esp Criminal gangs 'actively targeting organisations responding to Covid-19 pandemic', Dominic Raab says By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T15:25:00Z Dominic Raab has said that criminal gangs are "actively targeting" both national and international organisations responding to the Covid-19 pandemic. Full Article
esp Queen discusses Australian coronavirus response with Prime Minister Scott Morrison By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T20:27:39Z The Queen has spoken to Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison to discuss how the country is fighting coronavirus. Full Article
esp 'Despicable' thieves swipe £130 from 100-year-old woman after claiming their football had gone into her garden By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T06:23:32Z A man and a woman tricked their way into a 100-year-old woman's home and stole more than £100 in what police branded a "despicable" crime. Full Article
esp Donald Trump doesn't wear face covering on tour of mask factory despite sign saying they're required By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T00:17:00Z Donald Trump toured a new medical mask factory without wearing a face covering, despite a sign at the facility making clear they were required. Full Article
esp Boris Johnson pays respects to fallen soldiers to mark VE Day on visit to Westminster Abbey By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-07T19:38:00Z Boris Johnson has paid his respects to fallen soldiers ahead of the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day on a visit to Westminster Abbey. Full Article
esp Trump admin’s botched pandemic response detailed in whistleblower complaint By arstechnica.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:25:09 +0000 Ex-official alleges cronyism, says warnings about supply shortages were ignored. Full Article Features Policy Science coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic rick bright Trump whistleblower complaint
esp Comcast waives data cap until at least June 30 in response to pandemic By arstechnica.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 21:54:33 +0000 Comcast hasn't enforced data cap since March 13 because of pandemic. Full Article Biz & IT Comcast data cap pandemic
esp Police Watchdog Wants Answers on VPD’s Response to Lord Byng Racist Video (in News) By feeds.feedblitz.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 22:01:00Z Police complaints commissioner raises questions about explanation for not recommending criminal charges. Related StoriesVancouver School Trustee’s Anti-Hate Motion Headed for Full Board Vote (in News)Black Activists Taking Vancouver School Board to Human Rights Court (in News)Did Lord Byng, School District Follow Threat Assessment Rules after Racist Video? (in News) Full Article
esp Genes could affect body's coronavirus response, research on twins suggests By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-27T14:36:25Z DNA blueprint 50-per-cent responsible for presentation of key coronavirus symptoms, study finds Full Article
esp Coronavirus Lockdown 3.0: Suspension of labour laws by fiat can only be an immediate-term response to the... - Firstpost By news.google.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 10:43:31 GMT Coronavirus Lockdown 3.0: Suspension of labour laws by fiat can only be an immediate-term response to the... FirstpostOdisha govt extends work shift to 12 hours The HinduNow, Maharashtra tweaks labour laws to increase working hours The HinduView Full coverage on Google News Full Article
esp Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin claims responsibility for Handwara attack, says `India has upper ha... - Zee News By news.google.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 15:34:26 GMT Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin claims responsibility for Handwara attack, says `India has upper ha... Zee NewsRiyaz Naikoo’s killing a shock, says Hizbul Mujahideen boss Syed Salahuddin Hindustan TimesKashmir clashes continue for third day over killing of top rebel Al Jazeera EnglishAfter Operation 'Jackboot', Hizbul chief Sayeed Salahudeen says 'India has the upper hand' [VIDEO] Times NowSituation calm in Kashmir valley, mobile internet still remains suspended Top Live NewsView Full coverage on Google News Full Article
esp Multi-unit housing starts up in some parts of Canada in April despite COVID-19 By www.ctvnews.ca Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 10:29:45 -0400 Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says construction of multi-unit housing projects remained strong in some provinces last month despite the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
esp 'Never give up, never despair': Queen Elizabeth II's speech recalls royal father, WWII victory in 1945 By rssfeeds.usatoday.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 21:14:10 +0000 Britons marked the 75th anniversary of WWII victory with a speech by Queen Elizabeth II, the only British leader left who was there on May 8, 1945. Full Article
esp Andy Serkis delighted by response to live Hobbit charity reading By uk.movies.yahoo.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 09:50:12 GMT His fundraising target has now been increased to £250,000. Full Article
esp Characters who had a huge impact despite only being on screen for minutes By uk.movies.yahoo.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 16:19:18 GMT These characters made a huge impact in iconic movies, despite not being on the screen for very long. Full Article
esp Dentists warn 'desperate' people will try 'DIY dentistry' if the government doesn't give access to emergency treatment By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-16T08:32:45Z 'It's inevitable many desperate patients will resort to 'DIY dentistry' Full Article
esp Republicans trying to strip Democratic governors of authority on COVID-19 response By globalnews.ca Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 15:33:01 +0000 The efforts to undermine Democratic governors who invoked stay-at-home orders are most pronounced in states such as Wisconsin, Michigan and Pennsylvania, all three of which have divided government and are key to President Donald Trump's path to reelection. Full Article Health Politics World Coronavirus COVID-19 democratic response coronavirus Democrats Donald Trump GOP republican response coronavirus Republicans
esp Despite jarring jobs numbers, Canada, U.S. charting different courses By www.ctvnews.ca Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 13:32:00 -0400 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says it's a fundamental principle of life in Canada that no one should have to go to work if they don't feel safe doing so. Full Article
esp Prison charities sue Government over 'unlawful' response to coronavirus as number of inmates with Covid-19 hits 255 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-17T14:11:00Z Some 138 prison staff have also contracted the virus in 49 prisons as well as seven prisoner escort and custody services staff. Full Article
esp Dominic Raab to be grilled over Government's handling of coronavirus crisis amid calls for probe into 'slow response' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-22T00:05:00Z Dominic Raab will today be grilled over the Government's handling of the coronavirus crisis amid calls for an inquiry into its "slow response". Full Article
esp Keir Starmer accuses Boris Johnson of 'slow' response to coronavirus outbreak as he demands twice as many tests By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-01T09:19:00Z Read the full interview HERE Full Article
esp Theresa May hits out at world leaders for 'incoherent international response' to coronavirus pandemic By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T07:34:00Z Theresa May has hit out at world leaders for failing "to forge a coherent international response" to the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
esp Government misses 100,000 tests target for fourth day running despite Boris Johnson's pledge for double by end of month By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T15:36:00Z He also said he "bitterly regrets" the crisis in care homes, where staff have hit out at a lack of testing and PPE. The latest figures show that nursing home fatalities are continuing to rise, standing at 2,794 in the week to April 24, despite deaths in all settings beginning to fall. Full Article
esp Government fails to hit 100,000 coronavirus test target for fifth day despite Boris Johnson's vow for double By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-07T15:42:00Z The Government has failed to meet its 100,000 coronavirus daily testing target for the fifth day running as criticism mounts on ministers to bolster supplies. Full Article
esp In Belarus, World War II Victory Parade Will Go On Despite Rise In COVID-19 Cases By www.npr.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 12:23:48 -0400 Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has dismissed the pandemic as mass "psychosis" — a disease easily cured with a bit of vodka, a hot sauna or spending time playing hockey or doing farm work. Full Article
esp Trump disbanding coronavirus task force despite growing number of U.S. cases By news.yahoo.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 16:01:51 -0400 President Trump is looking to wind down the White House coronavirus task force in the coming weeks despite the fact that the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. continues to rise. Full Article
esp Yahoo News/YouGov poll: Most Americans deny Trump virus response is a 'success' — nearly half say Obama would be doing better By news.yahoo.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 09:43:16 -0400 The unfavorable comparison between the current president and his predecessor is one of the clearest signs to date of an emerging dynamic that will define the remainder of Trump’s term and the presidential election. Full Article
esp Kentucky banned 'Fortnite' from esports because of guns but swords and lasers are fine By rssfeeds.usatoday.com Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 15:25:00 +0000 Kentucky high schools have banned popular video game "Fortnite" from esports competitions, but other games that don't involve gun play are allowed. Full Article
esp Esports' Overwatch League cancels first homestands of 2020 season in China due to coronavirus By rssfeeds.usatoday.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 16:56:53 +0000 The Overwatch League canceled its esports matches scheduled for February and March in China because of the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
esp Eamonn Holmes responds to backlash over 5G coronavirus controversy By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-14T08:53:00Z Ofcom received over 400 complaints about the presenter's remarks on the conspiracy theory Full Article
esp American Idol to continue despite coronavirus with contestants performing from home By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-14T20:59:56Z Live shows will begin this month Full Article
esp Strictly Come Dancing judge hopes new series will go ahead despite coronavirus crisis By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-23T10:16:00Z 'I know everyone at home will be willing it to go on because it's such a great show' Full Article
esp SAS: Who Dares Wins host Ant Middleton responds to backlash over coronavirus remarks By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-30T08:40:00Z 'Mistakes happen, and we all make them. What's important, though, is that you own them' Full Article
esp Tiger King: Joel McHale responds to 'weird' backlash over Joe Exotic question in Netflix special By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-01T13:31:49Z Comedian said he got 'such s***' for suggesting tiger trader deserves his prison sentence Full Article
esp EastEnders star Adam Woodyatt reveals brutal response to people who bodyshame him in public By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-01T06:40:00Z Actor shared two recent fan encounters that left him furious Full Article
esp The Last Dance: Obama on-screen description updated after it was dubbed 'disrespectful' By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-04T07:19:48Z Former US president described as merely 'Former Chicago Resident' in previous episodes of series Full Article
esp UPDATE: Arkansas venue plans concert despite state's virus limits... By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: 2020-05-09T15:46:40Z UPDATE: Arkansas venue plans concert despite state's virus limits... (Third column, 9th story, link) Full Article
esp Panicked over 'murder hornets,' people killing native bees we desperately need... By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: 2020-05-09T15:46:38Z Panicked over 'murder hornets,' people killing native bees we desperately need... (Second column, 8th story, link) Related stories:Traps put out across America... Full Article
esp Desperate times call for desperate measures: how far sport will go to resume play | Scott Heinrich By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2020-05-08T20:00:36Z From hosting the remainder of the Premier League season in Perth to the UFC Fight Island concept, ideas have ranged from bold to crazy“When you’re going through hell, keep going.” Winston Churchill might not have had the coronavirus pandemic in mind when trotting out that particular gem, but trust him to find the right words almost a century before the fact. The Churchillian equivalent of “keep calm and carry on” is a mantra embraced by much of society right now, and sport is no different.While health remains the primary concern in all walks of life, sporting bodies the world over have found themselves engaged in sessions of radical thinking to stave off looming economic ruin. In what predicament other than a global crisis could the term “NRL Island” be anything other than a genius concept for reality television? Continue reading... Full Article Sport Australia sport Coronavirus outbreak
esp Sam Smith responds to backlash over 'quarantine meltdown' photo By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-17T15:09:00Z The singer said their post had been badly timed Full Article
esp Apple dominates the smartwatch market as sales rise despite COVID-19 pandemic, report says By rssfeeds.usatoday.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 13:55:47 +0000 Apple holds 55% market share in the smartwatch category followed by Samsung and Garmin. Sales rose despite the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
esp Wizz Air resumes London flights to European destinations despite lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T12:17:00Z The Government has faced pressure from airline bosses, tour firms and passengers to offer certainty around refunds for cancelled Easter and summer holidays. Full Article
esp The biggest threat to Brazil's coronavirus response is its own president, says The Lancet By www.telegraph.co.uk Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 13:00:01 GMT Full Article structure:news structure:news/world-news topics:in-the-news/coronavirus topics:people/jair-bolsonaro topics:places/brazil storytype:standard
esp Lebanese Muslim spokesperson blasts politician for inciting 'bigotry' By mashable.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Nov 2016 06:47:43 +0000 A note to politicians: Stop blaming an entire race, creed, religion or any other social group for the actions of the radicalised. Australia's Lebanese Muslim Association President, Samier Dandan, said as much Tuesday when he responded to claims by Australia's own Immigration Minister Peter Dutton. The minister called out Lebanese Australians during parliament on Monday, responding to the wry question "Which group of people, from which country, does the minister believe should not have been allowed into Australia?" His response was unbelievable. "The advice I have is that out of the last 33 people who have been charged with terrorist-related offences in this country, 22 of those people are from second and third generation Lebanese-Muslim background." Read more...More about Racism, Muslims, Australian Politics, Lma, and Lebanese Australians Full Article Racism Muslims Australian Politics Lma Lebanese Australians
esp Despite backlash, loot boxes could be essential to gaming’s future By arstechnica.com Published On :: Wed, 02 May 2018 19:04:55 +0000 Analysis sees loot box spending ballooning 62 percent, to $47 billion, by 2022. Full Article Gaming & Culture business gaming loot boxes
esp RB Leipzig chief responds to Timo Werner to Liverpool transfer talk By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-10T10:47:42Z RB Leipzig chief executive Oliver Mintzlaff insists he is calm over the future of Timo Werner amid speculation linking the forward with Liverpool and Chelsea. Full Article
esp Sebastiano Esposito and Fifa 20's best young strikers with potential By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-13T08:54:33Z You have loaded up a new Fifa 20 career and are ready to delve into the transfer market... but now what? Full Article
esp Frank Lampard 'proud' to be Chelsea manager after rapid response to the coronavirus crisis By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-13T15:55:10Z Frank Lampard has reiterated his pride at managing Chelsea after their rapid response to the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
esp Willian commits to Chelsea until the end of the season despite contract uncertainty By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-17T10:22:59Z Willian has confirmed he is committed to seeing out the season at Chelsea. Full Article
esp James Maddison hints he is happy to stay at Leicester despite Manchester United interest By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-18T14:26:31Z James Maddison has offered no indication he is looking to leave Leicester despite interest from Manchester United. Full Article