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Webinar on Packaging materials and techniques for Spices Products to suit with the International Markets

Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board, focusing on packaging materials and techniques for spice products to suit with international markets scheduled to be held on 21 st March 2024 from 02:00 to 03:00 PM, this is an online session via zoom designed for benefiting both potential entrepreneurs and newcomers venturing into the spice industry. Led by the National Packaging Center of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board, the webinar will be moderated by Ms. Helmali Witharana, Assistant Director, and presented by Mr. Indika Sugathadasa, Assistant Director, both officials who are experts in the field. Participants can anticipate a comprehensive exploration of crucial topics, including the importance of packaging in the spice sector, effective packaging techniques, insights into packaging materials and machinery, and emerging trends in innovative packaging. To ensure a personalized experience, participation in the session will be based on prior registration. Interested individuals are invited to secure their spot by registering via the Sri Lanka Export Development Board website www.srilankabusiness.com .For registration and further details, please visit the following link: Webinar Registration Zoom

ADAderana 19 Mar 2024 4:21 pm

Emma's killer 'should never have been out on bail'

Peter Duffy murdered his partner Emma Baillie while banned from approaching her over previous abuse.

BBC 19 Mar 2024 4:20 pm

Middle East Crisis: Blinken Will Travel to Mideast Again as Cease-Fire Talks Restart

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken plans to visit Saudi Arabia and Egypt this week as mediators in Qatar discuss a possible pause in fighting.

The New York Times 19 Mar 2024 4:18 pm

India Ranks 3rd In Global Pollution, Guwahati 2nd Most Polluted City

In the latest World Air Quality Report 2023 released by Swiss air quality monitoring body IQAir, India has been declared as the third-most polluted country, following Bangladesh and Pakistan. With an average annual PM2.5 concentration of 54.4 micrograms per cubic metre, Indias air quality continues to pose a significant concern, as per reports. Notably, the... The post India Ranks 3rd In Global Pollution, Guwahati 2nd Most Polluted City appeared first on Northeast Today .

North East Today 19 Mar 2024 4:13 pm

Stop Blaming Global South, US Emission Is 25 Times Indian Emissions Per Capita: Ex-Executive Director UNEP

Speaking at the CNN-News18 Rising Bharat Summit, Erik Solheim underlined the need to frame the message on environmental movement in a way that evokes love for nature and caters to a wider segment of the audience

News18 19 Mar 2024 4:10 pm

2024 US Presidential elections: Biden heads West to secure his standing in Nevada and Arizona

President Joe Biden is embarking on a three-day campaign swing aimed at shoring up his standing in the Sun Belt as part of an aggressive play to reenergize vital parts of his 2020 electoral coalition. Much of Biden's time on this trip this week, which includes stops in Nevada, Arizona and Texas, will be geared toward courting the Latino voters who helped power his coalition in 2020 and to emphasizing his pro-union, pro-abortion rights message. The Democratic president's first stop Tuesday is in Reno, Nevada, where he will meet with local officials and campaign volunteers in Washoe County before heading to Las Vegas to promote his administration's housing policies. Next he'll travel to Phoenix for another campaign stop in a critical swing county paired with an event talking up what he has done to bolster the computer chip manufacturing sector. Biden's push with Latino voters this week, which includes the formal launch of the Latinos con Biden-Harris (Spanish for Latinos with Biden-Harris) initiative on Tuesday, is also part of the campaign's broader efforts to put in place the infrastructure to re-engage various constituencies that will be critical to the president's reelection. That effort is all the more crucial as key parts of Biden's base, such as Black and Hispanic adults, have become increasingly disenchanted with the president's performance in office. In an AP-NORC poll conducted in February, 38% of U.S. adults approved of how Biden was handling his job. Nearly 6 in 10 Black adults (58%) approved, compared to 36% of Hispanic adults. Black adults are more likely than white and Hispanic adults to approve of Biden, but that approval has dropped in the three years since Biden took office. Biden's reelection campaign, along with allied Democratic groups, has opened offices in Washoe County and in specific areas of Las Vegas that aides said will help the campaign to target Black, Latino and Asian American voters. Bilingual campaign organizers are already in place in Arizona, and the campaign has opened an office in Maryvale, a major Latino community in Phoenix. The campaign has hired more than 40 staffers in Nevada and Arizona. Campaign officials believe that tuned-out voters are starting to pay attention to the reality of a rematch between Biden and former President Donald Trump now that the two candidates have clinched their respective nominations. They're trying to boost coalition-building efforts in battleground states now that the matchup is set, using the energy coming out of Biden's State of the Union earlier this month to jolt their campaign momentum. That includes, for example, ensuring that chapters are in place across college campuses so that students have a place to organize and that campaign offices are open and stocked with yard signs, campaign literature and other materials. Democrats are hoping that Trump and the GOP will struggle to catch up in key states. The campaign has already established Women for Biden-Harris, an effort led by first lady Jill Biden to mobilize female voters who were a vital part of Biden's winning coalition in 2020, as well as Students for Biden-Harris, which will focus on getting young voters organized and active. Latinos con Biden-Harris will formally launch at Biden's Phoenix stop on Tuesday and include other campaign events, such as volunteer trainings and house parties, in other battleground states including Nevada, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Wisconsin later this week. This isn't stuff that you can just stand up. This is stuff that requires work, Quentin Fulks, principal deputy campaign manager for the Biden campaign, said in an interview. It does require training. It does require making sure that your volunteers and supporters have what they need on the ground. Meanwhile, the Republican National Committee dismissed dozens of staffers after new leaders closely aligned with Trump took over last week. Those let go include people who worked at the party's community centers that helped build relationships with minority groups in some Democratic-leaning areas. The committee's new leadership has since insisted that those centers will remain open. The RNC, already strapped for cash, is also trying to bat away assumptions that it'll pay for Trump's ever-escalating legal bills as he faces multiple criminal cases. Still, the Biden campaign and the broader Democratic Party are confronting their own struggles, despite their cash and organizational advantages. On top of Biden's weaker job performance numbers, Democrats are seeing less support from key voting blocs come election time: While Biden won 63% of Hispanic voters in 2020, that percentage shrunk to 57% for Democratic candidates in the 2022 midterms, according to AP VoteCast, a survey of the national electorate. Despite the waning approval numbers, campaign officials say they are confident that once the contrast between the president's agenda and Trump's plans for a second term are presented to disillusioned members of Biden's coalition, they will ultimately back the president. I can say this as a Latina, we always come late to the party. We like to make a grand entrance, said Democratic strategist Maria Cardona. I think that's what you will see again because when it comes down to people making a real decision that is consequential to their future, the future of their children, the future of their communities, it's not some random phone call from an anonymous pollster I think that the Democratic coalition will come home. Alongside the campaign stops, the administration is pairing official White House events on matters that have particular significance in the two states. In Arizona, Biden will continue talking up a law he signed encouraging domestic manufacturing of computer chips, which has already spurred significant private investment in the state, especially in Phoenix. And in Nevada, Biden will continue promoting a new housing proposal that would offer a mortgage relief credit for first-time homebuyers and a seller's tax credit to encourage homeowners to offload their starter homes. The issue of housing is sure to resonate in Nevada, where home prices have nearly doubled since early 2016, according to Zillow, the online real estate marketplace. As the president has said, the bottom line is, we have to build, build, build, said Lael Brainard, the director of the White House National Economic Council. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., stressed that Democrats cannot take the state which has not voted for a Republican presidential candidate since 2004 for granted, even as she dismissed some polling that shows Trump with an edge in Nevada. You got to be there talking to voters, particularly in Nevada, Cortez Masto said. It's still small enough, it's 3 million people, they expect you to show up, right? It's a swing state. It's very diverse. And people just expect that type of engagement, so they can decide for themselves. Biden's three-day trip will wrap up in Texas, where he will host a trio of fundraisers in Dallas and Houston.

The New Indian Express 19 Mar 2024 4:09 pm

Sri Lankan President Wickremesinghe Readies Cabinet for Upcoming Presidential Election

Colombo: President Ranil Wickremesinghe of Sri Lanka has directed his Cabinet to gear up for the upcoming presidential election scheduled for later this year. This move comes as the financially struggling nation works to bounce back from its most severe economic downturn. According to the country's electoral regulations, the next presidential election must be called by the elections commission by September and conducted by mid-November. While parliamentary elections are not slated until August 2025, President Wickremesinghe holds the authority to dissolve the 225-member Assembly, elected in August 2020, at any time to call for early elections. Putting an end to speculations, President Wickremesinghe confirmed during a Cabinet meeting on Monday that the presidential election will precede any parliamentary polls. He instructed the Cabinet to make necessary preparations for the upcoming election, as reported by the Daily Mirror news portal on Tuesday, citing reliable sources. Referring to the Constitution, the 74-year-old President emphasized that the presidential election takes precedence, and arrangements will be made accordingly. This election marks the first since Sri Lanka plummeted into a severe economic crisis in 2022. The financially strapped nation, grappling with acute shortages of vital commodities like food and fuel, declared bankruptcy, sparking widespread protests that led to the resignation and subsequent departure of then-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa from the island nation. Wickremesinghe was elected via a parliamentary vote following Gotabaya's resignation in 2022. He can serve the remaining term of Gotabaya Rajapaksa, which concludes in November of this year. Furthermore, this election unfolds against the backdrop of an ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF) recovery program initiated last year. Opposition members have criticized the program, raising concerns about heavy taxation and privatization plans aimed at meeting predefined targets. A Cabinet statement released last month disclosed that an allocation of Rs 10 billion has been designated within the financial capacity of the government to cover expenses related to the presidential and general elections. Is India About to Revolutionize Global Trade? Many Countries Eager to Trade in Rupees Russia Elections 2024: Putin Casts Online Vote on Opening Day of Presidential Race

News Track 19 Mar 2024 4:08 pm

Highly Flawed: US Academic Babones Questions Press Freedom Surveys

Salvatore Babones said the most egregious example was when India was ranked 20 places lower than Hong Kong despite rapid erosion of press freedoms in the special administrative region.

News18 19 Mar 2024 4:06 pm

Here's how to deal with stress at workplace

Workplace stress is a harsh reality that needs to be addressed both at the individual level as well as by the management, said mental health experts on Tuesday, amid the recent news of two recent deaths due to stress at work: one by heart attack and another by suicide.

IBTimes 19 Mar 2024 4:03 pm

Disha Patani opts for floral bralette, thigh-high slit skirt at award show; netizens unimpressed

Disha Patani made a head-turning appearance at the red carpet. She wore a bralette blouse and a flared skirt, which featured a thigh-high slit. Disha completed her look with a pair of heels and tied her hair up into a neat braid. The actor flaunted her mid-riff looking breathtakingly gorgeous.

IBTimes 19 Mar 2024 3:58 pm

Gazans Facing Severe Levels Of Acute Food Insecurity: Blinken

US secretary of state Antony Blinken said delivery of humanitarian aid into the Palestinian territory should be done with urgency.

News18 19 Mar 2024 3:58 pm

Flipkart joins forces with IIT-Delhi to revolutionise online shopping experience [see how]

The partnership between Flipkart and IIT-Delhi is a testament to the evolving role of technology in the e-commerce sector, as it integrates advanced data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning in creating more personalized and data-driven shopping experiences for customers.

IBTimes 19 Mar 2024 3:53 pm

Konstantin Koltsov, former Belarusian NHL player, dies aged 42

Koltsov was the boyfriend of tennis player Aryna Sabalenka Olympian played for Pittsburgh Penguins from 2002-06 Konstantin Koltsov, the Belarusian former pro ice hockey player and boyfriend of tennis player Aryna Sabalenka, has died at the age of 42, the Russian club Salavat Yulaev announced in a statement on Tuesday. Forward Koltsov played for the Belarus national team in the 2002 and 2010 Olympics and spent parts of three seasons with the National Hockey Leagues Pittsburgh Penguins from 2002 and 2006. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 3:51 pm

Labour MP apologises for swearing in Commons

Clive Lewis, the MP for Norwich South, says he is sorry for his outburst as he left the chamber.

BBC 19 Mar 2024 3:49 pm

Tripura By-Election: LF Nominee Ratan Das Urges Ramnagar to Elect Strong Opposition Amidst Developmental Stagnation

Agartala, March 19, 2024: Ratan Das, the Left Fronts nominee for the upcoming Ramnagar by-election in Tripura, is reaching out to his electorate, urging them to elect him as their representative in the state assembly. He is bringing attention to critical issues such as the escalating cost of living, the lack of job opportunities, and... The post Tripura By-Election: LF Nominee Ratan Das Urges Ramnagar to Elect Strong Opposition Amidst Developmental Stagnation appeared first on Northeast Today .

North East Today 19 Mar 2024 3:42 pm

Real complain as referee omits abuse of Vinicius Jr

Real Madrid file a complaint against the referee who took charge of Saturday's game at Osasuna for not including allegations of racist abuse of Vinicius Jr in his match report.

BBC 19 Mar 2024 3:41 pm

Russian Nuclear Sub That Can Dive 8200 Feet Set For Comeback After Fatal Fire On Last Mission

Russias AS-31 deep-diving nuclear-powered submarine, popularly known as Losharik, is set to be tested in June or July. The nuclear submarine is set to return to duty, five years after it caught fire during underwater research off the coast of the Kola Peninsula. The spy submarine, whose NATO reporting name is NORSUB-5, has been undergoing repairs and refurbishment since 2019 when a fire on board killed 14 sailors. Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, President Putin has made beefing up the country's military capabilities a priority.

News18 19 Mar 2024 3:38 pm

Dyson's all-new hair dryer, Supersonic Nural is here: Guaranteed to turn heads literally!

Dyson's latest hair dryer, the Supersonic Nural, is the newest addition to the company's unique and premium range of hair care products. Find out what sets this apart?

IBTimes 19 Mar 2024 3:37 pm

Its been rocky but childcare is a silver lining: how one UK family copes with soaring living costs

The Dalys in Norwich say budget made little difference and they are sticking to cost-saving measures I think weve got used to it, says Jess Daly with some resignation of the experience of juggling family finances in a cost of living crisis that is now into its third year. The latest UK inflation data for February is due out on Wednesday, with analysts expecting the headline rate to fall to 3.6%. In January the figure remained unchanged at 4% , as rising gas and electricity bills were offset by the first fall in food prices in more than two years and winter sale bargains. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 3:30 pm

The end of landlords: the surprisingly simple solution to the UK housing crisis

Mass-scale housebuilding isnt necessary there is already enough housing stock. But we need to learn the wisdom of the last century when it comes to landlordism Speaking against his own governments renters reform bill last autumn , the Tory grandee Sir Edward Leigh told MPs: I was able to buy my first house although it was a bit of a struggle for 25,000. The opportunities for young people are so difficult now. Younger people are overwhelmingly reliant on the rental sector, Leigh conceded, but the problem as he saw it was one of supply: We have to build many more houses, and we have to free up the rented sector. What never seems to occur to Leigh, his parliamentary colleagues, or indeed his entire generation, is to look seriously at what has changed between their time and ours. The forthcoming general election is once again likely to be dominated by claims about a housing shortage and a dire need to build more homes. Housebuilding is an article of faith across the political spectrum. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 3:30 pm

Arts funding has collapsed under 14 years of Tory rule. Here are three ways Labour can fix it | Charlotte Higgins

When access to culture is downgraded, the arts are sidelined in schools and civic spaces are neglected, we all lose out Our writers and experts name the pledges Labour must include in its manifesto The arts are one of Britains strongest suits. Music, theatre, museums and art, literature, the screen industry all are fundamental to the way the country is seen overseas, and of profound importance to citizens quality of life. A confident cultural scene makes a city, town or region a better place to live, stimulates the economy, and acts as a resource for peoples delight, education and health. The problem is that over the past 14 years, England has been cutting off this huge resource at the root. (So have, to a greater or lesser extent, the devolved administrations, but that is another story less relevant to an incoming Westminster parliamentary minister.) Central government and local authority funding for the arts has collapsed, and access to culture has been downgraded in schools. That blocks pathways for those who could become the artists of the future, and for those who could become engaged, enriched audiences, too. In short: inequality of access to the arts and therefore social and educational inequality is being baked into the structure of Britain. Charlotte Higgins is the Guardians chief culture writer Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 3:30 pm

Why do pop stars align themselves with astrology? Heaven knows | Elle Hunt

Ariana Grande, SZA and Kacey Musgraves are just a few of the musicians to invoke astral powers in their songs. Its a reach for relatability but what does it mean for songwriting? Seven years ago, I was flicking through a magazine at the hairdressers when I came to my horoscope. My eye was caught by a line informing me and my fellow Pisceans that we were in the final stretch of a punishing three-year visit from Saturn, the taskmaster planet, but pretty soon everything was going to be fine. It sounds anodyne but I needed to hear it. I was 25 and mired in my first real heartbreak, two years into an overseas move and uncertain of whether to stick it out. Elle magazines 2017 Astro Guide might not have been authoritative, but it did make me feel more optimistic about the future. It was my first encounter with the theory of the Saturn return: that in the 29-ish years it takes Saturn to orbit the sun from the point of our birth, a confronting initiation into adulthood ensues. Its a revelation thats hit pop recently. Ariana Grande included a 42-second spoken-word explainer from astrologer Diana Garland on her new album Eternal Sunshine. On new single Saturn, SZA expresses weariness with her self-destructive behaviours and yearns to channel the consistency and discipline associated with the planet: Lifes better on Saturn / Got to break this pattern / Of floating away. Kacey Musgraves begins Deeper Well, the title track of her new album, by declaring my Saturn has returned. (The same phrase is also emblazoned on sweatshirts, selling for $60 on her online store.) Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 3:28 pm

Kate again? Queen Elizabeth photo now turns out to be photoshopped

Kate again Queen Elizabeth photo now turns out to be photoshopped

India Today 19 Mar 2024 3:26 pm

Meta offers to cut Facebook, Instagram monthly fees to 5.99 euros

Meta Platforms has offered to cut a monthly subscription fee for Facebook and Instagram to 5.99 euros from 9.99 euros following discussions with regulators, a senior Meta executive said on Tuesday.

The Economic Times 19 Mar 2024 3:22 pm

Assam: NIT Silchar Campus Grapples With Tuberculosis Outbreak, 11 Students Tested Positive

A health crisis has descended upon the National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Silchar, Assam, as authorities grapple with a sudden outbreak of Tuberculosis (TB) disease. Shockingly, eleven students from the institute have been diagnosed with TB, raising urgent concerns within the campus community, as reported. The outbreak, which has unfolded with alarming speed over... The post Assam: NIT Silchar Campus Grapples With Tuberculosis Outbreak, 11 Students Tested Positive appeared first on Northeast Today .

North East Today 19 Mar 2024 3:22 pm

Tripura Police Seize Yaba Tablets Worth Rs 3 Crore; Confiscates Cash of Rs 1.34 Crore in Sonamura

Agartala, March 19, 2024: In a late-night operation conducted on Monday, Tripura police and Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, successfully intercepted a significant cache of yaba tablets with an estimated market value amounting to crores of rupees. According to Police Official Sashimohan Das, who addressed the press regarding the operation, intelligence gathered from undisclosed sources... The post Tripura Police Seize Yaba Tablets Worth Rs 3 Crore; Confiscates Cash of Rs 1.34 Crore in Sonamura appeared first on Northeast Today .

North East Today 19 Mar 2024 3:20 pm

Messi fans to get 50 percent refund for Hong Kong fiasco

A sell-out crowd paid from 880 Hong Kong dollars ($110) to see the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner in action on February 4 in an Inter Miami tour match against a Hong Kong select XI.

The Daily Star 19 Mar 2024 3:18 pm

Man arrested for attempted rape of child in Gazipur

Police last night arrested a man in a case filed over the attempted rape of a 12-year-old child of a garment worker in Pubail area of Gazipur city

The Daily Star 19 Mar 2024 3:18 pm

Security forces in Tripura seize drugs worth Rs 3 crore

AGARTALA: Security forces in Tripura have seized drugs worth at least Rs 3 crore. Personnel of the Tripura police and Border Security Force (BSF), in a coordinated effort, dealt a significant blow to drug smuggling operations in the state. The security personnel seized Yaba tablets worth Rs 3 crore at a village in Tripura. The [] The post Security forces in Tripura seize drugs worth Rs 3 crore appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

NorthEast Now 19 Mar 2024 3:18 pm

Rachel Reeves says Labour wants inclusive version of decade of renewal that followed Thatchers election in 1979 UK politics live

Shadow chancellor to deliver prestigious Mais lecture and will announce plans to rewire the Treasury A Labour party selection contest is being investigated by the police over allegations of computer misuse after reports of a data breach, PA Media reports. PA says: The selection process for a parliamentary candidate in Croydon East was paused by the party in November last year after complaints that data on local members provided to some candidates was inaccurate and allegations the membership database had been tampered with. Last night the Metropolitan police confirmed they were now investigating the matter, following the conclusion of Labours own inquiry. Rachel Reeves may be promising a new chapter, but it will be the same old Labour. No plan just more borrowing and more taxes exactly how the last Labour government wrecked our economy. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 3:15 pm

CAA row: SC asks Centre to respond within 3 weeks, next hearing on April 9

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, told the bench that he needed four weeks to file a reply to the 20 applications.

DNA India 19 Mar 2024 3:07 pm

Black inmates at Wormwood Scrubs disproportionately subjected to use of force

Little action has been taken on issue at one of UKs most notorious jails, Independent Monitoring Board says Black prisoners are disproportionately subjected to the use of force inside one of Britains most notorious jails, a report has found. The annual report of the Independent Monitoring Board, a statutory body that monitors the treatment of prisoners, found that from June 2022 to May 2023, black prisoners in Wormwood Scrubs were subjected to 43% of use-of-force incidents although they formed just 27% of the prison population. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 3:00 pm

Jaw-droppers: Bentley profits top 500m as rich seek personalised cars

Wealthy are willing to pay more than double the standard price of 170,000, says luxury carmaker The luxury carmaker Bentley is cashing in as more of the worlds richest people opt to spend hundreds of thousands of pounds on levels of personalisation that weve never seen before, the company has said. While households all over the world struggle with inflation and the continued impact of the global energy crisis, its chief executive, Adrian Hallmark, said that our customers can still afford our cars, even if some were hesitating before committing. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 3:00 pm

Did Akshay Kumar avoid Shilpa Shetty, Sushmita Sen at style icon awards? Netizens think so [Watch]

Netizens speculated that Akshay Kumar avoided eye contact with Shilpa Shetty while Sushmita Sen didn't seem to interact with Akshay and Tiger despite being seated in the same row.

IBTimes 19 Mar 2024 2:57 pm

Sikkim assembly elections 2024: SDF accuses SKM of MCC violation

GANGTOK: Opposition party in Sikkim the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) has accused the ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) of violating the model code of conduct (MCC). Former Lok Sabha MP and senior SDF leader PD Rai led a delegation to meet the Sikkim chief electoral officer (CEO) on Tuesday (March 19), lodging allegations of [] The post Sikkim assembly elections 2024: SDF accuses SKM of MCC violation appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

NorthEast Now 19 Mar 2024 2:56 pm

Dhaka stocks suffer major decline for one more day

The DSEX, the benchmark index of the premier bourse of Bangladesh, lost 84 points, or 1.42 percent, to close the day at 5,814

The Daily Star 19 Mar 2024 2:56 pm

Health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza says war death toll at 31,819

The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said Tuesday that at least 31,819 people have been killed in the territory during more than five months of war between Israel and Palestinian militants

The Daily Star 19 Mar 2024 2:45 pm

Photo of Queen Elizabeth II and family was enhanced at source, agency says

Getty Images flags second royal photo days after storm over image of Princess of Wales A second photograph of members of the royal family has been flagged by a global picture agency after it was discovered to have been digitally enhanced at source. Earlier this month, five international picture agencies that initially distributed an image of the Princess of Wales to mark Mothers Day issued so-called kill notices to withdraw it, sparking a huge wave of commentary, speculation and even conspiracy theories. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:43 pm

A narrative of triumph: a powerful 17-acre site in Alabama remembers enslavement

The Freedom Monument Sculpture Park is an expansive new experience that aims to pay an honest tribute to courage and resilience as an American equivalent to a Holocaust memorial The morning after our whipping, we all had to go to work, as if nothing had happened. I was so sore I could hardly do anything, recalled James Matthews, who, like many enslaved people after a severe whipping, ran away into the woods. I have known a great many who never came back; they were whipped so bad they never got well, but died in the woods, and their bodies have been found by people hunting. White men come in sometimes with collars and chains and bells, which they had taken from dead slaves. They just take off their irons and then leave them, and think no more about them. This quotation from Matthewss Recollections of Slavery by a Runaway Slave (1838) appears on a panel in the woodland setting of the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park in Montgomery, Alabama, a seamless blend of art and history opening on the banks of the Alabama River on 27 March. It is one of many first-person accounts that serve as a rebuke to historical amnesia, to deletion by indifference, to those who think no more about them. The parks artefacts and sculptures and its climactic monument are a radical act of remembrance rooted in a sense of place. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:43 pm

AI Can Identify Clinically Anxious Youth Based On Brain Structure: Study

Artificial intelligence (AI) can help recognise individuals with anxiety disorders based on their unique brain structure, according to a study.

NDTV 19 Mar 2024 2:42 pm

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari's Daughter Aseefa To Make Poll Debut

Aseefa Bhutto, the youngest daughter of Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari, has taken a plunge into the country's tumultuous politics by filing her candidacy for the bypoll at a National Assembly seat in Sindh Province vacated by her father.

NDTV 19 Mar 2024 2:40 pm

Japan saw record 2.79 million visitors in February due to Lunar New Year boost

Arrivals in February were 7.1 per centhigher than in 2019 when the Lunar New Year also fell in the second month of the year rather than the first.

Zee Biz 19 Mar 2024 2:39 pm

JnU student's suicide: Assistant proctor sent to jail after remand

Jagannath University (JnU) assistant proctor Din Islam was sent to jail today on completion of his remand in the case filed over instigating death by suicide of law student Fairuz Abantika

The Daily Star 19 Mar 2024 2:35 pm

Shohei Ohtani Drives Huge Ticket Demand Across MLB

With huge demand to see the baseball superstar play for the Dodgers, M.L.B. teamed up with a Japanese travel agency. Fans began plotting trips.

The New York Times 19 Mar 2024 2:34 pm

Lok Sabha Elections Security in Tripura: 70 Companies of Central Forces Deployed for Electoral Process

Agartala, March 19, 2024: In a bid to uphold the integrity of the electoral process, approximately 70 companies of central forces have been dispatched to Tripura, as revealed by a senior police official on Tuesday. This substantial deployment aims to facilitate free and fair polling in the northeastern state. With the West Tripura Lok Sabha... The post Lok Sabha Elections Security in Tripura: 70 Companies of Central Forces Deployed for Electoral Process appeared first on Northeast Today .

North East Today 19 Mar 2024 2:33 pm

Situation Calm: Taliban Says Fighting Halted On Af-Pak Border After Pakistan Air Strikes

The Taliban government said the situation along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border is calm.

News18 19 Mar 2024 2:33 pm

Raducanu withdraws from Miami Open through injury

Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from this week's Miami Open with a lower back injury.

BBC 19 Mar 2024 2:32 pm

Mainland Chinese surge into Hong Kong property after stamp duties scrapped

Mainland Chinese drive surge in Hong Kong home purchases post-stamp duty removal, impacting market dynamics. Confidence falters in mainland housing market. Prices remain low with transaction volumes expected to recover moderately.

The Times of India 19 Mar 2024 2:32 pm

How Anti-Immigrant Anger Has Divided a Small Irish Town

A continuing protest in the town of Roscrea symbolizes a surge in hostility toward migrants in Ireland that is fueled by a housing crisis and far-right influencers.

The New York Times 19 Mar 2024 2:31 pm

Varanasi Lok Sabha Constituency: Thingstoknow

The Lok Sabha 2024 elections are planned to start on April 14, and the results will be declared on June 4. Uttar Pradesh, with 80 Lok Sabha constituencies, will witness this year's polls in seven phases.

DNA India 19 Mar 2024 2:31 pm

US election 2024 primaries: intrigue in down-ballot races as Trump-Biden rematch set

Ohio Republicans choose their nominee in key Senate race while California seeks to replace former speaker Kevin McCarthy With a rematch set between Joe Biden and Donald Trump after both candidates crossed the delegate threshold needed to clinch their parties presidential nominations, suspense around the next wave of Tuesday primaries shifts to a handful of key down-ballot races. Five states Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Kansas and Ohio will hold their presidential nominating contests on Tuesday. Trump and Biden are expected to sail to victory, growing their delegate counts in a march toward this summers conventions, where they will officially secure their parties nomination. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:30 pm

Trump ally Peter Navarro to begin prison term after contempt conviction

Navarro, convicted for refusing to cooperate with House January 6 committee, to report to Miami facility with zoo next door Peter Navarro, a former trade adviser to Donald Trump, was on Tuesday set to become the first former White House official ever jailed for contempt of Congress. Sentenced to four months in prison for refusing to cooperate with the House January 6 committee, the 74-year-old economist appealed all the way to the US supreme court, claiming he could not testify as his work with Trump on attempts to overturn the 2020 election was covered by executive privilege. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:30 pm

This will change womens soccer: why KC Currents stadium has set a new standard

Players in Kansas City used to get changed in parking lots. On Saturday, the citys latest club opened the first purpose-built stadium for a womens professional sports team Through strength, speed and courage, Temwa Chawinga created an opening in the Portland defense. She sprinted past a defender to beat oncoming Portland goalkeeper Shelby Hogan to the ball, which spilled out into space. Teenager Alex Pfeiffer saw an opportunity, closed in and buried her left-footed strike. Music, smoke and pyrotechnics burst from the Kansas City Riverfront. Kansas City Current led Portland Thorns, 5-1. The brand-new CPKC Stadium, the worlds first purpose-built for a womens professional sports team, billowed with the joy of 11,500 fans in the midday Missouri sun. At 16 years, three months and 20 days old, Pfeiffer became the youngest goalscorer in National Womens Soccer League history. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:30 pm

Shes must see TV: NBA and WNBA on Caitlin Clarks blistering talent

The Iowa star has broken records while producing breathtaking highlight reels. How will she cope in the NCAA Tournament and the pro game afterwards? There is no bigger name in college basketball than Caitlin Clark at the moment. The Iowa star is becoming a brand unto herself having recently broken both the NCAA womens and mens scoring marks, held previously by Lynette Woodard and Pete Maravich , respectively. She already boasts a net worth estimated to be in the millions . Clark, who started playing in boys leagues when she was five, is the surefire top pick in the upcoming WNBA draft. Standing 6ft, she is a big guard for the womens game, with her passing drawing comparisons to Magic Johnson and her shooting to Steph Curry. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:30 pm

These are the most active investors in Indonesias startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to Indonesia-based startups?

Feed Burner 19 Mar 2024 2:30 pm

Slovakias opposition sounds alarm over Russia tilt as election looms

Report alleges that candidate asked Hungary to help arrange visit to Moscow in 2020 when prime minister to boost popularity Slovakia risks moving further away from the west, government critics have warned, as a report alleged that a presidential candidate aligned with the countrys populist prime minister, Robert Fico, had previously sought an invitation to Russia to boost his position at home. Slovaks will vote in a presidential election on 23 March, in what many consider to be a test for the countrys democracy and future within Europe. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:27 pm

6 former Mississippi law officers to be sentenced for torture of 2 Black men

Six former Mississippi law enforcement officers who pleaded guilty to a long list of state and federal charges for torturing two Black men will be sentenced by a federal judge starting Tuesday. U.S. District Judge Tom Lee will sentence two defendants each day on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday after twice delaying the proceedings. Each faces the potential of decades behind bars. The former law officers admitted in August to subjecting Michael Corey Jenkins and Eddie Terrell Parker to numerous acts of racially motivated, violent torture. In a January 2023 episode, the group of six burst into a Rankin County home without a warrant and assaulted Michael Corey Jenkins and Eddie Parker with stun guns, a sex toy and other objects. The terror began on Jan. 24, 2023, with a racist call for extrajudicial violence. A white person phoned Rankin County Deputy Brett McAlpin and complained that two Black men were staying with a white woman at a house in Braxton, Mississippi. McAlpin told Deputy Christian Dedmon, who texted a group of white deputies so willing to use excessive force they called themselves The Goon Squad. Once inside, they handcuffed Jenkins and his friend Eddie Terrell Parker and poured milk, alcohol and chocolate syrup over their faces. They forced them to strip naked and shower together to conceal the mess. They mocked the victims with racial slurs and shocked them with stun guns. After a mock execution went awry when Jenkins was shot in the mouth, they devised a coverup that included planting drugs and a gun. False charges stood against Jenkins and Parker for months. Ahead of sentencing, Jenkins and Parker called for the stiffest of sentences at a news conference Monday. It's been very hard for me, for us, Jenkins said. We are hoping for the best and preparing for the worst. Jenkins suffered a lacerated tongue and broken jaw. He still has trouble speaking and eating. Malik Shabazz, an attorney representing both men, said the result of the sentencing hearings could have national implications. Michael Jenkins and Eddie Parker continue to suffer emotionally and physically since this horrific and bloody attack by Rankin County deputies, Shabazz said. A message must be sent to police in Mississippi and all over America, that level of criminal conduct will be met with the harshest of consequences. Months before federal prosecutors announced charges in August 2023, an investigation by The Associated Press linked some of the deputies to at least four violent encounters with Black men since 2019 that left two dead and another with lasting injuries. The officers charged include McAlpin, Dedmon, Hunter Elward, Jeffrey Middleton and Daniel Opdyke of the Rankin County Sheriff's Department and Joshua Hartfield, a Richland police officer. They pleaded guilty to charges including conspiracy against rights, obstructions of justice, deprivation of rights under color of law, discharge of a firearm under a crime of violence, and conspiracy to obstruct justice. Most of their lawyers did not immediately respond to emails requesting comment Monday. Jason Kirschberg, representing Opdyke, said: Daniel has accepted responsibility for his actions, and his failures to act. ... He has admitted he was wrong and feels deep remorse for the pain he caused the victims. On the federal charges, Dedmon and Elward each face a maximum sentence of 120 years plus life in prison and $2.75 million in fines. Hartfield faces a possible sentence of 80 years and $1.5 million, McAlpin faces 90 years and $1.75 million, Middleton faces 80 years and $1.5 million, and Opdyke could be sentenced to 100 years with a $2 million fine. The former officers agreed to prosecutor-recommended sentences ranging from five to 30 years in state court, but time served for separate convictions at the state level will run concurrently with the potentially longer federal sentences. The majority-white Rankin County is just east of the state capital, Jackson, home to one of the highest percentages of Black residents of any major U.S. city. The officers warned Jenkins and Parker to stay out of Rankin County and go back to Jackson or 'their side' of the Pearl River, court documents say, referencing an area with higher concentrations of Black residents. In the gruesome crimes committed by men tasked with enforcing the law, federal prosecutors saw echoes of Mississippi's dark history, including the 1964 killing of three civil rights workers after a deputy handed them off to the Ku Klux Klan. For months, Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey, whose deputies committed the crimes, said little about the episode. After the officers pleaded guilty in August, Bailey said the officers had gone rogue and promised to change the department. Jenkins and Parker have called for his resignation, and they have filed a $400 million civil lawsuit against the department.

The New Indian Express 19 Mar 2024 2:17 pm

ShopBack cuts 24% of staff in push for sustainability

CEO Henry Chan said ShopBack approached its headcount reductions by redesigning from scratch a reorganized and lean organizational structure.

Feed Burner 19 Mar 2024 2:16 pm

Sexual exploitation drives 37% rise in profits from forced labour, ILO says

International Labour Organization report says profits have risen to 184bn a year, with 27m people globally trapped in modern slavery Sex traffickers are making an average of 21,000 a year from each of their victims as profits from forced labour around the world soar, according to new estimates from the International Labour Organisation (ILO). The ILO, a UN agency, said the annual global profits from forced labour had risen to $236bn (185bn) as record numbers of people were forced into modern slavery. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:15 pm

Unilever to split off ice cream business

Wall's, Ben & Jerry's and Magnum are among the brands that will be spun-off as part of a restructuring plan.

BBC 19 Mar 2024 2:12 pm

Middle East crisis live: Marwan Issa, key Hamas organiser behind 7 October attacks, killed, says US

White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said Issa had been killed last week in an Israeli operation See all our Israel-Gaza war coverage Hani Mahmoud , reporting from Rafah for Al Jazeera, says that airstrikes continue in the vicinity of the al-Shifa hospital complex. He writes Residential buildings are being relentlessly bombed. Weve heard of two buildings at the northern gate of al-Shifa hospital being completely destroyed. Weve also heard from the southern part of the complex of one more residential building attacked, and a mosque to its west. Amos Harel in Haaretz offers this analysis of the political calculations that Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu may be making around any possible hostage deal. Harel writes : Political sources still believe that what motivates the prime minister above all is his political survival and hold on power as his criminal trial progresses. To this end, Netanyahu needs more time, and therefore any delay in indirect negotiations with Hamas serves his interests, despite his declared commitment to rescuing the hostages. Netanyahus opposition to a possible hostage deal does not appear to be principled or sweeping. From his perspective, the major problem is a prolonged ceasefire that could herald the end of the war. The structure of the deal currently being discussed speaks of a six-week ceasefire, during which a first tranche of Israeli hostages will be returned in exchange for the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, some of whom are considered high-profile. Even if talks run aground on a second phase of a deal in which Israeli soldiers and younger men held by Hamas are expected to be released it will probably be several more weeks before fighting resumes. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:11 pm

Rain likely in Khulna div, Dhaka and other parts

Rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty or squally wind may occur at many places in Khulna division and few places in other seven divisions in next 24 hours from 9:00am today, the Met office said

The Daily Star 19 Mar 2024 2:08 pm

Russia-Ukraine war live: development of drones key to giving Kyiv advantage over numerically superior Russian forces

Ukraines commander-in-chief says drones could give country qualitative advantage over Russian forces Hello and welcome to the Guardians live coverage of the war in Ukraine . The development of drones is key to give Kyiv an advantage over a numerically superior Russian forces, Ukraines commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi , has said. Following his landslide presidential election win condemned as illegitimate by western leaders Russias president, Vladimir Putin, addressed a crowd at a Red Square pop concert on Monday to mark 10 years since Russias annexation of the Crimean peninsula from Ukraine. Putin, who was basking in his election victory, told the crowd that Crimea was the pride of Russia and that the Black Sea peninsula had come back to its native harbour when Moscow annexed the region. Through decades, they carried faith in their fatherland. They never separated themselves from Russia and thats what allowed Crimea to return to our common family, he said. The official tally from the three-day election was a 87.28% share of the vote for Putin, which the Kremlin on Monday portrayed as a dominant victory, saying the results showed that the people had consolidated around the Russian president. Ukrainian troops are strengthening fortifications in the Sumy region , in the north-east of the country, an official has been quoted as telling the Ukrainian news agency Ukrinform . The defence forces in the Sumy region perform combat tasks to protect the state border and prevent Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups and the Russian military from crossing the border, Vadym Mysnyk said. The EU is preparing to levy tariffs on grain imports from Russia and Belarus to placate farmers and some member states, the Financial Times reported. The European Commission is in the coming days expected to impose a duty of 95 (81) per tonne on cereals from Russia and Belarus, the FT said, adding that tariffs of 50% would also be placed on oil seeds and derived products. Russian attacks against Ukraine have killed four people and injured six others over the past day, damaging homes and civilian infrastructure, regional officials reported on Tuesday. Russia reportedly targeted nine Ukrainian regions Dnipropetrovsk , Sumy , Mykolaiv , Luhansk , Zaporizhzhia , Chernihiv , Kherson , Kharkiv , and Donetsk , with the casualties being killed in the latter three oblasts. The Republican US senator, Lindsey Graham, said he was confident an aid package stalled by Republican opposition in the US Congress would soon be approved, but called for aid to take the form of a low-interest, waivable loan. He and other Republicans have backed the notion of loans rather than grants for US allies to make the expenditure more sustainable and popular, a plan espoused by former president Donald Trump, the likely Republican candidate in the 2024 presidential election. Turkeys president, Recep Tayyip Erdoan , on Monday congratulated Putin on his re-election and offered to mediate between Moscow and Ukraine, the Turkish presidency announced. Turkeys top diplomat, Hakan Fidan, also hit out at dangerous rhetoric coming from both Europe and Moscow. This war must end, Fidan said in an interview with CNN Turk aired on Monday evening. On both sides, tens of thousands of mothers are burying their children and its continuing. Both sides have only too much to lose and nothing to gain, he said. EU foreign ministers strongly support taking the revenues from frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said. I am not saying there was unanimity but [there was] a strong consensus to take this decision, Borrell told reporters on Monday after a meeting with the ministers held in Brussels. The Council of the European Union ratified an agreement to increase the EUs support for the Ukrainian military by 5bn (4.3bn) through a dedicated assistance fund. The EU said the money would fund training and both lethal and non-lethal military gear. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 2:07 pm

Explained: Pakistan airstrikes in Afghanistan, deterioration of Islamabad-Taliban ties

Pakistan on Monday conducted two airstrikes in the provinces of Paktika and Khost in Afghanistan, increasing tensions between the two countries.

NewsBytes 19 Mar 2024 2:05 pm

11 students from top Kenyan university killed in bus crash

A bus carrying students from a top Kenyan university collided with a truck on a busy highway after skidding in heavy rain, killing 11 of them and injuring 42 seriously, police said

The Daily Star 19 Mar 2024 1:53 pm

Siddhalepa Liv-Pro recognized at the International Innovation Awards 2023

The Hettigoda Industries proudly announces that Siddhalepa Liv-Pro, their Ayurvedic food supplement containing Heenbovitiya & Aloevera has been honored at the International Innovation Awards 2023, organized by Enterprise Asia. This recognition underscores Siddhalepa Liv-Pros exceptional contribution to the industry through innovations, standing out among 200 entries from 20 countries and 16 diverse industries. Director Research and Development at the Hettigoda Group, Mrs. Lankani Hettigoda, expressed enthusiasm about the award, stating, We are thrilled that Siddhalepa Liv-Pro has been acknowledged under the product category at the International Innovation Awards 2023. This accolade is a testament to our commitment to innovation excellence and cutting-edge solutions that make a positive impact on modern living through traditional ayurveda knowledge. The International Innovation Awards 2023, held in Taipei, Taiwan, marked the 7th edition of the program. The organizer, Enterprise Asia stated the purpose of Innovation Award as to inspire innovation in all enterprises across all industries to improve the way of living of the society. The event attracted over 300 innovation experts, industry leaders, and policymakers from around the globe, emphasizing the importance of sustainable growth and positive societal impact. Hettigoda Industries Pvt Limited developed Liv-Pro capsule in a convenient format which will match with modern consumers treatment methods. It contains Heen Bovitiya (Osbeckia octandra) and Aloe Vera considering the synergistic effect of the two plants. This combination was found to have the strongest bio activity containing the highest percentage of Gallic Acid, a major compound responsible for hypatoprotective activity. Liv-Pro was launched into the Sri Lankan market after conducting research trials at the Siddhalepa Ayurveda Hospital with patients who had sought treatment there. Through numerous experiments involving stability analysis, the results demonstrated that Liv-Pro is one of the best food supplements for liver diseases offering high antioxidant properties. This is designed to lower the individuals SGOT/SGPT levels. The product is registered with the Department of Ayurveda, Ministry of Health Sri Lanka, meeting the organizations standards for Ayurvedic medicines. It is manufactured at a facility which complies to GMP and ISO Standards. Siddhalepa Liv-Pros innovative approach to liver health aligns with the Hettigoda Groups broader commitment to sustainable innovation. As the Research and Development Director affirms, We believe innovation alone has no meaning unless it is to improve the quality and well-being of the society, and Siddhalepa will continue to be a brand that will be a steppingstone in Ayurvedic discoveries, locally and globally.

ADAderana 19 Mar 2024 1:48 pm

Prince Harry, Meghan's Individual Bios Removed From Royal Family Website

The Royal family's website also mentions a link to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's new website which was launched in February.

NDTV 19 Mar 2024 1:42 pm

The M.L.B. Season Opens in South Korea. Heres What to Know.

The countrys raucous fan culture will be on display when Major League Baseball opens its season in Seoul. Heres how to cheer and what to eat.

The New York Times 19 Mar 2024 1:40 pm

F1 Q&A: Your questions answered before Australian GP

BBC Sport's chief F1 writer Andrew Benson answers your questions as teams get ready for the Australian Grand Prix.

BBC 19 Mar 2024 1:36 pm

Ohtani Makes South Korean Fans Forget Rivalry With Japan

Baseball fans in South Korea have embraced the superstar from Japan, despite the longtime rivalry and history between the two countries.

The New York Times 19 Mar 2024 1:36 pm

Sensex down by 600 points, FMCG stocks among top losers

Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) stocks are trading weak on Tuesday with the sectoral index down 1.9 per cent.

IBTimes 19 Mar 2024 1:36 pm

PEPSI Welcomes Summers with a New Campaign and a Brand-New Look with Jacqueline Fernandez

Pepsi unveils new summer campaign; recreates iconic international commercial with Jacqueline Fernandez, emphasizing the Refreshing Pepsi, Bold New Look in Sri Lanka Pepsi, the iconic beverage brand, is gearing up to embrace the summer season in Sri Lanka with its latest film starring the charismatic Jacqueline Fernandez . Aligned with the campaign positioning Refreshing Pepsi, Bold New Look , this TVC offers a modern take inspired by Pepsis legendary Cindy Crawford commercial, showcasing a bold makeover of the Pepsi packaging. The film is set at a secluded vintage gas station where two young boys are seen filling their tanks. A girl on a bike soon pulls over at the gas station. She is then seen parking her bike and removing her helmet only to reveal that she is Jacqueline Fernandez, sporting cut-off jean shorts and a white tank top. The film shows Jacqueline taking a swig from the Pepsi can. The boys are seen being awestruck, and the film keeps you guessing whether they are enthralled by Jacquelines presence or by the revamped Pepsi makeover only to innocently reveal that all this while the boys were mesmerized by Pepsi . Speaking on the launch, Anuj Goyal, Associate Director, Sri Lanka Region, PepsiCo, said , We are thrilled to unveil Pepsis latest summer campaign in Sri Lanka, featuring our Refreshing Pepsi, Bold New Look positioning. Our collaboration with the stunning Jacqueline Fernandez perfectly embodies the essence of this campaign, as she seamlessly fits into our vision of recreating the iconic Cindy Crawford commercial. With her charm and energy, we are confident that this new TVC, sporting the brands new look, will make waves and deeply resonate with our audience here in Sri Lanka. Commenting on the new film, actress Jacqueline Fernandez , said, Im excited to team up with Pepsi, a brand Ive always admired, and reimagining the timeless Cindy Crawford ad has been a special journey. Bringing this iconic moment back is an honor, and Im thrilled to be part of a campaign that celebrates the spirit of summer with refreshing Pepsi. This campaign is all about fun, energy, and enjoyment, and I cant wait for my Sri Lankan fans to experience the excitement it brings. Glad to be part of Pepsis revamped bold new look, capturing its iconic essence in a fresh and exciting way. The new Pepsi TVC will be amplified via robust 360-degree campaign spanning TV, digital, outdoor, and social media. Pepsi is available insingle serveand multi serve packs across all modern and traditional retail outlets in Sri Lanka, as well as on leading e-commerce platforms.

ADAderana 19 Mar 2024 1:34 pm

Need to make Hydrogen cleaner and more economical: Govt scientific advisor

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) The five-day Steering Committee Meeting of the 23-nation International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) is being [] The post Need to make Hydrogen cleaner and more economical: Govt scientific advisor appeared first on Sarkaritel.com .

SarkariTel 19 Mar 2024 1:33 pm

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind at 20: a love story thats impossible to forget

Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet forget they used to be in love in a wonderfully inventive and moving reminder of why romantic pain is an important thing to remember The greatest screen romances are usually about failure, not happily ever afters. Love sacrificed. Love unrequited. Love forbidden by social mores or bad timing or the tectonic forces of history. Think Casablanca. Brief Encounter. In the Mood for Love. The Age of Innocence. Moonlight. Considered another way, though, theyre powerful because they end so pristinely, before the banal hassles and petty fissures of everyday life make a mess of things. Give a relationship enough time and Before Sunrise turns into Before Midnight. One of the reasons why Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, now 20 years old, ranks among the best love stories of the 21st century is that it makes the unique argument that failure is an essential, precious part of romantic experience. Its only human to want that pain to go away, but the film suggests that literally making it so would be a wish on a monkeys paw, offering some short-term relief, perhaps, but with unanticipated long-term consequences. People usually have many more failed relationships before one that succeeds, after all, and the accumulation of experience and memory not only means something, but that meaning isnt static. Bitter moments can turn bittersweet. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 1:32 pm

IAF aircrafts emergency landing facility on NH 16 activated

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Indian Air Force (IAF) fighter and transport aircraft carried out operations on an Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) airstrip on National Highway [] The post IAF aircrafts emergency landing facility on NH 16 activated appeared first on Sarkaritel.com .

SarkariTel 19 Mar 2024 1:31 pm

The cultural division of football fans only serves those who wish to exploit it | Jonathan Liew

The battle between true fans and plastics weakens the ties between supporters and their inclination to unite and organise Leaving early is a bit of a red flag. Booing your own players, obviously. Wearing a half-and-half scarf, purchasing a half-and-half scarf, expressing any opinion of a half-and-half scarf short of pathological hatred: forget it. Fake merch. Supporting a club from a place where you do not live. Supporting more than one club. Getting fewer than 10 out of 15 on a multiple-choice clickbait quiz. Yes, these days there are multiple ways of outing yourself as that most abhorred of footballing species: not a true fan. Who gets to call themselves a football fan? Ostensibly this is a church open to all who want to believe, and yet somehow the very idea of fandom is constantly being challenged and contested, revoked and downgraded. English football has more words to describe ersatz fans than real ones: plastics and casuals, fakes and frauds, tourists and day-trippers, trolls and haters, fair-weather fans and glory-hunters. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 1:30 pm

People are anaesthetised to seeing rubbish everywhere: the book unearthing waste in our seas

East Yorkshire artist Mandy Barker has found a way to make us look again at pollution cataloguing fibres from fast fashion in the style of a Victorian book about British algae When Mandy Barker stumbled upon a fragment of colour in arock pool whilewalking near Spurn Point, East Yorkshire, in 2012, she was bewitched. I thought itwas apiece of seaweed with lovely colours on it greeny-browny but when Iwent to pick it out, I saw that itwasactually a strip of clothing material, she says. Growing up on the Yorkshire coast, Barker had become used to the coastline she once walked to collect driftwood shells changing around her.Over the years I saw TVs, fridge freezers and computers washing up on the beach, she said. Fishers there told me they could see trawlers out at sea visibly dumping waste into the ocean. People would pay these trawlermen to take their rubbish out and dump it. And the fish were gettingtangled up in it. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 1:30 pm

Men enthusiastically express their heterosexuality in Ghana, so why is being queer so unacceptable? | Elliot Kwabena Akosa

Ghana is the latest state to suppress LGBTQ people, calling us un-African. But the traditional culture they seek to protect was imposed by colonialism In the past 10 years, Ghana has transitioned from indifference towards LGBTQ+ people to outright hostility. The human sexual rights and family values bill doubles down on the banning of gay sex and prohibits the promotion or outward support of LGBTQ+ individuals. To the dismay of queer people and their allies in Ghana and across the world, this bill has been approved by parliament and is waiting to be signed into law by President Nana Akufo-Addo. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 1:30 pm

The Joy of Six: football houses, housing and housery | Daniel Harris

Mischief-makers and provocateurs in football, from Dennis Wise to Emmanuel Adebayor and more In traditional parlance, a shithouse is a toilet , but fear not, this is not a piece on Wembleys rustic bogs and nor though the word has since evolved to mean a filthy or disgusting place is this a piece on the conscience of certain politicians. Rather, given the extension of the terms scope to characterise an obnoxious or despicable person , and though we already enjoy an ancient four-lettered one which satisfies that definition, it would be remiss with all due respect to Steve McMahon for us to begin with anyone other than Dennis Wise. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 1:30 pm

Jos Pizarros recipe for hake with clams, chorizo and manzanilla

Crisp hake fillets with clams basted in a power-packed sauce of chorizo and dry sherry let everyone dig in straight from the pan Todays recipe epitomises the vibrant spirit and rustic charm of so much Spanish cooking. Ive always cherished the incredible power that food has to unite people, and to infuse gatherings with warmth and joy. This dish, a big favourite of my mothers, uses succulent hake fillets and hearty clams, all bathed in a flavourful chorizo and sherry sauce. Its essentially a tribute to Spains rich coastal traditions, but it also blends the earthiness of the land with the freshness of the sea, creating a glorious chorus of flavours. Perfect for sharing, it captures Spanish conviviality and the simple pleasures of a meal cooked with love. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 1:30 pm

US Senator Deeply Concerned About CAAs Impact On Indian Muslims

US Senator Ben Cardin expressed unease about the Indian governments implementation of rules for the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). He emphasised the importance of US-India collaboration founded on mutual principles of upholding human rights, regardless of religious affiliation. Cardin voiced deep concern over the potential impact on Indias Muslim community,... The post US Senator Deeply Concerned About CAAs Impact On Indian Muslims appeared first on HW News English .

News View 19 Mar 2024 1:30 pm

Initial Registration Period For US's H-1B Visa To Close This Friday

The initial registration period for the most sought-after H-1B visas for foreign guest workers for fiscal 2025 closes at 12 noon Eastern Time on March 22, a federal agency has said.

NDTV 19 Mar 2024 1:29 pm

US special envoy on Afghanistan to visit India this week

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) The US special representative for Afghanistan, Thomas West, will be travelling to India this week to hold consultations on working together [] The post US special envoy on Afghanistan to visit India this week appeared first on Sarkaritel.com .

SarkariTel 19 Mar 2024 1:26 pm

Kim Jong Un Directs Rocket Launcher Tests Aimed at Seoul Amid Rising Tensions

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a live-fire drill testing nuclear-capable super-large multiple rocket launchers aimed at South Korea's capital, as he pledges to bolster his military deterrent amid escalating tensions with adversaries, state media reported on Tuesday. The announcement follows a series of weapon demonstrations by North Korea, including the firing of multiple short-range ballistic missiles towards waters off its eastern coast, detected by South Korea and Japan a day earlier, intensifying regional anxieties. Experts note that North Korea's use of large-sized artillery rockets blurs the line between conventional artillery and ballistic missiles due to their ability to self-propel and be guided. The regime has touted systems like the 600mm multiple rocket launchers tested on Monday as capable of delivering tactical nuclear warheads. Photos released by North Korea's Korean Central News Agency depicted at least six rockets being simultaneously launched from vehicles, with flames and smoke enveloping a target resembling a small island. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff revealed that North Korea likely conducted more launches than depicted in the photos. Lt. Col. Lee Chang-hyun categorized the weapons tested as ballistic missiles based on their characteristics and capabilities. Additionally, North Korean troops reportedly conducted a separate test simulating the detonation of an artillery shell at a predetermined altitude, although it's unclear if this was related to nuclear warhead capabilities. Kim emphasized the significance of the 600mm multiple rocket launchers in his arsenal, underscoring their potential to devastate Seoul in the event of conflict on the Korean Peninsula. He stressed the need to demonstrate to adversaries the dire consequences of engaging in armed conflict and called on the army to remain vigilant in thwarting enemy aggression. Lee highlighted the efforts of South Korea and the United States to enhance their response capabilities against North Korea's nuclear threats. The launches coincide with the conclusion of joint military exercises between South Korea and the U.S., which North Korea perceives as rehearsals for invasion. It's uncertain whether the timing of the launches is related to the visit of U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken to Seoul, where discussions on the North Korean threat took place. Tensions have been escalating since 2022, following North Korea's accelerated missile testing amid the distraction of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. In response, the U.S. and South Korea have bolstered joint military exercises and updated deterrence strategies. Concerns loom over the possibility of heightened provocations from North Korea during election years in the U.S. and South Korea. In a bold statement to North Korea's parliament in January, Kim renounced the country's pursuit of reconciliation with the South, instead vowing to annex and subjugate it in the event of another conflict, signaling a shift in North Korea's stance towards its southern neighbor.

News Track 19 Mar 2024 1:25 pm

AstraZeneca to buy Fusion Pharma for $2 billion in cash

AstraZeneca will also pay a non-transferable contingent value right of $3 per share, taking the combined transaction value to about $2.4 billion.

Zee Biz 19 Mar 2024 1:24 pm

BHEL bags order for 2800 MW Singrauli Supercritical Thermal Power plant

New Delhi, March 19: Under International Competitive Bidding (ICB), Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has bagged an order from NTPC Ltd. for setting up the 2800 [] The post BHEL bags order for 2800 MW Singrauli Supercritical Thermal Power plant appeared first on Sarkaritel.com .

SarkariTel 19 Mar 2024 1:22 pm

Killing of teenager in China sparks debate about left behind children

Death of 13-year-old boy has put spotlight on juvenile crime and the plight of children left behind by rural migrant workers The killing of a 13-year-old boy in northern China last week, for which three boys are in police custody, has triggered a heated discussion in the media on juvenile crime and the plight of children left at home by migrant workers. Police arrested three boys and took them into custody after they allegedly bullied and killed the junior high school student in the small city of Handan, in Hebei province, on 10 March, and then buried him in a shallow pit, state media reported. So far, no charges have been laid. Continue reading...

The Guardian 19 Mar 2024 1:22 pm