Once ridiculed by many as idealistic hippies, Green parties increased their vote share in 13 European countries at the most recent national elections. In six of those countries – Austria, Belgium, Finland, Ireland, Luxembourg and Sweden – green parties have a share of power in coalition governments. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreDay: 20 October 2021
French Ambassador pays courtesy call on Foreign Minister Peiris
The Ambassador of France to Sri Lanka Eric Lavertu paid a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Prof. G. L. Peiris at the Foreign Ministry. During the meeting, both sides welcomed the multifaceted cooperation and friendship existing between the two countries and underscored the necessity to further strengthen bilateral relations. The discussion focused on bilateral political relations; inter-parliamentary cooperation; expansion of bilateral trade, investment and tourism; education; as well as issues of mutual interest in regional and multilateral fora. The resumption of direct flights between Colombo…
Read MoreBMW Ladies Championship: Latest leaderboard
Leaderboard updates from the LPGA Tour’s BMW Ladies Championship, taking place at LPGA International Busan in Korea. Watch on Sky Sports Golf. Source link –Thank tou–
Read MoreUK agrees free trade deal with New Zealand
“As our economy recovers from the pandemic, we need trade deals that will boost jobs and growth, open up big new markets for UK exporters, and support our objectives to buy, make and sell more in Britain. This trade deal with New Zealand fails on every count,” she said. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreReading 2 – 3 Blackpool
Reading squandered a 2-0 lead as Blackpool staged a thrilling second-half comeback to win 3-2 in the Sky Bet Championship. Defender Scott Dann nodded Reading in front in the 11th minute and Tom Dele-Bashiru added a second 10 minutes later. But Blackpool dominated the second half and deservedly made it 2-2 with quickfire efforts from substitute Owen Dale and Jerry Yates. Yates then grabbed the winner from the penalty spot in the 85th minute. Reading had beaten Barnsley 1-0 at home on Saturday, securing a third clean sheet in their…
Read MoreParis Hilton pushes for US youth care abuse reform
“Every day in America, children in congregate care settings are being physically, emotionally and sexually abused. Children are even dying at the hands of those responsible for their care,” she added – pointing to the 2020 death of Cornelius Fredericks, 16, in a facility in Michigan after he was restrained by staff. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreIs Buddhism pessimistic teaching?
By Dr. JUSTICE CHANDRADASA NANAYAKKARA Buddhism is a non-theistic religion. Unlike many other religions it does not believe in a god or a creator. It is not only a religion but also a philosophy with a moral discipline. It originated in northern eastern India and was founded by Gautama Buddha. Today, Buddhism has become one of the major religions in the world, with more than 500 million adherents. Prince Siddhartha Gautama, who later became Gautama Buddha, having realised the immense human suffering looked for a way of easing their pain…
Read MoreFulham 2 – 0 Cardiff
Tom Cairney marked his return after a 10-month absence with the goal that set Fulham on course for a 2-0 home win against Cardiff that increased the pressure on manager Mick McCarthy. Cairney was introduced as a half-time substitute for his first appearance since December and he took just 12 minutes to fire the Cottagers in front. Aleksandar Mitrovic added the second in the 63rd minute – his 13th league goal of the season – as Marco Silva’s side moved up to second in the Championship. For McCarthy, defeat means…
Read MoreParis Hilton: I couldn’t sleep for 20 years from memories of youth care abuse
Reality TV star Paris Hilton has spoken outside US Congress about the abuse she and others received while at a youth care facility for trouble teens. At an event with lawmakers and rights advocates, Hilton spoke about a new congressional bill. She said the Accountability for Congregate Care Act would set out a national bill of rights for youth in residential facilities, and urged members of Congress and President Joe Biden to pass it into law. Read more: Paris Hilton pushes for US youth care abuse reform Source link–!Thank You…
Read MoreRegional powers back aid for Afghanistan as Russia hosts Taliban
Afghanistan s new Taliban rulers won backing from 10 regional powers at talks in Moscow on Wednesday for the idea of a United Nations donor conference to help the country stave off economic collapse and a humanitarian catastrophe. MORE.. Thank you
Read MoreSimon Zebo returns to Ireland squad for Autumn Nations Series after four-year absence | Rugby Union News
Johnny Sexton returns along with six players who toured with the British and Irish Lions – Bundee Aki, Tadhg Beirne, Jack Conan, Tadhg Furlong, Iain Henderson and Conor Murray; Uncapped Leinster duo Dan Sheehan and Ciaran Frawley also named by head coach Andy Farrell Last Updated: 20/10/21 6:49pm Simon Zebo played the last of his 35 Tests for Ireland in the summer tour to Japan in 2017 Ireland have recalled Simon Zebo after a four-year absence in their 38-man squad for the Autumn Nations Series. Zebo, 31, left Racing 92 in the summer…
Read MoreGabby Petito: Items found in search for missing fiancé Brian Laundrie
Items belonging to Gabby Petito’s missing fiancé have been found in a Florida park, the FBI says. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreOpposition Leader reveals youths’ disappointment on government
The youth community who provides great strength to the country are at the tendency of leaving Sri Lanka as the government is playing with the lives of the youth, said Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa, following his visit to Kirindiwela, Dompe to meet with the pineapple farmers of the area today (20), in another phase of the ‘Govi Hadagesma’ (Pulse of the Farmer) initiative undertaken by the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) to address the hassles faced by the farming community of Sri Lanka. Premadasa…
Read MoreSri Lanka ease past Ireland to progress at the T20 World Cup | Cricket News
Josh Gorton Comment & Analysis Hasaranga (71 & 1-12 off 4) produces a player-of-the-match display to inspire 2014 T20 World Cup winners Sri Lanka to a resounding win over Ireland, who now face Namibia in a winner-takes-all clash on Friday Last Updated: 20/10/21 7:31pm Wanindu Hasaranga produced a superb all-round display to help Sri Lanka secure qualification for the Super 12s stage Sri Lanka recovered from a nightmare start to record a comprehensive 70-run victory over Ireland and book their place in the Super 12s stage of the T20 World…
Read MoreAll Afghans have the right to a passport – Taliban
Every Afghan citizen is entitled to a passport, the Taliban’s acting head of the passport office has said. Alam Gul Haqqani told BBC World’s Matthew Amroliwala that they would issue passports to everyone who applied, but those seeking medical treatment abroad, sports personalities and people wanting to study abroad would be prioritised. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreAberdeen boss Stephen Glass appreciates backing from chairman after poor run of results | Football News
Stephen Glass has described the support of Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack as “brilliant” following an alarming run of form. Cormack delivered a rousing defence of the Dons boss after a fifth consecutive defeat on Saturday, by a Dundee team who were bottom of the Premiership, left the Pittodrie side without a win in 10 matches. The Aberdeen chairman insisted that it was “way too early” to be talking about changing managers while adding that the board and players are fully behind the coaching team. However, Glass insists he is aware…
Read MoreRussian inmate who leaked torture videos alleges death threats
Mr Savelyev alleges that torture was usually carried out by other “specially trained” inmates and filmed on cameras handed out by the guards. Part of his job was to delete some of the videos, while some, he alleges, “were sent somewhere else, perhaps to higher levels”. Source link–!Thank You !–
Read MoreCoal power: Why is world so unkind?
It is reported that China, the world’s second largest economy, is facing an energy crisis and this is due to China reducing its carbon emission in keeping with the ‘Paris Accord’. India faces the same situation. So are Japan, South Korea, and Bangladesh, to name a few. It is said that China is desperately asking Australia to supply coal, the price of which has escalated. This means a reduction in production to limit supplies and also the price hike which people will have to bear, not to mention the inconvenience…
Read MoreSpartak Mos 3 – 4 Leicester
Patson Daka netted a nine-minute hat-trick on route to scoring all four of Leicester’s goals as the Foxes came from two goals down to boost their Europa League qualification hopes with a vital 4-2 win at Spartak Moscow. Leicester travelled to the Russian capital joint-bottom of Group C after two matches and in desperate need of three points to keep their destiny of reaching the knockout phase in their hands but endured a nightmare first half. Spartak went two goals up thanks to Aleksandr Sobolev’s early deflected strike (11) and…
Read MoreNigerian romance scam suspects targeted 100 women – FBI
Col Mogale said once the suspects “had ingratiated themselves with their victims, they allegedly concocted sob-stories about why they needed money – ie taxes to release an inheritance, essential overseas travel, crippling debt, etc – and then siphoned money from victims”. Source link–!Thank You !–
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