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Trump Skips Pandemic Session At G-20 Summit, Heads To Golf Club
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Judge bars Trump appointee from interfering in Voice of America
Read MoreUS media agency head is accused of trying to turn the state-funded news organisation into a propaganda outlet for Trump.US media agency head is accused of trying to turn the state-funded news organisation into a propaganda outlet for Trump.
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US election: Michigan Republicans seek to delay vote certification
Read MoreThe Republican Party requests a two-week adjournment in Michigan, citing unsubstantiated fraud claims.The Republican Party requests a two-week adjournment in Michigan, citing unsubstantiated fraud claims.
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Trump skips G20 pandemic event to visit golf club as virus ravages US
Read More 198,500 new US cases reported in 24-hour period as president skips event focused on ‘coordinated response’ to Covid Donald Trump skipped the G20 summit’s “Pandemic Preparedness” event to visit one of his golf clubs on the same day that a record 198,500 new Covid-19 infections were reported in a 24-hour period in the…
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WATCH clashes break out in Germany after rally against Covid-19 lockdown canceled last minute
Read More Coronavirus skeptics and counter-protesters clashed with each other and police after a rally against the lockdown in the German city of Leipzig was called off by the organizers shortly after it was scheduled to begin. Leipzig has been one of the centers of the anti-lockdown movement in Germany in recent weeks. On November…
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Serbia: Thousands mourn Patriarch Irinej amid Covid concerns
Read MoreWorshippers pay their respects to the head of the Serbian Orthodox Church, who died with Covid-19.Worshippers pay their respects to the head of the Serbian Orthodox Church, who died with Covid-19.
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Boy, 7, is rescued 52 days after being kidnapped by suspected paedophile in Russia
Read More Russian special forces found him after US police tipoff from the dark web Russian special forces found him after US police tipoff from the dark web
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‘Travel Bubble’ Between Hong Kong And Singapore Is Delayed Amid COVID-19 Spike
Read More The arrangement, originally slated to begin Sunday, would have provided some travelers the ability to bypass a 14-day quarantine period. But new cases in Hong Kong have put the plan on hold. (Image credit: Kin Cheung/AP) The arrangement, originally slated to begin Sunday, would have provided some travelers the ability to bypass a…
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Frenchman sentenced to 25 years in prison for killing his wife
Read More Jonathann Daval confessed to beating and strangling his wife after first reporting her missing A French court sentenced Jonathann Daval to 25 years in prison on Saturday for killing his wife and then burning her body, in a case that shocked the country. The 36-year-old Frenchman was impassive as the verdict was read…
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Pompeii excavation unearths well-preserved bodies of two men
Read MoreArchaeologists have discovered the bodies of two men who died during so-called second pyroclastic flow, after the initial eruption of Mount Vesuvius.Archaeologists have discovered the bodies of two men who died during so-called second pyroclastic flow, after the initial eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
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Sudan boycotts talks over controversial mega-dam in Ethiopia
Read More Ethiopia’s downstream neighbours fear the structure could reduce Nile water supplies Ethiopia’s downstream neighbours fear the structure could reduce Nile water supplies
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UK, Canada agree to post-Brexit rollover trade deal
Read MoreThe countries say they will work on a more comprehensive agreement next year after Britain completes its EU departure.The countries say they will work on a more comprehensive agreement next year after Britain completes its EU departure.
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Nigeria slips into recession blamed on COVID-19 and oil prices
Read MoreThe country’s economy shrinks two quarters in a row amid contraction in its oil sector.The country’s economy shrinks two quarters in a row amid contraction in its oil sector.
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Kabul Battered By Rockets Ahead Of Pompeo’s Planned Talks With Taliban
Read More The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attacks, which killed at least eight in the Afghan capital and came on a day when Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was to discuss Afghan peace talks. (Image credit: Wakil Kohsar/AFP via Getty Images) The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attacks, which killed at least…
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Long lines form at coronavirus testing centres ahead of expected Thanksgiving travel rush, despite advice to stay home
Read More Lack of national coordination for testing means vast tapestry of differing requirements and advice nationwide Lack of national coordination for testing means vast tapestry of differing requirements and advice nationwide
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The Boris Johnson relaunch – cartoon
Read More Where is Dominic Cummings when his former master needs him? •You can buy your own copy of this cartoon Continue reading…Where is Dominic Cummings when his former master needs him?•You can buy your own copy of this cartoon Continue reading…
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Turkey reports record daily number of new COVID-19 patients
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At Least 8 Killed in Kabul Mortar Shell Attack Ahead of Mike Pompeo’s Meeting With Taliban
Read More KABUL, Afghanistan — About 23 mortar shells slammed into different parts of the Afghan capital on Saturday, killing at least eight people and wounding 31 others, an official said. The shells were fired from two cars, Interior Ministry spokesperson Tariq Arian said. No one took immediate responsibility for the early morning attack that…
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At Least 8 Killed in Kabul Mortar Shell Attack Ahead of Mike Pompeo’s Meeting With Taliban
Read More KABUL, Afghanistan — About 23 mortar shells slammed into different parts of the Afghan capital on Saturday, killing at least eight people and wounding 31 others, an official said. The shells were fired from two cars, Interior Ministry spokesperson Tariq Arian said. No one took immediate responsibility for the early morning attack that…
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Wagatha Christie: A uniquely British feud
Read MoreIt’s a drama involving two footballers’ wives and an apparent Instagram sting worthy of the CIA.It’s a drama involving two footballers’ wives and an apparent Instagram sting worthy of the CIA.
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Erdogan calls on EU for dialogue, says Turkey’s future in Europe
Read MoreErdogan’s message comes as EU leaders consider imposing further sanctions on Turkey over Eastern Mediterranean dispute.Erdogan’s message comes as EU leaders consider imposing further sanctions on Turkey over Eastern Mediterranean dispute.
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CEO Over VOA Acted Unconstitutionally In Pursuing Bias Claims, U.S. Judge Rules
Read More A federal judge ordered the CEO over the Voice of America to stop investigating its journalists for anti-Trump bias, saying he caused “self-censorship and the chilling of First Amendment expression.” (Image credit: Alex Wong/Getty Images) A federal judge ordered the CEO over the Voice of America to stop investigating its journalists for anti-Trump…
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California Enacts Curfew as COVID-19 Cases Spike
Read More LOS ANGELES — California enacts a nighttime curfew Saturday as spiking coronavirus cases threaten to swamp health care systems and the state’s largest county warned that an even more drastic lockdown could be imminent. The newest restrictions require people not on essential errands to stay home from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. through…
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Novelist Martin Amis on “Inside Story”
Read MoreWriter Martin Amis has never been at a loss for words, in person or on the page. The British novelist, who moved to America 10 years ago, has written books that have enthralled, provoked and chastised over the past five decades. He talked with “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Jeff Glor about his latest…
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Andrew Cuomo to receive International Emmy for daily coronavirus briefings
Read More Some have criticised the Academy’s recognition as failing to recognise problems in the states handling of the pandemic Some have criticised the Academy’s recognition as failing to recognise problems in the states handling of the pandemic
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Five killed in police chase after mass prison break in Lebanon
Read MorePolice said so far 15 inmates have been rearrested and four of the escaped prisoners handed themselves over.Police said so far 15 inmates have been rearrested and four of the escaped prisoners handed themselves over.
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Passenger ferry Viking Grace runs aground off Finland
Read MoreThe Viking Grace was carrying about 400 people when it hit rocks off the Finnish Aland islands.The Viking Grace was carrying about 400 people when it hit rocks off the Finnish Aland islands.
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Refugee advocates urge Biden to ‘rebuild’ US asylum system
Read MoreThe Biden administration must address curbs to the US asylum system that worsened under Trump, refugee groups say.The Biden administration must address curbs to the US asylum system that worsened under Trump, refugee groups say.
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Donald Trump Jr says he will pass time in Covid isolation by cleaning his guns
Read More President’s eldest son, who tested positive for coronavirus, made remark in Instagram video Donald Trump Jr, the president’s son who has tested positive for the coronavirus, has said he will pass the time in isolation battling with the virus by cleaning his collection of guns. Trump Jr is now the fourth member of…
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Commander seeks to get embattled Fort Hood ‘back on track’
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69 inmates flee in massive prison break in Lebanon, 5 killed as their car hits tree during chase
Read More A largescale manhunt is underway in Lebanon as dozens of inmates managed to escape from a prison facility. Some of the fugitives have already been captured or surrendered, while five died after crashing a stolen car into a tree. A total of 69 people managed to break open their cells and flee a…
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G-20 summit opens with Saudi urging united response to virus
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Italian town offers free vacations
Read MoreThe remote Italian village of San Giovanni in Galdo, population 500, is putting the village on the tourist map, rewarding visitors with free lodging just for going there. Correspondent Chris Livesay reports.The remote Italian village of San Giovanni in Galdo, population 500, is putting the village on the tourist map, rewarding visitors with free…
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Kenyan online cartel is luring girls to orgies, police warn
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Kenyan online cartel is luring girls to orgies, police warn
Read MorePolice say they have rescued teenage girls being targeted online during the coronavirus lockdown.Police say they have rescued teenage girls being targeted online during the coronavirus lockdown.