China successfully activates nuclear-powered ‘artificial sun’.

China successfully activates nuclear-powered ‘artificial sun’. China has successfully activated its so-called “artificial sun,” a nuclear fusion reactor that could fuel its energy ambitions for years to come — if they can make it more sustainable. China’s Atomic Energy Author…

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China successfully launches new Earth observation satellite.

China successfully launches new Earth observation satellite. China on December 6, 2020 successfully launched a new Earth observation satellite which can take high-resolution pictures of ground objects across the globe. The satellite was launched from the Xichang Satellite Lau…

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The Climate Change Performance Index 2021.

The Climate Change Performance Index 2021. The Climate Change Performance Index is collectively developed by Germanwatch, NewClimate Institute and Climate Action Network (CAN) International. The index, developed based on objective emission indicators, renewable energy, and en…

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Indian-origin health expert to lead The WHO Foundation as first CEO.

Indian-origin health expert to lead The WHO Foundation as first CEO. India-origin global health expert Anil Soni has been appointed as the first Chief Executive Officer of the newly established The World Health Organisation Foundation. The WHO Foundation will work alongside …

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Fitch Downgrades Bank of Ceylon to ‘CCC’ on Sovereign Downgrade.

Fitch Downgrades Bank of Ceylon to ‘CCC’ on Sovereign Downgrade. Fitch Ratings has downgraded Bank of Ceylon's (BOC) Long-Term Foreign- and Local-Currency Issuer Default Ratings (IDR) to 'CCC', from 'B-'. The ratings do not carry an Outlook because of the…

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China removes TripAdvisor, 104 other apps from stores under cleansing campaign.

China removes TripAdvisor, 104 other apps from stores under cleansing campaign. China has removed 105 apps including that of U.S. travel firm TripAdvisor Inc from app stores in the country, under a new campaign to cleanse stores of apps it deems spread content related to por…

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Bob Dylan sells entire song catalog to Universal Music.

Bob Dylan sells entire song catalog to Universal Music. Bob Dylan has sold his entire catalog of more than 600 songs spanning six decades to Universal Music Group’s music publishing arm, the company said on Monday 07 December 2020. The deal includes Dylan’s iconic 1960s count…

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New Election Commission to take office on 10th December 2020.

New Election Commission to take office on 10th December 2020. The newly appointed members of the Elections Commission of Sri Lanka are due to assume duties tomorrow (December 10, 2020). Its new members, including the Chairperson, has been appointed by President Gotabaya Rajap…

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Nepal and China have jointly announced revised height of Mount Everest.

Nepal and China have jointly announced revised height of Mount Everest. After working for a year on processing data regarding the measurement of the world's highest peak, Nepal and China have jointly announced revised height of the Mount Everest on Tuesday 08  December 2…

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Singapore to host World Economic Forum in May 2021.

Singapore to host World Economic Forum in May 2021. Singapore will host the World Economic Forum's (WEF) annual meeting next May 2021,  This Special Annual Meeting 2021 will be a venue to see top political, business and academic leaders gather to discuss pressing global i…

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International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime - 09 December 2020.

International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime - 09 December 2020. Each year on December 9th, the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Pre…

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International Anti-corruption Day - 09 December 2020.

International Anti-Corruption Day - 09 December 2020. Every year on December 9th, International Anti-corruption Day raises public awareness for anti-corruption. It also encourages the public to work on innovative solutions aimed at winning the battle against corruption. On 31…

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Sergio Perez wins Sakhir Grand Prix 2020.

Sergio Perez wins Sakhir Grand Prix 2020. Sergio Perez (Mexico-Racing Point-BWT Mercedes), won the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, Bahrain. Esteban Ocon (Renault-France) secured the second position, followed by and Lance Stroll (Racing …

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Gwalior, Orchha in Madhya Pradesh of India in UNESCO world heritage cities list.

Gwalior, Orchha in Madhya Pradesh of India in UNESCO world heritage cities list. The historical fort cities of Gwalior and Orchha in Madhya Pradesh have been included in the list of UNESCO's world heritage cities under its urban landscape city programme. The United Nation…

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100 MW solar power plant in Siyambalanduwa.

100 MW solar power plant in Siyambalanduwa. The necessary preliminary steps have been taken to implement the Siyambalanduwa solar power plant such as studying the feasibilities, securing the lands and environmental evaluations, the state information office stated. The assista…

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Sri Lanka’s largest wind power plant joins national grid.

Sri Lanka’s largest wind power plant joins national grid. Sri Lanka’s first state-owned wind-powered electricity generating plant was declared open in Mannar this morning (December 08 2020). Located in Mannar ‘Thambapavani’ is the largest wind power plant complex in the count…

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Sports Illustrated's 'Sportsperson of the Year' - 2020.

Sports Illustrated's 'Sportsperson of the Year' - 2020. Rather than a single recipient, Sports Illustrated awarded its 2020 Sportsperson of the Year honor to five individuals who exemplify the modern 'Activist Athlete':  Lakers star LeBron James,  Tennis ch…

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06th BRICS Youth Summit - Russia.

06th BRICS Youth Summit - Russia. From 29 November to 03 December 2020, the City of Ulyanovsk (Russia) was hosted the 6th BRICS Youth Summit which is hosted by the Federal Agency of Youth Affairs of Russia and the Government of the Ulyanovsk Region and co-organized by the la…

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Climate change threatens 'most Alps glaciers'.

Climate change threatens 'most Alps Glaciers'. Up to 92% of glaciers in the Alps could be lost by the end of the century due to climate change, say researchers. The mountain range's 4,000 glaciers include popular skiing resorts such as Zermatt in Switzerland and T…

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Father of Fiber Optics Narinder Singh Kapany passes away.

Father of Fiber Optics Narinder Singh Kapany passes away. Narinder Singh Kapany, also known as the father of fiber optics, passed away. He was 94.Born in Punjab’s Moga, Kapany, who had been living in the US, was called the ‘father of fiber optics’ and had more than 100 paten…

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New Chairman appointed to Export Development Board (EBD).

New Chairman appointed to Export Development Board (EBD). Managing Director of Lanka Fishing Flies (Pvt) Ltd, Suresh de Mel has been appointed as the new Chairman of Export Development Board (EBD). He was preceded in office by Prabhash Subasinghe who recently stepped down as …

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New Commissioner General appointed to Excise Department.

New Commissioner General appointed to Excise Department. Deputy Commissioner General of the Inland Revenue Department , M.J. Gunasiri has been appointed as the Commissioner General of the Excise Department.  He had served as the Deputy Commissioner General Tax Administration …

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Twin monkeys of world's smallest species has born Chester Zoo.

Twin monkeys of world's smallest species has born Chester Zoo. A pair of the world's smallest species of monkey, each "no bigger than a ping pong ball", have been born at Chester Zoo in UK.  The tiny eastern pygmy marmoset twins each measured 2ins (5cm) in l…

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Japan to host FIFA Club World Cup in 2021.

Japan to host FIFA Club World Cup in 2021. Japan will host the Club World Cup in its existing format in late 2021, FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced. It means there will be two Club World Cups in the same year, with Qatar hosting the 2020 edition between 1 and 11 Febr…

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Japan’s Hayabusa2 capsule carrying asteroid samples from Ryugu returned to the Earth.

Japan’s Hayabusa2 capsule carrying asteroid samples from Ryugu returned to the Earth. A capsule containing pristine asteroid fragments that may unlock secrets about the formation of the universe has been recovered in the South Australian outback after landing safely back to …

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Jehan Daruvala Becomes 1st Indian To Win Formula 2 Race.

Jehan Daruvala Becomes 1st Indian To Win Formula 2 Race. India’s Jehan Daruvala has created history by becoming the first India to win an F2 Race. His success was seen during the Sakhir Grand Prix held in Bahrain. It was a thrilling competition against F2 champion Mick Schuma…

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Japan, France and U.S. plan their first joint military drills for May 2021.

Japan, France and U.S. plan their first joint military drills for May 2021. Japan, France and the United States will hold joint military drills on land and sea for the first time in May 2021. This military drill will start up due to the  the Chinese military steps up activit…

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World Civil Aviation Day – 07 December.

World Civil Aviation Day – 07 December. International Civil Aviation Day on December 7th generate awareness about the importance of international civil aviation. The annual observance also recognizes the unique role civil aviation plays in creating a rapid transit network ar…

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06 heroes in fight to end current global pandemic named The Straits Times Asians of the Year 2020.

06 heroes in fight to end current global pandemic named The Straits Times Asians of the Year 2020. Singapore's daily 'The Straits Times' has named six people, for the 'Asian of the Year' honour. This year those who have contributed to the war against the …

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China unfurls flag on Moon during Chang'e 5 mission.

China unfurls flag on Moon during Chang'e 5 mission. China unfurled a flag on the Moon and becomes the second nation to plant a flag on Moon.  Chinese spacecraft Chang's-5 sent to Moon to collect lunar rocks launched its return mission to Earth, has raised the Chinese…

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