Wales's first woman bishop, 61, posts 'Never trust a Tory'
By Raven Saunt For MailonlinePublished: 11:21 EDT, 3 June 2021 | Updated: 11:58 EDT, 3 June 2021A leading female bishop has been forced to apologise after slamming the Conservative party on Twitter. Dr Joanna Penberthy was the Church in Wales' first woman bishop when she was appointed to St Davids in 2017. 'The tweet was in response to another tweet which claimed that the Conservative Party was planning to abolish the Senedd. 'I acknowledge that while there may be those within the Conservative Party who oppose Welsh devolution, it is not the policy of the Conservative Party to abolish the Senedd and I should have checked all the facts before tweeting. 'I, of course, trust and have trusted many Conservatives and know there are many honourable people in that party.
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June 03, 2021 15:56 UTC
Daily count of new COVID-19 cases top 3,000 again
June 3, 2021 09:17 pmThe Ministry of Health reported that another 642 persons have tested positive for coronavirus today (03), increasing the daily total of new Covid-19 cases to 3,264. This brings the total cases count in the country thus far to 195,811. This is also the fifth instance of the daily count of Covid-19 cases in Sri Lanka crossing the 3,000-mark.
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June 03, 2021 15:56 UTC
President reviews progress of State Ministries
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa reviewed the progress of state ministries during the monthly meeting held at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (03), the President’s Media Division said. The State Ministers presented their future strategies that have been prepared for launch in order to accomplish their assigned duties, responsibilities and targets to the President. The State Ministers had also highlighted that in the face of the Covid pandemic, their Ministries have implemented a number of initiatives to fulfill their responsibilities to the people, prioritizing the need to protect the economy.
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June 03, 2021 15:33 UTC
How to Travel Alone, According to Reddit
But even amid shutdowns and border closures, there was a spike in solo travel, as travel companies began to cater to people who found the socially- distanced lifestyle appealing (and had the flexibility to take advantage of deals). Even as the world reopens and people begin to book flights and plan trips again, solo travel still offers many benefits to those who aren’t deterred by the idea of setting out alone. Keep up on changing travel restrictionsAs travel opens up worldwide, there are still regulations and restrictions in place that you’ll need to be aware of. Right now, Central American and the Caribbean have lessened their COVID-19 restrictions and travel regulations for U.S. Citizens. Wherever you go, make sure you are up to date on travel restrictions, because we’re not completely out of the woods yet.
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June 03, 2021 15:22 UTC
Seemingly innocent bushland hides a very deadly secret crocodile
By Peter Vincent For Daily Mail AustraliaPublished: 09:39 EDT, 3 June 2021 | Updated: 10:58 EDT, 3 June 2021Terrifying images posted to social media by an Australian hunter show how he easily he could have been taken by a camouflaged crocodile. The deadly reptile was so well hidden in the long grass he didn't see it until the last second. Mr Gorman posted the images and videos to a Facebook group, confounding members who struggled to find the reptile in the images. They show a seemingly innocent looking grass-covered marsh beside gum trees - but attentive viewers spotted an extremely well camouflaged crocodile hiding. 'The best way to safely see crocodiles is by going on a commercial boat cruise or from a high point,' it said.
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June 03, 2021 15:04 UTC
Oceane El Himer is caught faking flying in business class
Oceane El Himer, 27, from Bordeaux, France, posed up a storm in a green and purple tracksuit in the business class cabin of a flight from Dubai to Monaco last week. The stunning selfie doesn't look out of place on Oceane's Instagram feed, which shows her in heavy make-up, designer gear and sporting hair extensions. But Oceane, who is also a reality TV star in France, was soon rumbled after a fan spotted her sitting in economy seats and posted the photos on Twitter. Oceane El himer, 27, from Bordeux, France, posed up a storm in a green and purple tracksuit in the business class cabin of a flight from Dubai to Monaco last week. One fan spotted Oceane in economy and shared a snap of her with the caption: 'Oceane El Himmer in economy lol'.
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June 03, 2021 09:56 UTC
Sri Lanka braces for oil spill as X-Press Pearl comes to rest in shallow waters
Authorities in Sri Lanka were trying to head off a potential environmental disaster Thursday as a fire-damaged container ship that had been carrying chemicals was sinking off of the country’s main port. The Singapore-flagged MV X-Press Pearl started sinking Wednesday, a day after authorities extinguished the fire that raged on the vessel for 12 days. There are “no reports of oil pollution” at the site of the shipwreck as of 7 a.m. Sri Lankan time, according to the statement. Sri Lanka navy spokesman Indika de Silva said the navy and coast guard were preparing for an oil spill with assistance from neighboring India. A team of Sri Lanka Navy divers is currently deployed to inspect for any oil spills from the fire-ravaged ship.
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June 03, 2021 09:56 UTC
US Govt. airlifts emergency medical supplies to Sri Lanka
COLOMBO (News 1st); The U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has airlifted emergency medical supplies to Maldives, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka to help save lives, stop the spread of COVID-19, and continue to meet the urgent health needs across South Asia. This new airlift follows three shipments of COVID-19 relief supplies by the U.S. Government to Nepal and the delivery of seven emergency air shipments to India to help contain the COVID-19 pandemic. In Sri Lanka, this assistance includes 880,000 vital pieces of personal protective equipment and 1,200 pulse oximeters to support frontline healthcare workers and others most affected by the current outbreak. The U.S. Government has previously provided $11.3 million to assist Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 response and recovery, including a donation of 200 ventilators to care for critically ill patients. USAID is also working closely with the private sector to help address the immediate health needs in the region.
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June 03, 2021 09:56 UTC
Smuggled consignment of dried turmeric and big onion seeds seized
A special search operation carried out by the Navy in the lagoon area of Wattakkalliya, Chilaw yesterday (02) made way for the seizure of 362.95kg of dried turmeric and 571.4kg of big onion seeds which were to be smuggled into the country. A search of these sacks led to the discovery of the quantities of turmeric and big onion seeds. Accordingly, the dinghies used to transfer these consignments and 04 suspects in connection to the illegal act were taken into custody. Meanwhile, 02 other persons who arrived at the location to transport the smuggled consignment were also arrested. These 06 individuals, together with the seized turmeric and big onion seeds, 02 dinghies and the lorry were handed over to the Chilaw Police for onward legal action.
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June 03, 2021 09:22 UTC
Bundesliga: The relegated and the promoted
By Ranjika PereraBUNDESLIGA 2020/21 – INFODates: 18 September 2020 – 22 May 2021Champions: Bayern Munich (30th Bundesliga title)Relegated: Schalke and Werder BremenChampions League: Bayern Munich, RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund, and WolfsburgEuropa League: Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer LeverkusenEuropa Conference League: Union BerlinMatches played: 306Goals scored: 928 (3.03 per match)Top goal-scorer: Robert Lewandowski (41 Goals)Bayern won their ninth consecutive Bundesliga titleAt the end of another season, Bayern Munich dominated the Bundesliga and secured their 30th Bundesliga title without much trouble. Bayern’s boss Hansi Flick took over the German national side while Leipzig’s boss Julian Nagelsmann took over at Bayern Munich. Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer Leverkusen secured Europa League while Union Berlin will be joining the inaugural Europa Conference League. They went winless for nine consecutive months dating back to the previous season, during which they failed to win 30 Bundesliga matches in a row. Werder Bremen was the second team to get relegated to the Bundesliga-2.
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June 03, 2021 08:37 UTC
Landslide warnings issued on five districts
June 3, 2021 12:06 pmThe National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has issued landslide warnings for five districts – Colombo, Galle, Kalutara, Matara, Nuwara Eliya, and Ratnapura. Both Level 1 (Yellow) and Level 2 (Amber) warnings issued by NBRO are effective for a period of 24 hours until 9 am tomorrow (June 04). Please avoid outside hyperlinks inside the comment and avoid typing all capitalized comments. Help us delete comments that do not follow these guidelines by flagging them(mouse over a comment and click the flag icon on the right side). Do use these forums to voice your opinions and create healthy discourse.
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June 03, 2021 06:33 UTC
National Environmental Policy being drafted under leadership of Prez
A National Environmental Policy is being Constitutionally drafted under the leadership of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Secretary of the Ministry of Environment Dr. Anil Jasinghe said today (03). He stated that this policy hopes to solve practical problems faced by Sri Lanka in relation to its ecosystems and wildlife. “The policy will outline environmentally sensitive areas which will be scientifically composed by taking into account the topography, geography, species, and other specifics of such areas that need special attention,” he said. These statements were made at a special media briefing held today at the Ministry of Environment. Dr. Jasinghe also added that the exercise will be malleable to each locale in an effort to maintain and enhance biodiversity.
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June 03, 2021 05:48 UTC
Russian Defence Attaché bids farewell
Colonel Denis I. Shkoda, Military, Air and Naval Attaché of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Sri Lanka made his courtesy farewell call on the Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army, General Shavendra Silva at the latter’s office in the Army Headquarters yesterday (02), prior to his exit from the country after completion of his tenure. A statement from Sri Lanka Army highlighted that during the meeting, the outgoing Attaché expressed his gratitude for the cooperation and goodwill extended during his tenure in Sri Lanka and thanked the Army for its sound understanding and brotherhood. Additionally, Colonel Shkoda and General Silva recalled long standing relations between Russia and Sri Lanka and underlined the importance of further cementing such ties. The Assistant Defence Attaché at the Russian Embassy was also associated with the farewell meeting.
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June 03, 2021 05:37 UTC
Two fake doctors arrested for treating COVID patients
02) arrested two suspects in the Kesbewa area, on charges of impersonation for illegally treating COVID-19 patients. Following investigations, the information had come to light that the duo maintained a Facebook page in respect of the fake medical business. “According to the Facebook page, they receive information about COVID positive patients and those who are ordered to follow quarantine procedures. Thereafter, they visit the locations where the quarantine order is in effect and they treat patients without any authority. 03)Police had arrested the duo based on a complaint lodged with the Kesbewa Police on Wednesday (Jun.
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June 03, 2021 03:56 UTC
Realme GT is officially confirmed to be on its way to Europe, shocking price rumored
A few days ago, a certification revealed that the Realme GT is headed to Europe, and today the company has confirmed this information to XDA Developers, without giving any sort of launch timeframe. Realme is holding a "Making 5G global" online event on June 3, which may or may not be where the GT gets its European launch details, we'll have to wait and see. Aside from the images, a tipster has shared a rough estimate of EU pricing for the GT, and it's shockingly good. Note that these prices may vary by plus or minus €20, in the tipster's words. We'll probably have to wait until the official launch to find out.
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June 03, 2021 03:22 UTC