Like any other skill, language learning is a process, and whatever works for others may not work for you. ① Create A Learning PlanBefore setting out on a language learning adventure, it would be wise to start strategizing by creating a personalized language learning plan. ③ Use Gamified Language Learning AppsContrary to common belief, learning a new language does not have to be boring at all. Some of the most popular podcasts include BBC Learning English Drama, 6 Minute Vocabulary, and All Ears English. Language experts recommend this approach since language learners should also focus on developing their confidence in speaking English.

Powering a Future Ready Sri LankaSri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), the national body for marketing in Sri Lanka, recently launched SLIM DIGIS 2.1, the country’s most awaited digital awards ceremony in a virtual press conference held on the 16th of September 2021. Similar to the previous year, DIGIS 2.1 will feature the main awards and special awards categories. Commenting on the SLIM DIGIS 2.1, Thilanka Abeywardena – President of SLIM said, “We are indeed proud to launch our premier Digital Marketing awards ceremony for the third year running. Being the only awards ceremony dedicated to the Digital Marketing fraternity, we want the Digital Marketing professionals and companies to make this rare opportunity count. SLIM DIGIS 2.1 will host an independent judging panel which consists of esteemed industry professionals.

Malcam’s game-changing Microwave Moisture Analyzers provide real-time accurate readings of moisture that lead to effective data-driven decision making in manufacturing. The partnership is in line with AFI Corp’s mission, to connect Sri Lankan businesses with world-leading technology, ultimately elevating the Sri Lankan industry to compete on the global stage. Malcam’s Microwave Moisture Analyzers provides online moisture and density deviation measurement solutions based on material volume. The tea industry, for example, has been in steady decline over recent years due to the high cost of production. AFI Corp also runs an executive search operation, connecting top Sri Lankan talent with leading US and EU firms.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.