230 MT of carcinogenic coconut oil re-exported today
Sri Lanka Customs today (May 08) took measures to re-export a consignment of unrefined imported coconut oil containing the carcinogenic substance Aflatoxin. The Food Control Administration Unit of the Health Ministry and the Sri Lanka Standards Institute had declined the said stock following analysis. Accordingly, 230 metric tonnes of unrefined coconut oil imported by Edirisinghe Edible Oil (Pvt) Ltd., were loaded into 12 containers and brought to the South Asia Gateway Terminal (SAGT) under full supervision of the Customs. The containers were stacked into a ship that arrived in Sri Lanka on Friday and it was scheduled to depart Colombo Port for Malaysia at around 9.00 pm today.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 17:26 UTC
Just 12% of global iOS users and 4% of US ones have allowed app tracking since the iOS 14.5 rollout
According to Flurry's data, just around 12% of global users have allowed app tracking for apps that requested it on their devices post the iOS 14.5 update. Also worth noting is that disabling app tracking does not disable ads. We won't dig too deep into the broader debate on targeted online advertising and privacy. Flurry has some more statistics somewhat related to this as well - the percentage of iOS 14.5 users who have taken the time to set their app tracking preferences to "Restricted" altogether in settings. Anti-app tracking users with "Restricted" settingSource
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 16:30 UTC
Sajith meets WHO representative
A meeting between Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and Dr. Olivia Nieveras, the Acting Country Representative of the World Health Organization, took place today (08). Centred around the topic of the ongoing pandemic situation, the Opposition Leader has requested Dr. Nieveras to provide Sri Lanka with the support and assistance it needs at this critical juncture. Dr. Nieveras mentioned that the United Nations and the WHO is ready to support Sri Lanka in its battle against the pandemic, despite the fact that the most challenging times are ahead. Dr. Nalika Gunawardena of the WHO Country Office, Dr. Palitha Abeykoon, Dr. Padmalal de Silva and several other representatives also joined the said meeting.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 16:00 UTC
The most popular Mother's Day gifts of this year
A survey of nearly a thousand people has found out what the most popular gifts children - with possibly a little help from dad - have bought for the occasion. Australians will celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday with a survey revealing popular gift ideas (stock image)Chocolate came in at number three on the list of the most popular gifts for mumsMore than a quarter (26 per cent) of us will choose a Mother's Day bouquet, says a national survey by comparison site Finder. MOST POPULAR MOTHER'S DAY GIFTS Flowers (26 per cent) A card (20 per cent) Chocolates (19 per cent) Jewellery (12 per cent) A meal out (12 per cent) Pyjamas (12 per cent) Nothing (8 per cent) Source: Finder's Consumer Sentiment TrackerMother's Day cards (20 per cent) and chocolates (19 per cent) were the next most popular choices among 913 respondents surveyed late Friday afternoon. In total, 62 per cent of Aussies said they planned to get mum 'something' for Mother's Day. 'There's still a day to go until Mother's Day, so if you haven't bought mum a present yet, it's definitely time to get cracking.'
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 15:45 UTC
COVID- 920 new infections move daily total to 1,890
The Epidemiology Unit of the Health Ministry reports that another 920 persons have tested positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka, moving the daily total of new cases to 1,890. This brings the total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus reported in the country to 123,228.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 14:37 UTC
Opposition Leader discusses pandemic situation with WHO representative
A special meeting between Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and Dr. Olivia Nieveras, the Acting Country Representative of the World Health Organization unfolded on Saturday (May 08). During their lengthy discussion on the current COVID pandemic situation, the Opposition Leader has requested Dr. Nieveras to provide Sri Lanka with the support and assistance it needs at this critical juncture. Stating that the most challenging chapter is yet to come, Dr. Nieveras has assured that the United Nations and the WHO is ready to support Sri Lanka in its battle against the pandemic. Dr. Nalika Gunawardena of the WHO Country Office, Dr. Palitha Abeykoon, Dr. Padmalal de Silva and several other representatives also joined the said meeting.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 14:26 UTC
Army Commander inspects Seeduwa Covid hospital
General Shavendra Silva, Head of the National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO), Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army, together with several Senior Officers of relevance to the project undertook an inspection tour of the country’s biggest Army-improvised COVID-19 Hospital in Seeduwa yesterday morning (8). We expect to open this state-of-the art facility centre shortly in Seeduwa with the express objective of giving the best emergency healthcare to affected Sri Lankans free of charge,” General Shavendra Silva remarked. This improvised new COVID-19 hospital in Seeduwa has been equipped with Army-produced 1200 beds and we will primarily have 5000 beds ready, and the target is to increase it to 10,000 beds around the country within the next couple of days. 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. Out of some 86,000 beds in island-wide state hospitals, initially we used only about 5000 beds since capacity for contingencies like COVID-19 is minimal, General Shavendra Silva was quoted saying.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 13:52 UTC
Sri Lanka registers 970 new COVID infections
Sri Lanka has confirmed as many as 970 fresh coronavirus infections so far within the day, says the National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO). Following the latest surge, the country’s caseload now stands at 122,308. Meanwhile, the recoveries count climbed to 103,098 after 1,335 more individuals who were infected with the virus were discharged from medical care earlier today. According to statistics, 18,446 active cases are still under medical care at designated hospitals and treatment centres. Sri Lanka has also witnessed 764 deaths due to the outbreak of the pandemic.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 13:18 UTC
What devices are Android Authority readers using? (2021 edition)
Credit: Robert Triggs / Android AuthorityEver wondered what your fellow wonderful Android Authority readers are like and what tech they like to use? Need suggestions: The best Android phones you can buySadly, Google isn’t updating its Android distribution numbers anymore, even via Android Studio. Mobile is by far your favorite way to browse Android Authority, although a good number of you still clock in from your PCs. Funnily enough, 0.2% of you have visited Android Authority from a Tizen-powered device. Now that you know a bit more about your fellow wonderful Android Authority readers, do you fit the mold or are you a statistical anomaly?
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 13:05 UTC
Prince Charles 'has only met his grandson Archie twice'
In fact, the Daily Mail understands, the toddler – who now speaks with a distinct American accent – has seen his grandfather, the Prince of Wales, only twice since he was born. It is understood the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge can also count their meetings with him 'easily on one hand'. A source said: 'The truth is the Prince of Wales has barely seen his grandson twice since he was born. A source said: 'The truth is the Prince of Wales has barely seen his grandson twice since he was born'Sources are at pains to stress they understand that this is not anyone's fault, not least the Sussexes. Indeed, as Archie is the child of non-working royals, there was no reason to publicly acknowledge his birthday.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 12:56 UTC
Dick and Angel Strawbridge hammered by claims of bullying
Dick Strawbridge, 61, an engineer, and his wife Angel, 43, a designer, spent £280,00 making their 45-room chateau in France habitableIt has propelled Dick, 61, an engineer, and wife Angel, 43, a designer, to stardom. Last month, it was reported that sources close to Spark Media, the independent production company that filmed the first four series of ETTC, had accused Dick and Angel of bullying. Dick and Angel — deeply dismayed by the accusations — have wasted no time in categorically denying them. 'Dick and Angel, however, have their own take on this, insisting it is simply 'not true' that crew were undermined. (Spark Media sources refute this, insisting they 'told [their story] honestly, and treated them with the greatest respect, on and off screen.)
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 12:00 UTC
SLMA, GMOA, AMS and SMIC submit seven recommendations to Prez
The Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA), the Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA), the Association of Medical Specialists (AMS) and the SLMA Intercollegiate Committee (SMIC) have informed President Gotabaya Rajapaksa of their concerns in relation to the current Covid-19 situation in Sri Lanka and have put forward seven recommendations to be implemented. Considering all these factors and more, the SLMA, GMOA, AMS and SMIC have submitted urgent recommendations to the President. Decide on implementation of selected lockdown processes of certain areas, based only on scientific evidence of the density caseloads. This should be complemented by arrangements being made for early transfers of needy patients with pneumonia, to the closest designated hospitals. Strengthen the laboratory services island wide for diagnosis of COVID-19 with PCR testing and also ensuring a steady and uninterrupted supply chain.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 12:00 UTC
Advisory for thundershowers severe lightning issued
May 8, 2021 06:45 pmThe Department of Meteorology has warned of thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning in parts of the island. Thereby, Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western and Uva provinces as well as Mannar, Galle and Matara districts are expected to be affected by the adverse weather condition. There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers, the Meteorology Department said further. The members of the public are urged to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning activity.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 11:37 UTC
1,335 coronavirus patients discharged from medical care
Up to 1,335 coronavirus patients were discharged from medical care within the last 24 hours as they have returned to health. Majority of the latest recoveries were reported from Punanai Treatment Centre (247), Kopay Treatment Centre (94) and Bingiriya Treatment Centre (84). The total number of novel coronavirus infections registered in Sri Lanka since the outbreak of the pandemic meanwhile stands at 121,338. The daily situation report showed that 17,476 active cases are currently under medical care at hospitals and treatment centres. Meanwhile, 764 people in the country have also succumbed to COVID-19 infection.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 11:37 UTC
Navy apprehends 7 Indians along with 200kg of Kerala Cannabis
May 8, 2021 03:22 pmSri Lanka Navy has apprehended 07 Indian nationals who were in possession of 200 kilograms of Kerala Cannabis. In a statement, the Navy media unit said their vessel was intercepted on seas north of Kalpitiya. 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.
Source:The Nation
May 08, 2021 09:56 UTC