Matthew Weinreb claimed he was 'victimised' while working for London-based e-learning firm Online Travel Training Group (OTT). But just a month after joining the company, the tribunal heard Mr Weinreb was involved in an altercation with finance manager Ms Andrade. The tribunal heard that, in March 2018, Ms Andrade emailed Mr Weinreb asking for a document. The tribunal heard how Mr Weinreb took this as Ms Andrade alluding that he was a closet homosexual. He 'upset by this and went to the toilet to get away from the situation', the tribunal heard.

May 19, 2021 09:08 UTC

Ltd. has been named the official distributor for Norton in Sri Lanka. Norton together with its range of anti-virus, anti-malware products and services offer customers total protection against cybersecurity threats, namely, through Norton Antivirus Plus and Norton 360. Norton AntiVirus Plus is Norton’s entry-level antivirus package for those who are not too familiar with the technicalities of cyber protection. For those who would prefer a much more comprehensive internet security suite, Norton 360 would be the go-to. We hope to take Norton to Sri Lankan homes to ensure their security against cyber-attacks.

May 19, 2021 09:06 UTC

One eyewitness said multiple fire engines were on the scene after local residents were woken up to the blare of sirens at around 2.45am. The service said: 'Firefighters continue to tackle the blaze in Legrams Lane, Bradford. 'Power to the building has been isolated as part of the firefighting operations and power in the local area may also be affected. Earlier it said: 'Firefighters from across the Service are currently tackling a large building fire in the Legrams Lane area of Bradford. 'Local residents living in the Shearbridge area of Bradford are advised to keep doors and windows closed due to large plumes of smoke in the area.'

May 19, 2021 08:04 UTC

May 19, 2021 12:54 pmAll economic centres across the country will remain closed when island-wide travel restrictions are in effect, the Ministry of Agriculture announced today (May 19). Accordingly, operations at economic centres will be halted on the following days:May 21 – May 24May 26 – May 28However, all economic centres as well as the Manning Market in Peliyagoda will be reopened by 4.00 am on May 25, the announcement read further. Thereby, Districts Secretaries will be issuing permits for lorries to transport vegetables and fruits to these establishments on May 24 and 25.

May 19, 2021 08:04 UTC

The Ministry of Health and Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) have jointly initiated a new program to streamline Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 inoculation drive. A new website has been created for people to register themselves to get vaccinated against novel coronavirus. The relevant website, expected to be launched within the next two days, will allow people to schedule an appointment (date, time and vaccination centre) to receive the COVID jab. In addition, people will be able to obtain an internationally valid COVID-19 vaccination certificate through this program. The program has been coordinated by Minister Namal Rajapaksa upon the directives of President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa.

May 19, 2021 08:04 UTC





That is why there is a delay in investigations in order to cover all bases,” said the Public Security Minister. The announcement was made by State Counsel Nishara Jayaratne, the Coordinating Officer to the Attorney General on Saturday (15). Earlier, Sri Lanka’s Attorney General has sought clarification from the Inspector General Police with regard to over-hanging investigations on the 2019 April 21st Attacks. The five suspects are Mohamed Asim, Mohamed Rizwan, Mohamed Waqar Yunus , Mohamed Fazan, and Shaul Hameed Hameez Mohamed. In addition, the Attorney General had also sought clarification with regard to the investigations on 29 other suspects.

May 19, 2021 08:03 UTC

But sometimes movies simply disappear forever, falling from public view and memory due to age, mishap or scandal. Four early movies from Fox studios were lost forever in that fire: Charlie Chan Carries On (1931), Charlie Chan’s Chance (1932), Charlie Chan’s Greatest Case (1933) and Charlie Chan’s Courage (1934). But Charlie Chan is not held as favorably in American society as he once was, at least amongst the populace who can still remember who he was. This sentiment may actually be the bigger catalyst deciding the cultural perseverance of Charlie Chan than an old fire at a Fox storage facility. And after being doctored up and reformatted for DVD, with new, nostalgic content added, the 1960 World Series Game 7, once lost forever, is now available on Amazon.

May 19, 2021 06:56 UTC

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on arrival at the premises was warmly received by the architect of the project, General Shavendra Silva. Medical services at the Care Center will be provided jointly by the Ministry of Health and Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps. In this place, isolated medical facilities with separate cubicles and space could cope with 1200 patients on an emergency basis. The military has already added more beds to the hospital capacity, intermediate care centres and provided even ICU beds, having established the ICUs by the Army itself. This Facility was also the first to receive international recognition as the world’s first Apparel Manufacturing Facility along with the LEED Platinum certificate.

May 19, 2021 06:11 UTC

COLOMBO (News 1st); A total of 1968 naval personnel including 64 naval officers and 1904 sailors were promoted and advanced to their next higher ranks and rates on 19th May 2021 on the occasion of the 12th Victory Day anniversary of the liberation of the motherland, from brutalities of the LTTE that lasted for nearly 30 years, by a Humanitarian Operation. 18th May 2021 marks the 12th anniversary of the conclusion of Humanitarian Operation which put an end to the LTTE terrorism. To signify this momentous occasion, 1968 naval personnel were elevated to their next higher ranks and rates by Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne, on the recommendation of the Ministry of Defence and approval of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, on 19th May 2021. Accordingly, a total of 64 officers; specifically 04 officers to the rank of Captain, 11 officers to the rank of Commander, 27 officers to the rank of Lieutenant Commander, 01 officer to the rank of Lieutenant and 21 officer cadets as Midshipmen were promoted on 19th May 2021. Commander of the Navy advanced 109 senior sailors to the rate of Master Chief Petty Officer, 218 senior sailors to the rate of Fleet Chief Petty Officer, 421 senior sailors to the rate of Chief Petty Officer, 844 senior sailors to the rate of Petty Officer, 55 junior sailors to the Leading Rate, 193 junior sailors to the Able Rate and 64 junior sailors to the Ordinary Rate, taking the tally of advancement to 1904.

May 19, 2021 06:00 UTC

May 19, 2021 by Mihi Perera No CommentsMany other ranks, including Navy and Air Force officers, have been promoted to mark the 12th anniversary of their 30th anniversary. Accordingly, 1,968 persons in the Navy have been promoted. The Sri Lanka Navy said that the promotions were given to 64 officers of the Navy and 1,904 sailors of various ranks. Meanwhile, 35 Sri Lanka Air Force officers have been promoted, according to the Sri Lanka Air Force. These promotions are being given to coincide with the 12th anniversary of the victory.

May 19, 2021 05:02 UTC

May 19, 2021 09:50 amMore than 2,000 Air Force and Navy personnel have received promotions to their next ranks coinciding with the 12th National War Heroes’ Day. Accordingly, 64 officers of the Sri Lanka Navy and a record number of 1,904 other ranks of the Navy have been promoted to their respective next rank with effect from today. In the meantime, Sri Lanka Air Force said 35 of its officers have also been promoted to their next ranks, concurrent to the National War Heroes’ Day.

May 19, 2021 04:07 UTC

By Revatha S. SilvaThe protracted signing of the national player contracts might lead to a situation where certain senior players will opt to have a tour-by-tour agreement, it is learntThe protracted signing of the national cricket player contracts might lead to a situation where certain senior players will opt to have a tour-by-tour agreement where they can take part in various franchise leagues outside the country while only having to fulfil their national commitments intermittently. There, the players are allowed to take part in various T20 leagues outside of their country on the whims and fancies of the players. Our effort to contact senior players as well as the officials of the SLC Administrative Committee, which is currently overlooking national cricket administration, to find out their views on the development proved futile yesterday. Understandably, though, the concerns over the agreement on the contracts are more vigorously raised by the current seniors, not the newcomers. About 24 players have been considered for offering annual contracts at present by SLC in four tiers that are again divided into three categories each.

May 19, 2021 04:05 UTC

“We knew that they were going to withdraw. We knew that from the very beginning of the campaign. But we have always said we were going to win this election pretty easily,” he said. “I think the Sports Ministry will anyway conduct the elections according to their plans that they had before the withdrawal (of the rival camp). The Director General of Sports Amal Edirisooriya had recently announced that the SLC AGM will be held online virtually.

May 19, 2021 04:05 UTC

Spurs are now looking at replacement centre-forwards as the club is willing to consider the feelings of their key man. Kane has openly said in various interviews that he wants to compete for Europe’s top team trophies. Tottenham persuaded Kane to remain when he planned to leave last summer after Jose Mourinho had replaced Mauricio Pochettino earlier in the 2019-20 season. That’s all everyone should be focussing on.”Harry Kane’s contract with Spurs was signed ahead of the 2018 World Cup. The Italian Football Federation announced it three weeks before Italy play Turkey in Rome to open the European Championship.

May 19, 2021 03:00 UTC

The parliamentary debate on the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Bill has been scheduled for May 19 and May 20. Thereby, the Port City Bill will be taken up for debate from 10.00 am – 5.30 pm today and will continue from 10.00 am – 4.30 pm tomorrow. On Tuesday (May 18), Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena presented the Supreme Court’s determination on the Colombo Port City Bill. It was later announced that the government has agreed with all determinations and amendments of the Supreme Court with regard to the Colombo Port City Bill. The Cabinet of Ministers meanwhile granted approval to incorporate the relevant amendments recommended by the Supreme Court.

May 19, 2021 02:37 UTC