Mediterranean Dialogues (MED) conference in Rome.that a potential Israeli attack on Iran was “an option.” “If Iran crosses the red line, it will discover a unified front between Saudi Arabia, UAE and the United States, which will launch hundreds of Tomahawk missiles at Tehran,” he said. By the red line, Katz meant, “We will not allow Iran to acquire or stockpile nuclear weapons. If that is the last option – we will act militarily.” Iran has repeatedly enunciated its nuclear program as exclusively civilian, subject to the most intensive UN supervision ever.
Road accident claims 12 lives in Niger
FRSC in Niger says 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill village along Mokwa -Makera road in Mokwa Local Government Area of the state.
Spectre of coalition still hangs over Lib Dems nine years on
The agreement nine years ago could prove to be the party’s downfall in this year’s General Election.
Rajya Sabha Chairman Venkaiah Naidu writes to party chiefs on absenteeism
‘Mechanism should be instituted for monitoring of attendance’
Woman who burned co-wife, seven stepchildren alive sentenced to death
The Ebonyi State High Court in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State capital, has sentenced a woman, Agnes Nwefuru, to death.
Constituency profile: Great Grimsby
A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.
EU weighs response to Turkey-Libya maritime border deal
Brussels (AP) - European Union foreign ministers debated Monday how to respond to a controversial agreement between Turkey and Libya that could give Turkey access to a contested economic zone across the Mediterranean Sea.
Britain’s Worst Ever Serial Rapist, a 'Classic Psychopath', Told by Judge He Will One Day Be Free
In the early hours of 6 May 2019 Joseph McCann was arrested while hiding up a tree near Congleton, outside Manchester. His capture brought to an end to the serial rapist’s two-week reign of terror across England.
USR PLUS Alliance, joint candidates in local elections
The Save Romania Union - Freedom, Unity and Solidarity Party (USR PLUS) Alliance will have joint candidates in the local elections, with each...
PNP calls for strengthening of anti-corruption agencies
As the world observes International Anti-Corruption Day, the People's National Party (PNP) says it remains committed to promoting integrity and trust in politics. Further, the PNP says it will lead a government that repudiates...
Include Muslim sects facing persecution in citizenship bill: SAD
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal said his party supports the bill as it will hugely benefit Sikhs facing persecution in Pakistan. He also urged the government to include Ahmediyas and Hazaras in the ambit of the bill as they too are facing persecution in neighbouring countries. He said the move will send a good signal.
Saudi removes gender-segregated entrances for eateries
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdom.
Flashy Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges
Governor Mike, the latest top official to be hauled in on corruption charges in Kenya, is accused of having benefitted from irregular procurement and payments of...
North Korea calls Trump 'thoughtless' old man over tweets
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a "thoughtless and sneaky old man" after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn't want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders and affect the American presidential election by resuming hostile acts.
[Graphic News] Majority of Americans see North Korea as enemy: poll
A majority of Americans view North Korea as an enemy, a recent survey showed, putting the communist nation atop a list of countries in terms of enemy perceptions. The poll of 1,500 people, carried out last month by the London-based research data group YouGov and the Economist magazine, showed that 56 percent of Americans consider North Korea to be an enemy of the United States, up from 51 percent in August. The ...
Mexico recalls Argentina ambassador for alleged book theft
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexico recalled its ambassador to Argentina after a video surfaced suggesting he may have tried to steal a book from a Buenos Aires bookstore.
Forensic officers scour scene of ‘unexplained’ death two days after man’s body was found in Glasgow lane
FORENSIC officers are still at the scene of an “unexplained” death two days after a man’s body was found in a Glasgow lane. Cops confirmed a 40-year-old man had passed away after they were called t…
34-year-old Finnish female minister to become world’s youngest PM
Sanna Marin, Finland's transport minister, is set to become the world's youngest prime minister.
Fake Nigerian doctor sentenced to 54 years in prison
A high court sitting in Yola, Adamawa State, has sentenced one Ibrahim Mustapha, a fake medical doctor to 54 years in prison. The judge Justice Nathan Musa gave the judgements following Mustapha’s admittance of guilt in a 9-count charge against him. Justice Nathan said the verdict was in consideration of the plea by Mustapha’s lawyer. […]
Here’s how Rani Mukerji is celebrating Adira’s fourth birthday today
Rani Mukerji and Aditya Chopra's little baby girl, Adira turns four today and the doting parents have left no stone unturned to celebrate her big day in a grand way. Rani is hosting a birthday party for all of Adira's friends from the industry and outside. The Yash Raj Studios have been decorated and turned into a happening party venue for baby Adira's special day.
Delhi Fire tragedy: Court sends property owner, manager to 14-day police custody
The police have booked the two accused under section 304 and 308 of IPC at Sadar Bazar police station.
John McDonnell joins Arlene Foster in attack on PM 'you can't trust'
Shadow chancellor backs DUP leader’s criticism of Boris Johnson as Labour vows to end austerity in February
Topless Protesters Detained Ahead Of Ukraine Peace Summit In Paris
Two female activists from the Femen movement have protested topless outside the Elysee Palace in Paris.
House Judiciary hearing sets stage for Trump impeachment charges
Pushing ahead with articles of impeachment, the House Judiciary Committee convenes on Monday to formally receive the investigative findings against President Donald Trump as the White House and its allies launch an aggressive attack on Democrats and the proceedings.
Iran ready for more prisoner swaps with US, not negotiations
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran is ready for more prisoner swaps with the United States, the Cabinet spokesman said Monday even as he reiterated the Iranian leadership's stance that there will be no other negotiations between Tehran and Washington.The remarks by the spokesman, Ali Rabiei, were the first after a prisoner exchange over the weekend saw Iran free a Chinese-American scholar from Princeton who had been held for three years on widely criticized espionage charges.The scholar, graduate student Xiyue Wang, was freed in exchange for Iranian scientist Massoud Soleimani who had faced a federal trial in Georgia over charges he violated sanctions by trying to have biological material brought to Iran.
SC to hear PIL over setting up SIT into Hyderabad encounter case tomorrow
Telangana police said on Friday that the accused were killed in an exchange of fire with police
Sweden charges former China envoy over dissident bookseller case
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Swedish prosecutors said on Monday they had brought criminal charges against the country’s former ambassador to China over unauthorized meetings in Stockholm aimed at freeing dissident bookseller Gui Minhai.
Russia, Ukraine leaders to meet in Paris
French- and German-mediated talks seek to end 5-year conflict in eastern Ukraine
People in Xinjiang camps have graduated: China
‘They have jobs and are living happily’
'Panipat': Post protests, Jaipur theatres stop screening Arjun Kapoor and Kriti Sanon starrer
Several theatres here stopped screening Ashutosh Gowariker's 'Panipat' on Monday, amid criticism by Jat groups over the film's portrayal of Bharatpur'
Amid flurry of Saudi reforms, mocktails on order in execution square
For decades, criminals in Saudi Arabia were lined up after Friday prayers at a central Riyadh plaza and beheaded by sword in a gruesome public spectacle overseen by the religious police. Such jarring contrasts are accompanying the rapid social changes under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, like lifting
Netflix dominated the Golden Globe movie nominations as it begins to campaign for Oscar glory
Netflix nabbed major movie nominations for "The Irishman," "Marriage Story," "The Two Popes," and "Dolemite Is My Name."
Record number of domestic abuse incidents reported in North
Officers respond to domestic abuse incident every 17 minutes, PSNI says
Woman dies after being set ablaze by husband in Jhang
JHANG: A case was registered against a suspect and his accomplices after he allegedly set ablaze his wife in Ahmed Sial, a city in Jhang district, police said on Monday.The case was registered b
Brave woman fights FGM in Kwale
Rehema Nandito has campaigned against the illegal practice since 2013.
Lebanon’s Greek Orthodox Archbishop: Country Ruled by One Person, Armed Group
Sharp remarks by Greek Orthodox Archbishop Elias Aude on Sunday sparked a wave of counter reactions among Lebanon’s political and religious figures. Aude celebrated a mass in downtown Beirut, marking the 14th anniversary of the assassination of law
Prof Ajoy Roy, father of slain writer Avijit, dies at 83
Prominent Professor Ajoy Roy, the father of slain writer-blogger Avijit, has died in a Dhaka hospital at the age of 83.
House Judiciary Committee to Hear Evidence as Impeachment Vote Nears
Lawmakers gear up for pivotal week in witch hunt
Number of children arrested in North East drops as police turn to restorative justice
The Howard League for Penal reform has welcomed the drop in youth arrests in the Northumbria Police and Durham Constabulary areas
Torrential rains in Uganda, 26 killed, says Red Cross
KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) - At least 26 people have been killed in floods unleashed by heavy rains in different parts of Uganda, the Red Cross said on Monday as authorities urged people in affected areas to relocate.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot asks Censor Board to take note of opposition to Panipat
The movie is based on the Third Battle of Panipat fought between the Maratha empire and Afghan king Ahmad Shah Abdali in 1761. Arjun Kapoor plays the role of Sadashiv Rao Bhau, commander of the Maratha army. Bharatpur king Surajmal is shown as having denied help to the Maratha army.
Karnataka bypolls: BJP wins in KR Pet, creates history
The saffron party created history by breaking into the JD(S) bastion and winning the bypolls in the K R Pet segment.
Sanna Marin of Finland to Become World’s Youngest Prime Minister
At 34, Ms. Marin will head a coalition made up of five parties, in a government led by women.
Teen struck by lightning is IDF soldier
IDF confirms 19-year-old who was struck by lightning Sunday was soldier in middle of training exercise.
Former 'Islamic State matchmaker' Tooba Gondal deported from Turkey to France as part of repatriation attempt
A former London university student accused of being an Islamic State recruiter has been deported from Turkey to France, alongside her two children, as part of an attempt by the Ankara government to repatriate foreigners who joined the terror group. Tooba Gondal, who lived in Walthamstow before travelling to Syria in 2015, is among four former IS members flown to Paris this morning with their seven children. Gondal is a French citizen but had permanent British residence until the Home Office issued an exclusion order in 2017.
Govt seeks apology from Congress MPs for alleged misbehaviour with Smriti Irani
In the previous sitting of the House on Friday, ruling BJP members had accused Congress MPs Dean Kuriakose and TN Prathapan of charging in an "attacking posture" towards Irani when she was speaking in the House.
Fire and petrol bombs after ‘generally peaceful’ Hong Kong march, police say
Hong Kong protesters lit a fire outside buildings, threw petrol bombs and spray-painted graffiti on buildings, following a “generally peaceful” march
Polish school director fired over terror attack exercise
Local authorities in northeast Poland say that a primary school director has been fired and psychologists are working with traumatized schoolchildren following a terrorist attack exercise the director organized but that unprepared students took for real.
Daughter claims Australian ex-PM ordered her to keep quiet about rape
The daughter of former Australian prime minister Bob Hawke said he ordered her to keep quiet about her alleged rape by one of his political allies ...
French strike chaos deepens in crucial week for Macron
France's transport chaos deepened amid an ongoing nationwide strike and mass protests over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial...
Finland's new young female prime minister breaks the mold
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Finland's next government is breaking the mold in multiple ways.Sanna Marin, the 34-year-old transport minister, was tapped over the weekend by the ruling Social Democratic Party to be Finland's new prime minister. When she takes the reins of the country, most likely on Tuesday, she will become the world’s youngest sitting head of government.In another unusual development, Marin will head a coalition with four other parties that are all led by women — three of whom are in their early 30s. Her own biography also breaks the mold: Raised by a single mother, she has described feeling discriminated against in Finland when her mother was in a relationship with another woman.
North Korea calls Trump ‘erratic old man’ after tweets
The comments came after Donald Trump tweeted that North Korea’s Kim Jong Un would not want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
Govt to recruit over 500 health workers
Joyce Moriku Kaducu, the state minister for primary healthcare, says the ministry has been understaffed
World Church Leaders Worried Over Women Abuse And Attacks On Foreigner In SA
World church leaders extremely troubled with the rise of women abuse and attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa. A delegation of the World Council of Churches is in the country to talk about social justice mission. The meeting commenced with President Cyril Ramaphosa in Benoni on Monday morning. The world church leadersmet with Ramaphosa […]
Apple lands first Golden Globe nominations; Netflix leads field
Streaming services including Apple TV+, Netflix and Amazon Prime nets many of the nominations for both TV shows and films.
Daughter claims Australian ex-PM urged silence on alleged rape
The daughter of former Australian prime minister Bob Hawke said he ordered her to keep quiet about her alleged rape by one of his political allies for fear it would damage his career, Australian media has reported. Rosslyn Dillon alleged she was raped three times by a late Labor member of parliament in the 1980s, The New Daily reported Saturday.
'It was horrible': CP Rail train derails in Sask., sparking fire that closes highway
The fiery derailment of a Canadian Pacific (CP) freight train overnight left a large swath of highway in Saskatchewan closed Monday morning.
NHRC team quizzes MRO and revenue staff
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) team on Monday questioned four MROs and other revenue officers who conducted panchanama of the four accused in the Disha rape and murder case, who were killed i
French Politician Melenchon Sentenced to 3 Months in Prison for Intimidating Officials - Reports
The head of the left-wing La France Insoumise party has faced trial over clashes with police officers during raids on his home and office last October.
Anwar’s party faces full-blown schism
Anwar’s party faces full-blown schism
Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani’s fiery media appearances
Attorney General William Barr became so concerned about Rudy Giuliani’s actions that he warned President Donald Trump that his personal attorney was becoming a liability, three people familiar with the conversations told The Washington Post.
19-year-old shot in leg during Everett-area invasion robbery
Two males reportedly entered the victim’s home and demanded money. Then shots were fired.
CAB not against minorities, Congress divided India on religious lines: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha
"Why do we need this Bill today? After Independence, had Congress not done partition on the basis of religion, then today we would have not needed this Bill. Congress did the partition on the basis of religion," Amit Shah said in the Lok Sabha.
In a first, Sri Lanka appoints military officer as intelligence chief
It is the first time in Sri Lankan history that a military officer had been appointed as the SIS chief, it added
Riyadh Gears up to Host 40th GCC Summit on Tuesday
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz will chair in Riyadh on Tuesday the 40th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit. Riyadh has previously hosted the GCC summit on eight occasions. GCC Secretary General Dr. Abdullatif Al-Zayani
Finland's Sanna Marin, world's youngest PM
At 34, Sanna Marin will become the world's youngest sitting prime minister when she is sworn in by the Finnish parliament on Tuesday, but she is far from lacking in political experience.
'Hilarious': Iraq leaders laugh off new US sanctions
An Iraqi paramilitary leader and a politician have laughed off financial sanctions Washington recently placed on them for alleged corruption and human rights abuses. "They should have given us this honour a long time ago," said Qais al-Khazali, one of the newly-sanctioned figures, in sardonic remarks to an audience of supporters on Sunday. Khazali heads Asaib Ahl al-Haq, a pro-Iran armed faction that makes up part of the broader Hashed al-Shaabi security force tied to the Iraqi state.
North Korea Calls Trump 'Erratic' Old Man Over Tweets
Former nuclear negotiator Kim Yong Chol said North Korea wouldn’t cave in to U.S. pressure because it has nothing to lose.
Isil 'matchmaker' who lured British teen bride to Syria is deported to France
Turkey has deported to France the “Islamic State matchmaker” who lured a British teen bride to Syria as part of a drive to send foreign fighters back to their countries of origin.
Guns blaze in Ukraine as leaders meet in Paris
Hundreds of explosions and bursts of small arms fire were reported on the contact line in east Ukraine, as France prepares to host the first peace summit on the war in three years.
Thousand Indian Scientists, Scholars Oppose Citizenship Bill based on Religion
New Delhi (Sputnik): India’s Federal Home Minister is expected to table a bill in Parliament on Monday to grant citizenship to illegal migrants, who are Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis and Christians from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan.
Karnataka bye-polls: Siddaramaiah steps down as leader of Congress legislature party after defeat
The BJP won 12 of the 15 constituencies where bye-polls were held.
Sonko Arrest: Court Makes Decision on Bail Application
The Anti-Corruption Court has made a decision regarding Sonko's bail application, going on to...
YCSO: Man arrested after man with head trauma dies in Cornville
Officials were dispatched to a Cornville home around 6:30 p.m. on Saturday where a 22-year-old man was suffering from a severe head injury.
Why Karnataka bypolls will give battered BJP some confidence
The BJP was looking battered following the Shiv Sena's Maharashtra machinations and a threat to repeat the feat in neighbouring Goa. Karnataka bypolls victory has given the BJP a shot in the arm in the middle of Jharkhand Assembly election.
Just In: Gunmen attack business man, murder wife in Lagos
A business mogul has been critically wounded and the wife murder in a suspected armed robbery attack in their highbrow Lagos home. The victim is...
Rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport, 6 hurt
Four Katyusha rockets struck a military base next to Baghdad International Airport on Monday wounding "six fighters", a statement from the military said.
Ethiopia’s Peace Prize Challenge
As Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed collects this year’s Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, his country is at a crossroads. In one direction lies a democratic transition, via a successful general election scheduled for May 2020. The other path would lead the country to instability, ethnic violence, and possibly a return to repressive authoritarianism. For the last decade, Ethiopia has experienced strong, broad-based economic growth. The government has built on those gains, investing in infrastructure development and expanding social services, such as health care and education. Moreover, since April 2018, when Ahmed peacefully took power following the unexpected resignation of his predecessor, the government has been restoring political and economic freedoms. Ahmed lifted the country’s state of emergency, ordered the release of thousands of political prisoners, allowed exiled dissidents to return, removed bans on political parties, and unblocked previously censored media.
Prosecutors Say Harvey Weinstein Allegedly Violated Release Conditions
Harvey Weinstein may be in more trouble, as prosecutors are now saying he violated the conditions of his release. As a result, prosecutors are aski...
French unions dig in against Macron on fifth day of strikes
PARIS (Reuters) - Drivers on two Paris metro lines voted on Monday to extend a walkout until the end of the week as France grappled with a fifth day of strikes, a sign transport workers will keep up a fight against President Emmanuel Macron’s plans to streamline pensions.
Jharkhand assembly polls: PM Modi cautions people against Congress
PM Modi, who was addressing a poll rally at Bokaro, compared Jharkhand to a youth attaining 19 years and its citizens its gaurdian and appealed to the people of the tribal state to vote for the BJP government for the second time in a row.
Hong Kong police defuse bombs designed 'to kill and to maim'
Hong Kong police say they have defused two large homemade bombs packed with nails and designed “to kill and to maim people.” Police say the bombs found Monday evening were “complete, fully functional and ready to be used.” The bombs were radio-controlled, to be triggered with mobile phones. Police said they were made with a …
Jo Swinson admits revoking Article 50 'doesn't look likely' as Lib Dems unveil second ref plan
Liberal Democrat leader Jo Swinson has admitted the best chance of stopping Brexit is through a second referendum rather than pursuing the party's divisive policy of revoking Article 50.
Accused Colorado Planned Parenthood shooter Robert Dear indicted by federal grand jury
Prosecutors say Robert Dear, the man accused of shooting and killing three people at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado Springs in 2015, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on 68 counts.
Delhi court allows Robert Vadra to travel abroad
A Delhi court on Monday allowed Robert Vadra, the son-in-law of Congress chief Sonia Gandhi, to travel abroad for medical treatment and business purposes.
23 hauntingly beautiful photos of abandoned churches around the world, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - From Italy to Romania and the Czech Republic, these hauntingly beautiful "houses of God" are usually unreachable to the average explorer.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Turkey deports 11 French suspected IS members
ANKARA, TURKEY (AP) - Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the Islamic State group, the Interior Ministry said Monday.
Asaduddin Owaisi alleges citizenship bill seeks to make Muslims stateless, rips copy of proposed law in Lok Sabha
The is an insult to India's freedom fighters, Owaisi retorted, accusing the BJP-led government of working to marginalise Muslims in the country.
Australia burns grasslands to minimise looming bushfire risk
More than 100 fires are ablaze in New South Wales and Victoria states
The student movements at the vanguard of Chile's protests are allied with former student leaders now serving in Congress
Chile’s months-long uprising was led by student activists protesting neoliberal reform, galvanized around the seemingly trivial issue of public transit fare-hikes.
FIRST PICTURE Of Legendary Singer Lata Mangeshkar Post 28 Days Of Hospitalisation
After recovering from pneumonia, the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar was back home on Sunday. Today a picture of the singer was shared on the social media surrounded by the nurses who took care of her during her treatment for 28 days. The singer definitely looks hale and hearty!
Ahead of Normandy Four summit, Ukraine's Foreign Minister names "main red line" for Ukraine
The talks on Donbas settlement will be held in Paris today.
New Zealand volcano: No survivors left on island after eruption kills at least five
We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story
Massive, peaceful march is win-win for protesters, police
Evidently stung by the passage of the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act by the United States, the Hong Kong government has made a multi-barreled response: denied that human rights have been eroded, granted permission for a mass rally on Sunday, and castigated political figures who “urged foreign governments or legislatures to interfere with…
Court remand police officer in prison over alleged murder of truck driver in Ondo
37-year-old police officer, Idowu Omosuyi, has been remanded in Olokuta Correctional Service, for allegedly killing a truck driver, Ade Saleh, along Uso/Owo in Owo Local Government Area of the state. The 37-year-old officer was arraigned on
Florida authorities arrest girl, 12, for posting kill list
Florida authorities arrested a 12-year-old girl after discovering at least two social media posts that threatened to kill fellow students at her middle school.
Five major industrial fire accidents that shook the nation's conscience
Each of these mishaps snuffed out innocent lives, often due to negligence on the part of the authorities
Saudi military training under review after US shooting
US lawmakers call for a halt of the program after Saudi officer killed three Americans.
Buhari’s appointee Okechukwu wants APC, PDP to adopt Igbo presidency in 2023
One of the only ways to save Nigeria's democracy from threats is for the APC and the PDP to adopt presidential candidates from the south east zone, Osita Okechukwu, an appointee of Muhammadu Buhari, has said.
Marianne Williamson assails Trump for pardoning Charles Manson's corpse (he hasn't)
Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson posted a tweet late Sunday condemning Donald Trump for posthumously pardoning Charles Manson, the cult leader jailed for life after his followe…
No reason that employment has come down due to demonetisation, says Gangwar
In response to remarks that demonetisation has severely impacted jobs, the Union minister said the government is implementing various schemes for generating more employment.
Tripura: Two anti-CAB strikes paralyse life in state, over 1,000 detained
Examinations in government colleges had to be postponed, while train services and road transport were hit.
UK serial rapist Joseph McCann given 33 life sentences for horrific attacks
Convicted burglar McCann (34) had been freed after a UK probation service error.
Govt given a week's time by LHC to decide on Maryam's request to be removed from ECL
High court disposes of Maryam's petition; directs the government to decide on the matter as per the law.
12 killed in Niger car accident
The accident involved 103 people: 55 female, 40 male, eight children, five adults.
Telangana encounter: High Court asks for bodies of rape suspects to be preserved for four more days
The court ordered that the bodies will have to be transferred to a Hyderabad hospital in air-conditioned ambulances.
Earthquake strikes Tuscany, damaging buildings and sending people fleeing into the streets
Mayors of towns in the area near the Appennine mountains known as Mugello said there were no injuries from the pre-dawn quake but pictures of cracked buildings flooded social media.
Who is Ali Milani?
Raised by a single mother, Ali Milani studied politics at Brunel University, where he was also the student union president as well as Vice-President of National Union of Students.
Trump warns North Korea's Kim has 'everything' to lose through hostility
US President Donald Trump has warned that North Korea's Kim Jong Un had 'everything' to lose through hostility towards the United States, after Pyongyang said it had carried out a major new weapons test.
Austrian leader blocks ban on weedkiller glyphosate, citing technicality
VIENNA (Reuters) - Austria’s caretaker leader on Monday made clear she would not sign into law the European Union’s first national ban on the weedkiller glyphosate due to a technicality, infuriating environmentalists while delighting farmers’ groups.
Delhi court allows Robert Vadra to travel abroad
The court directed him to submit a fixed deposit receipt (FDR) of Rs 25 lakh and his contact details and address of his stay abroad.
Preah Sihanouk villagers seeking intervention over land dispute
Nearly 300 people representing 9,095 families in Preah Sihanouk province on Monday filed a petition to the provincial administration seeking intervention in a long-running land dispute. The villagers submitted the petition after their initial request to hold a march to coincide with the 71st international Human Rights Day on Tuesday was rejected.
First Polio Case in Malaysia in 27 Years
Malaysia registered the first case of polio in 27 years, the France Press reported, citing the Malaysian Ministry of Health. A three-month-old baby, originally from the city of Tuaran in Malaysia's Sabah state on Borneo island, was admitted to a hospital with symptoms of fever and muscle weakness on Friday, the ministry said.
Democrats poised to unveil two impeachment articles against Trump
House Democrats are poised to unveil two articles of impeachment against U.S. President Donald Trump.
China says it will continue ‘training’ Xinjiang people
China on Monday defended its vast network of re-education camps in Xinjiang and said it would continue “training” residents, following explosive government document leaks detailing surveillance and control of the region’s Uighur population. Rights groups estimate more than a million Uighurs and other mostly Muslim minorities are held in the facilities, which reports describe as …
Palestinian PM Calls Jesus a “Palestinian Guerrilla Fighting Occupation”
Shtayyeh conveyed the greetings of President Mahmoud Abbas to the people of Birzeit, saying “The tree that we light today is our tree, as Maryam Al-Batool (Mary the virgin) is the only woman mentioned in the Qur’an by name so she is our lady.”
Vehicle hits shed, comes to rest against tree after crash in Lafayette County, deputies say
One person was injured after a crash where a vehicle hit a shed and tree in Lafayette County, deputies said.
Man dies in queue to buy onions, TDP hits out at AP govt
Doctors confirmed that he died of a heart attack.
Amid flurry of Saudi reforms, mocktails on order in execution square
RIYADH (Reuters) - For decades, criminals in Saudi Arabia were lined up after Friday prayers at a central Riyadh plaza and beheaded by sword in a gruesome public spectacle overseen by the religious police.
Online account linked to Saudi gunman in Pensacola attack quoted Osama bin Laden
The Saudi national who killed three at a Naval base in Florida may have tweeted a quote by al Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden prior to the shooting.
Man killed in fatal ATV crash identified
The person killed in a fatal ATV crash Saturday has been identified, according to a news release from the Green County Sheriff's Department.
Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict
Russian leader Vladimir Putin will for the first time hold formal talks with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict in Ukraine's east on Monday, in a much-anticipated summit in Paris.
Manipur declares holiday on December 10 to celebrate inclusion in ILP system
Speaking on the Citizenship Amendment Bill, Union Home minister Amit Shah announced in Parliament Monday that Manipur would be brought under the purview of the Inner Line Permit system.
Senator Danjuma Goje says he won’t contest election at any level again
A serving Nigerian senator, Muhammadu Danjuma Goje, has announced that he will not contest for any elective office in the future. Goje, a former governor of Gombe state, made the disclosure on Sunday, December 8.
Unemployment high on list of Arab youth’s major concerns
ANKARA: Turkey sent 11 French “foreign terrorist fighters” back to France on Monday, the Turkish interior ministry said. “Eleven French citizens have been deported to their home country,” it said in a statement. Ankara has lambasted Western countries for refusing to take back their citizens who left to join the Daesh group in Syria and Iraq. It says it has some 1,200 foreign
Cherry blossoms prompt full-blown scandal for Japan's PM
It might be the most Japanese of political scandals: a furore over Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's guest list at a party to mark the annual cherry ...
Over 10 lakh cr loans sanctioned under Mudra Yojana
The PMMY is a scheme launched by the prime minister on April 8, 2015, for providing loans up to Rs 10 lakh to non-corporate, non-farm small/micro enterprises.
UPDATED: Civil society gives FG 14-day ultimatum over Sowore
Friday Olokor, Abuja A coalition of over 200 civil society organisations on Monday issued a 14-day ultimatum within which President Muhammadu Buhari should show commitment to the rule of law fac...
Finland’s Sanna Marin set to become world’s youngest prime minister at 34
She will lead an alliance of five parties that are all headed by women.
Kenedy Agyapong is still on the watchlist of US security – Kevin Taylor
Broadcast journalist Kevin Ekow Taylor has stated that loudmouth politician and the Member of Parliament for Assin Central Hon. Kennedy Agyap
China says people held in Xinjiang camps have ‘graduated’, condemns U.S. bill
People held in camps in China’s Xinjiang region have now “graduated” and new trainees will have the freedom to come and go, the regional governor said.
Fire and petrol bombs after 'generally peaceful' Hong Kong march, police say
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong protesters lit a fire outside court buildings, threw petrol bombs and spray-painted graffiti on government buildings, following a “generally peaceful” march at the weekend, police said on Monday.
Putin sits down for talks with Ukraine leader for first time
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's president are meeting for the first time at a summit in Paris to find a way to end the five years of fighting in eastern Ukraine.
US: Rally outside Pakistan embassy against Islamabad sponsored terrorism
A rally was organised outside the Pakistan embassy in Washington on Sunday to protest against Islamabad sponsored terrorism. Two congressional candidates from Virginia and American veterans who fought and worked in Afghanistan were among those who participated in the rally 'Veterans Rally against terror state Pakistan'.
Activists storm office of Malta's prime minister demanding resignation over murder investigation
The sister of murdered journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia was involved in a tense stand-off with Maltese police on Tuesday after a group of protesters stormed into the prime minister’s office in Valletta, the capital, to demand his immediate resignation.
Red Cross trains 40 professionals on “health care in danger’’
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Nigeria delegation says 40 healthcare professionals benefitted from its two-day training of trainer...
SACP Congress To Follow Up On Implementation Of Resolutions
The South African Communist Party (SACP) plans to start its special national congress on Monday with discussions focussing on whether the party is prepared to contest the next general elections and if its leaders are permitted to serve in cabinet. The congress is planning to review the pmplemtation of resolutions taken since the SACP’s national […]
Trump to meet Russia's foreign minister on Tuesday: Ifax
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will meet U.S. President Donald Trump during talks with his U.S. counterpart in Washington on Tuesday, the Interfax news agency cited a Russian foreign ministry source as saying.
India police lauded for killing rape suspects
Crowds cheered the men's deaths and lauded "swift justice" by police.
Army Personnel on Election Duty in Indian State Kills Company Commander Before Shooting Himself Dead
New Delhi (Sputnik): The issue of suicide and ‘fratricide’ - when a soldier or police officer kills a fellow service member in the Indian armed forces was recently raised in the Lower House of the Indian Parliament, with the government citing policies undertaken to check such incidents.
Unconfirmed reports say an army commander is killed in a Borno bomb attack
An improvised explosive device (IED) reportedly killed a Nigerian Army commander after it exploded near his vehicle during a military patrol in Marte, Borno state. The incident was said to have occurred on Saturday, December 7.
Uzhgorod stabbing: One serviceman injured
The conflict sparked between the military at a local army base.
Citizenship (Amendment) Bill doesn't violate constitution: Amit Shah
It will give relief to people living a painful life after facing persecution in neighbouring countries, he said.
French unions dig in against Macron on fifth day of strikes
PARIS (Reuters) - Drivers on two Paris metro lines voted on Monday to extend a walkout until the end of the week as France grappled with a fifth day of strikes, a sign transport workers will keep up a fight against President Emmanuel Macron’s plans to streamline pensions.
Five dead as popular New Zealand volcano erupts
Wellington - The death toll from an eruption at the popular White Island volcano in New Zealand has risen to five with many others injured, police said Monday.
'What coup! It was a change of administration' said SADC - sheer folly, let coup gene out, again
For the last 39 years the country has drifted like a log, with ordinary people hang on to the log for dear life, in the flood Zambezi River, totally at the merc...
Turkey says it has deported 11 French terrorist suspects
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it had deported 11 French nationals back to France as part of a program to extradite what it says are foreign terrorist fighters.
Bangladesh army chief begins four-day historic visit to Myanmar
TOKYO: Japan is weighing inviting Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani for a state visit, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Monday, as local media reported the trip was likely to happen this month. Japan has been trying to forge a possible mediator role as tensions rise between its ally Washington and Tehran. Local media has reported in recent days that Rouhani is likely to visit
Criticism of Handke's Nobel Prize grows over denial of Bosnian war crimes
Ahead of the Nobel Literature Prize ceremony, condemnation grew Monday over the awarding of the 2019 Nobel Prize in Literature to Austrian writer Peter...
Putin meets Ukraine's Zelenskiy for first time at Paris peace summit
Russian President Valdimir Putin met his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskiy for the first time on Monday at a summit in Paris that aimed at...
In Ecuador, no one can act outside the law
Letter: In response to a report that a Hindu guru had a established his own island off the coast of Ecuador, Ambassador Jaime Marchan Romero clarifies that no individual would ever be allowed to annex off land from a sovereign state
UK election: From cosplaying Football goalie to Barista, Political leaders try to gather votes as Britain enters final stretch of campaign
Britain's main political party leaders are continuing to push their election pledges to voters, as the campaign enters its final stretch.
Biafra: Nnamdi Kanu Reveals ‘Real Reason’ For Sowore’s Ordeal With DSS
Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has said that Omoyele Sowore, the convener of #RevolutionNow Movement is being maltreated by the Department of State Services (DSS) because of the meeting he had with him.
Call To Halt Deportation Of Two Ethnic Kazakhs To China
Kazakh opposition activists have called on the authorities of the Central Asian nation to halt the deportation to China of two ethnic Kazakhs from China's northwestern region of Xinjiang.
Driver strikes mom and kid in East Harlem, killing 3-year-old boy
Bertin DeJesus was in his stroller when a Ford F-150 driven by a 59-year-old man struck him and his mom near First Avenue and 116th Street about 9:35 a.m.
Yakut Shaman Resumes March To Moscow 'To Drive Putin Out Of Kremlin'
Yakut shaman Aleksandr Gabyshev has resumed his march to Moscow from his native far-eastern region of Yakutia "to drive [President Vladimir] Putin out of the Kremlin."
Jaipur: Several cinemas stop screening ‘Panipat’ after protests over Maharaja Surajmal’s portrayal
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said people’s sentiments should not be hurt.
From karate to pepper spray, sexual assaults prompt Indian women to fight back
KOLKATA/BENGALURU (Reuters) - Indian karate teacher Monimala Halder took up the sport in her teens as a way to get fit. "I caught hold of the pillion rider just as he was reaching out for us and we beat them up," said Halder, 35, who has seen a steady rise in the number of women seeking self-defense
Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani's fiery media appearances
Attorney General William Barr became so concerned about Rudy Giuliani’s actions that he warned President Donald Trump that his personal attorney was becoming a liability, three people familiar with the conversations told The Washington Post.
'Death by Shooting': Pakistan PM Imran Khan's Supporters Call Against Nawaz Sharif in London
One protester called loudly for Sharif's death by shooting while another called for Taliban-style bombing of the Avengield apartment.
South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi crowned Miss Universe 2019
ATLANTA (AP) - South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe 2019, giving the country its second title in in three years in a pageant that also saw strong showings from contestants from Puerto Rico and Mexico.
North Korea Has 'Nothing More to Lose', Slams Trump's Warnings Over Missile Tests - Official
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - North Korea is a country that has nothing to lose, a senior official remarked on Monday in a statement published by state media, slamming US President Donald Trump's warning to leader Kim Jong-un not to engage in any hostile activities.
Lightning may have been to blame for Michael Healy-Rae fire, locals say
TD brought to hospital from Kilgarvin for smoke inhalation treatment after small blaze at premises
Michelle Obama Calls Trump Impeachment Probe ‘Surreal’
Michelle Obama described the ongoing impeachment investigation into President Donald Trump and his activities regarding Ukraine as "surreal."
DCW Chief Swati Maliwal Urges Smriti Irani to Disburse ‘Nirbhaya’ Fund to States
The Union Home Ministry on December 5 sanctioned Rs 100 crores from 'Nirbhaya' Fund for setting up women help desks at police stations across the country.
Malaysia announces first case of polio in the country for 27 years
Malaysia health officials have reported the first case of polio in the country for 27 years.
On Sonia Gandhi’s birthday, Puducherry CM distributes onions to party workers
In a tweet, the Puducherry chief minister is seen offering prayers at a temple for the long life of Congress chief. He also said that "she has made immense sacrifices for the country".
UP Cabinet gives nod for setting 218 fast-track courts for rape, crimes against minor
At present, the state has 81 fast-track courts to hear cases related to women, Pathak told PTI.
Finland’s Sanna Marin to become world’s youngest head of government
At 34, Sanna Marin will become Finland and world's youngest sitting prime minister when she is sworn in by the Finnish parliament on Tuesday.
Israeli Police Searching for Vandals Who Damaged 40 Cars in East Jerusalem - Photo, Video
TEL AVIV (Sputnik) - Israeli police are investigating acts of vandalism that took place in the Arab quarter of Jerusalem, with at least 40 vehicles being damaged, police said on Monday.
Impeachment hearings continue with House committee — LIVESTREAM
The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against President Donald Trump Monday as Democrats prepare formal charges against him.
Singer and dad of 3, Davido, seen feeding his newborn baby Ifeanyi (video)
In the video, the singer was seen bottle-feeding his son while also trying to type on his phone. Davido, who was filmed by a friend, started to smile immediately he realised that he was being filmed.
Delhi Anaj Mandi fire: After victims’ families object, bodies of Bihar residents to be taken home by road
Bowing to pressure from families of those killed in the Anaj Mandi fire on December 8, the Bihar government has decided to send the bodies of the State’s residents home by road instead of train.Earlie
Britain faces most history-shaping election since WWII
LONDON (AP) - Britain is facing the most testing and significant period in its modern history since World War II.
UK government to skip EU summit
Boris Johnson won’t attend or send a representative in his place.
Trial of garda accused of assaulting RTÉ cameraman hears protestors became 'extremely aggressive'
The trial has started of a garda charged with the assault of an RTÉ cameraman who was reporting on demonstrations by an “anti-Islamisation” group and “anti-racism” groups.
Hats off to KCR, TS police, says Jagan
‘Killing of accused in the Disha case case has been widely hailed’
31 Army personnel killed in terrorist attacks along LoC from 2016 to 2018: Govt
In written response to a question in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik said that in 2016, six Army personnel died in terrorist attacks, followed by 13 in 2017 and 12 in 2018.
Protests over Panipat intensify in Rajasthan, hall vandalised
Several theatres stopped screening of the film following protests
Policeman accused of rape flees to Tanzania
Police suspect someone is leaking information on their search for him.
The big news: Amit Shah claims Citizenship Bill has no political agenda, and nine other top stories
Other headlines: The BJP won 12 out of 15 seats in the Karnataka bye-polls, and Delhi Police baton-charged JNU students protesting against fee hike proposal.
Tamil Nadu village auctions panchayat seats to raise money for temple
It seems like the people of Nadukuppam village panchayat have decided to raise money for social welfare and other development works by auctioning off the panchayat posts, instead of electing their leaders.
Man in court accused of starting major fire at his Plymouth home
John Dangerfield, aged 49, faced a judge charged with arson at the house in Mount Gould last month
Africom confirms Russian air defense system downed US drone in Libya
U.S. Africa Command (Africom) has confirmed that an unarmed American drone over the Libyan capital last month was shot down by Russian air defenses, reported Reuters. Africom dropped three headlines via Reuters in the overnight, revealing how the surveillance drone was shot down over Tripoli. The headlines specify Russian military contractors have operated alongside east Libya-based commander Khalifa Haftar in Libya’s bloody civil war. The contractors used Russian missile defense systems last month to shoot down a US drone. Africom’s Gen. Stephen Townsend told Reuters in a statement that he believes the Russian air defense operators “didn’t know it was a US remotely piloted aircraft when they fired on it.” “But they certainly know who it belongs to now and they are refusing to return it. They say they don’t know where it is, but I am not buying it,” Townsend said.
Policeman to stand trial for murder over Dalian Atkinson death
Another officer is accused of assaulting the ex-footballer during an incident in Telford, Shropshire, in August 2016.
Biden campaign attacks Trump policy on Saudi Arabia, North Korea
(Reuters) - Democrat Joe Biden’s presidential campaign launched new attacks on Donald Trump on Sunday, advocating a re-evaluation of U.S.-Saudi relations and calling North Korea’s apparent weapons test a “rebuke” to the U.S. president in a statement to Reuters.
USR PLUS Alliance, joint candidates in local elections
The Save Romania Union - Freedom, Unity and Solidarity Party (USR PLUS) Alliance will have joint candidates in the local elections, with each...
Top news of the day: Lok Sabha discusses Citizenship Amendment Bill; Russia banned from Olympics and other major sporting events for four years, and more
The major news headlines of the day, and more.
Ex-Swedish ambassador to China faces trial over Gui Minhai meeting
Sweden's former ambassador to China faces an unprecedented trial over allegations she overstepped her authority during a meeting to secure the release of imprisoned bookseller Gui Minhai.
Democracy NGO casts doubts over Orban's 2018 supermajority in Hungary
NGO Unhack Democracy Europe heard reports of vote buying, intimidation, forged logs, and voters being brought in from neighbouring countries during Hungary's 2018 election
Iranian Lawmaker Denounces 'Tyranny,' 'Privileges' Of Officials
An outspoken Iranian female lawmaker says "tyranny," as well as "parallel" state institutions and centers of power, are destroying the "republican" element of the country’s political system.
Chris Panayiotou's father shot dead in Uitenhage, assistant raped | IOL News
Uitenhage police are investigating after the father of convicted murderer Christopher Panayiotou was shot dead in the early hours of Monday morning.
'Marriage Story' tops Golden Globe Award nominations with 6
NEW YORK — Noah Baumbach's divorce portrait “Marriage Story” leads the 77th Golden Globes with six nominations including best motion picture, drama.
Iran US
Iran is ready for more prisoner swaps with the United States, the Cabinet spokesman said Monday even as he reiterated the Iranian leadership's stance that there will be no other negotiations between Tehran and Washington. The remarks by the spokesman, Ali Rabiei, were the first after a prisoner
Jordan jails man over plot to attack Israel embassy
Man who plotted to attack Israeli embassy in Amman sentencd to 8 years in prison.
Troops kill eight Boko Haram terrorists, rescue 31 hostages in Borno
The troops of Operation Lafiya Dole deployed at Malam Fatori in Abadam local government area of Borno State have killed eight Boko Haram insurgents
Bosnia Puts Off Closing Makeshift Migrant Camp 'Until Further Notice'
Bosnian authorities have indefinitely postponed the scheduled closing of a makeshift migrant tent camp in the northwest of the country.
Four rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport
Four Katyusha rockets hit a military base near Baghdad International Airport early on Monday, wounding at least six soldiers, Iraqi security officials said. It was the latest incident in a series of rocket attacks in recent weeks. Iraqi security forces discovered a rocket launcher and some defused
Paris summit seeks resolution to Ukraine war
A series of meetings are being held at the Elysee presidential palace to try to revive a 2015 peace deal that has been largely ignored.
EFF to expand using alternative funding models – Shivambu
Shivambu said the party does not want to be reliant on private donors who would want to dictate EFF policy and positions.
Maldives keen to disentangle from China's debt trap: Nasheed to Venkaiah
The former president of Maldives said his country, amidst claims of huge investment by Beijing, is undertaking an assessment of assets created through debt funding from China.
Twins, 4, free selves and climb to safety after crash
Washington state authorities say 4-year-old twins freed themselves from their car seats and climbed an embankment seeking help following a car crash that killed their father.
Deaths in Louth - Monday December 9 2019
RIP
California nativity scene displaying Jesus in a cage causes stir
Claremont United Methodist church installation shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph as caged immigrant family
Police dismantle kidnappers’ camps, arrest suspect in FCT
The Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory on Monday said it has dismantled kidnappers camps and arrested a suspect
27.2 mn male, 15.6 mn female registered job seekers in the country: Govt
Santosh Gangwar said employment exchanges are being managed by the respective state governments in the country and there are five employment exchanges which are exclusively for women job seekers
BREAKING: Civil society gives FG 14-day ultimatum over Sowore
Friday Olokor, Abuja A coalition of over 200 civil rights organizations on Monday issued a 14-day ultimatum within which President Muhammadu Buhari should show commitment to the rule of law face...
Turkey's Armenian community to elect new patriarch
The Armenian community of Turkey voted in Armenian Gregorian churches across the country on Monday to elect delegates to choose the 85th head of the church...
Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari drops Jai Prakash as vice president, move surprises many in party
Removal of Prakash has come as a "surprise" for many in the party as he is considered close to Rajya Sabha member Vijay Goel. "The timing of the decision is questionable since Tiwari himself has completed his three-year term as the president of Delhi BJP. Jai Prakash is known for his closeness to Goel," said a top Delhi BJP leader.
China claims it has freed Uighurs and other minorities in Xinjiang
‘All the trainees . . . have completed their studies,’ says governor, without evidence
Sowore: Groups seek US visa ban on AGF, DSS boss
Tobi Aworinde, Abuja A coalition of civil society organisations has petitioned the United States to protest the rearrest of the convener of the #RevolutionNow protests, Omoyele Sowore, by armed ...
EFCC secures conviction of 111 fraudsters in Southeast in 11 months
EFCC says it has obtained the conviction of 111 fraudsters in the South East between January and November, 2019, secured the final forfeiture of N1.5billion
Rev. Obofour hints to name TMA officials who took bribe from him
The leader and founder of Anointed Palace Chapel Rev. Obofour has hinted that he will in the coming days list the name of some corrupt officia
Swedish government postpones unemployment agency reform to defuse crisis
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - The Swedish government and the centre-right parties backing it in parliament said on Monday they would postpone labor reforms, potentially defusing a row that had threatened the policy deal that keeps Prime Minister Stefan Lofven in power.
Sanna Marin: 34-year-old female becomes Finland's youngest prime minister
Finland picked its youngest citizen as prime minister on Sunday, December 8, after former transport minister, Sanna Marin, won an election.
Biden campaign attacks Trump policy on Saudi Arabia, North Korea
Democrat Joe Biden’s presidential campaign launched new attacks on Donald Trump on Sunday, advocating a reevaluation of U.S.-Saudi relations.
Over 500 Scottish homes ravaged by fire during 2018 Christmas period as SFRS warns of danger of cooking while drunk
MORE than 500 Scottish homes were ravaged and four people killed by fire during the festive season last year. The worrying statistics were released today by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service as …
Woman dies after being set ablaze in Jhang; police register FIR against husband
According to the medical report, the victim had sustained burns across 90 per cent of her body.
The 9 youngest leaders in the world
Finland's Sanna Marin, 34, will be the world's youngest prime minister in office when she is sworn in tomorrow. Here are the nine youngest leaders serving in the world today:
4.5 magnitude earthquake hits Tuscany, no victims
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit the central Italian region of Mugello on Monday, sending panicked residents into the streets but causing minimal damage to buildings.
Lib Dems criticised for 'sneaky and misleading' Devon election letter
The party say they have done nothing wrong - what do you think?
Buttigieg, in Search of Black Support, Looks Homeward
The mayor of South Bend, Ind., has some local black leaders vouching for him. But that hasn’t stopped his opponents from criticizing his record.
Consecration of Big Temple likely on February 5
Deputy Inspector General of Police, Thanjavur Range, J. Loganathan said the district police had started preparing detailed security measures to be put in place in and around the world heritage monument in view of the event
INEC seeks powers to withhold certificates of candidates declared winner under duress
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for the amendment of electoral laws return of candidates declared winners under duress.
Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges
Nairobi’s governor pleaded not guilty to corruption and other economic crimes involving millions of dollars in a Kenyan court on Monday
Iran working on improving Zakzaky’s health via diplomatic channels
Iran is constantly working on the case of Nigeria’s top Shia cleric Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky through diplomatic contacts with the Nigerian government.
China says Uighur Muslims have 'graduated' from camps
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- China claimed ethnic Uighurs once held in detention centers in the western region of Xinjiang have all been released, while criticizing the United States for "attacks and smears."
JNU Protest: 'Call Off Strike, Stop Exam Boycott,' JNU Admin Tells Agitating Students
The police had already heightened security arrangements and deployed additional forces on every gate of JNU, sealing the varsity from protesting students to leave the premises.
After bypoll defeat, Siddaramaiah resigns as CLP leader
His resignation comes as he has taken responsibility for the defeat in the Karnataka bypolls.
Jo Swinson's voting record revealed as general election looms
Leader of the Liberal Democrats Jo Swinson has been asked many questions about her inconsistent voting record.
Banksy installs new art piece in Birmingham highlighting homelessness
Legendary artist Banksy has installed a new art piece in Birmingham to highlight the growing homelessness problem in the UK.
Floods worsen in Johor while Kelantan fully recovers
JOHOR BARU, Dec 9 — The number of flood victims currently housed at the temporary relief centres (PPS) in Kota Tinggi has increased to 39, as of 5pm, compared to 19 victims recorded at noon today. State Local Government, Urban Well-being and Environment Committee chairman Tan Chen Choon, in a...
'No mother should have to deal with this' says mom after Grainger Co. toddler dies in crash
A Grainger County two-year-old was hit and killed after running into the street Friday night, according to a report from Tennessee Highway Patrol.
Ukraine reports seven enemy attacks in Donbas on Dec 8
There were no Ukrainian army casualties in the past day.
Sowore: What Top Yoruba Leader Said About Activist’s Re-Arrest By DSS
The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland Gani Adams has described the re-arrest of activist Omoyele Sowore as a national tragedy.
The 5 at 5: Monday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Buhari to spend three days in Egypt
President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja on Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt to attend a meeting designed to set “an agenda for sustainable peace and development in Africa.” Femi Adesina, presidential
Qatar’s Emir Unlikely to Attend Gulf Summit in Riyadh
(Bloomberg) -- Qatar’s emir isn’t likely to attend the Gulf Cooperation Council heads of state summit starting Tuesday in Saudi Arabia, according to people familiar with the matter who confirmed progress toward mending a drawn-out regional rift while tempering expectations of a breakthrough this week.Sheikh
Jordan: Parliament Refers 2 Former Ministers to Court, Refuses to Waive Immunity of MP
The Jordanian parliament agreed on the judiciary request to refer two former ministers to court on charges of abusing their job jurisdictions, while it refused to waive the immunity of two deputies in two different cases. The Parliamentary Legal Comm
Finland's Sanna Marin to become world's youngest PM
Finland's former transport minister Sanna Marin, 34, will become the world's youngest sitting prime minister when she is sworn in by the Finnish parliament.
No holiday truce with NPA — Lorenzana
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana has rejected the idea of declaring a ceasefire with the New People's Army (NPA) in the spirit of the Christmas season.
Malaysia reports first case of polio since 1992
A three-month-old Malaysian infant has been diagnosed with polio, the first case reported in the country in nearly three decades, a top health official said on Sunday.
The rapid rise of Sanna Marin, the 34-year-old Finnish woman set to become the youngest serving world leader, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Formerly Finland's Minister of Transport and Communications, Marin entered politics aged just 27, and became an MP in 2015, aged 30.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Political parties deplore government’s decision to hike APSRTC bus fare
Activists of BJP and TDP stage protests in Kurnool and Chittoor, terming the move ‘anti-poor’
Karnataka By-polls Results: 11 rebels labelled defectors by their parties win again on BJP seats
Congress won two seats, Janata Dal Secular (JDS) drew a blank while a BJP rebel won as an Independent candidate.
Concerned EU weighs response to Turkey-Libya border deal
Brussels (AP) -
Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict
Russian leader Vladimir Putin will hold formal talks Monday for the first time with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict in Ukraine's east, at a highly anticipated summit in Paris.
UK parties in final campaign push for Thursday election - The Nation Newspaper
THE main political party leaders are continuing to push their election pledges to voters, as the campaign enters its final few days...
Protest and boycotts as Austrian author accused of supporting Milosevic to receive Nobel prize
Protesters from the Balkans and worldwide are expected to descend on Stockholm today as the Nobel Prize for Literature is handed to an Austrian author accused of supporting the genocidal Serbian regime of Slobodan Milosevic.
Tragedy strikes 49-year-old Filipino maid who is killed after driver loses control at Farrer Road
Tragedy strikes 49-year-old Filipino maid who is killed after driver loses control at Farrer Road
Hundreds of democrats and district councillors urge Hong Kong gov’t to scrap police pay rise plans
Hundreds of pro-democracy lawmakers and district councillors have urged the government to scrap a proposed pay rise for the embattled police force. Hong Kong has seen six months of large-scale protests. Initially against the now-withdrawn extradition bill, protesters are now focused on wider demands including an independent investigation of the police force for alleged brutality. […]
Serial rapist given 33 life sentences after UK rampage while wrongly free
A convicted burglar who assaulted and raped women and children during a two-week rampage across Britain while wrongly free from jail was given 33 life sentences on Monday, with the judge saying he would never cease to be a danger to society. Joseph McCann, 34, was convicted of 37 offences relating to
No reason that employment has come down, says Gangwar
In response to remarks on demonetisation and the job cuts it caused these years, Labour and Employment Minister Santosh Kumar Gangwar said the government is implementing the Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1979 to mitigate hardships caused by migration.
Campaigners attack Boris Johnson for EU nationals remarks
Prime minister said migrants from Europe have treated the UK like ‘their own’ country for too long
Boris Johnson Ready For 12 December Elections
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he was nervous about his narrowing lead in opinion polls ahead of Thursday’s election but pledged to deliver a “transformative” Brexit on Jan. 31 that would allow lower immigration. The 12 December election will decide the fate of Brexit and the world’s fifth largest economy with a stark choice […]
Bolt of lightning thought to be responsible for fire at Michael Healy-Rae's office
A bolt of lightning may have been responsible for the fire which struck the Kilgarvan commercial complex and office belonging to the Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae this morning.
Paris summit seeks resolution to Ukraine war
A series of meetings are being held at the Elysee presidential palace to try to revive a 2015 peace deal that has been largely ignored.
BJP’s thumping win will bolster BSY’s position in party
The central leadership, after Maharashtra, is not keen to risk interfering too much with the Chief Minister’s decision-making process
NHRC says Delhi Anaj Mandi fire was catastrophe waiting to happen, asks for detailed report
Describing the Anaj Mandi fire incident as a “catastrophe” waiting to happen, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on December 9 issued notices to the Delhi government, the city’s police chief
Sonko lawyers want him granted bail because Nairobi has no Deputy Governor
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 – Lawyers representing embattled Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko were at pains to convince the court Monday to free him on bond after - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
China claims everyone in Xinjiang camps has 'graduated'
People who were at vocational training centers in China's far west Xinjiang have all "graduated" and are living happy lives, an official said Monday. But U
Hong Kong protest arrests surges past 6,000, say police
Police said they have also fired 10,000 rubber baton rounds during the six months of protests and that 493 officers have been injured.
Cherry blossoms prompt full-blown scandal for Japan's PM
It might be the most Japanese of political scandals: a furore over Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's guest list at a party to mark the annual cherry blossom season.
Omo-Agege introduces amendment bill on electoral malpractice
Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege on Monday said, he had introduced a bill for comprehensive amendment of the Electoral Act No. 6 of 2010.
Big change in number of children arrested in Lancashire
Arrests of children in Lancashire have been reduced by 81 per cent in eight years.
Vandals damage cars in Arab neighborhood of east Jerusalem
JERUSALEM (AP) — Vandals slashed the tires of over 160 vehicles and sprayed slogans such as “Arabs=enemies” in a Palestinian neighborhood of Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem, Israeli police said Monday. Elsewhere, Palestinian residents of the volatile West Bank city of Hebron staged a general strike to protest the construction of a new Jewish settlement there.Masked suspects operated under the cover of darkness to vandalize the cars in east Jerusalem's Shuafat neighborhood and spray-painted Hebrew graffiti on a nearby wall, police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld said. He said the authorities were treating the incident as criminal with “nationalistic motives.
North Korea calls Trump 'erratic' old man over tweets
North Korea insulted U.S. President Donald Trump again on Monday, calling him a "heedless and erratic old man" after he tweeted that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wouldn't want to abandon a special relationship between the two leaders.
Ondo driver: Court remands killer cop in prison
Peter Dada, Akure An Ondo State Magistrates
North Korea calls Donald Trump 'thoughtless', 'sneaky old man' over tweets
Kim has said North Korea will seek a new way if the US maintains its sanctions and pressure, and issued the deadline for the Trump administration to offer mutually acceptable terms for a deal.
Wanted notorious kidnapper arrested for abduction of two teenagers in Katsina
The Katsina State Police Command on Monday says it has arrested a wanted notorious kidnapper, Aliyu Sani in connection with the abduction of two...
Officers thank Cape Coral man for helping rescue woman from canal
Police have issued a Citizen Commendable Action Coin to a Cape Coral man who helped rescue an elderly woman from a canal last month.
Algeria seeks heavy sentences for ex-PMs accused of corruption
The Algerian prosecutor's office has requested 20-year prison sentences for several former politicians accused of corruption, including two prime ministers who served under former president Abdelaziz Bouteflika, reports say.
It's like they want to do something to him - Jowie's mother worried after he could not be found at Kamiti
Where is my son? - Jowie Irungu's mother
The father of Tipperary ICMSA president Pat McCormack has died
Council passes vote of sympathy to Thomas McCormack
'A leftist course': Merkel's CDU wary as coalition partner seeks concessions
Chancellor Angela Merkel's party on Sunday reacted coolly to concessions sought by the new leaders of the Social Democrats in return for keeping their fragile coalition afloat
Delhi's Anaj Mandi area fire: Search for missing Bihar teenager ends in morgue
Acquaintances and relatives of the teenager, hailing from Bihar's Samastipur, had been frantically searching for him since Sunday morning, saying he was present inside the ill-fated building.
Tassia Rescue Missions Ends as Children's Bodies Found
Rescue mission at the Tassia Tragedy has come to an end with fresh findings involving the...
Michelle Obama, Julia Roberts urge Vietnam girls to stay in school
Former US first lady Michelle Obama and Hollywood A-lister Julia Roberts toured a high school in rural Vietnam on Monday, urging a classroom of teenage girls to stay focused on their education to transform their lives.
Terrifying footage of New Zealand volcano eruption that has killed five
Around 30 people are missing
Suaram wants to engage with home minister for human rights, says buck stops with him
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The home minister should meet and engage with civil society groups on human rights as many related problems fall under his ministry, watchdog Suara Rakyat Malaysia (Suaram) said today. Suaram executive director Sevan Doraisamy said this year has been a busy one for the...
Finland's Sanna Marin set to become the world’s youngest Prime Minister at 34 - but who has slipped down the list?
A 34-year-old transport minister is set to become Finland’s youngest prime minister ever and its third female government leader. Finland’s ruling Social Democratic Party council voted 32-29 to name Sanna Marin over rival Antti Lindtman to take over the government’s top post from incumbent Antti Rinne. Having emerged as Finland’s largest party in the April election, the Social Democrats can appoint one of their own to the post of prime minister in the Nordic nation of 5.5 million.
Zarif: Iran fully ready for prisoner swap, ball in US court
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said Tehran was "fully ready" for a full prisoner exchange with the United States.
Rockets hit military base near Baghdad airport, six wounded
Four Katyusha rockets struck a military base next to Baghdad International Airport on Monday wounding "six fighters", a statement from the military said. Security forces found a rocket launcher and several rockets in a search of the area, the statement said. There was no immediate claim of responsibility. It was the latest in a spate of rocket attacks on military installations this past week. On Thursday, two Katyusha rockets landed inside Balad air base, but there were no casualties or damage reported from the attack.
Deadly volcano eruption
A volcano off the New Zealand coast erupted Monday with a towering blast of ash and scalding steam as dozens of tourists were exploring its moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving eight others missing and feared dead, authorities said.
Woman seeks help to bring back husband’s body
She suspects mystery over his sudden death
Kenyan government sued for 'failing to protect' sex trafficking victims | IOL News
A charity group says the government's decision to make the women testify against their alleged traffickers had caused them psychological harm.
Factcheck: a Labour government would not mean an extra murder a week
Tory research claims party’s opposition to stop and search would lead to a crime surge
Nativity Scene Shows Holy Family Separated, Caged at Border
The Claremont United Methodist Church has erected a Nativity scene showing the Holy Family separated and in cages at the U.S.-Mexico border.
PDP wins all 21 chairmanship seats in Adamawa LG election
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has won big in Adamawa state as all its candidates in the just concluded local government election recorded victory.
Climate protests across Europe as COP25 summit enters second week
Madrid, Paris, Brussels and London are among the European capitals to host climate change protests
Turkey repatriates 11 suspected Daesh members to France
Eleven terrorists of French nationality have been repatriated as part of Turkey's newly-introduced process of deporting former Daesh members who have taken...
Trump, Saudi prince pledge cooperation after Florida base attack
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump has spoken with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman about the attack Friday at a naval base in Florida, which is being investigated by the FBI as a presumed terrorist attack.
Tanzania to free 5,500 inmates from overcrowded prisons
President John Magufuli on Monday ordered that around 5,500 inmates be freed from Tanzania's overcrowded prisons at a ceremony to mark the anniversary of the country's independence from colonial rule. The populist president, who has publicly expressed both sympathy and derision for the country's prison population, announced the mass pardon at an event marking Tanzania's national day.
Citizenship Amendment Bill an attempt by govt to distract people from its failures on NRC, economy: Congress
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi said the bill is in violation of many articles of the Constitution and the basic spirit of the Preamble which talks of equality, liberty and fraternity. Claiming that the BJP is "digging a political graveyard" for its NDA allies from northeastern states, Gogoi appealed to those parties to vote with their conscience.
Extinction Rebellion activists wearing gas masks block central London road
The protesters, outside Leicester Square Tube station, are demanding the next government tackles air pollution in the capital.
Tactical voters could keep seats for Labour
Two key marginal seats in the Black Country could be held by Labour with the help of tactical voting, research has suggested.
Are Articles of Impeachment Coming As Soon As This Week?
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler wants to get the impeachment ball rolling. So much so that he hinted on "Meet the Press" on Sunday that Congress may introduce their articles of impeachment against President Trump as early as this week.
In Pictures: Fishy encounter and scenic views as parties launch final voter push
The PM visited a fish market while the SNP battle bus took a trip to the Highlands.
Out on Bail, Honeypreet Insaan Meets Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim In Sirsa Jail
The meeting between Honeypreet Insaan and Gurmeet Ram Rahim in Sirsa jail continued for about one and a half hours.
Paul Pierce Loses $100,000 Lawsuit Over "Racist" Altercation at UFC Fight
In the past, Paul Pierce accused a security guard of being racist during UFC 229 in October 2018, and the whole encounter was captured on video. Si...
Jharkhand polls: CRPF unit alleges ‘animal-like treatment’, claims given drinking water from water cannon
An assistant commandant-rank company commander of 222nd battalion of CRPF has complained to state authorities and his headquarters in Delhi.
Serial rapist Joseph McCann given 33 life sentences for horrific attacks
He must serve a minimum term of 30 years.
Sri Lanka shakes up intelligence agency after Easter attacks
COLOMBO, Dec 9 — Sri Lanka has for the first time named a military officer to head the country’s main intelligence agency, which was blamed for failing to prevent Islamist extremist bombings in April that killed 259 people. The head of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) was replaced by...
Citizenship bill introduced; Bill is not 0.001% against minorities, Amit Shah
He said Muslims from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh will not be benefited from the bill as ‘they have not faced religious prosecution’.
Pakistan and Iran conduct joint border patrolling
CHAGAI, Pakistan: The Pakistani and the Iranian border forces on Sunday conducted the joint patrolling along the border near Taftan in Chagai district, said a report by Eurasia Diary. Official sources said that Pakistan’s Levies Force & Frontier Corps and the Iranian border guards carrying their national flags participated in the patrolling. The joint patrolling commenced from border pillar number 76 and ended at number 88 near the Taalap area. The Officials of the two sides shared their experiences with each other. “This was a synchronized patrolling from both sides along the border between Pakistan and Iran. Authorities of both neighboring countries observed the border to identify suspected movements by each side and report to the other with the aim to overcome the threats”, the Assistant Commissioner of Taftan Najeebullah Qambrani told media.
General Election seats to watch: North-west England
The Tories are eyeing a dozen gains in this battleground region.
Game Set Match For Yediyurappa Government: BJP To Get Simple Majority In Karnataka As Party Sweeps Bypolls
BJP leads in 12 out of 15 seats, Congress-JD(S) routed
Constituency profile: Great Grimsby
A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.
Model dies hours after liposuction, nose job at Mexico clinic, reports say
At some point in her recovery, the mother of two suffered cardiorespiratory failure, reports say.
UK votes on Thursday: What you should know in 500 words
Britons will head to the polls on Thursday, December 12 for a snap general election, which is hoped to end the country's Brexit impasse.
Hungry bears and a legends parade: Monday's best photos
The Guardian’s picture editors select photo highlights from around the world
How people in leprosy colonies are fighting stigma for a life of dignity
While leprosy is curable and early treatment checks disabilities, the stigma associated with the disease continues to run deep. In 2017, there were 2.1 lakh new leprosy cases registered globally — India accounted for over half of them, according to the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP).
Netflix's 'Marriage Story' Leads Golden Globe Nominations With 6
Other films that will compete in the best drama category are war drama '1917,' comic book villain film 'Joker,' 'The Irishman' and papal story 'Two Popes'
Govt Needs Stronger Anti-Corruption Measures: Danish
Sarwar Danish, Afghanistan’s second vice president, addressed a gathering on Monday-- International Anti-Corruption Day-- and said: “Despite some achievements, we have not been completely s
Sad Moment For Kumaraswamy: JD(S) Fails To Win A Single Seat In Karnataka Bypolls
Breaking away from its former coalition alliance partner Congress, the JD-S contested separately
The numbers that matter ahead of Britain's general election on Thursday
Voters head to the polls across Britain on Thursday for the third general election in four and-a-half years. Here are some of the key numbers:
Hunt for ex-Sydney man over child abuse
A global hunt is on involving police from three countries for a high-profile man accused of abusing boys at a refuge he ran in Sydney in the 1980s.
15 People Were Killed during Protests in Baghdad
Iraqi security and health officials said unidentified gunmen fired shots at protesters at the Khilani square in Baghdad, killing 15 people and injuring dozens, the Associated Press reported. At least two of those killed are police officers.
Plea in Supreme Court seeks psychological help for Jammu and Kashmir children
Many detained during lockdown: activist
Abe granted brief respite as scandal-hit extraordinary Diet session draws to a close
During the course of the session two ministers resigned, a plan for reforming college English-language tests was withdrawn and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was accused of breaching election campaign laws.
Cherry blossoms prompt full-blown scandal for Japan's PM
Tokyo, It might be the most Japanese of political scandals: a furore over Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's guest list at a party to mark the annual cherry blossom season.
Teen son accused of fatally stabbing his mother in car on Long Island
Police arrested a man who they say stabbed his mother to death on Long Island.
Russia, Ukraine leaders Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelensky meet for 1st time
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet face-to-face Monday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for the first time, as the leaders hope to end a long standoff in the Donbas region.
Shooting in the dark; Afghanistan's endless war pits brother against brother
The 19-year-old Taliban deserter is haunted by the memory of the attack on a police checkpoint in northern Afghanistan in August. Kneeling in the blood-soaked sand of the bunker as he and his comrades checked the bodies for weapons and ammunition, the young militant made a terrible discovery – one of
iN VIDEO: 5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano
WHAKATANE, New Zealand - A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like s
Plans for new homes in East Neuk village ‘essential to ensure its vitality’
Plans for 86 new homes in the East Neuk village of St Monans have been hailed as "essential to ensure its vitality".
Serial rapist Joseph McCann given 33 life sentences
"Classic psychopath" Joseph McCann has been handed 33 life sentences and a minimum term of 30 years for a string of horrific sex attacks on 11 women and children.
Cambodia to start opposition leader trial in January
PHNOM PENH, Dec 9 —The trial of Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha on treason charges will begin on Jan. 15, a court said today. Kem Sokha was arrested in 2017 and his opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) banned ahead of an election last year that was condemned by Western...
‘Congress Partitioned Nation On Religious Lines’: Amit Shah Tables Citizenship Amendment Bill In Lok Sabha
The Home Minister also said that the Bill did not violate any article of the Constitution.
Gujarat: Congress workers clash with police during protest against recruitment exam ‘irregularities’
Police used water cannons and pushed Congress supporters into buses as they marched towards the Gujarat Vidhan Sabha
Halting demands for indyref2 once again at the heart of Scottish Tory campaign
Mr Carlaw says the Tories are getting a ‘fantastic response in certain key seats’.
Road accident claims 12 lives in Niger —FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps in Niger State has said that 12 people have died in an accident on Sunday at Sawmill Village along Mokwa-Makera road in Mokwa Local Government Area of the state. Th...
U.S. pushed Afghanistan war to the public despite persistent internal doubts, Washington Post investigation reveals
U.S. officials have doubted the war in Afghanistan since its very beginning. Just six months after the longest war in American history began, then-Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld tellingly wrote in a memo that "we are never going to get the U.S. military out of Afghanistan unless" the U.S. ensured there was "stability ... necessary for us to leave." And for the 18 years since, U.S. officials have been privately relaying the same concerns while publicly touting "progress," documents and interviews obtained and published by The Washington Post reveal. Rumsfeld wrote an estimated 59,000 memos he called "snowflakes" during his tenure, but most of them remained private until now. The Post had filed a lawsuit against the National Security Archive and has since obtained more of those snowflakes, including one from 2003 where Rumsfeld complained that he had "no visibility into who the bad guys are." In interviews with the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction also obtained and published by the Post…
‘I rejoice’: Finland forms government of five parties all led by women, with youngest prime minister in world
Finland’s coalition government will be composed of five parties all led by women for the first time after the female transport minister won a vote to be the next leader. Sanna Marin has been chosen
Hats off to KCR and Telangana police officers: Jagan Reddy on Hyderabad ‘encounter’
"If the hero in a movie kills someone in an encounter, we all clap and say the movie is good. If a daring person does that in real life...someone will come down from Delhi in the name of National Human Rights Commission and say this is wrong," Jagan Mohan Reddy said.
Sexual Battery investigation underway in North Port
North Port Police are conducting an investigation into a reported sexual battery on Tamiami Trail near Pan American Boulevard
Flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital charged with graft
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - The flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital city, Nairobi, has been charged with 19 counts of graft-related charges as the country struggles to tackle runaway corruption.
Peaceful Hong Kong march marred by fire outside court, police say
Hong Kong: Hong Kong protesters set fire outside court buildings, threw petrol bombs and spray-painted graffiti on government buildings, marring what was otherwise a "generally peaceful" march over the weekend, police said on Monday.
Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov to visit Washington, US confirms
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will welcome his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov on Tuesday -- the Russian's first visit to Washington since a controversial 2017 meeting with US President Donald Trump, the State Department announced. The brief statement about the meeting, to be held at the State Department, said Pompeo and Lavrov would "discuss a broad range of regional and bilateral issues." On Friday, a Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman said the meeting was being "prepared" for Tuesday.
'Classic psychopath' and serial rapist Joseph McCann given 33 life sentences
Over 15 days, he abducted, raped and assaulted victims aged between 11 and 71 in Watford, London and the North West on England.
California church's nativity scene shows Jesus, Mary and Joseph locked in separate cages
A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.
8 Panchayat Unions to go for polls in Theni and 14 in Dindigul
THENI/DINDIGUL Filing of nominations by candidates for the local body elections started in Theni and Dindigul districts on Monday.Theni district has eight Panchayat Unions — Andipatti, Kadamalaikundu-
Delhi HC refuses to pass directions to Centre to link social media with Aadhaar
The Centre apprised the court that the government is under consideration and also got some suggestions from law commission.
Governor of China's Xinjiang says US Bill violates international law
A recent US measure on Xinjiang is a severe violation of international law and gross interference in China's internal affairs, the governor of the ...
Kota Tinggi flood victims rise, 729 people evacuated
JOHOR BARU, Dec 9 — The number of flood victims placed at temporary evacuation centres (PPS) in Kota Tinggi tonight rose sharply to 729 people compared to 39 victims this afternoon. State Local Government, Urban Well Being and Environment Committee chairman Tan Chen Choon, in a statement, said as...
Communism claims a ploy to tarnish democratic process, says minister
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Senator P. Waytha Moorthy has expressed disappointment over allegations made by a Terengganu Umno member that communist elements have infiltrated the government. In a statement today, he said such claims are clear efforts to...
Russian forces enter former Islamic State stronghold in Syria after U.S. pullback
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian forces have entered Raqqa, the former de facto capital of the Islamic State caliphate, in one of the starkest examples yet of how Moscow has filled the vacuum created by President Donald Trump’s decision to pull U.S. forces from northern Syria.
Number of people arrested since protests began breaks 6,000 mark
Police today announced that more than 6,000 people have been arrested since anti-government protests began six months ago Speaking to reporters at their regular 4pm press briefing this afternoon, Senior Superintendent Kong Wing-cheung of the...
Finland’s Sanna Marin to become world’s youngest prime minister
At just 34, the Finnish social democrat will be confirmed as the new leader on Tuesday
Michelle Obama visits Vietnam, tells girls to stay in school
Former US first lady Michelle Obama and Hollywood A-lister Julia Roberts toured a high school in rural Vietnam on Monday, urging a classroom of teenage girls to stay focused on their education to t...
DC-Cam returns records, photos of Khmer Rouge cadre to family
The Documentation Centre of Cambodia (DC-Cam) on Monday brought a 220-page document and photographs of a former Khmer Rouge cadre killed at the Tuol Sleng S-21 detention centre to his daughter in Kampong Speu province. Sek Say, 52, said that since the fall of the Khmer Rouge, she had been searching for information about her father, not knowing that he had been killed at Tuol Sleng.
Modi’s New India Citizenship Law Sparks Panic and Protests
(Bloomberg) -- India’s parliament is set to approve legislation preventing Muslim migrants from neighboring countries from receiving citizenship -- the next step in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s hardline Hindu nationalist program and one that’s seen to go against the nation’s secular constitution.The
Health Ministry springs to action after first confirmed polio case in nearly 30 years
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The Health Ministry has mobilised available measures to contain the possible re-emergence of the polio virus that was eradicated in Malaysia almost three decades ago. After confirming the infection of a three-month-old boy in Tuaran, Sabah, the ministry tested 661 people in...
Iraq military complex housing US forces slammed by rockets, says army
Several rockets slammed into an Iraqi military complex that hosts US forces next to Baghdad International Airport on Monday, wounding six Iraqi troops, the military said in a statement. Security forces found launchers with rockets that had not been fired properly, indicating a larger attack was planned, the military said.
Spitting volcano keeps search parties off New Zealand island, death toll rises to six
WHAKATANE, New Zealand (Reuters) - Fearing a volcano could erupt again, search parties were unable to set foot on New Zealand’s White Island for eight people still missing on Tuesday, as police raised the death toll to six from the eruption a day earlier.
Anti-apartheid activist Ben Turok dies, aged 92 | IOL News
Former anti-apartheid activist and economics professor Ben Turok had died, his family confirmed on Monday morning.
Staff on two Paris metro lines extend strike to Friday
PARIS (Reuters) - Drivers and maintenance staff on two Paris metro lines voted on Monday to extend their strike against the government’s planned pension reforms until Friday, a Reuters witness said.
EFCC seizes over N643.9m, $706.8m in Kano
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Monday says that the Kano Zonal office has seized over N643,942 million in
‘There Were No Safety Features’: Outrage Follows New Delhi Fire
The blaze at an illegal factory in New Delhi was one of the worst in recent years. The victims were migrant laborers from poor villages.
Abe confirms visit to Japan by Iran's Rouhani under discussion
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said a visit by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is being considered, the first official confirmation that a trip by him could ta
4-Year-Old Twins Survive Car Crash By Freeing Selves, Climbing To Safety
The girls' father, Corey Simmons, 47, died when the vehicle with his daughters in the backseat crashed Friday evening.
A War with North Korea Would Bring Chaos to Millions. There Is Another Option.
Maximum pressure has failed and the cost of a military option is unacceptably high. A peace agreement is the only option.
Trump Officials Block U.N. Meeting on Human Rights Abuses in North Korea
The U.S. is trying to preserve a diplomatic opening with Kim Jong-un, even as North Korea dismisses President Trump as a “heedless and erratic old man.”
New Zealand police say no more survivors expected from volcano eruption
WHAKATANE, New Zealand (Reuters) - New Zealand police said early on Tuesday they did not expect to find any more survivors from a volcanic eruption on White Island that killed at least five people and injured up to 20.
New York City subway fall leaves woman dead, another injured: 'You could hear bones crunching'
One woman was killed and another was injured after falling in between train cars at a New York City subway station early Sunday in what one person described as a "terrible" thing to witness.
Meet Ali, 25. Boris Johnson's biggest challenger
Ali Milani didn't speak English when he came to Britain from Iran at the age of five. Twenty years later, he's the biggest individual threat to ...
Israeli Election to Be Held March 2 if Knesset Dissolves, Netanyahu, Gantz Agree
New date is eight days earlier than the original - March 10 - and alters a tradition enshrined in law, which stipulates that elections in Israel be held on Tuesday
Six Wounded as Four Rockets Hit Military Base Near Baghdad International Airport
Iraq has been gripped by massive demonstrations that have swept across the country since early October. The protesters are demanding the government's resignation, economic reforms, improved living standards and social welfare and an end to corruption.
Putin set for landmark Paris talks on Ukraine conflict
Russian leader Vladimir Putin will for the first time hold formal talks with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict in ...
TV crew laugh at Ted Cruz in live interview after he endorses Trump's baseless conspiracy theory
Ted Cruz was laughed at by a TV crew during a live interview after he endorsed Donald Trump’s baseless conspiracy theory about Ukraine.The Texas senator, who challenged Mr Trump to be the Republican nominee in 2016, was mocked for saying he believed there was “considerable evidence” that Ukraine meddled
Kampong Speu police arrest eight suspects over armed snatch thefts
Eight snatch theft suspects, including two women, who were armed with swords and sticks when committing crimes, were arrested by Kampong Speu police on Sunday in the province’s Chambak village in Samrong Tong district’s Voasar commune. Kampong Speu provincial police chief Sam Samuon told The Post on Monday that police arrested 11 suspects in a crackdown in Samrong Tong district.
Libya arms embargo being systematically violated by UN states
Jordan, Turkey and UAE singled out for ‘routinely and blatantly’ supplying weapons
WATCH: Rescue operation underway after 700 shacks swept away in Mamelodi flood | Pretoria News
Acting MEC for Social Development Panyaza Lesufi said they are assisting with emergency vehicles, food and blankets
Centurion Floods: What You Need To Know
JOHANNESBURG – Torrential rains and flooding in Gauteng on Monday led to the closure of several roads in Centurion and Mamelodi in Tshwane. The province has been experiencing heavy downpours since last week, with the South African Weather Service warning at the weekend that the rainfall would continue at least until Wednesday. **HERE’S WHAT WE […]
On This Day: Senate report on CIA calls torture tactics 'deeply flawed'
On Dec. 9, 2014, a U.S. Senate Intelligence Committee report said the CIA's interrogation of terror suspects after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks was more brutal than it told the White House or public. The so-called "CIA torture report" called CIA tactics "deeply flawed."
Finnish minister, 34, to become youngest PM
Sanna Marin will become the world’s youngest sitting prime minister, according to Finland’s biggest newspaper.
R. Kelly's Ex-Tour Manager Spoke To Prosecutors About Marriage To Aaliyah
It looks like Demetrius Smith, a former tour manager for R. Kelly, is set to take the stand in one of the singer's forthcoming federal trials.
PM Modi cautions people against Congress in Jharkhand
Modi, who was addressing a poll rally at Bokaro, compared Jharkhand to a youth attaining 19 years and its citizens its gaurdian and appealed to the people of the state to vote for the BJP government for the second time in a row.
Iraqis rally against government as Baghdad summons Western envoys
Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died.
Toddler who has lived whole life in detention centre faces separation from mum
Huyen Tran arrived in Australia by boat as an asylum seeker in 2011. There she met Paul and the pair decided to start a family together - they now have an 18-month-old daughter
Putin, Zelenskiy Meet In Bid To Bring Peace To Eastern Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, met in Paris for long-awaited talks on resolving the military conflict in eastern Ukraine.
Myanmar leader Suu Kyi departs for genocide hearings amid fanfare at home
YANGON (Reuters) - Myanmar leader and Nobel peace prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi departed on Sunday for the U.N’s top court in The Hague to defend the country against charges of genocide of its Rohingya Muslim minority.
NOTA votes highest in K.R. Puram
Six years after it was introduced, the ‘none of the above’ or NOTA option is beginning to increasingly matter in elections in the country.Although NOTA votes did not have an impact on the fortunes of
U.S. military trainers describe Afghan security forces as incompetent, unmotivated and rife with deserters
In a trove of confidential government interviews obtained by The Washington Post, U.S., NATO and Afghan officials described their efforts to create an Afghan proxy force as a long-running calamity.
'We demand proof, not promises': Papuans urge Jokowi to bring justice to Paniai tragedy
Five people, including four high school students, were allegedly shot and killed by Indonesian Military (TNI) soldiers on Dec. 8, 2014, during a protest in Paniai.
Jo Swinson reveals she has been advised to wear 'lower cut tops' amid fears that the Lib Dem campaign is failing to win over voters
Jo Swinson said the extraordinary tip was among a welter of 'unsolicited advice' she has received on how to revive her flagging campaign.
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General Election 2019: Johnson and Sturgeon both accused of 'running scared'
Boris Johnson and Nicola Sturgeon have both been accused today of avoiding scrutiny.
Torrential rains in Uganda, 26 killed, says Red Cross
KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) - At least 26 people have been killed in floods unleashed by heavy rains in different parts of Uganda, the Red Cross said on Monday as authorities urged people in affected areas to relocate.
Wallsend woman banned from keeping animals after claiming sex change led to her neglecting pets
Julie Ann Greenwood's cats were found covered in fleas by RSPCA inspectors
Guelph Police investigating after man struck and killed by train
Police say it happened late Sunday night
Corruption biggest hurdle in country's progress: Chaudhry Sarwar
Corruption biggest hurdle in country
Former Justice Minister: Aharon Barak a 'judicial pirate'
Haim Ramon slams former Supreme Court president responsible for 'constitutional revolution' says court acts as 'tyrannical' political party.
Top US officials knew the Afghanistan war was unwinnable and 'lied' — even as costs rose to $1 trillion and 2,351 American troop's lives
Thousands of pages of notes from hundreds of interviews reveal true US assessments of the war in Afghanistan, and it's not a pretty picture.
Donald Trump warns Kim Jong Un has ‘everything’ to lose through hostility
'North Korea, under the leadership of Kim Jong Un, has tremendous economic potential, but it must denuclearize as promised,' Trump tweeted.
Finland’s Sanna Marin becomes world’s youngest serving PM
Former transport minister to head leftwing coalition after Antti Rinne’s resignation
Nigeria, Iran in fresh talks over El-Zakzaky
Nigerian and Iranian governments are holding fresh talks on the leader of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, Ibrahim El-Zakzaky. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyed Abbas Mousavi, on Sunday,...
Emergency services return to River Tay as search for missing man continues
Emergency services are continuing to scour the River Tay as the search for a missing Perth man continues.
Indian Parliament's Lower House Passes Bill to Amend Arms Act Aimed at Curbing Illegal Manufacturing
New Delhi (Sputnik): Thousands of people are arrested annually across India for manufacturing and supplying illegal firearms, particularly those who have set up production centres in the country’s Uttar Pradesh and Bihar states, parts of which border Nepal and Bangladesh that have significant markets for such weapons.
Florida girl arrested for posting ‘death list’ on Snapchat
A 12-year-old Florida girl was arrested after posting a “death list” on Snapchat of students from her middle school, authorities said. The girl, who was not identified, was taken into custody late
Rights groups launch Myanmar boycott ahead of Hague genocide hearings
Human rights campaigners supporting Myanmar’s Rohingya Muslim minority on Monday called for a global boycott of the country, a day before genocide hearings begin at the International Court of Justice in The Hague.
Andhra govt cancels Rs 3 crore work orders at CM's residence to ward off criticism
BJP leader Lanka Dinakar welcomed the cancellation of the order pertaining to the expenditure.
Cambodia to start opposition leader trial in January
PHNOM PENH (Reuters) - The trial of Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha on treason charges will begin on Jan. 15, a court said on Monday.
INL urges govt. not to implement NRC in State
Party to take out a march to Raj Bhavan
Discussed weather: Ajit Pawar on talk with Fadnavis
In a stunning turn of events, Fadnavis had on November 23 returned as chief minister propped up by Ajit Pawar, who was made his deputy. Both were sworn in a hush-hush early morning ceremony but the government lasted only 80 hours.
Girl trafficked 25 years ago urges police to trace her parents
She settled at Kanchivanam in Tamil Nadu, and attended ‘Spandana’ programme
Man and woman arrested in connection with murder of man in Kildare last year
Clive Staunton (50) was shot outside a house on Glen Easton Way on 15 November 2018.
New Zealand police says at least five dead in volcano eruption
WELLINGTON (Reuters) - At least five people have now been confirmed to have died after a volcano erupted off the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, police confirmed on Monday.
Manipur to be included in Inner Line Permit system to gain ‘exemption’ from Citizenship Bill
The state government ordered offices to celebrate by putting up pictures of Narendra Modi and Amit Shah.
Missing toddler found dead in northwestern Wisconsin
Authorities say a toddler who went missing in northwestern Wisconsin has been found dead. Rice Lake police say they received a call about 9:30 p.m. Sunday that a 2-year-old girl was missing from her home and that the front door was open.
Student leaders’ tour plan draws flak
Govt. initiative to reform campus politics by taking elected student leaders to Cardiff varsity
"Only the Labour Party can truly fight Britain's youth mental health crisis"
Jonelle Awomoyi is a 20-year old-student, a member of the National Council of Women, and an ambassador for the #iwill campaign - she also serves on the Youth Parliament in Croydon, south London
Turkey deports 11 French suspected ISIL members
Turkey has deported 11 French nationals who are suspected of being members of the ISIL (ISIS) armed group.
Sindh govt approves bill to restore student unions
--Student unions to ensure social and academic welfare, discipline on campusesKARACHI: The Sindh cabinet on Monday approved a bill to restore student unions in provincial educational institutes.
NZ police say no more survivors expected from volcano eruption
WHAKATANE (New Zealand), Dec 10 — New Zealand police said early today they did not expect to find any more survivors from a volcanic eruption on White Island that killed at least five people and injured up to 20. “No signs of life have been seen at any point,” the police said in a statement...
With Two Days Left, Deadlocked Israel Faces Repeat Vote
Israel edged closer to a third election within a year Monday as neither the embattled premier Benjamin Netanyahu nor his main rival appeared close to forming a government two days before a deadline. Right-winger Netanyahu and former army general Benn
UK election campaign enters final rounds with Brexit on the line
Johnson is hoping to regain the Conservative majority lost by his predecessor Theresa May in the last election, just two years ago, while Corbyn is aiming to upset the odds and usher in the first Labour government for nine years.
Barr warned Trump for months that Rudy Giuliani was becoming a liability, but the president ignored him because he loves Giuliani's fiery media appearances, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
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Church nativity scene depicts figures as refugees separated in cages
A California church is displaying a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages to draw attention to the conditions faced by migrants seeking asylum in the United States.
Dorcas Ajwang's burial set for December 20
The ceremony will take place at her home in Waondo, Suba North.
General Election not just about Brexit, says Scottish Labour leader
Richard Leonard has urged voters to also consider issues such as investment in public services.
Sweden to prosecute ex-China envoy over Gui meetings
Sweden's former envoy to Beijing is to go on trial for overstepping her duties by trying to negotiate the release of a Chinese-Swedish dissident held in China, prosecutors in Stockholm said Monday. Anna Lindstedt is accused of brokering an unauthorised meeting during her time as ambassador to get
Man appears in court in connection with Dublin robbery
He is accused of using a broken glass bottle to threaten staff at a shop on Andrew Street yesterday.
Vandals damage cars in Arab neighborhood of east Jerusalem
BAGHDAD: Iraqis turned out Monday to mourn a prominent activist gunned down the previous evening, the latest violent episode in anti-government demonstrations in which more than 450 people have died. That came as Iraq's foreign ministry summoned four Western envoys over their condemnation of a deadly attack against protesters at the weekend. Iraq's capital and its
Police say City Road alleged stabbings in Cardiff are 'not linked'
There have been two incidents in less than a month
Finnish leader Sanna Marin, 34, becomes world's youngest prime minister
Finland prime minister: The new PM Marin was the former transport minister. At the age of 27, Marin was elected the head of the city council in her hometown of Tampere
Ekiti poll: Fayemi tasks police on killing
Fayemi of Ekiti has directed the police to fish out the killers of one Dotun Kosedake who was shot during Saturday’s local government election in the state.
Sri Lanka orders medical test for Swiss employee
She had alleged abduction, sexual assault
I Will Declare as a Muslim If Parliament Passes Citizenship Amendment Bill, Says Harsh Mander
Citizenship (Amendment) Bill Citizenship Bill Harsh Mander India Airing anguish against the controversial Citizenship Amendment Bill, writer and activist Harsh Mander sa
Man suffers 'serious and possible life changing injuries' in Dublin collision
Gardaí said the emergency services attended the scene of a two-car collision on the Corballis Rd at around 6.40am this morning.
Puzzle As Jowie Allegedly Transferred To Voi, Parents Question Motive
Jowie Irungu, the prime suspect in the brutal murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani has allegedly been transferred from Kamiti Maximum Prison Security Prison under unclear circumstances.According
Finland's Sanna Marin set to be world's youngest Prime Minister
At 34, Sanna Marin also becomes one of the world's youngest state leaders, ahead of Ukraine's prime minister Oleksiy Honcharuk, who is currently 35.
Teacher in court for killing pupil, baby
Eric Otieno was facing charges for defiling the 13-year old girl.
Turkey Returns 11 Jihadists to France
Turkish authorities have deported 11 French jihadists to France as part of a campaign to repatriate terrorists from the Islamic State group, BTA reported. After they arrive in France, the deportees are expected to be brought to justice in cases of involvement with a terrorist organization.
Extrajudicial killing fears as Indians cheer Hyderabad 'shootout'
The shooting of four gang-rape and murder suspects by Indian police has highlighted the scourge of extrajudicial killings in a nation grappling with high levels of sexual crimes and a notoriously slow judicial process.
The FBI is now investigating the Pensacola Navy base shooting as act of terrorism
Three young troops were killed and eight people were injured when 21-year-old 2nd Lt. Mohammed Alshamrani of the Royal Saudi Air Force opened fire.
How Nillan’s 3rd birthday party went down in Photos
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Constituency profile: Great Grimsby
A Labour seat since 1945 that might be about to turn blue.
Turkey deports 11 French relatives of 'terrorist' suspects
Turkey has sent 11 French relatives of suspected "terrorist fighters" back home, the Turkish interior ministry said Monday, the latest in the country's renewed push to deport foreign jihadist insurgents. "Eleven French citizens have been deported to their home country," it said in a statement. A judicial source in France confirmed that four women and their seven children had arrived in France early on Monday.
Four killed as car hits roadside banyan tree
Driver dozed off at the wheel, say police
Saudi Arabia ends gender-segregated entrances for restaurants
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social...
'Invisible Hindu-Muslim partition': Sena raises concern over Citizenship bill
Amit Shah would introduce bill that seeks to grant Indian citizenship to non-Muslim refugees from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.
Activists storm into Malta PM's office to demand his resignation
Activists have barged into the building that houses the office of Malta's Prime Minister Joseph Muscat to demand his immediate resignation amid an investigation into the 2017 killing of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
U.S. Confirms Lavrov To Visit Washington, Meet With Pompeo
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will travel to Washington to meet for talks with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on December 10, the U.S. State Department has said in a brief statement.
Nearly 1,000 tourists stranded in New Zealand town following landslides
Authorities say road access to Franz Josef is not likely to be restored until Friday
Rohingya refugees demand justice at Myanmar World Court case
COX’S BAZAR (Reuters) - Rohingya Muslims demanded Myanmar be held to account at the United Nations’ top court in The Hague, where Myanmar leader and Nobel peace prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi is set to defend the country against charges of genocide of the minority community.
113 nominations received on day one in Thoothukudi district
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One person, one gun: Govt moves further changes to Arms Amendment Bill
The further amendment to the Bill seeks to provide special status for sportspersons. 'Many suggestions were received. I have moved an official amendment in this regard also,' he said. The Bill was tabled in Lok Sabha on November 29.
MPs in RS demand hike in tea workers' wages, universal maternity benefits
Demanding the government protect goldsmiths, BJP leader Kailash Soni said traders of gold and silver are in distress due to "police harassment".
Polio returns to haunt Malaysia after almost 30 years
Malaysia has reported its first polio case in 27 years, health authorities said Sunday, announcing a three-month-old baby had been diagnosed on Borneo island.
Fintiri swears-in newly elected LG Chairmen in Adamawa
Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has sworn in 21 newly elected council chairmen in Adamawa. Speaking at the ceremony on Monday in Yola
Africa's Nobel Prize winners: A list
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Tuesday will receive the 2019 Nobel Prize for Peace for his "decisive initiative to resolve the border conflict with neighbouring Eritrea".
Police detain 2 FETÖ suspects on Turkey-Greece border
Turkish security forces apprehended two suspects with links to the Gülenist Terror Group (FETÖ) in northwestern Turkey's Edirne province Monday as the pair...
Man charged after bus crashes onto railway line near Galashiels station
One person was checked by an ambulance crew after the incident on Sunday night.
Trump warns Kim has 'everything' to lose through hostility
"Kim Jong Un is too smart and has far too much to lose, everything actually, if he acts in a hostile way," Trump tweeted in response to the unspecified test at the Sohae space launch center.
Mahila court awards life imprisonment to old man
Ramanathapuram The Fast Track Mahila Court has awarded life imprisonment to a 60-year-old man after convicting him on charges of murdering his wife, suspecting her fidelity. Holding that the prosecuti
Woman, 23, 'set on fire by neighbour after she fought off his rape attempt'
The victim is fighting for her life after she suffered 50 per cent burns when she was doused with kerosene and set alight at her home in Bihar in east India
Asaduddin Owaisi tears copy of Citizenship Bill in Parliament, says it tries to divide India
AIMIM president and MP Asaduddin Owaisi tore a copy of the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2019, in the Lok Sabha, saying that the Bill tries to divide the country.
Turkey joins Nobel ceremony boycott in protest against Handke
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Turkey said on Monday it would join Albania and Kosovo in boycotting the Nobel awards ceremony in protest against 2019 literature prize laureate Peter Handke, who has been criticized for backing late Serbian strongman Slobodan Milosevic.
Canadian Pacific crude train derails, causes fire in Saskatoon: media
(Reuters) - A Canadian Pacific Railway train hauling crude oil derailed west of Guernsey, Saskatoon, causing a fire at around midnight local time, the Global News reported on Monday.
North Korea insults Trump as 'heedless and erratic old man' as tension rises
Pyongyang responds to tweets on denuclearization and says ‘the time when we cannot but call him a ‘dotard’ again may come’
Boris Johnson, polarising leader focused on Brexit
Johnson's relaxed style and lack of attention to detail has led to accusations of incompetence
Telangana has become a haven for boozers: Aruna
Uncontrolled sale of liquor reason for growing crime against women: BJP leader
Chairmanship Tussle: Court directs Monarchs, Fayemi to seek alternative dispute resolution
An Ado-Ekiti High Court has advised parties to the suit challenging the appointment of the Alawe of Ilawe-Ekiti Oba Adebanji Alabi by Governor...
Number of victims of Odesa college fire grows to 12
Four people are still missing.
French far-left leader gets suspended jail term for shoving police
A French court on Monday handed a suspended jail term of three months to far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon over his conduct during a raid on his party offices last year, when he shoved a police officer and a prosecutor.
US Bill on Xinjiang violates international law, region's governor says
A recent US measure on Xinjiang is a severe violation of international law and gross interference in China's internal affairs, the governor of the ...
Large study: Smoking increases risk for gestational diabetes
Pregnant smokers at higher risk for gestational diabetes, Hebrew University study finds.
Sweden’s former China envoy charged over detained HK bookseller
Anna Lindstedt alleged to have held unauthorised negotiations with foreign power
China says Uighur Muslims in Xinjiang 'graduated'
People held in camps in China's Xinjiang region have now "graduated" and new trainees will have the freedom to come and go, the regional governor says.
This Day in History: Dec. 9
On this day, Dec. 9 … 1965: “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” the first animated TV special featuring characters from the “Peanuts” comic strip by Charles M. Schulz, premieres on CBS. Also on this day:
Senior North Korean official calls Donald Trump 'erratic old man'
It follows Trump making his own statement.
Orban wants bill to tighten grip over theatres
The ruling party of nationalist Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban submitted plans to parliament on Monday to tighten control over theatres, a decision - prompting protests from artists who see artistic freedom at risk, Reuters writes. The law says cul...
Hyderabad vet murder: Parents of accused rapists claim 2 of them were minors
Yes, I agree that my son committed a heinous offence, but the police cannot kill,” said Rajanna, Shiva's father.
Boris Johnson snatched away a reporter’s phone when he tried to show him a photo of a 4-year-old boy forced to lie on a hospital floor
LONDON – Boris Johnson snatched away a reporter’s phone after he challenged the prime minister to look at a picture of a 4-year-old boy who was forced to sleep on a hospital floor,
Zlatan Ibile excited as he hugs rapper Cardi B (photos)
Sensational rapper Zlatan Ibile flooded his official Instagram page with photos he took with the international rapper, Cardi B, during her time at a popular nightclub in Lagos.
Amit Shah introduces Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2019 in Lok Sabha amid uproar
“This bill is not even .001 per cent against minorities. It is against infiltrators,” said the Home Minister.
Macron positive after Zelenskiy's first face-to-face with Putin
A ceasefire and further prisoner swaps are among the items on the agenda at the summit in Paris.
China says people held in Xinjiang camps have 'graduated', condemns U.S. bill
BEIJING (Reuters) - People held in camps in China’s Xinjiang region have now “graduated” and new trainees will have the freedom to come and go, the regional governor said on Monday.
Will Finland Get World's Youngest Prime Minister?
If backed by the parliament and the president, Sanna Marin will become not only Finland's but the world's youngest prime minister, besting Ukraine's 35-year-old Oleksiy Honcharuk.
Yediyurappa-led BJP govt. safe in Karnataka as party sets to win 12 out of 15 bypoll seats
While the Congress managed to win two seats, the Janata Dal (Secular) drew a complete blank
Customs busts drug trafficking syndicate, seizes RM5m worth of ketamine
NILAI, Dec 9 — The Customs Department believes that an international drug trafficking syndicate has been crippled with the arrest of four men, including a local resident, in two separate raids in Selangor earlier this month. Customs deputy director-general (enforcement and compliance) Datuk Abdul...
Hyderabad rape-murder: Watch the CCTV footage that helped police solve crime
CCTV footage from near a toll plaza where a Hyderabad woman doctor was gang-raped was a crucial lead that helped the police identify the four men who brutalised the woman and later killed her.
Russia, Ukraine to revive peace process, exchange prisoners
President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Volodymyr Zelenskiy of Ukraine sat down together for the first time at the French presidential palace along with the leaders of France and Germany for talks focused on reviving a 2015 peace agreement for eastern Ukraine that has largely stalled.
Falana says Nigerian authorities offered Sowore ‘death warrant’ deal
The lead counsel to embattled former Nigerian presidential candidate and journalist Omoyele Sowore said that the Nigerian authorities reached out for a deal during Sowore’s first 45 days in detention. “They went to a court behind us and got an order to detain Sowore for 45 days to investigate his alleged terrorism,” Femi Falana said […]
French far-left leader sentenced to suspended prison term
PARIS (Reuters) - French far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon has been sentenced to a suspended three-months prison term and given a 8,000 euros fine for intimidating officials who were investigating him over possible funding irregularities, a Paris suburb court said on Monday.
Flashy Nairobi governor pleads not guilty to graft charges
Nairobi, Kenya | AFP | The flashy governor of Nairobi on Monday pleaded not guilty to over 30 charges of money laundering, receiving bribes and conflict of interest in a court appearance held under tight security. Governor Mike , the latest top official to be hauled in on corruption charges in Kenya, is accused of having …