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Leonid Kravchuk, the first president of Ukraine dies.

Leonid Kravchuk, the first president of Ukraine dies.
Ukraine’s first president Leonid Kravchuk, who agreed to give up his country’s Soviet nuclear arsenal, the third-largest in the world, has died at the age of 88. Kravchuk led Ukraine as its Communist party boss in the waning years of the Soviet Union, and played a pivotal ro…
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South Korea becomes 1st Asian country join NATO Cyber Defence Group.

South Korea becomes 1st Asian country join NATO Cyber Defence Group.
South Korea became the first Asian country join in North Atlantic Treaty Organization Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence. South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) is joined as a contributing participant in the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Ex…
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UN approves Czech Republic to replace Russia on the Human Rights Council.

UN approves Czech Republic to replace Russia on the Human Rights Council.
The U.N. General Assembly voted overwhelmingly for the Czech Republic to replace Russia on the world organization’s leading human rights body following its suspension over allegations of horrific rights violations by Russian soldiers in Ukraine. The Czech Republic was the on…
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New Commissioner General of Essential Services appointed.

New Commissioner General of Essential Services appointed.
Senior Administrative Officer – K.D.S. Ruwachandra has been appointed as Commissioner General of Essential Services by the President. Meanwhile a former secretary of the Agriculture minister – Rohana Pushpakumara and Postmaster General – Ranjith Ariyaratne have been appointe…
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North Korea's 'First Ever' Covid cases prompt strict national lockdown.

North Korea's 'First Ever' Covid cases prompt strict national lockdown.
North Korea has ordered a strict national lockdown after confirming its first official Covid infections. State media have reported an Omicron outbreak in the capital, Pyongyang, but did not state the number of cases. North Korea has rejected any kind of vaccine programme, eve…
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The world's longest glass-bottomed bridge opens to the public.

 The world's longest glass-bottomed bridge opens to the public.
World’s Largest Glass Bottom Bridge was opened in Vietnam. It is called Vietnam’s Bach Long pedestrian bridge, which is 632m (2,073ft) long and located 150m (492ft) above a huge jungle. As per the reports, the Asian country has opened a glass-bottomed bridge suspended above…
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World Lupus Day - 10 May.

World Lupus Day - 10 May.
May 10th is a dedicated World Lupus Day. Lupus is a serious life-altering and fatal disease that requires in-depth understanding and support for the affected persons. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the unaffected and those affected to join hands and get involved in …
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Philippine dictator's son wins landslide presidential victory.

Philippine dictator's son wins landslide presidential victory.
The son of late Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos cemented a landslide presidential election victory Tuesday 11 May, as Filipinos bet on a familiar dynasty to ease rampant poverty -- dismissing warnings the tarnished clan will deepen corruption and weaken democracy. With …
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World Migratory Bird Day - 14 May.

World Migratory Bird Day - 14 May.
World Migratory Bird Day is marked twice a year since its inauguration in 2006. International Migratory Bird Day will be celebrated on 14 May and 8 October 2022. The day is celebrated with an aim to safeguard migratory birds’ breeding, non-breeding as well as stopover habit…
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World Fair Trade Day - 14 May.

World Fair Trade Day - 14 May.
The World Fair Trade Day is a global celebration on the second Saturday of May. It is organised annually by the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) to raise awareness on alternative solutions to the planet’s economic and ecological challenges. Fair Trade Enterprises lead t…
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John Lee Ka-Chiu elected as Hong Kong’s next Chief Executive.

John Lee Ka-Chiu elected as Hong Kong’s next Chief Executive.
John Lee Ka-Chiu has been confirmed as Hong Kong’s next chief executive. He will replace Carrie Lam. He will be the first security official to hold the Chief Executive position of Hong Kong which witnessed years of political unrest and recent debilitating pandemic controls.…
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Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as new Prime Minister.

Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as new Prime Minister.
The Leader of the United National Party (UNP), Ranil Wickremesinghe has been sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka. Wickremesinghe took oath before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President’s House this evening (May 12). Secretary to the President Gamini Senarat…
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In Bolivia, Prisoners can reduce Jail Time by Reading Books.

In Bolivia, Prisoners can reduce Jail Time by Reading Books.
Prisoners in Bolivia have been given a new way to reduce their jail time. They can gain freedom earlier by reading books. The government program is called “books behind bars.” It offers detainees a chance to get out of jail days or weeks ahead of their release date. The prog…
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The First Image of Our Galaxy's Central Black Hole.

The First Image of Our Galaxy's Central Black Hole.
The Event Horizon Collaboration, the group behind the first-ever image of a black hole, just achieved another huge accomplishment: an image of Sagittarius A*, the black hole at the center of the Milky Way. This is a breakthrough in our understanding of our home galaxy and t…
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International Day of Plant Health - 12 May.

International Day of Plant Health - 12 May.
The United Nations designated 12 May the International Day of Plant Health (IDPH) to raise global awareness on how protecting plant health can help end hunger, reduce poverty, protect biodiversity and the environment, and boost economic development. The United Nations decla…
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International Nurses Day (IND) - 12 May.

International Nurses Day (IND) - 12 May.
International Nurses Day (IND) is observed around the world May 12 (the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth in 1820). The day is set aside to honor and note the many contributions nurses make to society. Nurses care for our loved ones at some of the most challenging…
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World Press Freedom Index 2022

World Press Freedom Index 2022
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has released the 20th World Press Freedom Index 2022, which assesses the state of journalism in 180 countries and territories. The Index highlights the disastrous effects of news and information chaos – the effects of a globalised and unregul…
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Prof. G. H. Peiris appointed as the Chancellor of Peradeniya University.

Prof. G. H. Peiris appointed as the Chancellor of Peradeniya University.
Professor G.H. Peiris has been appointed as the Chancellor of the University of Peradeniya. He received his letter of appointment from President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President’s House today (06), the PMD reported. Mr. G.H. Peiris received his Degree of Bachelor of Arts i…
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A NASA climate research scientist wins 2022 World Food Prize.

A NASA climate research scientist wins 2022 World Food Prize.
A NASA climate scientist has been named the 2022 World Food Prize Laureate. The honor, which recognizes a person for their achievements in addressing food security, will be presented October in Des Moines. Cynthia Rosenzweig, the 52nd laureate, is a senior research scientist…
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World Snooker Championship Title 2022 won by Ronnie O’Sullivan.

World Snooker Championship Title 2022 won by Ronnie O’Sullivan.
Ronnie O’Sullivan (England) has won the 2022 World Snooker Championship by defeating Judd Trump (England) against 18-13 in the finals, which were held from April 16 to May 2, 2022 at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, England. The tournament was organised by the World Snook…
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