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The TV Ratings For ‘The Match: Champions For Charity’ Are Massive
In addition to raising millions of dollars for charity, yesterday's "The Match" golf event was a massive television success.
Sterling Bank offers to partner with Cynthia Morgan — amid feud with Jude Okoye
Sterling Bank Plc has offered to partner with Cynthia Morgan, Nigerian singer, for its 'One Bank' campaign.The bank took to its social media page on Monday
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
DAEJEON, South Korea: The new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way towards ...
Google is testing dark mode for Search on the web through a Chrome flag on Android
Google is testing a new dark mode for the Google search page on the web on Android. However, enabling the feature requires users to enable a hidden flag on Chrome's Canary and Dev versions.
Belmont introduces open street dining to help downtown restaurants
The city set up chairs and tables for some social distancing dining, right there on the asphalt, to support nearby restaurants and shops.
Togadia’s outfit ransacks church film set near Shiva temple in Kerala
After an uproar over social media against the film set, a group affiliated to the Antarashtriya Hindu Parishad (AHP) and its youth wing Rashtriya Bajrang Dal reached the set with hammers and ransacked it.
#SaveDehingPatkai: Coal Mining Threatens ‘Amazon of the East’
As the nation-wide lockdown continues, so do environment, forest and wildlife clearances. The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) recently approved a coal mining project by North-Eastern Coal Field, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), in an area that forms part of an elephant reserve in upper Assam.
Brazil turns to multilateral lenders in coronavirus crisis
BRASILIA — Brazil’s government hopes to borrow $4 billion from multilateral lending organizations to finance expenses related to the coronavirus crisis, including emergency supplementary payments and other social support programs.
Why are Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield not presenting This Morning?
ITV viewers may be wondering where the hosts are as they are replaced
Comedian Vir Das shares video of neighbour threatening, sneezing over him allegedly for breaking social distancing
Das said the man in the video does not own his doorstep, sit-out, or his house and he wondered if what the man did would qualify as harassment.
Italian Government Wants Unemployed To Become Social Distancing Snitches
An army of “civic assistants” will be embedded in the population
'Quite a Decent Shake' : Earthquake interrupts New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern's TV interview
The prime minister was speaking to a morning news program from Parliament in Wellington
Ramaphosa: South Africa coronavirus lockdown to ease from June 1
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a further easing of coronavirus restrictions from next month in a move that will allow most sectors of the economy to reopen fully under "strict health protocols" and "social distancing rules".
Do this before you upgrade your phone: Back up your data and wipe it clean
Tempted to upgrade to a shiny new iPhone or Galaxy device? Or perhaps you're waiting for the Google Pixel 4a announcement?
FRIENDS Actress Jennifer Aniston’s WHOPPING Net Worth Might Give You A Heart Attack, Be Aware!
Jennifer Aniston rose to fame with FRIENDS and became immensely popular all across with the show. It is till date one of the best TV shows ever made in history of Hollywood. Murder Mystery actress h
SC allows Air India to operate non-scheduled foreign flights with middle seats booking for 10 days
The Supreme Court on Monday, while hearing an urgent plea against Bombay High Court's order to keep middle seats vacant in international flights in compliance with social distancing norms.
Claims poaching and fly tipping rife at Perthshire and Fife reservoirs
A fisheries manager says the coronavirus crisis has been "a nightmare" with reservoirs in Fife and Perthshire plagued with poaching, fly tipping, and anti-social behaviour during the lockdown.
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern Keeps Calm As Earthquake Hits While On TV
The New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been going viral (again) - this time after an earthquake struck.
Residents celebrate Eid Al Fitr, maintain social distancing
Residents made their Eid Al Fitr festivities memorable by celebrating the festival at home with their family members. By celebrating Eid at home and following social distancing, they made significant contribution in government’s effort to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the country.
How identity-driven conflicts fuel Ethiopia's incendiary social media rhetoric
Unity Park aimed to tell the story of all Ethiopians and celebrate the country’s diversity. But social media revealed politicized, nationalistic reactions along ethnic lines: Amhara and Oromo.
Huawei seeks stable supply of memory chips as US pressure grows
Huawei has asked Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix for a stable memory chip supply despite apparently mounting pressure from the US to isolate the Chinese telecommunications company.
Realme Smart TV and Smartwatch make their global debut in India
The Realme smart TV, smartwatch, Neo TWS and a new power bank made their global debut in India today.
Apple TV+ promotes its kid-friendly shows ‘Ghost Writer’, ‘Here We Are’ and others
Apple has released an advert on YouTube and other channels to promote child-friendly movies and shows on its Apple TV+ streaming service
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
DAEJEON — The new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way towards customers.
Tom Brady Jokes About Splitting His Pants During Charity Golf Match: ‘They Wanted In On Social Distancing’
A number of high profile celebs and athletes were taking part in a charity golf match on Sunday to raise funds for coronavirus relief but all eyes were on Tom Brady. Champions for Charity featured Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning on one team facing off against Phil Mickelson and Brady at the Medalist Golf Club…
Burger King modifies cardboard crowns to encourage social distancing
The hats were trialled at stores in Germany.
No way to control crowding at parties in Lake of Ozarks: mayor
Mobs of partiers who flocked to poolside bars at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri over Memorial Day weekend can’t be controlled — despite social distancing guidelines, a local mayor
How the first Apple over-ear headphones could beat the Sony WH-1000XM3
The Apple AirPods Studio are rumored to launch in 2020 – but will they ever beat the Sony WH-1000XM3?
China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights.
Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors
Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the
Leinster scrap season tickets for 2020/21 amid pandemic uncertainty
Leinster Rugby have taken the “unprecedented step” of cancelling their season ticket offering for 2020/21 as the province grapples with the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic and social distancing requirements which are likely to be in place for the foreseeable future.
Italy to recruit army of 60,000 volunteers to enforce social distancing rules
Italy wants to recruit an army of 60,000 volunteers to help enforce social distancing rules, amid fears that a second wave of infections could be looming. The volunteers would not have any policing powers but would patrol piazzas, parks, playgrounds, markets, bar areas and beaches, asking people not
Apple serves dozens of repeat app updates on the App Store to fix recent app launch issues
After users began reporting the inability to open some apps on iOS and iPadOS last week, Apple is releasing dozens of repeat updates for apps in the App Store likely to fix certificate issues.
Microsoft's Memorial Day sale 2020: here are the 7 best deals
Microsoft's Memorial Day sale is underway, and we've rounded up the six best deals on laptops, Xbox One consoles, tablets, and more.
Poland apologises after PM fails to observe virus rules
A Polish government spokesman on Monday apologised for Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki’s failure to observe coronavirus-related social distancing rules in a cafe.
Dan Osborne breaks social media silence to share pictures of his kids
He and wife Jac Jossa are reported to be living apart
Education Department’s app, website to aid CET, NEET students
Mysore/Mysuru: GetCETgo – Online CET and NEET Crash Course 2020, content powered by Deeksha, is a Government of Karnataka initiative to help all students of Karnataka prepare for CET 2020 and NEET 2020. Comprehensive study material in the form of Synopsis, Practice Questions, Chapter-wise Tests, Mock Tests and Revision Videos are available free to all...
Want to buy car or bike for social distancing? These points will guide you
A recent survey by Capgemini’s Research Institute shows that 57 per cent of Indian consumers are considering a car purchase to avoid future public transport.
Is 50 Cent's Rapping Ability Overlooked?
Now that 50 Cent has solidified himself as a television mogul, it seems appropriate to reflect on his position in the hierarchy of hip-hop greats. Upon discovering an old tape of his formative project Power Of The Dollar, 50 Cent issued a confident declaration. “Damn i did this in 1998 and i s...
Eid Festival Being Celebrated with Peace in Uttar Pradesh -
The outbreak of the Corona epidemic has changed our social and religious routine. Eid ul Fitr, the festival of happiness
Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors
Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the country’s...
Mubadala to manufacture medical supplies in UAE
Bupa Arabia for Cooperative Insurance has partnered with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development to distribute 3,000 food baskets among underprivileged families, which are registered with the ministry’s Social Welfare and Family Welfare Agency. The initiative comes in line with the spirit of Ramadan, a month of giving, and in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Realme 10000mAh Power Bank 2 with 18W two-way fast charging launched
Realme held a launch event today in India where the much-touted Realme Smart TV was launched alongside the Buds Air Neo TWS earbuds and the Realme Watch, the brand’s first smartwatch. The Chinese brand also announced a new Realme Power Bank 2 with a 10000mAh high-density Lithium polymer battery which the company claims has less …
Ernie Johnson's emotional TV segment before 'The Match 2' gets strong reaction from viewers
Johnson expressed what many people around the U.S. are feeling in his opening monologue.
Social distancing in home selling: How Lehigh Valley real estate agents are adapting to new reality
The housing market scene might soon resemble more of a hospital and less of a home but Lehigh Valley real estate agents say these measures are going to be crucial moving forward amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Akeredolu's wife blasts social media critic - The Nation Nigeria
Wife of Ondo State Governor, Betty Akeredolu, has lambasted a one Jimmy Adekanle based in Canada for saying that Governor Oluwarotimi...
Taylor Swift 're-recorded' track for Killing Eve to get back at Scooter Braun
The singer's fans can't get over this smart move.
China plans to begin shifting its citizens stranded in India from June 2
China will ply flights to help its citizens stranded in India and facing difficulties to return to the mainland from June 2, as per a tentative schedule published on the website of the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi on Monday.
B.C. Parks overwhelmed as thousands try to reserve campsites
“Overwhelming numbers” of people trying to reserve campsites on the first day of availability led to technical problems with bookings on the B.C. Parks Discover Camping website, the . . .
Supplies of smartphones, tablets, laptops hit due to lower production & distribution workforce
Two senior industry executives said brands like Apple, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo and Realme are facing supply issues with operational plants running at 30-35% capacity and several warehouses are not able to operate normally.
Refunds likely to bury retail boost from pent-up demand
For shell-shocked consumers, mass job losses and emptier social calendars mean cash will prove more alluring than unused purchases.
Sony to Launch New Xperia 1 II Phone in the US on July 24 for $1,199
Sony's new Xperia 1 II flagship smartphone will now be shipping in the United States starting July 24 for a whopping $1,199. Pre-orders will start on June 1. if you choose to pre-order by June 28, you also get a free pair of Sony WF-1000XM3 noise-canceling earbuds.
Does Anyone Else Remember The TV Show ‘Yasmin’s Getting Married’ Or Was It A Fever Dream?
Who the fuck was Yasmin?
Sony's New Flagship Xperia 1 II Smartphone Will Ship on July 24th in the United States--Pre-sales start June 1st
SAN DIEGO, May 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics today announced its new flagship smartphone, Xperia 1 II, will be available for pre-sales...
Dr. Dre Explains How Much He Would’ve Hated Coming Up As A Rapper In The Social Media Era
Social media gets a bad rap nowadays. It's not uncommon for celebrities and other performing artists to slam social media for the way in which it
Is Siri continuing to listen in despite Apple's apology?
Apple had apologised to iPhone and iPad users last years after allegations of privacy breaches surfaced following a whistleblower's revelations that he was part of a team that transcribed such recordings.
Samsung approved to turn on ECG function on Watch Active 2 in Korea
Sensors on the smartwatch can finally be used in company’s home country
Sony's New Flagship Xperia 1 II Smartphone Will Ship on July 24th in the United States--Pre-sales start June 1st
SAN DIEGO, May 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics today announced its new flagship smartphone, Xperia 1 II, will be available for pre-sales...
Delhi violence: Two Pinjra Tod members sent to police custody after getting bail in rioting case
Sunday’s arrest was related to an alleged murder case linked to the riots.
Reliance’s JioMart live across India: Important details about the Amazon, Flipkart’s rival
Currently, JioMart is available as a web version but the mobile version is expected to be available very soon. No official words from Reliance as of yet. Reliance has officially launched JioMart in the country across almost all regions.
New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was undaunted by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.
New 'ShopKiwi' website encourages shoppers to support local businesses
The website offers free sign-up for NZ owner-operator businesses.
Mark Rober's Rube-Goldberg squirrel feeder is the unicorn chaser you need right now
Former Apple and NASA engineer turned YouTube sensation Mark Rober (previously) decided to spend his quarantine birdwatching until his neighbourhood squirrels defeated his supposedly squirrel-proof…
PNP to go hammer and tongs vs 405 for SAP aid anomalies
PHILIPPINE National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group director, Major General Joel Napoleon M. Coronel, yesterday said a total of 405 persons are under fire for their alleged involvement in anomalies regarding the distribution of Social Amelioration Program (SAP) cash subsidy.
COVID19: Pulitzer winning Indian-origin physician, compatriot in NYS commission on economic recovery
Mr. Cuomo on Sunday announced that the state’s Blue-Ribbon Commission, chaired by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, will also focus on improving telehealth and broadband access using new, innovative technologies.
As US edges toward reopening, a mixed picture takes shape
One pool party was a crowded bedlam of collective joy and release with no social distancing, while others heading to the beach wore masks: America getting used to scaled-back lockdowns on a big
No Pixel 4a release date? Google, you’re ceding a major win to iPhone SE 2020
Delaying the Google Pixel 4a could allow the iPhone SE 2020 to steal the crown for the year's best mid-range phone.
Redmi K30i 5G Launched But The Price is Weird - Gizchina.com
Redmi K30i 5G is the new memeber in K30 lineup. The 5G smartphone comes at an affordable price tag, but the price is weird at the same time.
Jharkhand to begin evaluation of Class 10, 12 answer sheets from 28 May; teachers to follow social distancing norms, use masks and sanitisers
The evaluation of matriculation and intermediate examination answer sheets in Jharkhand will begin from 28 May, the Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) decided in accordance with instructions by the state education department
Texas Instruments Makes It Harder to Run Programs on its Calculators
An anonymous reader quotes Engadget: Texas Instruments' graphing calculators have a reputation as hobbyist devices given their program support, but they just lost some of their appeal. Cemetech has learned (via Linus Tech Tips) that Texas Instruments is pulling support for assembly- and C-based pro...
How To Set Up New Google Accessibility Features On Your Android
Last week we experienced Global Accessibility Awareness Day. To celebrate, Google announced a number of new accessibility features for Android and Google Maps....
Seven-day institutional quarantine mandatory in AP for flyers from six states
All the flyers who wish to come to the State have to enrol in Spandana website and obtain a clearance before buying tickets, order says
Realme Watch is a budget smartwatch that monitors blood oxygen saturation levels
The Realme Watch has been unveiled in India, and there's a lot to like. The smartwatch has a 1.4-inch LCD panel and monitors blood oxygen saturation levels and 24/7 heart rate tracking. With the Realme Watch going on sale shortly for just ₹3,999 ($52), it could just be the budget smartwatch to beat in India.
New Balance's MTL575 Made in UK Is a Bold Nod to Harajuku
Inspired by Tokyo's '60s-era TVs and Japan's national flag.
Mary-Kate Olsen quickly files for divorce from Olivier Sarkozy after an eight-week moratorium on court proceedings in NYC is lifted
The documents, a summons and complaint, were filed electronically with Manhattan county clerk on Monday.
Surrey’s Alan Clegg sits down for a socially-distanced chat about his life in Cloverdale over the years
Clegg chats about his time as a volunteer firefighter, 1962’s Typhoon Freda, and how he’s been holding up during COVID-19
‘The Walking Dead’ Twitter Calls Out Missouri Pool-Goers For Being The Sort Of People To Hide A Walker Bite
As social distancing rules were flouted on the Memorial Day weekend, the ‘Walking Dead’ Twitter account likened to those who would ‘100% hide a walker bite.’ As the U.S. ...
Labor of Love: The most fun, trashiest of trashy summer TV
New reality series about a woman hoping to be impregnated by the perfect dad is making fun of men
This Morning in lockdown blunder as Ruth Langsford is forced to correct psychologist telling viewer to socialise
THIS Morning suffered a lockdown blunder today as Ruth Langsford was forced to correct psychologist Emma Kenny for telling a viewer to go out and socialise. In a phone-in, a woman said to be at …
How the coronavirus is forever changing the way MLB connects to fans
Teams are using baseball's unprecedented shutdown to revamp their social media strategy. For MLB, that could long outlast the pandemic.
Apple is expected to release a larger iPhone 12 Pro later this year — here's everything we know about Apple's next high-end iPhones so far
Apple's iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max are expected to come with larger displays, a Lidar sensor for augmented reality, and a new design.
Pattie Lovett-Reid: Let the commercial rent relief applications begin...we hope
The past weekend has to have a been a tough one for small businesses waiting to hear whether or not their landlord is going to apply to the federal government for the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program. CTV News' Chief Financial Commentator Pattie Lovett-Reid breaks down what they can expect.
Americans defy Covid-19 social distancing rules to celebrate Memorial Day holiday
Hundreds gather at pool party at Lake of the Ozarks and at Daytona Beach in Florida, defying safety restrictions
Robot barista helps South Korean cafe with social distancing
A new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way toward customers.
Community tasks Buhari to get justice for assaulted medical doctor
President Muhammadu Buhari has been tasked to order an inquiry into the reported physical assault on Dr Avwebo Otoide, a physician, by...
Apple is expected to release a larger iPhone 12 Pro later this year — here’s everything we know about Apple’s next high-end iPhones so far
It’s not unusual for Apple to release more than one version of its latest iPhone. But this year’s rumored iPhone 12 is expected to come in a whopping four different variants, compared to previous years when Apple would launch two or three versions of its newest smartphone.
Apple is expected to release a larger iPhone 12 Pro later this year — here's everything we know about Apple's next high-end iPhones so far, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Apple's iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max are expected to come with larger displays, a Lidar sensor for augmented reality, and a new design.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Leinster cancel 2020/21 season tickets and launch new membership scheme
Province forced into emergency plan as they cannot get their 12,800 season ticket holders into the RDS under social distancing guidelines.
How the coronavirus is forever changing the way MLB connects to fans
Teams are using baseball's unprecedented shutdown to revamp their social media strategy. For MLB, that could long outlast the pandemic.
Reliance Industries’ Online Grocery Service JioMart Goes Live In 200 Towns Across India
Reliance Industries limited has now officially launched its online grocery service, JioMart, across the nation after running pilot programme in Maharashtra’s Navi Mumbai, Thane, and Kalyan, reports India TV News.
Realme X50 Pro Player Edition with 90Hz display and Snapdragon 865 processor debuts in China
Realme X50 Pro Player Edition is equipped with a 4,200 mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging.
South Africa’s 24-hour trend report – the weekend
This is a high-level summary of the trending, highest impact, and most active themes and narratives related to social cohesion and division as identified from South African social media conversations on 23 and 24 May 2020.
2020 Will be Remembered as the Year Sky Finally Got Some HDR
The elite-level of Sky TV subscription over-payers will forever remember May 27th, 2020, as that's the day high dynamic range content is finally set to appear on some Sky TV set-top boxes.
Apple’s Next-Gen AirPods Could Feature Light Ambient Sensors to Extend Health-Related Features
In the next 1-2 years, new Apple AirPods could incorporate light ambient sensors, opening a door for new health-related features
Apple is expected to release a larger iPhone 12 Pro later this year — here's everything we know about Apple's next high-end iPhones so far (AAPL)
Apple is expected to release four new iPhones this year, including two models expected to be called the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Travellers light bonfires, dump rubbish and empty chemical toilets next to exclusive millionaires' row at Sandbanks in Dorset where Harry Redknapp owns £3.5m seafront mansion
Around ten motorhomes descended on a car park at the exclusive peninsula in Poole. One group of men ignored social distancing rules and sat at an outdoor table, with crates of Corona beer.
New Zealand PM calm as earthquake strikes during live TV interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview. During the interview with New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has been shaken by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake during a live television interview.
Earthquake Hits, NZ PM's Reaction Caught On Cam
WELLINGTON: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is again in the news. This time for staying calm while an earthquake hit while putting down her smile. During a live TV interview, Ardern looked
Black Country and Staffordshire schools prepare for socially distanced reopening
Children returning to school next month will have no problem maintaining social distancing rules, an MP has said.
Cops seize killer's phone
As police in Nova Scotia continue their investigation into a mass killing last month that claimed 22 lives, newly released documents reveal the RCMP recently seized and searched the killer's computer, cellphone, tablet and navigation devices.
Chinese state media says new chopper drone may be deployed along India border
The AR500C unmanned chopper is equipped to carry out fire strikes and also disrupt electronic circuitry of its target at heights above 15,000 feet, the Chinese state media reported.
iQOO 3, OnePlus 8, Realme X50 Pro and more: Best phones for playing PUBG and other games
Heres's our pick of the best smartphones for playing the most graphics-intensive available on Google Play right now.
Fury as youths spotted spitting and vandalising social distancing sign
Residents near Fens Pool Nature Reserve have slammed the 'disgusting' behaviour
TV Clip of Kids Lauding Nicola Sturgeon Removed After Comparisons to 'North Korea Propaganda'
Last week, Nicola Sturgeon announced that Scotland’s lockdown restrictions may be slightly relaxed as of next Thursday. Earlier in May, the Scottish First Minister...
One more arrested in Nashik for threatening to kill Yogi Adityanath in bomb blast
Uttar Pradesh Police's social media help desk had received a WhatsApp message in which the sender threatened to kill CM Adityanath in a bomb blast.
New payment to support Kiwis through COVID
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1m versus 2m: What experts say about social distancing
An abundance of caution will be cited by some for the two metre rule. Others argue it is too restrictive and not based on an official WHO/ECDPC position.
Fancy more social isolation? Nasa seeks volunteers to be locked up in a Russian lab for eight months simulating missions to Mars and the Moon
In a nod to the current virus pandemic, the space agency is on the hunt for volunteers for a 'social isolation' mission that simulates the psychological effects of confinement.
Assamese bride adorns silk handloom mask for wedding, idea wins praise online
Several pictures and videos of the marriage ceremony, which took place in Guwahati, Assam, on May 22, doing the rounds on social media show the bride and the groom donning matching silk handloom face masks during the wedding ceremony.
Flyers, airlines grapple with new rules; glitches and lack of transport on day 1 of flights resumption
Indias busiest airports in Mumbai and Delhi have cancelled close to 200 flights since last night.
Realme enters affordable TV segment in India, price starts from Rs 12,999
Realme Smart TV: Taking on the market leader Xiaomi, Chinese smartphone brand Realme on Monday finally forayed into the tech-lifestyle segment with bringing its first-ever Smart TV, starting from just...
Japan lifts Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes fresh stimulus
TOKYO, May 25 — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said today that Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas later in the day but that it could be reimposed if the pace of infections picked up. Social distancing curbs were loosened for most of the country on May 14...
CBSE increases exam centres from 3000 to 15,000 for pending board papers: HRD Minister
CBSE increased its exam centres from 3000 to 15,000 now to ensure social distancing during board exams. The board exams will begin from July 1.
Woollim opens investigation after signed album gifted to Lovelyz by another artist is seen being sold illegally
Woollim Entertainment took to Lovelyz' official social media to announce that another artists' signed album that was gifted to the g…
Realme X3 SuperZoom's new teasers confirm specifications ahead of launch
The teasers not only revealed how the Realme X3 looks but also revealed its processors, display, and many more.
CEO buys ailing New Zealand media giant for one dollar
Nine said that Stuff chief executive Sinead Boucher would take over the company, which operates New Zealand's most popular news website, stuff.co.nz, and titles such as Wellington's Dominion Post and the Christchurch Press.
Shops in England can open next month if social distancing guidelines met, Boris Johnson says
The Prime Minister said outdoor markets and car showrooms would be able to open from June 1, with other retailers following a fortnight later
Galaxy A31 to Launch in India on June 4: Expected Price, Design & Specs
Samsung will soon bring its all-new Galaxy A31 smartphone to the Indian market. Here is everything you need to know about the phone from specs to design.
Don’t try to fool government
Concrete answers are few and far between during a pandemic, which is why there weren’t a lot of them during the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce’s monthly webinar on Monday.
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Get the 256GB Galaxy Tab S6 for $600 ($130 off) at Best Buy
There's no denying that Apple's iPad generally provides a better tablet experience than Android tablets, since most iOS apps are actually designed for
Huawei could release the first under screen camera smartphone
The mobile phone industry has experienced a rapid change in several ways but one which stands out among the pack is the display bezels. OEMs have adopted various measures to trim down the bezels around the display screen in order to give an immersive viewing experience and improve aesthetics. One component that has made maintaining …
SHIFT13mi Linux-friendly tablet with replaceable mainboard scheduled for 2021 release
German smartphone maker Shift makes phones that are designed to be modular and easy to repair. And now the company has introduced a tablet with the same design ethos. The SHIFT13mi will be a 2-in-1…
Random: Sonic Boom Won't Be Returning, According To Television Show's Executive Producer
"There will be no season three"
Samsung might become Huawei’s lifeline in regards to memory chips
A couple of weeks ago, we explained how Huawei's ban in the USA might represent a golden opportunity for Samsung. And although the latter company's smartphone business could benefit from Huawei's unfa
It's behind you! Hilarious moment an inquisitive ostrich upstages Spanish politician during a TV interview - but he is too busy talking to notice
Miguel Angel Revilla, the President of Cantabria in northern Spain, was speaking at a press conference for the reopening of a national zoo when an ostrich appeared behind him.
China to evacuate its citizens from India amid rising coronavirus cases
The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights
Italy coalition squabbles over recruiting volunteers to enforce distancing
Italy's coalition partners quarrelled on Monday over a proposal to recruit volunteers to enforce social distancing rules as the country gradually rolls back its coronavirus-related restrictions. Regional Affairs Minister Francesco Boccia, a member of the centre-left Democratic Party (PD), said some
Realme Smart TV, Realme Watch and Realme Buds Air Neo launched in India; everything you need to know
Realme Smart TV and Realme Watch mark Realme’s foray into India’s smart TV and smartwatch market.
Swiss contact-tracing app uses Google, Apple APIs: Trial begins as country opens up
Today sees the start of the pilot phase for the long-awaited tracing app jointly developed by teams at ETH Zurich and EPF Lausanne on behalf of the federal government. Switzerland is the first country ...
Realme enters in TV segment; launches multiple AIoTs including watch
Chinese smartphone brand Realme on Monday launched a range of AIoT offerings including Realme TV, Watch and Realme Buds Air Neo. The company
Amazon fire stick: Don’t buy if you’re living outside the U.S
Amazon fire stick is cheap streaming device for watching online content on your TV. However, the device doesn't support Prime video in some regions outside of the U.S.
realme Adds Smartwatch And TV To Its Product Lineup
Aside from it's countless phones, realme also has a fitness band, which was announced back in March. The company has since added two more products to its
QC completes SAP distribution ahead of 4 Metro Manila cities
AHEAD of four other Metro Manila cities, the Quezon City government has reported complete the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Special Amelioration Program (SAP) distribution as of May 20.
New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.
Delhi Riots: 'Pinjra Tod' Activists Get Bail, Sent To Police Custody In Another Case
Moments after the court pronounced its order in the case, Delhi Police moved an application before it for their interrogation and formal arrest in a murder case.
Ben Affleck and girlfriend Ana de Armas bond with the actor's three kids over a dog walk
Ben Affleck, who confirmed that he was dating girlfriend Ana de Armas in April through his social media accounts, just took his relationship with the
New Zealand's media firm Stuff to be sold for a single dollar to its CEO
The organization Stuff prints many of the nation's daily newspapers and runs a popular news website of the same name. It employs about 900 staff, including 400 journalists
Sir Tom Moore’s NHS millions spent on staff 'wobble rooms' and patients' tablets
Sir Tom Moore raised almost £33 million for the NHS by walking 100 laps of his garden in Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire, to mark his 100th birthday at the height of the UK's coronavirus outbreak
Xiaomi Smart Lock E is now up for crowdfunding in China for 899 yuan ($126)
Xiaomi has today launched a new product for crowdfunding on its Xiaomi Mall online store — Xiaomi Smart Lock E. The product comes with support for six unlocking methods and has an electronic doorbell function as well. The six unlocking methods supported by the product includes Fingerprint, Password, Temporary Password, Bluetooth, Homekit, and Emergency Key. …
What social distancing? Prisoners gather inside Aurangabad Central Jail for namaz on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr
Social distancing norms went for a toss after many prisoners gathered inside Aurangabad Central Jail for namaz on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. A video of the same has gone viral on social media.
Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning down Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady on the golf course
New England Patriots legend Brady holes out monster shot from fairway
Your Galaxy S20 in-display scanner should feel faster with this new feature
Curious if you have the latest Samsung Galaxy S20 update on your device? This hub has all the info for the Galaxy S20, S20 Plus, and S20 Ultra.
New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.
Do not want to take up politics like my sister Nagma: 'PonMagal Vandhal' actor Jyothika
During an interaction, Jyothika spoke at length about her soon-to-be-streamed film, 'PonMagal Vandhal' on Amazon Prime Video and about her plans of entering politics.
CLT Grants Go Where Increased Need Is
“Demand for services such as budgeting support, senior citizens groups, meals on wheels, crisis and long term counselling are seeing increased demand due to the effects of COVID-19. The social service organisations providing these services are but a few of the groups that have been bolstered by trust funding this grants round,” says Trust Chief Executive, Susan Finlay.
Busy signals and crashed websites greet stir crazy B.C. campers
After being stuck indoors while taunted by gorgeous weather and pristine mountain and water views, it is no surprise that British Columbians are eager to plan the camping trip they have been . . .
Bolsonaro rallies with supporters amid virus surge
President Jair Bolsonaro hit the streets Sunday for a rally with his supporters, ditching his face mask and breaking social distancing measures even as coronavirus cases surged in Brazil.
Youth offenders complying with restrictions - report
Youth offenders are complying with Covid-19 restrictions, according to a report by the University of Limerick which finds the majority of young people have been engaged in "pro-social behaviours and activities" during the pandemic.
Eight hundred billion reasons to be careful: SA’s Covid-19 rescue package
The social relief and economic support plan presents a real test of government’s commitment to tackling corruption.
Google removes over 5 million reviews from Play Store to improve TikTok rating
TikTok's user reviews have dropped on Play Store from 27 million users to 22 million users from last week
Google removes over a million reviews from Play Store to improve TikTok rating
TikTok's user reviews have dropped on Play Store from 27 million users to 22 million users from last week
Paedophile, 21, avoids jail after driving 200 miles to abduct schoolgirl, 15, he had groomed on dating website while pretending to be 17
Charles Fraser-Varney (pictured), 21, travelled from his home in Thetford, Norfolk, to Monmouthshire in Wales to get the schoolgirl for a night together.
Realme launches Smart TV watch and Realme Buds Air Neo today; check colors features price other details
This is is the first time, Realme has forayed into the smart TV sphere. The TV will come in two sizes--Realme Smart TV will come in 32-inch and 43-inch screen size. Realme TV is powered by MediaTekk SoC
Herat Roads Crowded During Eid Despite Lockdown
Despite orders of provincial officials in Herat--a COVID-19 hotspot--to stay locked-down and practice social distancing, footage shows crowded roads and streets during the Eid holiday.
Unmoved by earthquake, New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern carries on with TV interview
Jacinda Ardern interrupted Newshub host Ryan Bridge to tell him what was happening at the parliament complex in the capital, Wellington.
Herat Roads Crowded During Eid Despite Lockdown
Despite orders of provincial officials in Herat--a COVID-19 hotspot--to stay locked-down and practice social distancing, footage shows crowded roads and streets during the Eid holiday.
Sony's flagship Xperia 1 II will ship in July for $1,200
Sony’s flagship Xperia 1 II smartphone will ship on July 24th for an eye-watering $1,199 in the US, the company announced. It packs a triple camera setup developed with the engineers behind Sony’s A7 III and other popular mirrorless cameras.
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
DAEJEON, South Korea: The new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way towards customers.
IBM and Google battle for quantum supremacy in computing
Two giants of quantum computing slug it out, politely.
Over 200 clubs join Roma in missing children campaign
ROME, May 25 — More than 200 football clubs have teamed up with Roma in a social media campaign to help the search for missing children around the world, the Serie A outfit said today. In a statement, Roma said that some of the game’s biggest clubs, including Barcelona, Real Madrid and European...
Galaxy Note 20 Plus Renders Show the Device From All Angles
The latest Galaxy Note 20 Plus renders show off a familiar design with a flatter display and a familiar camera setup.
Honor Smart Screen X1 65-inch sells over 10,000 units in 2 hours -
Honor Smart Screen X1 65-inch sells over 10,000 units in 2 hours. This is the first official sale and the TV sold with a $42 discount
As Covid-19 Cases Cross 30,000, Mumbai Police Issues Order To Curb Social Media Messages; To Hold Admins Responsible
The Mumbai police in an order dated 23 May has re-issued prohibitory orders under section 144 of the IPC against any social media messages which among others are deemed incorrect, derogatory and incite mistrust towards government functionaries.
Report: Microsoft leads the IoT platform market with greater interoperability
Counterpoint Research recently published its in-depth analysis on the leading IoT platform players. According to the report, Microsoft Azure IoT leads the market with more completeness and greater interoperability. In fact, Microsoft Azure IoT platform leads the overall evaluation in 26 out of 35 capabilities across Edge IoT, Cloud IoT, and Platform Performance categories.
Google is injecting web search results in the YouTube search UI on Android for some users
YouTube is testing a way of injecting web search results in YouTube's Android app's search results UI. The section sits below the video results and could be a very limited test for now.
Is Google adding end-to-end encryption to RCS messaging?
Google has taken the reigns on rolling out RCS messaging to Android phones, ditching phone carriers and waiting on half-baked updates and patches. With tho
Apple HomePod review: Late to the smart speaker party, best one on the block though
Apple HomePod isn't just a smart speaker, it's a great-sounding smart speaker, but it still has a long way to go before standing up to the market-leading Amazon Echo devices
Is Little Boy Blue a repeat? ITV to air heartbreaking murder drama
Four part drama Little Boy Blue will air across four consecutive nights on ITV from Sunday, May 24
Spend Stack budgeting app for iOS adds Apple Card integration, iPad cursor support, more
Spend Stack is a powerful budgeting app designed for iPhone and iPad, with a focus on using running totals and factoring in promotions, tax, and more. A new update to the app today brings support for importing your Apple Card statement, iPadOS cursor optimization, and more. Today’s update to Spend Stack brings support for editable […]
Anushka Sharma CONFIRMS Paatal Lok Season 2 But Has A Condition! Read To Know
Anushka Sharma has scored yet another home-run with her second outing as a producer with Amazon Prime Video’s Paatal Lok. While the series has been appreciated by viewers and critics alike, fans a
Dozens of Chinese companies added to US blacklist in latest Beijing rebuke
The blacklisted companies focus on artificial intelligence and facial recognition, markets that US chip companies such as Nvidia Corp and Intel Corp have been heavily investing in.
New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island early Monday but failed to crack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trademark composure as she conducted a live television interview.
South Korean cafe hires robot server to help with social distancing
South Korean coffee-making robotic arm and serving robot can make 60 different types of coffee
Woman transforms kitchen after shopping at Wilko and Amazon
Laura Baxter has created a whole new look during lockdown
The OnePlus rivals to the Apple AirPods could be called Buds
Now we have both a name and a launch month for the wireless earbuds from OnePlus, but very few other details.
True Love!!! Woman marries a man in a wheelchair in Lagos state
Social media users are gushing over a newly-married couple, after pictures from their wedding was shared on Twitter. A beautiful bride and her groom who is in a wheelchair, have drawn the attention of many, with
Baby's got moves! Dancing toddler wearing just Nikes, a denim jacket, and a diaper becomes a social media sensation after crashing his big brother and sister's TikTok video
The video was posted by a New Orleans family. Two school-age children are doing a popular TikTok dance. Their baby brother, Kyng Blanchard, then toddles into the frame
"Switched To New Normal": Airports' Body Tweets Photos Of Social Distancing
On a day when domestic flight operation commenced after two months of coronavirus lockdown, the Airport Authority of India tweeted pictures of an airport where social distancing norms were being followed. The body called it the new normal.
There is clue on techie having links with unorganised terrorist groups: Police to HC
He had put social media post asking people to sneeze openly in public place to spread COVID-19; court denies him bail
AI Robot Enforces Social Distancing At S. Korean Coffee Shop
A smart factory in South Korea developed an artificial intelligence solution to help people stay socially distanced and keep the coronavirus contained as the country reopens.
Google Search begins testing dark mode for mobile web, here’s how to try it [Gallery]
Google Search has finally begun testing its dark mode for mobile web — here's how you can start using it on Chrome for Android.
Large crowds gather for Memorial Day as US braces to surpass 100,000 deaths
People packed bars and restaurants in Missouri and beaches in Georgia and Florida, while other places remained closed or followed social distancing rules
New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
Wellington: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the programme.
China's Tablet PC Market Report For The First Quarter Of 2020
The epidemic has affected all manufacturers. But the most affected tablet PC maker is Lenovo. Huawei still ranks first with a market share of 40.2%.
Uttar Pradesh News: State Govt Releases 2257 Convicts on Parole For 8 Weeks to Decongest jails
The development comes after the Supreme Court in March directed decongesting of prisons in a bid to maintain social distancing amid Coronavirus lockdown.
Italy coalition squabbles over recruiting volunteers to enforce distancing
ROME (Reuters) - Italy’s coalition partners quarrelled on Monday over a proposal to recruit volunteers to enforce social distancing rules as the country gradually rolls back its coronavirus-related restrictions.
Teenager fakes own death on social media to avoid financial pressure from mother
A teenager who faked her own death in order to avoid financial pressure from family members has been found and arrested by police operatives in Lagos State. On May 15, the Lagos police command received a petition by one Tony Iji on behalf of the family of one Margaret Adiya Ikumu...
New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.
New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
Jacinda Ardern was conducting a live television interview when the 5.6 magnitude quake struck.
One of New Zealand's largest media organisations is being sold for just $1
The organization Stuff prints many of the nation's daily newspapers and runs a popular news website of the same name. It employs about 900 staff, including 400 journalists. Owned by Australia's Nine Entertainment, Stuff faced financial challenges before the coronavirus pandemic struck and has since seen advertising revenues plunge.
New Zealand leader continues TV interview during earthquake
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview on Monday morning.
Woods, Manning Win a TV Charity Match as Good as the Real Thing
Tom Brady delivered the shot of the match that made it easy to forget the rest of his swings. Tiger Woods didn’t miss a fairway and earned a
Ghana close to easing virus restrictions
The country banned social gatherings on March 15.
Japan to end Tokyo's state of emergency
TOKYO, May 25 — Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions today, while the Nikkei reported a plan for new stimulus worth almost US$1 trillion (RM4.36 trillion) to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic. Social distancing curbs were...
Reliance Industries launches JioMart service across cities, offers discounts: Here's how to buy groceries, place an order
Customers can now log on to the newly-launched website jiomart.com to place an order
OPPO Reno4 video teaser released; Specifications leaked
Earlier this month, a live image of the OPPO Reno4 smartphone had surfaced on Weibo. Its appearance suggested that the Chinese firm may soon launch Reno4 series smartphone in China. Over the weekend, plenty of leaks appeared to reveal that revealed the alleged specifications of the Reno4 and Reno4 Pro smartphones. Today, the company released …
The battle of Netanyahu's life, or a hopeless trial? - Radio
With masks and social distancing, the Prime Minister experiences his first day as his trial opens. Will he beat it?
Michael Moore’s ‘Planet Of The Humans’ Documentary Controversially Removed From YouTube
Michael Moore and Jeff Gibbs' controversial environmental documentary "Planet of the Humans" has been scrapped from YouTube. Gibbs and Moore are outraged by YouTube's decision to pull the free film from the website. The film had racked up more than 8.3 million views in under two months. It was pulled from YouTube over a copyright…
'We just want some help': Drought-stricken Hauraki Plains farmers
Farmers on the Hauraki Plains are banding together and holding socially-distanced shed meetings, as they fight the worst drought seen in the area in decades.
Bihar to install oxygen pipeline system in sub-divisional hospitals
The state government is also set to place an order for medicine supplies for the next two years including 3.5 million strips of hydroxychroloquine tablets, besides procuring walk-in-kiosks like Kerala for all its district hospitals to take Covid-19 samples from patients.
B.C. needs changes to keep cyber threats out of its election process: report
VICTORIA - British Columbia should update its Election Act to include cyber protection measures before next year's scheduled provincial election, says the c
Vivo Y70s 5G will boast Exynos 880 SoC and will cost less than $280
Vivo Y70s has been listed on the company's Chinese website. The device will boast the octa-core Exynos 880 SoC and costs less than $280.
Hackers get access to Apple's upcoming iOS 14 nearly eight months ahead of its expected release after buying an iPhone 11 from a gray market in China with a test version of the operating system installed on it
While Apple hasn't officially unveiled iOS 14, hackers appear to have already had full access to it for several months, after one bought a developer's unit of the iPhone 11 in China.
Realme Buds Q, Buds Air Neo, 30W Dart Power Bank and more launched in China
Realme seems to be firing on all cylinders as the company expanded its product catalogue n India and China with the launch of several products, including the X50 Pro Player Edition smartphone. The India launch event saw the unveiling of the Realme Smart TV, Buds Air Neo earbuds, 10000mAh Power Bank 2 and the brand’ …
Anger over 'large, drunk' groups congregating and ignoring social distancing in Ancoats
Photos showed crowds at Cutting Room Square
Brawl offenders will be identified using CCTV and social media videos
Positive identifications are expected of the youths involved in a mass brawl in a Cork suburb at the weekend.
Bennett University webinar: Need to tap Artificial Intelligence to fight Covid, says IT minister Ravi Shankar Prasad
“This world will not remain the same as it was till now. Your life habits, your approach to life, maybe your over-aggrandizement of the world as a nation will change. In this light, do we need to reflect on the application of AI in a completely different way?” Prasad said.
William Small, 'hero to journalism' at CBS, NBC, dies at 93
During a six-decade career, Small supervised, guided and in some cases hired generations of some of the best-known reporters and anchors in television news.
Sparse crowds on Memorial Day as NYC-area beaches reopen for weekend
Memorial Day was a washout for Big Apple beaches — and it didn’t even rain. The typical massive crowds that flock to local shores never materialized over the holiday weekend, as beaches
Eminem Gives a Gift to His ‘Stans,’ Tweets Out Phone Number
In an effort to promote the 20th anniversary of his album The Marshal Mathers LP, Eminem took to Twitter and tweeted out a phone number generated by the phone-based social media site Community.
Breaking Through The Glass Ceiling - A Spring For Women In Artificial Intelligence
Many women have historically seen both AI and drug discovery as predominantly male professions.
What's the difference between USB-C, Bluetooth 5.0, and HDMI 2.1?
Making sense of modern connectivity protocols: There's a jungle of features and restrictions that apply to various versions of popular standards used by millions of people. Here's how to tell which USB, Bluetooth, and HDMI-enabled electronics are capable of what.
Jeremy Kyle 'must be banned from TV until he is held to account over show death'
MP Damian Collins has called for a ban on Jeremy being allowed to return to television screens until he has answered questions in relation to his work on The Jeremy Kyle Show
HTC billed to release a 5G smartphone later this year; a mid-ranger is in the works too
HTC is all set to make its highly-awaited comeback in July this year with its first-ever 5G smartphone. The company is also working on a mid-range HTC Desire 20 Pro that will come with a Snapdragon 6xx chip, 6GB of RAM, and a triple-camera setup.
Asifabad farmer to present apples to CM KCR
It may be recalled that CM KCR invited Balaji for a meeting after being impressed by latter's brave decision to grow the fruits a few weeks back.
Weather in Latvia expected spring-like with a possibility of thunderstorms
Weather in the coming days in Latvia will be generally moderate – slow wind with some rain every now and then, including thunderstorms. Nevertheless, the sun will shine more often, as reported by Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre.
AirPods Studio: Apple's US$349 over-ear headphones enter mass production ahead of WWDC 2020 unveiling
Rumour has it that the AirPods Studio may have already entered mass production. Slated to be announced at WWDC 2020 next month, the US$349 over-ear headphones will compete with the likes of the Bose 700, the upcoming Sony WH-1000XM4 and the Surface Headphones 2.
Being on the street exposes you to social vices – Street Boy shares harrowing story
Young Collins Amankwah, who happens to be a street boy in the busy city of Accra as a result of broken home and its bizarre consequences, narrated his rather sad and risky experiences on the streets.
Here Are The 10 Best Films On TV Tonight
We have again searched through the listings and found some great films on TV tonight for you to enjoy.There's a recent action blockbuster, a Will Smith thriller, and ...
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews the weekend's TV: Stealing raw meat from hungry lions? Now that's real bravado!
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Striding across the bristling swamp-grass of the Okavango Delta in Botswana, in Walking With Elephants, Levison Wood insisted on taking his boots off, going barefoot.
Galaxy Watch Active 2 inches closer to the Apple Watch Series 5 with ECG functionality
ECG support has finally arrived for the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 in South Korea. The feature was supposed to be released alongside the wearable but got delayed. International availability will vary on a country-by-country basis, and it will entirely depend on how long it takes for it to pass through the government machinery of a nation.
NASCAR drivers making the most of time in spotlight
Elliott was cruising toward victory with two laps remaining in the 600 when a caution sent the race to overtime. The five additional laps -- another 7.5 miles -- pushed the longest event on the NASCAR
Go to court and challenge new register and not threats - Buaben Asamoa
Communications Director for the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Yaw Buaben Asamoa has stated that if the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has disagreements with the Electoral Commission’s decision to compile a new voter’s register, they can proceed to court.
3 Ways Every Company Should Prepare For The Internet Of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a technology trend that will impact every business. With the amount of smart connected devices exploding, here is how every company can get ready.
If The NBA Can Thrive Under A “Bubble,” Why Not The Presidential Election?
Joe Biden should place the ten-or-so women associated with his vice presidential search under a "bubble" in Las Vegas or Orlando – or some other city in some swing state where they could engage in what, in effect, would be a really awful version of television’s "Survivor" series.
COVID-19: Nigerians Demand Opening Of Religious Places
In a recent poll conducted by SaharaTV on Twitter, the majority of respondents demanded that government should open religious centres while also demanding that the entire country should be re-opened.
Zulu assures SA that R350 special COVID-19 grant will be paid this week
Unemployed South Africans are desperate for the money and the Department of Social Development seems to be struggling with the distribution of the fund.
‘Bitten’ hard by the pandemic
Those passionate about travelling and made it their profession are now rethinking their strategies for web traffic and content post-Covid outbreak.
Thousands Of Americans Flagrantly Violated CDC Social Distancing Guidelines This Memorial Day Weekend. Here Are The Worst Offenders
Memorial Day weekend 2020 offered millions of Americans their first taste of freedom and the chance to go to the beach in months. Tens of thousands of people put them—and the rest of summer—at risk by flaunting the rules
Refrain from provoking returnees on social media: AAPSU
GUWAHATI: The All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) has taken strong exception to the reported stigmatisation and provocative posts on social media and other forums in the wake of the detection of a COVID-19 positive case from the stranded pe
'They couldn’t collate their results in 2016' - Awuku tells NDC not to blame EC
The New Patriotic Party's National Organiser, Sammy Awuku has refuted claims by the NDC that the Electoral Commission (EC) and the National Identification Authority (NIA) are in league to rig the elections in favour of the ruling government.
Video Of Pool Party At Missouri’s Lake Of The Ozarks Goes Viral Amid Pandemic
Some social media users have described the sight as “unreal.”
Available data proves NDC manages economy better than NPP – ASEPA
The Alliance for Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA) says claims that the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) are better managers of the Ghanaian economy are inaccurate.
Migrants choosing to stay back after opening of industries
With Punjab industries gradually oiling its machinery to go full throttle amidst the Covid-19 scare, about 50 percent of the migrant labourers, who have registered at the state’s web portal to return to their native towns, have decided to stay back. Every day, the number of migrants going back
Webinar by DPS hosts iconic danseuse Geeta Chandran
Delhi Public School Varanasi, Nashik and Lava Nagpur hosted Geeta Chandran, the iconic doyenne of Bharatnatyam, in a webinar on 23rd May 2020. The webinar was seventh in the series titled BREAKING BARRIERS. Breaking Barriers is an initiative to present varied thoughts and perspectives and promote creativity and learning among the students of the three […]
Plea to change office timing
SHILLONG: In view of shortage of buses, there is a demand to change the government office timing from 9 am to 3 pm.Referring to media reports on government servants violating social distancing in buses, John F Kharshiing, Adviser & Spokesperson,
LG Velvet: Snapdragon 765G smartphone scheduled for North American release; LG Q61 could be on the way too
The LG Velvet is coming to North America, according to South Korean media. Possibly costing upwards of US$735, the device features a 6.8-inch OLED display, a Sony IMX586 primary camera and a Snapdragon 765G processor. The newly announced LG Q61 appears to be getting an international release, too.
Serial rapist dubbed 'the Beast of Kavos' breaks his back plunging 100ft into a ravine in Corfu when police tried to arrest him over 'new attack on Albanian woman weeks after he was released'
Dimitris Aspiotis, 47, who preyed on seven British holidaymakers, fractured his leg, hip and spine and ruptured a kidney when he fell from a cliff in Lefkimmi last Friday.
Apple Leaks Reveal Radical New MacBook Pro
As Apple prepares to move the MacBook from Intel to ARM, how do you market and sell such a radical laptop?
Aging In Place? A Check-In Device May Increase Safety And Security
Older adults who are aging in place can augment their level of safety and security by using a check-in device. The old-style devices had a button to press. Today you can use an app on your smart phone
Centre should worry about citizens’ health, instead of airlines: SC
The Supreme Court on Monday said there cannot be two norms -- six feet social distance outside and shoulder to shoulder travel on flights.
New Zealand PM carries on with TV interview during quake
Rest of World News: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview Monday morning. She inter
Get to bottom of JB Danquah’s death before Atta Mills – A Plus to Deputy Minister
Musician and politician, Kwame Asare Obeng alias A Plus has wandered how the governing New Patriotic Party(/NPP) is going to get to unravel the cause of death of former President John Evans Atta Mills when the party is yet to get to the bottom of the death of JB Danquah Adu, a former NPP MP.
New Xiaomi Mi Band 5 features discovered: Smartphone camera controller, more fitness categories, and analog watch face support
The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 fitness tracker will reportedly feature a smartphone camera controller among its array of functions. On top of that, five new fitness categories have been added to the included list of workout activities, and the Mi Band 5 will also be able to display an analog watch face if the user so desires.
Northeast Delhi overcomes riot scars to celebrate Eid
Northeast Delhi overcomes riot scars to celebrate Eid. In northeast Delhi, Eid this year is a celebration of a long-time friendship that even stood the test of communal riots for some, while for many, it is shorn of any festivities.
Flight to Q'town: Passengers break 'every rule' in 5 mins
Two months' worth of difficult social distancing could have been blown in five minutes by other impatient flyers, an Air New Zealand passenger...
Millions Of Android Users To Get This Killer New WhatsApp Alternative
Google's surprise move has WhatsApp users in its sights.
Producers Guild issues guidelines for shooting post lockdown
he Producers Guild of India on Monday revealed that the body has drafted a fresh set of rules for shooting films, television and OTT series,
Spike in coronavirus cases in Oregon traced to gatherings
A spike in reported coronavirus cases in Redmond last week has been tied to family and social gatherings in the area.
TV actors battle to survive lockdown blues
As the television industry remains paralysed by lockdown, many actors and workers are scared. Non-payment of dues by many producers are just adding to the woes. For many, it is either turning into a struggle with mental health or a matter of survival
Go to court and challenge new register and stop the threats - Buaben Asamoa
Communications Director for the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Yaw Buaben Asamoa has stated that if the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has disagreements with the Electoral Commission’s decision to compile a new voter’s register, they can proceed to court.
Over 1.5 million developers have already flocked to the Huawei AppGallery, Huawei's alternative to the Google Play Store
Over 1.5 million developers have already signed up to the Huawei AppGallery, Huawei's in-house app store. Perceived to be an alternative to the Google Play Store during ongoing US trade sanctions, all new Huawei and Honor products will ship without Google Play Services.
India can benefit from promoting local industries: Indresh
The National Security Jagran Manch organized National India webinar. The speaker of the event was Indresh Kumar, chief patron and mentor of Forum for Awareness in National Security (FANS). Kumar who is also national executive member of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh shared his
Leak suggests that the Redmi Monitor 1A is a cheaper version of the Mi Display 1A
Redmi's upcoming monitor will be called the Redmi Monitor 1A, according to well-known leaker Ishan Agarwal. Much like the Mi Display 1A, it will also come with a 60Hz 23.8-inch IPS LCD panel. The monitor will reportedly cost around $85 and will be unveiled alongside a host of other products on May 26th.
Huawei seeks stable chip supply from Samsung and Hynix
Huawei Technologies Co. has sought high-level assurances from Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc. they will continue to supply memory chips despite mounting pressure from the U.S. to isolate the Chinese telecommunications company, the Korea Economic Daily reported.
Zimbabwean students contest e-learning in courts
HARARE – University students failing to participate in the virtual classrooms during lockdown due to lack of smartphones, laptops and unavailability of Internet services in some parts of the country, have contested the introduction of e-learning at the High Court.
Prison officers, others defy ban on social gathering
Two prison officers were spotted consuming alcohol Sunday night at Koforidua the Eastern Regional capital with dozens of others in blatant disregard to the ban on public gathering and closure of drinking spots.
We are prepared to fight election 2020 on Akufo-Addo's phenomenal record - Veep Bawumia
The Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has indicated that the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) is ready to contest the 2020 elections on the phenomenal record and leadership of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
KTR extends aid to differently-abled
IT and Municipal Administration Minister, KTR once again displayed his compassionate side on Sunday, when he extended financial support to a physically challenged person.
Stephen Ntim supports Greater Accra Regional youth wing of the NPP
Former National Vice Chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party(NPP) Stephen Ntim has donated innumerable items to support all Muslim Executives in all the constituencies in the Greater Accra region as they climax this year’s Ramadan festivities.
Next Apple AirPods to come with Ambient Light sensors - Gizchina.com
According to a new rumor, Apple will equip one of its upcoming Apple AirPods headsets with Ambient Light Sensors for health tracking features.
‘Dear…’ Trailer: Fan Letters Reach The Celebrities That Inspired Them in Apple TV+ Series
Oprah, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Spike Lee, and more read letters from fans who were inspired by them in the Dear... trailer for the Apple TV+ series.
Federal government plans to accelerate investments in high-speed internet for remote parts of Canada
Ottawa to launch website that will track broadband infrastructure projects through various stages of progress
KIBAARA: Smart food markets for the future way to go
The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed that open markets aren’t built for a crisis like this one.
India looks to store cheap oil in United States: Oil minister
India is looking at storing some low priced U.S. oil in facilities there as its local storage is full, oil minister Dharmendra Pradhan told CNBC TV18 news channel. India's plan could be similar to a
Voice of the Mirror: Sorry hardest word for Cummings whose self-pity will con nobody
Dominic Cummings' pathetic, self-pitying display today is a prime example of a Tory elite acting as if the rules do not apply to them, and no-one will buy it
Viewers fume as Paddington pushed from TV schedule due to Dominic Cummings
The feel-good film was meant to air on Bank Holiday Monday.
RangeAmp attacks can take down websites and CDN servers | ZDNet
Twelve of thirteen CDN providers said they fixed or planned to fix the problem.
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern keeps cool as earthquake strikes during TV interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was largely unphased when an earthquake struck during a live TV interview Monday morning. “We’re just having a bit of an earthquake here, Ryan,” Ardern
Man sneezes at Vir Das, threatens to slap him for not wearing mask. But I'm at home, says comedian
Vir Das' 73-year-old neighbour sneezed at him and threatened to slap him because apparently the comedian was not following the social distancing protocols.
New Zealand PM Ardern’s response to earthquake goes viral
New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Arden went viral Monday over the composure she kept during an earthquake on live television.
Domino Park Introduces Social Distancing Circles to Adapt to the COVID-19 Crisis
Domino Park has introduced a series of painted social distancing circles.
Domino Park Introduces Social Distancing Circles to Adapt to the COVID-19 Crisis
Domino Park has introduced a series of painted social distancing circles.
New Zealand's Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
WELLINGTON — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington on Monday while she was doing a live TV interview, and calmly continued with the program.
Seal Beach police enforce physical distancing at beach
Police on ATVs were out on patrol in Seal Beach making sure people followed the rules on the sand as the beach was open during the weekend.
New Zealand Prime Minister continues interview during 5.8 magnitude earthquake
An earthquake that hit New Zealand on Monday physically shook Prime Minister Jacinda Adern during a live television interview.
Jharkhand board exam evaluation process to begin from May 28; result to be announced in June
NDTV reports that the JAC will begin the evaluation process on Thursday and the result is expected to be announced by June end.
Oppo Ace 2 is on sale in China with up to 400 Yuan ($56) discount
Oppo Ace 2 launched in the month of April in China for a starting price of 3,999 Yuan ($560). Now, after a month from its release, the handset is on sale for a discount up to 400 Yuan ($56). The Chinese smartphone maker separated its Ace series of smartphones from Reno with the launch of …
HTC rumoured to launch 5G flagship smartphone in July
The phone is rumoured to be inspired by the HTC U12+ flagship that launched back in 2018.
After COVID-19 delay, Nokia 8.3 5G should be launching very soon
The Nokia 8.3 5G was announced as the company's first 5G smartphone a few months ago. Unfortunately (and in large part to the current COVID-19 pandemic) th
Save $70 on a Nest WiFi bundle at Best Buy and the Google Store
Several retailers across the US, including Best Buy and Bed Bath and Beyond, have discounted Google's latest Nest WiFi router and access point bundle to $200.
City explores painting “social distancing circles” on the park lawns after Trinity Bellwoods chaos
Complacency and fatigue probably had a lot to do with the disarray at the popular downtown park this weekend, but where does personal responsibility fit in all of this?
Two injured in ATV accident near Mount Washington base
A man and a woman were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries Monday when the all-terrain vehicle they were riding left a logging road near the foot of Mount Washington. “It looks . . .
UFC on ESPN 9: ‘Woodley vs Burns’ multimedia live stream | Fight week
We’ll share all the important UFC on ESPN 9: "Woodley vs. Burns"-related fight week news and notable social media activity right here in this up-to-date stream.
Derbyshire man 'sworn at and abused' for trying to social distance
He was out walking with his father when the incident happened
Ryanair goes to court over conduct of social welfare appeal
Airline claims it was refused leave by appeals commissioner to cross examine witnesses
Full Text: From the Group CEO of The Pinnacle Property Holdings Limited – Mr Edmund Chiyangwa
By Edmund Chiyangwa I write in response to numerous newspaper and social media hypes regarding the Farm Odar, Nyarungu Estate and Subdivision A of Stoneridge which have been turned into vilification of my father, the Chairman of the Pinnacle Group, Hon Dr. P Chiyangwa.
France elects its first transgender mayor who has vowed to 'wake up' her small village
Marie Cau vowed to develop social and environmental policies in the village of Tilloy-lez-Marchiennes after receiving her honorary sash of office.
Analysis: Smart grid facilitates grid flexibility and resilience
Change in electricity consumption patterns during lockdown has put grid resilience to the test but grid flexibility is currently coping with demand shifts.
Chelsea: Blowing £150m in the smartest way possible this summer
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Crypto Wallet Providers Ledger and Trezor Dismiss Claims of Database Hack
Ledger and Trezor, two of the world’s leading cold wallet providers, on May 24, 2020, dismissed rumors of a Shopify database exploit and claims that hackers are auctioning customer personal details on the dark web.
Durham Police confirm they spoke to Dominic Cummings' dad on April 1
'He told the officer that his son and son's wife were displaying symptoms of coronavirus and were self-isolating'.
Edo, Ondo: INEC to create e-platforms for submission of nomination forms
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will create electronic platforms for submission of nomination forms by political parties...
The 6 best smartphone gimbals to spend your money on
Those looking for the best smartphone gimbals will soon realize there are many options available. We are here to help you find the right one!
Samsung Galaxy Note 20+ CAD renders reveal large display and premium design
Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy Note 20 series of flagship phones in August. The lineup is likely to include two devices named Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20+. Last week, the CAD renders of the Galaxy Note 20 were released by Pigtou publication in partnership with @Xleaks7. Now, the same publication is back …
Redmi K30i 5G debuts with 48MP quad cameras, 120Hz display and Snapdragon 765G
Redmi has silently introduced a new smartphone called Redmi K30i 5G in China. Its design and specifications are identical to the Redmi K30 5G phone that went official in China back in December 2019. The only major difference between the two phones is that the Redmi K30 5i comes with a 48-megapixel primary lens on …
New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.
How Season 2 of 'Homecoming' Changes the Season 1 Finale
"Homecoming" season 2 on Amazon Prime Video completely recontextualizes one of the very best scenes from the season 1 finale
Canada to ramp up COVID-19 testing and tracing, recommend digital app
Works closely with Apple and Google.
Woods, Manning win a TV charity match as good as real thing
Tom Brady delivered the shot of the match that made it easy to forget the rest of his swings. Tiger Woods didn't miss a fairway and earned a small measure of revenge against Phil Mickelson.
Aristocrat agrees to $47m payout to settle smartphone game lawsuits
The Australian pokies giant was hit with lawsuits by US customers who lost money playing with "virtual chips" on its smartphone casino games.
Reliance launches JioMart online grocery service, challenging Amazon and Flipkart
Reliance has launched an online grocery service, JioMart, in a move aimed at rivaling Amazon's local unit and Walmart's Flipkart in India.
Major automakers see demand for personal vehicles going up
Automakers like Maruti Suzuki, Honda, Toyota and Tata Motors expect demand for personal vehicles to go up in the country as social distancing and fear associated with COVID-19 veer people away from public transport.
New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island early Monday but failed to crack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trademark composure as she conducted a live television interview. The quake struck just off the coast before 8:00 am local time (2000 Sunday GMT) at a depth
New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.
Aristocrat agrees to $47m payout to settle smartphone game lawsuits
The Australian pokies giant was hit with lawsuits by US customers who lost money playing with "virtual chips" on its smartphone casino games.
‘Things moving behind me’: New Zealand PM continues TV interview as quake strikes
Monday’s magnitude 5.6 quake struck in the ocean about 100 kilometers (62 miles) northeast of Wellington, according to the US Geological Survey.
New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20+ renders leak, show off new design and 6.9-inch display
While the new CAD-based renders do bring some surprises, they do overall appear to show a design that borrows heavily from the Galaxy S20 series.
CEO buys struggling New Zealand media company for $1
The organization Stuff prints many of the nation’s daily newspapers and runs a popular news website of the same name. It employs about 900 staff, including 400 journalists.
Japan plans to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bn stimulus
Social distancing curbs were removed for most of the country on May 14 as new infections fell, but the government had kept Tokyo and four other prefectures under watch
Australia unleashes ‘Neighbours’ to counter China influence
Canberra will beam local TV shows to seven Pacific island nations in soft power push
How teenage girl faked own death to avoid financial pressure from mother
A teenage girl, Margaret Ikumu, 19, of Oni community in Oju Local Government Area of Benue, has faked her own death on social media
Title: Two-dimensional MXene as a novel electrode material for next-generation display
Researchers in the US and Korea reported the first efficient flexible light-emitting diodes with a two-dimensional titanium carbide MXene as a flexible and transparent electrode. This MXene-based light-emitting diodes (MX-LED) with high efficiency and flexibility have been achieved via precise interface engineering from the synthesis of the material to the application (Advanced Materials,2020, 2000919).
Firms beg for social distancing guidelines to be eased
The Government is under mounting pressure to relax social distancing guidelines as the retail and hospitality sectors warn of thousands of permanent job losses unless the two-metre rule is changed.
Office invasion: Minister, Dabiri-Erewa fight dirty on social media
Adelani Adepegba, Samson Folarin and Ife Ogunfuwa The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, and the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, I...
Naagin 4: Rashami Desai No Longer A Part Of Ekta Kapoor’s Show Due To THIS Reason?
After coming out of Bigg Boss 13, Rashami Desai grabbed headlines for bagging Ekta Kapoor's Naagin 4. Her fans were happy when she got an opportunity to be a part of one of the successful television
Hispanic vote in Florida may come down to Biden’s ability to overcome socialism stigma
LITTLE HAVANA, MIAMI — One does not have to walk far from the outdoor coffee window at Versailles Restaurant in the heart of Little Havana to hear impassioned words about politics, socialism, and Cuba.
Chrome: 70% of All Security Bugs Are Memory Safety Issues
Roughly 70% of all serious security bugs in the Chrome codebase are memory management and safety bugs, Google engineers said. From a report: Half of the 70% are use-after-free vulnerabilities, a type of security issue that arises from incorrect management of memory pointers (addresses), leaving door...
New Zealand leader carries on with TV interview during quake
WELLINGTON, New Zealand - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern barely skipped a beat when an earthquake struck during a live television interview Monda
Brad Keselowski wins Coca-Cola 600 as late pit stop costs Chase Elliott
Chase Elliott was coasting to victory in the Coca-Cola 600 when teammate William Byron spun with a tire problem, leading Elliott to pit with two laps remaining and paving the way for Brad Keselowski to claim his first win in the event.
WATCH | New Zealand PM unruffled as quake hits mid-interview
A moderate 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled New Zealand's North Island, but failed to crack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trademark composure as she conducted a live television interview.
Realme launches its smart TV, smartwatch, Buds Air, and power bank in India
Realme launches four new products in India. This include Realme Smart TV, Smartwatch, Realme Buds Air and a 1000mAh Power bank 2
Snapchat looking to expand India business based on growth in user base: Report
Social media platform Snapchat is eyeing significant growth in its India business owing to a surge in usage, according to media reports.Snapchat’s daily active user base (DAU) in India increased by 12
Metroid Prime Trilogy for Switch coming next month, according to Swedish website
A Metroid Prime Trilogy Switch port has been rumoured for a while, and it could finally be announced/released as early as June.
Producers Guild frames guidelines for Bollywood to resume shoot, thanks Maha CM for considering request
Producers Guild of India has drafted new protocols for the film and TV industry, which will be followed once they are granted the permission to resume
Two Pinjra Tod activists, minutes after getting bail in anti-CAA protests case, arrested on separate charge; sent to 2-day police custody
Two Pinjra Tod women activists, who were granted bail on Sunday in a case related to the northeast Delhi communal violence, were sent to two days of police custody moments later in a separate murder case linked to the riots.
CMCO: Penang releases guidelines to reopen arts, cultural spaces, says state tourism chief
GEORGE TOWN, May 25 — Penang government has released a set of guidelines to reopen arts and cultural spaces, emphasising on social distancing and other public health requirements mandated by the federal and state governments. In a statement today, Penang Tourism, Arts, Culture and Heritage...
Infinix Hot 9 series with 5,000 mAh battery and punch hole display to debut in India on 29 May
The Infinix Hot might be powered by the Helio A25 chipset and is expected to offer 4 GB RAM.
Woot is blowing out refurbished iPad, MacBook, and iMac models today only
The sale features various refurb Apple devices from iPad mini to 27-inch iMac. Some are listed as "Scratch & Dent" so may have cosmetic wear, whereas others are refurbished to look like new. You'll get a 90-day warranty with whatever you buy.
Chrome M83 Update Causing Frequent Crashes On ASUS Phones
Some Asus smartphone users are experiencing issues like webpages not loading and frequent app crashes following the Chrome M83 update.