Fairly heavy rains in four provinces several other areas
Fairly heavy showers above 75 mm can take place at some places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Sea areas:Showers or thundershowers will occur in the sea areas extending from Puttalam to Galle via Colombo. Winds will be south-westerly and wind speed will be (40-50) kmph in the sea areas around the island. It may increase up to 60 kmph at times in the other sea areas around the island. The sea areas extending from Galle to Pottuvil via Matara and Hambantota and in the sea areas extending from Puttalam to Kankesanturai via Mannar can be very rough at times.
Source:The Nation
July 24, 2021 01:30 UTC
Nokia 1.3 is now receiving its Android 11 update
Nokia's most barebones phone, the 1.3, hasn't been forgotten update-wise, although the long-forgotten promise of Android One phones receiving new major versions of the OS in a timely fashion is still hilarious in hindsight. That's because this Android One device is only now getting updated to Android 11, a version that's almost one year old. The update is going out in stages, and the first stage includes all of the units that were sold in Australia. The next wave includes all the other countries and territories where the Nokia 1.3 was available, but HMD Global isn't saying just when to expect that next wave to hit. Over in Australia, it's going to be a quick one, by tomorrow - July 24 - the rollout should be 100% complete.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 23:48 UTC
Report: Apple iPhone 13 to support 25W wired charging
The latest rumor pertaining to the iPhone 13 series is regarding the phones’ charging speeds. A report from MyDrivers cites “foreign media” who apparently learned through supply chain partners that Apple might be increasing the battery charging speeds of some iPhone 13 models to a peak current of 25W. Apple’s iPhone 12 lineup supports maximum charging current of 20W and even is Apple does increase the charge capacity to 25W, the charge time may not improve drastically. Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max with its included charging cableA new charger means that users with a next-gen iPhone wanting to take advantage of higher charging speeds will have to buy a new charger since Apple no longer includes a charging adapter in the box. On the note of charging speeds, previous reports suggest that the iPhone 13 may also feature faster wireless charging, which currently maxes out at 15W using a MagSafe charger.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 21:22 UTC
Tokyo 2020 Women’s Soccer: US, Great Britain favourites to win gold
Great Britain played the opener against Chile which they won by 2-0. 1-ranked U.S. women’s national soccer team lost their opening game, they were tipped to be the team to beat in the seventh women’s Olympic soccer tournament since 1996. FormatThe Americans’ main challengers for the 2021 gold medal will be Brazil and Netherlands who are ranked seven and four respectively. The host nation Japan, Great Britain, and Sweden, who are all ranked inside the top ten, will also fight for a place in the podium. The women’s soccer tournament starts with a group phase that divides the 12 teams into three groups (E, F, G).
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July 23, 2021 21:11 UTC
EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Peter Phillips' ex-wife Autumn finds love with property tycoon Donal Mulryan
She’s no longer married to the Queen’s eldest grandchild, and now it seems Autumn Phillips has swapped royalty for riches. I hear the ex-wife of Peter Phillips is enjoying a passionate romance with super-wealthy Irish property tycoon Donal Mulryan. Their relationship is, however, complicated by the inconvenient fact that Donal, 52, is still married to his socialite wife, Louise Mulryan. A close friend of Autumn confirms the relationship, telling me: ‘Autumn and Donal have been friends for more than 15 years. Montreal-born Autumn Kelly was a management consultant when she met Phillips at the 2003 Canadian Grand Prix.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 21:11 UTC
Biogen accused of over-marketing controversial new Alzheimer's drug Aduhelm
Biogen is once again under fire for its controversial new Alzheimer's drug Aduhelm, but this time because of an ad campaign. The online quiz published by Biogen and Eisai, a Japanese company which is co-promoting the drug, asks questions regarding a person's cognitive health. Doctors at the hospital will be able to prescribe Aduhelm to patients, but they will have to go elsewhere to receive the drug. It was previously recommended to all Alzheimer's patients. A survey of neurologists by Spherix Global Insights found that neurologists only believe the drug is adequate for use in one-in-seven Alzheimer's patients.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 19:02 UTC
Inalienable Human Rights You Need To Know
2021 Jul 23As most children are taught, there are certain human rights you are entitled to when you’re born. At the international level, the widely-invoked 1948 United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights meant that certain human rights would be defined and enacted by written laws and rules, and declared by a sovereign body. Put simply, inalienable rights are inherent to your dignity as a human being. Educating yourself on your inalienable rights, which are the entitlements of being human, can be an incredibly empowering process. It is important to remember that while your inalienable rights can be denied and violated, they can never be taken away.
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July 23, 2021 16:52 UTC
New constitution for SLC necessary to revamp country s cricket - Wettimuny
Sri Lankan cricket great Sidath Wettimuny insists that a new constitution is the only way to bring about the much-required revival of Sri Lanka Cricket. The former SLC administrator pointed out that the country’s club cricket system as well as the archaic cricket board voting system, which lasted over the past two decades, are the reasons for the current plight in the sport. Wettimuny pointed out that anyone who wishes to be an elected member of the cricket board under the current system have to pander to the requirements of the clubs, and that there are clubs that do not play cricket but are entitled to two votes each. Speaking further, Wettimuny underscored that the intervention of the Sports Minister is imperative in order for the required changes in the sport to see the light of day. He explained that the minister has the power to make the necessary calls to make these changes as Sri Lanka’s cricket is under the purview of the Sports Ministry.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 16:30 UTC
Seven fully-vaccinated Stanford students test positive for coronavirus
At least seven fully-vaccinated students at Stanford University have tested positive for coronavirus. They said all of the cases were confirmed in the last week and all seven students were symptomatic. Stanford is among nearly 600 universities and colleges nationwide that have required students and faculty to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before coming back to campus this fall. At least seven fully-vaccinated students at Stanford University have tested positive for coronavirus, school officials announced Thursday. She said that while attending BYUH was her dream, the risks associated with the coronavirus vaccine do not outweigh the reward.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 15:56 UTC
German athletes debut unitards as they condemn 'sexualisation in gymnastics'
German gymnasts are breaking with convention at the Tokyo Olympics by debuting unitards as they condemn sexualisation of their sport. The posting of the image comes just days after Norway's women's beach handball team was fined after the players refused to wear bikini bottoms in a match, instead competing in non-regulation shorts. The DTB's statement came after German athletes - including Voss and Bui - wore unitards at the European Artistic Gymnastics Championships. On Monday, Norway's women's beach handball team was fined after the players refused to wear bikini bottoms in a match. Male players wear shorts.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 14:37 UTC
How to Start Dating Again If You're Unvaccinated
A portion of those unvaccinated people is still interested in dating and if you’re part of it, we have some tips for how to do this ethically. Know that vaccination status will be a dealbreaker for someLast month, dating app Bumble released its latest research on COVID-era trends among surveyed users. If you’re going into the scene unvaccinated, you’re adding an issue to the already lengthy list of problems daters are encountering out there. Vaccination status as a deal-breaker isn’t that novel, but it’s a certainty you just have to prepare for. If you’re still unvaccinated after months of free access, it’s not a stretch to say you are likely actively refusing the vaccine.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 14:37 UTC
Italians will need Covid 'green passes' to access some venues, government confirms
By Chris Jewers For Mailonline and Associated PressPublished: 08:39 EDT, 23 July 2021 | Updated: 10:44 EDT, 23 July 2021Italians will need Covid 'green passes' showing proof of vaccination or negative tests to access various venues, the government has confirmed. With daily COVID-19 cases sharply rising again, the passes will give access to gyms, museums, movie theaters, the inside of restaurants and other venues. Premier Mario Draghi's government approved a decree on Thursday ordering the use of the so-called 'green' passes starting on August 6. Pictured: A woman shows Italy's Covid-19 Green Pass (file photo). Some have protested against the use of the green pass, with people taking to the streets of Turin on Thursday night to protest its use.
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July 23, 2021 13:30 UTC
Sri Lanka s COVID death toll crosses 4,000
July 23, 2021 07:01 pmSri Lanka’s COVID-19 death toll surpassed the grim milestone of 4,000 today (July 23) with 43 more victims confirmed by the Director-General of Health Services. According to official data, new fatalities have moved the total to 4,002. Data released by the Department of Government Information showed that the latest victims confirmed today include 26 males and 17 females. Among the victims are 08 people aged between 30-59 years and 35 others aged 60 and above.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 13:30 UTC
61 people infected with Delta COVID variant detected so far in Sri Lanka
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan authorities claim that the number of people infected with the Delta COVID variant increased to 61, based on samples obtained thus far. At the same time, Health Promotion Bureau Director Dr. Ranjith Batuwanthudawa on Friday (23) said that the infectivity of the COVID Delta Variant is very high adding that Sri Lanka already has the identification kits for Delta variant detection in the country. He urged the people to continue to strictly follow the health guidelines in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, especially the Delta COVID variant.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 13:01 UTC
Sri Lanka detects 23 new cases of Delta variant
July 23, 2021 05:57 pmSri Lanka has identified 23 new positive cases of ‘Delta’ coronavirus variant, says the Head of National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO). This brings the total number of infections of Delta variant of concern found on the island to 61, Army Commander General Shavendra Silva stated further. According to reports, the new cases have been detected in Colombo, Dambulla, Vavuniya, Maullaitivu, Kilinochchi and Negombo areas.
Source:The Nation
July 23, 2021 12:56 UTC