Italian Sonny Colbrelli wins epic Paris-Roubaix classic.

Sonny Colbrelli became the first Italian to win the Paris-Roubaix Monument classic in 22 years when he prevailed on his debut in a three-man sprint finish at the end of a grueling race on Sunday. His whole body caked in mud after 257.7 kilometers featuring 30 cobbled sectors…

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The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2021.

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2021 was awarded jointly to David Julius and Ardem Patapoutian “for their discoveries of receptors for temperature and touch.” These breakthrough discoveries launched intense research activities leading to a rapid increase in our un…

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World Architecture Day - 04 October.

On the first Monday in October, World Architecture Day shows appreciation for the work that architects do. The day also encourages learning more about architecture throughout the world. Architecture involves the planning, designing, and constructing process of buildings and…

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World Habitat Day - 04 October 2021.

On the first Monday of October each year, World Habitat Day encourages us to reflect upon the fundamental right to have adequate shelter. The day also reminds us that we are responsible for shaping the future of our cities and towns. About 2 percent of the world’s population…

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World Animal Day - 04 October.

World Animal Day on October 4th each year focuses on improving the welfare of animals around the world. Sadly, animals around the world are abused or killed illegally on a daily basis. Illegal hunting contributes to the endangerment of certain animal species. Animals are als…

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World Space Week: 04 - 10 October 2021

World Space Week is observed from 04th to 10th October every year. World Space Week 2021 celebrates “Women in Space”!.  Over 90 countries celebrating accomplishments and contributions of women to the space sector and sciences. In 2020, more than 6,500 events were organized i…

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World Temperance Day - 03 October.

Every year on October 3, World Temperance Day encourages people to give up alcohol. It’s also a day to learn about the history of temperance movements around the world. Fermented beverages and alcoholic drinks date back thousands of years. The ancient Egyptians and Chinese w…

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World Communion Sunday - 03 October 2021.

On the first Sunday in October, World Communion Sunday encourages those of the Christian faith to experience Holy Communion together. The day also demonstrates unity among various denominations in the church. Holy Communion is also known as Eucharist or the Lord’s Supper. Ma…

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Janaprith Fernando assumed duties as Chief Scout Commissioner.

Attorney-at-Law Janaprith Fernando assumed duties as the 21st Chief Commissioner of the Sri Lanka Scout Association (SLSA). Janaprith, who was serving as the Deputy Chief Commissioner of the SLSA has been appointed by the Chief Scout, Gotabaya Rajapaksa succeeding the outgo…

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Chinese organic manure sample rejected due to contains of Bacillus Bacteria.

Due to the presence of Bacillus bacteria in the fresh sample of the Chinese organic fertiliser, the agriculture department has rejected the organic fertiliser from that country, Agriculture Director General Dr. Ajantha de Silva said. He told the Daily Mirror that two tests h…

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China's growing power crunch threatens more global supply chain chaos.

A growing power supply crunch in China is triggering blackouts for households and forcing factories to cut production, threatening to slow the country's vast economy and place even more strain on global supply chains. Companies in the country's industrial heartlands …

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Scientists find an unexpected drop in Earth’s brightness.

A new study published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters has found that warming ocean waters related to climate change have caused a significant drop in Earth’s brightness. According to observations gathered by the Big Bear Solar Observatory in Southern California, …

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World Heritage rainforest handed back to Aboriginal owners.

Australia's Daintree - the world's oldest tropical rainforest - has been returned to its Aboriginal custodians in a historic deal. The Unesco World Heritage site is over 180 million years old and has been home to generations of Aboriginal people. The Eastern Kuku Yala…

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Diga married daughter has no right to her father’s property.

The Supreme Court in a judgment delivered on Wednesday (29) determined that a Diga married daughter (when a woman is settled in her husband’s home) has no rights to her father’s property in accordance with Kandyan Law, a customary law in Sri Lanka. There are two types of mar…

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Two new species of spinosaur dinosaurs discovered from the Isle of Wight.

Two new species of carnivorous dinosaurs have been discovered from the England's Isle of Wight.  Named 'riverbank hunter' and the 'hell heron' after the environment in which they would have lived,  both were a type of dinosaur known as spinosaurids. They …

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World Day for Farmed Animals - 02 October.

World Day for Farmed Animals (WDFA) is observed on October 02, which marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The day is organised by the International animals’ welfare organization, World Animal Protection along with Asia for Animals coalition to show the importance …

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World No Alcohol Day - 02 October.

On October 2nd, World No Alcohol Day encourages the general public to say no to alcohol. The day also focuses on the dangers of alcohol. For many people, alcohol offers a fun and relaxing way to socialize with others. Some drink alcohol to help relieve stress. When alcohol i…

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Guinea's coup leader Col. Mamady sworn in as president.

Col Mamady Doumbouya has been sworn is as Guinea's interim president after leading a coup which saw the overthrow of Alpha Condé. The former French legionnaire, 41, becomes Africa's second-youngest leader, after Mali's Assimi Goïta, 38, who also staged a military…

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International Day of Non-Violence - 02 October.

The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2nd October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. The International Day is an occasion to “disseminate the message of non-v…

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Adani Group seals deal to develop Western Container Terminal at Colombo Port.

Adani Group in India sealed a deal with the state-owned Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) to develop and run the strategic Colombo Port’s Western Container Terminal. As the first-ever Indian port operator in Sri Lanka, Adani Group will have a 51 per cent stake at the port’s W…

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China to launch rocket in 2028 capable of sending crewed probe to moon.

China is expected to launch its next generation of heavy-duty rockets in 2028 powerful enough to send a crewed spacecraft to the moon, the country’s main space contractor. The new heavy-lift launch vehicle would be capable of putting a 15- to 50-tonne spacecraft on a traject…

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Chronicles from the Land of the Happiest People on Earth by Wole Soyinka released.

A novel titled “Chronicles from the Land of the Happiest People on Earth” authored by Wole Soyinka has been released. Wole Soyinka is Africa’s first Nobel laureate in Literature. He wrote his last novel ”Season of Anomy” in 1973.  He returns with a new novel after nearly 50 …

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Venezuela introduces new currency with 6 fewer zeros.

Venezuela is set to debut a new currency that will feature six fewer zeros, a response to years of some world’s worst inflation. The highest denomination of the Venezuelan bolivar had previously been a one-million bolivar note, currently worth a little less than $0.25. That …

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Manny Pacquiao Announces Retirement from Professional Boxing.

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is officially hanging up his gloves. The eight-division world champion and Philippines senator on Wednesday announced his retirement from the ring, three months shy of his 43rd birthday After 26 years and 72 professional bouts, Former world champi…

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World Vegetarian Day - 01 October.

October 1st is World Vegetarian Day. The day kicks off Vegetarian Awareness Month. World Vegetarian Day was established to provide education and awareness about vegetarian diets. The full week between October 1–7 is observed as the International Vegetarian Week (IVW). Most v…

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The International Day of Older Persons - 01 October.

October 01st of each year is dedicated to highlighting the contributions that older people make to society. The International Day of Older Persons is also observed to bring awareness to the aging population. Throughout history, older persons have played an essential role in …

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UK implements new measures to ease fuel crisis.

The British government introduced new measures to help ease a fuel crisis that has gripped the UK which has seen long queues form outside gasoline stations as consumers rush to fill up their gas tanks.  The measures, which are intended to further ease supply chain pressures …

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COVID-19 pandemic cut life expectancy by most since World War Two.

The COVID-19 pandemic reduced life expectancy in 2020 by the largest amount since World War Two, according to a study published on Monday, 27th September 2021 by Oxford University, with the life expectancy of American men dropping by more than two years. Life expectancy fell…

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International Raccoon Appreciation Day - 01 October.

Every year on October 1st, International Raccoon Appreciation Day encourages people to learn more about raccoons and show appreciation for them. The day also encourages people to protect the raccoon’s natural habitat. The raccoon is a nocturnal mammal characterized by its bu…

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International Coffee Day - 01 October.

Every year on October 1st, International Coffee Day celebrates one of the world’s favorite beverages. It’s also a day to promote fair trade coffee and to raise awareness about the plight of the coffee growers. For many years, the United States has had its own National Coffee…

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