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Cyclone Amphan: 12 districts in Odisha on alert
- May 17, 2020
Meanwhile, the state government has put 12 coastal districts - Gajapati, Ganjam, Puri, Khurda, Jajpur, Nayagarh, Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, Jagatsinghpur, Mayurbhanj and Cuttack on alert for the cyclone. "If required, evacuation of people will be undertaken in view of the situation", he was quoted as saying by PTI. Wind speed along and off the coastal areas of West Bengal will reach 45 to 55 kmph with gusts of 65 kmph from May 19 afternoon and will gradually increase to 75 to 85 kmph ... (more...)
- May 17, 2020
Meanwhile, the state government has put 12 coastal districts - Gajapati, Ganjam, Puri, Khurda, Jajpur, Nayagarh, Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, Jagatsinghpur, Mayurbhanj and Cuttack on alert for the cyclone. "If required, evacuation of people will be undertaken in view of the situation", he was quoted as saying by PTI. Wind speed along and off the coastal areas of West Bengal will reach 45 to 55 kmph with gusts of 65 kmph from May 19 afternoon and will gradually increase to 75 to 85 kmph ... (more...)
Multiple firefighters injured by explosion in Downtown Los Angeles, several buildings involved
- May 17, 2020
Firefighters were seen pouring water on the flames from outside, unable to go inside the burning buildings. Live video on local station KNBC-TV showed the fire was still active as of 7 p.m. The condition of the injured was not immediately known. The LAFD said firefighters had arrived to reports of a one-story commercial building with smoke showing. (more...)
- May 17, 2020
Firefighters were seen pouring water on the flames from outside, unable to go inside the burning buildings. Live video on local station KNBC-TV showed the fire was still active as of 7 p.m. The condition of the injured was not immediately known. The LAFD said firefighters had arrived to reports of a one-story commercial building with smoke showing. (more...)
Government gives go-ahead for Phase 1 of reopening Ireland
- May 17, 2020
The proposals were designed so that pubs that could facilitate the measures outlined in them could reopen by the end of June, or Phase 3 of the Government roadmap, when cafes and restaurants will be permitted to reopen provided they comply with social distancing and strict cleaning protocols. (more...)
- May 17, 2020
The proposals were designed so that pubs that could facilitate the measures outlined in them could reopen by the end of June, or Phase 3 of the Government roadmap, when cafes and restaurants will be permitted to reopen provided they comply with social distancing and strict cleaning protocols. (more...)
Trump threatens to cut ties with China
- May 17, 2020
A report out Monday from the National Committee on US-China Relations and the Rhodium Group consultancy found that China's direct investment in the US dropped from $5.4 billion in 2018 to $5 billion last year, the lowest level since the recession year of 2009. (more...)
- May 17, 2020
A report out Monday from the National Committee on US-China Relations and the Rhodium Group consultancy found that China's direct investment in the US dropped from $5.4 billion in 2018 to $5 billion last year, the lowest level since the recession year of 2009. (more...)
Governor Cuomo announces Vernon Downs can reopen on June 1st, without fans
- May 17, 2020
Gov. Andrew Cuomo says to expect to see an increase in COVID-19 cases statewide as the state reopens and the weather improves. But residents are still advised to observe social distancing and to wear masks. Earlier this week, New York Mayor De Blasio predicted that residents of Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Manhattan, and Brooklyn may have to wait until June "unless something miraculous happens". (more...)
- May 17, 2020
Gov. Andrew Cuomo says to expect to see an increase in COVID-19 cases statewide as the state reopens and the weather improves. But residents are still advised to observe social distancing and to wear masks. Earlier this week, New York Mayor De Blasio predicted that residents of Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Manhattan, and Brooklyn may have to wait until June "unless something miraculous happens". (more...)
Obama to deliver two graduation speeches to HBCU, high school students
- May 17, 2020
ET on May 16 on the HBCUStudent website . "Let's be honest: A disease like this just spotlights the underlying inequalities and extra burdens that black communities have historically had to deal with in this country", Obama said. Obama was referencing the killing of Ahmaud Arbery , a black man who his family says was out for a jog when he was chased and fatally shot by two white men in late February. (more...)
- May 17, 2020
ET on May 16 on the HBCUStudent website . "Let's be honest: A disease like this just spotlights the underlying inequalities and extra burdens that black communities have historically had to deal with in this country", Obama said. Obama was referencing the killing of Ahmaud Arbery , a black man who his family says was out for a jog when he was chased and fatally shot by two white men in late February. (more...)
India overtakes China in number of coronavirus cases
- May 17, 2020
Small clusters of new cases are still popping up elsewhere in China. The day's death toll was 105, back in three digits after dropping to 99 on Thursday. Karnataka reported 69 new cases, taking its tally to 1,056, including 36 deaths. Chennai has more than half the cases in the state, 5,946 cases as of Friday. (more...)
- May 17, 2020
Small clusters of new cases are still popping up elsewhere in China. The day's death toll was 105, back in three digits after dropping to 99 on Thursday. Karnataka reported 69 new cases, taking its tally to 1,056, including 36 deaths. Chennai has more than half the cases in the state, 5,946 cases as of Friday. (more...)
4-magnitude quake rattles Nevada
- May 16, 2020
There were no immediate reports of injury, but part of US 95 was closed as state troopers and sheriff's deputies from Esmeralda and Mineral counties checked that highway and State Route 360 for possible damage, the Mineral County sheriff's office said . (more...)
- May 16, 2020
There were no immediate reports of injury, but part of US 95 was closed as state troopers and sheriff's deputies from Esmeralda and Mineral counties checked that highway and State Route 360 for possible damage, the Mineral County sheriff's office said . (more...)
Iran jails French academic six years
- May 16, 2020
Fariba Adelkhah was "sentenced to five years for gathering and conspiring against national security, and one year for propaganda against the Islamic republic", Said Dehghan said. There was no immediate confirmation of Ms Adelkhah's conviction or sentence from the Iranian judiciary on Saturday. The French Foreign Ministry issued a statement saying: "This sentencing is not based on any serious element or fact and is thus a political decision". (more...)
- May 16, 2020
Fariba Adelkhah was "sentenced to five years for gathering and conspiring against national security, and one year for propaganda against the Islamic republic", Said Dehghan said. There was no immediate confirmation of Ms Adelkhah's conviction or sentence from the Iranian judiciary on Saturday. The French Foreign Ministry issued a statement saying: "This sentencing is not based on any serious element or fact and is thus a political decision". (more...)
Italy to reopen borders for tourists in early June - International
- May 16, 2020
Some Italian regions had called for a swifter easing of restrictions, but Prime Minister Conte said they would be relaxed gradually to avoid a second wave of cases. But on Wednesday, the European Union set out plans for a phased restart of summer travel, urging member states to reopen its internal borders, while recommending that external borders remain shut for most travel until at least the middle of June. (more...)
- May 16, 2020
Some Italian regions had called for a swifter easing of restrictions, but Prime Minister Conte said they would be relaxed gradually to avoid a second wave of cases. But on Wednesday, the European Union set out plans for a phased restart of summer travel, urging member states to reopen its internal borders, while recommending that external borders remain shut for most travel until at least the middle of June. (more...)
Most wanted suspect in Rwandan genocide arrested in France
- May 16, 2020
But the governments of former Presidents Daniel arap Moi and Mwai Kibaki maintained that he was never in the country amid increased worldwide pressure. "For worldwide justice, Kabuga's arrest demonstrates that we can succeed when we have the global community's support". A top United Nations prosecutor welcomed the arrest. (more...)
- May 16, 2020
But the governments of former Presidents Daniel arap Moi and Mwai Kibaki maintained that he was never in the country amid increased worldwide pressure. "For worldwide justice, Kabuga's arrest demonstrates that we can succeed when we have the global community's support". A top United Nations prosecutor welcomed the arrest. (more...)
Dozens of surrogate babies stranded in Ukraine amid lockdown
- May 16, 2020
However, the clip has alarmed the human rights ombudsman for the Ukrainian parliament, Liudmila Denisova, the Daily Mail reported . "About 100 children are already waiting for their parents in different centres of reproductive medicine. "The difficulty stays unresolved, however we're creating a mechanism to get out of the scenario", mentioned Denisova, who met with International Ministry representatives on Thursday. (more...)
- May 16, 2020
However, the clip has alarmed the human rights ombudsman for the Ukrainian parliament, Liudmila Denisova, the Daily Mail reported . "About 100 children are already waiting for their parents in different centres of reproductive medicine. "The difficulty stays unresolved, however we're creating a mechanism to get out of the scenario", mentioned Denisova, who met with International Ministry representatives on Thursday. (more...)
COVID-19: India Crosses China's Tally, Over 85,000 Cases Reported
- May 16, 2020
In terms of recoveries, while more than 79,273 people have recovered in China at a recovery rate of 94.3 per cent, India has recorded a recovery rate of 35 per cent with over 30,000 patients discharged so far - one of the highest among most-affected countries. (more...)
- May 16, 2020
In terms of recoveries, while more than 79,273 people have recovered in China at a recovery rate of 94.3 per cent, India has recorded a recovery rate of 35 per cent with over 30,000 patients discharged so far - one of the highest among most-affected countries. (more...)
Slovenia becomes first European country to proclaim end to coronavirus epidemic
- May 16, 2020
The Slovenian government's decision to declare the end of the COVID-19 epidemic has surprised many, and the government spokesman said on Friday that the decision was based, among other things, on the improved situation in Europe and dialogue between Slovenian and Croatian epidemiologists. (more...)
- May 16, 2020
The Slovenian government's decision to declare the end of the COVID-19 epidemic has surprised many, and the government spokesman said on Friday that the decision was based, among other things, on the improved situation in Europe and dialogue between Slovenian and Croatian epidemiologists. (more...)
Philippines evacuates 200,000 people as Typhoon Vongfong makes landfall
- May 16, 2020
A powerful typhoon hit the central Philippines yesterday, forcing a complicated and risky evacuation of tens of thousands of people, many of them heading to cramped shelters without proper safety gear to guard against the coronavirus. In the northeastern Bicol region, more than 145,000 villagers have fled or were moved by disaster-response teams to dozens of emergency shelters, mostly school buildings, Office of Civil Defence director Claudio Yucot said. (more...)
- May 16, 2020
A powerful typhoon hit the central Philippines yesterday, forcing a complicated and risky evacuation of tens of thousands of people, many of them heading to cramped shelters without proper safety gear to guard against the coronavirus. In the northeastern Bicol region, more than 145,000 villagers have fled or were moved by disaster-response teams to dozens of emergency shelters, mostly school buildings, Office of Civil Defence director Claudio Yucot said. (more...)
Steve Linick: Trump fires state department inspector general
- May 16, 2020
The White House fired the State Department Inspector General late Friday, according to a State Department spokesperson and a senior congressional aide - the latest senior US official involved in the impeachment probe into President Donald Trump to be forced out by his administration. (more...)
- May 16, 2020
The White House fired the State Department Inspector General late Friday, according to a State Department spokesperson and a senior congressional aide - the latest senior US official involved in the impeachment probe into President Donald Trump to be forced out by his administration. (more...)
First Covid-19 case found in Bangladesh camps
- May 16, 2020
The civil surgeon on Thursday said two Rohingya refugees contracted the virus but later the authorities confirmed that one refugee tested positive while the other patient was a Bangladeshi. "Now that the virus has entered the world's largest refugee settlement in Cox's Bazar we are looking at the very real prospect that thousands of people may die from Covid-19", Dr Shamim Jahan, Save the Children's health director in Bangladesh, said in a statement . (more...)
- May 16, 2020
The civil surgeon on Thursday said two Rohingya refugees contracted the virus but later the authorities confirmed that one refugee tested positive while the other patient was a Bangladeshi. "Now that the virus has entered the world's largest refugee settlement in Cox's Bazar we are looking at the very real prospect that thousands of people may die from Covid-19", Dr Shamim Jahan, Save the Children's health director in Bangladesh, said in a statement . (more...)
Donald Trump blames Obama for conspiracy on Twitter; calls it `Obamagate`
- May 16, 2020
Under orders from Attorney General William Barr in 2019, U.S. Attorney John Durham initiated a probe of the Russian Federation investigation origins. Right. It was surveilling the ambassador and heard when he made contact with Flynn. "You know what the crime is, the crime is very obvious to everybody". (more...)
- May 16, 2020
Under orders from Attorney General William Barr in 2019, U.S. Attorney John Durham initiated a probe of the Russian Federation investigation origins. Right. It was surveilling the ambassador and heard when he made contact with Flynn. "You know what the crime is, the crime is very obvious to everybody". (more...)
Coronavirus | India surpasses China’s COVID-19 tally
- May 16, 2020
Afghanistan's Public Health Ministry has registered 414 new positive cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the number of patients infected with the disease to 6,053, deputy to spokesman for the ministry Tawhid Shakohmand said. It has risen to 1,367 in Telangana, 971 in Jammu and Kashmir, 959 in Karnataka, 940 in Bihar and 793 in Haryana. Kerala has reported 524 coronavirus cases so far, while Odisha has 437 cases. (more...)
- May 16, 2020
Afghanistan's Public Health Ministry has registered 414 new positive cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the number of patients infected with the disease to 6,053, deputy to spokesman for the ministry Tawhid Shakohmand said. It has risen to 1,367 in Telangana, 971 in Jammu and Kashmir, 959 in Karnataka, 940 in Bihar and 793 in Haryana. Kerala has reported 524 coronavirus cases so far, while Odisha has 437 cases. (more...)
Trump Says He ‘Totally’ Disagrees With Fauci on When to Reopen Schools
- May 16, 2020
The U.S has 56.6 million elementary, middle, and high school-going kids (20 per cent of the population) and their being shuttered at home also constrains the many parents in the country's 162 million work force. Biden has long criticized Trump's approach to handling the coronavirus. Vice President Mike Pence said in a tweet the the leaders of institutions in higher education are now making plans to open by this fall. (more...)
- May 16, 2020
The U.S has 56.6 million elementary, middle, and high school-going kids (20 per cent of the population) and their being shuttered at home also constrains the many parents in the country's 162 million work force. Biden has long criticized Trump's approach to handling the coronavirus. Vice President Mike Pence said in a tweet the the leaders of institutions in higher education are now making plans to open by this fall. (more...)
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