John Keells Properties offers financial solutions for prospective homeowners
In an effort to make urban living affordable for potential homeowners, John Keells Properties has entered into strategic collaborations with Commercial Bank, DFCC Bank and HNB to offer ‘Freedom Mortgages’ – attractive home loan schemes for clients keen to invest in John Keells Properties’ upcoming TRI-ZEN residential development in Colombo. TRI-ZEN is a highly anticipated joint venture between Indra Traders (Pvt) Ltd and John Keells Holdings PLC and is scheduled for completion in 2023. TRI-ZEN combines ease, luxury and convenience and makes inner-city living a reality for many,” commented Nayana Mawilmada, Sector Head, John Keells Properties. “The response we have received has been very encouraging,” stated Nadeem Shums, Head of Sales, John Keells Properties. This is a pivotal moment where John Keells Properties along with Sri Lanka’s foremost financial institutions have come together to offer real estate opportunities in the heart of Colombo with financial flexibility and a host of options.”For further information John Keells Properties can be reached on +94702294294 or www.trizen.lkPost Views: 2
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May 25, 2021 11:05 UTC
Hansi Flick is confirmed as Germany head coach
By Harry Slavin For MailonlinePublished: 05:35 EDT, 25 May 2021 | Updated: 05:55 EDT, 25 May 2021Hansi Flick will take over as Germany's national team head coach after Euro 2020, it has been confirmed. Hansi Flick has been confirmed as the next boss of the Germany national team on TuesdayThe 56-year-old was pictured alongside Germany's technical director Oliver Bierhoff as the announcement was made across social media platforms on Tuesday morning. Speaking on his appointment, Flick said: 'Everything happened very quickly, especially signing the contract, but I’m really happy to be the Germany head coach from autumn. The 56-year-old will replace Joachim Low as the national team head coach after Euro 2020'The season has just finished and the last two years at FC Bayern have left their mark on me. Low took Germany to World Cup glory in 2014, as well as three consecutive semi-final appearances at the Euros.
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May 25, 2021 10:02 UTC
Several areas at risk of flooding as adverse weather persists
Significant levels of flooding can be expected in low-lying areas of several rivers, due to the prevailing adverse weather condition in the country, the Department of Irrigation warned today (May 25). According to Meteorology Department’s advisory issued this morning, the cyclone “YAAS” located in east-central Bay of Bengal has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm and the system is very likely to intensify into a more severe cyclonic storm in the coming hours. Thereby, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Western, North-western and Southern provinces may experience heavy rains above 150 mm within the day. With this development, low-lying areas of river basins of Attanagalu Oya, Kelani River, Kalu River, Gin River and Nilwala River are now at risk of major flooding, the Irrigation Department stressed. People living in low-lying areas of the aforementioned rivers in following Divisional Secretariat divisions are urged to be vigilant in this regard:Attanagalu Oya – Divulapitiya, Mirigama, Attanagalla, Gampaha, Ja-Ela, Mahara, Katana, Minuwangoda and WattalaKelani River – Ruwanwella, Dehiowita, Seethawaka, Dompe, Kaduwela, Biyagama, Homagama, Kolonnawa and ColomboKalu River – Pelmadulla, Nivithigala, Ratnapura, Kuruwita, Elapatha, Kiriella, Abegama, Eheliyagoda, Ingiriya, Horana, Kalawana, Palindanuwara, Bulathsinhala, Dodangoda, Millaniya, Kalutara and MadurawelaGin River – Neluwa, Thawalama, Nagoda, Elpitiya, Niyagama, Baddegama, Welipitiya, Divithura, Bope, Poddala, and Galle Four GravetsNilwala River – Kotapola, Pitabeddara, Akuressa, Athuraliya, Malimbada, Kamburupitiya, Thihagoda and Matara
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May 25, 2021 10:02 UTC
Independent review criticises Boris Johnson over burkha comments
Boris Johnson comments about burkhas making women look like 'letterboxes' and 'bank robbers' have given an impression that the Tories are 'insensitive to Muslim communities', an independent review found today. The inquiry into alleged Islamophobia and discrimination in the Conservative Party concluded that anti-Muslim sentiment was seen at local association and individual levels. – Judging by the extent of complaints and findings of misconduct, 'anti-Muslim sentiment remains a problem' within the Conservative Party. In a message to Mr Johnson, Prof Singh said: 'As the leader of the Conservative Party, I would say lead by example and accept our recommendations unequivocally. Within six weeks, the party should review its social media rules and within six months develop training on 'acceptable' behaviour online.
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May 25, 2021 10:02 UTC
Sri Lanka looking for alternatives as sourcing AstraZeneca is an issue
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka is currently facing issues with sourcing the AstraZeneca vaccine, especially from the Serum Institute in India. “We are looking at Sinopharm as the government’s priority is to vaccine more people at the earliest. Sri Lanka still awaiting 600,000 AstraZeneca COVISHIELD doses to be administered as the second dose for Sri Lankans who already received the first jab, he said. Only 300,000 Sri Lankans were given the second dose while almost 01 million Sri Lankans were given the first dose of the vaccine. Joint-Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Udaya Gammanpila told reporters that the Government is in talks with countries that possess excess doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine to meet the 600,000 shortage in Sri Lanka.
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May 25, 2021 09:11 UTC
Do not travel to SL: US State Dept.
May 25, 2021 by Aazam Ameen No CommentsThe U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs yesterday (24) urged American Citizens to refrain from travelling to Sri Lanka due to Covid-19. Accordingly, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Sri Lanka due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country.
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May 25, 2021 09:04 UTC
OPPO takes title of fourth-largest smartphone brand
Adam Molina / Android AuthoritySince the release of their first mobile phone back in 2008, smart device manufacturer OPPO has continuously pushed the bleeding edge of innovation within the smartphone industry. After reporting a 25.5% year-on-year increase in global smartphone shipments this quarter, the company finds itself as the fourth-largest smartphone brand in the world. Robert Triggs / Android AuthorityOPPO Vice President of Overseas Smartphone Business, Scott Zhang, commented: “As a human-centric company, OPPO puts people, including customers, clients and employees at the core of all decisions. The innovative design with bleeding-edge hardware specifications has the phone challenging the best from Samsung and Apple for the title of smartphone champion. Read more: Oppo Find X3 Pro buyer’s guide: Everything you need to know With a Billion Color QHD+ display and curved glass chassis, the Find X3 Pro offers an exceptional design and feel.
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May 25, 2021 09:00 UTC
U.S. State Department advises against travel to Japan, Sri Lanka
The U.S. State Department on Monday urged against travel to Japan and Sri Lanka due to a new wave of COVID-19 infections, saying those two nations will now fall under the department’s “Level 4: Do Not Travel” advisory. “This week, the following Travel Advisories have been assessed and reissued with updates, raised to a Level 4 - Do Not Travel: Japan, Sri Lanka,” the State Department said on Monday. “Because of the current situation in Japan even fully vaccinated travelers may be at risk for getting and spreading Covid-19 variants and should avoid all travel to Japan,” it added. Japan has been witnessing a surge in Covid-19 cases as it reported over seven hundred thousand coronavirus infections till Sunday ahead of the Olympic Games. Meanwhile, in Sri Lanka 2,971 new Covid-19 cases were reported on Monday.
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May 25, 2021 07:18 UTC
Junior National Championships 2021 postponed
COLOMBO (News 1st): The Junior National Championships 2021 has been postponed, taking into account the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic situation in the country. Commenting on the National Championships 2021, the Athletics Association noted that 29 more events are yet to be conducted. Earlier, 09 priority events of the National Championships 2021 were already conducted on Friday (May 21) at the Sugathadasa Stadium. According to the Athletics Association, the remaining 29 events will be conducted in three or four stages. “We will give a minimum of one month’s notice prior to conducting these events so that coaches and athletes can prepare for the competition,” the National Athletics Association of Sri Lanka noted.
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May 25, 2021 07:18 UTC
Chief Bhikkus ask devotees to stay home this Vesak festival
The Chief Prelates have requested the Buddhist community in Sri Lanka to take necessary steps to stay home and act in accordance with the Dharma as much as possible during the Vesak Poya day which falls tomorrow (26). The Chief Prelates point out that due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it has become impossible to celebrate Vesak this year as well as last year. The Most Venerable Wedaruwe Upali Thero, Deputy Leader of the Asgiriya Chapter said, “This time too, we will all strive to enlighten lives by instilling devotion in the hearts and sacrificing principles.”The Most Venerable Dimbulkumbure Wimaladhamma Thero, Deputy Leader of the Malwathu Chapter stated, “Due to the Covid pandemic we are not able to perform the Amisa Pooja and the Prathipaththi Pooja properly. But we have the ability to celebrate the festival at home and spend that precious time at home.”
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May 25, 2021 07:18 UTC
Top 10 Intriguingly Bizarre Facts About Pimps
With no male relatives for protection, the majority of prostitutes were slaves to their pimps, both literally and legally. By 37 A.D., Caligula came to power creating a statute that required pimps to register for both tax and identification purposes. In spite of a major shift in attitude towards the sex trade, pimps and prostitutes were still looked down upon by society as third-class citizens. 1 Boss Player.”8 OwnershipChivalry of pimps is so endearing that it boggles the mind why any girl would want out. Case in point, pimps tend to demonstrate their “love” by physically marking (tattoos or branding) their “property” to demonstrate ownership.
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May 25, 2021 07:03 UTC
EXTREME WEATHER: Two spill gates of Kukulegama Reservoir opened
COLOMBO (News 1st): Two spill gates of the Kukulegama Reservoir have been opened as a result of the heavy showers experienced in many parts of the island. A capacity of 60 cubic metres of water is being released per second through the reservoir at present, Eng. Residents in the low-lying areas of the Kalu river including those residing in the Divisional Secretariats of Mathugama, Bulathsinhala, Palinda Nuwara, Milleniya, and Baduraliya MUST remain vigilant regarding rising water levels, Eng. There is a risk of minor flood levels in the areas located above the Kalu river basin, the Department of Irrigation said on Tuesday morning (May 25). Very heavy falls exceeding 150 mm could be expected at some places in the Sabaragamuwa province and in Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts, while heavy falls exceeding 100 mm could be expected in the Western, North-Western, and Southern provinces, the weather forecast for Tuesday (May 25) noted.
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May 25, 2021 07:02 UTC
Housing committee's chair attacks Government for failing to protect leaseholders
Controversially, some leaseholders are still legally liable for the cost of fixing unsafe cladding and other fire safety defects. But the cash is only for those living in buildings above 60ft with unsafe cladding. We asked Mr Betts about how long he thought it was going to take to resolve the cladding crisis as leaseholders continue to live in unsafe homes. What measures do you want to see in the Building Safety Fund to protect leaseholders from repairs bills? As a rich and civilised country, in 2021, we should not be seeing people live in unsafe homes,' he concluded.
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May 25, 2021 06:56 UTC
Majority of Queensland left without electricity amid enormous power outage
Residents from South East Queensland to the Central and Far North regions found themselves without power from about 2pm on Tuesday. An explosion and subsequent fire at the Callide power station near Biloela in Central Queensland is believed to be the root cause of the statewide outages. Energex also revealed at least 375,000 homes from the Gold Coast to Caboolture on the Sunshine Coast are without power. 'At approximately 1:45pm today, a fire occurred in one of the turbine halls at the power station,' the statement read. 'We immediately evacuated the power station and called emergency services to attend site.'
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May 25, 2021 06:00 UTC
X-PRESS PEARL: 02 Indian crew members admitted to Hospital
COLOMBO (News 1st): Two Indian crew members of the distressed MV “X-PRESS PEARL” have been admitted to the Colombo National Hospital. An explosion was reported from inside the MV X-PRESS PEARL on Tuesday morning (May 25), and all 25 crew members were evacuated safely out of the vessel, Captain Indika de Silva, the Navy Spokesperson told News 1st. The distressed container ship was manned by a crew of 25, who are Philippine, Chinese, Indian, and Russian nationals. Moreover, Sri Lankan authorities have decided to further move the MV “X-PRESS PEARL” 50 nautical miles away from the Colombo Harbour into deep seas in order to prevent marine environment destruction. In the meantime, several freight containers onboard the distressed MV “X-PRESS PEARL” have fallen to the Sri Lankan waters, the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) said.
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May 25, 2021 06:00 UTC