Holiday sites see rise in demand for Maldives, Mexico and Sri Lanka
Demand for travel to 'red list' countries such as the Maldives, Mexico and Sri Lanka is surging amid hopes they could be among the next destinations downgraded in the UK Government's next travel shake-up. Expedia said today that Mexico is the most popular red list country when comparing this month with September 2020, with a rise in interest of 70 per cent. We also saw an interest increase of 30 per cent for the Maldives and 20 per cent for Sri Lanka. Those returning from red list countries will still have to undergo a hotel quarantine at a cost of £2,285. Cape Verde, Egypt, the Maldives and Turkey are among the holiday destinations currently on the red list.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 09:56 UTC
Realme GT Neo2's display detailed ahead of unveiling
Today, the company took to Weibo to tell us more about the GT Neo2's screen. Realme says the GT Neo2 will sport an E4 display with a peak brightness of 1,300 nits and 15% reduced power consumption compared to Realme GT 5G's screen. Realme GT Neo2's screen featuresAdditionally, the panel will support DC dimming and 10,240-level brightness adjustment. The company also gave us a look at the GT Neo2's Black Mint variant featuring a rear panel covered with AG Glass and having a satin finish. Realme GT Neo2 Black Mint versionThe rest of the GT Neo2's expected specs include Android 11, 6GB/8GB/12GB RAM, 128GB/256GB/512GB storage, 16MP selfie camera, and an in-display fingerprint scanner.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 09:11 UTC
Oppo shows off new ColorOS 12 following OnePlus merger
Oppo has announced ColorOS 12, the latest version of its Android-based operating system. The update will come to OnePlus phones as well as Oppo’s own phones in China, where OnePlus has used ColorOS since early this year. ColorOS 12 doesn’t look hugely different to 11, but it makes more use of contrasting colors and white space, with lower information density across many screens. ColorOS 12 is based on Android 12 and adopts its upgraded privacy tools, like adding a notification in the status bar when apps activate the camera or microphone. Overall, Oppo says that more than 110 models of phone and 150 million users worldwide will be able to upgrade to ColorOS 12.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 09:00 UTC
Benefits of Getting Your Brand Featured in an Online Magazine
Benefits of getting Featured your Brand in an Online Magazine. Since in this platform there are many users who read the digital magazine on a daily basis. ⓶ Reaches faster in publishing and distributing sectorThe digital magazine helps to reach the audience in a lesser period of time. ⓸ Digital magazines don’t kill the original versionSome people don’t know that their digital magazine and original magazine are made at the same place. But it won’t be happening in the digital magazine since there is no certain limit for all digital magazines.
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September 17, 2021 08:26 UTC
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LingQ Review: Look What We Got [2021]!
With the right course, you can polish your language learning skills and master a new language in a matter of weeks. This is significantly beneficial as it allows the student to have their own path where do not get overwhelmed with LingQ lessons. Going through the LingQ review, you will see that it is quite diverse when talking about the vast variety of paid language learning programs. LingQ 101, step-by-step instruction to using the LingQ Reader, is included in the app version. Let’s also take a look at these other language learning options.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 06:56 UTC
Quarantine curfew extended until Oct. 01
The quarantine curfew currently in effect across the island has been extended until 4.00 a.m. on October 01 (Friday), the President’s Spokesman said. This was also confirmed by Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, who tweeted that ‘conditional lockdown’ will continue until October 01. However, government essential services impacting the economy will be allowed to function, the minister said, adding that conditions are to be notified soon. He urged the public to adhere to the health regulations and to use this time to get vaccinated. However, government essential services impacting the economy will be allowed to function.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 06:45 UTC
BIA not under threat, Defence Secretary assures
Sri Lanka’s Secretary of Defence says there is no need for the public to panic over the ‘fake email’ received by the country’s airport authorities regarding a security threat. The defence and law enforcement agencies are continuing their duties in the same vein without letting anyone disrupt the lasting peace,” the Ministry of Defence said. This comes after several media reports circulated yesterday (16) detailed that an email was received via the official BIA website, threatening an attack on the airport. Speaking to The Morning yesterday, Airport Duty Manager Ruwan Priyadarshana confirmed that despite this, operations at BIA continue to function as normal. “We have received the same information, operations are continuing as usual but security has been tightened,” he stated.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 06:33 UTC
SJB to file FR before SC over Cabraal’s Governor appointment
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has stated that it intends to file a Fundamental Rights (FR) petition before the Supreme Court (SC) over the appointment of Ajith Nivard Cabraal as the Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). A forensic audit report was made through this Commission, the report raised various concerns regarding these frauds and irregularities and even laid down several recommendations to be followed,” he said. “He has failed to answer these concerns raised by the forensic audit report. So far, no person has been punished based on this forensic audit report. In conclusion, he also stated that Cabraal’s appointment will create a negative impact on the country when international monetary transactions take place.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 06:11 UTC
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Pimsleur vs Michel Thomas: Exact Facts – Unbelievable Outcomes [2021]!
Pimsleur vs Michel ThomasImage from Tim Mossholder on UnsplashThe internet is filled with tons of language learning apps and platforms. However, 2 of them stand out because their teaching approach has made them popular- Pimsleur and Michel Thomas. At Pimsleur, you’ll get access to advanced material to help you become conversational as well as fluent in formal contexts. I find both Michel Thomas and Pimsleur insufficient in terms of language learning. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ABOUT MICHEL THOMASConclusionLearning languages from either Michel Thomas or Pimsleur is difficult.
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September 17, 2021 06:00 UTC
Police to probe threats to teachers engaged in online teaching
Sri Lanka Police says that if any teachers who are engaging in ‘online teaching’ are being threatened by certain individuals or groups to refrain from conducting online classes, they can complain directly to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) with regard to such threats. In a media release, the Police Headquarters said that the teachers who are receiving such threats or facing acts of intimidation for conducting ‘online teaching’ can also submit their complaints to the ‘119’ emergency police hotline service or the nearest police station. Minister of Public Security Sarath Weerasekara has instructed the IGP and the DIG in charge of the CID to promptly, accurately and strictly enforce the law regarding such complaints.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 05:03 UTC
Grenade at hospital: Suspect being interrogated
COLOMBO (News 1st): Police say that the youth arrested in connection with the discovery of a hand grenade at a private hospital in Narahenpita is currently being detained and interrogated. Police Media Spokesman SSP Nihal Thalduwa stated that the arrested 26-year-old suspect has been identified as a resident of Uppuveli, Trincomalee. Preliminary investigations have revealed that the suspect, who is a resident of the same area, had removed the safety clip of the hand grenade and attached it to a mosquito coil. Police stated that the suspect had taken the bomb to the hospital with the intention of tipping off authorities in order to receive a reward.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 04:52 UTC
A licensed firearm is not licensed to kill: NPP
The Lawyers of National People’s Power (NPP) held a press conference yesterday (16) where Lawyer Upul Kumarapperuma stated that just because the firearm of Former State Minister of Prisons and Prisoners’ Rehabilitation Lohan Ratwatte was licensed, it does not mean that it is licensed to “kill”. This statement was said further to allegations against Ratwatte which detailed that he had misbehaved at the Anuradhapura Prison Complex last Sunday, where many had condemned the actions of the former minister. Kumarapperuma questioned the security at the Prison Complex as in the last few months security protocols were beefed up and items such as wallets, purses and belts were all removed for inspection prior to entering the Prison. Whereas, when the former Minister had entered the Prison intoxicated with a firearm, suggesting that none of these protocols were followed and the behaviour was tolerated by the Prison guards. According to Kumarapperuma, from the entrance itself, Ratwatte had committed a crime by not following the security protocols along with a list of other offences.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 03:56 UTC
EU team to visit Sri Lanka to discuss GSP+, says Foreign Secretary
COLOMBO (News 1st): Foreign Secretary Admiral Jayanath Colambage says that an EU delegation will visit Sri Lanka on the 27th of September in order to discuss the GSP+ facility. The Foreign Secretary further stated that the delegation is due to meet representatives of several Ministries and conduct working sessions with the representatives of the relevant Ministries. Speaking to the media today (16), the Foreign Secretary acknowledged that the GSP+ facility is focused around the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), however it is best for anyone to visit the country and see instead of making decisions about a Nation while being on an entirely different continent. Commenting on the recent amendments to be made to the PTA, the Foreign Secretary said that a Ministerial Sub-Committee and an Expert Committee have already been appointed to explore the PTA in detail, and make recommendations for the amendment of the relevant act. “We are not scared, we have nothing to hide, we can ask for the EU delegation to come visit” the Foreign Secretary added.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 02:15 UTC
Action against those threatening teachers to stop online teaching
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Police said action will be taken on complaints that are made on the basis of threatening or obstructing the duties of public officers. Issuing a statement, Sri Lanka Police on Friday (17) said if any person threatens teachers to refrain from teaching using via online methods, a complaint can be filed directly with the Criminal Investigations Department or by calling 119 or by visiting the nearest Police Station. Minister of Public Security Rear Admiral (Retired) Dr. Sarath Weerasekera has instructed the IGP and the DIG in charge of the CID to enforce strict action with respect to those complaints.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 01:52 UTC
BRIAN VINER reviews Everybody's Talking About Jamie
Everybody's Talking About Jamie (12A, 115 mins)Rating:Verdict: Energetic but flimsyGunpowder Milkshake (15, 114 mins)Rating:Verdict: Borderline offensiveA BBC documentary ten years ago, with the arresting title Jamie: Drag Queen At 16, inspired an effervescent West End musical which in turn has now inspired a film. But if you have, as I have (and loved it), I think you'll find the film a frustrating experience. Jamie (newcomer Max Harwood) is 16, living in Sheffield with his adoring single mum (Sarah Lancashire), but craving the approval of his estranged dad (Ralph Ineson). But if you have, as I have (and loved it), I think you'll find the film a frustrating experienceAt his comprehensive school, everyone knows he's gay. Still, I enjoyed an archived interview with Lord Cobbold, Knebworth's owner, who clearly didn't know his Oasis from his Elbow.
Source:The Nation
September 17, 2021 01:07 UTC