United Nations Day - 24 October.

United Nations Day recognizes the founding of the United Nations (UN) in 1945. The celebration is observed annually on October 24th.  U.N. Day has traditionally been marked throughout the world by meetings, discussions, and exhibits about the achievements and goals of the or…

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The man who ran across Australia in 47 days.

Nedd Brockmann is a 23-year-old electrician who has just run 3,953 km (2,456 miles) from Perth's Cottesloe Beach in Western Australia to Sydney's Bondi Beach in the east in a staggering 46 days and 12 hours. His unbelievable feat has inspired the nation and raised A…

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Secret communication of sea animals discovered.

A scientist has found that 53 sea creatures previously thought to be silent can actually communicate. The creatures were sending message all along, but humans had never thought to listen to them, Gabriel Jorgewich-Cohen suggests. He used microphones to record the species, inc…

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The man who didn't wash for half a century dies.

A hermit dubbed by media as "the world's dirtiest man" has died at the age of 94, just months after having his first wash in decades. Amou Haji had refused to use soap and water for more than half a century, fearing it would make him sick. The Iranian, who lived…

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Magnus Carlsen wins 2022 Meltwater Champions Tour.

Magnus Carlsen sealed the overall Meltwater Champions Chess Tour title for the second year running - this time with an event to spare - after storming into the semi-finals of the Aimchess Rapid. Norway's world number 1, going for a hat-trick of tournament wins in the To…

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Qatar to host 2023 AFC Asian Cup

The 2023 Asian Cup football tournament will be held in Qatar, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced after China withdrew earlier this year because of its “zero-COVID” policy. The Asian Cup is held every four years. Qatar won the tournament’s last edition, whic…

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International Snow Leopard Day - 23 October.

On October 23rd, International Snow Leopard Day celebrates this endangered cat. It’s also a day to learn more about the snow leopard and how to protect this elusive animal. Although called snow leopards, these big cats are more closely related to a tiger than a leopard. Snow…

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World Iodine Deficiency Day - 21 October

On October 21st, World Iodine Deficiency Day spreads awareness for the role that iodine has in the health of the human body. The day is also called Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day. Iodine is a mineral that the body needs to make thyroid hormones. These horm…

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A woman had 23 contact lenses stuck under her eyelid.

A woman who felt like there was “something in her eye” actually had 23 daily disposable contact lenses stuck deep underneath her eyelid, her ophthalmologist reported. Dr. Katerina Kurteeva of California Eye Associates in Newport Beach, California, was shocked to discover the…

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World Statistics Day - 20 October.

World Statistics Day is held every five years on October 20th. The day celebrates the achievements of the Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics. Statistics involves the collection, analyzing, and interpreting large amounts of numerical data. Statistics are vital. Thi…

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International Chefs Day - 20 October.

International Chefs Day is celebrated each year on October 20th. The day focuses on educating kids around the world about eating healthy. It’s also a day for chefs to pass on their knowledge and skills to the next generation of chefs. The different kinds of chefs include: Exe…

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World Osteoporosis Day - 20 October.

World Osteoporosis Day is observed every year on October 20th. The day is dedicated to raising awareness of the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a disease in which the density and strength of the bone are reduced. Osteoporosis affects ove…

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International Day of the Air Traffic Controller - 20 October

Every year on October 20th, International Day of the Air Traffic Controller celebrates those who work hard to keep air travel safe. It’s also a day to learn more about the profession of air traffic controller. About 100,000 flights around the world take off and land each day…

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World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day - 19 October.

World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day on October 19th of each year spreads awareness about the impact of musculoskeletal conditions in children. Also referred to as World PB&J Day, this day also educates health care providers and the public. Musculoskeletal disorders are an…

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Global Dignity Day - 19 October (Third Wednesday of October)

The third Wednesday of October recognizes Global Dignity Day. The initiative educates & inspires youth to help them better understand their self-worth. The day also taps into the values of kindness, understanding, tolerance, and compassion. We define dignity as the state…

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World Menopause Day - 18 October.

On October 18th, World Menopause Day raises awareness of menopause and for menopausal women to realize the support options available to improve their health and wellbeing. If you are a woman, there is no escaping menopause. Every woman will reach a point in their life in whi…

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Two new mosquito species identified within Sri Lanka.

The Department of Entomology of Medical Research Institute of Sri Lanka (MRI) has identified two new mosquito species within Sri Lanka, increasing its bio-diversity. The two newly identified mosquito species namely Culex sintellus and Culex niyainfula have reportedly been fo…

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Novel by Sri Lankan Writer wins Booker Prize.

Sri Lankan Writer Shehan Karunatilaka won the prestigious Booker Prize for fiction on Monday (17) for “The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida,” a satirical “afterlife noir” set during Sri Lanka’s brutal civil war. Karunatilaka, one of Sri Lanka’s leading authors, won the 50,000 po…

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The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty - 17 October.

The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed every year on October 17th. On this day, people of all backgrounds and societies show solidarity with the poor by renewing their commitment to help them. The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty has…

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Iraqi parliament elects Abdul Latif Rashid as new president.

Lawmakers in Iraq have elected Kurdish politician Abdul Latif Rashid as the country’s new president, paving the way for the formation of a new government and ending a year of deadlock, even as rockets landed near the parliament building. Rashid replaced fellow Iraqi Kurd Bar…

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Global Hunger Index 2022: Sri Lanka ranks 64th out of 121 countries.

In the 2022 Global Hunger Index, Sri Lanka ranks 64th out of the 121 countries with sufficient data to calculate 2022 GHI scores. With a score of 13.6, Sri Lanka has a level of hunger that is moderate. The Global Hunger Index (GHI) is a tool designed to comprehensively measu…

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India clinches seventh Women’s Asia Cup title

India maintain.ed their dominance in the Women’s Asia Cup with an eight-wicket demolition of a self-destructing Sri Lanka in the final here on Saturday for their seventh title in eight editions. Sri Lanka, who were playing their first tournament final in 14 years, imploded a…

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Harry Potter actor Robbie Coltrane dies.

Actor Robbie Coltrane, who played Hagrid in the Harry Potter films, has died aged 72. He also appeared in ITV detective drama Cracker and the James Bond films Goldeneye and The World Is Not Enough. In a statement, his agent Belinda Wright confirmed the actor died in hospital …

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World Anesthesia Day - 16 October.

Every year on October 16, World Anesthesia Day celebrates the discovery of anesthesia. This important discovery makes it possible to undergo surgical procedures without feeling any pain. If you have ever had surgery, you probably can’t imagine going through it without anesth…

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World Food Day - 16 October.

World Food Day is held every year on October 16th. On this day, more than 150 countries unite to raise awareness of the issues surrounding poverty and hunger. According to World Hunger Statistics, 785 million people across the globe do not have enough food to sustain a healt…

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World Spine Day - 16 October.

World Spine Day celebrates spine health annually on October 16th. The day also aims to increase awareness for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of back pain and other spine issues. An estimated one billion people around the world suffer from back pain. These people in…

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Global Handwashing Day - 15 October.

Global Handwashing Day is observed every year on October 15th. The day reminds people around the world to wash their hands with soap. You might not think that by merely washing your hands with soap, you could be saving a life. It seems like such a mundane thing to do. It’s s…

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World Singing Day - 15 October (Third Saturday in October)

Every year on the third Saturday in October, World Singing Day encourages people around the globe to sing. The goal of the day is to host a world-wide sing-along that fosters unity and harmony through a common experience. According to research, singing with others forms a st…

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