Woman dead in earth embankment collapse in Ankumbura
COLOMBO (News 1st); The Disaster Management Center states that a 56- year old woman died and two others were injured when an earth embankment collapsed in Ankumbura. Its Assistant Director, Pradeep Kodippili stated that 10 families have been affected by the Kotiyagala Oya overflow in the Moneragala District due to extreme weather conditions as well. Furthermore, the Meteorological Department warns that there could be more than 75 mm of rain in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva Provinces and in some places in the Galle and Matara Districts as well. The Department stated that showers or thundershowers will occur in many parts of the island during the evening today (27).
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November 27, 2021 10:05 UTC
WHO declares new variant of concern as ‘OMICRON’
(News 1st); The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a new COVID-19 variant to be “of concern” and had named it ‘OMICRON’. The WHO said it had a large number of mutations, and early evidence suggested an increased reinfection risk. It was first reported to the WHO from South Africa on 24th November, and has also been identified in Botswana, Belgium, Hong Kong and Israel. Travelers from South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho and Eswatini will not be able to enter the UK unless they are UK or Irish nationals, or UK residents. US officials said flights from South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Mozambique and Malawi would be blocked, with effect on Monday.
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November 27, 2021 06:53 UTC
Samsung Galaxy A13 4G production allegedly starts in India
This phone will come in two versions - the Galaxy A13 and A13 5G. The Galaxy A13 4G is also said to have a glossy, entirely plastic build, which is no surprise really at its projected entry-level price point. Samsung Galaxy A13 5G leaked rendersThe phone will have a 3.5mm headphone jack on the bottom, next to the USB-C port and speaker grille. Allegedly, production of the A13 4G has already started in India at the Greater Noida factory, which means launch is fast approaching. The Galaxy A13 5G will be priced at around $250, and the A13 4G should definitely be cheaper than that.
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November 27, 2021 05:47 UTC
ShopBack will pay customers cash to shop on its website
ShopBack partners with more than 2,000 different brands across the country including The Iconic, Myer, Rebel Sport, P.E Nation, Woolworths and GHD who pay the unique website a commission for sending customers their way. Then a portion of that commission is shared with the ShopBack shoppers, meaning you save money while you spend it on labels you would purchase garments and produce from anyway. UnderArmour, Canningvale, Boohooman, Patpat, Jo Mercer, Lovehoney, Sportscraft and Revolution Beauty are just some of the stores that will be offering up to 20 per cent cash back. The Black Friday and Cyber Monday weekend has become the biggest online sale event in the world as retailers try to capture customers' interests with early Christmas spending. Australians are expected to spend $5.4billion this weekend, according to the Australian Retailers Association, so it pays for each of the major retailers to get involved.
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November 26, 2021 14:08 UTC
Prez attends memorial service of his late father D A Rajapaksa
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa attended the memorial service held in commemoration of his father (late) D A Rajapaksa which was held yesterday (25) at Temple Trees. Chamal Rajapaksa, Hon. Rajapaksa Memorial Educational, Cultural andSocial Services Foundation, invited Senior Lecturer Mahendra Gunawardena to deliver the Commemorative Lecture. “We can clearly see that Fifth Executive President Mahinda Rajapaksa, Current President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Mr. Chamal Rajapaksa and Mr. Also, in attendance at the event was Mr. Gamini Senarath- Secretary to the Prime Minister, Mr. Harsha Wijewardena-Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister, Mr. Kingsley Ranawaka-Chairman of the Ceylon Transport Board (SLTB) and Mr. G.L.W.
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November 26, 2021 11:11 UTC
Black Friday Deals in Sri Lanka 2021: The Only Guide You Need!
Website: https://www.singersl.com/Phone: 0115 400 400Softlogic Black Friday – Starting: TodaySoftlogic is known for some great deals for this time of year. Website: https://www.dialog.lk/dialog-black-fridayPhone:0777 087 917Idealz Black Friday Sale – Starting: TodayFor even more smartphone deals, stay tuned to Idealz’s Black Friday deals. Website: futureworld.com.lkPhone: 0112 590 361Everything elseMakeen Books Black Friday Deals – Starting: TodayBookworms feeling left out? Website: makeenbooks.comBlack Friday Deals at M. D. Gunasena – Starting: TodayHere’s another great Black Friday offer for avid readers! Website: bigdeals.lkDaraz’s Black Friday Mega Deals – Starting: TodayDaraz has always had a great track record for Black Friday deals, and this year is no different.
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November 26, 2021 07:01 UTC
Migrants vow to continue trying to reach UK despite 27 dead in the Channel
Those hoping for a new life in the UK told MailOnline that the fare for a place in an open dinghy had been reduced from 2,500 euros to 2,000 euros. We were in the water for around 15 minutes and people were crying out before a French boat rescued us. He said police have been 'working day and night' since the start of the crisis to stop boats - and have 'never had more' officers patrolling the coast. 'We are not seeing enough action by the French to stop boats leaving these beaches,' the source said. Yesterday, at least 27 migrants died off the coast of Calais in the deadliest ever incident in the Channel.
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November 25, 2021 22:10 UTC
The best streaming device to buy right now
Depending on your wants, there are several good contenders, but the Chromecast with Google TV stands out as the best streaming device for most people. The features and fantastic price of the Chromecast with Google TV make it the best streaming stick for most people. Photo by Chris Welch / The VergeThe best streaming stick for most peopleGoogle has done the best job figuring out what the home screen on a streaming stick should look like. That’s really the long and short of why the Chromecast with Google TV has taken the crown of best streaming player. Roku’s Streaming Stick 4K improves on the Streaming Stick Plus by adding Dolby Vision.
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November 25, 2021 22:10 UTC
Pidilite launches Araldite in Sri Lanka
All Share Price Index went down by 18.54 points and S and P SL20 declined by 0.23 points. which crossed two million shares to the tune of Rs 36.2 million and its shares traded at Rs 17.60 and Kelani Valley Plantations 350,000 shares crossed for Rs 20.3 million and its shares traded at Rs 58. In the retail market top seven companies that mainly contributed to the turnover were, Browns Investments Rs 1.3 billion (106 million shares traded), LOLC Holdings Rs 693 million (746,000 shares traded), Sunshine Holdings Rs 584 million (15.2 million shares traded), Expolanka Holdings Rs 562 million (2.4 million shares traded), Agalawatte Plantations Rs 414 million (8.6 million shares traded), Browns Investments Rs 397 million (1.6 million shares traded) and LOLC Finance Rs 359 million (14.4 million shares traded). Agalawatte Plantations share price appreciated by 24 percent or Rs 9.50. During the day 516 million share volumes changed hands in 54000 share transactions.
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November 25, 2021 13:01 UTC
OnePlus RT and Buds Z2's India launch date revealed
Yesterday a media report claimed that OnePlus will launch the OnePlus RT and Buds Z2 TWS earphones in India in December, which is now corroborated by tipster Max J., who also revealed that both products will make their Indian debut on December 16. The OnePlus Buds Z2 were unveiled in October in China, and the OnePlus RT is said to be the OnePlus 9RT introduced last month, which is currently only available in China. You can read our OnePlus 9RT announcement coverage to know more about it. OnePlus 9RTThe OnePlus Buds Z2, on the other hand, feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and pack an 11mm dynamic driver in each bud. OnePlus Buds Z2The Buds Z2 are advertised to provide up to five hours of playback with ANC enabled and up to seven hours without it.
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November 25, 2021 08:29 UTC
How to find your Gmail spam folder
This is why it pays to check the spam folder on a daily basis. But what if you have no idea where the spam folder is in Gmail? Read more: What to do if your Gmail is not receiving emailsHow to find your Gmail spam folder (Android and iOS) Finding your spam folder in the Gmail app for Android and iOS is very easy. You can empty the spam folder by deleting the lot (or wait 30 days for Gmail to do it for you). Mark O'Neill / Android AuthorityHow to find your Gmail spam folder (desktop) Finding your spam folder on the desktop is virtually the same as on the mobile app.
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November 24, 2021 21:01 UTC
WhatsApp now lets you create your own stickers
Edgar Cervantes / Android AuthorityTL;DR WhatsApp has quietly rolled out the ability to create your own stickers. This seems to be limited to beta users on desktop though. WhatsApp has quietly rolled out the ability to create your own stickers. Serial tipster Mukul Sharma (h/t: 91mobiles) has spotted a button in a beta version of WhatsApp that allows you to create your own stickers. We were subsequently able to confirm that the feature is indeed available for us as well, letting us create stickers from photos on our PC.
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November 24, 2021 09:44 UTC
Govt. MP demands fertiliser subsidy for tea cultivators
By Ifham NizamThe Court of Appeal yesterday took up a public interest litigation pertaining to the allegedly illegal gazette pertaining to 15 illegally captured elephants. The extraordinary gazette was issued on 19 August, 2021, effectively legalizing the commercial use of elephants, private ownership of elephants, low standards of welfare and, most importantly, permitted the registration of the illegally captured elephants. This case was taken up yesterday before Justice Sobhitha Rajakaruna and Justice Dhammika Ganepola, Judges of the Court of Appeal. State Minister of Wildlife Protection Wimalaweera Dissanayake, Director General of Wildlife Conservation Chandana Sooriyabandara, Director General Department of National Zoological Gardens, Officer-in-Charge – Special Investigation No. 01 Criminal Investigation Department, Inspector General of Police C. D. Wickramaratne, Additional Magistrate, S. Prabakaran, Magistrate C. Wickramanayake, and the Attorney General have been cited as respondents.
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November 24, 2021 06:03 UTC
High-speed internet could be coming to Antarctica
On a volcanic rock just off the coast of Antarctica, McMurdo Station is abuzz with scientific research this time of year. But despite its central role in Antarctic research, McMurdo is lacking something most scientists working at 21st-century laboratories take for granted: high-speed internet. McMurdo sits on the only continent that doesn’t have a high-speed fiber optic cable connection to the rest of the world. Earlier this year, the NSF began seriously exploring the possibility of building a fiber optic cable that would travel along the seafloor from Antarctica to neighboring New Zealand or Australia. Although a high-speed internet connection could offer many benefits, some scientists also worry about how such a change will impact the culture in McMurdo Station.
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November 23, 2021 20:02 UTC
Ambassador Cooray presents credentials to Iceland President
The liquor companies sold arrack in 180 ml bottles made of glass or plastic. It has also been found that not even five percent of quarter bottles are collected for recycling. When I attended the Surakimu Ganga project to clean waterways, I saw heaps of empty plastic and glass bottles along the river banks. We commenced a discussion to ban the quarter bottles several months ago. I will resume talks with officials this week and to expedite the process of banning the quarter bottles.
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November 23, 2021 12:50 UTC