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East Kilbride MP backs campaign to improve liver health

With chronic liver disease mortality rates highest across NHS Lanarkshire, East Kilbride's MP is supporting an awareness initiative aimed at improving liver health.

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Pitcher Song out of the Navy, will report to Phillies camp

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Phillies say Noah Song was discharged with Navy and the pitching prospect is expected to arrive at the team's spring training camp on Thursday.Song, a 25-year-old aviator from California, was taken by the Phillies in the winter meeting draft in December with hopes he would play after military service.The 6-foot-4, 200-pound right-hander was picked from the Boston Red Sox system in the draft for unprotected minor league players. Philadelphia put him on the military list while he continued active duty.The Red Sox drafted Song in the fourth round — he likely would’ve gone much higher, but his impending military service caused teams to back off.Song impressed in his only pro season, making seven starts for Boston’s Class A Lowell affiliate in 2019, with a 1.06 ERA and 19 strikeouts in 17 innings.

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LA attorney blew $10.2M in company funds for 6-month Vegas gambling, partying binge: lawsuit

LOS ANGELES - A Los Angeles lawyer is being sued by her former employer after she allegedly spent over $10 million of company money to fund a six-month gambling and partying binge at the Wynn Las Vegas.The lawsuit filed on Feb. 11 in California federal court by British Virgin Islands firm LDR International Limited accuses Sara Jacqueline King of Orange County of falsifying millions of dollars worth of loans from the company.According to court documents, the company extended nearly a hundred different loans to King’s self-named lending service - King Family Lending - between January 2022 and October 2022.

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Outpouring of support follows tragic shooting death of Temple officer: 'The community loved Chris'

PHILADELPHIA - An outpouring of support from Philadelphia and beyond has followed in the wake of the tragic shooting death of Temple University police officer Chris Fitzgerald.Officer Fitzgerald was fatally shot during a struggle with a suspect on 18th Street and Montgomery Avenue Saturday night. Authorities later captured the suspect, identified as 18-year-old Miles Pfeffer, at his home in Buckingham Township, over 20 miles away from where the deadly shooting occurred. Family, friends and community members have visited a growing memorial to Officer Fitzgerald in the days since his death.

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MLB creates 'economic reform committee' as Mets spend hundreds of millions in free agency

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 15: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) New York Mets owner Steven A. Cohen attends the Tom Seaver statue unveiling ceremony before a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field on April 15, 2022 in New York City.

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Sports events, weddings boost post pandemic hotel occupancy

NEW DELHI : Sporting events have joined weddings to become major contributors to the post-pandemic rebound in the hotel sector in India, according to a report. This has led many companies to respond with enhanced value propositions and earnings to capture the rising demand. Hotels and resorts are also no longer apologetic about charging commensurately for the facilities and services they deliver, according to the ‘India Hotel Market Review 2022’ report by hospitality consultancy Horwath HTL.

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TSA head on record guns at checkpoints in 2022: 'Reflects what we’re seeing in society'

FILE - A TSA security screening checkpoint is pictured at an airport in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (Photo by: Jeff Greenberg/Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) ATLANTA - The woman flying out of Philadelphia’s airport last year remembered to pack snacks, prescription medicine and a cellphone in her handbag.

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South Lanarkshire health and social care body releases annual report

South Lanarkshire Integration Joint Board (IJB) has published its Annual Performance Report.

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Daytona 500: 10 fast facts about 'The Great American Race'

Austin Cindric, driver of the #2 Discount Tire Ford, takes the checkered flag to win the NASCAR Cup Series 64th Annual Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 20, 2022 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - The 65th running of the Daytona 500 is Sunday with defending champ Austin Cindric hoping to repeat this year as he competes against the sport's best drivers.NASCAR is also celebrating the start of its 75th season with nine winners of both the Daytona 500 and a Cup Series championship giving the command for drivers to start their engines at the Daytona 500.Racing fans are in for a treat with the return of NASCAR on FOX this weekend with the 65th running of the Daytona 500.

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Paramount+ to raise subscription prices

FILE IMAGE - A TV remote is seen with the Paramount+ logo displayed on a screen in this illustration photo taken on Feb. 6, 2022.

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Captain of boys' soccer team, rescued in Thailand cave in 2018, dead at 17

File: Duangpetch Promthep, 13, a forward and captain of the Wild Boars football team, attends a Buddhist ceremony at the entrance of Tham Luang cave on August 3, 2018. (Photo by Thierry Falise/LightRocket via Getty Images) The captain of the boys’ soccer team that was dramatically rescued from a flooded cave in Thailand in 2018 has died in England while attending a sports academy, reports say. Duangpetch "Dom" Promthep of the "Wild Boars" team was one of 12 players who along with their coach became trapped in the Tham Luang cave during an unexpected rainstorm in June that year. Faced with tremendous challenges, a team of the world’s most experienced divers navigated the maze of flooded, narrow cave tunnels.

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The poles are officially greased — Philly prepares for possible Eagles celebration after Super Bowl

PHILADELPHIA - It's become something of a tradition in Philadelphia - one that most other cities just don't understand.Hours before a big sports game, the city sets out on a mission to grease the poles near City Hall in anticipation of a victory.The goal? To stop die-hard fans from climbing poles around the city to celebrate their team.RELATED COVERAGE: It's a Philly thing: Police will grease poles ahead of Eagles-49ers NFC Championship gamePhiladelphia police announced the same safety precaution before the NFC Championship game at Lincoln Financial Field last month.While the tactic proves unsuccessful time-and-time again, police were still spotted greasing the poles Sunday ahead of the Eagles showdown against the Chiefs in the Super Bowl.Perhaps it's become a superstition, a sign of a win to come? Or maybe this time the greased poles will win!In addition to the greased poles, Philadelphia is preparing for a possible celebration with road closures and other safety precautions throughout the weekend.

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Lanarkshire communities break down mental health barriers in successful Time to Talk Day

People across Lanarkshire have joined the UK’s biggest conversation on mental health stigma for Time to Talk Day.

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Lanarkshire Apprentice contestant Reece Donnelly leaves hit show due to health issues

The budding Lanarkshire entrepreneur going for glory on hit TV show the Apprentice has had to leave the show.

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Make new friends while taking a gentle stroll on Wishaw health walks

Residents in Wishaw and the surrounding areas are being invited to make new friends and become more active by joining new health walks.

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Delaware Gov. John Carney tests positive for COVID-19

DOVER, DE - JUNE 5: Delaware Governor John Carney addresses the media before placing the first bet at Dover Downs Casino on June 5, 2018 in Dover, Delaware. Delaware is the first state to launch legal sports betting since the Supreme Court decision.

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CARAT – 2023 concludes, strengthening maritime cooperation

The Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) – 2023 bilateral exercise successfully concluded in Sri Lanka on 26th January 2023. Hosted by the U.S. Pacific Fleet in partnership with the Sri Lanka Navy, CARAT – 2023 Exercise was held in Colombo, Trincomalee and Mullikulam from 19th to 25th January.The closing ceremony of CARAT – 2023 was held on board ‘USS Anchorage’ at the pier side of Colombo harbour under the auspices of U.S.

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Faye Winter worries fans as she reveals health has taken a ‘battering’ amid ‘split’ rumours with Teddy

LOVE Island's Faye Winer has sparked worry among her loyal fans after admitting her health has taken a "battering." The former estate agent, 27, took to her Instagram page to decompress as she opened up on her state of mind as break-up rumours surround her and Teddy, 26. It came after her Love Island partner Teddy broke down in tears on his own Instagram account. Faye explained her social media absence as she told her followers: "Sorry for the deafening silence but it was needed.

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US Navy, Marines in Colombo for military exercise this week

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps will commence exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT)/Marine Exercise (MAREX) Sri Lanka 2023 with the Sri Lanka Navy and Sri Lanka Air Force in Colombo.The exercise will commence on the 19th of January, and will end on the 26th of January. CARAT/MAREX Sri Lanka is a bilateral exercise between Sri Lanka and the United States designed to promote regional security cooperation, maintain and strengthen maritime partnerships, and enhance maritime interoperability.

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Mum living in mouldy Lanarkshire house fears for children's health after asthma diagnosis

A previously healthy young mum claims she has developed asthma from living in a mouldy local authority house for the last few years.

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Lanarkshire Armed Forces veteran fronting new mental health campaign

A Lanarkshire man is fronting a new campaign from a national mental health programme to help more veterans open up about their mental health.

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Import restrictions on energy drinks, MDF wood and CCTV lifted

COLOMBO (News 1st) – State Finance Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya says that import restrictions on 10 different products related to tourism, security, and sports were lifted.In a statement on Tuesday (20), the State Minister said these items include energy drinks, equipment required for CCTV systems, MGF wood required for the production of furniture, and sports equipment.The State Minister said that this was the third occassion that import restructions were lifted this year.On the 23rd of August 2022, the government restricted the import of 1,465 products.The State Minister said that since then to the 23rd of November, the government managed to save USD 1.211 Billion.On the 9th of September, the import restrictions on 708 items were lifted.On the 23rd of November, the import restrictions on 77 items were lifted.On the 19th of December, the import restrictions on 10 items were lifted. Join the News 1st Update group by simp

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Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera – Sri Lanka’s New Navy Chief

Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, RSP **, USP, ndu, psc, was appointed as the 25th Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy on 18th December 2022, after being elevated to the rank of three-star Admiral.The appointment was made by President Ranil Wickremesinghe.Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera is a product of the Royal College, Colombo. He joined the Sri Lanka Navy in the Executive Branch in 1987 as an Officer Cadet of the 05th Intake of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. He was awarded the ‘Sword of Honour’ for the best in the batch upon successful completion of naval training from the Naval and Maritime Academy, Trincomalee. He was commissioned in the rank of Acting Sub Lieutenant in 1989 and graduated from the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Defence Studies) with honours.In pursuing academics, he has completed a Post Graduate Diploma in International Relations at Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies and has also been conferred with a Master’s in Science Degree (Defence Studies) in Management from the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. He also holds a Master’s Degree of Maritime Policy with Distinctions from the University of Wollongong, Australia.

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North Lanarkshire Council urges locals to beat winter blues with health walks

North Lanarkshire Council is urging locals to walk away the winter blues with a number of health walks.

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North Lanarkshire residents urged to make views known on health and social care services

North Lanarkshire residents are being urged to make their views known on the shape of local health and social care services over the next three years.

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Naomi Osaka says mental health break from tennis was 'necessary' as she promotes new children's book

Naomi Osaka gave fans an update on how she is doing.The athlete said on Good Morning America on Tuesday that taking a mental health break from tennis in 2021 was 'necessary.''I wouldn't have wanted it any other way,' shared the beauty who wore a pale blue satin suit with a feather trim. Helping: Naomi Osaka gave fans an update on how she is doing.

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South Lanarkshire Council recognised nationally for health and social care

South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnership has won three awards of national trophies.

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MTV Channel secures FIFA World Cup Broadcast Rights

COLOMBO (News 1st) – MTV Channel (Pvt) Ltd, the network that owns and operates Sirasa TV, Shakthi TV, TV-1, News 1st and Stein Studios, has been appointed as the Official Television Rights Holders in Sri Lanka for the FIFA World Cup, which is expected to be the most-watched sporting event in world history. The 64 matches in 29 days between 32 nations will air primarily LIVE on TV-1, the network’s islandwide sports and infotaiment channel, whilst also being selectively simulcast and re-aired on Shakthi TV and Sirasa TV. Viewers can tune in to TV-1 on the following UHF frequencies: Colombo 58Nuwara Eliya 59Nuwara Eliya Town 29Matale 53Kandy 51Deniyaya 53Ratnapura 54Jaffna 34Badulla 58Matugama 53 The dazzling opening ceremony is scheduled to commence at 8:00 p.m. Sri Lanka time on Sunday, 20th November, followed immediately by the first match between hosts Qatar and Ecuador at 9:30 p.m.

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Lanarkshire pupil applauded as her inspiring speech on mental health heard in Parliament

A Lanarkshire school pupil has been hailed for her speech on mental health being read in Scottish Parliament.

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Budget 2023 | Amendments to casino, gaming, betting laws

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Sri Lanka's 2023 Budget has proposed to make several amendments to the definitions made in the Betting and Gaming Levy Act, and the Casino Business (Regulation Act).Betting And Gaming Levy Act:The definition of "bookmaker" in the Betting and Gaming Lely Act will be extended to include a person receives or negotiates bets on all type of sports event, including online betting.A licensing mechanism for the business of bookmaker will be introduced, for a fee. Betting and Gaming Lely Act will be amended to permit the licensed bookmakers to register with hland Revenue Department.Engaging in the business of bookmaker without a license and will be prohibited by making it a punishable offence.Casino Business (Regulation) Act:Amendments will be introduced to extend the definition of gaming/ casino to include the oniline gaming/casino.The regulatory and licensing requirements will be applicable for online casinos operate in Sri Lanka.

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Kirsty Gallacher opens up on quitting GB News for major health reason

KIRSTY Gallacher has opened up on the major health condition which saw her quit her breakfast presenting gig on GB News. The former Sky Sports presenter, 46, admitted she found a "benign tumour" shortly before leaving her GB News co-host role alongside Simon McCoy.

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North Lanarkshire health bosses urge locals to give feedback to ensure services improve

Health and social care managers in North Lanarkshire are calling for local people to get in touch with feedback to ensure services improve further.

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Lanarkshire artists urged to apply for fund to help tackle mental health stigma

People in Lanarkshire are being encouraged to tackle mental health stigma and discrimination through the arts.

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Esports video games hold vast betting potential, experts say

(Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Competitive video games hold vast economic potential in the U.S. and worldwide, particularly once gambling companies figure out how to interest players and spectators in betting on them, participants in an industry conference said Tuesday.Speaking at the Casino Esport Conference in Atlantic City, executives with video game companies and casinos agreed there is a vast upside to getting the hundreds of millions of people who play online video games interested in the casino industry."Esports is only going to get bigger," said Seth Schorr, chairman of Las Vegas' Downtown Grand casino.

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Yupun returns with hope of making Athletics a professional sport in Sri Lanka

COLOMBO (News 1st) – South Asia's fastest man & Commonwealth Bronze Medalist Yupun Abeykoon returned to Sri Lanka on Tuesday (18) morning.Sri Lankan sprinter Yupun Abeykoon won Bronze in the Men's 100m at the Commonwealth Games, clocking a time of 10.14 seconds. The first Asian to win a Commonwealth Games medal in the event, Abeykoon was only 0.01 seconds behind Olympic Games finalist Akani Simbine of South Africa who took SilverHe is currently ranked 20th in the world rankings, and this is the first time he visited Sri Lanka following the conclusion of the Commonwealth Games.Speaking to reporters Abeykoon said he was pleased to renew many recorded this years, and it also in talks with the Sports Minister to improve Sri Lankan Athletics to a professional sport.

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Eagles take third-ever 6-0 start in franchise history heading into off week

PHILADELPHIA - Nick Sirianni threw his head back as he walked into Philadelphia’s locker room and bellowed, " How ‘bout them Eagles! " The Eagles coach took delight in echoing the old Dallas catchphrase.Sirianni had every reason to revel in the moment: The Eagles are the only undefeated team in the NFL.That’s right, 6-0 for only the third time in franchise history, and first since the 2004 season when Donovan McNabb, Terrell Owens & Co. raced all the way to the Super Bowl.Jalen Hurts, C.J.

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Phillies offense erupts for 9 runs to take 2-1 NLDS lead over Braves

PHILADELPHIA - Rhys Hoskins burst out of his postseason malaise with a three-run homer and spiked his bat in triumph and Bryce Harper hit a two-run shot that sent Philadelphia Phillies fever soaring and helped carry them to a 9-1 win over the Atlanta Braves in Game 3 of the NL Division Series on Friday night.Harper added an RBI double as Philadelphia took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five matchup against the reigning World Series champs. The Phillies can advance to the NL Championship Series with a Game 4 win at home on Saturday.The Phillies and a sellout crowd of 45,538 fans waited 11 mostly miserable years -- 4,025 days, to be exact -- to host a playoff game again at Citizens Bank Park.Phillies fans should save the rally towels -- the Phillies played like a team that wants to keep Red October aliveThe bats erupted in a six-run third inning that will forever be stamped on a Philly sports highlight reel.

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High levels of BPA found in name-brand sports bras, shirts, advocacy group says

consumer advocacy group has sent legal notices to 11 sports apparel brands for allegedly selling sports bras and athletic shirts with high levels of BPA, a chemical that can cause health problems if exposure is too high.According to the Center for Environmental Health (CEH), an advocacy group focused on toxic chemicals in products, testing showed the bras and shirts contained more than 22 times the amount of BPA considered safe under California standards. BPA is used to make certain types of plastics and is widely used in almost every industry.The sports bra brands listed are Athleta, PINK, Asics, The North Face, Brooks, All in Motion, Nike and FILA.

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Ahungalle shooter gunned down by STF

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The suspect connected to the attempted assassination in Ahungalle on Wednesday (12) was killed in a Police STF fire on Thursday (13) evening.Sri Lanka Police said a shooting took place close to a sports ground in Ahungalle.Ahungalle Attempted Assassination:It was just after 12 noon on Wednesday (12) when a man in a car opened fire at a three-wheeler driver at the Ahungalle Three-Wheeler Park using a T-56 Assault Rifle.The target of the shooting had scuffled with the shooter before the shooter made a getaway.The man who was injured in the shooting was admitted to the Balapitiya Base Hospital, and he was identified as a 45-year-old male from Gal Vehera in Ahungalle.Sri Lanka Police said officers recovered seven T-56 Assault Rifle bullet casings from the crime scene.According to Police Records since the 31st of May 2022, a total of 32 people were gunned down and 15 people were injured in shooting incidents among criminal gangsters in the Western and Southern provinces of Sri Lanka.This figure excludes the gangster killed on Thursday (13)

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Facebook parent company Meta unveils $1500 virtual reality headset

BioCoreRx is partnering with 2B3D to create a first-of-its-kind treatment for veterans suffering from PTSD. LiveNOW from FOX learns more about this virtual reality software.Facebook parent Meta unveiled a high-end virtual reality headset Tuesday with the hope that people will soon be using it to work and play in the still-elusive place called the "metaverse."The $1,500 Meta Quest Pro headset sports high-resolution sensors that let people see mixed virtual and augmented reality in full color, as well as eye tracking and so-called "natural facial expressions" that mimic the wearer's facial movements so their avatars appear natural when interacting with other avatars in virtual-reality environments.Formerly known as Facebook, Meta is in the midst of a corporate transformation that it says will take years to complete.

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'Philadelphia fans are great': Former Phillies join celebration after Eagles, Phillies wins this weekend

PHILADELPHIA - What a time to be a Philadelphia sports fan! The city started off the week with two wins under its belt - the Phillies and the Eagles!The victories began Saturday night when the Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-0 to sweep their National League wild-card series.

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National Security, Constitution & Democracy -Army Chief

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage, Commander of the Army in his Army Day Message (October 10) aka 73rd Anniversary Day says the prime responsibility of the Sri Lanka Army is to identify the threats to national security and protect the Constitution and democracy in the country and our unity as one would help to overcome any challenge that may pose in the future. " I encourage you to avoid procrastination and discharge your duties effectively to reach the goals of the organization and serve the best interestas of the Nation, " Here follows the full text of his message;Today, the Sri Lanka Army marks its 73 years of illustrious forward march since its inception as the proud “Protector of the State” that continues to render an unparalleled service for safeguarding sovereignty, territorial integrity, and unity of our beloved motherland. As the Commander of the Army, I take great pride and pleasure in extending my warmest wishes on the occasion of the 73rd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Army.I fervently consider this is the aptest moment to retrospect on the successful journey of the Sri Lanka Army spanned more than seven decades since its founding on 10 October 1949. The Army has become what it is today owing to the exceptional services rendered by former Commanders, Officers, Other Ranks, and civil employees who served and retired. Thus, I honor their selfless commitment and dedication on this remarkable day. I also consider it our prime duty to pay our utmost tribute and respect to the war heroes who made the supreme sacrifice while safeguarding our motherland and bringing peace and harmony to our country to create a better future for the Nation, and I wish a speedy recovery to those who were wounded and

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Starbucks barista appears to pray with customer at drive-thru

Tanya Hinsley said she snapped this photo right after the Starbucks barista prayed with a customer. (Credit: Tanya Hinsley) JONESBORO, Ark. - Waiting in the drive-thru line can be a bit tedious, but Tanya Hinsley said she captured a moment that made it all worth it. The Jonesboro, Arkansas, resident said she was recently at a local Starbucks with her son who had just received his driving permit. "He wanted more practice with going through a drive-thru," Hinsley told FOX Television Stations. RELATED: Hurricane Ian shakes Florida's faith, but can't destroy itHinsley said she was waiting in line when Carrie, the Starbucks employee, started praying with the customer at the front of the line. "My son and I were having a discussion about how we loved that she stopped what she is doing and was bold in her faith and cared enough to pray with someone," Hinsley continued.

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Youth Parliament powers to be increased

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs says that steps will be taken to increase the powers of the Sri Lankan Youth Parliament and to make it more proactive.Minister Roshan Ranasinghe stated that a new bill has been compiled in this regard according to the instructions of the President.Under this, the Minister stated that the young women representing the Youth Parliament will have the opportunity to participate in Sectoral Oversight Committees currently established in the Parliament.The Minister said that he advised the Youth Parliament representatives to discuss with all political parties currently representing the parliament and present their ideas and proposals.20 Parliamentary Sectoral Supervisory Committees have been re-established under the Standing Orders which were amended in the Parliament recently.Five youth representatives are able to participate in the committees.

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Legendary Georgia football coach Vince Dooley hospitalized

Former UGA head coach, Vince Dooley walks the sidelines prior to the Chick-fil-A Kick-Off Game between the Oregon Ducks and Georgia Bulldogs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 3, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) ATHENS, Ga. - Georgia Bulldogs legend Vince Dooley has been hospitalized with COVID-19.Athletic department spokesman Claude Felton says it is a "mild case."The former University of Georgia head football coach and director of athletics apparently had been battling a case of pneumonia and had canceled his appearance at the UGA bookstore before the Auburn game.The news was announced during Saturday's game.Dooley turned 90 last month.Dooley has been inducted into both the Georgia and Alabama Sports Hall of Fames as well as the National College Football Hall of Fame and Sugar Bowl Hall of Fame.

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US teen athletes suffered during pandemic, study shows

The extended school closures during the first 18 months of the COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on US high school athletes, who showed significant decreases in both mental and physical health when sports were cancelled.

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Sri Lanka Rugby discussed with Asia Rugby Chief

COLOMBO (News 1st) – On Thursday 6th October, Asia Rugby President, Qais Al Dhalai received Roshan Ranasinghe, Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs of Sri Lanka at the Asia Rugby offices in Dubai to discuss matters relating to the suspended Sri Lanka Rugby.The discussions were mainly focused on finding solutions for the problems regarding the governance of the game in Sri Lanka and the discussion led to a request from the Honorable Minister for Asia Rugby to allow Sri Lanka Rugby National Teams to take part in Asia Rugby tournaments.Qais Al DhalaiQais Al Dhalai, the Asia Rugby President said “On 22 May 2022, the Sri Lanka Olympic Committee President Suresh Subramaniam met me in Dubai to discuss the matters concerning the suspension of Sri Lanka Rugby by the continental federation where I pledged my support for the Sri Lanka Rugby athletes to return to the field sooner than later. I visited Sri Lanka teams in Coventry a few days prior to the commencement of the Commonwealth Games and I was delighted to see both the men's and women's teams performing well in the global area.”He added “Today, I am delighted to receive Honorable Roshan Ranasinghe the new Sri Lankan Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs at the headquarters of Asia Rugby in the UAE – Dubai and thanking him for his commitment, dedication and passion towards sport and rugby in specific.

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Archeologists unearth 2,000-year-old Hercules statue in Greece

The Hercules statue and dig site are pictured in provided images. (Credit: Greek Ministry of Culture and Sports) Archeologists recently unearthed a nearly 2,000-year-old statue depicting Hercules, one of the best-known heroes in ancient mythology, while working in northeastern Greece. During an excavation on Sept.

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