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.

Huawei P40 's First Alleged Render Surfaces Online - Gizchina.com

While the Huawei P40 series is expected to come in March of next year, the new smartphone lineup could actually see the light of day earlier. Today a new..

Patterson Companies (NASDAQ:PDCO) PT Raised to $22.00

Patterson Companies (NASDAQ:PDCO) had its target price hoisted by Robert W. Baird from $19.00 to $22.00 in a research report report published on Friday, AnalystRatings.com reports. Robert W. Baird currently has a neutral rating on the stock. PDCO has been the subject of a number of other reports. Wolfe Research set a $17.00 target price […]

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

Ministers draw ire of Rajya Sabha Chairman for absence

Last week, Mr. Naidu had pulled up members for skipping meetings of the Parliamentary Standing Committees.

‘I hope it’s not a live volcano': Americans caught in deadly New Zealand eruption

An unexpected volcanic eruption in New Zealand has trapped dozens of tourists, including several Americans.

Andy Ruiz can never live down his failed approach to Joshua rematch

Anthony Joshua came into the rematch ready and in shape. Andy Ruiz failed in his preparation. There's much to learn from the Clash at the Dunes.

How Furniture Fuels AR And Other Retail Innovations

Retailers are turning to visual technologies and new business models to reach more consumers. What's next for the retail consumer experience for furniture?

Meizu is launching something on December 13 related to OMA - Gizmochina

Meizu, the Chinese smartphone brand, has been teasing its new products with puzzles since quite some time. Most of the times, netizens have been able to guess what product or feature the company is teasing. Today, the company has shared a new teaser image with words “OMA” written over the poster. It also confirms that …

Daily Deal: 48% off Wireless Sport Earphones

The 3.5mm headphone jack is surely being phased out, and wireless solutions are likely to increase in popularity as a result. But even if this wasn't the case, wireless headphones are a better fit for

Experts say cancer research is making more progress that people think

The focus on a “cure for cancer” is masking progress made in extending lifespan and making cancer manageable in the long-term.

Berlin Travel Festival 2020 will take place for the third time in succession

BERLIN – From 6 to 8 March 2020 the official partner event of ITB Berlin (4 to 8 March) will take place for the third time in succession. Taking as its slogan ‘Where is Paradise’ the festival targets visitors in search of adventure, with a new perspective on travel and who are looking for inspiration. Tickets are on sale now on the website. Why not take advantage of our Early Bird ticket prices which apply until 31 December 2019. At the

Timeline: SA's 6 beauty queens that have taken home the crown at the two biggest pageants

From Zozibini Tunzi in 2019 to Penelope Anne Coelen in 1958, here are the beauty queens who went on to win the titles of the two biggest pageants.

IDF Young leader launches Diabetes campaign

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'Twin Peaks VR' trailer offers a dive into David Lynch's mind

The trailer for 'Twin Peaks VR' is as strange and cryptic as the TV series.

‘No other survivors’ in New Zealand volcanic eruption tragedy on White Island

New Zealand police do not expect to find any more survivors of a volcanic eruption on White Island that killed at least five people.

Ghislaine Maxwell planning TV tell-all about Epstein scandal

Accused madam Ghislaine Maxwell is the latest in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal planning a major TV interview — in part to defend her disgraced pal Prince Andrew, according to a report Monday. The

Dennis seals 'dream move' to Team Ineos

World individual time trail champion Rohan Dennis has signed a deal with Team Ineos, the British cycling outfit announced.

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.

Former Leeds United defender hits out at on-loan Arsenal striker linked with Bristol City

Danny Mills said Eddie Nketiah has been the worst Leeds United player this season, with the on loan Arsenal striker rumoured to be nearing a recall from his spell with the Whites

Mahila mithra committees planned to check crime against women

Responsible citizens will be roped in for concerted action, says SP

We’ve crunched the numbers – nationalisation would be a bargain

Our research shows nationalisation would pay for itself in seven years, says David Hall, visiting professor at the University of Greenwich

Reader’s Voice: I Feel Like We Might Lose Nurkovic

Kaizer Chiefs fans are relishing in the rich goal-scoring form of Serbian hitman Samir Nurkovic. The striker’s lethal form is one of the many reasons why Amakhosi sit pretty atop the Absa Premiership standings. However, some fans fear that the lanky strik

After WADA's four-year doping ban, Russia set to miss 2020 Olympics

A spokesperson for WADA, whose executive committee is meeting in Lausanne, said: "The full list of recommendations have been unanimously accepted

Trans Adriatic Pipeline nearly completed, will be operational in October 2020, says official

Over 90% of the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP), the European leg of the Southern Gas Corridor (SGC), is completed and will start delivering Azerbaijani gas...

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.

Police investigate arson attack on caravans and portable loos

Two caravans destroyed in fire

Tighter climate rules seen erasing US$2.3 trln in firms’ value

Tighter government climate regulations by 2025 could wipe up to US$2.3 trillion off the value of companies in industries ranging from fossil fuel producers to agriculture and car makers, an investor group warned, Reuters reports. Any abrupt policy shifts risk severely disrupting current investment strategies, Principles of Responsible Investing (PRI), a group representing investors with…

New steps against scammers

Some of Canada's telephone providers are being called on by the country's telecom regulator to add to their arsenals in the battle against phone scammers.

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

Penny Lancaster forced to Google Rod Stewart's age after mixing him up with her dad

Loose Women star Penny Lancaster was joined by husband Rod Stewart on the show on Monday, but things got pretty awkward

‘I Am Jesus Christ’ Is the Ultimate God Game

There have been plenty of video games based on the Bible. Most of them are bad, sometimes hilariously so. Religion has inspired some of history’s greatest works of art. But so far video […]

Venky Mama is a very emotional film: S Thaman

Music director S Thaman on upcoming project Venky Mama and composing retro songs. Venky Mama stars Venkatesh, Naga Chaitanya, Raashi Khanna and Payal Rajput among others.

MLB Winter Meetings 2019 dates, trade rumors, top free agents available

Hopefully, the 2019 Winter Meetings will prove more exciting than the 2018 installment. Here's all you need to know about this year's event in San Diego, including updated trade rumors and free agent news.

Uber driver caught watching porn on the Motorway by police

The driver was caught on the hard shoulder

From moving to New York to starting a new job - 4 ways Zozibini's life will change now that she's Miss Universe

The beauty queen's life is forever changed, and the next year especially will be a whirl-wind experience as she moves to a new city and takes on all the duties that come with the crown.

'It's all down to sheer laziness' - Your opinions on parking chaos outside Stanley School in Blackpool

Blackpool Council has drafted in civil enforcement officers to patrol outside Stanley Primary School on Wordsworth Avenue, Marton due to ‘illegal and inconsiderate’ parking at school drop-off and pick-up times.

Opioid relapse is more likely when risks seem OK

Tolerance for risk may indicate a higher chance for relapse among people getting treatment for opioid addiction, research finds.

Telford Tigers hold nerve to net tight win

Telford Tigers held their nerve to claim the NIHL National League spoils against Peterborough Phantoms last night.

Patriots vs. Chiefs final score: Kansas City builds lead early, holds on for tight win

Sporting News had live scoring updates and highlights from a potential AFC playoff preview in Week 14.

Lizzo Heads To Southern University For "Good As Hell" Video

Stream Lizzo's new video. Lizzo may have released her 'Good As Hell' track back in 2016 but she's here again to show love it to the single with a tasteful Alan Ferguson-directed video. The Cuz I Love You singer paid a visit to Southern University to perform with the school's talented band that backe...

Magic Leap One developer slams the product – “An absolute nightmare.”

The Magic Leap One is not selling well, and now we know why. A Magic Leap developer has slated the product as unstable and "an absolute nightmare"

I Am Jesus Christ is a “realistic” simulator game that will allow you to Feed the poor, heal the sick and banish Satan

There’s been no shortage of video games starring the Super-Messiah over the years (And a disgusting lack of games starring that other fella Brian who is not the Messiah but a very naughty boy), but…

Music review: RSNO, John Mauceri and Alan Cumming (narrator), Usher Hall, Edinburgh

It was The Nutcracker, all right, but not as anybody knew it. Except conductor John Mauceri, whose brainchild The Nutcracker and the Mouse King was, and who conducted the world premiere performance with the RSNO and one Alan Cumming as narrator.

FableStreet raises ₹21 crore in Series A led by Fireside Ventures

FableStreet, a premium work wear brand for women, has raised ₹21 crore in Series A led by Fireside Ventures.Industry honchos, including Pradeep Parameswaran, President for Uber India and South Asia; D

Tiny phones hidden in Nike sneakers intercepted at Oklahoma detention facility

An Oklahoma inmate’s special Christmas delivery was thwarted last week after prison staff intercepted an early – and illegal – holiday gift: a pair of Nike shoes with six mini cellphones hidden inside a secret cavity.

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. 

Tabu’s Picture With Mira Nair During Lucknow Shoot Of ‘A Suitable Boy’ Goes Viral

Mira Nair took to Twitter to share a picture with Tabu, taken on the last day of Lucknow schedule of A Suitable Boy. Mira Nair and Tabu are seen sitting on a cart, having a good laugh together along with two more members from the movie crew.

Pakistani Analyst Hints at Ninja Turtles on Country’s Political Scene, Gets Trolled

New Delhi (Sputnik): Pakistani analyst Shahid Masood Khan has brought up the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles while discussing the political scene in the country. Masood Khan is a Pakistani columnist and political analyst.

Jamie Foxx Reunites With Ex Kristin Grannis & Daughter, 11, For Family Outing At NFL Game — Pic

Jamie Foxx reunited with his ex, Kristin Grannis and his 11-year-old daughter, Annalise, at a recent NFL game.

‘Property Brothers’ Star Drew Scott And Wife Linda Phan Live In A Christmas Wonderland

This Property Brothers knew exactly how to turn his property into a Christmas wonderland. Drew Scott and his wife Linda Phan took Christmas to a whole new level this year as they gave their house a complete makeover for the holiday season. On a new HGTV Canada special called "Outrageous Holiday Houses", the couple revealed…

Could Obesity Alter a Child's Brain Structure?

Overweight and obese children tend to have a thinner prefrontal cortex, a part of the brain associated with decision-making and problem-solving.

The Elder Scrolls: Legends has played its final hand

In a post on Legends’ official subreddit, Bethesda has confirmed it will stop rolling out new content releases for its strategy card game.

Binotto: Rivals used cheating accusations "to put us under pressure"

Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto thinks the accusations of his team cheating around the United States Grand Prix was a mere ploy to increase the pressure on the Italian side.

Drake On Juice Wrld’s Death: 'I Would Like To See All The Younger Talent Live Longer'

The Chi-Town native had just celebrated his 21st birthday on December 2.

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.

How corruption and populist politics weigh down Delhi's infrastructure

The first of a five-part series takes stock of Delhi, the power centre and cultural melting pot of India, to find that it needs an overhaul

Mellon: Referee 'bottled' Tranmere penalty shouts in Accrington Stanley stalemate

The Rovers boss has hit out at the officials after Saturday's 1-1 draw

Crisis Showrunner Explains Why [SPOILER] Died So Early

Showrunners from the Arrowverse explained the decision to kill off that key character in the first episode of Crisis on Infinite Earths.

CEO hacked employee’s phone and downloaded ‘intimate’ images

WRC awards ex-worker with fashion firm €94,000 for sexual harassment and unfair dismissal

After Earnings, Watch for Workday Stock to Strike $168.50

Workday stock lean bearish on the charts. Its valuation is a little rich, particularly amid this earnings report. What's up with WDAY stock?

AWS Wavelength: The Cloud Comes to Your 5G Network

What is AWS Wavelength? One of the most-hyped announcements at Re:Invent 2019, AWS Wavelength is a bid to bring the cloud right to the telco edge. But...

Republicans Brought the Perfect Sign to Monday's Impeachment Hearing

"The author of the Schiff Report is not here," House Judiciary Committee ranking member Doug Collins (R-GA) observed at Monday morning's public impeachment hearing against President Trump.

RADA warns farmers about beet armyworm increase arising from rainfall

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is reporting that recent rains have triggered an increase in the pest population of the beet armyworm. RADA says the downpours have facilitated increased plant growth such as...

Price hike: Spotty banana duct-taped to a wall now costs US$150,000

3D-printed cocktails, a traffic jam sculpture made of hundreds of tons of sand and more celebrity sightings than a Kardashian Christmas party were all part of over-the-top festivities during the week of Art Basel Miami, but it was a banana that stole the show.

Global warming is robbing world’s oceans of oxygen

The amount of oxygen in the world's oceans decreased by 2 percent between 1960 and 2010 and is expected to go down by a further 3-4 percent by the year 2100 as a result of global warming, something that will have an effect on habitats and the coastal economies that depend on them.

Steve Bruce has taken Newcastle United to the 'next level' - according to former Magpies' defender

Steven Caldwell believes Steve Bruce has built upon Rafa Benitez's legacy at Newcastle United

China to replace all foreign hardware and software at government and public institutions by 2022

Among several developments in the US-China trade war has been the latter's push to make itself technologically independent of the US semiconductor industry. A major step in this direction is an order passed by the Chinese Communist Party, to push…

Lender Amigo's chief executive quits after less than five months in charge

The chief executive of high interest rate lender Amigo, Hamish Paton, has resigned this morning after less than five months in the job.

Star Wars' Kathleen Kennedy On The Long Road To Ending The Skywalkers' Story

Before Star Wars belonged to Disney, it belonged to Kathleen Kennedy. George Lucas himself picked the legendary producer to run his beloved namesake, Lucasfilm, before Mickey Mouse swooped in and bought it all up. And at that time the plan was always this: A new trilogy of films, which ends later this month in Star...

Pensioner, 81, uncovered a Napoleonic sword in the same spot where he buried it as an 11-year-old because he was too afraid to take it back to his care home after discovering it in the woods

Peter Pike, 81, who grew up in a care home in Newton Abbot, first came across the mystery weapon in a scabbard while playing with friends in the woods.

Data watchdog raps EU asylum body for snooping

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

Mary Winston leads Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. and its 60,000 associates as interim CEO

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. an American chain of domestic merchandise retail stores operating in Puerto Rico, Canada, and Mexico has settled on Mary Winston as its interim Chief Executive. Founded in 1971, Bed Bath & Beyond – part of the S&P 500 and Global 1200 Indices – is hopeful Ms. Winston will lead them...

Leicester surges up EPL table with eighth straight victory

A club-record eighth successive Premier League victory for Leicester. An eighth straight game scoring for Jamie Vardy. Leicester has rolled the clock back

Minet Wins Insurance Brokerage of the Year Award

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - Insurance brokerage firm, Minet Kenya has been voted the Best Insurance Brokerage Company of the year for 2019 at this year’s Think Business Insurance awards. The firm was also awarded the

COP 25: India calls for speedier expansion of international solar alliance

Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar said there was a need to speed up this alliance to trap solar energy in a big way

This render of a droptop Supra is drop-dead gorgeous

Digital artist Jonsibal reveals his take on a convertible A90 Supra

PMI: Nigeria’s manufacturing sector gains momentum in November 

Nigeria’s manufacturing sector has continued to gain momentum as it rallied to build on the growth recorded in the third quarter of 2019.

FBI: Pensacola base shooting 'act of terror'

The motive behind a 21-year-old gunman's attack on Naval Air Station Pensacola still remains undetermined, but the FBI is treating it as an act of terror, a member of the agency said.

Community spirit praised as team effort finds missing Shropshire pensioner

A "true community spirit" helped police and members of the public find an 80-year-old Shropshire woman who went missing and suffered a fall.

What’s driving capital market developments in South Africa and Namibia? - CityAM

South Africa - the second-largest economy in Africa after Nigeria - has considerably higher GDP than its sub-Saharan neighbours.

'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

Jury finds in favour of Elon Musk in 'pedo guy' Twitter case

Apparently if you own a spaceship, you can accuse people of child abuse

Anthony Joshua says he lost first fight to Andy Ruiz because of health issues

British professional boxer Anthony Joshua has claimed that health issues contributed to his first ever defeat in boxing which came against Andy Ruiz in New York.

A new generation ain’t afraid of no ghosts in Ghostbusters: Afterlife trailer

"Call it fate. Call it luck. Call it karma. I believe everything happens for a reason."

The Witcher showrunner's original Netflix pitch had Ciri as the protagonist

Inspired by a book where she's hanging out in Camelot.

New battery circuitry could give 2020 iPhones more space for actual battery

Apple's 2020 iPhone might get larger batteries if a claimed change in circuitry can open up additional space inside.

‘Boy Meets World’ Star Maitland Ward Celebrates Earning 1 Million Instagram Followers In Electric Blue Dress

Maitland Ward hit a huge Instagram milestone over the weekend, hitting over 1 million followers. The former Boy Meets World star celebrated the accomplishment with a set of sexy new photos, which she ...

Bigg Boss 13: Rani Mukerji Is Upset With Salman Khan For Breaking A BIG Promise! Read To Know

Bigg Boss 13 is one of the biggest shows on television right now. Contestants like Rashami Desai, Asim Riaz, Sidharth Shukla, Paras Chhabra have been headlining the news for one thing or another every

Ghostbusters: Afterlife trailer reveals a surprisingly classy 2020 sequel

Ghostbusters: Afterlife comes from director Jason Reitman, son of Ivan Reitman, the movies' original director.

How Netflix uses psychology to perfect their customer experience

If there’s a company that’s synonymous with seamless customer experience, it’s Netflix. It has become the defacto entertainment source for many. So much so that 15 percent of the world’s web traffic goes to Netflix. But when your experience is industry-leading, how do you evolve it without disappointing customers? The answer lies in experimentation, built on proven […]

Barca To Discuss Deal For Potential Suarez Replacement?

With Luis Suarez having admitted FC Barcelona should look to sign another striker, it has now been reported that the club could discuss a deal with a certain forward's agents this week.

Google's new depth feature makes its AR experiences more realistic

Seeing virtual objects behind real-world ones makes them more lifelike.

John Kiely: Video Assistance Would Be 'Very Positive Move' For GAA

Limerick manager John Kiely believes the introduction of video assistance into GAA would be a "very positive move" for the games. 

ABB (NYSE:ABB) Receives New Coverage from Analysts at Barclays

Research analysts at Barclays assumed coverage on shares of ABB (NYSE:ABB) in a research report issued on Monday, BenzingaRatingsTable reports. The firm set an “overweight” rating on the industrial products company’s stock. ABB has been the subject of a number of other reports. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reiterated a “sell” rating on shares of ABB […]

2019 Science Forum shines spotlight on local tech

The science and innovation ministry wraps up 5th Science Forum, which focused on taking local innovations to market.

China to remove foreign tech from government offices amid US trade war

The policy — which reportedly affects both hardware and software — could strike a big blow to American tech companies such as Microsoft, HP and Dell.

Pete Buttigieg asked if taking big money out of politics includes not taking money from billionaires, he responds: 'No'

Pete Buttigieg implied that he would take money off billionaires and closed-door fundraisers during a terse exchange with a student activist, amid growing criticism of the Democratic candidate’s fundraising strategy.The 2020 presidential candidate has come under scrutiny for his decision to take money

Rick and Morty Recap: Bros Rescue Dragons

Morty makes a simple deal with Rick, which gets decidedly more complicated once a vindictive wizard enters the picture. A recap of “Claw and Hoarder: Special Ricktim’s Morty,” episode four of season four of “Rick and Morty” on Adult Swim.

Apple reveals new Mac Pro (2019) and Pro Display XDR release date as December 10

Via an email to interested users, Apple has confirmed that its latest premium hardware devices will launch in the coming days.

Controversial Company at the Centre of Sonko's Woes

As the flamboyant county head unleashed his battery of 12 lawyers, the controversial company behind his woes has been revealed as...

Madison Refugee Union, Jewish Social Services rally for refugee resettlement

The Madison Refugee Union and Jewish Social Services rallied at the Capitol on Sunday to spread awareness of the refugees resettling in the city.

SEA Games a golden revival for Jinq En

NEW CLARK CITY, Dec 9 — Winning two golds and one bronze at the 30th SEA Games here was a revival of sorts for the sporting career of national women’s elite swimmer Phee Jinq En. The 18-year-old said she was happy with her achievement as she had failed to show any improvement in international...

Emmerdale viewers confused as Arthur bullies Archie in front of Laurel and Jai

Laurel and Jai are oblivious to what Arthur's doing

Delingpole: Britain’s Political Class Has Surrendered to the Green Blob

The entirety of Britain's political class, left and right, has surrendered to the Green Blob. Why do the Tories pander to the enemy like this?

Bamber Bridge man admits having indecent images of children

A man is facing a custodial sentence after admitting making and distributing indecent images of children.

Hyderabad: Congress leader’s son held for possessing drugs, cops say ‘had them delivered by speed post’

The accused was identified as Kathi Chanakya, son of Congress leader Kathi Venkataswamy, who is the party's national coordinator of OBC department and in-charge of the OBC cell in North East India. Venkataswamy said the arrest was a 'conspiracy to malign his image'.

Hundreds spend the night in sleeping bags on Times Square

Jim O’Shea and Dan Niland sat atop a bright blue mat inside a secured pedestrian plaza in Times Square on Saturday, playing cards as they prepared for the night ahead.

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis discusses top bank accounts for children

Martin also told parents which method not to bother with

Get this UNMISSABLE Amazon Instant Pot Christmas gift deal NOW as it ends TODAY

Amazon Instant Pot deals like this are rare, so bag it now before it sells out — it is the ideal Christmas gift

Sask. syphilis outbreak continues as doctors struggle to find patients

Khan said he's worried by a newer trend driving syphilis infections: sex fuelled by crystal meth. 

Okello sensational brace downs Somalia

KAMPALA, Uganda, Dec 9 - Allan Okello struck a sensational brace as hosts Uganda beat a stubborn Somalia 2-0 at the Lugogo Complex on Monday evening to Get the latest local and international sports updates, football, rugby, athletics, golf, cricket and more

South Korea Financial Markets

Stock markets weakened during European trading on Monday as investors weighed the possibility of more U.S. tariffs on China and the outlook for negotiations on the trade dispute. A Chinese official said that Beijing wants a prompt settlement of its trade war with Washington as another U.S. tariff hike

Asian markets subdued ahead of key US-China tariff deadline

Asian stocks edged up on Monday following surprisingly strong US jobs data, but gains were subdued amid concerns over the [...]

USD/JPY drops to fresh five-day lows below 108.50

After losing its momentum ahead of the 110 handle at the start of the previous week, the USD/JPY pair reversed its course and closed with a weekly los

Powercor report advocates for eight-fold increase of ageing wooden pole replacements

Powercor report advocates for eight-fold increase of ageing wooden pole replacements.

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…

NZD/USD consolidates last week's gains, trades above mid-0.65s

The NZD/USD pair registered one of its largest weekly percentage gains last week as it added more than 140 pips to close at 0.6563. However, with inve

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

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

Great British Bamboo invasion: Gardeners urged NOT to grow the marauding oriental plant as it invades neighbours' land and threatens house foundations

The persistent plant, favoured by pandas and conjuring up images of idyllic gardens, led to one gardener in Reading having to excavate the entire garden to get rid of it.

Yoga, holistic therapy sessions and posture workshops offered to States police to improve wellbeing

YOGA, holistic therapy sessions and ‘posture’ workshops have all been offered to police officers and staff as part of a drive to improve wellbeing.

Uzhgorod stabbing: One serviceman injured

The conflict sparked between the military at a local army base.

Bankrupt PG&E to take $4.9 billion more charge on wildfire victim claims

(Reuters) - PG&E Corp said www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/75488/000095015719001393/form8-k.htm on Monday it would take a pretax charge of $4.9 billion in the current quarter related to the settlement of claims from victims of some of most devastating wildfires in California's modern history.

Lawyer Asks Racists To Use Sketchy Millions They Got From UNC To Fund Scholarships For Black Students To Avoid Lawsuit For Bogus Takedown

Last week we wrote about the sketchy, sketchy deal in which UNC gave some racists $2.5 million to settle a lawsuit that was filed after...

It may not be HQ2 but AOC declares victory and trolls Amazon over New York expansion

Can we call it HQ1/2?

Autohub opens first Ssangyong-Changan dealership in Metro Manila

Visit the new Ssangyong-Changan Otis dealership operated by Autohub Group located in Manila

The Phantom Metric: What Really Drives U.S. Equity Valuations?

Investors continue to question whether US equity valuations are too high, particularly for growth companies and versus other global markets.The risk premium is a good gauge of market sentiment.Valuati

Here’s How the US-China Trade War is Helping JD.com Stock Bulls, Bears

Don’t attempt to trade volatile and varied headlines, invest your trust in a powerful trade war pattern setting up on the price chart of JD.com.

Johnson's Brexit fight and NHS waiting times 'cover up' lead the papers

The future of Brexit and last-ditch voting drives for the leaders of the major parties dominate the front pages of most of the nation’s newspapers to kick-off election week. The Daily Mail and The Daily Telegraph lead off with Boris Johnson’s rallying cry to Leave voters ahead of Thursday’s election.

Hotels and restaurants in East of England 'at heightened risk of insolvency'

The East of England's agricultural sector is healthier than most other parts of the UK - but construction, hotel and restaurant businesses are at heightened risk, a report suggests.

Minister Senzo Mchunu announces massive cuts to ministers' perks, expenditure | IOL News

Public service and administration minister Senzo Mchunu announced wide amendments to the ministerial handbook.

OZY Media sees "exponential growth" from MENA in entertainment, media

Mubasher: The global media pioneering company, OZY Media, said it will increase its focus on the entertainment and media industry across the MENA region.

Ex-Governor Tries To Silence A Critic With A Bar Complaint; Gains Critic 70,000+ New Twitter Followers

The whitest boy on the beach, former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee, has decided to bring his beach-grabbing exploits to the attention...

Best Ethernet switches, Hubs & Splitters 2019

Run out of ports on your router? An Ethernet hub is an inexpensive way to add more, and here are the models to buy.

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.

Crypto Payments Now Legal in Ukraine

Lawmakers in Ukraine have adopted new legislation that legalizes crypto payments as the country moves forward with strict compliance to international

A new children's book based on Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos aims to inspire kids to 'dare to dream big without being afraid to fail'

He might no longer be the richest person in the world, but Jeff Bezos can at least brag that he’s the subject of a children’s book.

Oman vs Dubai: How does the cost of living compare?

Oman and Dubai may offer very different experiences

Who Is Barry Berke? Judiciary Committee’s Lawyer Will Present Impeachment Case

A New York defense lawyer working for House Democrats, Mr. Berke has been an architect of their impeachment inquiry.

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. […]

Project and system

There are two ways of seeing order in the world: as a spontaneous system or as an intentional project. Which way lies freedom?

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.

U.S. Dollar Czar: “No Need” for Fed Issuing Digital Dollar in Next 5 Years

In recent weeks, there has been growing talk among influential U.S. figures concerning the prospects of "digitizing" the dollar via blockchain technology.

Wages killer: Skilled visa pay crashes below Aussie average

In the years leading up to the May federal election, the Morrison Government and its supporters used Australian Taxation Office (ATO) data to lobby against Labor’s policy changes to negative gearing, claiming that those earning $80,000 were ‘middle-income earners’.

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'.

Lies, damn lies and superannuation

It’s fair to say that Industry Super Australia (ISA) has a vested interest in raising the superannuation guarantee (SG) from the current 9.5% to 12%, since this would result in more funds under management to ‘clip-the-ticket’ on, and more fee revenue.

Subscription Services Top Santa’s 2020 Gift List

Recurly discusses the newer trend, reflected in Cyber Monday data, among consumers to give the gift of subscription services during the holiday season.

Study highlights benefits of Medicaid expansion for Michigan enrollees

When the state of Michigan expanded its Medicaid program to provide health coverage to more low-income residents, its leaders built special features into the plan, different from most states.

A2 Milk wanted a change agent but was rattled by Hrdlicka's speed

The sudden departure of a2 milk chief executive Jayne Hrdlicka has shocked investors but the discord between her and the board rendered the CEO continuing in the job impossible.

Heavy traffic faced motorists in Bristol this morning - this was why

Emergency roadworks were party to blame

Rock collapse at gold mine in South Africa kills four workers

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

Countdown to 2020 with Silent Disco at Empress Lawn

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the endless list of NYE countdown parties, but Silent Disco Asia at the Marina Bay Countdown 2020 might be the perfect one for the discerning party people Expect a madly fun night of genre-bending music, dancing,...

Investors Should Buy Amazon Stock While It Keeps Treading Water

Worries about Amazon's declining AWS growth and rising content spending appear to be overblown. Amazon stock has got plenty of life in it.

CBN: Unconventional monetary policies needed to grow and diversify the economy  

The CBN has disclosed that the need to grow and diversify the country’s economy led to the adoption of its unconventional monetary policy.  

UDAN 4.0: Govt invites bids for airports in Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep

The list of water aerodromes up for bidding in Andaman & Nicobar are Hutbay, Long Island, Neil Island and Havelock, while Minicoy and Kavaratti are in Lakshadweep

10 of 31 local authorities publish political donations given to councillors

Fingal and South Dublin County Councils are the most transparent in the country, while Kerry and Westmeath are the worst performing.

Tougher financial accountability rules come into force in UK

Asset managers, independent financial advisers and hedge fund managers are lable for bans or nines

Exclusive: Hyundai's $1.8 billion shipbuilding deal with Daewoo faces full EU probe - sources

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - World No. 1 shipbuilding group Hyundai Heavy Industries Holdings Co Ltd’s (267250.KS) $1.8 billion merger with rival shipbuilder Daewoo (042660.KS) will face a full-scale investigation in Europe due to serious EU antitrust concerns, two people familiar with the matter said on Monday. 

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

Princess Margaret's Love Affair with the Island of Mustique

On Mustique, the Princess could be wild and unrestrained—and truly herself.

RM164m monsoon aid allocation to be distributed to rubber smallholders, tappers

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — An allocation of RM164 million will be distributed to 274,639 rubber smallholders comprising 255,997 business owners and 18,642 rubber tappers through the 2019 Monsoon Season Aid programme. According to Economic Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali, aid of RM600 per...

Hayne is the green harbinger of more red tape

Corporate Australia and unelected regulators are a big problem for the Morrison government's ambitions to free the economy.

Wartime love story: Donetsk woman meets man from Right Sector unit

Viktoria and Anatoly Kotelenets have told UNIAN their story of love during wartime that strives among the ongoing hostilities. When the two met, "Romeo" was a fighter with the "Right Sector group, while "Juliet" was a Donetsk native.

Alta Fox Opportunities Fund - Keywords Studios PLC

KWS was the biggest loser in the portfolio in Q3.The stock declined because of Q3 results, which were deemed disappointing by the market.We remain long as I think the company is well positioned for se

Human rights abusers to face future EU blacklists

Human rights abusers worldwide will, in future, face EU asset freezes and travel bans under new-model sanctions agreed by foreign ministers in Brussels.

4 not so Popular Ski Runs in Bulgaria

The winter sports season is already in full swing and we are sure that many of you are eager to get into the snowy adventures. We decided to pick some not so popular places for you to practice winter sports.

Study points to Aussie tooth decay issues

A new study has revealed high rates of untreated tooth decay among Australian adults.

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...

Airtel scraps expiry dates on data, voice as subscriber numbers continue to grow

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - Airtel Kenya has launched no expiry data and call rates that will allow customers to spend as low as 1 bob for 5MB data and to make calls at 2bob

Eagles’ Miles Sanders rapidly approaching these notable franchise rookie records

PHILADELPHIA -- Miles Sanders’ first season with the Eagles could set a new bar for all future rookie playmakers who arrive in Philadelphia after him.

NEW DATA: Behind The Consumer’s Surging Interest In Mobile Card Apps

The Bridging The Gap: Mobile Card App Adoption Report examines how consumers are turning to smartphone apps and features to track and manage their account use.

Indoor cycling guide: how to get started training indoors

Whether you want to grab Strava KOMs or get fit for a sportive, indoor training is the best way to pedal like a pro

At $1.6 trn a day, EM currency trading outpaces peers, rupee deals double

In early 2016, emerging-market currencies began a two-year rally that took MSCI Inc.'s gauge to a record as investors sought higher-yielding assets

Review: Adam Lambert releases outstanding version of Cher's 'Believe' 

International pop music star Adam Lambert released his stunning version of Cher's

Vistara signs codeshare agreement with Lufthansa, 6th with overseas airline

As part of the agreement, Lufthansa will add its 'LH' designator code to nearly 18 Vistara-operated flights every day covering ten Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai

‘Who’s going to make the first move?’: Canada not alone in the Huawei dilemma

Nations around the world seek direction on whether to allow the Chinese company’s equipment into 5G networks

Kartik Aaryan Gets Trolled For Sporting Fake Abs In A Commercial; Check Out The Users’ Reactions

Kartik Aaryan has been through a huge makeover ever since he became a household name as a Punchnama boy. He surprised everyone with Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety through a transformation of being a chocolate

VladTV's Biggest Interviews of 2019

2019 has been a major year for VladTV. With almost 200 interviews being filmed, the fight for the top spots was competitive. We interviewed r...

Pastor Samuel Green, the little-known but key Underground Railroad figure who helped Harriet Tubman

By day, he was a pastor of a church but by night, he was part of a secret network that helped slaves escaped to freedom. The Reverend Samuel Green, a farmer and a Methodist preacher, was also a key Underground Railroad agent active in Dorchester County, Maryland in the 1850s. In the course of time,...

Bruce Willis and Demi Moore’s 3 Daughters Grew Up to Become the Spitting Images of Their Parents

Bruce Willis and Demi Moore were 2 of the world’s brightest Hollywood actors in the 1980s and 1990s. Willis, a role model of masculinity, and Moore, sex symbol of several generations, were once a beautiful couple, today they are still good friends who are raising 3 beautiful daughters together — Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah. And they all look exactly like Demi and Bruce combined!

Owner of £3,000,000 flat sues developer because it didn't have broadband

He wants £100,000 compensation for 'about 1,000 days' of low-tech misery.

SA’s planned online porn block met with stiff resistance

The Internet Service Providers’ Association has criticised a proposal by the Law Reform Commission to require ISPs to block adult Web content, saying similar efforts have not worked elsewhere in the world.

Kingdom calls on Japan to increase number of direct flights to Siem Reap, Phnom Penh

Cambodia is requesting Japan to increase the number of direct flights from Japanese cities and provinces to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, so as to contribute to increasing cooperation and tourist numbers between the two countries.

East Kilbride Clintons store saved from pre-Christmas collapse

The chain has bought itself out of administration saving 2500 jobs nationwide.

Super Size Me creator Morgan Spurlock is about to ruin chicken for you forever

A food revolution is coming, and it's coming one chicken sandwich at a time.

Box Office – Jumanji: The Next Level Scores Biggest December Opening of All Time in Malaysia

Remember when Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle made so much money in Malaysia that Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson actually thanked us on Instagram for it? Well, it looks like Rocky might be whipping his phone out again

Body pulled from water in Dalmuir Park near Clydebank as Cops lock down area

THE body of a man has been found in Dalmuir Park. Police have confirmed that the body was found in water in the Clydebank park this morning. A spokesperson from the cops said: “Police Scotlan…

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

Man 'booted the s**t' out of car causing thousands of pounds worth of damage

Alison Brown said that the drivers side handle had been ripped off and all of the panels of the car had been kicked in as well

General Election seats to watch: Wales

There are opportunities – and risks – for all parties on December 12.

Nine-year-old girl in hospital after being hit by car in Plymouth

The crash happened on Haye Road in Elburton

Earl of Yarmouth and his wife who were 'evicted' from the family's £85million estate by his aunt and parents reveals he 'regrets' the bitter row because his siblings are no longer speaking to him

The Earl and Countess of Yarmouth have defended their decision to speak out against his family, after claiming they evicted him following a fallout in the summer.

​​​​​​​Learning the right lessons from the onion crisis

Political parties that slam central governments on high prices for consumers/low prices for farmers will do zilch about getting their state governments to implement these reforms.

Arsenal Vs West Ham: Time to ring the changes

Arsenal travel to West Ham United on Monday night. With their season almost over already, it is time for Freddie Ljungberg to ring the changes. At this sta...

If 1998 Impeachment Backfired on Republicans, Expect a Bloodbath For Dems In 2020

Remember when Democrats admitted that a partisan impeachment would be a disaster for the country?

EU and African banks sign $120 million climate action facility

The EIB and the TDB have signed a deal to fund sustainable energy projects over the next 15 years.

‘Make public draft law on Sabarimala’

All India Sabarimala Action Council threatens to approach Centre

UNILORIN, firm sign 21-year land lease agreement

The MOU was signed by Mr Indimi and Vice-Chancellor of UNILORIN, Jubril Oyelekan, at the Maiduguri office of OER Farm Ltd last week.

Marriage Story and The Irishman deserve awards love, but no Greta Gerwig is heart-sinking

The all-male directors nomination list is dismaying in an awards announcement that has done well by the wonderful Marriage Story

NBA roundup: Anthony Davis drops 50, Lakers beat Wolves

Anthony Davis scored a season-high 50 points, sparking the Los Angeles Lakers to a 142-125 victory over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night.

Sen. Rick Scott Pens Letter Warning of Chinese Influence on Campus | Breitbart

Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) penned a letter last week to Florida's public universities to warn them of Chinese government efforts to undermine free expression on American college campuses.

Meralco bills go up this month

ELECTRIC consumers will pay again higher electricity bills this December as the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) will implement a power rate increase.

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,...

Man captured on video killing jumbo arraigned

Prosecutor requests court to deny the suspect cash bail.

Karnataka Bypoll Results 2019 Live: Big win for Yediyurappa, BJP sweeps 12 of 15 seats

Karnataka Bypoll Results Today Live Updates: The BJP has taken lead in 12 seats while the Congress is ahead on two seats.

Siptu and Unite members in Virgin Media vote to take industrial action

Virgin Media said it has not received any notification from the unions.

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.

WWE News: Alexa Bliss slaps Superstar after he shows up at her house shirtless (VIDEO)

Do not get on Alexa Bliss' bad side! #WWE #NXT

ED’s homeboys..Machete terrorists enjoy Mnangagwa protection: Goreraza

If I was the President, there would not be a single Mushurugwi breathing right now. I would have ordered that they not

SoCal weather: Rain ending, Monday morning commute should be dry

The storm system that slammed Southern California moved out of the area by Monday morning, bringing sunshine and seasonable temperatures after several days of rain and snow.

Water wars escalate as Victoria slams Murray-Darling power shift

Victorian Water Minister Lisa Neville has criticised plans for the Murray-Darling inspector-general's role, ahead of a crunch meeting next week.

How to watch Jingle All The Way

Jingle All The Way is a classic Arnie film that's ideal for a family film time in the run-up to Christmas. Here's how to watch Jingle All The Way online or on any mobile device

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.

Anti-Citizenship Amendment Bill strike, protests disrupt life in Tripura

Situation peaceful and several protesters arrested, police said

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

Crisis: Supergirl Reveals What Gives Her Hope in Powerful Speech

As the Crisis on Infinite Earths began to overwhelm every corner of the Arrowverse, Supergirl told Superman what really keeps her going.

Play as Snoop Dogg in NHL 20 on PS4 with Latest Free Update

Items, commentary, and more

Algorithm to complete Beethoven's unfinished symphony

Musician and software developers have created an algorithm that will take over where Beethoven left off.

President Akufo-Addo attends ACP summit in Nairobi, Kenya

news, story, article

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.

Arsenal: Central midfield is where everything starts

Arsenal have many problems on the pitch. Subsequently, there are many changes that need to be made, but it all starts with the central midfield. It would b...

Does Joker Deserve Its Golden Globe Nominations?

Joker received four Golden Globe nominations, but does it really deserve all of them? Here's the ones it did and didn't warrant.

Rajya Sabha Chairman Venkaiah Naidu writes to party chiefs on absenteeism

‘Mechanism should be instituted for monitoring of attendance’

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.

Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz: 5 life lessons to learn from rematch

Anthony Joshua finally overcame the midnight ghost of Andy Ruiz Jr, after reclaiming his WBO, WBC and IBF heavyweight titles in Saudi Arabia. The Nigerian-born British fighter is now a two-time heavyweight champion.

Apple to fix 16-inch MacBook Pro ‘popping sound’ issue

The tech giant says the popping sound coming from the speakers of the new 16-inch MacBook Pro is a software issue, according to a memo obtained by MacRumors.

Energy treaty 'undermines success of Green Deal'

Over 250 civil society organisations and trade unions say that the Energy Charter Treaty is incompatible with the Paris Climate Agreement and the new Green Deal - becoming an obstacle to the clean-energy transition.

Here Is How Much Cardi B Pocketed After Performance In Ghana, Nigeria

According to a report by Africa Facts Zone, US rapper Cardi B who performed in Nigeria and Ghana in a spate of 72-hours took home a whopping $1.8M. She took $1M for her Nigeria performance and $800,000 for her show in Accra which was preceded and plagued with much drama last night. Cardi B was […]

Stitt to speak at OSU graduation Saturday

Gov. Kevin Stitt will speak to roughly 1,800 fall graduates.

'Absolute tragedy' - one women dead and another hospitalised after swimmers got into difficulty off Antrim beach

A WOMAN has died and another is in hospital after a group of swimmers got into difficulty off Ballycastle beach, Co Antrim this morning.

Upon Further Review: Hunter, Vikings lull Detroit to sleep

What we learned from the Minnesota Vikings’ 20-7 win over Detroit.

Provable Things launch pTokens

pTokens, the world’s first token to enable decentralized finance interoperability between any…

Oceans Are Running Out of Oxygen Due to Climate Change

The world’s oceans—and their inhabitants—are being choked to death by climate change and nutrient pollution. Ocean oxygen loss, according to a new report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), is […]

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Are "So Hands On" with the Sussex Royal Instagram Account

"[Meghan] even knew about Instagram algorithms."

Talking Horses: Sandown seven either failed to see the flag, or ignored it

Jockeys’ appeals against bans for racing despite a yellow flag has brought under scrutiny the approach to stopping a race

Lee County announces Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year

The School District of Lee County has announced their Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year for 2019.

LGBTQ faces discrimination in workplace, says CCHR report

The Cambodian Centre for Human Rights (CCHR) issued a report this month revealing workplace discrimination faced by members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) community in Cambodia.

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’

Marijuana testing data points to lab shopping in Nevada

When it comes to marijuana testing labs in Nevada, results may vary — wildly — according to an analysis of state data conducted by a Washington-based scientist.

Take on Fuchsia Urban Thai new spice challenge before the New Year

Chef Sangwon’s Spice Challenge will have a mixture of spices from UAE and Thailand

Disney Spotlights 12-Year-Old Transgender Girl in Latest Marvel Series

The new Disney+ streaming service is spotlighting the activism of a 12-year-old transgender girl as part of the new Marvel unscripted series "Hero Project," which profiles young individuals who are trying to make a difference in their communities.

Christmas 2019: Best festive movies to watch at home

From the best of the crop to plenty of festive cheesiness

Invest In Crypto Stocks Instead Of Actual Cryptocurrency

Just a few short years ago, buying up cryptocurrency was all the rage. In theory, you could spend a little on Bitcoin or one of the other popular cryptocurrencies, and cash out with an astonishing rate of return....

Govt's Ksh400 Million Gamble That Backfired

A report tabled in Parliament from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reveals an extra...

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.

Lookin' for puppy love? Canadian photographer creates 'online dating profiles' for dogs on Instagram to help them get adopted by showcasing their unique personalities

Rachael Rodgers, 36, from Canmore, Alberta, takes dogs from shelters and foster homes and has outdoor photo shoots with them.

When is Wonder Woman 1984 released and who is in the cast?

Gal Gadot returns with a cast of famous faces.

INL urges govt. not to implement NRC in State

Party to take out a march to Raj Bhavan

Tame Impala Announce North American Summer Arena Tour With Perfume Genius

Early next year, Aussie psych superstars Tame Impala will return with the new album The Slow Rush, their first in five years. Kevin Parker and his co-conspirators have already shared a handful of early songs, the most recent of which is the sprawling "Posthumous Forgiveness." And now they've unveiled the dates for a summer tour of North America. Tame Impala had already announced a few dates in California and Mexico, with openers like Clairo and MGMT. But the main part of the tour kicks off next May in Chicago. Tame Impala will spend the entire summer crossing North America, hitting many of our finest hockey arenas. Perfume Genius will open those dates, which means Tame Impala are putting themselves in serious danger of getting blown off the stage every night. Check out the dates below. TOUR DATES: 03/09 – San Diego, CA @ Pechanga Arena San Diego * 03/10-11 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Forum * 03/13 – San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center * 03/19 – Mexico City, Mexico @ Foro Sol ^ 03/21 –

How to empower small businesses in Pakistan

Marketing, payments and logistics are essential for small businesses to have sustainable exports

Airtel Launches No-expiry Data and Voice Bundles

The new offerings are targeted towards customers who are looking to meet their communication needs with ease and not worry about...

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...

Stopping Messi has become Real Madrid coach Zidane's obsession

Stopping Messi has become Real Madrid coach Zidane＇s obsession

Erdogan accuses some Arab countries of being supportive of Israeli attacks against Palestine

BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:20 P.M.) – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered a speech on Monday at he meeting of Ministers of Social Affairs of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in Istanbul. During the meeting, the Turkish President accused some Arab countries of being supportive of Israeli attacks over the last few months, and Erdogan explained that the situation in Palestine is getting worse by the day. He continued by saying: “The Islamic world, which constitutes a quarter of the world’s population, does not have an effect equal to the size of its capabilities.” “We often feel that we stand alone when we object to the persecution of Palestine and Jerusalem.” He pointed out that global imperialism continues the policy of “divide and rule” against Islamic countries. The OIC Conference adopts several goals, the most important of which are to remove obstacles to increasing investments among OIC member countries, to encourage investments within the organization, and to increase the ease of doing business…

Navaz Sherif to be shifted to US from London for better treatment

Navaz Sharif, 69, airlifted to London after the Lahore High Court allowed him to go abroad for treatment.  Considering his doctors’ recommendation the court allowed him four-week time for the treatment in abroad. The time can be extended further if the doctors recommended.

Jose Mourinho reveals why he took the match ball off Son Heung-min

A class gesture from Mourinho.

Nadal, Djokovic, and other stars to play at Mubadala World Tennis Championship

Nadal and Djokovic are amongst the stars who will play at the unofficial exhibition tournament.

Puerto Rico cannot be held hostage to violence

Yesterday's events also show another serious problem in Puerto Rico: the lack of gun control on the island. The recurrent use of assault and automatic weapons in attacks in public places increases the probability of deaths in a single incident.

Sarileru Neekevvaru: Mahesh Babu Releases Soulful Melody Track Surudivo Chandrudivo Crooned By B Praak

Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu starrer Sarileru Neekevvaru happens to be in talks all over. The buzz related to the film is very high following the teaser which was unveiled a couple of weeks back.

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

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

Russian Sports Minister Speaks After WADA Decision - Video

The World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) Executive Committee has unanimously endorsed a recommendation by its Compliance Review Committee to ban Russia from hosting and competing in major international sporting events for four years after it allegedly manipulated laboratory data handed over to the agency's investigators.

Former Oracle Product Manager Claims He Was Forced Out For Refusing to Sell Vaporware

A former Oracle employee filed a lawsuit against the database giant on Tuesday claiming that he was forced out for refusing to lie about the functionality of the company's software. The civil complaint, filed on behalf of plaintiff Tayo Daramola in U.S. District Court in San Francisco, contends tha...

World time trial champion Rohan Dennis signs for INEOS

Rohan Dennis split from Bahrain-Merida under a cloud, but the Australian is looking to a bright future after joining Team INEOS.

China's Plan for 6 Aircraft Carriers Just 'Sank'

China reportedly is slowing its plan to acquire two aircraft carriers for each of its regional fleets. Instead of speeding ahead with the development of a six-carrier fleet -- two each for the

Those who abandon vision don't succeed ever: PM Imran

Those who abandon vision don

Electric vehicle charging station map goes live

Electric vehicle and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle drivers can now view the current statuses of SA’s public charging stations online.

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

Pakistan: Lahore HC to hear Maryam's petition for removal of name from ECL today

Maryam urged the LHC to declare the order of putting her name on the ECL as null and void and terming it illegal.

With embattled airline, South Africa moves to save rail company

Years of corruption and mismanagement have put several state owned enterprises in serious financial crisis including power utility Eskom, whose financial problems have left it struggling to keep the l

Status symbols for a new decade! Tatler reveals the all-new badges of honour that prove you're upper class - including owning several passports and a £1,425 BBQ loved by Meghan Markle

Some people just can't help wanting to keep up with the Joneses, and if you're eager to take stock of your social standing, Tatler has produced a list of the new must-have status symbols.

It's coming! The new Mac Pro now has FCC approval

The new Mac Pro is finally, really, absolutely, definitely coming after it appeared on the FCC registry. There's no going back now!

Elden Ring News Possibly Teased For The Game Awards By New Trailer

A new trailer released for this year's edition of The Game Awards show features sequences from Elden Ring, teasing news related to the game

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

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.

Kenyans rule Martial Arts Championship in Mombasa

Kenya have emerged winners since the inaugural edition in 2013.

Coal Scam: SC Asks SG To Suggest Names To Replace Special Prosecutor

The Supreme Court on Monday did not take kindly to the ED's request for changing certain investigating officers associated with the Coal-gate scam.Solicitor General Tushar Mehta had sought permission...

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.

Feel nervous to match the love and expectations after Kabir Singh: Shahid Kapoor

Shahid Kapoor was speaking at the red carpet of Star Screen Awards on Sunday. The Kabir Singh actor will soon begin shooting for Jersey.

Coronation Street's Andy Whyment reunites with wife and kids after leaving I'm A Celebrity jungle

Andy Whyment, who plays Kirk Sutherland on Coronation Street, has reunited with his wife and kids after competing in I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here 2019.

Ghost planning a new 2020 song for mystery project

Ghost leader Tobias Forge says he’ll be entering the studio in January to work on a new song ahead of album sessions

Winners of the Digital Sky Challenge announced

BRUSSELS - The winners of the aviation challenge themed as Digital Sky Challenge1 were announced at the awards ceremony as part of the SESAR Innovation Days2 on 4 December in Athens. Jointly organised by the SESAR JU and ACI Europe and hosted by Athens International Airport, the Digital Sky Challenge took place on 2-4 December in a dedicated airside facility of the airport. The event brought together 52 young tech-talents from 11 European countries competing in 12 teams to create breakthrough

Greek fighter jet locks in on Turkish warships near Cyprus: photos

BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:30 P.M.) – A Greek fighter jet locked in on a Turkish frigate that was traveling off the coast of Cyprus on December 8, 2019, the Aviationist reported. Citing photos from the Twitter profile of journalist Yannis Nikitas, the Aviationist reported that a Greek Mirage 2000 jet targeted the Turkish frigate with Exocet anti-ship missiles during a show of force over the weekend. “In the photos we can see the HUD of a Mirage 2000, recognizable also by the characteristic Mirage refueling probe, as it gets a lock on a ship which, according to the caption, could be a Turkish frigate. On the left side of the HUD we can see a “M39” label, showing that the pilot selected the AM-39 Exocet anti-ship to perform the lock on the ship,” the publication said. Relations between Greece and Turkey have been rocky this year after Ankara began drilling for oil off the coast of Cyprus. This move by Ankara prompted Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt to issue a joint statement condemning Turkey for violating international law.…

Save 20% off the 8BitDo SN30 Bluetooth Gamepad

Today's highlighted deal lets you save 20% off this retro controller which comes in four different colors. Play your favorite games retro style with this Game Boy pocket inspired bluetooth gamepad.

Sabah govt views seriously re-emergence of polio, says Shafie

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 9 — The Sabah government views seriously the re-emergence of polio in the state, the first for the country after almost 30 years, and will do its level best to ensure that it will not spread, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal said. He said the re-emergence of the...

Cruel thieves steal a litter of six three-week-old American bulldog puppies worth around £6,000 from the home where they lived with their mother

The six pooches - who are just three weeks old - are too young to be away from their mother and will become ill without her. They were snatched from a property in Rochester, Kent, on Friday.

Councillors raise whopping £25k for local charities after taking on three peaks challenge

The proceeds were donated to homelessness charity Big Change and the We Love MCR Charity

Climate change threatens food supplies

A team from the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) based in Austria said climate change not only resulted in higher temperatures but is also producing more severe climatic events such as drought, heatwaves and floods. "Climatic shocks to agricultural production contribute

Liverpool motivated by 'negative and wild' media coverage as Reds eye new signings

Liverpool Women fought back to draw 1-1 with West Ham on Sunday

Rare whisky collection expected to sell for £8,000,000 at auction

It includes the most expensive single bottle in the world, a 1926 Fine and Rare Macallan, which sold for £1.5 million. 

The US, like China, has about one surveillance camera for every four people, says report

One billion cameras will be installed globally by 2021, says IHS Markit.

BSEAP SSC AP Board class 10th 2020 time table released, exams to be on new pattern

BSEAP AP SSC 10th Time Table 2020: The AP SSC 2020 board exams will begin from March 23. This year the exam will be conducted as per the new pattern.

NBA Rumors: Nuggets Could Acquire Kevin Love For Paul Millsap Or Gary Harris, Per Sean Deveney

With the Cleveland Cavaliers now willing to listen to trade offers for veteran big man Kevin Love, a new report suggests that the Denver Nuggets could be among the teams that could benefit the most ...

Industry-backed campaign encourages gamers to vote

Gamechanger Giveaway offers prizes in effort to increase voter turnout

7 Steps to Take When You’re Feeling Stuck in Life

"I'm stuck!" We've all encountered seasons in our life when we feel stuck. The difference is how we respond once we find ourselves in that place.

France's EDF to accelerate growth in renewable projects

PARIS (Reuters) - State-controlled utility EDF is targeting around 30% of the French solar power market by 2035 and aims to develop around 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar capacity per year from next year, the head of the company’s renewables business said on Monday.

Nell Gifford who co-founded Giffords Circus dies from breast cancer aged 46 - leaving behind nine-year-old twins

Circus creator Nell Gifford, from Wiltshire, passed away on Sunday 8th December surrounded by family 'both immediate and circus'at the age of 46 after a longstanding battle with breast cancer.

Jewish Journalist Accuses Swedish Police of Enlarging Her Nose on ID Card

While many interpreted what the Jewish journalist claimed to be a doctored photograph as yet another token of age-old hatred of Jews, others saw no trace of anti-Semitism but rather a bad printer.

World’s first human composting site to open

The world’s first funeral home dedicated to composting human beings is set to open in 2021 – allowing those left behind to turn their dearly departed into soil. US ‘deathcare’ company Recompose will

Hucknall Fire Station closes after 75 years as firefighters move to new base

Members of the public were concerned they were losing their fire station when the Watnall Road station closed

Doug Collins Lets Loose on Dems: 'This May Become Known As the Focus Group Impeachment'

Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA), the ranking member on the House Judiciary Committee, used his opening statement to blast the ongoing impeachment inquiry on Monday.

Fed’s repo action for year-end crunch point oversubscribed

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s operation to inject cash into the financial system over the end of the year was oversubscribed on Monday, indicating that participants are still hungry for funding to take them into 2020.

Saudi Arabia favours stronger ties with India

‘Energy cooperation key to the strategic partnership between the two countries’

Man United's Paul Pogba is back from injury, but does Ole Gunnar Solskjaer even need him?

Paul Pogba is closing in on a return to the Man United squad after injury, but does he fit into Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's tactical framework?

Hope for treating triple negative breast cancer: New drug 'starves' tumor cells by killing off the protein that fuels their growth

Triple negative breast cancer is the hardest form to treat and most fatal version of the disease. Mt Sinai researchers discovered a protein that May fuel the cancer and a drug to stop it in animals.

The best pre-lit artificial Christmas trees

Growing up on a farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains, our Christmas tree came straight from our woods, or if there wasn’t a good candidate that year, we bought from a Christmas tree farm.

Woman seeks help to bring back husband’s body

She suspects mystery over his sudden death

Turkey's TIKA opens new building at high school in Uganda

The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) have inaugurated a new building at an existing high school complex in the Ugandan capital of...

Allston-Brighton Winter Market comes to Western Avenue

For the third year in a row, the Allston-Brighton Winter Market is bringing four days of local vendors, interactive art, food and drink, a beer garden, and ...

Buhari inaugurates treasury portal, says Nigerians can now monitor govt spending

The Federal Government has launched the Open Treasury Portal, with the hope of making public the daily treasury statement on how monies that come into government coffer are being spent. This was...

Financial sector clean-up: Government of Ghana waiting on Parliament's approval for GH¢15.6billion bailout

The government of Ghana says it is on course to secure Parliamentary approval for GH¢15.6 billion bailout for the financial sector clean-up.

Hankook Tire CEO indicted on charges of bribery, embezzlement

Cho Hyun-bum, chief executive of Hankook Tire & Technology, South Korea's largest tire maker by sales, was indicted for taking bribes and embezzling corporate funds, prosecutors said Monday.Cho is suspected of receiving kickbacks worth around 600 million won (US$503,778) from subcontractors and siphoning off some 200 million won from Hankook's affiliated companies, according to the prosecutors' office. In January...

Significant gender pay gap still evident at Solihull Council

Latest figures show that the chasm is narrowing, but the latest averages included in the annual summary are still ahead of what other West Midlands authorities reported last year.

KITOTO: My wife is a serial cheater but says I don’t trust her

The foundation one lays is key to the performance of any relationship.

5-Year-Old Carries Baby in Subzero Cold After They Are Abandoned, Police Say

A 5-year-old, wearing just socks and light clothing, carried an 18-month-old through subzero temperatures in the Yukon Flats of Alaska after the power went out at the home where they had been left alone, according to the authorities.The power failure scared the older child, who then carried the baby

Michelle Obama tells Jenna Bush Hager that Trump’s impeachment is ‘surreal’ but says the country will ‘come back from it’

Former First Lady Michelle Obama called the ongoing impeachment proceedings “surreal,” but said the country would “come back from it” in an interview with former first daughter Jenna Bush Hager on NBC’s “Today Show.”

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

Philips Norelco’s OneBlade Pro is even cheaper today than it was on Black Friday

Philips Norelco’s fantastic OneBlade Pro didn’t get much of a discount on Black Friday, which was a bummer. For those unaware, the Pro model is similar to the original OneBlade everyone…

Toyota to invest PhP 4.5 billion to build new Luzon import hub

Toyota does import over 100,000 CBU vehicles a year

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

Sears targets Town's visit to Portsmouth for his senior return following successful Under 23 outing

Freddie Sears has targeted a first-team return when Ipswich Town travel to Portsmouth later this month.

Schumer says FAA study on legroom, seat width late - calls for mandates

A study on whether to mandate additional legroom and seat width on airplanes is late on arrival.

A contact lens that can show when blood glucose levels are high

A team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in the Republic of Korea has developed a contact lens with a tiny LED light that turns on and off to show blood glucose levels. In their paper ...

James and Aishling finally tie the knot in Cahir wedding of the year

The Saturday night entertainment will go down in history as one of the best shows Cahir GAA and the Cahir Ladies Football Club have ever staged when James and Aisling finally tied the knot in a mock w...

Ericsson pays $1bn to settle corruption probe

Networking giant reaches settelement following accusations of corruption by US authorities

Dollar holds ground as central bank meetings loom, pound jumps

LONDON, Dec 9 — The dollar held its ground today thanks to last week’s stronger-than-expected jobs data, although worries about US/China trade talks kept gains in check, while Britain’s pound jumped on the latest polls ahead of this week’s election. Sterling hit a fresh 2-1/2 year high...

Daily Insider Ratings Round Up 12/6/19

Tables of the top insider purchases and sales filed with the SEC on 12/6/19, based on dollar value.Dollar values often do not equate with significance when it comes to insider trades.Proprietary Insid

Shakti Pumps hits 52-week low as CARE downgrades bank facilities

The outlook for the long-term rating of the company has been revised from 'Stable' to 'Negative'.

Strategie Grains sees 2020 EU rapeseed crop at 18.5 mln T

PARIS, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Consultancy Strategie Grains forecast that rapeseed production in the European Union would reach 18.46 million tonnes next year, rebounding from a 13-year low of 16.85 million this year.The 2020 crop forecast would still be one of the smallest in recent years after a drought-disrupted sowing campaign in western Europe. It was in line with Strategie Grains' initial outlook last month which said next year's output might not reach the 19-million-tonne level.

Pakistan’s population growth rate highest among neighboring Countries

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

Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones wish Kirk Douglas a happy 103rd birthday

Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones are celebrating Kirk Douglas' 103rd birthday.

John Prine touring in 2020, playing The Apollo

He's also playing the just-announced MerleFest, some East Coast shows with Emmylou Harris, and more...

Mount Sinai Hospital emergency department is a ‘war zone,’ workers say

Mount Sinai Hospital is considered one of the best in the country — but its emergency department is a “war zone” and a danger to the very patients it is supposed to save, current and former

Is Fukrey 3 On The Cards? The Fun Banter Between Pulkit Samrat & Ritesh Sidhwani Confirms So!

Are you fans of Hunny, Choocha, Bholi Punjaban and Zafar from Fukrey? Then there's good news for you. The comedy franchise has been renewed for yet another instalment.The successful series had the f

Google proposes hybrid approach to AI transfer learning for medical imaging

Researchers at Google study the role transfer learning plays in the development of highly accurate medical imaging machine learning models.

Jason Kelce gave a “passionate and emotional speech” during Eagles team meetings this week

Well, you can’t accuse the Philadelphia Eagles of keeping things entirely status quo after losing to the Miami Dolphins.

Don't have magic wand to revive Pak cricket: Misbah

Pakistan's head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq has hit back at criticism of the under-performing national team, saying he does not have a magic wand to revive its fortunes instantly and will

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

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

Police determine package was not suspicious

They were called to a Cambridge business on Saturday

'Jiivi' actor Vetri’s next to star KGF villain

The latest actor to join the cast of the yet-to-be-titled film is Ramachandra Raju, who played the villain in last year’s hit film KGF.

Alia Bhatt Gets Slammed Post The Video Of Taking Star Screen Award Even Before The Function Goes Viral

The very talented and gorgeous actress Alia Bhatt recently won Best actor female popular choice for Gully Boy. Alia Bhatt who did full justice to her character of Safeena was ecstatic to receive the h

West Dunbartonshire pupils ditch the canteen after school dinner price hike

After raising the price of a school dinner by nine percent — to £2.45 a day — the council has seen income from meals drop by £181,000

Controversial World's First Monkey-Pig Hybrids Born in China

Two piglet chimeras with monkey cells were engineered by scientists in China, the first of their kind, but died within a week of being born.

Joel Schumacher's Dark Knight Rises as a (Nipple-less) Batman & Robin Pop!

To celebrate 80 years of Batman, Funko is releasing a Pop! Heroes vinyl figure based on George Clooney's Batman from Batman & Robin.

'Read the First Amendment': Bloomberg criticized for attacking own reporters about 2020 coverage rules

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg faced criticism over the weekend for comments he made about reporters at his own news publication, Bloomberg News.

Cops accused of flouting laws by sourcing unlawful R6.9m donations | The Star

SAPS allegedly received Police Day gifts and sponsorships with the national commissioner’s approval

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.

Wichita Falls Police Offer Tips to Avoid Falling Victim to Thieves

With the increase in shopping during the holiday season, the WFPD has posted a reminder to help citizens protect themselves from thieves.

Fishshack owner to sell restaurants in rescue deal

Financial woes forced chain to seek court protection from creditors in August

Hermit crabs are confusing plastic for shells and it's killing them

Research teams estimate about 508,000 hermit crabs have been killed in the Cocos (Keeling) Islands in the Indian Ocean and about 61,000 on Henderson Island in the Pacific after getting stuck in debris such as plastic bottles, which researchers said served as "deadly traps."

Ex-MP Glyn Davies predicts Tory gains in Wales

Former Montgomeryshire MP Glyn Davies has said he expects the Conservatives to win four more seats in Wales on Thursday.

Crossword blog: the New Yorker's cryptic puzzles

The New Yorker has retrieved from its archives some puzzles from its cryptic series. What do you think of them?

Tom Brady, New England Patriots, booed off field by their own fans during Chiefs game

The New England Patriots were booed off their home field Sunday as they headed off for halftime down 13 to the Kansas City Chiefs, reports said.

Tata Motors' Jaguar Land Rover retail sales fall 3% in November

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) posted fifth straight month of double-digit sales growth of 29 per cent in China. North America sales also grew by 4.9 per cent during the month under review, achieving best ever November sales levels

Politics in Morocco Difficult, Government Doesn’t Rule: Benkirane

Morocco's former Prime Minister Abdelilah Benkirane said Saturday his country is not experiencing an ideal democracy, and “its government doesn’t rule.” He stressed that politics is difficult in the country but not impossible. “I have been away for a

Singapore swimmers set new SEA Games record in 50m freestyle heats

NEW CLARK CITY, Philippines: Singapore swimmers Jonathan Tan and Teong Tzen Wei both clocked the same time (22.46) in the men's 50m freestyle ...

AEDC: We cannot avoid VAT from meter cost - The Nation Newspaper

Following the complaint about the surreptitious manner in which the Abuja Electricity Company (AEDC) has raised the cost of meters, the power firm's ...

2K launches new studio focused on the next BioShock

There’s no word yet on a release date.

Sheff G Goes For It All in New Freestyle

BK to the fullest.

Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif meet Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina

The 'Dabangg 3' actor Salman shared the picture along with Sheikh Hasina and 'Ek Tha Tiger' co-star Katrina Kaif on Instagram on Monday.

Crisis: Ralph Dibny Jokingly References Classic DC Superteam in New Footage

A behind-the-scenes featurette for Crisis on Infinite Earths reveals previously unseen footage of Ralph Dibney reacting to the crossover.

NBA Round-up: Bucks are the hottest team in the NBA

We're already through the first quarter of the season!

‘Joker’ Laughs His Way to Four Golden Globes Nominations, Including Best Motion Picture

The Joker is smiling wide today, as we’ve learned this morning that the Todd Phillips-directed film has been nominated for FOUR Golden Globes awards including Best Picture. In the Best Motion Picture – Drama category, Joker (which has now crossed $1 billion at the box office) will be battling 1917, The Irishman, Marriage Story and […]

How to watch Home Alone online

Here's how to watch Home Alone (and 2, 3, 4, 5) this Christmas.

Xiaomi Founder Lin Bin had a role in naming Qualcomm's new Processors - Gizmochina

According to a new report, the Co-founder and President of Xiaomi Group, Lin Bin, played a role in naming Qualcomm’s new mobile chipset. Earlier today, the senior executive also reposted Lu Weibing’s (CEO and Co-founder) Weibo post on the Redmi K30, which features Snapdragon 765G SoC, that launches tomorrow (10th December 2019). On the Chinese …

'He will probably play with two up front' - Coventry boss expects to face a different looking Ipswich side in final part of the trilogy

Coventry City manager Mark Robins expects Ipswich Town to play with two up front in tomorrow night's FA Cup second round replay at Portman Road.

'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.

I nearly died but was still presented with a £93,000 bill for my treatment

I was left paralysed on my left side and I need support with even the simplest of things like eating and going to the toilet.

Olwethu Leshabane’s 5 tips on surviving the holidays as a parent

From signing up to reading clubs to letting them draw on the walls, check out the television host's unique suggestions.

Sepang racing team confident of lifting EWC title with solid trio

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — With the backing of local fans and a solid combination comprising endurance specialist Michael Van der Mark, national racer Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah and MotoGP star Franco Morbidelli, Sepang Racing Team is confident of winning the Endurance World Championship (EWC). The three...

Lil Reese Is Back With "Kids In The Ghetto"

Lil Reese reflects on simpler times on his new single,+ Lil Reese is relying a lot on previously recorded singles after suffering a gunshot to the neck. The rapper's continued to drop new music as he hopes for his voice to return. The rapper came through with 'Kids In The Ghetto' earlier today. The ...

Scientists create world’s first pig-monkey hybrid in China

If there’s one thing sci-fi movies have taught us over the years, it’s that combining one animal with another animal almost always ends badly. Scientists in China aren’t trying to create mutant

Sri Lanka team arrives in Islamabad ahead of Test series

The first match of the series is set to begin in Rawalpindi on Wednesday.

Maryland mom, grandmother charged after 9-month-old baby dies from drug overdose, officials say

A Maryland mom and grandmother are facing multiple charges after a 9-month-old Orchard Beach boy died from a drug overdose in July, authorities said.

Man accused of rehearsing mass shooting, pointing guns at pedestrians outside San Diego hotel

Police arrested the suspect and seized his 14 registered firearms, not wanting to take any chances the rehearsal could become reality.

Here’s why Ranveer Singh has shifted from his house

Ranveer Singh is currently flying high on success. The last few years have simply been outstanding for the actor both in terms of performances as well as the box-office numbers. In his last release Gully Boy, the actor played a boy from the slums who dares to dream big and also backs himself to achieve that dream. Ranveer has now began shooting for his Yash Raj project. Jayeshbhai Jordaar. A source close to the project informed us that he has also shifted base while he shoots for the film. As Jayeshbhai Jordaar will be shot at Goregaon Film City in Mumbai, Ranveer has shifted from his Prabhadevi home where he stays with his superstar wife Deepika Padukone and is staying at his Goregaon home until he wraps up his schedule of the film.

‘Businesses in South that use old PCs face productivity loss, security breach’

Small and medium businesses (SMBs) in South India, using older PCs, are likely to experience reduced workplace productivity and security vulnerabilities, according to a Microsoft study.SMBs using comp

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:

Shahid Kapoor thought of alternative career when films bombed at box office

After 'Kabir Singh', it feels like 'What will be the right film? What will be the expectations of the audience, says Shaihd Kapoor

EastEnders confirms first look at Lee Carter return as disaster strikes Walford

EastEnders spoiler pictures have confirmed a first look at Lee Carter's return to Walford this Christmas

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.

How the cloud, an army of drones, and 3D mesh is saving the world's vital infrastructure

Bridges in major cities are crumbling and in desperate need of inspection. Technology convergence offers a light at the end of a rickety tunnel.

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.

Netanyahu: No chance for unity with Gantz, Lapid

PM says Blue and White leaders leave no chance for unity government, urges Avigdor Liberman to join coalition in last 48 hours.

Sandler O’Neill Downgrades FB Financial (NYSE:FBK) to Hold

FB Financial (NYSE:FBK) was downgraded by investment analysts at Sandler O’Neill from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Monday, The Fly reports. Several other analysts also recently weighed in on FBK. Zacks Investment Research raised shares of FB Financial from a “sell” rating to […]

All the times Dia Mirza impressed us with her fashion

As Dia Mirza turns a year older, we take a look at her best fashion moments.

Cosel adds four lower power options to LHA PSU series

Cosel has announced four series of open frame, low profile, compact power supplies covering the range of 30W to 100W and UL/EN62368-1 certified.

Boris Johnson says he will stop immigrants from treating Britain 'as their own country'

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has vowed to stop European Union migrants from treating Britain “as their own country” if he wins this week’s general election.

Florida mother, father and teenage son all battling cancer at the same time

(CNN) — It’s difficult enough to have one loved one experience cancer, but three at one time? Unimaginable. But that’s reality for the Desclefs family....

Chris Wilder: 'Fans are sick of VAR'

The technology was brought into question again during Sheffield United's 2-1 win at Norwich on Sunday.

Google announces Assistant integration with Keep to-dos and lists, for the fifth time (Update: Rolling out)

Google Assistant's ability to manage lists has been... less than ideal. When Assistant first went live in 2016, it could add items to a shopping list,

Juice WRLD's "Legends" Is Prophetic And Bittersweet

Juice WRLD's introspective and darkly prophetic track hits different now. The year was almost set to end on a high note. And yet yesterday, news broke that Chicago rapper Juice WRLD had passed away after suffering from a seizure at an airport. The sudden shock sent the entire music industry into dis...

Samsung Pay launched in just one new market in 2019

Among all the first-party Samsung apps and services, Samsung Pay, the company’s mobile payment service, is by far the most useful and popular. It is one of those few offerings where the Korean tech

Dubai’s Dido concert moved to Coca-Cola Arena

The gig on Friday (December 13) has been relocated

Man in Viral Video of Brutal Elephant Killing Pays Dearly

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

Kingdom Hearts III ReMIND To Include Final Fantasy Characters; Releases Next Month

A new Kingdom Hearts III ReMIND DLC trailer confirmed that Final Fntasy characters will make an appearance. The release date has also been revealed

Man fighting for life after 'setting himself on fire' outside London pub

Three drinkers and a bouncer managed to put out the flames after the horrifying incident in Chislehurst, south east London

NK tried out rocket engine in 'very important' test

Satellite imagery captured before and after North Korea conducted what it called a "very important" test at its missile launch site suggested it had tested a rocket engine, experts said on Monday.

England to play Italy in friendly at Wembley in March

England will play a friendly against Italy at Wembley on 27 March as part of their preparations for Euro 2020.

RB Salzburg star Erling Haaland ready to 'live the dream' against Liverpool

Norwegian forward Erling Haaland has spoken prior to the matchday six fixture in the Champions League, with Liverpool preparing to face the in-form hotshot.

Embrace healthy habits if you want your brain to tackle stress efficiently

stress, healthy habits, tips for healthy brain, how to manage stress, stress management tips, ways to boost brain health at TheHealthSite.com

K. Michelle Gets Vulnerable In New Photo Where She Shows Off Her Post-Surgery Body And Speaks About The Healing Process

It looks like K. Michelle is back on track to being healthy and happy, and she is now entirely comfortable in her body -- or at least, more than she

Marko: "We have not reached our potential"

2019 was a mixed season for Red Bull as they finished third in the Constructors' Championship but Max Verstappen led them to three race wins. Helmut Marko believes the team are yet to reach their potential.

We Beat Sleep Apnea. It Should Be Easier for You to Do It, Too.

The consequences of ignoring the condition can be severe, but the health system puts up barriers to treatment.

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.

Viral Image Shows Grey Seal Pup Lounging With A Starbucks Bottle

An amateur photographer has captured an image of a young pup lounging next to a glass Starbucks bottle in the midst of the UK grey pup season in what some

Dressing room opinion: What Newcastle United players are saying after the 2-1 win over Southampton

The Magpies fought from a goal down to win their second successive match in the Premier League

Santrokofi and Akpafu traditional councils bid for SALL District capital

news, story, article

Hydrogel That Can Self-Heal and Shape-Shift Invented by Scientists

Scientists from the Australian National University have created a jelly that has similar self-healing properties as our human skin and muscles.

Crisis: Black Lightning Promo Includes Familiar Clues for CW Crossover

Black Lightning may not have a dedicated episode of Crisis on Infinite Earths, but a new promo reveals how the hero joins the Arrowverse crossover.

Conclave onblockchain

Top blockchain experts and thought leaders from around the world will take part in a two-day conclave, ‘BlockHash Live 2019’ to be held here from December 12.The experts will share ideas and lead disc

No directions to central universities to increase fees: HRD minister

Nishank made the statement in response to a written question in the Lok Sabha

Why Canopy Growth Stock Just Popped 11%

Canopy just crowned a new king of cannabis.

Farmers blockade Tesco in ongoing row about beef prices

IFA president says supermarket’s half-price beef sale is an ‘insult to farmers’

US labor board will investigate Google's recent firings

US labor relations board will determine if Google violated federal labor laws and discouraged union organizing.

Altron acquires identity security firm Ubusha for R360m

Once integrated, Ubusha will merge with Altron’s existing Cybertech to form Altron Security Solutions.

Ramaphosa Pledges Tough Love for Ailing South African Firms

(Bloomberg) -- Sign up to our Next Africa newsletter and follow Bloomberg Africa on TwitterPresident Cyril Ramaphosa said he’s ready to make tough decisions about the future of South Africa’s struggling state-owned companies, after placing the national airline into bankruptcy protection last week.“Business

Taiwan urged to ease rules to attract AI talent

To tackle ongoing brain drain, Taiwan businesses are keen on adopting AI solutions to accelerate operation upgrades and transformations, but what counts more is how they can attract more high-level foreign AI and other tech professionals to work in Taiwan to sustain innovation momentum, according to some experts.

Catching Up: NatWest Adds More Features to Banking App

The race to compete with emerging Fintechs is compelling most all banks to up their game. This is good for the consumer. Better service and lower costs (hopeful

Good news for Liverpool as Klopp could get double fitness boost vs RB Salzburg

Timely boost for Klopp possible...

Davis scores season-high 50 points as Lakers beat Timberwolves

In Miami, rookie Tyler Herro helped the Heat to victory over the Chicago Bulls.

Gatchalian urges DTI, DA to closely monitor prices of basic goods

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has urged the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) to closely monitor the prices of basic goods and commodities this month as Filipinos celebrate the Yuletide season.

FM Qureshi boycotts Indian minister’s speech at Istanbul conference

Quresh­i walks out of Heart of Asia confer­ence in protes­t agains­t Occupi­ed Kashmi­r clampd­own

Former Sunday Times columnist Kevin Myers admits he 'hasn't had a full night's sleep for two years' since being fired over anti-Semitism row involving Claudia Winkleman and Vanessa Feltz

Journalist Kevin Myers has spoken about the impact being fired from his role at the Sunday Times and the backlash surrounding his column has had on his life. 

Where households can save their money

Recent trends show a decent return in low-risk instruments. However, inflation has diminished the actual income on savings

Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez say company seeking HIV patent extension 'deceitful and immoral'

Trump is urged to block company from holding back drug, Descovy, from the market

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.

US lies and deception spelled out in Afghanistan papers' shocking detail

The tranche of documents show that in trying to paint the best pictures, those involved delivered the worst

Caring alone for two small girls, Texas father grapples with loss

SEGUIN, Texas (Reuters) - Zak Tiemann picked up his daughters from school early this Halloween. Zayleeana, 3, and Zoey, 5, were beaming with excitement as they donned their “Frozen” costumes and went trick-or-treating in their small hometown of Seguin, Texas.

Exercise your way to a lower insurance premium

It’s just what your doctor prescribed — stay fit, reduce premium on your health policy

Banks must stick to their core functions

Diversification into long-term financing, insurance, mutual funds and share broking have affected their performance

What is AWS Glue?

Having data in the cloud is one thing, being able to sort it into useful packets is another. Luckily, for Amazon Web Services, this is exactly what their Glue application does.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott opened in Plano, Texas

PLANO, TX – Marriott International’s TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dallas Plano Richardson is now open for business. The new 86-suite hotel is built for travelers looking for a simple and friendly place where they can settle-in, keep their routine, and easily connect to the area. Located at 545 K Avenue, it will operate as a Marriott franchise, managed by Texas Western Hospitality of Addison, Texas. “We are excited with the continued growth of the TownePlace Suites brand in the Plano area,”

Why Kelowna remains without a winter shelter

As winter cold deepens around the province, Kelowna is one of the very few cities that has no emergency shelter in place so dozens of homeless people are li

Time running out for Trent Boult as New Zealand face Australian challenge

The left-arm quick is recovering from a side strain and is unclear if he will be fit to play the day-night Test in Perth | ESPNcricinfo.com

Garden gnomes return home to Blairgowrie after police find kidnappers

Police have confirmed that two youngsters have received warnings after being caught kidnapping garden gnomes from outside a property in Blairgowrie.

Apple to launch iPhone 9? I can't wait

The rumored new iPhone SE 2 is rumored to enjoy the name iPhone 9. What could be more perfect?

Forests bathed in shades of red are an enchanting autumn destination for visitors to Japan

Urabandai in the Fukushima Prefecture is a place that’s become very popular for nature sightseeing - and it’s at its best during autumn.

Be a freewheeler! It's 50 years since Easy Rider, but the route the characters rode, from LA to New Orleans, still offers a unique insight into the soul of America

Easy Rider turned actors Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper into the coolest superstars on the planet in 1969. Jeremy Taylor hops on a Harley and rides the road their characters took - the epic Route 66.

'We're on to you': Harris says flavoured e-cigarettes target children and he wants them banned

Some vaping packaging is trying to make it attractive to children, according to the health minister.

Little progress as spending talks push past weekend

iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) Stock Price Down 1%

iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) was down 1% during mid-day trading on Monday . The company traded as low as $38.71 and last traded at $38.71, approximately 130 shares changed hands during mid-day trading. A decline of 97% from the average daily volume of 4,426 shares. The stock had previously […]

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

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

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...

How to treat your money well

India Business News: NEW DELHI: Regret is tough to deal with.