Edinburgh International Film Festival artistic director to stand down

Mark Adams has overseen five festivals since being appointed in 2015.

Imran Khan praises Turkey’s diplomacy model

The mindse­t in Turkey change­d after Erdoga­n came to power, says PM Imran

MP Court Issues A Summons Against Ameesha Patel In A Cheating Case

In the last month, we came across the shocking news as the case for cheating was registered against Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel. As per the complaint, Ameesha Patel issued a cheque to film produce

South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial

JOHNANNESBURG (Reuters) - A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former president Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over a $2 billion arms deal.

In Delta, opposition parties, ruling PDP not enemies, says Otuaro, dep gov

Deputy Governor of Delta State, Deacon Kingsley Otuaro, has said that opposition political parties in the state were not foes to the ruling PDP

Gross Domestic Product growth falls to 4.5% in Q2 of 2019-20

The Gross Domestic Product growth fell to 4.5 per cent in the second quarter of the year 2019-20.

Low subscriber numbers and debt kill Cell C Black

Disappointing subscriber numbers and a poorly executed strategy led to the closure of Cell C’s streaming service, Black.

UK PM Johnson says Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a...

Letters for Nov. 29

Don’t speed and you won’t payRe: Police chief opposed to nixing photo radar, Nov. 27I have been caught speeding by photo radar more than once. Guess what? I was speeding.Reviewing photo radar on th…

India quarterly growth falls to worst level in six years

India's economy grew at its slowest pace in more than six years in the July-September period, down to 4.5 percent from 7.0 percent a year ago, according to government figures released Friday that piled more pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Huawei plans legal challenge to latest US pressure: report

Chinese telecoms giant Huawei is preparing a legal counterpunch against new moves by American regulators to bar the company from accessing $8.5 billion in US federal funds for services and equipment, a report said Friday.

Bypolls: In Yellapur, a homecoming for Hebbar

A. Shivaram Hebbar, who switched loyalties from the Congress to the BJP and is contesting the bypoll from the low-profile Yellapur constituency, is not a new face in the saffron party. Having roots in

Premier League CEO Pemsel resigns before starting job

The Premier League says David Pemsel has resigned before starting his job as chief executive following reports about his private life.

Focus will be on Canadian GDP – TDS

Analysts at TD Securities (TDS) offered a brief preview of Friday's only important release of the Canadian GDP growth figures, scheduled later during

Woman, 60s, fighting for life after being hit by a car in Bandon, Co Cork

The female pedestrian was rushed to Cork University Hospital with serious injuries

Iraqi prime minister says he will resign: statement

BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi said on Friday he would offer his resignation to parliament to allow lawmakers to choose a new government, in a move that follows weeks of violent anti-government protests.

Uddhav's first Cabinet meet discussed house majority not farm relief: Fadnavis

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Friday attacked the newly formed Uddhav Thackeray government in Maharashtra, alleging it preferred discussing proving majority in its first cabinet meet rather than giving relief to farmers, and asked why it then claims to have numbers.

Is Ramaphosa recognising Khoisan communities, or robbing the rural poor?

While a new law sees the president formally recognising Khoi and San communities, its critics say it also opens up vulnerable communities to exploitation by mining companies.

The best Black Friday deals for Premier League football at Amazon, Sky and BT

The best tips on how to watch the remainder the 2019/2020 season without breaking the bank

Clear-Up Continues In Albanian Quake Village

The clear-up following a devastating earthquake in Albania, which killed at least 49 people, is continuing. In the village of Thumane, 23 fatalities have been confirmed so far. Unsafe houses are being demolished, while displaced residents continue to live in tents. Fran Dodaj, one of the village residents, spoke to RFE/RL.

Manchester United 'end interest in Juventus forward Mario Mandzukic'

Manchester United will reportedly not pursue a deal for Juventus forward Mario Mandzukic during the January transfer window.

China Folds: Beijing Does Nothing After Trump Signs HK Bill

President calls China's bluff

‘Tenders called for installation of CCTV cameras in 745 stations’

Crime Prevention and Detection Squads set up at major stations: SCR official

UK PM promises new visa policy from Jan 2021 to block unskilled immigrants

Johnson called for people to vote for a majority Conservative Party government on December 12 to get Brexit done by the January 31, 2020 deadline

Surge of activity in Auckland investment market - Colliers

A strong surge in activity over the last two months has contributed to a record year across all four offices that make up Colliers International’s Auckland Investment Sales team.

How Atletico Madrid could line up against Barcelona

Sports Mole looks at how Atletico Madrid could line up in Sunday's La Liga clash with Barcelona.

Police and ambulance called to London Bridge over claims of shots being fired

Ambulance crews are at the scene

I’m Willing To Pay Groom Price When It’s Time To Re-marry – Tonto Dikeh

Nollywood screen diva, Tonto Dikeh is in the news again after saying she is ready to pay groom price and sponsor her wedding when she finds another man.

Beauty products - know the risks of using it | TheHealthSite.com

Beauty products - All of us use a liberal amount of beauty products. But have you ever paused to ask yourself the health ramifications of using these?

Oil to be stuck in a rut in 2020 as slowing demand fuels glut

Opec unlikely to opt for deeper output cuts.

These Gaming Monitors are Heavily Discounted for Black Friday, Starting at Just $115.99

Gaming monitors are going cheap this Black Friday 2019 with options starting from just $115.99 for a limited time and while stocks last.

Drone project aims to put floating Lagos slum on map

Lagos, Nigeria | AFP |  John Eromosele records the coordinates of a bustling canal on his smartphone from aboard a dug-out canoe navigating the floating slum of Makoko in Nigerian megacity Lagos. The waterway is “like a boulevard, there’s always traffic here,” the computer coding specialist laughed as other boats jostled for space between rows of …

Festivities come to Tiverton Hospital thanks to Christmas craft fair

The League of Friends at the Tiverton and District Hospital hosted their festive craft fair on Saturday, November 23

Ayda Field had concerns about Robbie Williams when they first met

The duo met two weeks before Robbie entered rehab.

EM stocks fall on trade deal doubts; Lira firms on central bank comments

BENGALURU (Nov 29): Emerging markets stocks fell on Friday on worries that a new US law backing Hong Kong protesters could hinder progress in resolving the Sino-US trade war, while comments from the Turkish central bank breathed new life into the lira.MSCI's stock index for emerging markets fell nearly 1%, extending losses to the second straight session after US President Donald Trump signed into law on Wednesday legislation that supported the protesters, a move that China said it would

There's a buzz about wax wrap at beekeeper's meeting

The Tiverton Beekeepers had a demonstration by Norma King on how to make Wax Wraps

National Centre for Biosensors to be set up at Alagappa University

Office of Principal Scientific Advisor to fund it

Emery axed as Arsenal boss after worst run in decades

"The search for a new head coach is underway and we will make a further announcement when that process is complete."

Swedish economy ups pace in Q3, supports Riksbank hike plans

STOCKHOLM — Sweden’s economy accelerated slightly in the third quarter from a tough start to the year, data showed on Friday, providing some support for the central bank’s plan to increase the benchmark rate at its meeting in December.

Five Common Misconceptions About the Electoral College

Defenders of the Electoral College argue that it was created to combat majority tyranny and support federalism, and that it continues to serve those purposes. This stance depends on a profound misunderstanding of the history of the institution.

Eurozone unemployment's falls to lowest rate since July 2008

LONDON (AP) - Unemployment across the 19-country eurozone has fallen to its lowest rate since July 2008 even though growth is cooling in the face of headwinds like the U.S.-China trade war and uncertainty related to Britain's departure from the European Union.

Arsenal sack Emery: A timeline of mediocrity

Unai Emery was on Friday sacked by Arsenal after 18 months in a job he looked ill-suited to for most of his tenure.

Every time Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have opened up about their relationship

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend recently celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary, but have been together for more than 13 years.

London Bridge incident: People injured and shots fired after stabbing

A major incident has been declared

Chelsea wait to discover extent of Abraham’s hip injury

Abraham sat out training at Chelsea’s Cobham base on Friday.

Boris Johnson refuses to apologise for racist 'burka' comments

As Conservatives face allegations of Islamophobia, prime minister says remark from 2018 should be read in context.

The Unusual Journey of Theodore Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin

The Maltese Cross Cabin traveled to expositions across the country before settling at Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota, making it one of the most well-traveled former homes of any U.S. president.

Plateau Guber Tussle: Appeal Court Affirms Lalong’s Election

The Court of Appeal, Jos Division on Friday affirmed the victory of Governor Simon Lalong in the Plateau State governorship election.

Teen vanishes - and may be more than 100 miles from home

Amelia Hebszynski, 16, went missing from her home in Tipton on Wednesday, November 27, and has not been in contact with her family since

Creative things to do with Thanksgiving leftovers

You may have had to unbuckle your belt and loosen up your pants after that third plate of food from Thanksgiving dinner last night. You also probably promised yourself that you would start your New Year's resolution to start dieting and get in shape early.

The ASUS C425 Chromebook is the real deal — and it's on sale for Black Friday

ASUS doesn't usually go in for Black Friday the way most computer makers do, but it still manages to have one of the best Chromebook deals we've seen this year.

TSRTC workers resume work; CM Rao to hold meet with staff on December 1

The Chief Minister will discuss threadbare all the issues related to the RTC

READERS’ LETTERS: Untrue to say Royal Navy warships will be built in an independent Scotland

Sir, – In a recent interview Nicola Sturgeon blithely stated that, in the event of Scotland becoming independent of the rest of the UK, warship building for the Royal Navy would continue to be undertaken on the Clyde and at Rosyth.

Winter rice-paper rolls with hot and sour dipping sauce recipe 

These look absolutely beautiful.

Johnson warns Trump to stay out of election ahead of president’s UK visit

Mr Trump did have some criticism for Mr Johnson’s Brexit deal, claiming it hinders trade with the US.

Sonic redesign cost less than $5 million, achieved ‘without exploitation’

Sonic redesign achieved with “no exploitation” or crunch, says animator Speaking to an Argentinian Sonic fansite (translated by Tails Channel) via Nintendo Life, the significant redesign to one of gaming’s most legendary characters was done without crunch and did not come at significant cost to studio Paramount. “We were personally told that to change Sonic’s […]

Newsweek Jumps the Gun on What Trump Was Doing For Thanksgiving — Gets Egg on Its Face

Newsweek ran a story asserting the commander-in-chief was spending the Thanksgiving holiday "tweeting, golfing and more" before it was revealed President Trump made an unannounced visit to U.S. military members in Afghanistan on Thanksgiving.

UCF sorority suspended amid hazing accusations

The University of Central Florida has suspended a sorority amid complaints that members forced others to drink and take drugs until they blacked out during hazing.

DOC scraps plan to expand Lake Ianthe campsite

The Department of Conservation has scrapped plans to expand its campsite at Lake Ianthe/Matahi, in Westland after strong objections from conservation groups and locals.

Terry Jones 'not doing terribly well' in dementia battle says Michael Palin

Terry can't speak much due to his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis.

Top U.S. retailers absorb tariff pressure ahead of holiday shopping season

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Prices for electronics sold online at top U.S. retailers were up slightly heading into the critical U.S. shopping season, but sites including Walmart Inc (WMT.N) and Amazon.com Inc (AMZN.O) have held prices steady for many other popular holiday products despite the pressure from tariffs on Chinese imports.

Mo Farah says targeting track return at Tokyo Olympics

More sports News: Mo Farah announced on Friday he was targeting a return to the track to compete in the 10,000 metres at next year's Olympic Games.

Steven Gerrard backs Alfredo Morelos to "break many more records"

Striker has taken the league by storm this season.

Pfizer, Flynn face reinstatement of £90m CMA fine

The UK’s competition regulator is pushing to reinstate a £90m fine for Pfizer and Flynn Pharma – quashed last year – over price hikes for an epilepsy drug.

Is Black Friday still a big deal?

Black Friday's star on the retail calendar has dimmed a little in recent years, but it is still very important to stores -- and shoppers.

Arsenal sack Emery: Mikel Arteta to Emirates ‘not a question for me’, says Pep Guardiola

There appears little chance of Mikel Arteta moving to Arsenal imminently as the oft-linked coach continues Manchester City preparations.

Weston-super-Mare toilets used by prostitutes and drug dealers to close

The loos will be demolished as part of a major town centre regeneration programme

Daily Mail owner to buy i newspaper and website for £50m

Mail group sees opportunities for cost synergies

FM's remarks on economy disappointing, crisis entirely home grown: Sinha

Sinha said that even now, the government is largely in denial

Unai Emery's sack: I’m not going to answer - Nuno Espirito Santo

Unai Emery's sack has brought about Nuno Espirito Santo being tipped to take over from the Spanish boss at the Emirates. But the Portuguese manager has refused to comment on speculation linking him with the job.

Jurgen Klopp promises to find solutions after Liverpool suffer ‘massive’ Fabinho blow

Fabinho is likely to be out until 2020 with an ankle injury, but Jurgen Klopp has faith in his remaining Liverpool midfielders.

Fired Zimbabwe state doctors reject offer to return to work

HARARE (Reuters) - Zimbabwe state doctors who were fired for going on strike have rejected a government offer to return to work, their union said on Friday.

Rohit Sharma, new blue-eyed boy for corporates, to earn Rs 75 crore more per year

Rohit Sharma endorses more than 20 brands at the moment. Industry insiders believe that the 32-year-old's earnings will see a quantum jump of Rs 75 crore per annum.

US Military Presence at Syria's Oil Fields Escalates Situation in Country - Russian Deputy FM

The day before, Syrian state television reported that US forces mustered dozens of military vehicles near oil fields in the Rumeilan region of Al-Hasakah province in Syria's northeast.

The Fitbit Versa Lite Hits the Lowest Ever Price for Black Friday, Now Just £90

At £150 the Fitbit Versa Lite was never particularly expensive, certainly not compared to some of the other watches in the Fitbit portfolio, but when the discounts come about we're not going to turn them away for no good reason. So if you fancied yourself a Fitbit watch but didn't want to spend a lot, this is the perfect time to do it.

Prosecuting Sowore will strengthen Nigeria's democracy - Nigerian professionals

The Association of Nigerian Professionals in Europe (ANPE) on Thursday, November 28, said that the prosecution of the publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, will strengthen Nigeria's democracy.

Will Smith encounters turkey on the road on Thanksgiving: 'He must've escaped'

Why did the turkey cross the road? Will Smith needs answers.

Trtl is having a great Cyber Monday sale — its wildly popular travel pillows are under $20 today only

On Cyber Monday only, travel-pillow startup Trtl is offering 30% off sitewide; all you need to do is use the code “CYBER30” at checkout. This sale runs through midnight PT. The company is also offering up to 40% off on Amazon on December 2 from 10 am PT to 10 pm PT; there’s no coupon needed.

The extension fiasco: Who won, who lost?

Once this issue hits the parliament floor it could reveal the true colours of the opposition parties

Supreme Court sacks Eleruwa of Eruwa, says appeal lacks merit

The Supreme Court, on Friday, sacked the Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Samuel Adegbola and six others, dismissing an appeal they lodged before it...

The First Suikoden is an Underrated Gem for the PS1

If there’s one series I wish more gamers knew about, it’s Suikoden.

QL Resources 2Q net profit up 15%

KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Poultry farmer QL Resources Bhd saw its net profit rise 15.1% to RM69.68 million in its second financial quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (2QFY20) from RM60.52 million a year ago, mainly due to higher sales from its marine product manufacturing (MPM) segment.This resulted in a higher earnings per share of 4.29 sen for 2QFY20 compared with 3.73 sen for 2QFY19.Revenue for the quarter rose 16.6% to RM1.07 billion from RM920.26 million a year ago.In a

Will Barcelona star end up staying at the Camp Nou beyond January?

Barcelona manager brought Ivan Rakitić back into the fold against Dortmund Ivan Rakitić is one of the best midfielders in the world. But unfortunately f...

Supreme Fukuoka New Location Announced

Remaining in the trendy Daimyo shopping area.

4.5 % GDP growth rate unacceptable, worrisome: Manmohan Singh

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on Friday the GDP growth rate of 4.5 per cent was unacceptable and worrisome, and urged his successor Prime Minister Narendra Modi to set aside 'deep-rooted suspicion' of society and nurse India back to harmonious, mutually trustworthy society that can help the economy soar.

Don't miss out on this amazing deal on a Secretlab TITAN gaming chair

These amazing gaming chairs from Secretlab have A-grade leather, tons of adjustability, and sturdy, durable frames. Because of that, they're the best gaming chairs that you can get this Black Friday — and for a great price. Check out these deals!

How to use and manage Sign in with Apple

For an easier way to create accounts and sign in, on both apps and websites, here’s how to use Sign in with Apple and manage your account.

OnePlus Gallery 3.7.19 now lets you sort photos by when they were added

The OnePlus Gallery app has a lot to offer, now it will include yet another new feature: sorting photos by added/import date.

NZ Bus advised of industrial action by FIRST Union and Tramways Union

NZ Bus has been advised by FIRST Union and the Tramways Union that drivers will be taking strike action from next week that will affect a number of routes.

Nike Celebrates the 2020 NBA Paris Game With Special Capsule

The event kicks off on January 24.

Drivers facing nine-mile diversion for days due to road closure

Delays on the way for users of this route

Liverpool midfielder Fabinho out until January with injury

Liverpool says defensive midfielder Fabinho will be out until January with a knee injury, putting more strain on the Premier League leaders with a packed schedule coming up.

Ancient Armenian Female Warrior Suffered Hatchet Wounds And Arrow Blow Before Death

More than 2,000 years ago, a young Armenian woman found herself at the forefront of a battle. Now, her newly unearthed remains are allowing archaeologists

Mzansi Magosha’s offer Black Friday discounts

Mzansi Magosha's offer Black Friday discounts in a bid to lure customers charging as little as ZAR50 per session and men are happy

Rupee slips 11 paise to 71.73 against USD ahead of GDP

India's economy grew at 5 per cent in the first quarter of 2019-20 -- the slowest pace in over six years.

ACB Stock Price: Aurora Cannabis Inc. sets higher lows, shrugging off financial fears

Aurora Cannabis Incorporated, which is headquartered in Edmonton and trades at the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) has risen on Thursday at and closed at

Caitlyn Jenner says she hasn't spoken to Khloe Kardashian in 'five or six years'

Caitlyn Jenner revealed that she hasn't spoken to step-daughter Khloe Kardashian in the five years since she transitioned as she opened up on tonight's "I'm A Celeb."

Month of rail strikes starts on Monday and will disrupt Christmas trains

Dispute is over guards on South Western Railway trains

CM to meet workers from all depots tomorrow

Each depot to send five workers including two women

Man wins appeal over lack of detail in mortgage debt demand

A man has won a Supreme Court appeal which centred on a claim he was entitled to more detail about how a €221,000 mortgage debt was calculated before a bank obtained judgment for the money against him.

Mum creates a magical hideaway for her daughter in the dead space in her loft

The cosiest thing we ever seen.

'Hiccup-free' Complexifier begins climb up the class ladder

Horse Racing news: 'Hiccup-free' Complexifier begins climb up the class ladder.

Daimler to cut thousands more jobs in bid to reduce costs

Car manufacturer struggling with cost of electic vehicles

Tories slammed by free market groups over state aid pledges

Business and free market groups slammed pledges today by Boris Johnson to expand state aid for businesses if the Conservative [...]

India: Economy grew 4.5% in Q2 vs. 4.7% expected

The data published by the Ministry of Statistics on Friday revealed that the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in India expanded by 4.5% following the %5 g

Ferrari boss Binotto: Hamilton being available in 2021 ‘makes us happy’

Six-time world champion is out of contract at the end of next season.

Harvard, Maryland meet in Kissimmee

Maryland (6-0) vs. Harvard (5-2)

AmBank Group to disburse up to RM6b of loans in 2H 2020

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — AMMB Holdings Bhd (AmBank Group) targets to disburse up to RM6 billion in loans in the second half of its financial year ending March 31, 2020 (H2 2020), driven by the current positive sentiment in the industry’s loan growth segment. Chief executive officer Datuk Sulaiman...

Wagners secures contract for Adani’s Carmichael mine

Wagners has secured a contract from Adani Mining to deliver a quarry operations package for the Carmichael project in the Galilee Basin.

Canberra region tourism winners revealed

Outgoing Australian War Memorial director Brendan Nelson has been recognised for his individual contribution

UK's Corbyn says his thoughts are with those at London Bridge

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said his thoughts were with those caught up in the “shocking” incident at London Bridge on Friday, and thanked the emergency services for their response.

Colombia protest leaders push Duque on dialogue

Protest leaders in Colombia on Thursday urged President Ivan Duque to include them in negotiations aimed at ending demonstrations that have rocked his right-wing government.

Loan fraud case: two former bank officials, seven borrowers jailed

Convicted duped the bank to the tune of ₹43.21 lakh: CBI

Frequently Asked Questions: Euro 2020 finals draw

The lowdown on how the process for next summer's tournament will work.

Rishi Kapoor's Advice For Budding Actors: Focus On Acting Like Ranbir, Vicky & Not On Building Body

From a child actor to one of the sought-after actors in 80s and early 90s, Rishi Kapoor has many successful films in his career. In fact, the veteran star has managed to stay relevant with time and he believes that its because he build his mind as an actor and not the body.

Black Friday Deals: Dell XPS 15, Surface Laptop 3, Lenovo ThinkPad, and more

Check out the best Black Friday deals on Windows laptops from HP, Dell, Microsoft, and Lenovo. This includes Dell's popular XPS 15, Lenovo's gaming laptop and ThinkPad, budget laptops from HP, & more.

Police detain 42 people around Feyenoord-Rangers match

The police arrested or detained a total of 42 people around the football match between Rotterdam's Feyenoord the Glasgow Rangers on Thursday. In addition to the fans who went to watch the match in De

India quarterly growth falls to worst level in six years

MUMBAI, Nov 29 — India’s economy grew at its slowest pace in more than six years in the July-September period, down to 4.5 per cent from 7.0 per cent a year ago, according to government figures released today that piled more pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The expansion in Asia’s...

PICS:Black Friday Settings in Zim…..Customers flood Edgars since 3am

Black Friday Settings in Zim.....Customers flood Edgars since 3am

Hong Kong police withdraw from wrecked campus, activists call for more rallies

HONG KONG, Nov 29 — Hong Kong police today withdrew from the wreckage of a university campus damaged in weeks of clashes, as pro-democracy activists canvassed social media for support for more rallies at the weekend. Senior faculty members of Hong Kong Polytechnic University toured the campus...

17 Completely Nonsense Yet Real Packaging Examples

We all make mistakes and so do manufacturers. Here are 13 packaging ideas that make no sense!

This treat-tossing camera is the perfect Black Friday gift for your doggo

Don't forget to pick up some tech for Fido this Black Friday!

Inside the cheapest house for sale on Rightmove in Derby right now

It's on the market for less that half the average price of a terrace house in the area

Judge Approves Demolition of Home Where 5-Year-Old AJ Freund Was Allegedly Murdered

A judge has approved the demolition of the home where 5-year-old Illinois boy Andrew “AJ” Freund Jr. was allegedly murdered. This comes after a man obtained the residence at an auction, and through his attorney, announced initial plans to renovate the house, according to The Chicago Tribune.

Man pleads guilty to fentanyl trafficking charge

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) - A Massachusetts man has pleaded guilty in federal court in New Hampshire to a fentanyl trafficking charge.

Here Is What It Would Take To Steal Elon Musk's Space Car

Whether you’re an evil international billionaire supervillain, seeking a new plot for your next Fast And Furious In Space script, or investigating a murder that has you wondering who exactly is in that “Starman” suit, you’ve likely thought about orchestrating an interstellar automobile heist to get your hands...

Costco extends its Thanksgiving day promotions after its website crashes for several hours, preventing furious customers from shopping the deals

Costco is extending its Thanksgiving day online promotions to customers in the US after its website crashed for several hours and shoppers were unable to shop the sales.

CBOT Trends - Corn, wheat seen steady to higher; soybeans mixed

CHICAGO, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Following are U.S. trade expectations for the opening of grain and soy complex trading at the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) at 8:30 a.m. CST (1430 GMT) on Friday.The markets were closed on Thursday for the Thanksgiving holiday.WHEAT - Steady to up 2 cents per bushel* There were no deliveries against the CBOT's December wheat contract on first notice day on Friday. Traders expected deliveries of zero to 400 contracts, with most anticipating none.

Scarlett Johansson Says She 'Mishandled' Transgender Role Reactions

Scarlett Johansson has admitted she 'mishandled' her reaction to the online backlash revolving around her being cast as a transgender in Rub and Tug.

The Rams have major salary-cap issues. Is their title window already closing?

Los Angeles projects to have more than $100 million in cap charges allocated to five players, and the team has little flexibility.

Batman Swapped With Catwoman in Arkham Knight Is Pure Nightmare Fuel

The Internet continues to impress, this time with a new Arkham Knight mod that depicts sexy Batman and stoic Catwoman.

Publisher says he’s hearing interest in non-profit turn

NEW YORK — The publisher of the nation’s first daily newspaper to be granted non-profit status says he’s since heard from a “few dozen” lawyers and news executives curious about whether the Salt Lake Tribune’s approach could work elsewhere. Tribune publisher Paul Huntsman learned earlier this month that the Internal Revenue Service had approved the …

Disney Plus: Everything you need to know about Disney's new ad-free streaming service, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Disney Plus, the on-demand, ad-free streaming service for Disney fans, is live. Here's everything you need to know.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Conference on Digital Humanities

Issues, challenges and opportunities discussed

Pursuing their dreams in digital arts

He came to Singapore in 2013 to pursue his education and career in the culinary industry. Little did he know, he would end up in digital arts instead. Now a creative designer at ATOM Marketing Consultancy, Mr Clement Chee, 25, said: “Ironically, it was my kitchen staff at...

Mamangam Special Promo: Achuthan Set To Stun Everyone As Chandroth Chanthunni!

Mamangams special promo has come out in online circuits and it features a series of practice sessions of Achuthan, who plays the character named Chanthunni in the film

Motor1.com's Best Spy Shots Of The Week

Every week, Motor1.com takes a look at the best spy shots from the automotive world, from SUVs to sedans, hatchbacks, trucks, and supercars.

Official First Look at the Tear-Away Nike SB Air Jordan 1 Low QS "Desert Ore/Royal Blue"

The canvas upper reveals layers of "UNC Blue" and more underneath.

Guardiola inducted into LMA Hall of Fame

Pep Guardiola has been inducted into the League Managers Association Hall of Fame.The Manchester City boss was recognised at an

Boris Johnson's father says UK public 'couldn't spell Pinocchio'

Stanley Johnson also says it is ‘absurd’ that BBC can refer on air to tweet calling PM a liar

Why Sharing Your Disney+ or Netflix Password Is a Bad Idea

It can be tempting to share your various service logins with a pal, especially because they ain’t getting any cheaper. But you might think twice before handing those Netflix or Disney+ credentials over to a friend—particularly if your password and account protection protocols are lax.

Slow Q2 GDP growth: Weak credit, manufacturing need fixing, say experts

The rate of economic expansion was the lowest in more than six years; it slipped from 5 per cent in Q1 this year and 7.1 per cent in Q2 of FY19

Block Friday: French activists try to disrupt discount shopping day

PARIS, Nov 29 — Activists staged protests against online retailer Amazon around France today and tried to blockade a shopping mall in Paris, denouncing as rampant consumerism the US Black Friday shopping frenzy that has spread to European shores. French companies have embraced the discount...

NHS Tayside starts review of at-risk GP surgeries

Follows abrupt closure of Bridge of Earn practice

Our Legacy Launches Sustainable WORK SHOP Scheme Online

Shop the limited-edition upcycled pieces while stocks last.

Black Friday: more than 50% off dog crates and pet carriers today only

Get your pet the travel and play accessories it deserves and save pounds in the process

BPCL Privatisation: DIPAM Appoints Deloitte As Adviser For Strategic Sale Of India’s Second Largest Oil Refiner

Some global petrochemical giants, including Saudi Aramco have expressed interest in the assets of BPCL

This is the Black Friday UK deal for Surface audio fans

Microsoft accomplished a substantial amount with the Surface Headphones, trading blows with high-end headphones from Sony and Bose, designed to go alongside Surface hardware.

Wool, mohair trade rules: Why Lesotho parliament witnessed bloody clash

The MPs had expressly demanded him to appear to give clarity on wool and mohair regulations that had seen farmers protest over the local broker appointed by government for their wool and mohair.

What Japan's next stimulus package should aim for

The government's challenge will be to put together a spending package that shores up consumer spending and increases the economy's growth potential.

Meet three female philosophers you have probably never heard of in the field of big consciousness

We have to ask ourselves why the philosophical ideas of Mary Calkins, May Sinclair, and Hilda Oakeley have been largely forgotten.

US-Taliban Talks Are Back On

Trump makes announcement during Afghanistan visit

Ireland Fast Bowler Tim Murtagh Announces International Retirement

Ireland pacer Tim Murtagh has called time on his international career though he'll continue playing county cricket for Middlesex till 2021.

Superb Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 now under £100 for Cyber Monday

We loved the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 when we tested them at £120, and they're an absolute steal now at under £100 for Cyber Monday.

Vanguard International Dividend Appreciation ETF: Exposure To High-Quality Foreign Stocks

VIGI screens for non-U.S. stocks with at least a seven-year consecutive history of increasing the dividend amount.Fund has outperformed some other widely traded foreign stock ETFs in recent years.VIGI

CrowdOwnership: LandWey launches online investment platform for real estate co-ownership

In a bid to create a profitable, vibrant and viable entry into real estate investment by pooling intending real estate investors together to collectively...

Pakistani Minister Supports Revocation of Ban on Students’ Union Amid Countrywide Protests

New Delhi (Sputnik): Students and members of civil society in 40 cities across Pakistan are taking part in a Students Solidarity March on Friday demanding the revocation of a 35-year-old ban on students’ unions. Students are fighting to reclaim their right to practice diplomacy, debate, politics, and leadership.

Massive preparations for MH17 trial revealed; Hearings spread over 25 weeks

The court case examining criminal responsibility in the crash of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 will begin on March 9 at the heavily secured court complex at Schiphol airport. The case, officially

Teen celebrating the end of school plunges to death from high-rise hotel

Charlie Scott, 18, from Australia, died after falling from the Hilton Hotel in Surfers Paradise on Queensland's Gold Coast while celebrating his school graduation with friends

Man travels down the Thames with his dog to collect presents for homeless

They've had a great response from the public so far.

Justin Bour signs with Hanshin of Japan (report)

Justin Bour is taking his powerful bat to Japan. The lefty slugger has reached an agreement with the Hanshin Tigers of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball league, Tigers GM Osamu Tanimoto told the Japan Times on Thursday. The Angels signed the 31-year-old Bour to a one-year, $2.5 million contract for the

NATO seeks to head off budget row saying spending is rising

BRUSSELS (AP) - NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Friday that European allies and Canada are spending even more than previously thought on defense, just days before U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to demand once more that other leaders boost their military budgets.

Business Cycle Data And Investor Sentiment Supportive Of Higher Equity Prices

One factor impacting investor sentiment at the moment may be the fact the equity market has generated strong returns to date in 2019.With the strong equity market returns in 2019, investors seem to be

Clemson eyes second straight perfect season, College Football Playoff

Nov. 29 (UPI) -- The Clemson Tigers football team can complete its second consecutive undefeated regular season with a win against South Carolina Saturday in Columbia, S.C.

Malaysia beats Thailand in video streaming experience, says Opensignal report

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — Opensignal has just posted its latest “State of Mobile Video Experience” report and it appears that telcos in Malaysia have shown some improvement when it comes to the mobile video experience. The overall mobile video experience score for Malaysia has increased from...

An Artist Has Designed Baby Jabba And He’s A Lot Creepier Than Yoda

After Baby Yoda took the internet by storm, one artist has taken things a step further and designed a creepy Baby Jabba the Hutt.

Charles Leclerc says he and Sebastian Vettel share responsibility for Brazil crash

Following the two Ferraris of Charles Leclerc and Sebastian Vettel crashing into one another at the Brazilian Grand Prix a couple of weeks ago, the former has admitted both drivers share responsibility for the collision.

NFL playoff clinching scenarios for 49ers, Saints, Patriots in Week 13

Three teams can clinch NFL playoff spots this week. Here are the scenarios for San Francisco, New Orleans and New England.

Binotto refuses to comment on Leclerc-Vettel discussions

The hot topic during the first few days in Abu Dhabi has been the conversations had at Ferrari following the crash at Interlagos that ended Sebastian Vettel and Charles Leclerc's race. However, Mattia Binotto has insisted what was said will be kept behind closed doors.

Video: How the BMW Intelligent Emergency Call system works

The BMW Intelligent Emergency Call system has been implemented on BMWs over the last 10 years on various versions. See a demo of the system

GDP at 4.5%: 'Worrying,' says Manmohan Singh; 'fundamentals strong,' counters govt

India Business News: India's GDP growth hit an over six-year low of 4.5 per cent in July-September 2019, triggering a war of words between the government and the oppositio

Newlywed Toronto couple among seven people killed in Kingston plane crash

A newlywed Toronto couple are among the seven people who were killed when a small plane crashed in Kingston earlier this week.

Indonesia win historic first Gold Medal of SEA Games 2019, ending Singapore’s 52 year run

The 2019 SEA Games are already underway, despite the opening ceremony scheduled for November 30. Several of the ‘team’ sports and qualifiers are currently taking place, with the medal events left for later dates. However, Indonesia has been able to bag a medal nonetheless, becoming the first to do so in this edition of the games. 

UK PM Johnson says Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a majority...

10 of the best hotels for a budget-friendly stay in Seville, from Moorish mansions to boutique boltholes

An insider's guide to the best cheap hotels in Seville, including the top affordable places to stay for comfortable rooms, great breakfasts and location.

Johnny Ward: Gordon Elliott remains one of Irish racing's most glaring enigmas

‘He is the messer at the bar who wants the night to continue, yet there is no chance whatsoever of him being late for work at the morning.’

Break Into a New Industry With These 10 Courses On Black Friday Sale

Continuing education is essential if you want to get ahead in virtually any industry, which is why we’ve rounded up some of the best online training bundles around, each of which is available for an additional 60% off when you enter the coupon code BFSAVE60 at checkout.

Baby Yoda amigurimi, a crocheted cutie by Allison Hoffman

Artist Allison Hoffman, aka Crafty is Cool, is an absolute master of pop culture amigurimi (“a portmanteau of the Japanese words ami, meaning ‘crocheted or knitted,’ and nuigurumi…

Turkish, Qatari financial authorities sign deal to expand economic, financial ties

The Presidential Finance Office and the Qatar Financial Center signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to expand cooperation during President Recep...

Khloe Kardashian Stuns In New Good American Bodysuit — Kris Jenner Calls Her A Goddess

Khloe Kardashian modeled a new Good American bodysuit and the Internet is going crazy over how gorgeous the Kardashian sister looks. Even Khloe's own

Dean Smith signs new four-year deal at Aston Villa

Boss Dean Smith has signed a new four-year contract at Villa.

China’s true economic growth could be half of what everyone thinks

China’s GDP data release always generates great market excitement despite rarely straying more than 25 basis points below or above the government target. This stability has led a number of analysts to propose their own measures, typically based on a variety of Chinese proxy data but, in the end, not that different from the official numbers. In this article I argue that, based on the performance of countries comparable to China, the latter’s GDP growth could be as low as half the official number and that markets are likely overestimating China’s importance for the global economy. That being said, China has one of the highest levels of corporate debt in the world and slower growth implies greater risks of financial instability.

Boet Fighter klaps its way to mobile – on iOS right now, Android next week

While I didn’t really like the execution so much, I really loved the idea behind the locally developed homage to old-school beat em ups, Boet Fighter. It’s funny, sometimes poignant and, to my surp…

Hong Kong set for fresh weekend protests as police end university siege

But the calm spell looks set to end as public anger grows once more over the lack of response to the election results by Beijing and Hong Kong's leaders.

Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Politics

Scott Morrison: “Cunning. A little Machiavellian. And not to be underestimated." Plus: Jacqui Lambie and Philip Lowe.

Pirates Coach Talks Lorch And Discipline

Orlando Pirates coach Rulani Mokwena has urged football fans to not forget that Thembinkosi Lorch is still the reigning Footballer of the Year.

I'm not going to say how many children I have: UK PM Johnson

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday he would not say how many children he had, saying that he would not “put them on the pitch” ahead of the Dec. 12 election.

Report: Senior Arsenal figures wanted Jose Mourinho to replace Unai Emery

Senior figures at Arsenal apparently wanted Jose Mourinho to replace Unai Emery before he took the Tottenham Hotspur job. Sky Sports News have been informed by sources that Gunners chiefs were contemplating wielding the axe on the Spaniard, and considered replacing him with the Special One ‘a couple of weeks ago’. Arsenal seemingly persisted in […]Senior figures at Arsenal had reportedly wanted to replace Unai Emery with Jose Mourinho before he agreed to take over at Totttenham Hotspur.

I’m Willing To Pay Groom Price When It’s Time To Marry- Tonto Dikeh

Nollywood screen diva, Tonto Dikeh is in the news again after saying she is ready to pay groom price and sponsor her wedding when she finds another man.

Time for Labour to get its house in order

The Labour Party has an opportunity to get its house in order and look forward to the election after a dismal couple of years. Laura Walters writes that might be a job best suited to a woman. The Labour Party will want to use the election of its new president to get its house in order and move on from almost two years of mismanaged sexual assault controversies. This weekend, the Labour Party will converge on Whanganui for its annual conference. The AGM will have all the usual components, including campaign workshops, a guest speaker, socialising opportunities, and speeches from top dogs Grant Robertson, Kelvin Davis and Jacinda Ardern. But Ardern’s brief opening address on the Friday evening is expected to include more than self-congratulations and an optimistic throw forward to next year’s election.

Pakistan to Debut Chinese Yuan-Denominated Panda Bonds Worth $1 Billion

New Delhi (Sputnik): China’s Panda Bonds are onshore products that help international borrowers to explore domestic yuan investors. These yuan-dominated notes are sold by non-Chinese issuers.

Herbs and hotels: The small businesses helping revive rural Portugal

PORTO, Nov 29 — After Bruno Vargas and his wife had their first baby, they wanted a quieter life. So, they left their home in Angola and returned to his native region in Portugal’s rural interior to set up an organic herbs company. The remote Santarem district of central Portugal is known for...

Young age no barrier for heart disease

A heart attack can occur at any age, even among seemingly young and healthy adults, writes Meera Murugesan.

Massimiliano Allegri wants to replace Unai Emery as Arsenal make contact

Should the Gunners make their move?

Roscommon respite centre to close despite campaign

The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) is shutting the Cuisle centre in Donamon in Co Roscommon because of funding issues.

Shopee's Desaauto@KPLB to sell automotive products, aid rural economic growth

KUALA LUMPUR: Following the success of Desamall@KPLB, Shopee, in collaboration with the Rural Development Ministry and ELokal, launches Desaauto@KPLB, an automotive e-store.

Farah back on track for 10,000m target at Tokyo Games

LONDON, Nov 29 — Olympic champion Mo Farah is getting back on track to chase more gold in the 10,000m at next year’s Tokyo Games, the Briton announced on his YouTube channel today. The 36-year-old, a four-times Olympic champion and six times world champion over 5,000 metres and 10,000 metres,...

Hong Kong customs seizes $50 mln smuggled frozen meat to mainland China

BEIJING/HONG KONG, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Hong Kong customs seized about 540 tonnes of suspected smuggled frozen meat with an estimated market value of about $50 million, the authority said in a statement on Friday, case of its kind in the past decade. The meat was found aboard four suspicious fishing vessels

Cotton - The Fluffy Fiber Continues To Work Its Way Higher

A recovery to 96.50 cents ran out of steam in June 2018.Cotton falls to just over the 2016 bottom.A bullish pattern since late August.Levels to watch in the cotton market.BAL is the cotton ETN product

TTD to utilise services of retired employees for welfare of pilgrims

No emoluments will be paid to them, says Additional EO

Australian students kick off global climate change protests

SYDNEY - Thousands of Australian students walked out of class on Friday to join rallies demanding stronger action to rein in climate change, which they said is contributing to the country’s bushfire crisis.

NYPD monitoring information on stabbing near London Bridge

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Police Department says it’s keeping a sharp eye on the still-developing information about a stabbing of multiple people in

AHEAD MEA winners create "specific experience without feeling like an amusement park"

The best new hotels in the Middle East and Africa take ownership of their unique contexts, say the judges, in this video produced by Dezeen.

Want to take Sri Lanka-India relationship to higher level: President Rajapaksa

The newly elected president said that Colombo and New Delhi need to 'work together' for economic development and security of their people.

Iraq’s PM announces he’ll resign amid worsening crisis

It wasn’t immediately clear whether Abdul-Mahdi’s resignation would placate protesters, who are now calling for the removal of the entire political class that has ruled Iraq since the 2003 downfall of Saddam Hussein.

The best iPads you can buy, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Apple makes the best tablets around, but it offers lots of iPads — How do you know which one to buy? We've picked the best Apple iPads in 2019.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Enugu state teachers seek 65 years retirement age

The Association of Primary School Head Teachers of Nigeria , Enugu state Wing, has called for the extension of retirement age in the state.

Pick up a PlayStation Dualshock 4 controller for £30

Or if you prefer, you can grab an Xbox controller for £35.

UK PM calls in referendum team for Brexit election pitch

Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a pitch to Brexit-backing opposition voters Friday alongside a former Labour member of his 2016 referendum team, insisting only a vote for him in next month's election would get Britain out of the EU.

Indian Army Job 2019 For Soldier Posts

Indian Army Job 2019 For Soldier PostsArmy Recruitment Rally will be held for eligible candidates of 10 x districts of Upper Assam (Jorhat, Majuli,

Ljunberg speaks after being named Arsenal interim coach

Arsenal Football Club interim coach Freddie Ljungberg on Friday promised to give everything to put smiles on faces of the fans after a disappointing season so far.

Single dad 'overcome with joy' after holding adopted daughter with Down syndrome for the first time

Alba was given up for adoption by her mother because she has Down syndrome

Proposed EU-wide 'climate law' would set net-zero carbon target by 2050

Plan is part of ‘green new deal’ but campaigners say it is not enough to tackle climate crisis

Telkom Says Cell C Has Rejected Takeover Offer

JOHANNESBURG – Telkom SA said on Friday the board of its larger but troubled rival Cell C had rejected its takeover bid. “The Telkom Board continues to believe the offer is a compelling proposition that would have created significant value for all stakeholders including Telkom’s shareholders,” the statement said. Cell C is majority-owned by Blue […]

Save up to £5,000 on Cartier and Audemars Piguet watches in the Goldsmiths Black Friday sale

These pre-owned luxury watches are heavily discounted and come with a two-year warranty

Arsenal sack Emery: The worst run since 1992 and other Opta facts on Unai's exit

We use Opta data to highlight a number of damning statistics summing up Unai Emery's time in charge of Arsenal, which ended on Friday.

John Barnes: 'Brendan Rodgers would have succeeded at Liverpool if given time'

Rodgers was sacked by Liverpool in October 2015.

Bolivia's interim govt redraws foreign policy after Morales

Bolivia's interim government on Thursday announced that it would renew diplomatic relations with Israel after they were cut off around ten years ago, as...

1Password is offering an exclusive 50 percent off deal for readers of The Verge

You can get a year of 1Password for $1.50 a month.

Barber shop owner fined over £1,000 for dumping business waste in bin

He had failed to listen to council inspectors

Children of divorce are sticking at marriage, as ONS reveals divorce rate fallen to lowest for almost 50 years

Children of divorce are sticking at marriage, experts say, as official figures reveal that the divorce rate has fallen to the lowest for almost 50 years.

Abhimanyu Mithun Claims Five Wickets in One Over Including a Double Hat-Trick in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Mithun became the only cricketer to claim hat-tricks in Ranji Trophy,Vijay Hazare Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

GAM’s head of investments to quit Swiss asset manager

Matthew Beesley was once regarded as contender for top job

BJP MP seeks inclusion of Gorkhas left out of NRC

Raising the issue during Zero Hour, Raju Bista (BJP) said that the exclusion of names of many Gorkhasy from the NRC is a question mark on the sacrifices made by those freedom fighters who were from this community.

Experts seek clarity on data protection bill amid WhatsApp spyware row

The PDP bill creates a need for the data fiduciary to repeatedly obtain consent from the data principal for every step of the processing activity.

Karan Johar Gives Away Shuddhi Title To Sohail Khan; Will It Feature Salman Khan?

Sohail Khan registers the title Shuddhi, previously being reported as Karan Johar’s dream project starring Salman Khan. Though Shuddhi never happened and got shelved due to indefinite delay, with Sohail registering the title, the possibility of Salman starring in it can’t be avoided

‘If she’d called 100 instead of sister, could’ve been saved’: Telangana minister on Hyderabad Vet’s murder

The state Home Minister lauding the efficiency of Telangana police claimed it works diligently to ensure a "drastic reduction in the number of crimes" reported in the state.

Scheer heads to Conservative heartland after a bruising week of challenges

OTTAWA — Andrew Scheer heads into the Conservative heartland of Alberta today where he'll make a pitch to some of the party's most fervent supporters about why he ought to keep his job as federal leader and how he intends to do it.

Bengaluru police bust international drug racket, seize contraband worth over Rs 1 crore

A total of 2. 665 kg of drugs, 14 packets of Marijuana hidden in milk powder boxes, weed-flavoured cigarettes, and 12 chocolate packets were also recovered during the raid apart from Rs 1 lakh in cash, the police added.

These Are the Best Camera Phones of 2019, According to DxOMark - Gizchina.com

These Are the Best Camera Phones of 2019, according to DxOMark. The camera-focused website did indeed release the list of what they believe are the best..

Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Science

Akshay Venkatesh: this Perth-raised mathematician and Stanford professor is "one of Australia’s greatest minds". Plus: Lisa Harvey-Smith and Jacques Miller.

One of the best wireless gaming headsets is on sale for Black Friday

The Astro A50 wireless headset is on sale and you shouldn't miss out on this deal.

Mining industry is the bulwark of Ghana's development - Koney

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Central African Republic seeks a salve for the scars of war

Conflict-ravaged country hopes trials at new court in Bangui will at last punish those responsible for massacres and rape

The Liveris Formula: Dow’s Inclusive Capitalism

Parasites have a certain weight in history. Donors to a system, a state, a company, always claim to be giving back what they advertise as their hard earned cash. Andrew N. Liveris is one such character. Former CEO of the Dow Chemical corporation, he is a face associated with a company that was responsible for manufacturing the defoliating Agent Orange and napalm.

Emery axed as Arsenal boss after worst run in decades

LONDON, Nov 29 — Unai Emery was sacked as Arsenal manager today after less than two years in charge and with the club without a win in seven games, their worst run since 1992. The 48-year-old Spaniard was fired following the 2-1 home defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt in yesterday’s Europa League...

Vodafone's Black Friday Deals Include Free Airpods & PAYG Phones for 1p

If you've had your eye on a new phone or a pair of Apple Airpods, you might want to check out Vodafone's deals for Black Friday.

Christmas is on the way at Thurles library

It’s beginning to feel alot like Christmas in Thurles library as the events newsletter has just been printed! See our listing and information on bookings below! Saturday December 7 Christmas sto...

Xiaomi launches a 10000mAh Powerbank with a Retro-styled FM radio - Gizmochina

Xiaomi has launched a new mobile power bank with a “retro radio” design under the Youpin platform. The power bak also doubles as an FM radio and has a 10,000mAh battery capacity. The gadget comes with an affordable 138 yuan ($19) price tag. This is similar in design to the power bank/handwarmer which was launched …

Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Sport

Ash Barty: the world No. 1 "outthinking her opponents instead of relying on power". Plus: Steve Smith and Craig Foster.

The best Instax camera has just dropped to its lowest-ever price for Black Friday

Our favorite Fujifilm Instax camera is now available for an all-time-low price – it's time to snap up the Instax Mini 9.

Concerns that thousands spent on Jobseekers forced to do JobPath programme for a fourth time

The two private companies operating JobPath have been paid €207m.

Bollywood's Ashutosh Gowariker Reveals Why He Directed a Film on Third Battle of Panipat

New Delhi (Sputnik): Bollywood actors Arjun Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt-star in “Panipat” which showcases a battle that took place between the Marathas and the then-Kinf of Afghanistan Ahmad Shah Abdali in 1761. The movie’s director says working on it was a huge cinematic challenge especially the battle scene sequence.

6 signs you probably need a financial adviser, even if you think you don't

If you don't have someone managing your money and you don't know how to do it yourself, it's harder to reach long-term goals like retirement.

Vancouver teen climate group protests Black Friday shopping

Metro Vancouver teens skipped school to hit the mall this Black Friday but they weren't bargain hunting.

The Hidden Trucking Industry Subsidy

This US based article shows we ‘public’ give an exorbitant unfair amount of subsidy to the trucking industry.

Jesse Lingard speaks on first goal of the season

The 27-year-old gave a pretty decent performance yesterday

Health crisis moves from tragedy to farce

GOVERNMENT has failed to solve its impasse with medical doctors, who have withdrawn services from the country's major hospitals for 89 days today. While the cou...

Hue don't want to miss this lit Black Friday deal

Tech folks love smart bulbs. We don't love our non-tech family and friends turning them off at the switch. But with the Hue Smart Dimmer Kit you can switch the switch and never have to flip anything back on — like an animal — again.

Arsenal sack Emery: Ljungberg wants ‘smiles on faces again’

Arsenal interim head coach Freddie Ljungberg has pledged to give everything to the club he starred for as a player.

Farmers’ grievance meet turns stormy

Stir against ‘denial’ of Vaigai water for irrigation

Suhana is too talented, hope Aryan becomes an actor too: Ananya Panday

Pati Patni Aur Woh star Ananya Panday has grown up with Shah Rukh Khan's kids Suhana and Aryan Khan and is the first one among them to have made her screen debut.

Preston weekend weather forecast: This is when temperatures will plummet

The weather in Preston this weekend is set to be bright but cold.

World shares mostly slide in ‘Black Friday' retreat

BEIJING (AP) - Stock markets mostly fell Friday as investors gauged whether renewed China-U.S. tensions might lead to a "Black Friday" sell-off, and with U.S. traders largely out for a long weekend.

Crew of barge rescued 2 days after drifting off Siaton Point in Negros Oriental

Four crew members of a barge that was swept away by strong current of water while anchored in Sibulan, Negros Oriental were rescued Thursday after two days of drifting in the ocean, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said in a belated report.

MP CM Kamal Nath attacks BJP, Pragya Thakur over remarks on Godse

Amid opposition ruckus, Thakur on Friday made a fresh statement in Lok Sabha, apologising for her remarks on Godse. 'I want to say only what I do for the country. On November 27, during discussion on SPG (Amendment) Bill, I did not call Nathuram Godse a patriot (desh bhakt), I did not even take his name. Still if some

Enter an illuminated wonderland with over a million twinkling lights at VanDusen Garden

Step into a dazzling winter wonderland this holiday season at VanDusen Garden's annual Festival of Lights with over a million twinkling lights. 

Unai Emery axed as Arsenal boss after worst run in decades

Football News: Arsenal have sacked manager Unai Emery following a run of seven games without a victory and Freddie Ljungberg will take over as interim coach, the Pre

Christian Pulisic inching closer to making American history

At just 21, Christian Pulisic is quickly moving up the record books. Playing for Chelsea on Wednesday, the American scored his third career goal in the UEFA Champions League. That already makes him

Duterte seeks probe, clears Cayetano

PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte believes his former election running mate, Speaker Alan Cayetano, is innocent of corruption in the hosting of the 2019 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games.

EXCLUSIVE! Rashmika Mandanna On Fighting Trolls: We Have Found Our Voice

Rashmika Mandanna attended the recently-held 50th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI 2019) in Goa and added a new dimension to her career. In an EXCLUSIVE interview with FilmiBeat, she spoke about dealing with trolls and said that actresses have found their voice.

Vegetable vendors in Vijayapura to resume trade

They have been protesting against eviction of hawkers from the Nehru Market Lane

India's apparel exports to EU face a duty disadvantage: Smriti Irani

India's exports of textile and apparel sector (including handicrafts) have increased from USD 39.3 billion (around Rs ) in 2017-18 to USD 40.4 billion in 2018-19," Irani said in a written reply to the Lok Sabha.

Nubia Z20 now comes in Twilight Blue color in global markets along with $50 discount - Gizmochina

In October, Nubia had launched the Nubia Z20 dual display flagship phone in the global markets. Since launch, it has been only available in Diamond Black color. Starting from the Twilight Blue edition of the phone is up for pre-orders. The shipments of the pre-ordered units of the Nubia Z20 Twilight Blue edition will begin …

26 Years Later, Footage Surfaces Of Sonic The Hedgehog's Infamous Macy's Parade Disaster

Anyone who’s a serious fan of Sonic, or of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, is probably aware of the 1993 event, in which a Sonic the Hedgehog float became caught in high winds, struck a lamppost and injured two people. The thing is, despite knowing this happened, we didn’t have any surviving video of the...

Alabama vs. Auburn odds, prediction, betting trends for Iron Bowl on CBS

Will Alabama win the Iron Bowl, and win it by enough to impress the College Football Playoff committee? Sporting News previews the matchup with Auburn.

Brace for a warmer winter in India this year, says IMD

M Rajeevan, secretary, Ministry of Earth Science (MoES) had said last week that 2019 is set to become the second-most warmest recorded calendar year ever.

Amazon hit by Black Friday strikes and protests across Europe

UK protestors are demanding an end to 'appalling' working conditions while German staff are striking for better pay.

Nurses hurled gravel at dementia patients then tried to pin the blame on other 'confused' sufferers, court hears

Two nurses who hurled gravel at dementia patients then tried to pin the blame on other "confused" sufferers are facing jail.

Great SEA Games

CLARK, Philippines (AFP) -  President Duterte has called for a probe into the preparations for the Southeast Asian Games, which start tonight after a messy build-up marked by last-minute construct

Qaim Ali Shah moves IHC for pre-arrest bail

Qaim Ali Shah moves IHC for pre-arrest bail.

Sajid Javid warns Nicola Sturgeon over pact with Labour party 'riddled' with antisemitism

The Chancellor of the Exchequer has criticised Nicola Sturgeon for “getting into bed” with Labour despite antisemitism being "riddled" throughout the party.

These awesome Minecraft deals are perfect for the gamers in your life

We've scoured the internet to find the best deals for all the Minecraft lovers in your life...even if that's just you. From consoles to toys, we have the deals.

Russian Jokes Tell the Brutal Truth

In a repressive society, dark political jokes allow regular people to describe what they see with their own eyes.

Rare glimpse inside derelict 300-year-old building that's up for sale

The building could be brought back into use

Financial boost for minority media

Newspapers run by members of the Armenian, Greek and Jewish communities are to receive extra state funds thanks to an affirmative action scheme. The...

Goldman Sachs: Pound Sterling seen Above 1.20 vs. Euro and 1.30 vs. Dollar on Swift Brexit Resolution Following Conservative Majority

Foreign exchange analysts at Wall Street investment bank Goldman Sachs have updated their views on the British Pound, saying the currency can move notably higher than current levels were a Conservative majority delivered in the upcoming December 12 election

UK's Johnson says will keep no-deal Brexit preparations in place

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday he wanted to keep in place preparations the government has made for the possibility of a no-deal Brexit.

What is Aldi's Kevin the Carrot and how much is the toy now selling for?

Kevin the Carrot is a festive favourite.

Dettori the first to go back to back as World's Best Jockey

Horse Racing news: Dettori the first to go back to back as World's Best Jockey.

Panipat: Forget Kancha Cheena Because Sanjay Dutt In The Latest Poster Is The Villain We Wish To See!

Ever since the makers of Panipat released the first look of Sanjay Dutt it broke the internet. The fans went crazy and they have loved the superstar's look.Sanjay is essaying the role of Ahmad Shah

Ex-Buccaneer Replaces Another As Coach

A former Orlando Pirates midfielder has been appointed in a new technical team role in Zambia.

India's Q2 GDP growth dips to over 6-yr low of 4.5%; manufacturing weighs

This GDP growth data for the September 2019 quarter is the lowest since January-March of 2012-13, when it was registered at 4.3%

The Clean Green Pakistan Index: A futile exercise?

The initial phase of the index also calls for cities to compete to beautify the city as well as on sanitation

Ferrari boss Binotto: Hamilton being available in 2021 ‘makes us happy’

Six-time world champion is out of contract at the end of next season.

Newly discovered black hole is so large, it shouldn’t exist

Scientists have discovered a “monster black hole,' but they said it’s so big that it shouldn’t actually exist.

Vivo V17 with punch hole display, quad cameras to launch in India on Dec 9

Vivo V17 with a punch-hole display and diamond-shaped rear camera module could launch in India on December 9. Vivo is looking to bring V17 with a punch-hole display in India instead of a waterdrop notch design that has been announced for the Russian market.

Pinoy-made ocean waste collector and dengue mapper to join the NASA global hackathon

MANILA, Philippines - A deployable, autonomous ocean waste collection system utilizing space data to locate nearby garbage patches built by students from De La Salle University and an automated information portal which correlates dengue cases with real-time data from satellite, climate, and search engines won the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's International Space Apps Challenge last October 18-20, 2019 in Manila

Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray takes over as CM, ruling alliance to face floor test tomorrow

Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari has appointed NCP MLA Dilip Walse Patil the interim Speaker for the trust vote.

Taliban say 'way too early' to speak of resuming talks with US

President Donald Trump statement indicated progress, though spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid's statement suggested roadblocks remain. "It is way too early to talk about the resumption of talks for now," the insurgent spokesman told AFP in a WhatsApp message, adding that the Islamist group would give an official reaction later.

India’s economic growth falls to 4.5% in July-September quarter – the slowest in over six years

This is the sixth straight quarter of slower growth. The GDP grew just 5% in the April-June quarter.

PCSO welcomes PACC probe of corrupt employees

PHILIPPINE Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) General Manager Royina Marzan-Garma welcomed the result of the probe conducted by the Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) into the alleged corruption involving some of the agency’s officials.

Hong Kong police exit wrecked campus, weekend protests planned

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong police on Friday withdrew from a university campus trashed by weeks of clashes as pro-democracy activists canvassed social media to promote more protests at the weekend.

Dairy farmer found murdered

A dairy farmer was found murdered in his sleep at a farm near T. Saveriarpuram near here in the early hours of Friday.Police said K. Antonymuthu, 62, of T. Saveriarpuram under Thaalamuthunagar police

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Announces He’s Moving To Africa, Says It Will Define Bitcoin Future

Dorsey’s trip could be the beginning of a Western ideological shift among big technology companies toward nations in Africa. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced in a tweet this week that he would ...

Mercedes-Benz parent Daimler plans thousands of job cuts worldwide

The job cuts will be carried out by the end of 2022 as part of efforts to reduce spending by 1.4 billion euros (US$1.5 billion), the maker of Mercedes-Benz cars said Friday in a statement.

Video: Ole Miss Kicker Has Heartbreaking Reaction To Missed Kick

Ole Miss kicker Luke Logan missed a game-tying extra point following a penalty from wide receiver Elijah Moore.

‘My wife brings her lover into our bedroom for lovemaking’

A petty trader, Mrs Molade Owolabi, on Thursday lost her 11-year-old marriage to alleged adultery, as an Igando Customary Court in Lagos granted her...

UK PM Johnson implores Trump: Please keep out of election

LONDON (Nov 29): Prime Minister Boris Johnson said it was best if US President Donald Trump did not get involved in Britain's upcoming election when he visits London for a NATO summit next week."What we don't do traditionally as loving allies and friends, what we don't do traditionally, is get involved in each other's election campaigns," said Johnson, whose Conservative Party has a commanding lead in the polls ahead of the Dec 12 election."The best (thing) when you have

My Brilliant Friend at the National Theatre review

Taking place over two sittings, each more than two and a half hours long, My Brilliant Friend promises to be [...]

Pep Guardiola thinking about beating Newcastle, not Premier League title

Manchester City have work to do in the Premier League title race, but Pep Guardiola is not looking too far ahead.

Saudi Aramco IPO received $44.3 billion in bids so far: Samba Capital

The state-owned oil giant plans to sell 1.5% of the company's shares for as much as 96 billion riyals ($25.6 billion), a deal which would give it a market value of $1.7 trillion

Rangers launch special black edition shirt – but it will cost you £75 for adult top

RANGERS have today launched a special limited edition blackout shirt. The all black jersey is available for supporters to buy now – but it will cost you! An adult version of the new design is…

Get Lego's Motorised Passenger Train for Half the Normal Price at Argos

Lego is pricey, and the motorised Lego sets have proven themselves to be even more expensive on account of the fact that they can move around on their own without the need for a person to push them around. The Lego City Passenger Train (60197) is one such set, and while it normally costs £130 from Lego today Argos is selling it for half that price.

Post talks with Gotabaya Rajapaksa, PM Modi announces $50 million aid to Sri Lanka to tackle terrorism

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a $50 million aid to Sri Lanka to tackle terrorism. The announcement was made after PM Modi and Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa held ‘fruitful talks’.

Laxmmi Bomb: Tusshar Kapoor Reveals His Production Venture With Akshay Kumar Was A 6 Years Old Dream

Laxmmi Bomb is one of the most anticipated films currently. The film will star Akshay Kumar in a transgender role and people are pretty eager to see the Khiladi in this unique avatar. But it is not ju

Old Port Henderson Road in St Catherine to be closed permanently

Effective, Monday, December 2, the section of the Old Port Henderson Road, which runs parallel to the Spanish Town Bypass in St Catherine, will be permanently closed. The road will be closed where it intersects Salt Pond Road. Manager,...

Drone project aims to put floating Lagos slum on map

Code for Africa, a South Africa based NGO wants to put Makoko, a floating slum in Lagos, Nigeria on the map using drones.

What happens when a great novelist becomes a character in a novel?

George Eliot is the beating heart of this brilliant novel by Kathy O'Shaugnessy.

David Pemsel resigns as chief executive of Premier League

Pemsel was set to join the Premier League from the Guardian Media Group

Why Arsenal axed Unai Emery

Emery axed as Arsenal boss after worst run in decades London, United Kingdom | AFP |  Unai Emery was sacked as Arsenal manager on Friday after less than two years in charge and with the club without a win in seven games, their worst run since 1992. The 48-year-old Spaniard was fired following the 2-1 …

Violence rises in Iraq’s south amid crackdowns on protests and press

Iraqi security officers opened fire on protesters in southern Iraq on Thursday, killing at least 35, as the government sought to quell violence that started with an attack on the Iranian Consulate in the city of Najaf, but then spread to other areas in the country’s south.

Gee Whiz: Peeing Dog Celebration Costs Ole Miss In Egg Bowl

STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi flushed away a golden chance at the Golden Egg. Luke Logan missed a 35-yard extra point after Ole Miss receiver Elijah Moore was penalized for celebrating a touchdown by crawling and pretending to urinate like a dog, and Mississippi State escaped with a 21-20 victory Thursday night in the 116th…

Taiwan raises economic growth forecasts for 2019 and 2020

GDP benefits from Taiwanese businesses returning amid trade wars: DGBAS.Taiwan’s economy will grow by a higher-than-expected 2.64 percent this year and even by 2.72 percent in 2020, the government predicted Friday (November 29).

Audited Reports: CBN, FIRS, others flout Senate’s 7-day ultimatum  

The CBN, FIRS and other government MDAs have flouted the 7-day ultimatum for the submission of audited reports issued by the Nigerian Senate.  

Onion crisis eases in Tirupati, Chittoor

No cap on quantity at Rythu Bazaars

Arsenal sack Emery: Allegri? Pochettino? Ancelotti? The contenders to take over

Arsenal are on the lookout for a new head coach after sacking Unai Emery. We look at seven potential candidates for the job.

Brendan Rodgers responds to Arsenal manager links after Unai Emery sacking

Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers is one of the names in the frame to replace Unai emery at the Emirates after he was axed on Thursday morning

The Aramco IPO And The OPEC Meeting Could Support The Price Of Crude Oil

The Saudis want to sell a piece of Aramco.Watch the OPEC meeting for clues.Iran provides support for the energy commodity.U.S. energy policy could shift.UCO and SCO are tools for those who do not trad

Huawei plans legal challenge over exclusion from federal subsidies in US

The Federal Communications Commission last week branded Huawei and its Chinese rival ZTE as threats to US national security and blocked them from the fund

How a Clayton-le-Woods boy was given the best job ever - as a toy tester for VARTA

An eight-year-old boy has been given the ultimate child’s dream - a job playing with toys all day.

Carl Ikeme: Rui Patricio, just take the Wolves No.1 shirt

Having spent 16 years at Wolves after coming through the club's academy, Carl Ikeme was forced to retire in 2018 after being diagnosed with leukaemia.

For Streaming Services, Navigating Generational Differences Is Key

The winners will find a profitable niche.

Wayne Rooney pictured training with Derby for first time since MLS switch

Rooney, 34, joins the Rams on an 18-month deal as player-coach after a successful stint in America but cannot make his first appearance for the club until the new year

Supermassive Black Hole Appears To Have Created New Stars In Several Far-Off Galaxies

Supermassive black holes are often portrayed as gigantic and ravenous beasts, ready to destroy anything that gets too close. And while that it is certainly

Dilip Walse Patil of NCP appointed pro tem Speaker of Maharashtra assembly

Senior NCP leader Dilip Walse Patil was appointed pro tem Speaker of Maharashtra Assembly on Friday ahead of the floor test of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi government.NCP sources

India’s economic growth cools to six-year low

Slowdown in rate of expansion is latest sign of deepening gloom

Bristol photographer says Rachel Riley's Jeremy Corbyn T-shirt is 'morally wrong'

Bristol-based photographer Rob Scott photographed Jeremy Corbyn being arrested in 1984

Aki, Adeolokun and Buckley return to Connacht XV for Kings clash

Andy Friend’s side face the South Africans in Galway tomorrow.

Thousands of Aussies ditch big energy companies for cheaper, local alternatives

Thousands saving up to $430 on energy costs – compare today! Affordable energy continues to be a top concern for many seniors and cost-wary Aussie

Swedish startup Bokio books €4 million to expand its SMB accountancy software across UK

Bokio, the Swedish startup applying AI to small business bookkeeping, has raised a €4 million round, led by Stockholm-based VC firm, creandum, with support from Svea and Chris Adelsbach. For small businesses, sole traders, and freelancers, Bokio supports a wide range of administrative tasks including invoicing, employee expenses, reporting and VAT returns. The interface is […]

OZ Minerals to begin construction of Pedra Branca mine in Brazil

OZ Minerals has started construction of its Pedra Branca underground copper-gold mine in the southern part of the Carajás in the Pará state of Brazil.

Sherri Hrycay finds timelessness in designing women's hats

Hrycay was invited for a third year to make a hat for the London Hat Week, an exhibit with 200 milliners chosen from around the world.

Is Vietnam too cautious when setting economic development goals for 2020? - VietNamNet

Many economic targets set for 2020 are lower in comparison with real implemented levels.

HuffPost: Thanksgiving ‘National Day of Mourning’ for Native Americans

One of the lessons non-Natives need to understand, HuffPost explains, is that Thanksgiving is a “National Day of Mourning” for Native Americans

Arsenal: Unai Emery decision only half the job

On Friday morning, Arsenal fired Unai Emery. But that is only half the job. To successfully handle this process, they must now also hire the right replacem...

Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Business

The corporate heavyweights speaking up on social issues: Atlassian boss Mike Cannon-Brookes, Qantas head Alan Joyce and retiring BHP CEO Andrew Mackenzie. Plus: our whistleblowers, and Melanie Perkins.

Podcasts are making a mark on showbiz

Podcasts gaining more popularity

Man City's acquisition of Mumbai ISL team good for India: Amrinder Singh

English Premier League champions Manchester City's parent company City Football Group on Thursday bought a majority 65 percent stake in Indian Super League (ISL) franchise Mumbai City FC

Italy's ‘Sardines’ movement threatens Salvini’s dominance

ROME — In Italy’s polarized political landscape, a grassroots group calling itself “Sardines” is putting the squeeze on right-wing populist Matteo Salvini.

OYO's valuation continues to soar despite losses; hovers near $10-bn mark

The losses have reportedly mounted due to the rise in operating expenses fuelled by the company's aggressive expansion in overseas markets

Student Solidarity March: Thousands take to streets nationwide

Across the country on Friday, students, activists, and civil society members, as well as academics and politicians protested to mark what organizers have called the

Turkey slams France's nonconstructive attitude toward NATO solidarity

Turkey harshly criticizes French President Emmanuel Macron's statements undermining NATO's main principle, which is based on the solidarity of its allies

Airbus considering production of hybrid airplane by 2035

HAMBURG (Reuters) - Airbus (AIR.PA) (AIRG.DE) is considering producing a hybrid plane by 2035 as it strives for a low emission aircraft, its chief executive said.

Best And Worst Q4 2019: All Cap Growth ETFs And Mutual Funds

The All Cap Growth style ranks seventh in Q4'19.Based on an aggregation of ratings of 26 ETFs and 545 mutual funds in the All Cap Growth style.TTAC is our top-rated All Cap Growth ETF and NLAFX is our

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Jurgen Klopp praises owners for “constantly trying to develop” with Anfield Road end plans

Jurgen Klopp has praised Liverpool’s willingness to develop on and off the field after the latest plans for the Anfield Road end expansion were unveiled. It was announced on Friday morning that the club are planning to add a further 7,000 seats to Anfield with a £60 million redevelopment of the Anfield Road end to bring the capacity up to 61,000. This is an ambitious and very welcome outlook, which along with the new training ground in Kirkby and a high-profile kit deal with Nike will reflect the Reds’ success on the pitch. While it remains a long time until work could get underway at Anfield—with a new planning application expected in spring next year—Klopp spoke of his excitement at the news. “It’s really early stages, so I don’t even know exactly what I’m allowed to say, or what I can say,” he told reporters at Melwood on Friday.

Apprentice star Lottie Lion says she has ‘come to terms with unconventional looks’

The Apprentice star Lottie Lion has opened up about her insecurities, saying that she has “come to term with her unconventional looks”. Lion, a 19-year-old librarian from Somerset, recently became

4.5% GDP growth rate unacceptable, worrisome: Former PM Manmohan Singh

He said the "toxic combination of deep distrust, pervasive fear and a sense of hopelessness in our society" is stifling economic activity and growth

Appeal Court victory a validation of people’s will - Lalong

Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau has described his victory at the Appeal Court as validation of the will of the people.Lalong in a statement on Friday by his...

Crude Oil Price and Forecast: WTI traders take clues from US-China tensions, OPEC+ eyed

WTI has been dropping to the intra-day low of $58.07 by the press time of early Friday in Asia. The energy benchmark seems to have negatively affected

NAF destroys terrorists’ gun trucks in Borno

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) said on Friday its Air Task Force (ATF) of Operation LAFIYA DOLE has destroyed two Boko Haram terrorists’ gun trucks

Juncker bids adieu, saying ‘I’m hungry’

At final midday news conference, outgoing Commission president says he has ‘shed a lot of tears’ but leaves ‘with elements of satisfaction.’

Daimler could face further recalls in Germany due to diesel cheating: magazine

BERLIN (Reuters) - German luxury carmaker Daimler (DAIGn.DE) could face further recalls related to manipulated diesel engines in some of its compact car models, weekly magazine Der Spiegel said on Friday, without citing sources.

India plans security audit of WhatsApp after hacking attempt

Troubles in WhatsApp's largest market.

Rajat Sharma resigns yet again

Rajat Sharma once again chose to relinquish his post as president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) following “differences” with a majority of the Apex Council members.In his resign

Australia vs Pakistan, 2nd Test Day 1: David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne Centuries Put Australia In Command

Australia vs Pakistan: Australia finished day's play at 302/1, with David Warner and Marnus Labuscahgne unbeaten on 166 and 126 respectively.

LEGO flagship store opens in Amsterdam

A LEGO flagship store opened on Kalverstraat in Amsterdam on Friday - the second LEGO store and first flagship store in the Netherlands. In addition to a complete range of new products that can only

GDP growth at 4.5%: No, Indian economy is still not in recession, but these countries are

Q2 GDP: Some of the key economies in the world are in the verge of recession raising fears about the global economic health

Senate sessions suspended until Dec. 9 to give way to bicam on GAB, SEAG

Sessions in the Senate will be suspended until December 9 in anticipation of an upcoming holiday and road closures in Pasay City for the 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEAG), as well as the bicameral conference committee meetings on the proposed 2020 national budget.

David Pemsel resigns as Premier League chief executive before starting role

Pemsel had been due to take up the position in February.

Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers

West Midlands Trains said timetable changes in May led to disruption on its London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.

A chemical pregnancy is a miscarriage, but doctors say it’s a good sign if you’re trying to get pregnant

Conception doesn’t always lead to a baby. Sometimes pregnancy ends quickly on its own.

Ahmed Baba of Timbuktu, the greatest African scholar of the 16th Century you should know

He may have been a controversial figure due to his legal opinions on slavery. Ahmed Baba, a prolific writer and Islamic scholar from Timbuktu, wrote in a treatise on slavery that “Muslims could not be held as slaves”, irrespective of their origin and skin color. But he wasn’t really against slavery as he thought the...

UK PM Johnson says UK will leave EU by Jan 31 at the latest

LONDON (Nov 29): British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday that Britain would leave the European Union by Jan 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party win a majority in the election in two weeks time."If we can get a working majority then we will come on Jan 31 at the absolute latest," Johnson told LBC radio.He also repeated his message that he saw no reason why Britain would need to extend the transition period after Brexit

Seven Chinese universities in top 10 of QS Asia Rankings

QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a London-based higher education analyst firm, released on Wednesday its latest assessment of Asia’s 500 best universities

Toward Mobile Health-Care with Medical-IoT Devices

Prof D. Chen-Yi Lee, National Chiao Tung University in Taiwan, provides details about the project Toward Mobile Health-Care with Medical-IoT Devices

Huawei plans legal challenge to latest US pressure: report

Chinese telecoms giant Huawei is preparing a legal counterpunch against new moves by American regulators to bar the company from accessing $8.5 billion in US federal funds for services and equipment, ...

The Report movie review: Dedicated to its cause right from the beginning

The Report movie review: With The Report, director Scott Z Burns isn't shy of throwing information at you, but he makes sure that you never drown in that sea of details.

Look: Meek Mill Is 100 Percent On His CALL OF DUTY MODERN WARFARE Goals This Holiday Break – “I’m Going On A Ground War Drill Real Quick”

Maybach Music Group's Meek Mill is putting in major video game work this holiday break. The hip-hop veteran has let fans know he's focused on Call of Duty: Mode

Sri Lanka wants to undo 99-year port lease to China

Sri Lanka’s new government led by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants to undo the previous regime’s move to lease the southern port of Hambantota to a Chinese venture, citing national interest. Former

Angad Bajwa, Saniya Sheikh crowned national skeet champions

More sports News: Angad Vir Singh Bajwa unofficially hit a world record score in the men's skeet final to lead Punjab's domination of the category at the 63rd National

Europe to consider law on climate neutrality by March

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union executive will propose by March 2020 a new climate law to turn the bloc neutral in terms of carbon dioxide emissions by 2050 and help lead the struggle against global warming, a draft showed on Friday.

Emery axed as Arsenal boss after worst run in decades

The 48-year-old Spaniard was fired following the 2-1 home defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt in Thursday's Europa League match.

What the Moomins can tell us about fighting climate despair

These books were written in the 1940s, but they can be read as parables of today's climate catastrophe

Jose Mourinho responds to Arsenal rumours after Unai Emery sacking

Would Mourinho have taken the Arsenal job first?

Garda graduation to take place in Templemore

The latest cohort of probationer gardai will graduate from the Garda College Templemore this afternoon following eight months of training.  The passing out ceremony of Intake 191 will begin short...

‘Terrorist Pragya Thakur’ remark: BJP MP moves notice against Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha

The former Congress president said he stood by his comment.

Fabinho misses out for leaders Liverpool

Midfielder could miss as much as two months.

Andy Ruiz: Mexican champion vows to 'break down' Anthony Joshua's ego

Andy Ruiz, heavyweight boxing champion, has vowed to break down Anthony Joshua's ego and mentality when they both meet for the rematch of their fight in Saudi Arabia.

Why Criminal Arrests on the Mexican Border Have Fallen in 2019

Yes, it is true.

End of Border Violence? Hamas Cancels Gaza Riots for Third Week in a Row

After 20 months of violence, Hamas seems to reconsider this aspect of its violent agenda.

National Treasury issues warning on scams as festive season looms | IOL News

National Treasury has issued a warning to companies doing business with it, saying there could be a potential escalation ...

Wolves' Nuno among bookies' favourites to replace sacked Arsenal boss Unai Emery

Arsenal have sacked boss Unai Emery following a run of seven games without a win - with Wolves' boss Nuno among the favourites linked with taking over at The Emirates.

Party lines: five writers' verdicts on the election manifestos

Time for ‘real change’? ‘Unleash’ Britain’s potential? And what does ‘Wales, it’s us’ mean? Five writers tear apart the party manifestos to show what they’re actually saying

Opposition protest in Assam Assembly as onion prices reach Rs 100 per kg

They asserted that they will continue to protest in the same manner till the state government takes measures to control the price of onions, which is selling at Rs 100 and more per kg in the state

Dabangg 3: After A Demand For A Halt, Hindu Janajagruti Samiti Demands Cancellation Of Film's Censor Certificate

Salman Khan starrer Dabangg 3 has got into religious trouble. After the song, Hud Hud Dabangg was released, Hindu Janajagruti Samiti claims that the song has hurt their religious sentiments and has now demanded that the censor certificate of the film be cancelled.

Renowned free solo rock climber Brad Gobright falls to death in Mexico

A world-renowned rock climber, US national Brad Gobright, has fallen to his death while climbing a sheer rock face in northern Mexico, according to authorities.

Pumpkin and sweet potato curry with coconut and greens recipe 

Basically a coconut-rich south-east Asian curry.

Black Friday 2019: Amazon's Best Tech Deals

Black Friday is well and truly in full swing, and Amazon has a stack of great tech, gaming and book deals ready for the picking. Here are the best ones we've found so far....

FRSC criticises lane indiscipline by drivers - The Nation Newspaper

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ebonyi has criticised the practice of lane indiscipline which it described as common among drivers in Ebonyi...

Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+, Note 8 phones won’t get Android 10 update - Gizmochina

Samsung has been consistently releasing Android 10 roadmap for different countries. Israel, China, India and Philippines are some of the countries for which Samsung has confirmed that the Android 10 roadmap. The Android 10 update schedule does not include Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+ and Galaxy Note 8 in the list of eligible devices. This seems …

Crypto Exchange Admits 'Missing' CEO Has User Funds Access Amid Exit Scam Fears

In a story reminiscent of the QuadrigaCX scandal, crypto exchange platform, IDAX Global, has no idea where its CEO is.

Pochettino among five favourites for Arsenal job after Emery sacking

Following Unai Emery’s departure from Arsenal, former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is one of the early favourites.

Unai Emery: 'Arsenal are not in a good moment'

The Gunners are seven matches without a win.

Life remains affected due to continued lockdown in IOK on 117th day

Life remains affected due to continued lockdown in IOK ON 117th day

Telstra is giving away 25 million Telstra Plus points for Christmas, are you eligible?

Have you ever heard of the 12 days of Christmas? Well, Telstra is apparently saying nice try to that and is instead celebrating 25 days of Christmas by giving away 25 million Telstra Plus points this Christmas season. Welcome to Telstra’s 25 days of Christmas.

AIIMS duped of Rs 12 cr as fraudsters withdraw money using 'cloned cheques'

The money was illegally withdrawn from the AIIMS' accounts in the State Bank of India at its non-home branches in other cities

Arsenal appoint Ljunberg interim manager

Arsenal have confirmed a temporary successor to Unai Emery for Sunday’s Premier League clash at Norwich City.The Gunners have pulled

Bottas tops practice times for Abu Dhabi GP

Valtteri Bottas topped the times for Mercedes in Friday's opening free practice for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Tesla Expands Its Australian Megabattery Empire

The world's biggest battery is about to get 50% bigger (and could double again).

Rangoli Chandel Defends Kangana Ranaut Yet Again Over Her 'Mild Estrogen' Statement!

Recently, Kangana Ranaut was quoted as saying, I had to take mild doses of hormone pills to look different. This statement of Kangana has outraged many netizens. Rangoli was quick to defend her sister Kangana Ranaut and said shes a good actor.

Dunphy, Giles & Brady To Reunite For Christmas Premier League Coverage

The iconic trio of Eamon Dunphy, John Giles and Liam Brady will return to our television screens this Christmas period for coverage of the Premier League.

Borna Barisic admits Rangers were not good enough in first half

The full-back admitted his side got off lightly after a poor first half against Feyenoord.

The contenders to replace Unai Emery as Arsenal manager

Massimiliano Allegri, Mikel Arteta and Patrick Vieira are among the names in contention.

Arsenal sack Unai Emery: Frank Lampard says axed Spaniard ‘gave everything’

Unai Emery was sacked as Arsenal head coach on Friday and Frank Lampard has sympathy for the Spaniard.

Anti-Abortion Bill Requires Doctors to Perform Procedure That They Say Does Not Exist

Lawmakers in the Ohio State Legislature recently introduced an anti-abortion bill which forces doctors to “re-implant an ectopic pregnancy” into a woman’s uterus or face a  felony “abortion murder” charge. However, according to doctors, there is a substantial problem with the bill – no such procedure exists in medical science.

Find your seat, with Gallery Espace’s 10 Chairs

Through mixed media and installations, nine pairs of artists and designers interpret the humble chair at Gallery Espace’s newest exhibition, 10 Chairs

Tamil Nadu State Election Commissioner holds meeting for officials of five districts

R. Palanisamy has directed officials deputed for election duty to strictly adhere to guidelines, ahead of the local body polls

The perils of an online election campaign and Kevin the carrot | Jabbering Journo column

Let’s be honest, no-one knows who or what to believe as this General Election looms.

Arsenal sack Emery after worst run for 27 years; Ljungberg named caretaker manager

Unai Emery has been sacked as Arsenal manager following the 2-1 Europa League defeat at home to Frankfurt.

Russia's Novak: Would rather take decision on output extension close to April

Russian Energy Minister Alexander Novak said that he favoured OPEC and its non-OPEC allies to make a decision on whether to extend the crude oil produ

Arsenal sack Emery - Premium Times Nigeria

Touted to be the messiah the Gunners wanted, Emery, 48, was appointed in the summer of 2018 following the departure of Arsene Wenger.

Kaizer Chiefs coach blasts Zim Warriors technical team over Khama Billiat injury

Outspoken Kaizer Chiefs coach Ernst Middendorp has once again openly attacked the Warriors technical team over talismanic winger Khama Billiat. Billiat took

#BlackFriday Deal Alert: New Surface Pro 7 with Type Cover from only £699

Microsoft UK's Black Friday Surface Pro 7 deals with Type Cover starts from only £699, a massive £375 saving. Check it out here.

1850 telephone calls to cost no more than a local call from Sunday

Comreg’s overhaul of rates comes as survey shows 37% of consumers believe freecall 1800 numbers are charged

Multiple Russia UFO sightings were actually a military ICBM test launch

Strange lights in the sky

SEBI to decide on interim relief to Karvy by Monday: SAT

The Securities and Appellate Tribunal (SAT) has asked SEBI to decide on giving interim relief to Karvy Stock Broking by Monday. SAT has asked SEBI to consider allowing Karvy limited use of power of at

Indian Rupee Billed as "Overvalued" and Set for Declines after GDP Disappointment

British Pound vs Indian Rupee - Latest Exchange Rate News and Forecasts for Converting Pounds to Euros Today

4 Big Mistakes Technical Founders Make

No one is perfect. If you're a technical founder, you should pay attention to this list.

Black Friday deals on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VR are live now — here are the best ones, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The PlayStation 4 is one of the most popular gaming devices on the market. Here are all the best deals on the PS4, PS4 Pro, and more.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Bitcoin Price Hits Tipping Point Above $7.6K — Pivotal Weekend Ahead

Bitcoin bulls and bears are set to have a key battle going into the weekend at a critical price level that could set the tone for the rest of the year.

Labour to cut jobs at Newcastle office amid talk of tight finances

Staff say they feel let down after being told their contracts will end after Christmas

Blackpool weekend weather forecast: This is when temperatures will plummet

The weather in Blackpool this weekend is set to be bright but cold.

Black Friday: Beware these cyber scams

In the last few weeks, tens of thousands of potential scams involving brand names have been discovered, cybersecurity firms are warning.

Fears Cross Tay Link Road will not reduce congestion

Bridgend, Gannochy and Kinnoull Community Council (BGKCC) question impact

'He has left behind a great legacy': Ramaphosa's eulogy for Xhosa king | IOL News

The full eulogy delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Special Official Funeral of His Majesty, King Zwelonke Mpendulo Sigcau.

SNP candidate axed over anti-Jewish remarks vows to keep fighting for election as backers blast his suspension

AN SNP candidate axed over anti-Jewish web posts has vowed to keep fighting for election as Nats backers blasted his suspension. Neale Hanvey ‘liked’ a series of social media comments branding his …

Cathy Stanworth: Joy and benefit of having a pet

An incredibly loud “woof” resounded around the huge high ceilinged premises of Pets At Home. This was followed by another and another...I think we were treated to over ten!

Samsung Galaxy S11 Series: Everything we know so far

More often than not, any premium Samsung Galaxy flagship phone makes an impression among hardcore Samsung fans and most of the Android community. Every device introduced in this category by the Sou…

Top headlines: Q2 GDP growth slips to 4.5%, CEA defends tax cut & more

From Mukesh Ambani becoming ninth richest on Forbes' billionaires list to PM Modi announcing $50 million assistance to Sri Lanka, Business Standard brings you the top news of the day

Amid 'air apocalypse', mask-clad Lahore looks for answers

When black smoke from burning rice stubble in nearby India swept into Lahore - one of Pakistan's largest and wealthiest cities - earlier this month, outraged residents declared an ‘air apocalypse’ and the provincial government shut down schools.

General Election TV debates: Which leaders have done what?

The PA news agency has a look at the TV election debate drama with less than two weeks until polling day.

Healthy coral sounds lure fish back to abandoned reefs, study finds

With global heating damaging corals worldwide, experts find potential tool in ‘acoustic enrichment’ to recolonise reefs

Germany's Daimler to cut at least 10,000 jobs over 3 years

BERLIN (AP) - German automaker Daimler said Friday that it plans to cut at least 10,000 jobs worldwide by the end of 2022. It plans not to fill some vacant posts and to offer severance packages in Germany to reduce administrative jobs.

Save $50 On The Oculus Rift S – Amazon Black Friday 2019 Deals

Amazon is shaving $50 off of the regular price of the Oculus Rift S, allowing you to pick it up fro just $349 this Black Friday. That's a pretty good

4,500 jobs in UK at risk as Germany's E.ON breaks up struggling Npower

The revamp effectively removes one of the market's so-called 'Big Six' players, which have lost customers to nimbler recent entrants and been hit by a regulatory price cap

Pamela Anderson Writes to PM Modi, Know Here What She Wants to Convey 

Anderson also highlighted that raising animals for dairy, meat, and eggs contribute to one-fifth of all human-induced greenhouse gas emissions.

Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit

The prime minister announced that he would remove EU rules preventing the government from awarding contracts to UK-based businesses.

Robbie Savage's Premier League predictions as Arsenal set to struggle again

The BT Sport pundit also tips Jose Mourinho's winning start to continue while there are difficult tests for Man City and Man Utd, and a bottom of the table clash

Bauchi Guber: Appeal Court Upholds Bala Mohammed’s Election

The pronouncement of Bala Mohammed as the duly elected governor of Bauchi State by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in the last general election was on Friday upheld by the Appeal Court sitting in Jos, Plateau State.

Construction of Ajaokuta gas pipeline to begin soon – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari said on Friday work would soon commence on the construction of the 600-kilometre Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano gas pipeline

Europe: Banks May Hold and Sell Bitcoin Starting From 2020

According to a new bill on the Fourth Money Laundering Directive drafted by the European Union (EU), banks could be authorized to offer digital assets services including storage for customers. Germany would likely be the first nation to adopt the proposal. According to a German news report published on November 27, 2019, the amendment would come into force as early as 2020.

Rise in unnatural prison deaths across the country is a worry | Cape Argus

The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) says it is concerned about the number of unnatural deaths in prison.

Gold Technical Analysis: Metal remains under precious below $1465/oz

On the daily chart, gold remains under selling pressure near the November lows while trading below the 1465 resistance level and the 50/100 SMAs

Egypt has capacity to store 4 mln tonnes of wheat - ministry

CAIRO, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Egypt, the world's largest wheat importer, has the capacity to store 4 million tonnes of wheat this season, the supply ministry said on Friday, adding it had built new wheat silos for the additional storage.In July, Egypt signed a deal with the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) to build two wheat silos in Port Said. At the time, Supply Minister Ali Moselhy said they would raise Egypt's storage capacity for imported wheat by around 15%. (Reporting by Momen Saeed Atallah; Writing by Yousef Saba; editing by David Evans)

We have lost a great leader – Ramaphosa on King Sigcawu

President Cyril Ramaphosa has bid farewell to King Mpendulo Zwelonke Sigcawu during his funeral on Friday at the Nqadu Royal Palace near Willowvale in the Eastern Cape.

Cremate my corpse after death, says MASSOB leader

Leader of the Movement for the Actualization of Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB), Chief Ralph Uwazuruike says he would wish his body to be...

Craig David to headline New Year's Eve special on BBC

Nov. 29 (UPI) -- Singer-songwriter Craig David has been booked to headline a New Year's Eve special on BBC One.

Liverpool confirm injury blow as key figure ruled out until 2020

Major setback for Reds...

Jay-Z's sports management company have recruited World Cup-winning skipper Kolisi

US-based representation company Roc Nation Sports has reportedly landed RWC-winning captain Siya Kolisi in what would be their first foray into rugby union.

Microsoft’s Black Friday deals are available now — save hundreds on the Surface Pro 7, the Surface Laptop 3, the Xbox One, and more

Black Friday is upon us, bringing with it a huge range of impressive deals on all kinds of products. From gaming devices to computers and laptops, there are deals out there for everyone.

Manchester United 'remain the favourites for Erling Haaland'

Manchester United are still the favourites to sign Red Bull Salzburg forward Erling Haaland, according to a report.

PM Orban: Let's not export live animals - medium-term objective; more human and profitable

Prime Minister Ludovic Orban said on Friday that banning export of live animals should be a medium-term objective, mentioning that the...

Antarctica, 'heart of the Earth' needs protection: Expert

PUNTA ARENAS, Chile: It may be remote and uninhabited but Antarctica is suffering from man's activities, says the director of the Chilean ...

Isko’s men nab fake ID makers

SIX persons -- five men and one woman -- engaging in the manufacturing and selling of fake identification cards for senior citizens and persons with disabiliies (PWDs) were presented to the media by Mayor Isko Moreno following their arrest by the Manila Police District- Special Mayor’s Reaction Team (SMART).

Caitlyn Jenner Revealed Kylie Spends A HUGE Amount Of Money On Security

If I've said it once I've said it a thousand times — Caitlyn Jenner is really providing value for money on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. And speaking of money, Caitlyn Jenner revealed that Kylie spends $400K a month on security. Wow. Anyone…

Bengaluru flat case: Enforcement Directorate attaches land worth ₹7-crore in Tamil Nadu

Agricultural land worth about ₹7 crore in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiris district was attached by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money-laundering probe linked to an alleged flat buyer’s cheat

Company apologizes after uproar over headscarf ban

A recruitment firm apologized and fired a staff member after it was revealed on social media that it turned down the employment application of a...

U.S. planned to separate 26,000 migrant families in 2018

The estimate was revealed by a watchdog report, which also found the U.S. can't calculate how many families it separated due to unreliable data.

Nintendo's Labo Robot is Mega-Cheap for Black Friday

We're huge fans of Labo, Nintendo's risk-taking cardboard DIY accessories for the Nintendo Switch.

Lithuania crowns its first tech unicorn! Vinted, second-hand fashion marketplace, pockets €128 million and secures €1 billion valuation

Vinted, a social marketplace for pre-loved clothing, has taken the spot as Lithuania’s first tech unicorn, after raising a stellar €128 million. The funding round was led by new investor Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from existing backers including Sprints Capital, Insight Venture Partners, Accel and Burda Principal Investments. Funds will be used to boost product development and rocket rapid growth across Europe.

India offers funds to Sri Lanka in bid to outdo China

NEW DELHI, Nov 29 — India, anxious to counter China’s influence in the region, today offered hundreds of millions of dollars in aid to Sri Lanka as the island’s new president made his maiden overseas trip in New Delhi. Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s visit to India just 12 days after he became...

Quick and easy ideas from ECHO readers inspired by Elf on the Shelf

Italian MP proposes during earthquake aid debate in parliament

Flavio Di Muro gets applause for marriage proposal – and reprimand from Speaker

'Sci-fi' electrode sleeve offers new hope for millions of paralysis patients

Cutting-edge technology is giving new hope to millions of people living with paralysis across the United States. Researchers at The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research have successfully developed a light-weight, wearable electrode sleeve that regulates and triggers finger movement in quadriplegics.

Marshmello drops electrifying beat at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix opening

UK rapper Stormzy announced Friday that he will kick-start his biggest world tour from Dubai on Feb. 7 2020. Tickets for Stormzy’s 'Heavy Is The Head' Dubai show go on sale Dec. 4 at 8 a.m. local UAE time.

Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey to work together in a romantic -thriller

Taapsee Pannu had an eventful 2019 with four movie releases Badla, Game Over, Mission Mangal and the latest being Saand Ki Aankh. She also has several films in her kitty and has been shooting back to back for them. Taapsee will soon be seen in Tadka, Thappad and also Rashmi Rocket. Now as per reports, Taapsee has signed one more film which will be a romantic-thriller.

A blockchain/IoT combo could reduce food fraud by $131B in five years

Blockchain is gaining ground in the supply chain arena, verifying not only the provenance of goods, but enabling suppliers of meats and produce to verify their origins and ensure regulatory rules are met.

This top Black Friday gaming laptop deal takes $510 off the terrific Alienware m17

This Alienware M17 gaming laptop from Dell is down to $1899 during Black Friday.

China's financial warning signs flashing nearly everywhere as policymakers scramble

From rural bank runs to surging consumer indebtedness and an unprecedented bond restructuring, mounting signs of financial stress in China are putting the

Q2 GDP: Fiscal deficit of 3.9% realistic, says Uday Kotak

The just released GDP data for the second quarter (July-September) shows that the growth has gone down to 4.5 per cent (the lowest in six years) from 5 per cent in the first quarter (April-June)

Qatar rejects false accusations by Eritrean Information Ministry

The State of Qatar has totally rejected false accusations contained in a statement by the Eritrean Ministry of Information, stressing that Qatar has nothing to do with any factions or groups in Eritrea, a matter which the Eritrean government knows very well.

Club said to have made €10m offer to Manchester United – Further meeting hasn’t happened yet

Chris Smalling’s future at AS Roma, or otherwise, has been covered relentlessly by the Italian sport media in recent weeks. The Manchester United owned defender has been in good form since his move to Serie A, and Roma are thought to be making attempts to get the player on a permanent basis. Giallorossi.net have started a

WATCH | #BlackFriday crowd chaos outside Nike Factory Store

Black Friday was nothing short of crazy at the Nike factory store at Woodmead Value Mart in Johannesburg.

Trade surplus shrinks in October

Exports up 11.9% on a month-on-month basis.

UK grime star Stormzy to headline at Sonar Hong Kong 2020

UK grime star Stormzy will be one of the headliners at Spanish electronic music festival Sónar when it returns for its fourth outing in Hong Kong on March 28, 2020 Stormzy announced this afternoon over social media that Hong Kong will be one of...

Gov’t bid to save wealth case vs Marcoses junked

FOR failing to present new arguments, the motion for reconsideration filed by the government in connection with the dismissal of the case against Marcoses and Tantocos was dismissed by the Sandiganbayan.

FIFA’s Infantino eyes African league, billion dollar spend on stadia

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Thursday he would like to see an African league created and investment of more than $1 billion (900 million euros) on stadia on the continent.

Qatar signs MoU with APU to promote peace

The State of Qatar, represented by the Shura Council has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) yesterday with the African Parliamentary Union (APU).

Boris would have been as useful as a melting ice sculpture at the climate debate

CAROLINE LUCAS: Boris Johnson accuses MPs of dither and delay over Brexit - that is precisely his approach to the climate crisis.

MTAA Super and Tasplan to merge in a $23 billion superannuation deal

The industry superannuation sector will see the arrival of a $23 billion giant with the merger of MTAA Super and Tasplan Super from October 1 2020.

13-inch MacBook Air Drops Further to $649.99, The Best Black Friday Deal So Far?

After sitting at the $699 mark for the entire week, the 13-inch MacBook Air is now selling for $649 for Black Friday 2019.

Arsenal sack Emery: Five things next Gunners boss must address

The next Arsenal boss has a host of pressing issues to address when he steps into the role vacated by Unai Emery.

Euro snoozes through sleepiest week since launch 20 years ago

Currency lodged in tight range thanks to steady monetary policy and trade uncertainty

China Mobile International launched first ever global shared service center in Cyberjaya

KUALA LUMPUR: China’s telecommunication giant China Mobile, through its overseas subsidiary China Mobile International (CMI), has officially launched the group’s first ever global shared service senter (SSC) in Cyberjaya marking a new chapter in CMI’s ambitious plan for expansion in to the region.

How North Korea Soured on Donald Trump

Kim Jong Un only wanted to engage with the president. Now he’s turning on him.

Duopharma Biotech's 3Q earnings jump 21% on higher product demand

KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Duopharma Biotech Bhd has reported a 21% jump in net profit to RM14.86 million for its third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, from RM12.29 million a year ago.The pharmaceutical company said in an exchange filing today revenue rose 13.5% to RM142.86 million, from RM125.84 million in the year-ago third quarter.Duopharma Biotech's group managing director Leonard Ariff Abdul Shatar said the improved results reflected increased demand for the group's pharmaceutical products from the private and public

Multiple injuries reported in London stabbing incident

The London Ambulance Service declared a "major incident" on Friday at London Bridge, where multiple people were stabbed by a suspect wearing a "hoax explosive device" who was subsequently shot and killed by police, CNN reports. On Twitter, London's Metropolitan Police Service said that "as a precaution, we are currently responding to this incident as though it is terror-related." The chaotic scene unfolded around 1:58 PM, with one nearby worker telling CNN of hearing "more than five" gunshots in the area of the iconic bridge, and another saying, "A colleague out for lunch messaged to say there'd been an incident ... I went straight to the window and saw hundreds of people running off the bridge." On Twitter, U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said, "I'm being kept updated on the incident at London Bridge and want to thank the police and all emergency services for their immediate response." Jacob Lambert

Michael Gove is the political horror show that chills my soul

There are worse politicians. But no one else inspires such existential dread, says the writer Mark O’Connell

Travel review: Luxury living at Roseate Hotel in Reading

Think of the best room you've ever stayed in, times it by five and it's still highly unlikely to match the room we were treated to at Roseate Hotel in Reading.

STAY INFORMED: Check Live Doppler 7 Radar this winter weather season

Stay weather aware and prepared as severe weather affects the Miami Valley.

Tate Britain unveils post-apocalyptic Christmas decorations

Anne Hardy transforms front of London gallery with ice, mud, tangled lights and torn banners

Grab a Nokia 4.2 for $159 from Amazon and B&H ($30 off)

Deals abound this holiday season, so here's another one for the pile. Nokia's budget 4.2 smartphone has dropped to $159 on both Amazon and B&H, a nice

Winter weather on election day could cost West Dunbartonshire Council over £45,000

The local authority has put stringent preparations in place to ensure that everyone can have their say in next month's vote.

Belgian officials boycott trade delegation to Israel

BDS movement scores victory in Belgium, with officials dropping out of delegation to Israel, accusing Israel of violating international law.

Armed police called to Newcastle's West End after officer is assaulted

A large-scale response was spotted on Grainger Park Road following the assault of an officer on Thursday evening

Airbnb scofflaws face fines

The rubber is about to meet the road when it comes to short-term housing rentals in Kelowna.

Chelsea wait to discover extent of Abraham’s hip injury

Abraham sat out training at Chelsea’s Cobham base on Friday.

Problem with sewer shuts down Wellburn's Market grocery store, barbershop

Wellburn’s Market, a grocery store at Cook and Pandora that's been downtown for more than a century, was forced to close its doors Friday morning after a sewage line problem in the building. . . .

Joburg mayoral malaise: ANC decides against going to court to challenge DA speaker

The ANC says it has received legal advice cautioning it against going to court to challenge a decision to postpone a City of Johannesburg council meeting meant to elect a new executive mayor.

Former AIB boss David Duffy pay rises 84% to £3.4m as head of Virgin Money

CEO’s pay more than eight times his AIB salary – despite losses at UK’s Virgin Money

After taking over as CM, Thackeray stays Metro carshed work in Aarey Colony

Thackeray clarified that he had not stayed the work of the Mumbai metro rail project itself

Goldman Sachs is going through a huge transformation under CEO David Solomon. Here's everything you need to know.

Here's the latest news about Goldman Sachs.

JUST IN: Supreme Court dethrones first-class Oyo monarch, Eleruwa

Ademola Babalola, Ibadan The Supreme court on Friday dethroned a first-class monarch in Oyo State, the Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Samuel Adegbola. The PUNCH recalls that Adegbola had in 2013 lost ...

Microsoft's Black Friday Store Is Going Off!

Attention bargain hunters: The Microsoft Store had updated its Black Friday deals portal and there's some bloody good stuff on there. We're talking up to $700 off Surface laptops, $299 Xbox One S game bundles, dirt-cheap audio gear and up to 30% off performance laptops. Here are the highlights!...

Government of Ghana talks about Ghc 100 and Ghc 200 currency notes

The Governor of the Central Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison has explained the rationale behind the government’s policy decision to introduc

Border Closure: Nigeria short of N338 billion worth of rice 

Nigeria has recorded N338.6 billion shortage of rice at the Malaysian price of $421 per tonne as a result of border closure.

India Fires Salvo Against Israeli Manufacturer for 'Snubbing' Its Domestic Anti-Tank Guided Missile

New Delhi (Sputnik): Israeli manufacturer Rafael faced a major setback in 2018 after the Indian Defence Ministry cancelled a $500 million Spike deal in favour of a domestically manufactured anti-tank guided missile. New Delhi previously bailed on a Spike purchase in 2011, and again in 2017 – both times under the DRDO’s pressure.

Charleston, Providence meet in Wooden Legacy

Providence (4-3) vs. College of Charleston (3-3)

FIFA players hold protest outside of EA’s Bucharest office

The small gathering of players have cited their dissatisfaction with FIFA Ultimate Team’s pack luck, button delay and the script

Bizongo emerges as the fastest-growing tech company in India

Data science firm TheMathCompany was ranked second and Vadodara-based communication automation solutions firm Phonon was ranked third for the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 India programme

Stardew Valley large upcoming update detailed

The fantastic Stardew Valley is set to receive the hefty 1.4 content update on the Nintendo Switch in the near future and its contents have been detailed on the game’s official blog. Not only…

BET founder says 2020 election is Trump’s to lose

Robert Johnson, the founder of Black Entertainment Television, said in an interview Friday that he does not believe that there's a Democrat in the 2020 field today who can prevent President Trump from winning a second term. 

Hazel Chu elected cathaoirleach of The Green Party

Dublin city Councillor Hazel Chu has been elected as the new cathaoirleach of The Green Party.Co...

Lion Industries posts fourth straight quarterly loss of RM110.6m

KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Lion Industries Bhd reported a net loss of RM110.62 million for the first quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (1QFY20) versus a net profit of RM19 million a year ago, including a lower margin of its steel division, and higher loss from associated companies and joint ventures.This marks its fourth consecutive quarterly loss.As a result, it registered a loss per share of 16.25 sen from 2.79 sen for 1QFY19, Lion Industries said in a filing with

Sign up for OPPO’s ColorOS 7 beta program to test Android 10 on your OPPO Reno and Reno 10x Zoom

We reviewed the Reno 10x Zoom Edition from OPPO earlier this which impressed us in almost every aspect apart from the ColorOS software experience that felt a little clunky at times with missing fea…

Scots guide dog puppies celebrate first birthday party before starting school

Taking a morning break from their specialist training seven of the group of nine pups enjoyed a birthday cake made specially for dogs.

UK Commits £1.8 Billion to European Space Agency

With a £1,870 million investment over the next five years the UK has reaffirmed its commitment to the ESA. The ESA Budget Increased By 10%

Massive multi-million-pound CarShop store to open in Little Stoke

A total of 65 jobs will be created

Oil to be stuck in a rut in 2020 as slowing demand fuels glut: Reuters poll

(Reuters) - Oil prices will remain subdued in 2020 as growth concerns weigh on demand and fuel a glut of crude, a Reuters poll showed on Friday ahead of production-policy talks among OPEC and its allies next week.

OPEC oil output falls 110,000 bpd in November to 29.57M bpd – Reuters

Crude oil output by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries fell 110,000 barrels per day (bpd) in November to 29.57 million bpd, a Reute

Brands calls for Everton unity and reveals Richarlison extension is close

Brazil striker Richarlison is close to agreeing a new deal at Everton, according to board member Marcel Brands.

Police and ambulance called to London Bridge over claims of shots being fired

Ambulance crews are at the scene

UK PM Johnson implores Trump: please keep out of election

"What we don't do traditionally as loving allies and friends, what we don't do traditionally, is get involved in each other's election campaigns," said Johnson, whose Conservative Party has a commanding lead in the polls ahead of the December 12.

Club ready to hold talks over Southampton player – Want to agree reduced fee

Turkish website Sporx claims Galatasaray manager Fatih Terim wants Southampton loanee Mario Lemina to remain at the club beyond this season. Gala loaned Lemina from the Premier League side in August, and after a poor start the Gabonese international has found some form in recent weeks. The 26 year old is now one of the

Panel of experts to pick first WBBL Team of the Tournament

Seven experts have been chosen to select 12 players to make up the first official WBBL Team of the Tournament

Brothers In ‘Arms’: Why Uttarakhand And Haryana Should Walk Together Using Gita Mahotsav, For A Larger Hindu Cause

Last year, Haryana’s partner for this event was Uttar Pradesh. 

Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano gas pipeline construction to commence soon – Buhari

Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday Friday said the government will soon begin the construction of the 600-kilometre Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano gas pipeline to move gas from the Southern part of the country to the North. The Nigerian president made the disclosure while addressing the 5th Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) Summit at the Sipopo International Conference […]

Shah to hold meetings on Citizenship Bill

He will have discussions with Chief Ministers of northeastern States and student groups

Knives Out does what so many of the best mysteries do: Carve up the rich

The new film by Rian Johnson has a radical class politics — just like Agatha Christie's stories or Columbo

Ukraine successfully completes development of Neptun anti-ship missile complex (Video)

The complex was developed by Ukraine's Luch Design Bureau.

Core sector output for October contracts further to 5.8 per cent

The index was dragged down by electricity which reported a de-growth of 12.4% vs -3.7% in Sept.

General Election seats to watch: North-east England

A political sea-change might be about to happen in this corner of the country.

Mudajaya back in the black after 13 straight quarterly losses

KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): After logging 13 consecutive quarters of losses, Mudajaya Group Bhd has returned to the black with a net profit of RM812,000 in its third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19).This was despite its revenue contracting 25.6% on year to RM110.18 million during the quarter under review from RM148.18 million in 3QFY18, due to the completion of its 49 megawatt (mW) solar photovolatic energy plant at Sungai Siput, Perak in November 2018, and the slow progress

49ers, Ravens use highly effective, but very different, rushing attacks to excel

The 49ers and Ravens have both ridden devastating rushing attacks to the top of the NFL. We break down how they've been effective.

PNP officials want death penalty for drug traffickers

TOP officials of the Philippine National Police, Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency and the Dangerous Drugs Board have aired anew their strong support for the re-imposition of death penalty for big-time drug traffickers and manufacturers in the aftermath of the arrest of a Chinese national who yielded some 370 kilograms of high-grade shabu in Makati City on Tuesday evening.

Arsenal sack Emery: Five things next Gunners boss must address

The next Arsenal boss has a host of pressing issues to address when he steps into the role vacated by Unai Emery.

Sam Claflin 'cried a lot' during filming of harrowing thriller The Nightingale

The Nightingale is out now.

Johnson 'did not keep word' to free Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe

Other dual nationals also in jail because of UK failure to repay debt to Iran, says husband

Kingpins Presents Psychedelic Selection of Tie-Dye, Hemp Denims

Kingpins New York showed a selection of tie-dye denims and stretch blends.

Oil mixed amid slow holiday trade before Opec+ meeting

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures were up 4 cents, or 0.1 per cent, at $58.15 a barrel.

Eurozone unemployment's falls to lowest rate since July 2008

LONDON (AP) - Unemployment across the 19-country eurozone has fallen to its lowest rate since July 2008 even though growth is cooling in the face of headwinds like the U.S.-China trade war and uncertainty related to Britain's departure from the European Union.

Netflix will stop working on these popular TVs and streaming sticks this weekend

From Sunday (December 1), Netflix will no longer be supported on Samsung ’s 2010 and 2011 smart TVs, due to ‘technical limitations'

Iraq PM Adel Abdul Mahdi says he will resign

Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi said on Friday he would present his resignation to parliament so lawmakers could choose a new government, according to a statement from his office.Abdul Mahdi&#39

MacBook Pro Diary: A forced repair leading to a rethink about my next Mac

I've finally been forced into arranging the keyboard replacement I've been deferring forever, and that has led me to think about my next Mac ...

Russia presents long-awaited domestic violence bill

MOSCOW (AP) - A group of lawmakers in the country's upper house of parliament, mainly from President Vladimir Putin's United Russia party, have presented a long-anticipated bill on preventing domestic abuse.

Police say Kitchener murder victim likely targeted

Irshad Sabriye was found with gunshot wounds on Highway 7/8 early Tuesday morning

EU's new Green Deal slammed as 'half-baked' before launch

Greenpeace have accused the incoming European Commission of Ursula von der Leyen of preparing draft new climate and environmental laws whose measures are "too weak, half-baked or missing altogether".

Bitcoin Price Hits Tipping Point Above $7.6K — Pivotal Weekend Ahead

Bitcoin bulls and bears are set to have a key battle going into the weekend at a critical price level that could set the tone for the rest of the year.

Coleen Rooney puts Wagatha Christie behind her as she gets glammed up for Christmas

Wayne Rooney's wife put on a super glam display as she headed to a showbiz Christmas bash following her spat with Rebekah Vardy

Check Out These Green Friday Deals From Dispensaries In States Where Cannabis Is Legal

Now that marijuana is legal in the majority of US states, whether for medical or recreational use, cannabis dispensaries are getting in on the “Black Friday” madness by having sales on ...

Eagle-eyed Aldi shoppers spot 'worst deal of Black Friday' - and it's laughable

The deal, courtesy of Aldi, has sparked plenty of raised eyebrows from shoppers

SSS withdraws access tags from Osinbajo's 'sacked' aides

The State Security Service (SSS) has withdrawn access tags from about 35 aides of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo who were affected by the controversial dismissal earlier this month, PREMIUM TIMES has learnt.

General Election seats to watch: North-east England

A political sea-change might be about to happen in this corner of the country.

General Election TV debates: Which leaders have done what?

The PA news agency has a look at the TV election debate drama with less than two weeks until polling day.

Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Foreign affairs

eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant: "There is a global rethink going on about how to civilise the internet, and Inman Grant is a worldwide pioneer.” Plus: Joe Hockey and Andrew Hastie.

Best of luck to pinoy athletes

HOUSE Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez wished the Filipino athletes and coaches competing in the 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) the best of luck.

Aston Villa boss Smith says job is ‘everything he wanted’

The boyhood Villa fan joined the club in October last year.

Brexit Britain’s big talk on space fails to fly

European aerospace firms get in work contracts as much as their governments fund the European Space Agency, but the UK lags behind.

Why there'll be no morning-after regrets when Sydney eases lockout laws

Sydney in 2019 is a very different place from Sydney in 2014.

Nine Britons arrested as website selling hacking tool taken offline

A website selling the tool for just under £20 was pulled from the internet.

'New home test can detect aggressive prostate cancer'

A new test can detect signs of prostate cancer using urine samples collected at home, according to a study which could predict whether patients will require treatment for the disease up to five years earlier than current methods.

One dies, many injured as car ploughs into Harare flea market

One person died, four are feared dead among them minors while 10 others were seriously injured after they were hit by a

Get 50% off a Christmas Tree Fir Black Friday

If you haven't bought your Christmas tree yet – and presumably you haven't because it's still November FFS – you can grab a bargain for Black Friday.

Scientists Are Confused Whether This 18,000-Year-Old Frozen Animal is Dog or Wolf

This 18000-years-old dog is so perfectly preserved that his body hair, fur, eyelashes, nose are in good condition- it looks like he is so fresh.

AI can increase people's wellbeing but potential dangers remain

A delegation of members of the European Economic and Social Committee visited three Finnish technological hubs to assess the potential benefits and dangers of artificial intelligence for our society.

Romain Saiss suspended as Wolves welcome Sheffield United

Saiss is banned for Wolves' clash with the Blades on Sunday.

Bank of Ghana introduces higher 100 and 200 cedis denomination banknotes

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‘It was a ‘collision’ that became one big family’

NCPA’s theatre head, Bruce Guthrie on maximising the potential of the cultural institution, working in India and tapping into local talent

Goa students to get lessons in harmony, road safety

Under the scheme, schools and colleges will have to establish civic clubs to promote harmony and spirit of brotherhood, especially among students, transcending religious, linguistic and regional or sectional diversities, Rao said.

EVE MUIRHEAD: Plenty of scope to improve after Euro silver

We were obviously gutted to lose out on gold at the European Championships on the last stone in the final.

Aston Villa boss Smith says job is ‘everything he wanted’

The boyhood Villa fan joined the club in October last year.

Trump visits troops in Afghanistan, says Taliban talks back on

On a brief visit to Bagram Airfield outside the capital Kabul, Trump served turkey dinner to soldiers, posed for photographs and delivered a speech after meeting...

The Acer Chromebook Spin 11 is down to just $219 ($110 off)

Chromebooks come in all different kinds of sizes and forms, but if you prefer one that's small and convertible, the Acer Spin 11 might just be the one for

Wary of China, Germany plans rapid state intervention to protect key industries

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany set out plans on Friday to create a government committee to step in quickly to protect companies against foreign takeovers, a sign of concern about China and others acquiring its technology.

Ringgit ends slightly lower against US dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — The ringgit ended slightly lower against the US dollar today in line the decline in global crude oil prices which affected the local note’s valuation, said a dealer. At 6pm, the ringgit settled at 4.1750/1780 against the greenback compared with yesterday’s close of...

Top cleric warns of chaos amid worsening crisis in Iraq

Forty protesters were shot dead by security forces in Baghdad and the southern cities of Najaf and Nasiriya on Thursday.

MG Motor India ties up with Umicore for recycling end-of-life ZS EV batteries

The electric SUV will be unveiled on December 5 with a launch sometime in January

The 16 best new hotels in Europe that every traveler should visit, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Sleeper magazine, a hotel-design publication in the UK, has announced the winners of its third annual Ahead Europe Awards.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Save £130 on an absurdly powerful 11GB RTX 2080 Ti

You want ray tracing? It'll do ray tracing, and more (but it can't make you a cup of coffee).

Statistics Canada reports pace of economic growth slowed in third quarter

Statistics Canada says the pace of economic growth in Canada slowed in the third quarter.

Publisher says he's hearing interest in nonprofit turn

NEW YORK (AP) - The publisher of the nation's first daily newspaper to be granted nonprofit status says he's since heard from a "few dozen" lawyers and news executives curious about whether the Salt Lake Tribune's approach could work elsewhere.

Deal alert: You can fly round-trip Vancouver to Dublin for only $536 CAD right now

While it is one of the most breathtaking places on the planet, a flight from Vancouver to Ireland isn’t always affordable.

Arsenal official expected at another club on Saturday – Gunners looking for information on players

Managerial issues are the biggest topic around Arsenal right now, but that doesn’t mean everything else around the club has come to a standstill. There are still transfer windows to prepare for, players to be identified and presented as possibilities to any new manager, and the Gunners are getting on with it. Italian newspaper Il

Guwahati: Army thinks green, lays 1km road from plastic waste

 The plan is to ascertain how durable the road is before replicating the model in other cantonments and military stations across India.

South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial

A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges...

GAIL Gas launches payment options for PNG connections in Mangaluru

GAIL Gas Ltd, which has been authorised to implement City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Dakshina Kannada district, has introduced three payment options for getting domestic PNG (piped natural gas)

Sony 4K smart TV deal on Amazon brings a £700 price cut in true Black Friday fashion

No need to get assaulted in the shops for a good deal, shop the best TV deals from your sofa today

Gold eases over doubts on US-China trade war, faces worst month in 3-years

Investors were uncertain about the fate of a 'phase-one' trade deal between the two economies

Lukoil: Solid Q3 Results Ensure High Yields

Lukoil performed better than expected in Q3 2019.I expect Lukoil to generate strong FCF in the medium term.Lukoil is one of the best quality stocks in the Russian stock market.

Freddie Ljungberg's reign as Arsenal's interim manager could end in February

Freddie Ljungberg's reign as Arsenal's interim manager could come to an end in the next 12 weeks due to him not currently having Pro Licence certificate.

Despite growth in govt expenditure, GDP slowdown continues

The economic activities which registered growth of over 4.3 per cent in Q2 of 2019/20 over Q2 of 2018/19 are 'Trade, Hotels, Transport, Communication and Services related to Broadcasting' 'Financial, Real Estate and Professional Services' and 'Public Administration, Defence and other services'

The Tesla Cybertruck Is Right At Home In GoldenEye 007 On The Nintendo 64

Elon Musk’s Tesla Cybertruck is clearly inspired by sci-fi retro-futuresque designs usually featured in 80s pop culture - but to gamers, it nostalgically reminded them of low polygonal vehicle models found in video games from

Surrey RCMP looking for missing 70-year-old man

Police say Arpad “R.P.” Sator was last seen at 4 p.m. on Nov. 28 in the 15100-block of Highway 10

HCL Foundation invests more than Rs 160 crore in community projects in UP

UP accounts for 2/3rd of the Foundation's activity spend

Ex-Bank Executive Linked to Trump Loans Commits Suicide

Thomas Bowers, who is said to have approved some of the financial services company's loans to President Donald Trump, has committed suicide.

Black Friday 2019: The best deals online at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and more stores, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Black Friday 2019 is here. Save yourself time and enjoy those Thanksgiving leftovers by shopping our researched list of the best deals in real-time.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Scottish meat doesn’t cost the Earth

Find out why Scotland’s weather and landscape is perfect for cattle and sheep.

Time to have ‘the talk’ with your health insurer?

It's not you, it's them. A romance always starts out hot. But the honeymoon stage doesn’t last forever, particularly when it comes to you and your health

Pollution watchdog to review existing guidelines on idol immersion: Govt

Some of the states like Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Kerala have issued directions in accordance with the CPCB guidelines banning non-eco friendly material in making idols

Halting of UK orders likely the end for GM developed Opel Mokka X

The Mokka X is expected to feature the same drivetrain options, meaning the inclusion of both petrol and diesel engines together with the aforementioned electric motor

Jealous lover stab rival to death in Bayelsa

A jealous boyfriend on Tuesday reportedly stabbed a rival to death over a woman at a community in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital.

Cholera outbreak: Ogun death toll now five

Daud Olatunji, Abeokuta The death toll as a result of a cholera outbreak in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, has risen to five and it includes a four-month-old baby and 33-year-old pregnant woman. ...

Ford SA slapped with R35 million fine for Kuga debacle

Consumers will now be compensated for damages they may have suffered following the 2017 recalls of Ford Kuga 1.6 EcoBoost.This emerged at the National Consumer Commission's media briefing on the outcomes of its investigation into the matter in Pretoria on Friday.Ford made headlines in 2017 afte

Twitter CEO does not use Google search engine for privacy reasons

Twitter CEO does not use Google search engine for privacy reasons. He uses DuckDuckGo's, a search engine that gives priority to the privacy of the user.

'I don't think Australia wants to become a place where we just watch others play sport'

Back in her role in development after a few months as acting head of team performance, Belinda Clark maps the road ahead for grass roots cricket in Australia | ESPNcricinfo.com

No need for ‘us vs them’, Ruto says of BBI debate

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 29 - Deputy President William Ruto has softened his stance on the Building Bridges Initiative report, and called for unity in moving - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Need Something to Ease Your Digestion After Eating? This Gentle Yoga Flow Does Just That

Adriene Mishler brings us a 13-minute yoga flow for digestion perfect for that post-Thanksgiving lull or after any meal where you've overeaten.

Inside the cheapest house on Rightmove in Nottingham right now

The semi-detached property could be bagged for a bargain

These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week

These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week

Top news of the day: GDP growth slips to a six-year low of 4.5%, Pragya Thakur apologies for Godse remarks, moves privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi, and more

The major news headlines of the day, and more.

Aussie Broadband's Black Friday 2019 Deal Is Killer

What's that, Superloop? You had a nice NBN deal? It'd be a shame if someone else were to come in and ... beat it.

Students invent ‘smart’ dustbin to identify, collect trash

This prototype of the 'smart dustbin' has been developed by students of the first semester who are now working towards adding a more features like a built-in camera, a mechanical hand/holder, and additional sensors.

Taco Bell accelerates rollout despite Mexican stand-off

Fast-food giant Collins Foods will open its first Victorian Taco Bell restaurants in Hawthorn and South Yarra.

Panes, Tab Reordering Added to Windows Terminal App

Windows Terminal panes and tab reordering are two new features the open source command line tool picks up in its latest release, Windows Terminal 0.7.

AI and modest wear: Ria Miranda celebrates 10-year fashion career

Fashion designer Ria Miranda celebrates her decade-long tenure in the Indonesian modest wear fashion industry with an exhibition highlighting her milestone achievements and her collaboration with Microsoft’s artificial intelligence (AI) system Rinna.

Kate Middleton Completed Top Secret Work Experience at a London Hospital

Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton recently underwent two days of work experience at a busy London hospital, and the whole thing was kept a secret.

Missing person - Panmure

Have you seen Viliami Tiseli?

Sudan adopts law to dissolve Bashir party, ‘dismantle’ regime

Khartoum, Sudan | AFP | Sudan’s new authorities have ordered that the party of ousted autocrat Omar al-Bashir be dissolved and his regime “dismantled”, heeding the call of protesters whose campaign led to the leader’s overthrow. Bashir and his Islamist National Congress Party (NCP) had ruled the northeast African country since 1989 before a nationwide …

Grab yourself a PS4 and FIFA 20 with this great Sony Xperia 5 contract

Vodafone has unveiled a great deal that will let you bag the Sony Xperia 5 along with a PlayStation 4 and a copy of FIFA 20. Here's the offer...

How Exactly Is Kombucha Made?

Kombucha is purported to have various health benefits but what proof is there for these claims?

Grant believes United’s youngsters will be stronger for Astana disappointment

The line-up against Astana was the youngest the club have ever put out for a European match.

Johnson pitches 'buy British' and new state aid rules after Brexit

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday pledged to use Brexit to introduce new state aid rules, change state purchasing policies and reform farming so that pubic bodies aim to “buy British” goods.

Global startups further expand Turkish software exports

Many global startups based in Turkey and operating in sectors as varied as cybersecurity, gaming, entertainment, health and financial technology, are making a marked contribution to the country's exports and the nurturing of well-trained human resources

Academic Conference: World Symposium on Investment Research

It is an annual event taking place on the first Sunday and Monday of May in some financial centers around the globe.

Jazz xlr8 Launches Xperience Hub – A Cutting Edge Usability Testing Facility

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital communications company, has set up a state-of-the-art usability testing lab called ‘Jazz xlr8 Xperience Hub’ (Xperience Hub) at the National Incubation Center (NIC) in Islamabad. The first of its kind facility is a testament to the fact that Jazz always has its 60 million+ customers as its focus. The lab allows for in-depth usability studies and marketing communications testing to enhance the customer experience of products & services. “As digital leaders, we do more than just run a viable business. This lab is proof of Jazz’s customer-first agenda and fulfills our promise of providing ease to our 60 million+ customers,” said Aamir Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer at Jazz, after inaugurating the Xperience Hub at the NIC. The Xperience Hub will serve as a center of excellence for testing customer-facing digital platforms using global techniques and will also act as a key facility provided to Jazz xlr8 startups under the company’s group-wide “Make Your Mark”…

Will Smith is cashing in on Fresh Prince with Bel Air Athletics collection

Will Smith has launched his latest Bel-Air Athletics collection which features limited edition pieces.

Solskjaer hopes 'world-class' Pogba could be ready for Spurs clash

Paul Pogba is nearly back to fitness and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hopes to see him back in early December.

Centum Group half-year profit quadruples

The income was realised mainly as a result of net gains on disposal of three companies.

John McAreavey speaks out about Michaela's death as he fears they will never get justice

"It's important that the truth is told"

5 Best Black Friday Laptop Deals At Walmart

It is time for Black Friday 2019, and laptops will be a hot commodity this year. Numerous outlets have been touting their sales heading into the huge shopping day. Those consumers anxious for laptop ...

Codemasters acquires Project CARS developer Slightly Mad Studios for $30m

Before getting into the official announcements from Codemasters and Slightly Mad Studios, let's take a brief drive through the latter's history.

Joselyn Dumas descends on Mmebusem; says his actions are blasphemy at the highest level

Ghanaian entertainer Mmebusem, regularly known as “Ghana Jesus” has come under intense criticism by religious folks taking into consideration his comical philosophy – mimicking the works of Jesus Christ. Following his viral video, Veteran Ghanaian gospel musician Cindy Thompson advised the actor to stop using Jesus’ name in vain but Mmebusem clapped back accordingly saying […]

Samsung Galaxy S11 camera could come with a special sensor for night photography

Samsung is working on a 'Bright Night Sensor' which could be headed for the Galaxy S11.

Trump thanks troops on Afghan visit, says Taliban want deal

BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan — President Donald Trump paid a surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan, where he announced the U.S. and the Taliban have been engaged in ongoing peace talks and said he believes the Taliban want a cease-fire.

We are in a virtual free-fall, says Congress on GDP growth slip

The Congress on Friday took a swipe at the BJP government over the GDP growth falling to 4.5 per cent, and said this is the lowest GDP recorded in six years.Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewa

'I made excuses': music industry frets over becoming carbon neutral

Coldplay and Massive Attack have pledged more environmentally sound tours this week – but given the financial and artistic importance of touring, the industry faces tough challenges

Eurozone inflation firms but still below central bank goal

BRUSSELS — Official figures show that inflation across the 19-country eurozone rose in November but remains way below the level that the European Central Bank and its new president, Christine Lagarde, would like it to be.

Arsenal: The 5 big reasons why Unai Emery was fired

Arsenal have fired Unai Emery midway through his second season at the helm. Here are five big reasons why the Gunners pulled the plug on their head coach. ...

Rangers could face full Ibrox stadium closure over fans’ sectarian chants at Feyenoord clash

RANGERS could face having Ibrox closed for their next Europa League match against Young Boys if Uefa take action following reports of sectarian singing against Feyenoord. Gers have already been ord…

Pandora’s Box: Potentially Hazardous Seismic Faults Spotted Off California Coast

Such blindspots don't appear to be a rare occurrence even in over-researched areas, with concerns mounting about how to come up with an early tsunami or earthquake warning system to safeguard densely-populated places.

Gemma Collins gives us all the festive feels as she braves the ice rink again

She recently confirmed her Dancing On Ice return.

YouTube Celebrates Afrobeats With Teni, Simi, Reekado Banks And Kizz Daniel

Popular online video community, YouTube on Tuesday celebrated Afrobeats with the announcement of four fast-rising Nigerian artists selected to receive

Best Black Friday Automotive Deals

How best to work off your large meal? How about clicking around for Black Friday gifts for your loved ones? Here are the best automotive deals.

Bill Peters out as Flames coach after allegations by Akim Aliu

Bill Peters is out as head coach of the Calgary Flames in the wake of allegations made by former player Akim Aliu on social media, Sportsnet has confirmed.

NASA intends to purchase seats on commercial space flights

NASA has confirmed its intention to buy seats on possible private space missions, to support its “low-Earth orbit commercialisation goals”.

Okowa to Revenue Board: Carry out reforms to enhance revenue generation

Delta Governor, Senator (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa, has charged the state’s Board of Internal Revenue to carry out reforms that would enhance revenuet.

6,000 notices issued for harbouring mosquito breeding sites

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Christopher Tufton, says some 6,000 notices have been served on persons for failing to destroy mosquito breeding sites on their properties. Tufton made the disclosure during a press briefing held at the Ministry...

Arsenal appoints Ljungberg as interim manager

Arsenal Football Club on Friday announced the appointment of former Arsene Wenger 'Invincible' team Freddie Ljungberg as interim manager after sacking coach Unai Emery.

Enhance the Internal Storage on your PC with Solid State Drives

Deals | Enhance the Internal Storage on your PC with Solid State Drives

WWE Rumors: Real reason behind EC3's absence revealed

This is just unfortunate.

Missing Irish dad feared murdered by Colombian drug cartel

It is feared that James Hillis, from Forth Mountain, in County Wexford has been murdered by a drug cartel in South America. Hillis, the father of young children, traveled to Columbia, from his own in Tenerife, Spain, on his Irish passport in October 2019. He has not been heard of in a month...

India’s Fiscal Deficit In October At 102.4% Of 2019-20 Target

The gap between the government’s revenue and expenditure rose to Rs 7.20 lakh crore as of October.

Mega Millions jackpot now up to $243 million in Friday night's drawing

Lottery players will have a chance to win nearly a quarter billion dollars in a Florida Lottery drawing Friday night.

Manchester United Officials Visit Kolkata; Possibility of a Friendly Next Year

If things fall in place, football fans in India could be in for a treat next year as plans are underway to bring English Premier League giants Manchester United to Kolkata.

Iraq’s top cleric warns against chaos and worsening crisis

Forty protesters were shot dead by security forces in Baghdad and the southern cities of Najaf and Nasiriya on Thursday, one day after the burning of an Iranian consulate.

FG’s 10 million jobs target achievable — Fashola

The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Raji Fashola, has said the ministry would play a vital role in helping the administration to...

On the road with Jeremy Corbyn – a photo essay

As the Labour leader fights his second general election, Guardian photographer Sean Smith joins the campaign trail

Possible disruption of water supply on Castletown Road next week - Talk of the Town

Homeowners and businesses on the Castletown Road and surrounding areas may suffer disruption to their water supply next week. This is due to mains repair works due to be carried out between 8am and 6pm daily from Monday December 2nd to Friday December 6th. A traffic management plan will be in place for the duration...Read More→

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Gauhati University, Recruitment for Guest Faculty Commerce

Applications in plain paper accompanied by a CV are invited from the candidates having M.Com Degree with the specializations as mentioned Gauhati University

Best Black Friday TV Deals – Huge 4K TV price cuts now live

Whether you're after an affordable telly or a proper HDR 4K set-up, we've got you covered with today's best Black Friday TV bangers.

National high school body orders pitch limits for first time

High school games played at the spiritual home of Japanese baseball will get a new look in 2020 after the organizer of the prestigious national championshi

Judge: 'Daft' that gardaí spent €280 to mop up prisoner's urine

A judge has described as 'daft' gardaí paying specialist cleaners €280 to clean up a mess caused by a man in custody when he urinated on a cell door and floor at Ennis Garda Station.

My life in sex: ‘I’ve met someone who isn’t threatened by other partners in my life’

The happy divorcee