Sri Lanka to gift two female elephants to Pakistan !!

The story of unfortunate death of an elephant in a Pakistani Zoo gone viral and reached far away in the world. An elephant at a Pakistani Zoo, called ‘Noor Jehan’ was ill far many months. She was under treatment. A team of doctors came for abroad to treat her and things were improving for her. However, due to lack of care by zoo staff, she fell in a pond, this made her health worse. After fighting for her life, on eid day, April 22, 2023, she was died. The unfortunate story of Noor Jehan echoed across the world. In a response, Honorary Consul of Sri Lanka General Yasin Joyia confirmed Pakistan that they will be getting two elephants from Sri Lanka as a gift. Though in Sri Lanka there is a ban on export of elephants, however, they have decided to make an exception to the rule and provide Pakistan with two female elephants. One elephant will be for Karachi zoo and one will be for Lahore zoo. Previously in Lahore zoo, in 2017 an elephant name Suzi was died. So Lahore zoo was also missing an elephant. Sri Lanka decided to bridge this gap of Lahore zoo as well as Karachi zoo with courteous gift of two elephants. [...] Coming back to the elephants gift by Sri Lanka, they will arrive in Pakistan in few days. They will be named by Sri Lankan govt itself before sending them to Pakistan. A proper announcement will be made soon about the timeline of their arrival in Pakistan.


Heroin Samples Found In Yukthiya Operation Are Fake!!

Debunking Viral Claims Of Fake Heroin Samples in Yukthiya Operation! [...] The claims circulating on social media, suggesting that the Yukthiya operation is connected to fake heroin samples, are unsubstantiated. The issue of identifying bread floor and paracetamol capsules from heroin samples mentioned in the screenshot predates the Yukthiya operation. The ongoing mission is separate from this issue, and there is no evidence supporting the claim that the drugs seized during Yukthiya are fake. [...] Title:Viral Claims Stating Fake Heroin Samples Found in Sri Lanka's Yukthiya Operation Debunked


Are geckos poisonous or venomous? Geckos are neither venomous nor poisonous. However, the Gila monster (Heloderma suspectum) and other large lizards, such as the Mexican beaded lizard (Heloderma horridum) and Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis), are venomous. That said, deaths due to bites from these big venomous lizards are extremely rare—dating back to 1939. [...] Some people think that geckos are dangerous because of the culture they belong to. Depending on their cultural background and upbringing, their superstitions regarding geckos can either be positive or negative. For example, geckos are considered symbols of good luck in Turkey but they are generally thought to be signs of bad omens in India.


Pencil Packing Work-From-Home Opportunities For Nataraj Pencils!

Looking for a way to earn from home? Consider the Natraj Pencil Packing Job opportunity. As part of this role, you’ll receive all the necessary materials to get started. Joining the Natraj Pencil Packing Job Work From Home team not only connects you with a respected organization but also provides valuable packaging industry experience. Contribute to Natraj’s mission of delivering quality stationery products worldwide while enjoying the flexibility of working remotely. [...] Embark on a journey of flexibility and opportunity with the Natraj Pencil Packing Work From Home job. This unique platform caters to individuals seeking a flexible work arrangement, offering a chance to join Natraj’s esteemed packaging team. Your role will involve meticulously packaging each pencil, ensuring they are ready for delivery to valued customers. [...] Natraj Pencil Packing Job Work From Home role, your primary responsibility is to carefully and efficiently pack Natraj pencils into appropriate packaging materials. This involves inspecting pencils for defects, ensuring they’re in top condition, and neatly arranging them in designated packaging. Attention to detail is key to maintaining product quality and presentation. Additionally, following Natraj’s packaging guidelines and meeting production targets are essential. As a remote worker, you’ll create a conducive workspace, manage your time effectively, and coordinate with the company for a smooth workflow.


Tamil Recently Introduced As The Language Of Courts And Administration In North & East in Sri Lanka !!

Let me take a moment to briefly reflect upon the policy formworks that have impacted the language situation in the country. In 1966, ten years after the passage of the Sinhala Only Bill, the use of Tamil as the language of administration in Northern and Eastern provinces was begun after the implementation of the provisions of Tamil Language (Special Provisions) Act No. 28 (1958) mostly due to pressure from Tamil political parties. In 1987, through the 13th amendment to the Constitution Tamil was also decreed an Official Language of the state and the legal basis for parity between Sinhala and Tamil was clearly established by law. In addition, both languages were also defined as ‘national languages’ while recognizing English as the ‘link language.’ Section 21 of the Constitution under the 16th Amendment offers extensive provisions and rights for the language of administration to be available in both Sinhala and Tamil. In addition, Section 23 of the same amendment provides that the language of legislation will be Sinhala and Tamil while a translation of these legislative enactments and laws must be available in English. Further, Section 24 of the same amendment provides that the languages of the courts in the country will be Sinhala and Tamil.


Any form of vaccination after COVID19 vaccination can be life threatening

COVID-19 vaccines are safe, and getting vaccinated will help protect you against developing severe COVID-19 disease and dying from COVID-19. You may experience some mild side effects after getting vaccinated, which are signs that your body is building protection. [...] Like any vaccine, COVID-19 vaccines can cause side effects, most of which are mild or moderate and go away within a few days on their own. As shown in the results of clinical trials, more serious or long-lasting side effects are possible. Vaccines are continually monitored to detect adverse events. [...] After vaccination, it usually takes a few weeks for the body to build immunity against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. So it’s possible a person could be infected with SARS-CoV-2 just before or after vaccination and still get sick with


Fact Check: German Village Shaped Like A Human Fingerprint ? Find Out The Truth..

From our investigation, it is clear that the image claimed to be an aerial image of a German city resembling a human fingerprint is neither a real photograph nor an accurate visual depiction of a real village in Germany. The image is a digital creation by an artist called Jacob Eisinger, which featured in the MODUS magazine cover in February 2015.


Sri Lanka Has the Largest Number of Ministers and Highest Taxes

Fact Check: Are Sri Lanka’s Taxes the Highest in the World, and Does It Have the Most Ministers? [...] Recently, social media posts have been spreading claims that Sri Lanka has the highest tax burden globally and the largest number of ministers. [...] Both claims are misleading. Sri Lanka does not have the highest tax rates in the world, and it does not have the largest number of ministers. Many countries in Europe and Asia have higher tax burdens, and several other nations maintain larger cabinets.


In the realm of carbon footprints, the average passenger vehicle emits about 400 grams of CO2 per mile. It's important to note that while veganism aligns with ethical and environmental concerns, being vegan does not equate to being 100% environmentally friendly. Veganism primarily addresses animal exploitation while also contributing to the broader sustainability discourse.


Footage Of Matheesha Getting Blessings From Dhoni !

Fact Check: Matheesha Pathirana Touches MS Dhoni’s Feet Before Bowling [...] New Delhi: Matheesha Pathirana was making headlines when a photo and video got viral claiming that the young Sri Lanka pacer was taking blessings from skipper MS Dhoni by touching down his feet before bowling his over. [...] To people who thought Pathirana was taking blessings from Thala 😂😂 pic.twitter.com/BKfQdPVx03 — 🎰 (@StanMSD) March 29, 2024


Additional 15% Tax Introduced On Women’s Sanitary Napkins?

Meanwhile, a number of posts have been circulating on social media and mainstream media during last week of November stating that an additional 15% tax on sanitary napkins was introduced in the 2021 budget proposal. Our investigation revealed that these misleading posts were prompted by the new budget proposal to change the existing 30% import tax to 15% import tax and 15% CESS respectively. A Facebook account named Amanda Abeysooriya posted: "15% tax on sanitary napkins # Budget2021". [...] We consulted the media secretary of State Minister of Money & Capital Market and State Enterprise Reforms, Ajith Nivard Cabraal, who stated that the claims on new budget proposal suggesting a new 15% tax on women’s sanitary napkins, is totally misleading.


A Recent Incident: Mob Destroying President Wickremesinghe`s Banner !!

A video circulating on social media shows a group of people destroying a banner featuring President Ranil Wickremesinghe in broad daylight. Many users claim this is a recent incident related to the upcoming presidential election. We conducted a thorough fact-check to verify the authenticity of the claim. [...] K. Kotagala, a provincial newspaper reporter from Walasmulla, confirmed that no recent incident involving the destruction of a Wickremesinghe banner had occurred in the area. He suggested that this might be an older event. [...] The viral video claiming that a banner of President Ranil Wickremesinghe was recently destroyed in relation to the upcoming election is misleading. The event shown in the video is most likely from 2022 during the "Aragalaya" protests, and no such recent incident has been reported in the Tangalle or Walasmulla areas. As per our analysis, the location is near the Thangalle bus stand and clock tower.


Maggi is a slow poison that harms all individuals' health, luring them through its tasty nature. But, taste goes secondary to health, doesn't it? Of course, yes, but why not know all the downsides before questioning the Maggi you love! So, given below are the cons of eating Maggi: [...] One of the main health drawbacks of eating Maggi quite usually in the female sector is the undergoing of weaker metabolic processes, which makes you less energetic. Hence, it may reduce their activity power by a considerable amount. This results in a weaker body, making women feel ill and lazy in the long run. [...] The composition of one of the unhealthiest fat, trans fats, makes Maggi unhealthy for all the people who ingest Maggi weekly. Furthermore, trans fats require even longer than saturated fatty acids to break down in the system. Furthermore, trans fats raise blood cholesterol levels while decreasing the benefits of healthy fats. Increased trans-fat intake could lead to obesity, heart disease, and dietary deficits. Being put to use excessively, trans fats are used just to reduce the in-house cost of production, aiming at incurring higher profits for the corporation, at the stake of the health of the Maggi lovers!


Marian Members Rosa and Subhash got Death Threats !!- Nalin Perera

You Searched For "Nalin Perera" [...] No Death Threats Received by Marians Members Subash and Rosa Due to Political Stances-Marians


Sajith Premadasa (Sinhala: සජිත් ප්රේමදාස, Tamil: சஜித் பிரேமதாச; born 12 January 1967) is a Sri Lankan politician. He is the current leader of the Opposition of Sri Lanka and Member of Parliament for Colombo District.[1] He is the current leader of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya.[2] [...] - ^ "Sajith's Kurunegala rally draws mammoth crowd". Sunday Observer. 7 September 2019. Retrieved 7 October 2019. - ^ "Sajith Premadasa's Controversial Speech At Mathugama Rally Causes Ripples Among Working Committee Members Ahead Of Crucial Meeting". www.asianmirror.lk. Archived from the original on 5 October 2019. Retrieved 29 September 2019.


Members of Parliament Failed to Declare Their Assets !!

KUALA LUMPUR (Dec 5): An extended deadline for Members of Parliament (MPs) to declare their assets lapsed today, but 62 lawmakers failed to file their statements. [...] Next was PAS which had 18 MPs not making the declaration. One MIC MP and one MCA MP had not declared their assets as well. The sole MCA MP who has not declared his assets is Dr Wee Jeck Seng, who was only sworn as MP for Tanjung Piai on Nov 18.


Anura Kumara Dissanayake to Lead Both JVP and NPP Illegally !!

A National People’s Power (NPP) delegation led by its leader comrade Anura Kumara Dissanayake was invited to India for talks with India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar, the National Security Adviser (NSA) Mr Ajit Doval and the Foreign Secretary Mr Vinay Mohan Kwatra. Dr Jaishankar’s social media posts denoted positive and productive discussions that centred on bilateral relationships, and mutual benefits. Comrade Anura is also the leader of the JVP. This is not the first engagement of the JVP with the Indian government although this recent visit is being subject to much debate and criticism mostly by political pundits. Social media posts from those affiliated with the NPP and the JVP have interpreted this visit as a recognition by India the potential of comrade Anura of winning the next presidential elections. Previously, diplomats did not endeavour to engage with the JVP because it was not seen as a strong enough political force. Circumstances have now changed with the NPP increasingly gaining more visibility, popularity and credibility, particularly among the lower middle class.


Oatmeal is the highest sprayed crop with pesticides, particularly glyphosate !!

A recent video circulating on social media platforms has sparked concerns by claiming that oatmeal, particularly the inorganic variety, is toxic to the body and can significantly reduce one’s lifespan. The video suggests that oatmeal is among the most heavily sprayed crops with pesticides, specifically mentioning glyphosate, a chemical that has been banned in several countries. The video warns viewers to avoid oatmeal unless in extreme survival situations, citing the detrimental effects of glyphosate on human health. Additionally, the presenter promotes a book titled "The Herbal Tablets," which purportedly contains essential health information that can improve one’s well-being and longevity. [...] However, the claim that oats are the "highest sprayed crop with pesticides" is misleading. While oats do receive glyphosate treatment, many other crops, such as soybeans and corn, are also treated with glyphosate and may receive higher overall pesticide applications depending on the region and farming practices. Read more [...] In summary, the claims made in the viral video contain elements of truth but are presented in a misleading manner. While glyphosate is used on oats and has been linked to health risks in certain contexts, the levels found in food products are generally considered safe by regulatory bodies. The claim that oatmeal is one of the most pesticide-heavy crops and should be avoided entirely is an exaggeration not supported by the broader scientific consensus. Additionally, while glyphosate is banned in some countries, it remains widely used and regulated in many others.


Dilith Jayaweera’s Withdrawal from Presidential Race !!

Did Dilith Jayaweera withdraw from the presidential race? A letter stating that businessman Dilith Jayaweera, leader of Mawbima Janata Party, has claimed to withdraw from contesting in the upcoming presidential election is circulating on social media. [...] Posts on Facebook with captions such as "Dilith Jayaweera out of presidential race" caught the attention of FactSeeker, and proceeded to fact-check the said claim.


Sajith Violates Election Law by Holding a Welfare Program in a School !!

Did Sajith Premadasa Violate Election Law by Holding a Welfare Program in a School? [...] The viral photo and associated claims are misleading. The welfare program in the photo took place before the election announcement and the activation of election laws. Therefore, Sajith Premadasa did not violate any election regulations.And photo does not depict teacher's summit.It's a photo of the teachers of Mahagamasekara school. Title:Did Sajith Premadasa Violate Election Law by Holding a Welfare Program in a School?


In a letter to AKD, Sijeewa Senasinghe Said The Allegations They Made Against AKD Were Just Fabricated Stories and NOT Realities!!

Sujeewa Senasinghe (Sinhala: සුජීව සේනසිංහ; born 13 December 1971) is a Sri Lankan lawyer and former politician.[1] He was a member of the Parliament of Sri Lanka and the State Minister for International Trade until 2019.[2] [...] - ^ "SUJEEWA SENASINGHE". Directory of Members. Parliament of Sri Lanka. Retrieved 12 March 2013. [...] - ^ "Sujeewa Senasinghe steps down from Politics". News First. 28 September 2020. Retrieved 28 September 2020.


Kandy Dalada Perahera should be held Without Elephants - Harini Amarasuriya

Of these, the most important is the Esala Mangallaya for which the Dalada Perahera is one of the most colourful and vibrant cultural celebrations in Sri Lanka. Esala, according to the Sinhalese Calendar, is the month of July/August This is the month in which Kandy gets into a festive mood. Shopkeepers and hoteliers pile up their stock to cater to the massive crowds that throng the city. Maligawa and its premises are gaily decorated and are illuminated with strings of lights, including the esplanade. [...] The Kandy Easala Perahera (Sri Dalada Perahera) will be held on 10th August to 20th August 2024. There are 11 perahera processions during these days. The most vibrant perahera is the Final Randoli Perehera procession on 19th August 2024. [...] The Esala Perahera proper begins as the cannon booms. Leading the Perahera is the band of whip crackers who crack their whips in a rhythmic pattern announcing it that the Esala Perahera is on. Immediately following are two o flag bearers carrying the two flags of the Sathara Korale (known as Ira Kodiya) embossed with the symbols of the sun and the moon indicating the wish that this Perahera be held until the sun and the moon last. Next comes the Peramunerala, attired in the traditional white dress and riding a caparisoned elephant and carrying the sannasa, the royal charter to hold the Perahera. Following him is the Gajanayake, the Maligawa official in charge of the elephants, elegantly dressed in traditional Kandyan dress carrying the ankusaya the instrument by which elephants are controlled.


All Tea Bags Contain Harmful Microplastics!!

In summary, while scientific evidence supports the presence of microplastics in tea bags and their associated risks, more detailed research is needed to fully understand their impact on human health. The video raises important concerns, but the current knowledge still requires further investigation.


An alumnus of the Royal College of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s most prestigious educational institution, Wickremesinghe won his first parliamentary election in 1977. After serving as an important minister in his uncle JR and his successor Ranasinghe Premadasa’s Cabinet for long, in a quirk of fate, he became the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka after the assassination of President Premadasa in 1993. [...] Towards the end of 2014, something unthinkable happened. Wickremesinghe secretly joined hands with his rival Chandrika to oust Rajapaksa. Their joint candidate Maithripala Sirisena shocked the Rajapaksa camp by defeating the all-powerful Mahinda in the Presidential elections. It was a high point in Ranil’s long political journey. He became the Prime Minister, promising to abolish the executive presidency, which he could not do. In an evening coup in the winter of 2018, Sirisena shocked Wickremesinghe by dismissing him and installing Mahinda as the PM. After two months of political uncertainty and backroom negotiations, Mahinda lost the trust vote and Ranil returned as the PM again.


Fruits are successfully grown in empty lands in Thailand by simply dropping seeds out of vehicle windows !!

Thailand’s tropical climate and fertile soil is ideal for growing some of the world’s most delicious and exotic fruits. You’ll see fruits stalls in every corner of the country. You’ll also see people walking along busy streets, chomping on colourful, and, at times, weird-looking Thai fruits.


Udeshika Prabodini, A Female Cricket Player Is Very Poor Financially !!

Recently, social media has been abuzz with claims regarding Sri Lankan cricketer Udeshika Prabodini. The posts suggest Prabodini, who is 38 and one of the senior-most players in the team, is financially struggling. Prabodini played a key role in Sri Lanka's recent Asia Cup victory as the opening bowler. [...] He emphasised that Udeshika has been playing for the Sri Lanka cricket team since 2008 and is financially stable. As a contract player, she gets a monthly salary in addition to the other special allowances all the team players get on special assignments and tours. [...] The claims circulating on social media about Udeshika Prabodini’s financial struggles and her use of public transportation are unfounded. Prabodini’s family is well-equipped with vehicles, and her choice is public transport as she does not favour driving vehicles.


Nutella has the potential to cause cancer !!

A controversy over palm oil threatens to cast a pall over Nutella, the delicious chocolate-hazelnut spread made by the Italian company Ferrero. Headlines like "Nutella Can Cause Cancer, Study Warns" have circulated across the internet this week, but is Ferrero really including an ingredient that might give consumers cancer? The study, released by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) last May, does not say that Nutella can cause cancer. What the study does say is that palm oil, an ingredient in Nutella, releases potentially carcinogenic chemicals when refined at high temperatures. Palm oil, derived from the fruit of palm trees, is used in plenty of food. When refined at around 200 degrees Celsius, the study says, palm oil releases a contaminant known as glycidyl fatty esters (GE) in higher levels than other vegetable oils. Previous studies have shown that GE can cause tumors in rats and mice, leading EFSA to characterize it as a "potential health risk" for children and anyone who consumes it in high amounts. [...] Nutella’s cancer risks may be overblown by the press, but there are still plenty of good reasons not to eat palm oil. Palm oil plantations have been linked to deforestation, air pollution, and illegal labor practices. Although Ferrero says it sources palm oil from sustainable plantations, it has still come under criticism from environmentalists. France’s ecology minister urged the public to "stop eating Nutella" in 2015, adding that it should be made with "other ingredients."


Ranil Has Been Selected As ADB President !1

Former Sri Lankan president Ranil Wickremesinghe has NOT been appointed as the next President of the ADB. The election process is still ongoing, and the final outcome will be announced at the end of November 2024.


Trump Plagiarize from “Legally Blonde” !!

President Trump Is Being Accused of Plagiarizing a Speech From ‘Legally Blonde’ Elle Woods for president. President Trump is accused of copying a Legally Blonde speech, and the similarities are uncanny. In a viral TikTok video by Truth Lies Shenanigans, the account, which goes by the handle @tlsliveshow, edits one of Donald Trump’s speeches with the speech that Reese Witherspoon‘s character, Elle Woods, gives at the end of Legally Blonde when she and the rest of her class graduate from Harvard Law School. (Watch the video here.) The speeches aren’t identical, but there are a lot of similarities between the messages and the words that both Trump and Elle use. This may be why the TikTok has been viewed more than 2 million times and has received more than 500,000 likes. Here’s how Truth Lies Shenanigans cut the TikTok to show the similarities between Trump and Elle’s speeches.


In conclusion, despite recent social media claims suggesting that oats have no nutritional value and inhibit mineral absorption, these assertions are unfounded. The primary concern about oats revolves around their phytic acid content, which can bind minerals and reduce their bioavailability. However, the impact of phytic acid on mineral absorption should be considered in context, as its effects vary depending on individual dietary patterns and overall nutritional intake. Furthermore, phytic acid also offers several health benefits, including antioxidant properties, potential cholesterol management, blood sugar regulation, and reduced risk of chronic diseases. Ultimately, consuming oats as part of a balanced diet can contribute to overall health and well-being, providing numerous benefits without leading to nutrient deficiencies.


Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !!

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka will hold its presidential election on Sept. 21 in a crucial vote that will decide the future of the South Asian nation still struggling to recover from its economic collapse in 2022, which provoked mass protests and forced the former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to flee the country and later resign. [...] Namal Rajapaksa, the heir apparent to the once-powerful Rajapaksa clan, is also contesting. Namal’s candidacy will test whether his powerful clan — which has produced two presidents — can retain its hold on the country after many of its members were pushed into the political wilderness. His father, Mahinda Rajapaksa, is credited with crushing the Tamil armed separatist movement in 2009. [...] Sri Lanka has a powerful executive presidential system with the President being the head of state, government, cabinet and the armed forces. The prime minister has some powers like recommending Cabinet ministers.


China Has Chosen A Design Inspired By The Palestinian Flag For The Paris Olympics 2024 !!

A post shared on social media purports the Chinese athletes’ uniforms at the Paris Olympics were inspired by the Palestinian flag. [...] A post shared on Facebook alleged Chinese athletes are wearing uniforms at the Paris Olympics that were inspired by the colors of the Palestinian flag. The image shows a woman holding a bow with red fabric attached while wearing a green top with black pants. The caption reads, "China has chosen a design of the Palestinian flag for the Paris 2024 Olympics. World’s most loved country. We will NEVER stop sharing. ᖴᖇᗴᗴ ᑭᗩᒪᗴSTIᑎᗴ !!"


Income Tax Refund Of Rs 15,490 Approved For Taxpayers !!

A message on social media claims that an revenue tax refund of Rs 15,490 has been approved for particular person taxpayers. In order to get it, the viral message declare that individuals must confirm their checking account numbers if these usually are not appropriate. The message has additionally a hyperlink to confirm the checking account. "You have been approved an income tax refund of Rs. 15,490/-, the amount will be credited to your account shortly. Please verify your account number 5XXXXX6755. If this is not correct, please update your bank account information by visiting the link below," the viral message said. The viral message turned out to be faux. The central authorities’s nodal company’s reality examine division has refuted the viral message. It mentioned that Income Tax has not despatched this message. "A viral message claims that the recipient has been approved for an income tax refund of Rs 15,490," PIB mentioned in a tweet, including that, "Income Tax has not sent this message."


Electricity Bill To Be Reduced By 22.5% !!

Colombo (News 1st): PUCSL has announced a reduction in electricity tariff, effective from August. [...] Therefore, the Electricity tariff will be reduced by 22.5% effective from today. [...] The commission has also approved electricity tariff reductions for places of worship, hotels, and public spaces.


A Japanese journalist found i phone 13 in 1980 !!

This is a little change of pace but related to more and more of what is being revealed. It does look like an iPhone and it would be hard to understand why someone in 1980 would be faking or know how to fake something like that. Curious what everyone thinks.


Salaries for state workers should be increased to Rs. 1000. - JVP

On May 1, Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe declared that his government was increasing estate workers’ daily wage to 1,700 rupees ($US5.72), up from the current 1,000 rupees. He made the announcement at a May Day rally organised by the Ceylon Workers Congress (CWC) at Kotagala in the Nuwara-Eliya district. [...] In April 2021, President Gotabhaya Rajapakse’s government announced a 1,000-rupee daily wage via a gazette notification in an attempt to undermine estate workers’ strikes for a higher wage. The PA initially rejected the increase only to accept it after judicial intervention. However, it then devised various methods, including increasing daily production targets, to avoid paying the higher daily wage. [...] The All Ceylon Workers Union, which is controlled by the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), has called for a 2,000-rupee daily wage for estate workers. It has no significant following in the estates, however, and always falls into line with the other unions’ pro-company wage policy.


The devastating Russian-Ukrainian war has been ongoing for several years, with the United States and NATO providing support to Ukraine. In this context, a significant amount of misleading information regarding the situation is being spread on social media. Social Media Posts Social media posts claim that Russia has declared war against the USA. FB | […] [...] Social media posts claim that Russia has declared war against the USA. [...] The claim that Russia has declared war against the USA is unfounded and incorrect. The rhetoric from Russian officials reflects escalating tensions but does not amount to a declaration of war. Social media users should be cautious about misinterpreting or amplifying such statements without verifying the facts through reliable sources.


EMF Radiation From Wi-Fi Routers Effects On Plant Growth And Human Health !!

Abstract: With the rapidly increasing number of artificial sources of electromagnetic fields, it needs research of their effects to living organisms. The most common object of these studies is primarily a human who is exposed to electromagnetic radiation in the environment, at home and at workplaces. In this area are also observed the changes in behavior of animals and plants caused by the high frequency electromagnetic radiation. Plants are very sensitive because they can perceive a lot of perceptions from the environment. In this article, we observed the effects of Wi-Fi radiation on the growth plants, namely garden cress. One sample was exposed to long-term electromagnetic radiation in the vicinity of Wi-Fi router. The second sample was exposed minimum to that radiation. It has been shown that long-term exposure of Wi-Fi radiation in the vicinity of the cress causes changes in growth and development as well as visible changes of discoloration and vitality. [...] The experiment has demonstrated the negative effects of Wi-Fi radiation on the plants of garden cress, but for the confirmation of that argument will be necessary to repeat this experiment. The result was the slowing of plants growth, physiological and metabolic changes and genetic mutations that can lead to death of the plants. It is therefore necessary to continue research this issue, to be able to more accurately describe the changes in plants caused by high-frequency electromagnetic fields.


“Sarwajana Balaya Movement” Has Decided To Support National People’s Power (NPP)

Several nationalist political parties and civil society groups joined hands to form a new political movement titled "Sarvajana Balaya" in Colombo yesterday.


Saudi Arabia Is The Only Country Without Rivers !!

There are 19 countries around the world with no rivers in them. Most of the larger ones are in the Middle East, but a few are found in other locations like Europe or Pacific Islands. [...] Asia has 8 countries with no rivers and almost all are located on the Arabian Peninsula. The one exception is Maldives, which is a chain of islands in the Indian Ocean. [...] Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the world with no rivers at 830,000 square miles. Or put another way, it’s slightly more than 3 times the size of the state of Texas!


Elon Musk Is Giving Away Bitcoin Or Ethereum Freely !!

Imagine waking up one day to find Elon Musk has launched an exciting new cryptocurrency giveaway celebration tied to SpaceX’s latest rocket launch. A YouTube video shows Musk announcing that SpaceX will distribute $100 million in free Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin and other tokens. All you need to do is visit the SpaceX website, send some crypto to a designated wallet address, and double your money! [...] The SpaceX cryptocurrency giveaway scams are elaborate ruses designed to deceive victims into transferring valuable digital assets into the wallets of opportunistic fraudsters. By impersonating Elon Musk and SpaceX, these cunning scammers have managed to pilfer millions in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum and Dogecoin from unsuspecting users. [...] No. Any crypto giveaways promoting rewards in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin or other assets tied to SpaceX or Elon Musk are completely fake. SpaceX has never actually conducted any crypto giveaways.


Posting No-Consent Message Prevents Meta From Using Your Content For AI Training

Upon our fact-checking, along with information from Meta, confirms that user posts on Meta platforms cannot stop Meta from utilizing their content for AI training. To prevent their data from being used in this way, users must adhere to the procedures set by Meta. Spreading misleading chain messages can result in the dissemination of misinformation and cause confusion.


Letter On Sajith’s Participation In ITN`s Debate With Anura !!

Circulating Letter on Sajith's Participation in Debate with Anura Is Fake [...] The letter circulating on social media, claiming that opposition leader Sajith Premadasa is ready to attend a debate with Anura Kumara Dissanayake on June 6, is fake. This has been confirmed SJB media secretary, and corroborated by an official letter from MP Nalin Bandara to ITN's chairman. Title:Circulating Letter on Sajith's Participation in Debate with Anura Is Fake


Elon Musk Has Publicly Stated He Was Shocked From Hearing Hadunneththi`S Allegations

- "Elon Musk's Disturbing 'Truth'". The Atlantic. November 16, 2023. Archived from the original on November 16, 2023. Retrieved November 16, 2023. [...] - ^ Elsesser, Kim (November 19, 2021). "Weeks After Elon Musk's Tits Joke, Allegations Of Rampant Sexual Harassment Surface At Tesla". Forbes. Archived from the original on November 19, 2021. [...] - ^ a b Hern, Alex (June 18, 2014). "Elon Musk says he invested in DeepMind over 'Terminator' fears". The Guardian. Archived from the original on December 11, 2017. Retrieved June 10, 2015.


Walmart Has Returned To 24-Hour Operations!

A few days ago, numerous social media users claimed that Walmart would resume 24-hour operations in all its stores from August 14. The retail giant had stopped offering round-the-clock service in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. A widely shared post on X, previously known as Twitter, stated, "Walmart has announced that starting June 3rd, all locations in the U.S. will go back to 24 hours." [...] Walmart has quashed the latest rumors suggesting a return to 24-hour operations. "There are no current plans to return our stores to 24-hour operations," stated Walmart spokesperson Joe Pennington in an email to Snopes.


Piyumi Wijesekera’s Was Selected to a NASA’s Mars Mission !!

Misleading Posts About Piyumi Wijesekera's Participation in NASA's Simulated Mars Mission [...] The claim that Piyumi Wijesekera is going on a NASA mission to Mars is misleading. Piyumi Wijesekera, along with Jason Lee, Stephanie Navarro, and Shareef Al Romaithi, is part of NASA’s Human Exploration Research Analog (HERA) mission. This mission is a simulated Mars mission, not an actual space mission. The purpose of HERA is to study how crew members adapt to isolation, confinement, and remote conditions similar to what astronauts would experience on long-duration space missions. [...] Piyumi Wijesekera is not currently selected to go on an actual Mars mission. She is participating in a simulated mission as part of NASA’s research to prepare for future deep space exploration. The social media posts suggesting otherwise are inaccurate and misleading.


The first humans were mega-carnivores who took down prey with savvy hunting skills, a controversial new study suggests. [...] The ancient human species Homo habilis was eating meat at least 2.6 million years ago, Ben-Dor said. Another early human species, Homo erectus, seems to have been a particularly enthusiastic meat eater by 1.8 million years ago; its teeth and gut shrank compared with earlier ancestors — adaptations for digesting meat instead of plants — and it used stone tools capable of butchering meat. [...] Despite the limited evidence from humanity's early evolution, the researchers said there is more work to be done to show whether these human ancestors truly were specialized carnivores. This might include more work on the abundance of animals of different sizes throughout the Pleistocene, explorations of genetic changes over time that would have altered humans' ability to digest different foods and comparisons of trends in prey size over time.


CSK has not picked Dasun Shanaka; he is replacing the injured player Kane Williamson in the Gujarat Titans squad for IPL 2023.


Astronaut Buzz Aldrin Said The Moon Landing Was Fake

A video viewed more than 42,000 times on Instagram claims to show former astronaut Buzz Aldrin as he "admits [the] Moon landing was fake". [...] During his response Mr Aldrin says: "I think I know… Because we didn't go there." This part of his longer answer has been presented as proof that the 1969 Moon landing was faked—a longstanding conspiracy theory which we have written about before. [...] But this doesn’t mean Mr Aldrin "admitted" the Moon landing was faked. Here’s what Mr Aldrin said in full: "That's not an eight-year-old's question. That's my question. I want to know. But I think I know. Because we didn't go there. And that's the way it happened.


Biden going to declare and activate the Selective Service Act and begins drafting 20 years old to war!!

The Facebook video appears to show Biden mid-sentence, saying, "invoke the Selective Service Act, as is my authority as president." He continues, "Remember, you’re not sending your sons and daughters to war. You’re sending them to freedom." Text overlaid on the video reads, "NO WAY The draft." This is not genuine footage of Biden, however. The video was originally posted to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, by The Post Millennial. Its caption reads, "AI imagines what would happen if Biden declares and activates the Selective Service Act and begins drafting 20 years old to war." AI imagines what would happen if Biden declares and activates the Selective Service Act and begins drafting 20 years old to war pic.twitter.com/896Htrtteu — The Post Millennial (@TPostMillennial) February 27, 2023


Sri Lankan Government Distributing Free Solar Panels To The General Public !!

Sri Lanka paying households to produce solar energy [...] Sri Lanka has launched a scheme to encourage people to produce their own electricity. The government will provide solar panels to homes at a subsidised rate. [...] Currently 50% of Sri Lanka’s electricity is produced through renewable energy. The government wants to push this to 60% by 2020 and 70% by 2030.


Is 5G Radiation Harmful And Lethal For Birds And Humans?

Surprisingly, some people feel passionately that 5G signals are harmful to humans, despite there being zero credible evidence and zero physical plausibility. Some people believe that the secret purpose of installing 5G technology is to harm humans. The problem with this type of conspiracy theory (i.e., the widespread poisoning of public spaces by conspiring organizations) is that political and technology leaders are also human and also use public spaces. If the people responsible for implementing 5G technology were really causing harmful electromagnetic radiation to be broadcast into public spaces, they would also be harming themselves, their children and their loved ones. While there may indeed be a handful of evil or mentally ill people that are happy harming themselves and their loved ones while harming others, it is absurd to think that effectively all political and technology leaders, at all levels, in all countries, are happy harming themselves and their loved ones.


Heated Argument Between Mark Zuckerberg And Elon Musk Over Meta Platforms’ Outage

Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are going to have a cage match, or at least that’s what they’ve been telling the world. The whole thing started in June because of an internal Meta meeting recording The Verge heard, in which Meta chief product officer Chris Cox said Meta’s Twitter competitor Threads would be "sanely run" in a clear jab at Musk’s Twitter reign. When a Twitter user warned Musk about Zuckerberg’s jiu-jitsu training, Musk responded that he was "up for a cage match if he is lol." Zuckerberg seemingly accepted in an Instagram post the same day. [...] Elon Musk says he’ll fight Mark Zuckerberg "any place, any time, any rules."Musk famously challenged the Meta CEO to a cage match last year that Zuckerberg agreed to but never happened. [...] Elon Musk and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s cage match will be livestreamed on Musk’s Twitter, which is currently rebranding to X, according to a post from Musk early this morning. Musk says the proceeds will go to charity for veterans.


Fact Check: Not a royal flush! AI pic viral as Chinese app-based mobile drone toilet [...] "China has developed a mobile drone toilet that can be requested via an app remotely," claimed several tweets featuring a photo of a pristine white portable toilet fitted with propellers, sitting in the middle of what looks like a public park. The archived version of one such tweet can be seen here. [...] Shared on May 15, 2023, this post featured several other designs of similar mobile drone toilets. In these posts, Mulloor made it clear that these designs were made using Midjourney, a generative artificial intelligence program that generates images from "prompts", similar to OpenAI's DALL-E and Stable Diffusion.


Facebook Decided To Charge For Social Media Usage From All Users!

In September 2023, Facebook users shared a message that claimed the social media platform would soon be charging users $7.99 per month — that apparently being the only way users could continue to access the company's app and website. The posts also said that the supposedly bombshell tech news was reported by "Channel 13 News." . [...] So now they are doing it, we just saw on Channel 13 News, that Facebook will be charging all users starting Monday. You can do an "opt-out" by posting the above. Hold your fingers over and copy. Bye Bye ads However, Facebook did not make any announcements about charging users in order to use its services: not $4.99, as we previously reported, not $7.99, nor any other amount of money.


China Is Not Ready To Amortize SL’s Outstanding Debt!(letter)

Forged Letter Goes Viral Claiming That China is Not Ready To Amortize SL's Outstanding Debt! [...] With such background, a letter has been circulating for weeks on social media. The letter says China cannot amortize Sri Lanka's loans as China is also suffering from economic problems due to the consequences of Covid 19 pandemic. [...] Title:The letter claiming that China is not ready to amortize the Outstanding Debt of Sri Lanka is Forged – Chinese Embassy in Colombo


Okapathana College- A School Located In Rathnapura District,Sri Lanka

There is no verifiable evidence to support the existence of Okapathana Vidyala or a village named Okapathana in Rathnapura, Sri Lanka. Claims circulating on social media about students' achievements from this purported school, including the creation of satellites, robots, etc., appear unfounded and should be treated with skepticism. It is essential to rely on credible sources and conduct thorough fact-checking before accepting or sharing information, especially regarding extraordinary and sensationalised claims.


Tyson Foods Teamed Up With Protix To Create Insect Protein for Humans !!

Tyson Foods has announced a strategic investment in Protix for more sustainable protein production. The companies stated that the investment will support the growth of the insect ingredient industry and expand the use of insect ingredient solutions. Tyson Foods, Inc., one of the world’s largest food companies, has reached an agreement for a two-fold investment with Protix, the leading global insect ingredients company. The strategic investment will support the growth of the emerging insect ingredient industry and expand the use of insect ingredient solutions to create more efficient sustainable proteins and lipids for use in the global food system. The agreement combines Tyson Foods’ global scale, experience and network with Protix’s technology and market leadership to meet current market demand and scale production of insect ingredients. Kees Aarts, CEO of Protix, said: "We are very excited to announce the next step in our international growth strategy. Tyson Foods’ and Protix’s strategic partnership advances our joint work towards creating high-quality, more sustainable protein using innovative technology and solutions. Moreover, we can immediately use their existing byproducts as feedstock for our insects. This agreement is a major milestone for Protix and significantly accelerates our ambition to grow through international partnerships."


Zelensky Tell World Leaders To Spend All Their Money On Weapons To Attack Russia!!

Zelensky urges world leaders to stand with Ukraine as he presents ‘victory plan’ to UN [...] Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky urged world leaders to stand with Ukraine in the war against Russia as he presented his "victory plan" to the UN General Assembly. [...] At the UN Security Council earlier in the week, Mr Zelensky argued that Russia needs to "be forced into peace", saying there’s no point in pursuing peace talks with Mr Putin.


Pipe Water In Colombo Not Suitable For Consumption, Due To Chlorine Shortage And Purification Issues

In urban areas it is necessary to have high elevated storage facilities, such as storage water tanks on top of buildings, elevated water towers and ground storage reservoirs on top of hills or high elevated ground. At present Colombo city uses around 300,000 m3 of water on the average per day. Accordingly, the minimum high-elevated storage has to be 100,000m3 to 125,000m3, and ground-storage facilities should be 200,000 m3 to 175,000 m3. After the completion of the ongoing GCWRP project, the elevated storage in Colombo city will total up to 82,500 m3. After commissioning of Maligakanda new reservoir, a decision has to be taken ‘with regard to the Maligakanda rectangular concrete reservoir, which is around 125 years old, along with piping and valves. For this purpose a panel of experts may have to be appointed by the NWSDB for ascertaining their condition. This would need this reservoir and the components to be isolated from the distribution network for checking the condition for stability, whether they are suitable for further use or, whether they would have to be replaced with a new reservoir along with the other components.


An Organized Criminal Group Posing As Government Officials For TIN Registration in Sri Lanka!

There is no credible evidence to support the social media claims about an organised group posing as government officials requesting ID and TIN numbers. The Defense Ministry and the Ministry of Public Administration have not reported any such incidents, and there are no media reports substantiating the claims. Therefore, the social media posts can be considered misleading.


The research unit of Akuressa Coop, led by NPP, has developed a novel wood apple mixed chocolate product !!

In conclusion, the wood apple chocolate innovation results from Suchindra Dilumge's entrepreneurial spirit and expertise, and there is no link to Akuressa Co-op or NPP. We encourage social media users to focus on accurate information, acknowledge the achievements of individuals like Suchindra Dilumge, and verify details before sharing to avoid the spread of misinformation.


Beware Of Hoax WhatsApp Message Asking To Register For Free Laptops Offered By The Government…

A registration link is being shared widely on social media asking students to fill up so that they can get free laptops being provided by the government. The post claims that the government is providing free laptops as schools and colleges are closed due to COVID-19. Let’s fact-check the claim made in the post. Claim: Registration link to get free laptops being provided by the government. [...] On clicking the link given in the post, it redirects the user to a blog – "https://registration-for-your-laptop.blogspot.com/". If the government is providing laptops, it does the registration through an official portal, not through a blog. Also, on filling up the details in the registration form given on the website, it redirects again to a different page, where the user is asked to share the link with 10 other people to complete the registration. No government initiative or scheme asks people to share a link on WhatsApp to complete the registration. It is a fraudulent website.


Since President RW Assumed Office In July 2022, Sri Lanka Has NOT Repaid Foreign Loans !!

-Human Rights Watch (Lanka-e-News -15.Jan.2023, 11.10 pm) The change of presidents of Sri Lanka in 2022 did not lead to any improvement in the country’s human rights record, Human Rights Watch said today(12) in its World Report 2023. During 2022, thousands of Sri Lankans too Read more >> [...] (Lanka-e-News-25.March.2022, 8.35 pm) President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa has agreed to set up a multi-billion dollar fund from the Tamil Diaspora for development in the North and East. The fund is not for repaying loans in Sri Lanka but only for development ac Read more >> [...] (Lanka-e-News-18.March.2022, 3.25 am) According to China's foreign financial sector information, it is reported that Sri Lanka has not been able to repay the foreign loan due to China. Sri Lanka owes $ 53.596 million to China Development Bank, $ 17 millio Read more >>


A Rat Moved On The Space X Falcon 9 Engine On Its Way To Space

Our investigation found that the viral video depicting the mouse moving here and there on the outer surface is digitally manipulated and not natural. In the original video, there is an unclear moving object, and some researchers say it depicts crystalised waste from the rocket's engine. However, there is still no conclusion about it. But, it's improbable that a living animal can survive outside the rocket due to the circumstances.


Climate Change is a tool used for Depopulation!!

List of areas depopulated due to climate change This article lists several areas, regions, and municipalities that have either been completely or markedly depopulated, or are involved in plans for depopulation or relocation due to anthropogenic climate change. Several factors created or worsened by climate change can be responsible for necessitating managed retreat or the relocation of people and/or infrastructure. These include rising sea levels, increased flooding risk, changes to the makeup of the land (e.g. a habitable area becoming a wetland), coastal erosion, increased susceptibility to dangerous cyclones, droughts, water shortages, wildfires, and other factors, all of which can overlap with each other to enhance the risk of danger or inhabitability of a formerly populated region. [...] Lists [edit]Completely depopulated [edit]Significantly impacted [edit]Gallery [edit]See also [edit]- Climate migration - Environmental migrant - Managed retreat - List of landmarks destroyed or damaged by climate change


The CID Arrested The President Of The Kelaniya Student Union At the Airport !

COLOMBO (News 1st) - The Chairman and an activist of the Student Union of the University of Kelaniya were arrested by Thalangama Police. [...] The Chairman of the Student Union of the University of Kelaniya Kelum Mudannayake, and activist Dilshan Harshana were arrested by Thalangama Police when they visited the Police Station to provide a statement.


US Ambassador Julie Chung Has Been Recalled To Washington !!

Chung, Julie – Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka – August 2021 [...] Julie Chung, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counselor, was most recently the Acting Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs at the U.S. Department of State. She has repeatedly demonstrated her ability to lead diverse interagency teams effectively and to provide strong leadership even in extreme security environments. As Chief of Staff in Baghdad, she coordinated civilian-military foreign assistance with thirteen agencies and sections, and managed the interagency Emergency Assistance Coordination Team in response to suicide bombings. In Bogota, she managed the U.S. government’s largest extradition program, including paramilitary and narco-trafficking cases. While working in the Office of Korean Affairs in Washington, she frequently traveled to North Korea to implement the U.S.-North Korea Agreed Framework. With extensive diplomatic experience across three geographic regions, Ms. Chung is well-qualified to be the U.S. Ambassador to the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. Ms. Chung was the Director and Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Japan in the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, and served as Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Cambodia and Economic Counselor at the U.S. Embassy in Thailand. As the United States representative to the G24 in Bogota, she led initiatives focused on demining, labor, and human rights. She was a public affairs officer in Vietnam, an economic officer in Japan, and a consular officer in Guangzhou, China.


New Phone Scam in Which Criminals Can Access Your Phone Data Once You Call Back a Number From A Missed Call !!

Can you get "hacked" by calling a number? I am curious if calling the number would do something to my phone. How could a hacker possibly access sensitive information just by tricking someone into calling. [...] - If you call them, the spammer can find out if that phone number is owned by an actual person. The spammer can also easily fake the same area code as you, and set up a clever social engineering trick that may involve you thinking with the wrong head.


The Oppenheimer Actor, Cillian Murphy, Corrected Prince Harry On His Nationality !!

Cillian Murphy is an Irish actor who has been making waves in the entertainment industry for years. He recently gained even more attention for his leading role in Christopher Nolan's latest film, Oppenheimer, which put him in the world's spotlight. Recently, a video of him speaking to Prince Harry has emerged and gone viral on […] Cillian Murphy is an Irish actor who has been making waves in the entertainment industry for years. He recently gained even more attention for his leading role in Christopher Nolan's latest film, Oppenheimer, which put him in the world's spotlight. Recently, a video of him speaking to Prince Harry has emerged and gone viral on social media. [...] Title:Did the Oppenheimer actor, Cillian Murphy, Correct Prince Harry on his Nationality?


Bluetooth headphones emit the EMF wave that increases cancer risk !!

Some scientists are arguing that these headphones could potentially lead increase cancer risk due to the fact they emit radio frequency (EMF) radiation when they are used. In 2015, a group of scientists around the world signed a petition directed to the United Nations and World Health Organization that expresses their concern about exposure to non-ionizing electromagnetic fields (EMF). The petition, which started circulating around the internet again in early 2019, also says that EMF has the potential to increase the risk of neurological disorders, DNA damage, cellular distress, and changes to the reproductive system. [...] Ultimately, when it comes to wireless headphones, its dangers aren’t all that clear. Despite extremely low frequency EMF being possibly carcinogenic to humans, researchers have still not observed a direct connection. Bluetooth headphones specifically have their power density exposures that is 10 to 400 times lower than those of cell phones, according to Dana-Farber’s David Kozono, MD, PhD. Power density is the rate of power that an EMF produces per the unit area. "I would therefore expect it would be more difficult to observe an association between Bluetooth headphone use and cancer," Kozono says. "Data are lacking however to conclude with certainty that there is or is not a risk of increased cancer."


Fox News Tweets that 68% of individuals who used Ivermectin to treat or prevent COVID-19 are suffering from long-term bowel and urinary incontinence.

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We verified that the video viral on social media in Sri Lanka claiming to be CCTV footage of a Robbery at Rathmalana was actually part of an awareness video from Kerala, India.