Piers Morgan quits Twitter saying he’s ‘gone absolutely bonkers’ and is ‘done with 2020’

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Hong Kong's leader has said she would not impose a mainland China-style hard lockdown as the city faces its worst coronavirus wave to date, even as she vowed no switch to living with Covid-19.

Beijing Winter Olympics on Tuesday, his second medal of the 2022 Games.Parrot won the gold in the slopestyle event last week. So far, it is Canada’s only gold of these Games.The 27-year-old Quebec native fell in his first of three runs, but recovered on his second jump by landing a huge cab 1800 to earn a score of 94 — the second highest overall for that run.He then scored a respectable 76.25 with a 1620 in his third and final run, his top two scores combining to claim second place.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The head of Sri Lanka’s Catholic Church His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith on Tuesday (15) called on the masses to respond at the appropriate time to the attempts being made to suppress the truth through intimidation.“If Shehan Malaka did not go live on social media, the country would have never known that he was being forcefully taken away by a group in a white van. He had the courage to reveal this to the country,” said His Eminence.He slammed the police over its conduct in arresting people adding that Sri Lanka Police must be present in uniform when making an arrest and must use a police jeep for such purpose.“Police officers must read the charges against any accused when making an arrest,” he said adding that the Shehan Malaka was not arrested, but abducted in broad daylight.His Eminence Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith termed such conduct as uncivilized and immoral, which is not suitable for a democratic community.The Archbishop of Colombo also took a blow at the present Attorney General, noting that he is a public servant and NOT a political stooge.He said the Attorney General who is expected to enforce the recommendations of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry that probed the 2019 Easter Sunday Attacks, is making attempts to arrest those who are calling for justice over the Terror Attacks.“I request the people to understand the conspiratorial conduct of the government.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Minister granted approval on Monday (14) to provide 15 kg of wheat flour per month at a concessionary rate to 115,867 beneficiary families working in the estate sector.According to the Department of Government Information approval was granted to the Finance Minister’s proposal ‘Implementation of proposals to minimize economic constraints confronted by the public’, on the 18th of January 2022.A committee led by the Trade Minister had thereafter issued a recommendation considering the resolution for wheat flour relief for estate worker families, and thus the recommendations were approved.

Thousands of nurses in Australia's most populous state walked off the job for the first time in nearly a decade to begin a 24-hour strike after talks with the government to plug staff shortages and secure a pay rise failed.

After a long and disruptive blockade against COVID mandates was cleared, the Ambassador Bridge border crossing in Windsor, Ontario, is open to travel, despite a heavily police presence. As Mike Drolet reports, a small group of protesters remain.

The current COVID-19 restrictions are set to expire this week and the province is expected to announce an easing of restrictions Tuesday. Many are wondering what our lives will look like over the next few weeks and months, especially those working in the affected industries.

freedom convoy” protesters who have disrupted the nation’s capital.Brad Howland, president of Easy-Kleen Pressure Systems Ltd., confirmed the donation, the largest from within Canada, following a hack of crowdfunding platform GiveSendGo.Howland declined to speak to Global News but said in a statement he had travelled to Ottawa to witness the “beautiful, legal, peaceful protest that overwhelmed us with emotion.”“We are thankful to be blessed enough to support their efforts to do what they have to do in a peaceful way until the government removes the mandates to restore all our freedom as pre-COVID,” he said.Protest organizers have secured millions in pledges from donors on GiveSendGo, the U.S.-based Christian crowdfunding platform that is hosting the fundraising campaign.

Trudeau invokes Emergencies Act for 1st time to aid convoy blockade response Kenney referenced the Critical Infrastructure Defence Act, legislation that allows law enforcement to arrest and fine anyone impeding what is deemed critical economic infrastructure, including railways and highways.He said the legislation gives the province sanctions “that are quite similar to the court injunction obtained by Ontario” to break up a blockade on the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor, Ont., over the weekend.Kenney said he is concerned invoking the Emergencies Act could have the potential to make things worse at the Coutts blockade.“I think at this point, for the federal government to reach in over top of us, without offering anything in particular, would frankly be unhelpful,” Kenney said.“I think we need to find ways to effectively enforce without escalating the situation.” RCMP arrest 13 people, seize weapons and ammunition near Coutts border blockade Kenney’s comments come after several arrests were made and more than a dozen long guns, handguns, ammunition and body armour were seized at the blockade. The premier described the group as a “militant cell” and said it’s why there has been “a relatively light touch on enforcement.”It’s the first time the Emergencies Act has been enacted in Canada, which Trudeau said would have a time and geographic limitation to areas impacted by the blockades and where law enforcement deems the expanded powers are needed.According to Trudeau, the expanded powers will give police more tools for enforcement and allow the RCMP to enforce municipal bylaws and provincial offences where it’s necessary.“The potential for violent acts I think remains.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Minister on Monday (14) granted approval to prepare a road map and strategic plan to make Sri Lanka a Carbon-Net Zero country by 2050.The Department of Government Information in a statement said that ” If a country is to reach a carbon-Net zero, it must primarily reduce its emissions of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere and increase its carbon dioxide-absorbing ecosystems.”According to the statement, the Cabinet had identified the need to develop the road map and strategic plan to achieve the goal of making Sri Lanka Carbon-Net Zero.Accordingly, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the proposal presented by the Minister of Environment to design a road map that is revised every 05 years after reviewing the progress and to formulate a five-year strategic plan, and appoint a committee of experts to do so.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers had extensively discussed the need to integrate non-motorized modes of transport, especially cycling, into the national transport system.“The use of non-motorized transport has a positive effect on reducing air pollution as well as on health, air quality, environment, climate change, and personal finances,” said the Department of Government Information on Tuesday (15).Therefore, it has been identified that non-motor systems should be integrated with existing transport systems to maximize economic and environmental benefits, it added.Accordingly, taking into consideration the submissions made by the Minister of Environment, the relevant Ministries and Institutions agreed to take the following steps under a joint approach.– Marking of bicycle lanes suitable for existing roads and upgrading of existing pedestrian lanes– Steps to include bicycle and pedestrian lanes for future roads– Taking necessary measures to encourage the use of bicycles for the staff of government offices– Providing necessary facilities for office cyclists including parking and access.

Lockdowns were tough for most musicians – but for one Scot, they provided the opportunity of a lifetime.

WEST CHESTER, Pa. - A Chester County judge granted an injunction against Tower Health on Monday which breathed new life into the potential sale of two recently shuttered hospitals.Texas-based Canyon Atlantic sought to buy Brandywine and Jennersville hospitals last year, but Tower Health officials said the deal fell through, and both hospitals closed in Dec. and Jan. The closure raised concerns among residents and county officials alike that Chester County Hospital would have a hard time managing the influx of new patients. "This is a huge void now, and it’s going to create some serious challenges for patients that would normally be 10 minutes away are going to have to go 30 minutes away, it’s going to put a lot of pressure on EMS," Former Director of Pastoral Care at Brandywine Hospital Reverend Garry Fowler said. Chester County Hospital vouched for a modular emergency room in its parking lot to add additional beds, a move that was unanimously supported by the West Goshen Township Board of Supervisors.Tower Health closed Brandywine Hospital on Monday night, leaving the Chester County community concerned about the availability of healthcare.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Janette Manrara, 37, had planned to spend time with her family in Miami over the festive period, but due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and travel restrictions, she is no longer able to go.

Piers Morgan’s son Spencer revealed he “escaped” a cancelled Christmas by fleeing London over the weekend.The 27 year old son of Good Morning Britain journalist Piers, 55, revealed on Twitter that he made his way to the family’s home in Sussex, which is currently at Tier 2, after Boris Johnson announced a new Tier 4 restrictions over London. Boris’ new rules mean that Londoners, and some in the south east, are forbidden from mixing households, even over Christmas, which is a u-turn on his promise he would not cancel Christmas.

Piers Morgan has credited a tough 2020 with cementing his and Susanna Reid 's friendship both on- and off-screen. The Good Morning Britain host has had his say on the difficult year, which has seen the two of them take on politicians and other tough subjects.

Amber Gill has defended her trip to Dubai after she was targeted by angry fans over her pre-Christmas break.

PIERS Morgan gushed over "brutally honest" relationship with Susanna Reid and said they've "got each other's backs". The presenter, 55, says the pair have stuck together during the "very difficult shows" throughout the pandemic.

Piers Morgan wants Good Morning Britain’s new Christmas Day show to be up there with the Queen’s speech as a festive fixture.

direct to your inboxBoris Johnson has suggested things will be very different from Easter 2021.The Prime Minister held a Downing Street press conference on Monday alongside Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, and Sir Patrick Vallance, the UK government's Chief Scientific Adviser. It is the second time he has addressed the public in a matter of days, having announced on Saturday new Tier 4 coronavirus restrictions for London and the South East and a change to the Christmas bubble arrangements.

direct to your inboxBoris Johnson has said wants schools to reopen as normal in January - but hasn't ruled out them remaining closed after Christmas saying it was dependent on the spread of the virus.Speaking at a press conference on Monday the Prime Minister said the measures were being kept 'under constant review'.Asked if the emergence of the new coronavirus mutation meant he could 'really guarantee schools will be back on the start dates they now have?' Mr Johnson replied: "We want, if we possibly can, to get schools back in a staggered way at the beginning of January in the way that we have set out."But the common sense thing to do is to follow the path of the epidemic and to keep things under constant review."But it is very, very

Christmas Eve in a bid to tackle loneliness. The sweet campaign is asking the nation to create a 'wave of bells across the world' to spread festive cheer amid tough lockdown restrcitions.The idea came from Mary Beggs-Reid, from Harrogate, North Yorkshire, to "end 2020 with a bit of magic, hope and togetherness" in her hometown.

Amber Gill has set the record straight after fans assumed she booked a last-minute trip to Dubai as Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the Tier Four restrictions in the UK. The Love Island winner, 21, has said her work trip to Dubai was pre-planned and revealed she now fears she may not be able to return home for Christmas.

tonnes of fish.Johnson said Brexit would be a gift because of all the opportunities for fishing outside the EU.But with ports shut and the industry now in turmoil, Sturgeon had a more personal idea in response.Asked for suggestions at her daily briefing today, Sturgeon replied: "I'm probably not one to talk, but a hairbrush maybe."Sturgeon added: "That's meant as a light hearted comment, not as a serious comment and I'm definitely not one to talk, as you can see."I actually signed him a Christmas card over the weekend so there you go there is a Christmas card winging its way from me to Boris Johnson."We will wait and see if there's one winging its way in the opposite direction.

Good Morning Britain host Adil Ray, who is covering for Piers Morgan, explained a loophole in the Tier system that means people do not have to be lonely at Christmas.

Rita Ora has found herself the punchline of a viral joke on Twitter after Boris Johnson's Tier 4 announcement.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine The Strictly Come Dancing final was just what the nation needed following a disappointing announcement from Prime Minister Boris Johnson regarding more COVID-19 restrictions.

Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds will join up to half a million people volunteering to "give someone a bell" in a bid to tackle loneliness at Christmas.

Boris Johnson plunged millions into lockdown-style Tier 4 restrictions ahead of Christmas.

'Covidiot' after he didn't wear a mask while in the back of a taxi. The TV star was recently rumbled after dining at swanky Harry's Bar in Mayfair, London.

This Morning host could not stop herself from responding after seeing his tweet about not social distancing.The 63-year-old asked the actor "what do you know about this virus that scientists don’t?" in a heated post in view of her 78,000 followers.She went on to respond to a number of fans also angered by his message to his own 261,000 users.His post came as Prime Minister Boris Johnson updated the UK on the plan for Christmas in light of the coronavirus pandemic.It saw many told to stay at home and not see loved ones if living in certain areas, as the festive relaxtion of the rules was reduced to just Christmas Day.However, Laurence, 42, claimed the country's "freedom is on the line".He tweeted: "Take off your masks.

Piers Morgan admitted he is a 'Covidiot' for not wearing a mask while catching a taxi home after a posh dinner with his wife Celia Walden.

Piers Morgan sparked rumours he's quit Twitter until the new year in an update last night.The Good Morning Britain host cited a number of issues, before claiming: "I'm done!"The 55-year-old was inundated with comments after telling his 7.7 million followers: "See you in 2021."It came after the Government yesterday "canned" Christmas, issuing new rules for those in the UK.Piers also refernced Arsenal football team, Brexit and Donald Trump in the message, liked more than 23,000 times.The father-of-four is a regular user of Twitter, posting daily, including while hosting ITV's GMB.He tweeted: "A new mutant covid is on the rampage, Arsenal keep losing, the dreadful reality of Brexit is looming, Trump’s still chucking his toys out of the pram,

Piers Morgan has quit Twitter till the end of the year as he's "done with 2020" hours after Boris Johnson announced tier 4 lockdown. The presenter tweeted to his 7.7 million followers that "everyone's" absolutely bonkers.His comments came after the Prime Minister announced Christmas is cancelled, banning millions from seeing their families this year.Piers tweeted: "A new mutant covid is on the rampage, Arsenal keep losing, the dreadful reality of Brexit is looming, Trump’s still chucking his toys out of the pram, Christmas is canned, and everyone on Twitter’s gone absolutely bonkers - including me.

Christmas Day to catch families flouting tough new Tier 4 lockdown rules – just hours after the new measures were announced. Metropolitan Police Federation boss Ken Marsh has described the new measures – which see people banned from travelling in or out of Tier 4 regions, shops forced to close, and the public ordered to work from home – as “baffling”.

Piers Morgan has hinted that he's quit Twitter for the rest of the year.

Boris Johnson held emergency talks with his Cabinet on Saturday as the government’s scientific advisors said a new variant of the coronavirus was accelerating the spread of infections.England’s chief medical officer, Chris Whitty, said that based on preliminary modelling data and rapidly rising incidence rates in the south of England, a government virus advisory group thinks the new strain can spread more quickly.There is no current evidence to suggest the new strain is more deadly or that it affects vaccines and treatments, he added.

direct to your inboxThere are fears a new variant of coronavirus may be speeding up the spread of Covid-19, particularly in south east England.Health Secretary Matt Hancock said there is nothing to suggest this new strain is more likely to cause serious disease.Boris Johnson was reported to have held an unscheduled meeting of ministers on Friday amid “growing concern” about the threat posed by the mutant strain – which is spreading fastest in South East England.Professor Sir Mark Walport – a member of the Government’s Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage) – said there was a real possibility that it could have a “transmission advantage”.“What happens with viruses is they do naturally mutate all the time and the ones that are

Bolton on Friday morning - a day after millions across the region learned they would remain under Tier 3 restrictions over Christmas. Making the announcement yesterday, Health Secretary Matt Hancock called on people living in Tier 3 areas to 'pull together' to get out of the measures.

Piers Morgan has told fans he's going to be getting the Covid vaccine as soon as he's allowed.

THE Chase's Bradley Walsh broke coronavirus rules like Piers Morgan as he goes maskless in a taxi after a boozy bash. The presenter, 60, looked a bit worse for wear as he left Elstree Studios, where ITV record most of their shows.

PIERS Morgan has revealed seven members of his family have battled coronavirus, days after he admitted he was a "covidiot" and had flouted lockdown rules. The Good Morning Britain presenter shared the news on social media after columnist Allison Pearson had said "hardly anyone" she asked knew someone who'd had coronavirus.

LORD Alan Sugar has revealed his sadness as his brother dies from coronavirus. The 73-year-old Apprentice star paid tribute to Derek as he shared a picture of his sibling with fans.

Lorraine Kelly branded Piers Morgan a "clown" in a cheeky dig during an appearance on Monday's Good Morning Britain.

Piers Morgan was quick to apologise on Monday’s Good Morning Britain, after getting caught breaking a certain coronavirus rule over the weekend. Photos emerged of Piers and his wife Celia Walden seated inside the back of a cab, taken by the paparazzi.While Celia, 45, had her face covered in a patterned mask, Piers, 55, forgot to put his on, breaking the guidelines in preventing the spread of Covid.Piers apologised for the misstep, but it didn't stop his colleagues from seizing the opportunity to have a go at him.