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Trump threatens social media after Twitter puts warning on his false claims

27 May 13:01 12 articles

Trump threatens social media after Twitter puts warning on his false claims

President vows to ‘strongly regulate’ or shutter platforms that ‘silence conservative voices’ a day after Twitter added warning label on falsehoods

27 May 13:01 the Guardian 1491978796451436550.html
Donald Trump threatens to “close down social media” after Twitter puts warning on his tweet

US president, Donald Trump has threatened to close down social media platforms, a day after Twitter posted a fact-checking notice on one of his tweets. Trump's threat comes a day after Twitter Inc. for the first

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Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims.

27 May 13:43 The Guardian 7580308505443147751.html
Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories.

27 May 13:00 Digital Journal 4566489172536241202.html
Trump threatens Twitter with regulations, closure after site added fact-check link to tweet

President Donald Trump is threatening social media companies with new regulation or even closure after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.

27 May 13:56 ABC15 Arizona 911680910530420269.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump’s tweets; here’s how the US President reacted

Twitter’s CEO Jack Dorsey had announced last year that the company will ban all political advertising in a move that attempted to decrease misinformation and political lineage of the platform.

27 May 13:36 The Financial Express 1288289581525207904.html
Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.

27 May 13:00 manilastandard.net 4715274785239966498.html
Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Follows years of permissive content policies.

27 May 13:06 iTnews 4425008560847923905.html
In A First, Twitter Flags Trump’s Tweets With Fact-Check Warning; He Alleges Curb On Free Speech

Twitter flagged two of his tweets claiming “mail-in ballots will be anything less than substantially fraudulent”.

27 May 13:13 Swarajya 4977622828618331465.html
Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after Twitter fact check

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.

27 May 13:19 Hindustan Times 696565557299919705.html
Trump Threatens Twitter After Presidential Tweets Get Fact Check

The president claimed that tech giants “silence conservative voices,” and threatened to regulate them, despite not being able to.

27 May 13:31 HuffPost 5982769914413886924.html
Trump threatens to shutter social media companies over alleged election interference

Trump’s warning represented an escalation of his previous rhetoric targeting the tech giants over purported bias against conservative expression.

27 May 13:05 POLITICO 2584151345475591172.html
A Colorado high school threw a graduation ceremony for its 66 students like only a ritzy ski town could, and the photos are pretty great

27 May 13:15 3 articles

A Colorado high school threw a graduation ceremony for its 66 students like only a ritzy ski town could, and the photos are pretty great

The 66 graduates of Telluride's high school rode gondolas up a mountain to individually receive diplomas at 10,500 feet.

27 May 13:15 Business Insider 6060062399690937220.html
A Colorado high school threw a graduation ceremony for its 66 students like only a ritzy ski town could, and the photos are pretty great

The 66 graduates of Telluride's high school rode gondolas up a mountain to individually receive diplomas at 10,500 feet.

27 May 13:51 Business Insider Nederland 7680839747059790851.html
A Colorado high school threw a graduation ceremony for its 66 students like only a ritzy ski town could, and the photos are pretty great, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The 66 graduates of Telluride's high school rode gondolas up a mountain to individually receive diplomas at 10,500 feet.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 13:15 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408755954398211.html
UK coronavirus death toll hits 37,231 after 183 more die in England

27 May 13:06 2 articles

UK coronavirus death toll hits 37,231 after 183 more die in England

THE UK coronavirus death toll has risen to at least 37,231 after 183 fatalities were recorded in hospitals across England in the last 24 hours. Today’s rise, recorded by NHS England, is large…

27 May 13:06 The Sun 7379604593576502085.html
UK coronavirus death toll hits 37,460 after 412 more die – as half of NHS trusts report no new deaths in 48 hours

THE UK coronavirus death toll has risen to 37,460 after 412 more fatalities were recorded in the last 24 hours. A total of 267,240 are now infected with the bug across Britain – up 2,013 from…

27 May 13:06 The Sun 7379604592330488108.html
Coronavirus UK hospital death toll increases by 209 in last 24 hours

27 May 13:18 2 articles

Coronavirus UK hospital death toll increases by 209 in last 24 hours

The number of Covid-19 hospital deaths in England has increased by 183 on yesterday, bringing the total to 26,049, with Scotland reporting 13 new deaths, while Wales recorded 11

27 May 13:18 mirror 675785261704165601.html
More than half of Scotland’s coronavirus deaths last week were in care homes, new figures show

More than half of coronavirus deaths in Scotland last week occurred in care homes, latest figures have shown.

27 May 13:16 The Courier 4275302768649680937.html
Merkel: We have to make clear pandemic not over

27 May 13:51 1 article

Merkel: We have to make clear pandemic not over

BERLIN (Reuters) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Wednesday it has to be made clear that the coronavirus pandemic is not over and basic measures such as social distancing and wearing face masks are still needed.

27 May 13:51 Reuters 8334514181239927957.html
Croatia welcomes tourists braving coronavirus crisis

27 May 13:29 1 article

Croatia welcomes tourists braving coronavirus crisis

KRILO-JESENICE, Croatia (Reuters) - A few intrepid European tourists have returned to Croatia’s picturesque Adriatic coast, where the owners of yachts and campsites are hoping their relative isolation will bring the numbers up over the next six weeks.

27 May 13:29 Reuters 8334514181393002757.html
With tourism hammered by lockdown, Cyprus expects July comeback

27 May 13:14 1 article

With tourism hammered by lockdown, Cyprus expects July comeback

NICOSIA (Reuters) - Cyprus hopes to regain lost ground in its tourism sector from July and expects to be able to re-admit British and Russian visitors by then after weeks of lockdown.

27 May 13:14 Reuters 8334514180069395543.html
Death of 'Mr Big' stirs memories of Singapore's gangland past

27 May 13:39 1 article

Death of 'Mr Big' stirs memories of Singapore's gangland past

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Early one October morning in 1969, Singapore police found the body of a man dumped in a storm drain. He had been stabbed to death, police said, in what became one of the country’s most notorious gang killings.

27 May 13:39 Reuters 8334514180943272012.html
Swiss to allow events of up to 300 people from June 6

27 May 13:05 1 article

Swiss to allow events of up to 300 people from June 6

ZURICH (Reuters) - The Swiss government said public and private events of up to 300 people and spontaneous gatherings of up to 30 people would be allowed again from June 6, further easing restrictions as the COVID-19 pandemic shows signs of ebbing.

27 May 13:05 Reuters 8334514181559820412.html
Swiss aim to restore free movement within Schengen zone by July 6

27 May 13:06 1 article

Swiss aim to restore free movement within Schengen zone by July 6

ZURICH (Reuters) - The Swiss government wants to restore free movement of people with other Schengen zone member countries by July 6, it said on Wednesday, further easing restrictions on public life as the novel coronavirus outbreak shows signs of ebbing.

27 May 13:06 Reuters 8334514180311658837.html
Niger lost $120 million in arms deals over three years: government audit

27 May 13:41 1 article

Niger lost $120 million in arms deals over three years: government audit

NIAMEY (Reuters) - Almost 40% of the $312 million Niger spent on defence procurement contracts over the last three years was lost through inflated costs or materiel that was not delivered, according to a government audit of military contracts seen by Reuters.

27 May 13:41 Reuters 8334514180717016319.html
EU needs to focus on Brexit negotiations - UK negotiator

27 May 13:17 1 article

EU needs to focus on Brexit negotiations - UK negotiator

LONDON (Reuters) - The UK’s chief negotiator David Frost said the European Union needed to focus on Brexit negotiations and pay attention to certain areas in order for the two sides to come to an agreement.

27 May 13:17 Reuters 8334514181313072566.html
Judge in graft trial of Congo president's chief of staff dies

27 May 13:33 1 article

Judge in graft trial of Congo president's chief of staff dies

KINSHASA (Reuters) - The high court magistrate overseeing a landmark corruption trial of the Congo president’s chief of staff died of a heart attack overnight in the capital Kinshasa, police said on Wednesday, ruling out suggestions of foul play.

27 May 13:33 Reuters 8334514181175738961.html
Fundamental issue for Britain in EU talks is to set own laws: negotiator

27 May 13:18 1 article

Fundamental issue for Britain in EU talks is to set own laws: negotiator

LONDON (Reuters) - The fundamental issue for Britain is to be able to set its own laws, the country’s negotiator with the European Union David Frost said on Wednesday, again rejecting the bloc’s level playing field provisions.

27 May 13:18 Reuters 8334514180341288601.html
Exams amid the olives for students in coronavirus Italy

27 May 13:06 1 article

Exams amid the olives for students in coronavirus Italy

TODI, Italy (Reuters) - Imagine taking your final exams sitting at a picnic table under blue skies amid olive groves and chirping birds on a breezy spring day in the Umbrian countryside.

27 May 13:06 Reuters 8334514180694061865.html
British government hopeful of securing deal with EU: Gove

27 May 13:54 1 article

British government hopeful of securing deal with EU: Gove

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s government is hopeful it can secure a deal with the European Union to cover their future relationship, cabinet office minister Michael Gove said on Wednesday, describing politics as the main difficulty.

27 May 13:54 Reuters 8334514181206581351.html
Special Report: Bolsonaro brought in his generals to fight coronavirus. Brazil is losing the battle

27 May 13:46 1 article

Special Report: Bolsonaro brought in his generals to fight coronavirus. Brazil is losing the battle

SÃO PAULO/RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - In mid-March, Brazil took what seemed to be a forceful early strike against the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 13:46 Reuters 8334514179846155562.html
Philippines tries transport test run to prepare for commuter chaos

27 May 13:20 1 article

Philippines tries transport test run to prepare for commuter chaos

MANILA (Reuters) - Police in the Philippine capital did a dry run on Tuesday of measures to enforce social distancing on public transport and control the spread of coronavirus, a tricky task in a densely populated city known for its commuting chaos.

27 May 13:20 Reuters 8334514181510032767.html
Physical distancing makes life harder for blind people – just ask my friend Dave

27 May 13:10 1 article

Physical distancing makes life harder for blind people – just ask my friend Dave

He certainly doesn’t need the pity or prayers strangers offer him – but he does occasionally need a hand or elbow to help him cross a road, writes Adrian Chiles

27 May 13:10 the Guardian 1491978796047313506.html
With an ally in control of the party machine, Keir Starmer’s victory is complete

27 May 13:46 1 article

With an ally in control of the party machine, Keir Starmer’s victory is complete

David Evans is not a compromise appointment for general secretary. But will he improve the party culture?, says LabourList editor Sienna Rodgers

27 May 13:46 the Guardian 1491978794542484304.html
China and India move troops as border tensions escalate

27 May 13:57 1 article

China and India move troops as border tensions escalate

Thousands of Chinese troops reportedly move into sensitive areas along Himalayan frontier

27 May 13:57 the Guardian 1491978795663548194.html
Boris Johnson has faced down Tory rebellions before, but this one is different

27 May 13:38 1 article

Boris Johnson has faced down Tory rebellions before, but this one is different

The Dominic Cummings furore can’t be dismissed as Westminster bubble story. And No 10 has made it clear whose side they’re on, says Katy Balls, the Spectator’s deputy political editor

27 May 13:38 the Guardian 1491978796418140871.html
Hong Kong protests over law to ban ridicule of China's national anthem

27 May 13:00 5 articles

Hong Kong protests over law to ban ridicule of China's national anthem

Demonstrators gathered at Hysan Place shopping mall on May 27.

27 May 13:00 euronews 7318238122153916341.html
Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalize disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.

27 May 13:00 The Jakarta Post 7678601102268259776.html
Protesters gather in Hong Kong over national anthem debate

Pro-Democracy protesters gathered in their thousands in Hong Kong today as senators debated a bill making abusing the Chinese national anthem a criminal act

27 May 13:16 Buzz.ie 7092425146959764702.html
Hong Kong Police Arrest 300 in Anti-China Protests

Thousands of fully armed riot police took the streets of Hong Kong on Wednesday to crack down on multiple peaceful protests.

27 May 13:38 Breitbart 3148363492001034766.html
Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

'The cabinet will come up with a Hong Kong humanitarian assistance action plan...to provide complete planning for Hong Kong people's residency, accommodation and care,' says Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen

27 May 13:43 Rappler 1882105642734567639.html
Five arrested after bungled assassination in war for control of European drug trade that has led to 41 deaths

27 May 13:24 2 articles

Five arrested after bungled assassination in war for control of European drug trade that has led to 41 deaths

The CCTV footage shows two men soaking a stolen SMART car with liquid before the flames unexpectedly engulf both men, leaving at least one alight.

27 May 13:24 Business Insider 6060062400949347392.html
Five arrested after bungled assassination in war for control of European drug trade that has led to 41 deaths, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The CCTV footage shows two men soaking a stolen SMART car with liquid before the flames unexpectedly engulf both men, leaving at least one alight.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

27 May 13:24 www.businessinsider.sg 5090408757180589120.html
Police Fire Tear Gas At Crowd Protesting Against Killing Of George Floyd

27 May 13:56 4 articles

Police Fire Tear Gas At Crowd Protesting Against Killing Of George Floyd

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — To the general public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck...

27 May 13:56 Talking Points Memo 4598529365856261364.html
'Firing them is not enough' | George Floyd's sister wants justice after brother dies in police custody

Anger has bubbled after Floyd was killed while in police custody in Minneapolis on Monday night. Video taken from someone at a scene showed an officer with a knee clamped down on Floyd's neck while he laid face-down in the street while handcuffed.

27 May 13:27 ABC7 New York 7327811147519905011.html
Video Shows George Floyd Moments Before His Death, Wasn't Resisting Arrest

New surveillance footage shows the moments before a Minneapolis police officer kneeled on George Floyd's neck as he repeatedly told them he couldn'...

27 May 13:07 VLADTV 1404406305899213058.html
Ice Cube: How Many Cops Have to Kill Black Americans 'Before We Strike Back?'

In the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis, veteran rapper and actor Ice Cube asked how much more "crime" must police officers commit against black Americans "before we strike back?"  

27 May 13:09 Breitbart 3148363492775951308.html
Grandma in tears as she sees her children for the first time since lockdown began

27 May 13:10 1 article

Grandma in tears as she sees her children for the first time since lockdown began

There were emotional scenes as 90-year-old Margaret was able to see her son John Yeoman, 62, and his 63-year-old wife Denise during a visit at Eothen care home in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside

27 May 13:10 mirror 675785260118634072.html
Two policemen 'forced woman to wear gas mask then raped and tortured her'

27 May 13:35 1 article

Two policemen 'forced woman to wear gas mask then raped and tortured her'

Police officers Nikolay Kuziv, 35, and Sergey Sulima, 29, are being held in custody as part of an investigation into claims they raped and tortured a crime witness in Ukraine

27 May 13:35 mirror 675785261102584566.html
Young hikers missing for 19 days in New Zealand found injured but alive in bush

27 May 13:13 1 article

Young hikers missing for 19 days in New Zealand found injured but alive in bush

Missing backpackers Jessica O'Connor and Dion Reynolds have been found with "smiles and relief" after getting lost after entering the Anatori Valley in Kahurangi National Park, on the South Island

27 May 13:13 mirror 675785260893953749.html
Alastair Campbell: My 10-point plan for coronavirus crisis and why government scores zero

27 May 13:07 1 article

Alastair Campbell: My 10-point plan for coronavirus crisis and why government scores zero

I wrote a ten-point guide to crisis communications many weeks ago and looking back it's terrifying that the government scores zero out of ten

27 May 13:07 mirror 675785260633271526.html
Police commissioner says lockdown breakers are using Dominic Cummings as an excuse

27 May 13:40 1 article

Police commissioner says lockdown breakers are using Dominic Cummings as an excuse

West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson says it's 'almost impossible' for officers to do their job

27 May 13:40 mirror 675785260745465892.html
UK will be 'virtually back to normal by August or sooner,' ex-WHO expert predicts

27 May 13:02 1 article

UK will be 'virtually back to normal by August or sooner,' ex-WHO expert predicts

Professor Sikora said we should still prepare for the worst but hope for the best and said we have to safely get out of lockdown to get back to what is important

27 May 13:02 mirror 675785260577683530.html
'Startling steps' tourist bridge in China closed after girl falls and breaks spine

27 May 13:40 1 article

'Startling steps' tourist bridge in China closed after girl falls and breaks spine

The child and her family were visiting Tangli Happy Play Valley in Dalian, in north-eastern China's Liaoning Province, when her safety harness failed to protect her

27 May 13:40 mirror 675785260883986164.html
CBD Melbourne: Liddell, a smoking gun and cigargate

27 May 13:59 4 articles

CBD Melbourne: Liddell, a smoking gun and cigargate

It’s been six years since Joe Hockey and Mathias Cormann were snapped puffing cigars on a cold Budget Friday. Labor isn’t keen to forget.

27 May 13:59 The Age 7967730561864216212.html
CBD Melbourne: Liddell, a smoking gun and cigargate

It’s been six years since Joe Hockey and Mathias Cormann were snapped puffing cigars on a cold Budget Friday. Labor isn’t keen to forget.

27 May 13:59 Brisbane Times 2314609338883288724.html
Liddell, the smoking gun and cigar-gate

It’s been six years since Joe Hockey and Mathias Cormann were snapped puffing cigars on a cold Budget Friday. Labor isn’t keen to forget.

27 May 13:59 Brisbane Times 2314609339914337010.html
Liddell, the smoking gun and cigar-gate

It’s been six years since Joe Hockey and Mathias Cormann were snapped puffing cigars on a cold Budget Friday. Labor isn’t keen to forget.

27 May 13:59 WAtoday 6806590900360526578.html
The Basketball Tournament, aided by health and safety plan, set for July

27 May 13:00 1 article

The Basketball Tournament, aided by health and safety plan, set for July

The Basketball Tournament will take place starting in July with the help of a comprehensive health and safety plan to minimize the risk of contracting or spreading the coronavirus, organizers announced Wednesday.

27 May 13:00 ESPN.com 7331508220814205565.html
Jeffrey Epstein threatened to CURSE pregnant journalist’s unborn baby and warned ‘I know every doctor in New York’

27 May 13:39 1 article

Jeffrey Epstein threatened to CURSE pregnant journalist’s unborn baby and warned ‘I know every doctor in New York’

A JOURNALIST claims that Jeffrey Epstein told her he would curse her unborn children and knew every doctor in New York after she pushed to print an article on the sexual abuse he carried out. Forme…

27 May 13:39 The Sun 7379604593139115494.html
Elon Musk says ‘it’s his fault’ if anything goes wrong with historic SpaceX launch because he is ‘chief engineer’

27 May 13:03 1 article

Elon Musk says ‘it’s his fault’ if anything goes wrong with historic SpaceX launch because he is ‘chief engineer’

ELON Musk says to blame him if anything goes wrong with the historic SpaceX launch on Wednesday that will send two American astronauts into space. Musk told CBS News he’s the “chief engineer” of th…

27 May 13:03 The Sun 7379604592944152371.html
What you can expect on holiday in Turkey as beaches ban smoking and enforce sunbathing zones

27 May 13:21 1 article

What you can expect on holiday in Turkey as beaches ban smoking and enforce sunbathing zones

BEACHES in Turkey have announced their new plans for allowing tourists to visit again this year. Smoking bans, sunbathing zones and restricted entry are just some of the things you can expect on yo…

27 May 13:21 The Sun 7379604591801061597.html
How primary schools will look from June 1 as teachers section off classrooms and corridors – and kids will queue in pens

27 May 13:53 1 article

How primary schools will look from June 1 as teachers section off classrooms and corridors – and kids will queue in pens

A PRIMARY school has revealed how classrooms will look from June 1 with children being dropped off into pens and sent home if they refuse to social distance. Pupils at Kingsholm church of England s…

27 May 13:53 The Sun 7379604591899987534.html
Kayaker’s heartbreaking ‘final plea for help’ in Facebook Live video hours before rescuers found his body at sea

27 May 13:33 1 article

Kayaker’s heartbreaking ‘final plea for help’ in Facebook Live video hours before rescuers found his body at sea

HAUNTING footage shows the final moments of a kayaker stranded off the Aussie coast hours before he was found dead in the water. The body of Jeremy Worthy, 43, was found floating dead near Batemans…

27 May 13:33 The Sun 7379604592596013443.html
France bans hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 treatment

27 May 13:17 3 articles

France bans hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 treatment

May 27 (UPI) -- The French government on Wednesday barred the use of anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19.

27 May 13:17 UPI 8257973865820755912.html
Fauci: Hydroxychloroquine ineffective as COVID-19 treatment

May 27 (UPI) -- Dr. Anthony Fauci said Wednesday that hydroxychloroquine, a drug President Donald Trump said he has taken to ward off the coronavirus, is not an effective treatment based on the latest scientific data.

27 May 13:17 UPI 8257973864124062294.html
UK clears NHS use of Gilead’s remdesivir for COVID-19 patients

The UK medicines regulator has cleared early access to Gilead Sciences’ coronavirus drug remdesivir for people hospitalised with severe coronavirus infection, although supplies will initially be limited.

27 May 13:06 PMLive 7773534729141670126.html
Borough Park businesses are flouting coronavirus shutdown restrictions

27 May 13:01 1 article

Borough Park businesses are flouting coronavirus shutdown restrictions

A slew of businesses that have reopened in Brooklyn’s Borough Park — some in apparent violation of shutdown orders — are allowing customers to pack their stores as if the coronavirus

27 May 13:01 New York Post 7654946768961656765.html
Central Park birdwatcher says Amy Cooper death threats must ‘stop immediately’

27 May 13:52 1 article

Central Park birdwatcher says Amy Cooper death threats must ‘stop immediately’

The black birdwatcher who filmed white dog owner Amy Cooper calling the cops on him in Central Park says she’s received death threats — which he urged must “stop

27 May 13:52 New York Post 7654946768267945767.html
Some countries are offering to pay tourists to visit after coronavirus

27 May 13:13 1 article

Some countries are offering to pay tourists to visit after coronavirus

With flights grounded and borders closed amid the coronavirus pandemic, several countries are offering to pay tourists to visit once the crisis is over, according to a report. In Italy, travelers to

27 May 13:13 New York Post 7654946767916852976.html
Nude man allegedly spent ‘entire day’ destroying Florida school

27 May 13:53 1 article

Nude man allegedly spent ‘entire day’ destroying Florida school

A naked man broke into a shuttered Florida high school and trashed the building, leaving $100,000 in damages in a 22-hour vandalism spree.

27 May 13:53 New York Post 7654946767757037835.html
Queens thief throws 61-year-old woman into street, steals purse

27 May 13:59 1 article

Queens thief throws 61-year-old woman into street, steals purse

A Queens crook threw a 61-year-old woman to the ground and took off with her purse, disturbing new video shows. Surveillance footage released by cops early Wednesday shows the suspect approaching the

27 May 13:59 New York Post 7654946767461248324.html
Top vaccine scientist says coronavirus is ‘almost perfectly human adapted’

27 May 13:12 1 article

Top vaccine scientist says coronavirus is ‘almost perfectly human adapted’

The coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is “almost perfectly human adapted” — lending credence to the possibility it was man-made in a Chinese lab, a top Australian vaccine researcher

27 May 13:12 New York Post 7654946769144680725.html
NHS breaks Prince’s record for longest residency at London’s O2 Arena

27 May 13:47 3 articles

NHS breaks Prince’s record for longest residency at London’s O2 Arena

The venue was converted into an NHS training facility in April.

27 May 13:47 Shropshire Star 3480199992968627038.html
NHS breaks Prince’s record for longest residency at London’s O2 Arena

The venue was converted into an NHS training facility in April.

27 May 13:47 Express & Star 7324224460514804574.html
NHS breaks Prince’s record for longest residency at London’s O2 Arena

The venue was converted into an NHS training facility in April.

27 May 13:49 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774522972147.html
New photos issued in search for missing diplomat

27 May 13:42 3 articles

New photos issued in search for missing diplomat

Richard Morris left his home in the Hampshire village of Bentley on May 6 to go jogging and has not been seen since.

27 May 13:42 Shropshire Star 3480199992362235404.html
New photos issued in search for missing diplomat

Richard Morris left his home in the Hampshire village of Bentley on May 6 to go jogging and has not been seen since.

27 May 13:43 Express & Star 7324224459908412940.html
New photos issued in search for missing diplomat

Richard Morris left his home in the Hampshire village of Bentley on May 6 to go jogging and has not been seen since.

27 May 13:43 Jersey Evening Post 6141642774443816460.html
It looks like Amy Cooper, the white woman in the viral Central Park video, is a liberal. That's important

27 May 13:56 1 article

It looks like Amy Cooper, the white woman in the viral Central Park video, is a liberal. That's important

On Monday around 8am, a white woman named Amy Cooper was walking her dog unleashed in a protected area of New York City’s Central Park, a wooded space called The Ramble.

27 May 13:56 The Independent 2511519171980831220.html
Muslim father in Uganda burns daughter for reportedly converting to Christianity: watchdog group

27 May 13:59 1 article

Muslim father in Uganda burns daughter for reportedly converting to Christianity: watchdog group

A 24-year-old woman in Uganda, unable to travel due to coronavirus restrictions, was burned by her Muslim father for purportedly converting to Christianity, according to a persecution watchdog group.

27 May 13:59 Fox News 7362823820081924989.html
NJ high school swimmers petition governor to reopen pools: We need an answer 'as soon as possible'

27 May 13:53 1 article

NJ high school swimmers petition governor to reopen pools: We need an answer 'as soon as possible'

Two New Jersey high school swimmers reacted on “Fox & Friends” to the fact that the petition they created asking Gov. Phil Murphy to reopen pools for competitive swimmers garnered thousands of signatures, saying they are “amazed” and “so thankful.”

27 May 13:53 Fox News 7362823820082418961.html
Los Angeles officials looking to crack down on coronavirus mask, glove littering

27 May 13:08 1 article

Los Angeles officials looking to crack down on coronavirus mask, glove littering

It’s looking like the risk of fines and jail time isn’t enough. 

27 May 13:08 Fox News 7362823820185261017.html
Cuomo granted immunity to nursing home executives, after big-money campaign donation: report

27 May 13:25 1 article

Cuomo granted immunity to nursing home executives, after big-money campaign donation: report

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who signed legislation granting hospital and nursing home executives immunity from lawsuits related to the novel coronavirus last month, previously received a big-money boost from a powerful health care industry group, according to a new report.

27 May 13:25 Fox News 7362823821004682579.html
Hannity on viral video of Missouri partiers: 'If you can't social distance, wear the mask'

27 May 13:35 1 article

Hannity on viral video of Missouri partiers: 'If you can't social distance, wear the mask'

After a video of young, carefree Memorial Day partygoers in Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks went viral last weekend, "Hannity" host Sean Hannity urged Tuesday evening for Americans to think using common sense and wear masks to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. 

27 May 13:35 Fox News 7362823820649276624.html
Andrew McCarthy: Michael Flynn case – return the focus to where it belongs and do this

27 May 13:53 1 article

Andrew McCarthy: Michael Flynn case – return the focus to where it belongs and do this

The criminal-justice system’s principal task is to provide due process to the accused.

27 May 13:53 Fox News 7362823820232757524.html
Florida man shoots, kills home intruder who was attacking his wife, police say

27 May 13:32 1 article

Florida man shoots, kills home intruder who was attacking his wife, police say

A Florida man in his 70s fatally shot a home intruder who busted through the glass front door and began attacking his wife on Tuesday, investigators said.

27 May 13:32 Fox News 7362823819547620821.html
Nearly half of New Yorkers critical of Cuomo’s handling of nursing home crisis: poll

27 May 13:42 1 article

Nearly half of New Yorkers critical of Cuomo’s handling of nursing home crisis: poll

A new survey indicates that a slight plurality of New Yorkers give Gov. Andrew Cuomo a thumbs down on how he’s been dealing with elder care facilities in his state amid the coronavirus pandemic.

27 May 13:42 Fox News 7362823819878574574.html
Small Towns Won’t Know They’re Infected Until It’s Too Late

27 May 13:00 1 article

Small Towns Won’t Know They’re Infected Until It’s Too Late

The demise of local news is a pandemic emergency.

27 May 13:00 The Atlantic 100708437408904359.html
US ready and willing to mediate in 'raging border dispute' between India and China, says Donald Trump

27 May 13:10 3 articles

US ready and willing to mediate in 'raging border dispute' between India and China, says Donald Trump

Several areas along the LAC in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies recently

27 May 13:10 Firstpost 4760741713423345087.html
Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China amid face-off at LAC

In a tweet on Wednesday, Trump said he has offered to "mediate or arbitrate" the "raging border dispute" between the two countries.

27 May 13:07 DNA India 7533428661695034700.html
Trump offers to mediate in India-China frontier showdown

WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump offered today to mediate in what he called a “raging” border showdown between India and China in the Himalayas. Trump’s offer came after Indian defence sources said hundreds of Chinese troops had moved into a disputed zone along their 3,500...

27 May 13:58 Malaymail 302165935479338343.html
29 of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

27 May 13:28 3 articles

29 of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

Minister of Environment Jonathan Wilkinson says 29 of the 48 national parks will open for day use, and there will be access to washrooms.

27 May 13:28 Calgary 4726856560689731353.html
Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

More than half of Canada's national parks - including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia - are to reopen next week.

27 May 13:23 CP24 1887544295989536057.html
Twenty-nine of Canada's 48 national parks to reopen to day-use visitors June 1

More than half of Canada's national parks — including Banff in Alberta, Pacific Rim in British Columbia and Cape Breton Highlands in Nova Scotia — are to reopen June 1.

27 May 13:00 KitchenerToday.com 52741010384910359.html
When will driving lessons start again and what safety precautions will be taken?

27 May 13:49 1 article

When will driving lessons start again and what safety precautions will be taken?

Will you be able to get back behind the wheel?

27 May 13:49 Metro 970161748955269266.html
Corrie star warns Geoff will take desperate measures to get rid of Alya

27 May 13:00 1 article

Corrie star warns Geoff will take desperate measures to get rid of Alya

Geoff will do whatever it takes in order to keep his reputation intact, which means Alya is in trouble.

27 May 13:00 Metro 970161748870365219.html
Historic SpaceX launch postponed because of stormy weather

27 May 13:01 2 articles

Historic SpaceX launch postponed because of stormy weather

The launch puts Elon Musk’s SpaceX on the cusp of becoming the first private company to put astronauts in orbit, something achieved by just three countries – Russia, the U.S. and China

27 May 13:01 The Globe and Mail 68426410057780572.html
'Bummed out': SpaceX launch scrubbed because of bad weather

The launch puts Elon Musk's SpaceX on the cusp of becoming the first private company to put astronauts in orbit.

27 May 13:42 WVLT 4089046911887815166.html
Pakistani Army Claims to Have Downed Indian 'Spy' Drone Along Line of Control

27 May 13:41 2 articles

Pakistani Army Claims to Have Downed Indian 'Spy' Drone Along Line of Control

Pakistani troops shot down an Indian spy quadcopter in the Rakhchikri Sector along Line of Control, the military's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.

27 May 13:41 Sputniknews 967333869447924433.html
Pakistan army shoots down Indian spy quadcopter at LoC

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: Pakistan army has shot down an Indian spy quadcopter at the Line of Control (LoC) near the Rakh Chakri Sector, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. In a statement on Wednesday, the ISPR said that the Indian spy quadcopter had intruded 650 meters inside Pakistan’s administered Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). “Intrusion by the Indian spying quadcopter is Saffron terrorism,” the Director General ISPR Major General Babar Iftikhar said.

27 May 13:45 Dispatch News Desk 1078940131219950264.html
Only about 50% of Americans say they will definitely get a COVID-19 vaccine if one is made available

27 May 13:32 2 articles

Only about 50% of Americans say they will definitely get a COVID-19 vaccine if one is made available

Only about half of Americans say they would get a vaccine for COVID-19 if one becomes available, according to a survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

27 May 13:32 ABC15 Arizona 911680911214628139.html
Only about 50% of Americans say they will definitely get a COVID-19 vaccine if one is made available

Only about half of Americans say they would get a vaccine for COVID-19 if one becomes available, according to a survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

27 May 13:32 ABC Action News - WFTS - Tampa Bay 5911730203397442859.html
California sues over alleged sex misconduct on set of TV show 'Criminal Minds'

27 May 13:46 1 article

California sues over alleged sex misconduct on set of TV show 'Criminal Minds'

The state of California filed a lawsuit Tuesday against CBS, Disney and producers of the long-running series 'Criminal Minds,' alleging that the show's cinematographer engaged in rampant sexual misconduct against crew members for years.

27 May 13:46 CTVNews 2422791598863649254.html
EU open to two-year Brexit extension, says Michel Barnier in response to letter from opposition MPs

27 May 13:01 1 article

EU open to two-year Brexit extension, says Michel Barnier in response to letter from opposition MPs

The European Union is “open” to a two-year Brexit delay, chief negotiator Michel Barnier has confirmed. In a letter to the Westminster leaders of the SNP, Lib Dems, Plaid Cymru, SDLP, Green Party and Alliance Party, Mr Barnier said the option of an extension to the Brexit transition period is available if the UK wants it. But the UK’s chief negotiator David Frost told MPs the “firm policy” of the Government remains not to extend beyond the end of the year.

27 May 13:01 ITV News 2184971258008451350.html
Local Lockdowns to be Introduced in UK for Future Coronavirus ‘Flare Ups’

27 May 13:02 1 article

Local Lockdowns to be Introduced in UK for Future Coronavirus ‘Flare Ups’

Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed stricter social distancing measures could be introduced in certain areas in the future as part of the NHS "test and trace" system...

27 May 13:02 Sputniknews 967333867804090244.html
Man faces 11-year jail term after drugging two boys before sexually assaulting them

27 May 13:00 1 article

Man faces 11-year jail term after drugging two boys before sexually assaulting them

Twenty-nine-year-old used membership of voluntary paramedic organisation to target two boys, court told

27 May 13:00 The Irish Times 8204772967596568595.html
2 astronauts to be first launched from US soil in nearly a decade

27 May 13:44 1 article

2 astronauts to be first launched from US soil in nearly a decade

Liftoff is set for 1:33 p.m. PDT from the same spot at Kennedy Space Center where men flew to the moon and the last space shuttle blasted off in 2011.

27 May 13:44 Las Vegas Review-Journal 8640648837474056583.html
China can't remain oblivious to India's illegal constructions in Ladakh: FM Qureshi

27 May 13:37 1 article

China can't remain oblivious to India's illegal constructions in Ladakh: FM Qureshi

Foreign minister says New Delhi's "aggressive policy against its neighbours is putting regional peace and stability at stake".

27 May 13:37 DAWN.COM 4500271767175855309.html
South Korea reports highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days

27 May 13:04 1 article

South Korea reports highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days

3,600 people at a facility are being tested after 36 cases were traced back to it.

27 May 13:04 DAWN.COM 4500271768355797283.html
Biden berates Trump for mocking mask use

27 May 13:35 1 article

Biden berates Trump for mocking mask use

Joe Biden attacked President Donald Trump on Tuesday for belittling him for wearing a mask, an issue that has become a partisan flashpoint during the coronavirus pandemic. The Democratic Party

27 May 13:35 Punch Newspapers 3524240994766422632.html
Tropical Storm Bertha forms near South Carolina coast

27 May 13:02 1 article

Tropical Storm Bertha forms near South Carolina coast

Tropical storm conditions are forecast to reach the coast within the next few hours.

27 May 13:02 Yahoo 7097669637897541945.html
Russian Jets Blocked US Plane in Unsafe Maneuvers Over Mediterranean, Navy Says

27 May 13:47 1 article

Russian Jets Blocked US Plane in Unsafe Maneuvers Over Mediterranean, Navy Says

It was the third time in two months that Russian aircraft have intercepted Navy aircraft in the Sixth Fleet of operations.

27 May 13:47 Yahoo 7097669637130287153.html
Country should ‘move on’ from Dominic Cummings row, Newark MP Robert Jenrick says

27 May 13:29 1 article

Country should ‘move on’ from Dominic Cummings row, Newark MP Robert Jenrick says

He also insisted the special adviser should not resign

27 May 13:29 NottinghamshireLive 5149776702083550074.html
Pro-independence Wings Over Scotland blogger loses Kezia Dugdale defamation battle in Scotland’s highest civil court

27 May 13:52 1 article

Pro-independence Wings Over Scotland blogger loses Kezia Dugdale defamation battle in Scotland’s highest civil court

A PRO-independence blogger has lost his defamation battle against Kezia Dugdale in Scotland’s highest civil court. Stuart Campbell, who blogs as Wings Over Scotland, believed the former Scottish La…

27 May 13:52 The Scottish Sun 6609127674658997868.html
Toronto rapper Houdini identified as victim of deadly downtown shooting

27 May 13:51 1 article

Toronto rapper Houdini identified as victim of deadly downtown shooting

Police have identified the victim of a "very brazen" daylight shooting in the city's downtown core as 21-year-old Toronto rapper Houdini.

27 May 13:51 Toronto 5211060988961295716.html
Collision Involving Train And Pedestrian, Tawa - Wellington

27 May 13:29 1 article

Collision Involving Train And Pedestrian, Tawa - Wellington

Emergency services are responding to a collision between a train and a person at a level crossing near the intersection of Hinau Street and McClellan Street in Tawa.

27 May 13:29 SCOOP 5315658998932200444.html
IN PHOTOS: Makati police raid illegal COVID-19 clinic, arrest 2 fake doctors

27 May 13:27 1 article

IN PHOTOS: Makati police raid illegal COVID-19 clinic, arrest 2 fake doctors

Cops say there were 4 patients in the illicit infirmary

27 May 13:27 Rappler 1882105642326140198.html
China to loosen flight restrictions after outcry from stranded citizens

27 May 13:45 1 article

China to loosen flight restrictions after outcry from stranded citizens

Starting June 2020, the number of permitted flights in China will nearly triple to 407 per week

27 May 13:45 Rappler 1882105643232876550.html
AFP will not lay charges against Annika Smethurst over publishing of classified intelligence documents

27 May 13:03 1 article

AFP will not lay charges against Annika Smethurst over publishing of classified intelligence documents

No charges will be laid against Annika Smethurst after Australian Federal Police investigated her use of leaked documents in an article.

27 May 13:03 The New Daily 5848147787100389978.html
Coronavirus: ICC denies T20 World Cup postponement reports

27 May 13:04 1 article

Coronavirus: ICC denies T20 World Cup postponement reports

Cricket's world governing body the ICC says the plan is still for the T20 World Cup to go ahead as scheduled.

27 May 13:04 sportskeeda 1601194028849871256.html
Three arrested after €700k cash and €30k worth of drugs seized

27 May 13:46 1 article

Three arrested after €700k cash and €30k worth of drugs seized

Gardaí have arrested three men after they intercepted a vehicle on Collins Avenue in Dublin nine with €700,000 in cash and €30,000 worth of drugs

27 May 13:46 Buzz.ie 7092425146978799916.html
Madras HC Declares Late Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa’s Nephew, Niece As Her 2nd Line Legal Heirs

27 May 13:56 1 article

Madras HC Declares Late Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa’s Nephew, Niece As Her 2nd Line Legal Heirs

The HC suggested that part of Jayalalithaa’s residence could be used as the CMO & part to be turned into a memorial.

27 May 13:56 Swarajya 4977622830287258418.html
World coronavirus death toll tops 350,000

27 May 13:54 1 article

World coronavirus death toll tops 350,000

World coronavirus death toll tops 350,000

27 May 13:54 Dunya News 5863268917836446270.html
With record 817 fresh cases, Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 18,000-mark

27 May 13:12 3 articles

With record 817 fresh cases, Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 18,000-mark

The death toll in the state increased to 133 after six more fatalities were reported since Tuesday.Of the new cases reported, 138 patients were returnees from Maharashtra followed by one from Telangana and other states who were tested positive in the state

27 May 13:12 Livemint 6614605818754521154.html
Covid-19 Cases In Ladakh Rise To 54

Another person tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Leh district, taking the number of cases in Ladakh to 54 on Wednesday, the Health Department said

27 May 13:13 Kashmir Observer 1268422871016351704.html
New District Hospital turns out to be a boon for COVID-19 patients

Mysore/Mysuru: The New District Hospital on KRS road, Metagalli, has turned out to be a boon for COVID-19 affected patients of Mysuru district. Following the outbreak of the deadly Novel Coronavirus pandemic in the district in March, the District authorities had turned Jayadeva Cardiology Hospital block in K.R. Hospital premises which was vacant after it...

27 May 13:12 Star of Mysore 1698039377160823531.html
Covid-19: CBSE students who moved amid lockdown can take Class 10, Class 12 exams from new location

27 May 13:58 2 articles

Covid-19: CBSE students who moved amid lockdown can take Class 10, Class 12 exams from new location

HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal said the students should contact their schools to inform them about where they wish to take the exams.

27 May 13:58 Scroll.in 8669301693842533393.html
Good news for students: HRD Minister says CBSE X and XII candidates can give exams in their own states

Class 10 and 12 students who have moved to a different state or district when schools were closed during the COVID-19-induced lockdown can appear for pending board exams there only, Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' announced on Wednesday.

27 May 13:32 Free Press Journal 9080771787185327616.html
Mumbai: Meeting of Maha Vikas Aghadi begins at CM Thackeray's Varsha bungalow

27 May 13:26 2 articles

Mumbai: Meeting of Maha Vikas Aghadi begins at CM Thackeray's Varsha bungalow

Mumbai: Meeting of Maha Vikas Aghadi begins at CM Thackeray's Varsha bungalow: The meeting of Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has begun at Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray's Varsha bungalow residence and senior leaders of alliance partners are in attendance amid reports of a rift between alliance partners.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

27 May 13:26 Lokmat English 4809197830087613612.html
Rahul Gandhi calls CM Thackeray, assures full support to Maha amid COVID-19 crisis

Rahul Gandhi calls CM Thackeray, assures full support to Maha amid COVID-19 crisis: Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray held a meeting with his alliance partners amid speculations of a rift in MVA .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

27 May 13:54 Lokmat English 4809197829504663169.html
Minister cannot say whether all primary pupils will return before summer holidays

27 May 13:16 1 article

Minister cannot say whether all primary pupils will return before summer holidays

It was previously announced that all primary school pupils in England should be able to go back to school for a month before the summer break began in July and August

27 May 13:16 men 6694993429208412375.html
COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed to curb its spread: Health experts

27 May 13:02 1 article

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed to curb its spread: Health experts

While Jha exuded confidence that a vaccine will be available in a year's time, Prof Giesecke said India should practice a lockdown that is as 'soft' as possible, as a severe lockdown will ruin its economy very quickly.

27 May 13:02 The Financial Express 1288289579698136565.html
Former TTC boss Andy Byford to head up London's transportation system

27 May 13:44 1 article

Former TTC boss Andy Byford to head up London's transportation system

Former TTC boss Andy Byford will take over as London’s transport commissioner, dashing the hopes of some Torontonians who had openly speculated about whether he might return to Canada following a nearly two year-run as head of New York City’s subway system.

27 May 13:44 CP24 1887544295603263406.html
ALL McDonald’s drive-thrus in Suffolk to reopen next week

27 May 13:05 1 article

ALL McDonald’s drive-thrus in Suffolk to reopen next week

More than 1,000 McDonald’s drive-thru restaurants, including all sites in Suffolk, will be reopened to the public from next week.

27 May 13:05 East Anglian Daily Times 681138151658845459.html
Lapses in handling human crisis: Supreme Court to Centre on miseries of migrants

27 May 13:46 1 article

Lapses in handling human crisis: Supreme Court to Centre on miseries of migrants

The court also issued notice to all the states and UTs, directing them to submit their response by Thursday.

27 May 13:46 The Asian Age 2126266545553052144.html
Kolkata Knight Riders pledge support in aftermath of cyclone Amphan

27 May 13:03 1 article

Kolkata Knight Riders pledge support in aftermath of cyclone Amphan

IPL franchise co-owned by Shah Rukh Khan to plant trees, offer financial help

27 May 13:03 Gulf News 2086521544320878166.html
Mumbai returnee tag stigmatises guest workers

27 May 13:28 1 article

Mumbai returnee tag stigmatises guest workers

Villagers are scared that guest workers returned from places with high number of corona positives will spread the virus

27 May 13:28 The Asian Age 2126266543955202826.html
China says situation at India border ‘overall stable and controllable’

27 May 13:19 1 article

China says situation at India border ‘overall stable and controllable’

Nagaland Page is an English newspaper published from Dimapur, Nagaland.

27 May 13:19 Nagaland Page 3615638285153501429.html
Ladakh standoff: India-China engaged in diplomatic parleys

27 May 13:03 1 article

Ladakh standoff: India-China engaged in diplomatic parleys

The stand-off, if not resolved soon, has the potential of negating all recent gains achieved by recent summits between the two countries

27 May 13:03 The Asian Age 2126266545857515647.html
Coronavirus: Odisha man shunned by villagers, forced to live in his car despite testing negative for COVID-19

27 May 13:57 1 article

Coronavirus: Odisha man shunned by villagers, forced to live in his car despite testing negative for COVID-19

India: Rise in cases of social boycott due to fear of coronavirus

27 May 13:57 Gulf News 2086521544632208872.html
Identify private hospitals to treat COVID-19 patients for free or at nominal cost: SC to Centre

27 May 13:21 1 article

Identify private hospitals to treat COVID-19 patients for free or at nominal cost: SC to Centre

Nagaland Page is an English newspaper published from Dimapur, Nagaland.

27 May 13:21 Nagaland Page 3615638286561302866.html