Ros Atkins examines why tensions between China and Taiwan have increased over recent weeks. Source link–!Thank You !–
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Day: 16 October 2021
Germany travel restrictions facilitated for arrivals from 5 countries including Sri Lanka
Travellers from Algeria, Fiji, Morocco, Sri Lanka, and Tunisia can now enter Germany under facilitated entry restrictions, as all five third countries have been removed from the list of high-risk areas, Schengen Visa Info reported. Updating the list, the Robert Koch Institute, which is the German agency responsible for disease control and prevention, also added to the list Gabon and Sao Tome and Principe, upon an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in the territory of both countries. “The list below for the classification of risk areas is effective…
Read MoreEmanuel Navarrete outlasts Joet Gonzalez to retain world featherweight title by unanimous decision | Boxing News
Emanuel Navarrete came through his toughest test with a gutsy display of punch output to edge Joet Gonzalez by unanimous decision in their world title fight on Friday night in San Diego. Navarrete clung onto his WBO featherweight belt after inflicting obvious damage to Gonzalez, but his challenger was still able to win rounds until the final bell brought their exciting clash to an end. Gonzalez ended the fight with two awful cuts around both eyes, and significant swelling on his face. Image: Navarrete has won 35 of his 36…
Read MoreMeghan Markle’s donation a ‘lifesaver’ for community kitchen users
A donation made by the Duchess of Sussex has been a “lifesaver” for users of a community kitchen in Nottingham, the charity has said. The charity received a £10,000 donation from Meghan, half of which went to its Salaam Shalom Kitchen and has been used to cope with an increase in demand during the coronavirus pandemic. The joint Muslim and Jewish kitchen, which is thought to be one of the only charities of its kind in the UK, can serve up to 170 free meals in Hyson Green each week…
Read MoreWe will not allow to unload the Chinese Fertilizer ship into the country
There are plans to bring back the Chinese Fertilizer that was recently rejected by the Plant Quarantine Center and the fertilizer ship coming to the country from Singapore and there is a plan to land it under Chinese influence, said Samagi Jana Balawegaya MP Nalin Bandara. The Member of Parliament states that the farmers are being compelled not to allow the garbage fertilizer to be dumped on the farmlands in the country. Meanwhile, he says that they will do everything to prevent the entry of…
Read MoreKliff Kingsbury: Arizona Cardinals head coach tests positive for Covid-19 and will miss game vs Cleveland Browns | NFL News
Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury has tested positive for Covid-19 and will miss Sunday’s game against Cleveland Browns; Cardinals are NFL’s only remaining undefeated team at 5-0 and travel to face 3-2 Browns; Watch game live on Sky Sports By Field Level Media Last Updated: 16/10/21 7:49am Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury has tested positive for Covid-19 Arizona coach Kliff Kingsbury and general manager Steve Keim tested positive for Covid-19 and will miss the Cardinals’ Sunday road game against the Cleveland Browns. Keim’s positive test was reported by…
Read MorePablo Escobar: Colombia sterilises drug lord’s hippos
Scientists studying the hippos’ environmental impact say the animals could affect the local ecosystem in a number of ways: from displacing native species already under threat of extinction, like the manatee, to altering the chemical compositions of waterways, which could endanger fisheries – though other studies suggest they might help the environment too. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreHughie Fury on new and improved style and power – he warns rivals: ‘I don’t think they will be standing up’ | Boxing News
Hughie Fury is back, just a week after his cousin’s heavyweight chaos in Las Vegas, but he won’t be overshadowed for much longer. Fury mania is more manic than ever after Tyson’s demolition of Deontay Wilder, a spectacular finale to a long-running saga on the Vegas strip. But amid the hysteria, Hughie must now produce one of the most important victories of his own career against Christian Hammer tonight, live on Sky Sports. Image: Hughie Fury is aiming for a breakthrough performance “I believe now I’m the best and the…
Read MoreWeek in pictures: 9 – 15 October 2021
A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreNo immediate hike in fuel prices – Udaya – The Island
Ex Prez can assist inquiry By Shamindra Ferdinando JVP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake says a comprehensive multi-agency investigation is required to get to the bottom of what he called the massive Gin Nilwala scam perpetrated in 2012 and 2015. In spite of disclosures in that regard, both in and outside Parliament, over a period of time, absolutely nothing had been done so far, lawmaker Dissanayake told The Island. The government owed an explanation why over Rs 4 bn had been paid to a Chinese firm, in Dec 2012, and on…
Read MoreJamaica 4-56 England Knights: Paul Anderson’s young stars shine against Reggae Warriors | Rugby League News
Will Pryce led the way for the Knights with 18 points, while Matty Ashton, Aaron Smith and Jack Broadbent grabbed two tries apiece in the clash in Castleford as well; former Super League winger Ben Jones-Bishop got Jamaica’s only score of the night Last Updated: 15/10/21 10:13pm Matty Ashton celebrates one of his two tries for England Knights with Will Pryce England Knights provided an exciting glimpse into the future with a 10-try rout of Jamaica at Castleford’s Mend-A-Hose Jungle. The Knights are in theory England’s second team, but coach…
Read MoreAfghanistan: US offers to pay relatives of Kabul drone attack victims
Ten people were mistakenly killed by the US military in a drone strike on the Afghan capital. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreAthuraliye Rathana Thero expelled from OPPP
Venerable Athuraliye Rathana Thero, member of Our Power of People Party (OPPP), has been expelled from the party. MORE.. Thank you
Read MoreUnited Rugby Championship: Ulster stay unbeaten and Stormers off the mark in Friday’s matches | Rugby Union News
Ulster made it four wins from four as they defeated the Lions at the Kingspan Stadium; The Stormers were finally able to celebrate a win as they overcame the Dragons at Rodney Parade Last Updated: 15/10/21 10:33pm Nick Timoney grabbed two tries for Ulster in their win over the Lions We round up Friday’s action in the United Rugby Championship as Ulster aimed to keep their unbeaten start going against the Lions and the Dragons hosted the winless Stormers… Ulster 26-10 Lions Two tries from back-rower Nick Timoney ensured Ulster…
Read MoreViewpoint: Why Ethiopia's Tigray region is starving, but no famine declared
Despite mass starvation in northern Ethiopia, aid officials are not calling the situation a famine. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreWe do not decide the price of goods. If anyone can, do tell us how to reduce the prices
Ports and Shipping Minister Rohitha Abeygunawardena has requested to let him know if there is any economic expert who knows how to keep the price of goods at a lower level locally when international commodity prices are rising. “The price of gas is decided not by our country. The price of fuel is decided not by our country. The majority of it will be decided internationally. Therefore, when the prices of international goods go up, we have to increase the prices of these goods. That…
Read MorePSG 2 – 1 Angers
Kylian Mbappe ended a four-game scoreless streak for Paris Saint-Germain with a late penalty that helped the capital side extend their Ligue 1 lead to nine points with a 2-1 home win against Angers on Friday. The France striker buried his spot kick three minutes from time after Danilo Pereira had cancelled out Angelo Fulgini’s first-half opener to put PSG on 27 points from 10 games. Angers, who were the best side in the opening half, are fourth on 16 points as they left the Parc des Princes frustrated after…
Read MoreSquid Game: The rise of Korean drama addiction
But while many of most accessible K-drama romantic comedies conform to predictable Bollywood-style conventions, be it a love triangle or a cliff-hanger moment, Rumble says there’s also a “wide range of shows containing plenty of unique ideas and unexpected storylines that you’d probably never get from a British or American channel”, and she says they range from “fantasy, sci-fi, action to thriller”. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreMatch Report – Sale 28 – 22 Harlequins
Quirke’s double helped the Sharks end Quins’ unbeaten start to the Premiership season in a thrilling contest at the AJ Bell Stadium on Friday evening Last Updated: 15/10/21 10:53pm Raffi Quirke scored two crucial tries for Sale against Harlequins Young star Raffi Quirke scored two tries to help Sale Sharks end defending champions Harlequins’ unbeaten start to the Gallagher Premiership season with a 28-22 triumph at the AJ Bell Stadium. Sale controlled the early stages of a thrilling contest, touching down first via Quirke, but Quins hit back thanks to…
Read MoreShipping disruption: Why are so many queuing to get to the US?
A surge in demand for toys and sports equipment has contributed to logjams at US ports. Source link–!Thank You !–
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