U.N. calls on North Korea to release abductees in 50-year-old hijacking case

SEOUL, Feb. 14 (UPI) -- A panel of human rights experts from the United Nations is calling on North Korea to repatriate 11 South Koreans who were abducted on a hijacked plane 50 years ago.

What Iran's attacks on American bases tell us about China's missile program

The belief that Chinese missiles are numerous, but inaccurate, is likely now outdated.

Is COVID-19 a 'black swan'?

The Chernobyl disaster played a big part in making the Soviet public ripe for regime change. Could the coronavirus have a similar effect in China?

New York museum honors city's rich basketball history

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar smiled as he rattled off the names of his former high school teammates and opponents. The Hall of Fame center was intently watching vid

1 in 10 Americans admit to using ‘stalkerware’ to monitor their partners

A poll by NortonLifeLoc found one in 10 Americans use stalkerware to monitor their partners’ text messages, phone calls, direct messages, and more.

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner's Baby: Everything We Know So Far

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner are expecting a baby in the summer of 2020. Here's what we know.

Ashley Graham, Multitasker, Works, Drinks Coffee, and Breastfeeds All At Once

New mom and all-around badass Ashley Graham isn't shying away from the realities of motherhood. Last night she shared a photo of her breastfeeding and having coffee out in public.

The Best Romantic Movies on Netflix for Every Kind of Vibe

We compiled the best romantic movies on Netflix in every category, from indie tearjerkers to feel-good musical films.

Chrissy Teigen's Daughter Demands a Haircut From Jen Atkin for $5

Luna Legend, the budding singer/model/dancer/EGOT winner who happens to be the daughter of Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, is ready for a haircut.

Kylie Jenner Gets a Super-Short Bob and Jokingly Complains Her Hairstylist "Cut Off All My Hair"

The third Kardashian to get a hair change recently (ICYMI, Kim Kardashian and sister Khloe both went "bronde"), Kylie Jenner got a short bob—the shortest it's been in a while.

Ubisoft Massive Isn’t Looking at PS5 or Xbox Series X for The Division 2

Ubisoft Massive isn't looking to take advantage of the increased hardware power of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X for The Division 2.

Chips are down as Toshiba logs ¥145.63 billion loss for April-December

Toshiba Corp. said Friday it posted a group net loss of ¥145.63 billion ($1.32 billion) in the April-December period due to the sluggish performance of its

'Downhill' makes audience referee Will Ferrell vs. Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Feb. 14 (UPI) -- In Downhill, Pete Stanton (Will Ferrell) abandons his wife Billie (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) and children in an avalanche during a ski trip. The film's writer/directors Nat Faxon and Jim Rash said they want audiences to debate whether Billie or Pete was right after they leave the movie.

On This Day: League of Women Voters formed

On Feb. 14, 1920, the League of Women Voters was formed in Chicago.

Famous birthdays for Feb. 14: Simon Pegg, Michael Bloomberg

Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Those born on this date are under the sign of Aquarius.

Meet The Hu: the Mongolian metal band conquering the world

Never mind the Who, this is The Hu – ready to rock with their unique Mongolian throat singing sound

Climate change could reduce life-spans of hundreds of species

Aging in cold-blooded organisms such as amphibians linked to high temperatures

South Africa call off Pakistan tour due to 'player workload'

"Will honour our commitment as soon as it is reasonably possible," says Cricket South Africa.

'Law of the jungle': Govt's new social media policy comes under criticism in Senate

PPP senator regrets the new rules were not brought before the Senate committee before they were taken to the cabinet.

In pictures: Hearts, flowers and masks — Valentine's Day in the time of coronavirus

The new disease has infected nearly 64,000 people and killed more than 1,350 in China.

'No society can progress without empowering its women,' says Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan

Thanks Pakistanis for their hospitality.

Research: Covid-19 could infect two-thirds of globe

AS THE number of Covid-19 coronavirus cases jumps dramatically in China, a top infectious-disease scientist warns that things could get far worse: Two-thirds of the world’s population could catch it.

Bloomberg: Coronavirus could infect two-thirds of globe, research shows

Even if there were a way to reduce transmission by half, that would still imply that roughly one-third of the world would become infected.

Kinross Gold: Q4 Performance Puts The Company Back On Track

Kinross Gold reports Q4 2019 results.Higher gold price helps and the company delivers significant operating cash flow.Production guidance for the next year is slightly down from 2019 numbers, but Kinr

Sentiment Stays Afloat

The percentage of respondents reporting as bullish has risen to 41.33% from 33.87% last week.Bearish sentiment fell 8.82 percentage points to 26.4%.Neutral sentiment also ticked higher this week, risi

A’s Tony Kemp chose not to be part of Astros’ 2017 sign-stealing

MESA, Ariz. — Called up in September 2017 by Houston, Tony Kemp immediately got asked by teammates whether he wanted to be a part of the Astros’ sign-stealing scheme. His answer was a firm no, and Kemp didn’t feel further pressure to do it.

NBA All-Star Weekend: Five things you need to know about the events

NBA All-Star Weekend kicks off Friday, with a number of events to tune into and things to check out including the annual celebrity game, the Rising Stars Game, the All-Star Saturday Night and the big game itself on Sunday.

UEFA bans Manchester City from Champions League for two seasons

LONDON — English Premier League champion Manchester City was banned by UEFA from the Champions League for two seasons on Friday for "serious breaches" of spending rules and failing to co-operate with investigators i n a seismic ruling against one of world football’s wealthiest clubs.

Blue Jays’ McGuire ‘will definitely’ address fans about arrest, Atkins says

DUNEDIN, Fla. – Toronto Blue Jays catcher Reese McGuire wants to address his recent arrest for exposure of sexual organs once he’s completed the legal process, general manager Ross Atkins said Friday.

Jayson Tatum, Marcus Smart steer Celtics past Clippers in 20T

Jayson Tatum didn't want to smile. But sometimes the moment calls for it. The Celtics were trailing 124-123 in the final minute of overtime in their back-a

Weinstein is an 'abusive rapist' who saw himself as 'master of his universe,' prosecutor says in closing argument

Harvey Weinstein, an "abusive rapist," saw his alleged victims as "ants who he could step on" but ultimately "underestimated" them, lead prosecutor Joan Illuzzi told jurors Friday as his rape trial nears its end. After the defense in Weinstein's trial rested its case earlier this week and made its closing argument Thursday, Illuzzi on Friday began to wrap the prosecution's case, saying the disgraced producer saw himself as "the master of his universe, and the witnesses here were really ants who he could step on without consequences," per The Hollywood Reporter. Weinstein is facing sexual assault and rape charges stemming from the allegations of two women, one of whom alleges he forcibly performed oral sex on her in 2006 and one of whom alleges he raped her in 2013. Four additional accusers testified in the trial. Weinstein's defense has argued the encounters were consensual and throughout the trial has pointed to witnesses maintaining contact with Weinstein. But Illuzzi in her closing argument said Weinstein…

So you want to buy an election?

A short list of things Mike Bloomberg could buy with his campaign money that would improve his election prospects

Stranger Things season 4 teaser confirms a seemingly-dead character's return

He's not dead, Jim! Netflix on Friday dropped a surprise teaser for the fourth season of Stranger Things, which ends with a massive reveal: Jim Hopper is still alive. Stranger Things' third season wrapped up with the emotional apparent death of David Harbour's character, although a popular fan theory suggested he secretly survived. The finale's final scene cryptically referred to an "American" who the Russians were holding prisoner, and although we never see this unidentified person, fans believed it to be Hopper. A teaser released Friday seems to confirm that, showing Hopper at what looks to be a Russian prison camp. Even though Hopper's survival was a popular fan theory, many assumed Netflix would attempt to keep his return a secret up until the release of the new season, similar to how HBO's marketing for Game of Thrones' sixth season kept up the charade that Kit Harington wouldn't be back as Jon Snow. But Netflix has opted for the opposite approach, getting the return of Hopper right out of the way in the…

Nevada volunteers have reportedly received 'few details' about the new 'caucus calculator'

Will the Nevada Democratic caucuses be able to avoid the catastrophe of Iowa? That's the question on everyone's mind eight days out, with early voting set to begin on Saturday. Although Nevada Democrats were originally set to use apps by the same company behind the disastrous Iowa one, CNN reports they'll now use a new tool that they've been "scrambling to promote": a "caucus calculator." Precinct chairs are to use this tool on iPads to "work out viability and delegate results during the caucuses by adding together caucus results and early vote data," CNN writes, although Nevada Democrats said Thursday "caucuses can operate without this calculator." But on Friday, CNN reported that caucus workers and 2020 campaigns are getting "worried" that Nevada Democrats haven't provided many details about how the reporting process will work. "Caucus volunteers have yet to get their hands on the calculator even though they're the ones expected to use it on caucus day, and they have been given few details about it," according…

Bristol Rovers transcript: Ben Garner on 'headaches', Blackpool test and Simon Grayson's sacking

Every word from Ben Garner's pre-Blackpool press conference on Friday.

Vandal sprays paint on two cars and a house in Downend

The incident is being treated as criminal damage

'There for the taking' - What Leeds United fans are saying ahead of Bristol City game

It is a big game at Elland Road tomorrow

Airbus fined €3.6bn for global bribery scandal

One of Bristol's biggest firms used bribes to stack the decks in its favour and win contracts around the globe

Coronavirus cases surge for 2nd day after China revises diagnosis criteria

China on Friday confirmed another 5,090 coronavirus infections, and 121 more deaths, bringing the death toll near 1,400, according to The Associated Press. The country has seen a surge in new cases for the last two days since health authorities in Hubei province, the epicenter of the outbreak, changed the way they identify infections, with most of the new cases based on a physician's diagnosis before lab results come back. The surge in confirmed cases has dampened hope that the spread of the flu-like virus was slowing, but health experts say the higher numbers are partly due to the new methodology. "I suspect but can't be certain that the underlying trend is still downwards," said Paul Hunter, a professor of health protection at the University of East Anglia in England. Harold Maass

Showcase Cinemas launch 'swapcorn' box for couples who like different flavour popcorn

Roses are red, violets are blue. Can’t decide on popcorn? Showcase has the box for you…

Mayor Marvin's pledge to make Bristol a 'City of Hope'

Marvin Rees is standing for a second term

Peter McCall obituary: Former Bristol City midfielder dies at age 83

He is fondly remembered by supporters

Bristol Rovers injury report: Major updates on Josh Hare, Liam Sercombe and Tom Davies

The latest news from the Gas medical room.

Boomtown Festival unveils ambitious plan to 'plant one million trees this year' - with your help

'We want to inspire individuals to work together to create positive social and environmental change'

'Wants to see more' - Manager concerned over future of striker linked with Bristol City and Nottingham Forest

He is out-of-contract in the summer

Bristol Bears full-back Mat Protheroe wanted in Wales - reports

The outstanding 23-year-old attacker is out of contract at the end of the season

The daily business briefing: February 14, 2020

Prosecutors file more charges against Huawei, a judge halts a Microsoft military contract contested by Amazon, and more 

Nahki Wells full of praise for Ian Wright's Bristol City training session as he eyes up Leeds United

The Robins striker reflects on his first goal, advice from Shaun Goater and looks ahead to Elland Road

Bristol Rovers boss Ben Garner remains focused on long-term project despite winless start at the Gas

The Gas boss is not panicking despite going 11 games without a win.

Opposition councillors launch bid to block planned Temple Island redevelopment

Labour group responds by saying it is an attempt to 'chase headlines, stall new jobs for Bristolians and delay much-needed new affordable housing'

House Republicans say stealing polling data through open blinds is kosher. Democrats say it's creepy.

The campaign organizations for House Democrats and Republicans — the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) and National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) — agree on the facts of what happened Wednesday night, Politico reported Friday morning: NRCC staffers walked across the street to the DCCC's headquarters to stake out some Democratic candidates, saw the blinds open on a DCCC polling meeting, and snapped some photos, nabbing pricy and potentially useful proprietary polling data on races Democrats are focusing on in November. Republicans think they hit the jackpot, Democrats found the tactics "totally out of bounds, and downright creepy," Politico reports. "The NRCC and DCCC have disagreed on where to draw the line when it comes to opposition research. The Republican committee, for example, has declined to sign an agreement to not use hacked information in its campaigns." Still, the DCCC didn't exactly take the high road. "When you have no ideas or accomplishments to run on, you creep in…

10 things you need to know today: February 14, 2020

Attorney general says Trump's tweets make his job impossible, the Pentagon diverts $3.8 billion for Trump's wall, and more 

These are the 14 hidden features on the new £20 note which is released next week

The £20 note will go plastic free on Thursday, 20 February - but designers have packed the note with some new hidden features

Syrian chopper downed over rebel area, killing crew

A Syrian military helicopter was shot down over the last major rebel bastion in northwest Syria on Friday, the second such incident in a week of high tensions with Turkey.

Struggling Morocco oasis risks becoming mirage

ANKARA: A Syrian military helicopter was shot down over the last major opposition bastion in northwest Syria on Friday, the second such incident in a week of high tensions with Turkey. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said two pilots were killed. The Turkey-backed National Liberation Front rebel group claimed responsibility. It came as Syrian and Russian forces pressed

UNLV roundup: Softball team wins shutout in tourney opener

Jenny Bressler pitched a five-inning no-hitter and was backed by three two-out, two-run hits as UNLV blanked Montana 8-0 in the Marucci Desert Classic softball tournament’s first game.

Woman saved by hero bus driver after seizure describes him as her 'guardian angel'

'It’s time to acknowledge and appreciate the great ones'

First look inside new flagship Patagonia store on Bristol's Park Street

It's only the second standalone Patagonia shop in the UK

'Snap your hand off' - Liverpool legend hands Leeds United boost ahead of Bristol City visit

How they think the Elland Road clash will go

Democrats hunt for their Goldilocks candidate

Democrats want a nominee who motivates more voters than he or she scares away. Easier said than done.

You're being watched

In China, surveillance is both Orwellian and visible. Here, it's largely invisible.

Portrait Of A Lady On Fire is about truly being seen by another

"Is that how you see me?"

7 brutally funny cartoons about the Democratic primary fight

Artists take on Biden's collapse, Iowa's caucus chaos, and more

Untitled Goose Game Gets GOTY @ DICE Awards 2020; Control Wins Big

Untitled Goose Game unexpectedly won the GOTY at the DICE Awards 2020. Remedy's Control took home the most prizes, though, with four wins.

Next Blackpool manager: Former Leeds United boss and ex-Liverpool star tipped ahead of Bristol Rovers game

The latest on who could replace Simon Grayson

Cost of upgrading three fire stations balloons to £20million

There are "unforeseen costs" which were not anticipated at the early stages

Politics Briefing: Trudeau says ending pipeline protests won’t be easy

Also: U.S. Senator warns of Huawei risks

Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is extraordinary for mainstream TV

Not since Glee has a series used music with as much passion and cleverness

Freezing temperatures compound crisis for civilians fleeing military offensive in Syria

Many of the hundreds of thousands of people fleeing northwestern Syria are sleeping in open fields and under trees in frigid temperatures

Don’t let the coronavirus scare have you turning bearish on equities

The economic fallout with be transitory in nature

New Brunswick deputy premier Robert Gauvin quits minority Tory government over health-care reforms

Gauvin told constituents in his riding of Shippagan-Lameque-Miscou he will sit as an Independent, dealing a blow to the government of Premier Blaine Higgs

Market movers: Stocks seeing action on Friday - and why

A roundup of some of the North American equities making moves in both directions today

U.S. January core retail sales unchanged; December revised down

Sales at clothing stores declined by the most since 2009

Bloomberg vs. Trump would be a clash of oligarchs

They share a troubling number of similarities

Friday’s analyst upgrades and downgrades

Inside the Market’s roundup of some of today’s key analyst actions

Realme X50 Pro 5G launch goes virtual due to COVID-19 concerns

Following the cancellation of MWC 2020, Realme has also decided to cancel its Realme X50 Pro 5G launch that was scheduled to take place at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. However, the device will still be unveiled on the 24th of February but it will be done online from Madrid, Spain.

Fears Newcastle Clean Air Zone plan could be delayed by malfunctioning vehicle checker system

Birmingham and Leeds have been forced to postpone their anti-pollution measures because of a malfunctioning government service, which Tyneside leaders are keeping a close eye on

McDonald's fans bulk buy Big Mac sauce but encounter expiry date issues

Fans have been left in a frenzy over the new sauce - but it needs eating up quick

What every Canadian investor needs to know today

A look at the morning’s market action

Friday’s Insider Report: Chairman invests $1.2-million in this stock yielding nearly 5%

A look at recent notable transactions

Douye Diri sworn in as Bayelsa gov

Daniels Igoni and Sampson Itode, Yenagoa The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the November 2019 governorship, Douye Diri, has been sworn in as the Governor of Bayelsa State. He wa...

UPDATED: Manchester City banned from Champions League, Europa for two seasons

Manchester City have been banned from European competitions for the next two seasons for "serious financial fair-play breaches", UEFA announced on Friday. The English champions, who were also ...

UPDATED: Egypt confirms first coronavirus case in Africa

Egypt

Neymar will be fit to face Dortmund – PSG coach

Paris Saint-Germain coach Thomas Tuchel, on Friday, said he was "sure" that Neymar would recover from his rib injury in time to play some part in the French club

Salaries and wages commission develops five-year strategic plan

Ifeanyi Onuba, Abuja The National Salaries Incomes and Wages Commission has developed a five-year strategic plan to enable it achieve its mandate. The Acting Chairman of the Commission, Ekpo ...

NNPC employs 1,050 out of 60,000 candidates

’Femi Asu The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation has announced the recruitment of 1,050 graduate trainees. The NNPC said in a statement, on Friday, that it had concluded its 2019/2020 em...

BREAKING: Police impose curfew in Bayelsa

Daniels Igoni, Sampson Itode, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Police Command on Friday announced a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the state. The state

Scientists map coronavirus path with computer models

As the novel coronavirus spreads around the world, scientists are using the latest computer modelling techniques to predict its fallout: from the eventual number of cases and deaths to the peak of ...

FG appoints new director for Nigerian French village

Olaleye Aluko, Abuja The Federal Ministry of Education has appointed Prof Lateef Ayeleru as the Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria French Language Village, Badagry, Lagos State...

Arteta eager to see Arsenal reap benefit of Dubai break

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is confident the club

Bayelsa: APC going to court over Douye Diri, says Oshiomhole

John Alechenu, Abuja The All Progressives Congress, on Friday, rejected the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission to issue a Certificate of Return to the candidate of the Peo...

Bayelsa: PDP believes in rule of law – Secondus

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Mr Uche Secondus, on Friday, said the party believes in the rule of law, adding that there was no point to protest a judgment which was in agr...

Six trapped, five killed in Kano mining site

Kano State Fire Service has confirmed the death of five out of six people trapped under a heap of sand at Ramin Farar Kasa in Dauni village in Minjibir Local Government Area of the state. Public...

Raiola reveals Pogba joining Italy club after Manchester United

Paul Pogba is focused on getting Manchester United back into the Champions League, but Italy remains "like a second home" for the France midfielder, his agent Mino Raiola has revealed. Pogba has...

N11.5bn fraud: Absence of witnesses stalls Alao-Akala’s trial

The trial of a former governor of Oyo State, Adebayo Alao-Akala, and two others for alleged N11.5billion fraud was on Friday stalled, due to the absence of the prosecution witnesses. The Economi...

ICYMI: Nigerian who finds cure for Coronavirus, Lassa fever’ll get N36m

Our Reporters The Federal Government has announced a N36m cash prize for any Nigerian that finds cure for coronavirus and Lassa fever. Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is currently ravaging C...

South Korean TV 'reunites' mother with dead daughter in VR show

A tearful reunion between a mother and her dead daughter via advanced virtual reality for a South Korean television has become an online hit, triggering fierce debate about voyeurism and exploitation.

South Korean TV 'reunites' mother with dead daughter in VR show

A tearful reunion between a mother and her dead daughter via advanced virtual reality for a South Korean television has become an online hit, triggering fierce debate about voyeurism and exploitation.

Friday’s small-cap stocks to watch

Our roundup of Canadian small-caps of between $100-million and $2.5-billion in market capitalization making news and on the move today

Five dead after tourist boat capsizes in Bangladeshi lake

At least five people died after a tourist boat capsized in south-eastern Bangladesh on Friday, rescuers said. The boat carrying nearly 30 tourists overturned in Kaptai Lake while it was on way t...

PHOTOS: INEC presents Certificate of Return to Diri as Bayelsa gov-elect

The Independent National Electoral Commission, on Friday, presented a Certificate of Return to the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Douye Diri.   See photos: ...

Michelle Owen - 'As good a time as any for Johnson to break his duck against Bielsa's Leeds United'

After being outplayed at Ashton Gate seven months ago, Bristol City have a point to prove and a run to end at Elland Road

Midnight fire guts Delta varsity hostel

Onyekachukwu Meluwa, Warri A midnight fire, on Friday, gutted a two-storey Post Graduate Hostel in Campus Three of the Delta State University, Abraka in Ethiope East Council Area of the state. ...

BREAKING: Ekiti Assembly passes Amotekun Bill into law

Abiodun Nejo, Ado Ekiti Ekiti State House of Assembly, on Friday, passed the bill for the establishment of Ekiti State Security Network Agency and Amotekun Corps into law. The Speaker, Funmi...

Jacob Thiele, Former The Faint Keyboardist, Dies at 40

Thiele had been with the band from their beginning until 2016. His cause of death is unknown

Buzzcocks Share New Single “Gotta Get Better”

This is their first song since bandmate Pete Shelley's death.

El-P Says That New Run the Jewels Album Is Done

He confirmed the news in a tweet on Friday morning

Gang of Four Pay Homage to Andy Gill with This Heaven Gives Me Migraine

The collection of tracks includes songs that Andy Gill worked on before his death as well as two tracks featuring his voice.

Coronavirus: Indonesian city bans sales of bats, snakes

A city in Indonesia’s North Sulawesi province known for exotic animals has stopped sales over Coronavirus (COVID-19) fears, a health official said on Friday. Tomohon is known for its market that...

Premarket: European shares scale record even as coronavirus shows no signs of peaking

Hopes of government stimulus support shares globally

Is there still value in an auto show?

With Volvo and Mercedes absent from Toronto, it’s becoming clear that automakers are finding other ways to allocate their marketing budget

Opinion: How Justin Trudeau can turn a lose-lose Teck decision into a delicate victory

By approving the Teck Frontier oil sands mine under the greenhouse-gas vows that Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has laid out, Mr. Trudeau can use the free market to wiggle his way out from between a rock and a hard place

Are you having second thoughts about your career choice?

According to a recent survey by Toronto-based non-profit career coaching and development organization CERIC, nearly 72 per cent of Canadians who meet with the organization’s career counsellors wish they had chosen a different career path

Letters to the editor: Feb. 14: ‘Maybe Jody Wilson-Raybould could have intervened.’ Readers wonder what’s next as pipeline protests continue, plus other letters to the editor

In today’s letters to the editor: China and the coronavirus; the Coastal GasLink pipeline; Eastern energy; Western energy; to Christie

Kobe Bryant: Investigation reveals how pilot was distracted during flight

Ara Zobayan, the pilot of the Sikorsky S-76B helicopter that crashed on January 26 in Calabasas, killing Basketball Legend, Kobe Bryant; his daughter, Gianna and seven others was distracted while o...

Colin Kaepernick to release memoir through own publishing company

Colin Kaepernick can add author and publisher to his resume. The former NFL quarterback who knelt during the national anthem to protest racial injustice an

New Digi users can soon get the Samsung Galaxy S20 with RM0 upfront

After we’ve posted about the Samsung Galaxy S20 pre-order offer from Digi, the yellow telco has reached out to us to clarify on the hefty advance payment requirement. In our original post, we highlighted that Digi’s PhoneFreedom 365 instalment plan is demanding an upfront payment of over RM3,000 for new customers despite promising RM0 upfront as one of its key highlights.

Irish winner of €17 million jackpot has contacted National Lottery

The winning ticket was sold at Mulroy’s Londis in Castlebar, Co Mayo.

€17m jackpot winner has contacted lotto HQ

THE winner of the €17 million EuroMillions lotto jackpot has contacted the National Lottery's headquarters.

Coldplay Put Love on the Dancefloor with “Cry Cry Cry” Video

They play out love on the dancefloor in the new visual.

Google slams Samsung for making unnecessary changes to Linux kernel code

We all know that Samsung makes an extra effort in strengthening the security of its smartphones with initiatives such as Knox. However, sometimes those extra efforts hurt more than they help. Now, Goo

Billie Eilish drops James Bond track

Teenage pop iconoclast Billie Eilish dropped her James Bond theme tune on Friday, racking up 2.2 million views in just six hours as the teenage prodigy continues her stunning rise. Sharing the s...

FTSE 100 ends week lower after week AstraZeneca, RBS results

UK blue-chip shares fell for a second day on Friday after AstraZeneca and RBS reported underwhelming results, while investors remained unsettled because of concerns over the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the global economy.

Canopy Growth shares surge after reporting smaller-than-expected loss

To pacify investors impatient for profits, Canopy and its rivals started the year by announcing a wide range of cost reductions

Belarus to Russia: We'll siphon off your transit oil to Europe if necessary

MINSK — Belarus threatened to siphon off oil from Russia’s transit pipeline to Europe unless Moscow restarted crude supplies and accused the Kremlin on Friday of using energy prices as leverage to try to swallow up its former Soviet neighbor.

Euro rebounds as U.S. stocks drop, growth concerns remain

NEW YORK — The euro bounced against thegreenback on Friday as U.S. stocks declined from record highs,though concerns about growth in the eurozone are expected tokeep weighing on the single currency.

Jet buyers back Boeing-Embraer deal as Airbus expands reach

SINGAPORE — Some of the world’s biggest aircraft buyers are urging the European Union to clear Boeing’s tie-up with Embraer, fearing Embraer’s commercial aviation business would struggle on its own now Airbus has swallowed its main competitor in regional jets.

Kevin Carmichael: Bombardier may have failed, but at least it tried to win

Kevin Carmichael: A humbling time for one of Canada’s great enterprises

Nvidia shares surge on signs of machine learning boom

Shares of Nvidia Corp rose 6% on Friday after the chipmaker stunned analysts with strong quarterly results and joined rivals Intel Corp and Advanced Micro Devices Inc in predicting strong demand for chips used in the latest generation of data centers and AI.

Ex-Baltimore mayor seeks prison sentence of 1 year and 1 day

Baltimore's disgraced former mayor is asking a judge for a sentence one year and one day in prison for a scheme that involved the sale of her self-published children's books. Prosecutors recently asked that the 69-year-old spend nearly 5 years in prison. The Baltimore Sun reported Friday that

Meghan McCain and Joy Behar Explode Over Bloomberg and Trump

The backdrop was full of red and white polka-dot hearts, but there was no love on display Friday morning between The View co-hosts Joy Behar and Meghan McCain.What was supposed to be a light-hearted opening segment about the bizarre Twitter feud between President Donald Trump and 2020 hopeful Mike Bloomberg

Appili Therapeutics Announces Upsizing of Previously Announced Equity Offering

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATESHALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Appili Therapeutics Inc.

Germany Munich Security Conference

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi appealed Friday to an audience in Germany for countries to steer clear of Chinese tech giant Huawei as they build their next-generation cellular networks, adding her voice to pressure from the Trump administration. “China is seeking to export its digital autocracy through

Warren Claims Bloomberg’s ‘Redlining’ Comments Should Disqualify Him from Presidential Race

Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren on Thursday took direct aim at fellow 2020 contender Michael Bloomberg, saying the former New York City mayor should not be the Democratic nominee because of comments he made several years ago blaming the 2008 housing crisis on banks abandoning racially

An American in a Locked-Down Chinese Town: 'Everyone Here Is So Bored'

Weeks before the coronavirus became a national health crisis in China, authorities threatened a doctor, Li Wenliang, who warned about early cases. State media reported that Li was illegally spreading rumors.That was a red flag for Bob Huang."People here tend to believe the government. Not me,"

Could Iran Take Down This Plane in a War with Trump?

Iran maintains numerous SAM systems imported from the United States and Europe half a century ago, but lacks access to spare parts and new missiles.

Bloomberg Tells Audience at Houston Rally He ‘Deeply Regrets’ Stop and Frisk

Mike Bloomberg apologized Thursday at a campaign rally in Houston for his controversial stop-and-frisk policy which he promoted as New York city mayor, telling the predominantly black crowd that he “deeply regrets” the legacy and that he “should have acted sooner and faster to stop it.”“I am committed

Hong Kong authorities find excessive levels of Legionella in MTR cooling towers after 11 people infected

The Centre for Health Protection has found excessive levels of Legionella bacteria in tested samples of cooling towers at Choi Hung MTR station following 11 infections in Wong Tai Sin, a nearby neighbourhood. The water-dwelling bacteria causes Legionnaires’ disease which can lead to a fever, cough, headache, muscle pain and diarrhoea. Humans contract the disease – […]

Top White House official suggests China is not being 'honest' and has 'motives' in the coronavirus fight, as Beijing faces suspicion over how it records infections

China has altered some of its figures for how many people are infected by the coronavirus, adding to suspicion about how its handling the crisis.

EU launches anti-dumping investigation on China aluminum products

LONDON — The European Commission has opened an investigation into whether China is dumping aluminum extrusions, products widely used in transport, construction and electronics, in the European Union, it said on Friday.

Fox News host attacks Roger Stone jury foreman while broadcasting her Twitter account details

Fox News host Tucker Carlson has attacked one of the jurors who convicted Roger Stone while sharing her social media details to millions of people after she spoke out in support of Justice Department prosecutors.Tomeka Hart, who served as the foreperson of the jury that found Mr Stone guilty of seven

As Beijing’s intrusions increase, can Hong Kong democrats remain united for the 2020 elections?

Hong Kong’s 18 community-level District Councils are largely powerless, and lucky they are, too. Otherwise, the officials in charge – Chief Executive Carrie Lam and her team of advisers and administrators – would be in even greater disarray. As it is, they have barely managed to contain months of unprecedented public protest sparked by her […]

Bristol City flashback: When invincible Leeds United were 'knocked off their pedestal'

Richard Latham looks back on a memorable clash between the two teams at Elland Road

Maxar Technologies to Host Investor Briefing on March 4, 2020

WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR), a trusted partner and innovator in Earth Intelligence and Space Infrastructure, today announced that members of senior management will present an overview of the Company’s business, recent financial results, and strategic priorities on March 4, 2020, beginning at 8:00 a.

The Multibillion Dollar Canal Carving a Rift Through Erdogan's Turkey

The largest infrastructure project Turkey has ever undertaken is angering environmentalists, opposition politicians and potentially Moscow

No One Can Kill The A-10 Warthog, Not Even The U.S. Military

Congress wants this plane to live forever.

Detained Uighur Muslims are sitting ducks for the coronavirus. China must close the camps.

An epidemic is spreading across China. It's only a matter of time before the virus hits innocent people in China's crowded concentration camps.

World War II Taught The Air Force Why Flying Tanks Are King

America's B-25G was the first, but it wouldn't be the last.

Bernie Sanders enjoys major poll boosts as Warren told 'endorse Bernie already'

Polls have put Bernie Sanders on track to win the democratic nomination and the presidency with a groundswell of independent support according to a new poll, released amid calls for progressive rival Elizabeth Warren to drop out of the race.Mr Sanders had previously remained firmly in second to presumptive

Suspect in pizza driver robbery spree arrested in Nashville

Clarksville police are asking for your help to find an 'armed and dangerous' suspect who could be in the Gatlinburg area.

Arrest in Wairoa overnight

A 29-year-old Black Power Frasertown prospect was arrested last night following a short fleeing driver incident and foot chase by Wairoa Police.

Michelle Obama will have second California school named after her

The West Contra Costa Unified School District board in northern California has voted to rename one of its elementary schools after the former first lady.

Michelle Obama to have another school named after her

The school board disclosed that the idea to have the name of the school changed was first proposed by the PTA which sent a letter with the proposal. Read more on TUKO.co.ke.

'Europe can only be stronger with Russia,' claims Moldova's president

"I believe in a big Europe, from Lisbon to Vladivostok," Igor Dodon told Euronews.

Surging numbers of migrants are using small boats to reach the UK

Desperate migrants hiding in the back of freight trucks to get to Britain on ferries had been the target, but now smugglers have switched their tactics and record numbers are now risking their lives, attempting to get across the English Channel, from France to the UK, in small boats #UnreportedEurope

From Russian with love: Soldier's armoured proposal wins hearts

Lieutenant Denis Kazantsev led his long-term partner Alexandra Kopytova into the centre as she held her hands over her eyes

Angry spanish farmers invade Valencia

Hundreds of tractors brought the coastal city of Valencia to a halt, with tractors also blocking many roads in the southern Andalusia region

The “Buyukada 10” are falsely accused on terror charges. Justice in Turkey must prevail ǀ View

This week, I will be in Istanbul for the verdict in the case of Taner and the “Buyukada 10.” If found guilty of “membership of a terrorist organisation,” they could face up to 15 years behind bars.

Justice will be a long time coming for the Rohingya. But the latest ICJ ruling is a start ǀ View

While it is easy to be cynical about what the precedent-setting ICJ ruling will actually accomplish in practice, the ICJ court order reinforces the universality of human rights and the rule of law. International justice is a long game - and one that is just getting started in Myanmar.

Trump tweets that he has the 'legal right' to involve A.G. Barr in criminal cases

Trump's assertion comes a day after Barr said the president's tweets "make it impossible for me to do my job."

Passengers finally begin to leave coronavirus-hit cruise ship in Japan

So far, 11 virus-free passenger have been allowed to leave the ship.

Smelling this year's Valentine roses could leave you on a real high

Smelling this year's Valentine roses could leave you on a real high

Long wait for transplant surgery brings limb donation into spotlight

A double amputee is urging people to discuss their wishes about donating their bodies to medical science after they die.

Kosovo and Serbia sign historic deal on rail and road links

It comes weeks after Belgrade and Pristina agreed to resume direct flights for the first time since the Kosovo War.

Abu Dhabi celebrates 250 years of Beethoven with the Hamburg Symphony Orchestra

The Hamburg Symphony Orchestra performance brought crowds together in Abu Dhabi to celebrate the 250th birthday of German composer and pianist, Ludwig van Beethoven. #InspireMiddleEast

The Wacky New Anti-Abortion Tactic Taking Off Across America

When Santa Rosa County’s Board of Commissioners met Thursday morning, items on the agenda included improving the drainage on Tibet Drive, upgrading the local boat ramp, and allocating money to buy new scoreboards at Chumuckla Park.Then, at the end of the meeting, came a far more controversial and divisive

Classmates show love for Faye Swetlik with Valentine’s Day cards

Classmates showed their love for Faye Swetlik by making heartfelt Valentine’s Day cards for her -- this before the tragic announcement that she was found dead not far from where she disappeared.

Classmates show love for Faye Swetlik with Valentine’s Day cards

Classmates showed their love for Faye Swetlik by making heartfelt Valentine’s Day cards for her -- this before the tragic announcement that she was found dead not far from where she disappeared.

Alabama bill would force men to get vasectomy at 50

An Alabama state representative has proposed a bill that would require a man to undergo a vasectomy at age 50 or after he has fathered a specific number of children.

Alabama bill would force men to get vasectomy at 50

An Alabama state representative has proposed a bill that would require a man to undergo a vasectomy at age 50 or after he has fathered a specific number of children.

Google takes appeal against €2.4bn fine to European Court of Justice

The European Court of Justice is hearing Google's appeal over a 2017 sanction for anti-competitive behaviour.

Mayor impact: Brexit felt in rural Germany as village loses its chief

Europe has not felt the full impact of Brexit yet. But one corner of rural Germany is feeling its effects already.

Deeply in love: underwater wedding on Valentine's Day in Thailand

Newlywed couples also participate in Buddhist activities for luck and blessings on the day of love.

Coronavirus a lesson in compassion: Recovered patient

Taiwanese businessman reminds public to be compassionate with those who have fallen ill

Taiwan tracks down 3 visitors from Hong Kong who escaped coronavirus isolation

Two men and one woman could face stiff fines.Three people arriving from Hong Kong who should have been in isolation due to Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) measures were found in the bustling Taipei neighborhood of Ximending Friday (Feb. 14).

Fantasy Mailbag: Jason Zucker is a must-add after trade to Penguins

Roses are red, violets are blue, the NHL injury bug has hit, and so has the flu. My Valentine’s Day gift to you.

Philippines scraps coronavirus Taiwan travel ban

Manila says Taiwan had imposed strict measures against spread of Wuhan virus

Boeing to extend labor contract with engineer's union by four years

U.S. planemaker Boeing Co said it has agreed to a tentative deal with its engineers' union to extend its labor contract by another four years.

Man United can expect instant Ighalo impact - Solskjaer

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has backed new signing Odion Ighalo to make an immediate impact against Chelsea.

Coronavirus scare leaves China's empty restaurants selling off stocks

Wang Chuanchao shuttered his restaurant in central Beijing three weeks ago as the scare over the coronavirus epidemic in country kept customers ...

COVID-19: No plans to close schools yet, says Education Minister Ong Ye Kung; focus is on raising hygiene standards

SINGAPORE: Schools will remain open for now, said Minister for Education Ong Ye Kung on Friday (Feb 14), responding to calls from parents for ...

‘Bali remains safe’, says provincial health agency after Chinese tourist tested positive for COVID-19

DENPASAR, Bali: A traveller who was tested positive for COVID-19 after returning to China from Bali is unlikely to have contracted the virus in ...

Renault cuts dividend, slices profit goal for 2020

French carmaker Renault warned that auto demand remained volatile, cut its dividend for 2019 and set a lower operating margin goal for 2020, a ...

Thai man fires dozens of gunshots in central Bangkok, days after Korat mass shooting

BANGKOK: Dozens of gunshots were reportedly fired by a man near a university in central Bangkok on Friday morning (Feb 14), less than a week after ...

Samsung Electronics board chairman jailed for union-busting activities offers to resign

Samsung Electronics said on Friday that Lee Sang-hoon, the chairman of its board, had offered to resign, without elaborating on a reason.

Samsung Electronics says its board chairman offers to resign

Samsung Electronics said on Friday that Lee Sang-hoon, the chairman of its board, had offered to resign, without elaborating on a reason.

The power of love: This cage-fighting couple will compete on same UFC card

At Saturday's UFC Fight Night, Mark and Montana De La Rosa will become the first husband-wife duo to share a card. Their 9-year-old daughter, a decorated wrestler, is following them into the family business.

The sneakers you'll see NBA players wearing at All-Star Weekend

The All-Star Game is returning to Chicago for the first time since 1988, and sneaker companies have big plans for the NBA's events.

The heavyweight championship rematches that defined boxing

Ahead of Deontay Wilder's second fight against Tyson Fury, Nigel Collins looks at the rematches that made the heavyweight division what it is today.

Online posts claiming student arrested due to COVID-19 untrue, say Johor health authorities

JOHOR BAHRU: Social media posts claiming that a coronavirus-positive student was arrested in a school near Kulai are untrue, said Johor health ...

A dying star 1,000 times bigger than the sun could soon explode

But at over 700 light-years away, astronomers say there's no risk to Earth.

Marine Corps Museum commemorates Iwo Jima anniversary

TRIANGLE, Va. — The National Museum of the Marine Corps in northern Virginia is marking the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima. The museum along Interstate 95 in Triangle is hosting a series of events and displays the weekend of Feb. 22. Medal of Honor recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams will share his memories …

Marine Corps Museum commemorates Iwo Jima anniversary

TRIANGLE, Va. — The National Museum of the Marine Corps in northern Virginia is marking the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima.

Swedish man wins appeal to officially change name to 'Tottenham'

A man in Sweden has won an appeal to change his name to Tottenham.

UN warns of humanitarian disaster if locust swarms aren't stopped

Billions of locusts have been swarming across the Arabian peninsula and East Africa

Macron's Paris mayoral candidate quits after sex video publication

Benjamin Griveaux withdrew from the race on Friday saying he didn't want to put his family at risk.

The state of tracking and data privacy in 2020

Search Engine Land is the leading industry source for daily, must-read news and in-depth analysis about search engine technology.

‘My heart says he's not dead’: Mother of ISIS recruit holding out hope

The mother of an ISIS recruit has told Euronews she believes her son is still alive - three years since reports he was killed in Syria.

Zuckerberg accepts Facebook may pay more tax outside U.S. - Politico

MUNICH — Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg accepts that global tax reforms mean the social networking giant may have to pay more taxes outside of the United States, Politico reported, citing excerpts of a speech he is due to give on Saturday.

Photo of the Day: Coronavirus valentine bouquet

The bouquet has surgical masks and hand sanitizer ready for unwell lovers

Five Covid-19 cases in Hospital Klang? Fake news, says Health Ministry (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The Health Ministry was forced again to debunk allegations of new coronavirus-positive cases in the country, this time totalling five purportedly at the Klang Hospital. The ministry explained that a video that has been circulating on the internet showing a masked...

S&P 500, Dow little changed amid Covid-19 worries; Nvidia forecast buoys Nasdaq

NEW YORK, Feb 14 — The S&P 500 and the Dow barely moved today, as worries over an economic hit from the coronavirus outbreak refrained investors from making big bets ahead of a long weekend, while gains in Nvidia shares kept the Nasdaq in positive territory. Adding to the downbeat sentiment...

Fiat Chrysler halts production in Serbia over China disruption

MILAN, Feb 14 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA) said today it had temporarily halted production at its Serbian plant due to disruptions related to components sourced from China, where businesses have been hampered by the outbreak of a new coronavirus. Planned downtime at the Kragujevac plant in Serbia, where...

Plastics tax, carbon-trading cash to cover EU’s Brexit gap, officials say

BRUSSELS, Feb 14 — Top European Union official Charles Michel proposed today filling the Brexit gap in the EU’s next long-term budget with revenue from a new tax on plastics and funds from trading carbon emissions. Presenting a so-called negotiating box, which will form the basis of intense...

‘Bin Abdullah’ case: Uphold the child’s right to a name, identity and family — Sisters In Islam

FEBRUARY 14 — Sisters in Islam (SIS) views the Federal Court’s decision on the “bin Abdullah” case with mixed concerns. While we welcome the ruling by the Federal Court to remove “bin Abdullah” from a Johor-born Muslim child’s name from his birth certificate, however, we view with...

Ants, bats and birds evicted for new German Tesla plant

BERLIN, Feb 14 — US electric car giant Tesla began clearing forest for its first European “Gigafactory” near Berlin yesterday, and is now racing against the clock to rehouse ants, birds and hibernating bats. Workers have started clearing a 92-hectare area of forest at the site in Gruenheide...

Team Sapura Cycling score historic win at 2020 Le Tour de Langkawi

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Malaysian continental team, Team Sapura Cycling (TSC), created history by becoming the first local outfit to emerge overall champions in the 2020 Le Tour de Langkawi (LTdL) here today. TSC were adjudged the best team with a combined time of 80 hours 02 minutes 45...

US core retail sales unchanged in January

WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — US consumer spending appears to have slowed further in January, with sales at clothing stores declining by the most since 2009, which could raise concerns about the economy’s ability to continue expanding at a moderate pace. The Commerce Department said today retail sales...

Shell confirms Singapore Covid-19 case, sends staff home after another scare

SINGAPORE, Feb 14 — Shell said today a contractor working at its Singapore refinery had contracted Covid-19, as the city state reported its biggest jump in new cases so far. The oil giant said earlier it had sent some staff home from its main office in Singapore after discovering another employee...

Radio show in small Indian town gives rare voice to child workers

GORAKHPUR (India), Feb 14 — Balloon seller Nisha, 9, said purple was her favourite colour as she spoke into the microphone on a radio show in north India dedicated to highlighting the voices of child workers. Nisha was among a group of children working and living on the streets of Gorakhpur, an...

Stop work for now, Zuraida tells Taman Desa condo builder after slab falls

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — All construction work on The Address condominium in Taman Desa must stop with immediate effect, Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin said tonight after a concrete slab from the building’s sixth floor collapsed earlier in the day. Two men were trapped...

Covid-19: DPM confirms foreign ships refusing to share essential info barred from docking in Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 14 — Malaysia will not allow any foreign vessel that refuses to share essential information to dock in the country, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said today amid reports of recent attempts by two Hong Kong cruise ships. The deputy prime minister said the decision was made in...

Hand sanitisers as London Fashion Week opens amid Covid-19 disruption

LONDON, Feb 14 — Hand sanitisers and face masks were the new must-have accessories as London Fashion Week opened today, in what was expected to be a subdued gathering hit by the absence of many Chinese attendees because of coronavirus. Fashionistas queued for catwalk shows sporting face masks in...

Volkswagen to launch network of ultra-fast charging points

WOLFSBURG, Feb 14 — Volkswagen is teaming up with E.ON to create a new network of ultra-fast charging points for electric vehicles which will provide enough power for a range of 200km in just 15 minutes. The goal of the new project is to create a dense infrastructure of rapid charging points,...

PR not the same as citizenship, Sarawak minister tells DAP leader

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian today stressed his Australian permanent residency status is not the same as the Australian citizenship acquired by disqualified state lawmaker Dr Ting Tiong Choon. He said Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen...

Hunt on for ‘patient zero’ who spread Covid-19 globally from Singapore

SINGAPORE, Feb 14 — As lion dancers snaked between conference room tables laden with plastic bottles, pens, notebooks and laptops, some staff from British gas analytics firm Servomex snapped photos of the performance meant to bring good luck and fortune. But the January sales meeting in a luxury...

The Cesar awards: Key facts about the ‘French Oscars’

PARIS, Feb 14 — The Cesar film awards, France’s version of the Oscars, have been thrown into turmoil after the entire academy board resigned amid calls for reform and a row over the long-running Roman Polanski scandal. Here are some key facts about the annual highlight of the French movie...

Music nerds’ High Fidelity gets series makeover

NEW YORK, Feb 14 — High Fidelity, the series, is out — a quarter of a century after the book and 20 years after the film, transporting author Nick Hornby’s vinyl enthusiasts into the modern realm of Spotify. Between the book and the series — released today in the US on the online platform...

Taman Desa condo developer confirms slab collapse, says cause under investigation

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The developer of The Address condominium project in Taman Desa, Kuala Lumpur has affirmed a structure in the building gave way during construction earlier today. In a statement on The Address’ official Facebook page, Maxim Holdings management also sought to assure its...

Covid-19 infections: Ministry receives 250 complaints about face masks

KUCHING, Feb 14 — The Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry has received 250 complaints concerning face masks in the wake of Covid-19 infections. Its Deputy Minister Chong Chieng Jen said the highest number comprised 181 complaints concerning expensive prices, while the other complaints...

Does Dr M need SDs to complete his term as PM?

COMMENTARY, Feb 14 — As many as 138 out of 222 MPs are alleged to have signed statutory declarations (SDs) in support of sitting Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad staying the full term in the latest political twist enveloping Malaysia. According to news reports, the remainder denied signing...

Dry spell: Melaka makes available five portable water treatment plants

MELAKA, Feb 14 — The Melaka government will be providing five Portable Water Treatment Plants (PWTPs) costing a total of RM2.2 million which will be placed in five locations in Zone 1 here that is facing water rationing. State Public Works, Transport and Basic Amenities Committee chairman Datuk...

DPM: Under-quarantine Malaysians repatriated from Wuhan may be allowed home Feb 18

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 14 — The 105 Malaysians and their family members who were evacuated from Wuhan, China earlier this month will be allowed to go home in four more days if their condition remains the same, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said today. The deputy prime minister said all of them...

How powerful was Harvey Weinstein? His film legacy paints a picture

LOS ANGELES, Feb 14 — At the heart of Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape trial is a power dynamic between a producer of some of the biggest culture-defining films of the past 20 years and two women who accuse him of abusing that stature by sexually assaulting them. Weinstein, 67, has pleaded not...

Petrol, diesel prices up

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The retail prices of RON97 and RON95 petrol will be higher by two sen per litre, at RM2.36 and RM2.06, respectively, for the week beginning midnight tonight up to Feb 21. A Finance Ministry statement said the price of diesel will be higher by six sen per litre,...

Carney says business must come clean quickly on climate

LONDON, Feb 14 — Bank of England Governor Mark Carney called on the world’s businesses to publish strategies for cutting carbon emissions and adopting cleaner power sources by November, when world leaders meet in Scotland for UN-led climate talks. “It’s not just green assets and divestment...

Citing Covid-19 ‘emergency’, DPM says mask makers can hire more migrant workers to ramp up output

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 14 — Putrajaya is allowing local manufacturers of face masks to recruit more foreign workers to meet rising market demands over the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak here. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said the manufacturers pled for a relaxation in...

‘No difference between Gallipoli and occupied Kashmir’: Erdogan stands by Pakistan in Parliament speech

"Our friendship is not based on vested interests but on love," says Erdogan on relations between the two countries.

Minister: Malaysia to cut red tapes, streamline investment process

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Malaysia will be undertaking extensive reforms of the investment process to improve the ease of doing business for both foreign and domestic investors, the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) said. “Investors can expect red tape to be cut, bureaucracy to...

Ringgit ends higher versus US dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The ringgit closed marginally higher against the US dollar today, tracking the performance of regional peers amid concerns on the Covid-19 outbreak. At 6pm, the ringgit was quoted at 4.1360/1400 versus the greenback from 4.1390/1420 yesterday. FXTM market analyst Han Tan...

Johor MB: Purchase of new Toyota Camry for excos made after assessment by PWD

MUAR, Feb 14 — The recent purchase of new Toyota Camry cars for Johor executive council members was made after assessment by the Public Works Department (JKR), said Mentri Besar Datuk Dr Sahruddin Jamal. He said the state government had bought 15 Toyota Camry cars to replace the...

TSMC becomes first Taiwan individual stock added to Global Islamic Indexes

Taiwan’s semiconductor manufacturing giant expects more business opportunities from Middle East

China's Xi pledges to minimise impact of virus

BEIJING: China will definitely be able to minimise the impact of the coronavirus outbreak and will maintain the development momentum of its ...

Taiwan’s Foxconn Technology and Yulon to develop electric cars together

Apple supplier owns 51% of new unnamed joint venture

Plans go in for new Newtown Aldi store

A new supermarket is set to be built on the site of a former car dealership.

Coronavirus testing pods set up at hospitals after NHS demand

Coronavirus testing-pods have been set up at Shropshire hospitals as the UK ups its preparations for dealing with the virus.

Police called as boys bring Stanley knife into Shrewsbury primary school

Police were called out to a Shrewsbury primary school after two boys brought a Stanley knife onto the premises.

Google-backed Digital Academy hailed a huge success

A four-month Shropshire Digital Skills Academy supported by Google has been hailed a massive success – with plans already in place to run it again later this year.

New Stranger Things teaser reveals fate of Jim Hopper

Fans have speculated over his future since he was presumed dead at the end of series three.

Shropshire care specialist awards staff pay rises

A company has decided to smash through the current salaries for care staff and introduce pay rises of up to 55 per cent above minimum wage.

Portsmouth v Shrewsbury preview: Embarrassing Accrington loss as low as it will get, vows Josh Laurent

Josh Laurent no longer wants to come off the pitch feeling ‘embarrassed’ and is ready to feel the high he experienced after shining against Liverpool.

RSPCA rescues badger trapped in drain after bad weather

The female could not escape after falling 6ft but appeared unharmed and scampered away after her ordeal.

Post Office jail terms 'a national scandal', says Telford MP Lucy Allan

Telford MP Lucy Allan has called for a parliamentary debate into the "national scandal" which saw a Shropshire post office worker jailed because of a computer glitch.

IOC coordinator: WHO says no case for cancelling, moving Tokyo Games

TOKYO, Feb 14 — The World Health Organization has told the International Olympic Committee there is no case for cancelling or relocating the Tokyo 2020 Olympics over the coronavirus outbreak, the head of the IOC’s Coordination Commission said today. The 17-day event is due to start on July 24....

'Lady of Legend': Severn Valley Railway lines up special guest train

A special guest has been lined up for the Severn Valley Railway's Spring Steam Gala – the newly built Lady of Legend steam train.

UK drive: Facelifted Skoda Superb Estate remains a car for all occasions

Ted Welford samples Skoda’s updated version of its flagship Superb.

Freddie Mercury kimono worn at home to go on show

Curators said the ‘garment has the power to transcend… sexual and gender identities’.

Bursa Malaysia ends higher on news of stimulus package

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Bursa Malaysia ended higher today as market sentiment was lifted following news that the government will unveil an economic stimulus package to address the Covid-19 outbreak on February 27. At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 5.30 points to its intraday...

Church Stretton neighbours celebrate Valentine’s Day with People’s Postcode Lottery win

Six people in Church Stretton have an extra reason to celebrate this Valentine’s Day after scooping £1,000 each thanks to their lucky postcode.

999 call released of baby being born on inside lane of busy motorway

The boy was born on the inside lane of the M5 in Somerset as there was no hard shoulder available due to roadworks.

European shares hit record even as coronavirus shows no signs of peaking

Stock markets across the world ticked higher on Friday, even as investors debated whether China's coronavirus outbreak would cause long-lasting ...

Shares step back as hopes of early end to coronavirus fade

Global shares eased on Friday, as investors were spooked by a sharp rise in the number of coronavirus cases in China this week while oil prices ...

Asian shares aim for second week of gains amid virus scare

Global shares eased on Friday, as investors were spooked by a sharp rise in the number of coronavirus cases in China this week while oil prices ...

Euro skids to new low ahead of GDP data, dollar shines

LONDON, Feb 14 — The euro eased to another nearly three-year low today as investors worried about slowing growth momentum in the euro zone ahead of an estimate of how its economy performed in the fourth quarter. The European single currency has lost 1 per cent so far this week and is on track for...

First look: Robert Pattinson as Batman revealed in short video

The film is due to be released next year.

Health minister announces four more clear of Covid-19, can go home today

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — It’s a sweet Valentine for four Covid-19 patients who were given the all-clear sign and allowed to go home today. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad announced that the quartet, who were the first, second, third and fifth cases to be diagnosed with the coronavirus...

Plan to sell Portishead retirement flats dubbed 'Olditz' on the open market scrapped

Developer PegasusLife says it is evaluating its next steps for the retirement apartment block

Leeds United's key weaknesses and how Bristol City can exploit them

The Robins have one victory in their last 15 matches against the Yorkshire side

Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung cleared of coronavirus risks

Locations visited by Diamond Princess cruise ship passengers now safe for travel: CECC

‘Castlevania’ Haunts Netflix For Season 3 This March

Forget slightly less terrifying takes on live-action Sonic the Hedgehog. If you want to see a quality adaptation of an iconic gaming series, look no further than Castlevania on Netflix. We’ve been waiting […]

Taxi driver confirmed as Okinawa’s first Wuhan coronavirus case

Woman might have transported Diamond Princess passenger.A female taxi driver believed to have transported a passenger of the Diamond Princess cruise liner was confirmed Friday (Feb. 14) as the first case of Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) in the popular Japanese tourist destination of Okinawa.

Mogollon Rim

Neighbors of the Mogollon Rim sued the U.S. Forest Service and Fish and Wildlife Service in federal court, claiming they illegally expanded grazing allotments that had been closed to grazing for 40 years in Arizona’s Mogollon Rim.

Not Funny

A woman who says she cofounded defendant Madelia Community Hospital and Clinic’s Mental Health Task Force claims it fired her after her son wrote a letter to the editor criticizing a brewery owned by the hospital’s CEO, for giving its beers names such as Personality Disorder Porter, Botched Lobotomy and Hopzophrenia, in Watonwan County Court, Minn.

Forced Labor

A woman seeks punitive damages from La Luz del Mundo, claiming she was “enslaved, trafficked, and sexually abused by (its) leaders,” and that the religious organization “has made the economic and sexual exploitation of children and others a centerpiece of its operations for decades,” in L.A. Federal Court.

Ranking Star Wars Couples From Most to Least Dysfunctional

Despite its futuristic technology, Star Wars sets itself apart by declaring itself a story about the past. Opening with the famous lines, “A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away,” the […]

Transgender Woman Poised to Make Argentine Soccer History

Dozens of trophies, balls and cups sit on two worn, wooden shelves in the small home in a Buenos Aires suburb of Mara Gómez, who is poised to become the first transgender woman to play professional soccer in Argentina.

DNA Testing Confirms First Wolf Pack in Colorado in 70 Years

Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials confirmed the first documentation of a wolf pack in Colorado in more than 70 years.

Blurry First Look at ‘The Batman’ Reminds Us of Daredevil

The Batman is increasingly becoming a real movie. With all the drama surrounding Ben Affleck and the old DCEU out of the way, Matt Reeves is firmly in the director’s chair for this […]

First ‘Stranger Things’ Season 4 Trailer Answer a Big Mystery

I’m going to be honest. I don’t watch Stranger Things. I just don’t care about the 1980s. But you can’t work for a website called Geek.com and not be at least somewhat familiar […]

Jail Statistics Give the Lie to Trump Asylum Policy

Many U.S. holding cells along the Mexican border were less than half full, even empty, during an unprecedented surge of asylum-seeking families from Central America, newly unsealed court documents show, raising questions about the Trump administration's claims that it had to make people wait in Mexico because it didn't have the means to accommodate them.

Trump Says He May Bar Others From Listening to Calls

President Trump said Thursday that he might end the long-running practice of letting other administration officials listen in on presidential calls with foreign leaders. That's after Trump's impeachment was triggered by his July phone call with the president of Ukraine.

Feds Search How Private Medicare Info Gets to Marketers

A government watchdog plans to launch a nationwide probe into how telemarketers may be getting hold of seniors’ personal Medicare information, a red flag for potential fraud.

Oddly shaped celestial body Arrokoth sheds light on planet formation

WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — A vaguely hourglass-shaped icy object called Arrokoth residing in the far reaches of the solar system — the most distant body ever explored by a spacecraft — is giving scientists intriguing clues about the formation of the planets including Earth. Scientists yesterday...

Hong Kong actor Louis Koo to the rescue with 20,000 face masks for entertainment industry veterans

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Hong Kong actor Louis Koo jumped in to help veteran actors and actresses facing difficulties to get face masks in light of the Covid-19 outbreak. Through the Entertainers Association, Koo managed to get 20,000 face masks which will be distributed to the industry seniors....

Trump & Barr v. Kahn

“There will come cruel gods with eyeglasses, Lice and lickspittles …”        — Pablo Neruda Well, at least we still have three attorneys in the Department of Justice who’ve managed to retain a shred of honor — despite their lying, boot-licking sycophant of a boss, Attorney General Bill Barr.

First images of new Mercedes F1 car released

Mercedes has released the first images of the car Lewis Hamilton will use to defend his title, the W11.

New Mercedes F1 car hits the track at Silverstone

Mercedes has released the first images of the W11, the car Lewis Hamilton will use to defend his title.

Liverpool look to extend lead as top-four battle recommences

Jurgen Klopp's men have dropped just two points all season and are on a run of 16 consecutive league wins.

Liverpool look to extend lead as top-four battle recommences

Liverpool are expected to take another step towards clinching a long-awaited Premier League title at bottom-of-the-table Norwich, while behind the runaway leaders the battle for Champions League places takes centre stage this weekend.

State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition adds PC cross-play and better visuals

Today, Undead Labs — now a part of Xbox Game Studios — announced the State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition. It includes a number of improvements aside from bug fixes like graphical improvements, cross-play, new melee weapons, better stealth mechanics, and more.

Microsoft Edge Canary gains extension syncing

You can now sync your extensions across devices if you're running Microsoft Edge Canary. The feature is rolling out now and makes it easier to set up and manage your browser across devices.

The best alternative to an XPS 13 2-in-1 is a Surface Pro 7

The Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 really is a superb laptop, but it's not going to be for everyone. If you're looking for something similar, but perhaps has some qualities that the Dell machine doesn't have, you're in luck. And right now the best alternative is the Microsoft Surface Pro 7.

Join us for the latest Windows Central Video Podcast

We're live with the Windows Central Video Podcast today at 2:30pm ET, make sure you're there!

Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2 details emerge ahead of spring event

More details came out about an upcoming Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2. According to a report, Microsoft will refresh their Surface Book and Surface Go lineups at an event this spring.

Smackdown between the ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 4) and Surface Book 2

If you have a lot of money to spend the Surface Book 2 from Microsoft and the fourth-gen X1 Yoga from Lenovo are some of the best pen-and-ink convertible PCs around. Today, we'll put them head to head to see which is the best.

Grab Spotimo now, because it will be removed from the Microsoft Store soon

Spotify client Spotimo will be removed from the Microsoft Store soon. Spotify filed a content infringement claim to Microsoft against Spotimo, so the app will be taken down. If you want to use it, you'll have to download it before it gets pulled.

Windows 10 version 1809 will fall out of support on May 12, 2020

The update process to Windows 10 version 1809 was rocky, dealing with a major deletion bug and delays. In a few months, that version of Windows 10 will officially reach end of support, pushing people towards newer, more stable versions of Windows 10.

Darksiders Genesis launches on Xbox One

If you're interested in the game on Xbox One, you'll be happy to know that it's available right now. Those who preordered got 24-hour early access. The preorder cost $35, but now it's $40.

Is Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition good for gaming?

The Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition is a great device, but how is it for gaming? Here's what we think.

Debate kicking off over football club mascot charges

How much does your club charge to be a matchday mascot?

Cleanliness of wet markets only at 40pc, says minister

PASIR PUTEH, Feb 14 — The cleanliness level of most wet markets in Malaysia hovers around 40 per cent, said Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin. In view of this, she called on traders and customers to change their attitude and habits, especially...

Singapore PM says recession possible due to coronavirus outbreak

SINGAPORE — Singapore’s economy could enter recession due to the blow from the coronavirus outbreak, its prime minister said on Friday, adding that the city-state was bracing for a “significant” hit in the coming quarters.

2000 iPhones doled out to quarantined cruise ship passengers

Crew and holiday-makers quarantined on the Diamond Princess cruise ship because of the coronavirus are being given iPhones for easy access to information, and online medical consultations.

Apple reopens Beijing stores with temperature checks, limited hours, crowd control

Beijing's Apple Stores are open for about half the hours that they are normally, and are subjecting visitors to temperature checks and maximum occupancy limits because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Review: Atta Gora Liberte headphones are a great blend of fashion and function

Reasonably priced and extra comfortable, the Atta Gora Liberte truly wireless earbuds cater to those who aren't looking to spend luxury earbud money just yet.

Malware, Microsoft gaming, and Sherlocking apps on the AppleInsider Podcast

On this week's AppleInsider Podcast, Victor and William talk about coronavirus and its impact on Apple, Microsoft's iOS gaming beta, and the FTC's newfound interest in 'Sherlocked' apps or companies.

Huawei hit hard by coronavirus in China, new criminal charges in U.S.

There's lots of bad news piling up for Huawei, the firm often considered to be Android's best hope of challenging Apple's leadership in smartphone design and business competency.

NASA selects four finalists for next Discovery mission

NASA is considering missions to Venus and two outer solar system moons as the next in its Discovery line of planetary science missions.

Apple TV+ review: 'Visible: Out on Television' a well-edited tour of LGBTQ TV history

The new "Visible" five-part series combines beloved talking heads with a mountain of clips to deliver a well-told tale of progress and representation.

Apple's AirPods vs Samsung Galaxy Buds+ head-to-head

Apple AirPods Pro and AirPods vs Samsung Galaxy S20 review by AppleInsider. Compare features and specs for the best wireless earbuds

British network Three joins 5G mobile club

British network Three is rolling out 5G mobile to major cities including London, Glasgow and Birmingham from the end of the month, joining its ...

Stowaway cat survives

Her journey is close to a happy ending.

Eye on safety, graffiti

The City of Vernon is looking for safety ambassadors and anti-tag team members.

'Money mules' arrested

Investigators have arrested an Ontario-based married couple accused of acting as "money mules" in the Canada Revenue Agency phone-and-internet scam, Mounties announced Friday, hailing the move as a significant development in their ongoing fight against the widespread scheme.

Eastern blockade remains

Members of the Mohawk First Nation say they are to meet Saturday with Federal Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller at a CN rail crossing in Ontario.

3 months without mailboxes

After thefts from the mailbox at a West Kelowna mobile home park last year, the more than 100 residents have been forced to drive to Kelowna to get their mail for the past three months – with no solution in sight.

Thousands march in DTES

Thousands of people flooded the streets of Vancouver's Downtown Eastside Friday for the Annual Women’s Memorial March.

Protests remain peaceful

UPDATE 3:35 p.m. Police say pipeline protests outside government offices in Victoria on Friday were peaceful with much of the noise generated by passing motorists honking their car horns in support.

A clean sweep for city

The City of Vernon are the broomball champions again, winning by a score of 3-1 in the Winter Carnival finals on Friday.

Faiths join together for tour

The Respect Network and

UBCO brings in new leader

UBC Okanagan will have a new face heading its leadership team through the new decade.

Semis collide, driver critical

A truck driver suffered critical injuries in a chain-reaction collision involving two semis on the Trans-Canada Highway east of Revelstoke Thursday night.

Coronavirus in B.C. Interior

UPDATE 2 p.m. A fifth case of the novel coronavirus has been presumptively confirmed in British Columbia, bringing the total number of cases in Canada to eight.

Lack of wood closes mill

Hundreds of forest industry workers will be affected as a pulp and paper mill on Vancouver Island shuts down for one month because it says it can't get enough wood.

Vandalized gondola reopens

There were smiles — and cameras — all around at the official re-opening of the Sea to Sky Gondola near Squamish, B.C. Friday morning, Feb. 14.

Warning of empty shelves

Sectors from retail to oil and gas are calling on governments to resolve a dispute with anti-pipeline protesters as a rail blockade enters its ninth day, extending railway shutdowns and threatening shortages of groceries, propane, drinking water and other goods.

‘Irrelevant political promises’

The Wet’suwet’en Treaty Office Society is taking the executive director of the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Office to court to quash a decision extending an Environmental Assessment Certificate for the controversial Coastal GasLink pipeline project.

Bernie pranked by Russians

Russian pranksters claim they called U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders pretending to be climate activist Greta Thunberg and offered Thunberg's support to his campaign.

Missing sledder found dead

RCMP and the BC Coroners Service are investigating after a missing snowmobiler was found dead near Revelstoke.

Kids donate to Soupateria

A group of Wiltse Elementary School students in Penticton wanted to spread the love this Valentines Day.

Another R. Kelly accuser

An updated federal indictment against R. Kelly filed Friday in Chicago includes sex abuse allegations involving a new accuser, adding to the jailed singer's mounting legal challenges across three states.

Don't bug the herons!

New signs will go up to discourage trespassers from disturbing Vernon's beloved herons.

Single-lane traffic restored

UPDATE 12:10 p.m. Single lane southbound traffic has now been restored on the Coquihalla Highway between Hope and Merritt.

Guilty in Wal-Mart mayhem

An Okanagan man pleaded guilty Friday to a slew of charges, stemming from a crime spree last spring that saw him evade police for several days.

Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo arrives in New Mexico

Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo suborbital spaceplane arrived at the company’s spaceport in New Mexico Feb. 13, ready for a final series of test flights.

Counting the homeless

Vernon, Kelowna and Penticton will takes part in the provincial homeless count this spring.

Three years for violent rape

A Penticton man has been sentenced to three years in prison for violently raping a Kamloops woman in July 2017.

PM won't force police hand

UPDATE: 10:25 a.m. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he has no plans to order the RCMP to end the blockades of vital rail links across the country.

Elk rescued from haystack

The B.C. Conservations Officer Service had an unusual rescue in northern B.C. this week.

Vandals smash Sonic Wash

Employees at the Sonic Wash in West Kelowna were in cleanup mode when they got to work this morning.

Stolen scooter returned

Yvonne Carnell's faith in humanity has been restored as her scooter has been returned about a month after it was stolen.

Kelowna's most wanted - Crime Stoppers

Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following female who is wanted on a province-wide warrant in effect as of February 14, 2020.

Bring on spring!

While Southern B.C. has seen some wild weather this winter, the tail end of the season is looking decidedly milder, according to AccuWeather's spring forecast.

Shropshire Star comment: Johnson may live to regret Treasury coup

Sajid Javid’s resignation as Chancellor came as a major shock in what was expected to be a fairly tame Cabinet reshuffle.

The Highly Accurate Ethereum Golden Cross is Forming, Is a Major Rally Incoming?

Ethereum's stellar performance of late has seen it gain 113% in the six weeks since the start of the year. This achievement reversed a six-month downtrend

The Highly Accurate Ethereum Golden Cross is Forming, Is a Major Rally Incoming?

Ethereum's stellar performance of late has seen it gain 113% in the six weeks since the start of the year. This achievement reversed a six-month downtrend

'Open to Tweaking Inside And Outside Budget For Economic Growth', Says Nirmala Sitharaman

The government had announced a host of steps in the Union Budget, presented on February 1 in Parliament

FM Sitharaman says the govt is open to tweaking inside and outside Budget for economic growth

irmala Sitharaman said the immediate feedback to the Union Budget has been motivating, as it has had a 'positive impact' on the currency, bond and equity markets.On the REITs and InvITs, the Finance Minister said she wanted to hear the views of the economists and other tax experts on the Budget

Man, 70s, arrested over Scouting Ireland sex abuse allegations

Gardaí have arrested a man in his 70s in relation to sexual offences that are alleged to have occurred over a 30 year period.

Gardaí arrest man in Cork in connection with Scouting Ireland sex abuse allegations

Gardaí have arrested a man in his 70s associated with Scouting Ireland in connection with a sex abuse investigation.

Police open road near Co-op Refinery

After a week of traffic restrictions, a road running alongside the Co-op Refinery Complex is again open to all motorists.

Saskatchewan's growth industry: Intensive livestock

When George Flotre ran a small farm, he knew every one of his cows. Now he only really knows Rita.

Mandryk: Ready appointment another wise move by Moe gov't in FCL-Unifor dispute

Sometimes government wins by simply being seen as the voice of reason and the appointment of Vince Ready is infinitely reasonable.

More people failed to pay property taxes in 2019: City of Regina

“The numbers are a little bit different from last year, a little bit higher.”

Side By Side singing love songs for Valentine's Day in Regina

Regina’s Side By Side quartet is expanding its Remembrance Day repertoire with some romantic harmonies for Valentine’s Day.

Nigora Yulyakshieva: From political refugee to Regina City Hall

“I’ve always met people with big hearts and they believe in me and they support me.”

Rob Vanstone: Saskatchewan Roughriders and Cody Fajardo celebrating one year together

Valentine’s Day marks the first anniversary of quarterback Cody Fajardo signing with the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

The $5M track-focused Pagani Imola isn't supposed to be elegant

Pagani says the road-legal Imola is the company's ultimate track toy, and only five will be built.

Rimac will help Kia turn the Imagine concept into a high-performance flagship

Kia will turn the Imagine concept it unveiled in 2019 into an electric flagship model due out in 2021. Rimac will help make the model a reality.

Maserati confirms Ghibli hybrid, second SUV

Maserati will turn around its image and its sales by injecting new life into its range. The expansion will include a hybrid Ghibli and a new SUV.

Rob Vanstone: How I missed Kobe Bryant's 81-point game

Rob Vanstone still laments the fact that he missed an opportunity to see Kobe Bryant’s 81-point game in person.

Veterinary Dept to use bait laced with anti-rabies vaccine to lure stray dogs in Sarawak

KUCHING, Feb 14 — The federal Veterinary Department will introduce bait laced with anti-rabies vaccine as a new strategy against the spread of the disease among stray dogs in the state, its director-general Datuk Dr Quaza Nizamuddin Hassan Nizar said today. “We want to use this in areas with...

CFL unveils first 24 global players who'll participate in the CFL combine

TORONTO — It's been quite the start to 2020 for Greg Quick. Since January, the CFL's director of global scouting has conducted player combines in Finland, Sweden, France, Italy, England, Germany and Japan.

CFL unveils first 24 global players who'll participate in the CFL combine

It's been quite the start to 2020 for Greg Quick.Since January, the CFL's director of global scouting has conducted player combines in Finland, Sweden, France, Italy, England, Germany and Japan.

Meet the Stars of Clone Wars' Imminent Return, the Bad Batch

Disney has released a new teaser for the premiere episode of The Clone Wars’ imminent return next week, and...well, honestly I just don’t know what to tell you. It’s Clone Wars. It’s more Clone Wars. What else do you need?

York 9 FC signs Jamaican attacker Nicolas Hamilton from Cavalier FC

TORONTO — York 9 FC has signed Jamaican attacker Nicholas Hamilton on a multi-year deal. The 23-year-old, who can play as a striker or winger, comes from Cavalier FC where he scored 10 times last season in the Red Stripe Premier League.

York 9 FC signs Jamaican attacker Hamilton from Cavalier FC

York 9 FC has signed Jamaican attacker Nicholas Hamilton on a multi-year deal.

Why Virgin Galactic Stock Just Popped Another 13%

Does this stock know any direction other than up?

Bed Bath & Beyond's Meltdown Has Only Just Begun

The retailer’s unexpected fourth-quarter update indicates that things could get much worse before they get any better.

3 High-Growth Stocks That Could Soar

Redfin, PetIQ, and Beyond Meat all have upcoming catalysts to propel their shares higher.

Look to Water Utilities for Steady Growth

The utilities sector has been the No. 2 performer so far this year. And with estimates of up to $1 trillion needed for water infrastructure replacement, it looks poised to grow.

Amazon Prepares to Launch (Another) Grocery Store Chain

The e-commerce giant is trying something different that's ... sort of ordinary.

Up 60% the Last 6 Months, This Cloud Company Just Boosted Its Growth Prospects

Important new partnerships will materialize over the next few quarters.

3 Stocks That Will Only Break Your Heart

A display chip designer, electric-car maker, and space travel upstart are hot names this year, but they could cool down at this point.

3 Small-Cap Stocks With Big-Cap Potential

You may wish you had bought Axos Financial, Telaria, and Yext now if they hit their upside potential later.

Amazon May Have Finally Cracked This Huge Retail Category

The company's decade-long efforts to make inroads in this $700 billion category may be starting to pay off.

Here's Why Everyone Should Be Rooting for Shopify

Shareholder or not, a new e-commerce movement is great for small businesses around the globe.

6 Tax Deductions You Can Claim Without Itemizing

You don't need to itemize to reap these lucrative tax breaks.

7 Stock Market Sweethearts You'll Want to Call Your Own

It's easy to adore these great businesses.

Irish charity warns of 'devastating' food crisis in Ethiopia due to locust

The Irish humanitarian aid agency Goal has warned Ethiopia could be hit with a "devastating" food...

Locust invasion is set to leave East Africa on the verge of famine, UN official warns

A billion locusts are eating their way through farmlands in eastern Africa and their population could increase by 500 times in the next four months - leaving the region facing famine, UN officials warn.

Rashid Echesa To Remain In Custody Until Monday

Sacked Sports CS Rashid Echesa will spend the weekend in custody, a Nairobi court has ruled.He will be remanded until Monday at 6 pm to allow police complete investigations into the Sh39 billion f

Ex-Sports CS Echesa to Spend Weekend in Jail

Ex-Sports Cabinet Secretary Rachid Echesa's woes deepen after the court ruled to have him...

Singapore PM Lee: Covid-19 outbreak expected to last longer than SARS and cause greater economic impact, but life has to go on

SINGAPORE, Feb 14 — While it took four months before the Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) was fully eradicated from Singapore back in 2003, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said the Covid-19 outbreak is expected to last longer, with a greater impact already hitting the economy. However, Lee...

3 Reasons Why DexCom's Q4 Update Delighted Investors

The medical-device maker delivered good news across the board for the quarter.

5 Ways to Prepare for a Recession

We don't know when the next downturn will hit, but we do know when to prepare for it.

KGF: Chapter 2: Yash Fans, Are Y’All Listening? The Superstar Has THIS Blockbuster Surprise Planned!

Superstar Yash has made a huge impact on the entire nation after the super success of KGF Chapter 1 and the fans have never left a chance to show their love. KGF 2 is in making already and the audienc

Yash’s Blockbuster Entry Scene Makes The Loudest Impact; Ingredient To Hit Films. Here’s Proof!

Superstar Yash has made a huge impact on the entire nation after the super success of KGF: Chapter 1 and the fans have never left a chance to show their love. KGF 2 is in making already and the audiences are very excited to see the next chapter unfold. But, what makes each of his movies more exciting is the blockbuster

National Space Council expands membership

The White House has added the Secretary of Energy and two other officials to the roster of members of the National Space Council.

Bernie Sanders on Social Security: Everything You Need to Know

Here's a look at how Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders would tackle Social Security's $13.9 trillion long-term cash shortfall.

Social Media Users Slam Rahul Gandhi For His ‘Who Benefited From Pulwama Terror Attack’ Remark

On 14 February 2019, a suicide bomber of the banned terror group Jaish-e-Mohammad killed 40 CRPF personnel

One year of Pulwama: Who benefitted the most from the attack? asks Rahul Gandhi

A war of words broke out between Congress and BJP on the first anniversary of the terror attack at Pulwama on a CRPF convoy with Rahul Gandhi hitring out at the Modi government wondering who

Valentine’s Day 2020: Aamir Khan Has The MOST Romantic Message For Laal Singh Chaddha Co-Star Kareena Kapoor Khan

On the occasion of Valentines day on Friday, superstar Aamir Khan penned an adorable message for his "Laal Singh Chaddha" co-star Kareena Kapoor Khan."#HappyValentinesDay Kareena. I wish I could rom

Aamir Khan wishes to romance Kareena in every film

Mumbai: On the occasion of Valentines day on Friday, superstar Aamir Khan penned an adorable message for his "Laal Singh Chaddha" co-star Kareena Kapoor Khan.

Zero, one, two, Freddy's coming for you

This post continues the series of articles, which can well be called «horrors for developers». This time it will also touch upon a typical pattern of typos r...

James McClean Emerges As Injury Doubt Ahead Of Euro 2020 Playoff

James McClean faces a race to be fit for Ireland's crucial Euro 2020 playoff against Slovakia next month after suffering a medial knee ligament injury.

James McClean Emerges As Injury Doubt Ahead Of Euro 2020 Playoff

James McClean faces a race to be fit for Ireland's crucial Euro 2020 playoff against Slovakia next month after suffering a medial knee ligament injury.

The Twickenham Win That Sparked A New Chapter For Irish Rugby

Ireland versus England is normally a championship defining fixture in the Guinness Six Nations but it's important to remember it wasn't always this way.

The Twickenham Win That Sparked A New Chapter For Irish Rugby

Ireland versus England is normally a championship defining fixture in the Guinness Six Nations but it's important to remember it wasn't always this way.

Underworld Fugitive Dawood Ibrahim Could Be Involved In 2000 Match-Fixing Scam: ACP

It’s important to clean the gentleman’s game. 19 years ago, I did whatever I could. G Ramgopal Naik, DCP Crime

Dawood Ibrahim could be involved in match-fixing scandal in 2000: ACP Ishwar Singh

ACP Ishwar Singh was the first to be deployed in the anti-extortion cell of the Delhi Police in 2000.

'Taken snippets' - Premier League man likened to Nottingham Forest legend

Nottingham Forest news - Michael Kightly has spoken about how his former boss learnt from Clough while at the Reds and has carried that advice with him throughout his career

Slaven Bilic issues West Brom injury update ahead of crucial Nottingham Forest clash

West Bromwich Albion v Nottingham Forest preview – The Reds make the trip to the Hawthorns for Saturday’s early kick-off knowing three points would move them into the top two

'Difficult' - pundit hands out verdict on big Nottingham Forest talking point

Nottingham Forest news – The Reds will be looking to maintain their Sky Bet Championship promotion push on Saturday as they make the trip to league leaders West Bromwich Albion

Neal Ardley receives help from old club Cardiff City as Joel Bagan arrives on loan

Left-back to go straight into the squad to face Woking

West Brom boss rates Nottingham Forest's promotion chances and hails Sabri Lamouchi

Nottingham Forest news | The two clubs face each other in the Sky Bet Championship this weekend, with both clubs targeting promotion to the Premier League

Nottinghamshire man on quarantined coronavirus cruise ship 'jogs around his bed to keep fit'

'True love is my wife washing my underpants in the sink,' quipped Alan.

Coroner questions whether pensioner should have been left to make decisions about his treatment

He became ill with prostate cancer and had a leg ulcer before he died

Why Nottingham Forest boss Sabri Lamouchi is the right man for the job in promotion push

The Reds will look to bounce back from their midweek setback when they take on West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns

Tiff Needell and Paul Woodman Drive Every M5 Generation Back to Back

If you haven't had the pleasure of enjoying the entire BMW M5 range, you can now do it vicariously through Tiff Needell and Paul Woodman.

BMW M8 vs. Shelby GT500 – Who’s The King Of The Drag Race?

In short, if there's a car out there to beat Ford's Mustang GT500, it would be BMW's new M8. Let's take a look at this drag race

TSX inches higher

Canada's main stock index resumed its upward trend in late morning trading despite decreases in the key energy and materials sectors.

Rail blockade comes down

While a blockade at the Pitt River Bridge started to come down Friday morning, West Coast Express service remains cancelled, leaving commuters from the Fraser Valley with a longer trip to work today.

'Can’t understand' - Nottingham Forest fans debate striker conundrum ahead of West Brom showdown

Nottingham Forest news | The Reds take on the Baggies in their next match in the Sky Bet Championship

The Debate: Will Spurs win a trophy under Jose Mourinho?

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Lewis Hamilton hits back at Max Verstappen as Brit unveils Mercedes' 2020 F1 challenger

Hamilton romped to yet another stunning title triumph last year to move him to within just one title of Ferrari great Michael Schumacher’s record tally of seven

Pat Flanagan column: Paying dumped politicians €2 million between them is an insult to public who voted them out

They call them 'parachute' payments, but maybe the word parasite is more appropriate

Eddie Hearn insists Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder winner 'has to fight Anthony Joshua'

Wilder defends his WBC title against Fury for the second time in Las Vegas on February 22 after the pair fought for a controversial draw during their first meeting in December 2018

Love Island's Ovie Soko suggests producers 'cut out' Shaughna and Luke M 'romance'

EXCLUSIVE: Legendary former Islander Ovie Soko gave us his opinion on claims Shaughna might be faking her feelings for Luke M ahead of tonight's explosive recoupling and dumping

A ballet performance of 'Swan Lake' is the perfect last minute Valentine's Day gift

A glorious production of Swan Lake is currently being performed by the Moscow City Ballet in Dublin’s Bord Gais Energy Theatre

Summer Monteys-Fullam 'slates' Paul Hollywood with Valentine's Day bed snap

Summer Monteys-Fullam appeared to take a stab at her ex Paul Hollywood on Valentine's Day as she posed with her dog

Mikel Arteta explains how Arsenal's summer transfer window will work

The Gunners boss is constantly looking ahead and already has a plan for how Arsenal will tackle the summer transfer window.

Love Island's Priscilla wants to recouple after humiliating challenge with Mike

In a Love Island first, Valentine's Day arrives in the villa - which means the producers have a special challenge for our Islanders to face...

Brendan Cole says Strictly curse 'ruins lives' opening up on Kelvin and Oti rumours

The former Strictly Come Dancing pro warned that couples 'have to be careful' and Kelvin Fletcher and Oti Mabuse have a special connection

Oti Mabuse swerves Kelvin Fletcher drama on Graham Norton after Valentine's Day post

Oti Mabuse remained tight-lipped about the 3am nightcap she enjoyed with her Strictly partner Kelvin Fletcher as she starred on The Graham Norton Show

Chloe Ferry hits the beach in impossibly tiny bikini that barely contains her modesty

The Geordie Shore star is busy soaking up the sun in Dubai with her bestie and co-star Bethan Kershaw, and as ever, the girls aren't shy about showing some skin

Nadia Essex makes Sky News presenter squirm with kinky Valentine's Day suggestion

The former Celebs Go Dating star hit back at the suggestion Valentine's Day is a 'rip off' by telling Isabel Webster to do something saucy for her husband

Curtis Pritchard proves love for Maura Higgins is real with gushing Valentine's post

Curtis Pritchard's gushing tribute to Maura Higgins flies in the face of nay-sayers who believed their romance was fake, as they celebrate six months together

Susan Boyle's Loose Women interview branded a 'car crash' as she opens up about wild sex life

Loose Women viewers were left cringing over the interview as they suggested that the panelists looked incredibly uncomfortable throughout the interview

'Luv ya Lolley' - Nottingham Forest fans show their love for Reds ace

Winger has been in top form for Sabri Lamouchi's side - and supporters showed their affections at the Premier League Darts

Weekend betting tips: Four bets that could make you a fortune

Best bets for horse racing and football

Rebekah Vardy gets three rose bouquets from Jamie after tearful TV appearance

Rebekah Vardy got three bouquets of roses from her husband Jamie following her tearful appearance on Loose Women to spill secrets on the WAG war with Coleen Rooney

Carol Vorderman hints she's dating again with cryptic Valentine's Day tweets

Carol Vorderman hinted someone was bringing her "tea in bed" on Valentine's Day after she hinted she had a very active sex life

Club owners meet to discuss forming company to run the League of Ireland

Shelbourne investor Andrew Doyle is driving the project

Greg Sloggett impressed by Dundalk setup since moving to Oriel Park from Derry City

The 23-year-old goes up against his former club in the season opener tonight

Scottish winger Billy King aims for 'fresh start' at St Patrick's Athletic

King struggled for fitness during loan spells while he was on Dundee United's books

Stuart Byrne column: Niall Quinn is not the League of Ireland's Messiah but will be an asset

The image of the league needs to be improved and Quinn can help in that regard

Ciaran Kilduff putting full focus on football for Shelbourne's Premier Division return

The striker has chosen to go full-time this season

Finn Harps boss Ollie Horgan eager to bring in new striker before transfer window closes

Horgan is hoping to bolster his attacking options before the close of the window next weekend

Rare, Early Portraits of Jim Morrison and The Doors Are Headed to Auction

The Doors only existed for six years before Jim Morrison’s death at age 27, so there aren’t tons of tour photos.

7 Bizarre Lawsuits Involving McDonald's

McDonald's has served billions of people over the decades. Every now and then, they get served themselves—with a lawsuit.

Facebook Quietly Releases a Pinterest-Like App Called 'Hobbi'

Facebook has quietly released a Pinterest-like app called 'Hobbi'.

Facebook Quietly Releases a Pinterest-Like App Called 'Hobbi'

Facebook has quietly released a Pinterest-like app called 'Hobbi'.

Lewis Burton shares Valentine’s Day message for girlfriend Caroline Flack

It has been reported that the couple are legally not allowed to see one another

Lewis Burton shares Valentine’s Day message for girlfriend Caroline Flack

It has been reported that the couple are legally not allowed to see one another

Trailer for season four of Stranger Things confirms major character is still ALIVE

Fans were convinced they were dead

Trailer for season four of Stranger Things confirms major character is still ALIVE

Fans were convinced they were dead

Paul Scholes questions Man Utd's decision to sign Odion Ighalo

Manchester United secured former Watford striker Odion Ighalo on loan in the January transfer window after Marcus Rashford picked up an injury.

Former Arkle winner Footpad sold to continue his career in America

The son of Creachadoir won 11 races for trainer Willie Mullins and owners Simon Munir and Isaac Souede

RTE's First Dates Ireland viewers have mixed reaction over dater's use of word 'mammy'

She shut down an offer to go for a drink because her mammy was picking her up

Defence Min Rajnath Singh Pays Tribute To Martyrs Of The 'dastardly' Pulwama Attack

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday paid his homage to the martyrs of last year's Pulwama terror attack which claimed 40 jawans of the CRPF

'Forever Grateful': HM Amit Shah Pays Homage To The Martyrs Of Pulwama Attack

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday paid his homage to the martyrs of last year's Pulwama terror attack which claimed 40 jawans of the CRPF.

Santi Cazorla explains big regret surrounding his Arsenal departure

Santi Cazorla's injury hell prevented a proper farewell when he left Arsenal on a free transfer to return to Villarreal in 2018

Yewande Biala opens up about online trolling

The 23-year-old recently competed on Dancing With The Stars

Yewande Biala opens up about online trolling

The 23-year-old recently competed on Dancing With The Stars

Rangers release statement over outstanding £2.8m owed to them by kit supplier Hummel

Rangers have released an official statement over the outstanding money owed to them by kit supplier Hummel.

'It transforms lives' - Scotland's first medical cannabis clinic set to open

Plans for the first clinic to prescribe medical cannabis have been revealed.

Hearts' goalkeeping chaos, Celtic's north-east torture showpiece, Motherwell piecing themselves together - what Scottish football fans should watch this weekend

Craig Fowler, Scotsman football writer and panelist on A View From The Terrace, looks ahead to the weekend's action

GAA on TV this weekend: Channels, fixtures and start times for National Hurling League clashes

There are three AHL games live on television this weekend

Inside Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes' sizzling sex life and that 50 Shades confession

This Morning hosts Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes aren't shy when it comes to dishing on their bedroom antics

Jason Manford's ITV game show What Would Your Kid Do? 'axed' after only two series

The family-friendly quiz, hosted by comedian Jason Manford, only began airing in 2018 and appears to be one of a few cuts ITV have made to freshen up their schedule

PM Modi Pays Tribute To Sushma Swaraj, Says 'She Had Great Dreams For Our Nation'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid his tribute to late former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on the day of her birth anniversary.

'Exceptional Leader': HM Amit Shah Pays Tribute To Sushma Swaraj On Her Birth Anniversary

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday paid his tribute to late former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on the day of her birth anniversary.

Kelvin Fletcher celebrates Valentine's Day with wife Liz amid Oti Mabuse drama

The former Emmerdale star took to Instagram to share a sweet tribute to his wife as well as an adorable card he received from his three-year-old daughter Marnie

Kilmarnock 'will eradicate racists' from Rugby Park says Alex Dyer amid Alfredo Morelos abuse probe

​Alex Dyer has vowed Kilmarnock will "eradicate" racists from Rugby Park after the Ayrshire outfit launched an investigation into alleged abuse directed at Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos.

Mum who lets kids make rules and not go to school insists she's not a 'lazy parent'

Nic Bescoby lets her children eat what they want and go to bed when they feel like it follows 'gentle parenting' methods based on respect

Joe Lolley sends message to Nottingham Forest fans ahead of promotion run-in

Nottingham Forest news - Forest star Lolley hopes the Reds fans can recreate the atmosphere against Leeds United as they look to secure a return to the Premier League

Peugeot offers new EV and hybrid buyers sixth month’s free charging

Peugeot is offering buyers of any of its new electric or plug-in hybrids six months of free public charging. The deal, being run in conjunction with the Polar network, coincides with the launch of Peugeot’s hybrid range – which includes the 3008 SUV, 508 and 508 SW – and the arrival of the all-new, all-electric […]

Boris Johnson's Scotland-Ireland bridge branded `waste of money' by SNP Transport Secretary

Boris Johnson's proposed bridge between Scotland and Northern Ireland has been branded a "vanity project" by Scotland's Transport Secretary who called for the £20 billion  cost to be spent elsewhere.

Rifle used to spot protesters

RCMP say the enforcement of an injunction against protesters blocking Coastal GasLink from accessing sites along the Morice West Forest Service Road near Houston, B.C. has concluded with a total of 28 arrests.

David Attenborough Edinburgh event features 'vegetarian only' menu for 'environmental' reasons

World-famous broadcaster and scientist David Attenborough is due to speak at a climate change event in Edinburgh where the menu will only feature vegetarian options.

Glasgow School of Art: Fire service given access to assist with investigations into damage