Truth seekers to fact check claims leading into 2020 Queensland council elections. A new body funded by the state's local government association will fact check political snipes and campaign materials at the 2020 Queensland council elections. Celine Dion Tops the Chart for the First Time in 17 Years. The singers first English-language album since 2013 sold well, while a very busy Taylor Swift saw a surge in activity. Queen Elizabeth I translated Roman historian Tacitus's work from Latin to English in her spare time. The manuscript, preserved in the Lambeth Palace library is a Latin-to-English translation of Annales — a history by Tacitus of the Roman Empire from the reign of Tiberius to Nero, AD 14-68. North Korea Touts New Resort, Seeking to Blunt U.N. Sanctions. Tourism is one of the few remaining sources of hard currency for Kim Jong-uns government. He has embarked on a push for more foreign visitors. Cybertruck won't be fit for purpose (even if Tesla fixes the windows). Cybertruck's 'shatterproof' windows and Etch-A-Sketched shape might have stolen the headlines, but it's the electric pick-up's stainless steel body that's most ridiculous. Moment police are confronted by man with fake AK47. The police were called to the home of Scott Symmonds, 31, in Swindon, Wiltshire in August and came across of scene of disarray as they entered the property through the back door. Cornish accent dying out because so many rich outsiders are moving to the area. The accent, which sees the 'r' sound after a vowel extended, is said to be the basis for how Americans speak after the Pilgrim Fathers set off from the West Country. Pictured TV drama Poldark. 'Rise of Skywalker' actor John Boyega 'I left the script under my bed'. British actor John Boyega said on Wednesday that he left his copy of the closely-guarded script for the new «Star Wars» movie under his bed, and that it ended up for sale on eBay. Maryland politician apologizes over threat to sue local paper. A Maryland politician who said he would sue a newspaper if it printed his name, Kirby Delauter, has apologized after his threat garnered national attention, the targeted newspaper reported on Thursday. Hurricane Sandy Michael Bloomberg and Andrew Cuomo blame hurricane on climate change. Since New York City's foundation in the early 17th century, the lower tip of Manhattan has been at the heart of metropolitan life — despite its vulnerability to flooding from the harbour. Two possible links between global warming and the damage wrought by Sandy are the raised sea levels which make it easier for the coast to flood, and warm air in the Atlantic Ocean increasing the fierceness of the storm. 168 million people worldwide will need emergency aid of some kind in 2020. The UN says that emergency assistance including food, shelter and healthcare will hit new levels in 2020. It estimates a 'record' 168 million people worldwide will need some form of aid.

A violent explosion in a distant galaxy breaks the record for the brightest light ever seen. The burst likely came from a massive supernova explosion. The study was led by a team in Western Australia but involved an international effort with hundreds of scientists studying the data.

Marine A Alexander Blackman tells how he Is the Big East all Catholic schools What division is UCF in football now back hunting for work. Marine A Sergeant Alexander Blackman, who was released from prison in 2017, appeared on ITV on Wednesday, where he said he was looking for work following his manslaughter charge. Oregon governor plans minimum wage hike. The minimum wage in Portland could increase to $15.52 an hour, and $13.50 an hour in the rest of the state, according to a plan unveiled by Oregon Governor, Kate Brown. Jillian Kitchen reports. BBC accused of 'cut-and-paste' Christmas Day TV line-up. The BBC has unveiled the line-up for Christmas Day 2019 on BBC One. But license fee payers have been left highly unimpressed, flocking to Twitter to slam it. Teaching Resilience in the Face of Climate Change. Federally funded programs use games, gardens and rain barrels to empower adults and kids facing threats like sea-level rise, drought and flooding. Australian tourist stabbed six times and robbed in Uluwatu Bali. Roser Pie Leal, 40, had been holidaying in Uluwatu with friends beforeArjuna Wiranata, 25, allegedly attacked her with a machete on November 21. The French Fries Are Doing Just Fine. After a weak harvest for many potato farmers in the United States and Canada, there were concerns about shortages of the fast food staple. But supplies arent likely to run out anytime soon. Ardelyx drug reduces elevated phosphate levels, late-stage study shows. Ardelyx Inc's experimental drug has shown promise in a late-stage study as a standalone therapy to reduce elevated blood phosphate levels in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), the drugmaker said on Tuesday. Shes Mrs. Rogers. But Joanne Rogers Has Always Been Her Own Person. Fred Rogerss widow, at 91, still acts as a spokeswoman for her husbands legacy. But she had a long career as a concert pianist, performing duets around the country and recording two albums. These Are the Best Baking Cookbooks of 2019. A mix of sophisticated flavors and exacting techniques sets these six dessert-focused books apart. U.S. Commander Warns of Iranian Attack in Middle East. A top general said that Americas addition of 14,000 troops in the Persian Gulf since the spring would probably not deter Iran from carrying out a major strike. Atletico Madrid 'face stadium closure' after fans aim 'Griezmann die' chants at their former player. Atletico Madrid are reportedly facing stadium closure due to chants of 'Griezmann die' that were aimed at there former player during defeat by Barcelona this weekend.

How to Rebrand a Country. Colombia, Rwanda and Croatia were seen as dangerous and conflict-ridden. Now they top travel bucket lists. How other countries can follow their lead, in seven steps. Valtteri Bottas to start Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at back of the grid. Lewis Hamilton's team-mate, Bottas, will have a new engine for the season-finale on Sunday after an oil leak brought an early end to his race in Brazil last time out. Godfrey Gao, Mortal Instruments Actor, Dies While Filming TV Show. When the 35-year-old performer and model collapsed with an apparent heart attack during filming for a strenuous, stunt-filled series, it set off a wave of anger on Chinese social media. 'The Two Popes' adds up to less than the sum of its parts. What was the original name of the Philadelphia Eagles Is Jake Fromm playing would it be like to listen in on a discussion between Pope Benedict XVI and his successor, Pope Francis? «The Two Pope» answers that tantalizing question — with Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Pryce in the key roles — and somehow adds up to less than the sum of its parts.

Teen is BANNED from TikTok after sharing video criticizing China's Muslim concentration camps. New Jersey teenager Feroza Aziz, 17, was banned from the Chinese-owned app TikTok on Monday, two days after she shared a video criticizing China for the Uyghur crisis. Newsreader makes history by becoming the first journalist to front a broadcast! with a face tattoo. A female journalist (pictured) has marked history by becoming the first person to present the news with a face tattoo.

What you need to know about the Lifetime Isa as the Help to Buy account closes. The Help to Buy Isa is being phased out at the end of this week, meaning from 30 November those after free government money towards their first home will have to open a Lifetime Isa instead. Dont serve romaine lettuce on Thanksgiving, CDC advises. An E. coli outbreak tied to has spread to 19 states, and the Centers for Disease Control is telling people to avoid serving it completely on Thanksgiving. NBCs Stephanie Gosk reports for TODAY. 1 in 2 Indians paid a bribe at least once in the past year, survey finds. At least one in every two people in India have paid a bribe in the past year, according to a new national corruption report, which branded the practice «part and parcel of daily life.». Conor McGregor reveals he broke his foot just THREE weeks before losing to Khabib Nurmagomedov. The 30-year-old made his return to the octagon in Las Vegas on October 6 but Khabib forced him into a fourth-round submission. Now McGregor has said on Twitter that he sustained an injury. Garth Brooks sings Kelly Clarkson to tears. Garth Brooks made Kelly Clarkson feel his love and more when he covered Bob Dylan's «To Make You Feel My Love» on her talk show Monday. Exclusive TikTok parent tries to wall off app amid U.S. probe — sources. ByteDance has stepped up efforts to separate its social media app TikTok from much of its Chinese operations, amid a U.S. national security panel's inquiry into the safety of the personal data it handles, people familiar with the matter said. Zachary Goelman reports. Hasbrouck Heights, N.J. Small-Town Amenities Close to the City. In this Bergen County borough, the shopping district has a wholesome vibe and everyone seems to know everyone. But Times Square is only 12 miles away. Achieving Transcendence on the Millionth Frozen Viewing. Once a father took his aversion to Frozen and, yes, let it go, he realized that beyond the branded backpacks and Anna and Elsa matching sock sets, the movie is an ingeniously crafted tale. For Some Cord Cutters, Streaming Super Bowl Was a Nonstarter. Users complained that a CBS Sports app cut out while they were trying to watch the big game. Does Race Matter? Who Gets to Ask That Question? Readers respond to recent issues of the Sunday Book Review. Spain seizes 'narco sub' carrying more than 3 tons of cocaine. Authorities in the Spanish region of Galicia seized a semi-submersible submarine carrying more than 3,000 kilograms (6,614 pounds) of cocaine on Sunday. In Scotland, Brexit Is on the Line. So Is the Future of the U.K. The Scots could decide the outcome of Britains election next month, the future of Brexit and maybe even the survival of the United Kingdom. More Accusations Emerge Against Flames Coach Bill Peters. After Hurricanes Coach Rod BrindAmour confirmed reports that Peters had punched and kicked players, Peters apologized for having directed racial slurs at a player 10 years ago.