May 30, 2021 06:38 pmThe Ministry of Health reports that 1,434 more patients who were being treated for COVID-19 have recovered and have been discharged from hospital within the last 24 hours. This increases the total number of coronavirus recoveries in the country to 149,825. Sri Lanka has so far reported 180,593 positive cases of COVID-19 while presently a total of 29,363 infected patients are being treated at hospitals and treatment centers. The death toll due to the virus has risen to 1,405.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved vaccinations for children over 12 years of age. Countries that had a surplus of vaccines have decided to donate the surplus to the World Health Organization’s COVAX surplus. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued guidelines for controlling the spread of the virus. The Medical Research Institute for COVID Research should further strengthen the research arm of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Let us all work together to formulate a common policy.

By Mahika PandithaThere is something extremely enticing about being your own boss – the whole concept just invites creativity and freedom, which I love. Earlier this week, we had the pleasure of having a chat with one of Sri Lanka’s amazing boss women – Noeline Pereira. Noeline is the youngest of a family of four, and hopes to make both CameraLK and Noeline’s internationally known, which we are so excited to see come about. Have a look at what Noeline had to say to us here at Happinez and definitely do check out both CameraLK and Noeline’s when you can! How do you balance your work and personal life?

Ministers were told about the arrival of the Indian coronavirus variant in Britain two weeks before they told the British public. On April 1, Public Health England then designated it a 'variant under investigation' and told ministers straight away. On April 15, when the Government finally announced the presence of the Indian variant in the UK, there were 77 confirmed cases. A PHE official confirmed to the Sunday Times that they informed ministers about the Indian variant on April 1. It continued an 11-day trend of rising case numbers, although overall the infection rate remains low despite the rapid spread of the Indian variant.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Leading Woman Communicator Tehani Egodawela, serving in the Sri Lanka Navy, has qualified for Tokyo Olympics in the women’s 10m air rifle 0.177 event. Tehani Egodawela is a Leading Woman Communicator who has been representing the Sri Lanka Navy Musketry Pool since 2011 and has been selected as the best shooter 07 times, representing the National Pool since 2012. In addition, she has represented Sri Lanka in many overseas competitions and has exhibited excellent performances. In such backdrop, the Olympics qualified Navy markswoman continues to train under the supervision of Captain (Naval Infantry) RA Raymond, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Navy Musketry Pool and she is coached by Master Chief Petty Officer (Retired) UM Premalal. Leading Woman Communicator Tehani Egodawela, as a result of her continuous training and dedication, has brought great honour to the Navy and the country by qualifying for the Tokyo Olympics 2020 in the women’s rifle event.

Anthony William Hall, Baron Hall of Birkenhead CBE. But this affair has exposed that it is a place that should no longer entertain the likes of Anthony William Hall, Baron Hall of Birkenhead CBE. This week in Parliament I posed the challenge to the government to find a way of stripping Lord Hall of his Peerage. Lord Hall has already very kindly resigned as Chairman of the National Gallery. If they want to be taken seriously, the authorities must move to strip Lord Hall of his title.

Located in Bronte Court in Hampton - a suburb 14kilometres from Melbourne's CBD - The Block teams have built a series of suburban homes that each boast a unique twist. The garden also appears to be heavily landscaped with a mix of mature and maturing plants and trees. Elsewhere, another property features a conspicuous brick fence for privacy, along with near a near roof-height window. Certainly adding plenty of glamour to the set of homes is the two-storey home that features a long driveway. Secondly, there is more land on offer for each property; and thirdly, all of the homes have a 'pretty cool feature' that has never been seen on The Block before.

May 30, 2021 03:31 pmThirty-four persons have been injured in a bus accident on the Ratnapura-Kalawana road this morning (May 30). Reportedly, a bus transporting employees of a tea factory had toppled after it veered off the road near the 13th Mile Post area on the Ratnapura-Kalawana road. The individuals injured in the accident have been admitted to the Ratnapura Hospital. However, their conditions are not critical, according to hospital sources. Police investigations into the incident are currently underway.

Minister of Trade, Bandula Gunawardana inspected the preparations for the distribution of Sathosa relief packages at the Mega Sathosa outlet in Ratmalana yesterday (29). With the support of the Co-operative Wholesale Establishment and other organisations, Sathosa relief packages are being jointly distributed by Lanka Sathosa outlets and the District Secretariats island-wide to people in isolated areas, quarantined families, and to those who were affected by recent floods. The Minister further notified that customers can receive Sathosa relief packages priced at Rs. 1000, or a list of items as per their requirement by contacting Sathosa hotline number 1998. He also said that they have the option to use www.lankasathosa.lk for online service as well.

2021 May 30‘Footprints in Obscurity’ is written for dreamers and people who are constantly perplexed and consumed with curiosity about the great unknowns that this world has hidden for us to discover. The use of language throughout the book is simple and straightforward, making it easy for any reader from different walks of life to understand. Even though I was reading a book, it felt as if I was watching a documentary video on the National Geographic Channel. He brings to the readers the voices of those who were destined to be silent, evoking empathy and compassion towards those affected. ‘Footprints in obscurity’ is an eye-opener in a plethora of ways and a must-read for sure!

If you fancy broadening out your skin routine from the odd face mask, there are dozens of gadgets on the market which offer luxury spa style facial treatments. Here FEMAIL reviews a selection of the hottest facial gadgets that claim to offer salon-quality results. Until now, laser light therapy has only been available in clinics due to its size and the need for professional supervision. The handheld device also uses electronic muscle stimulation (EMS) to apply tiny electrical currents to stimulate, tone and tighten your facial muscles. There was no safety warning about using another gel so I used a similar product (designed for a facial toning device) that I already owned.

By Helen Cahill For The Mail On SundayPublished: 17:16 EDT, 29 May 2021 | Updated: 05:53 EDT, 30 May 2021Nationwide is culling one in four of its mortgage advisers as it shifts to holding online consultations with borrowers. The building society has launched talks with staff to axe up to 150 of its mortgage consultants. Nationwide is planning to speak to most of its mortgage customers online in futureThe lender is planning to speak to most of its mortgage customers online in future. Nationwide currently employs 512 mortgage consultants. 'The move to processing mortgage sales via the video-to-member service allows us to be more efficient, so we do need to reduce our mortgage sales team.'

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Environment Minister on Sunday (30) said marine species and birds have died as a result of the chemical debris from the blazing MV X-PRESS PEARL container ship. Minister Mahinda Amaraweera speaking to News 1st said the The National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA) is already conducting tests on fish specimen from the polluted western coast. According to the available information, the fish had died due to poisoning, the Minister said. The Department of Wildlife Conservation has launched a separate investigation into whether the chemical from the blazing MV X-PRESS PEARL container ship resulted in marine species destruction. The wildlife department said it had instructed field officials to investigate the costal belt to locate the carcases of marine species that may wash ashore.

Without further ado and without judgment—despite the label of the article—here are the top 10 grossest pregnancy cravings. 6 Hot Dogs Out of the PackageIs It Safe To Eat Hot Dogs During Pregnancy? Listeria is not fun and not worth indulging in a pregnancy craving. Mashed potatoes are a common pregnancy craving on their own. “Milk was a bad choice!” Hot sauce is the equivalent of this hot day.

Accordingly, the Minister of Trade, Bandula Gunawardana inspected the preparations of the relief packages at the Mega Sathosa outlet in Ratmalana yesterday (29). The Minister observed the preparation of the relief packages by the staff of the CWE outlet and the officers of the Civil Security Force in accordance with the health and safety guidelines and also focused his attention on views and suggestions put forth by these officers. Minister Gunawardana extended his gratitude to the officers of the Civil Security Force for their unwavering support in the distribution process of the relief packages. He further notified that customers can receive these Rs. 1000 / = worth Sathosa relief packages or list of items as per their requirement by contacting Sathosa hotline number 1998 or using www.lankasathosa.lk online service.