Workers begin months-long repaving project of Washington Avenue

A report published yesterday in Clinical Infectious Diseases describes a new SARS-CoV-2 mutation that confers resistance to the COVID-19 antiviral drug remdesivir in two persistently infected kidney transplant recipients treated with immunosuppressive drugs.NYU researchers identified the V792I RNA-dependent 25 RNA polyme

package of F-16s to Pakistan, a move strongly opposed by India, Anthony Blinken said that the United States has a responsibility and an obligation. The US also said that it was a sustained programme.

Jyar Davis, 22 (New Castle Police)WILMINGTON, Del. - A connection on a popular dating app quickly took a turn for the worse for two victims in Wilmington over the past two months.Police say 22-year-old Jyar Davis is a suspect in at least two online dating robberies after meeting men on the Grindr app.The first victim, a 39-year-old man, was reportedly robbed on the 1500 block of Bonwood Road in Alban Park on August 28.Less than a month later, a 20-year-old was robbed on the 400 block of Homestead Road in Alban Park on September 21.MORE HEADLINES:In both robberies, police say the suspect pointed a handgun at the victims, and stole their phones and money.Jyar was charged with robbery and possession of a firearm and held on $230,000.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Report of the special committee related to the May 9 violent incidents will be submitted to Parliament soon by State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon.The gazette notification to remove legal obstacles to the extradition of criminals from the UAE was also approved.State Minister of Defense Premitha Bandara Tennakoon said in Parliament that the report of the special committee related to the violent incidents that took place on and around May 9th was handed over to the President on the 8th of September and accordingly steps will be taken to inform the Cabinet and the Parliament about it in the future.The state minister said this recently (23) while presiding over the first meeting of the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Defence related to the new session.According to the report of this committee comprising former Navy Commander Admiral of the Fleet Wasantha Karnagoda, former Air Force Commander Marshal of the Air Force Mr.Roshan Gunathilake, and former Army Commander General Daya Rathnayake (retired), if any lapses have occurred in the security forces, measures will be taken in the future the State Minister said.The minister said this when the members brought to the attention of the committee whether there were any lapses by the security forces in connection with the violent incidents that took place in Sri Lanka on and around May 9 and the legal measures to be taken against those involved.Also, Defense Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne (retired) said that the law will be strictly enforced against those involved and those who supported these violent incidents.Meanwhile, the approval of the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Defense was also received to present the order made under

FILE - A young girl gets a COVID-19 vaccination in San Jose, Calif., on June 21, 2022. (Jane Tyska/Digital First Media/The Mercury News via Getty Images) Pfizer asked U.S.

PHILADELPHIA - A New Insider Advantage/FOX 29 Philadelphia poll shows Democratic nominee John Fetterman leading Dr. Mehmet Oz by a narrow margin in Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate Race. The poll, which surveyed 550 likely voters, shows just how tight the race is between the top two candidates with just a few weeks left before election day on Nov.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - As Hurricane Ian continues to strengthen and aim for Florida's Gulf Coast later this week, area military officials have ordered all ships and aircraft to prepare for the expected storm.HURRICANE IAN TRACKER: PROJECTED PATH, WATCHES AND WARNINGS, STORM SURGE, WINDS, RAINFALL TOTALS AND MORERear Adm. Jim Aiken, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command, said U.S.

Police are searching for a suspect who was caught on camera opening fire on a person at a Kensington basketball court.  (Philadelphia Police Department)PHILADELPHIA - A 23-year-old man is paralyzed after a pickup basketball game turned deadly last month, and now the man responsible is in custody, according to the DA's office.Fahim Key, 20, is charged with attempted murder and aggravated assault in connection to the shooting at McVeigh Playground Basketball Court on August 9.Officials say Key initiated an argument during the game, then shot the victim in the back, hip and leg after he walked away."Leaving a young man with what are likely lifetime injuries and disabilities," the DA's office said.RELATED COVERAGE: Video: Police searching for shooter who opened fire, shot man on Kensington basketball courtKey and another man were caught fleeing the scene on surveillance footage.He was arrested last week, and is now being held on $1 million bail and a Stay Away Order.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The fire brigade rushed a dozen fire engines to battle a massive fire that engulfed the Kajimawatte area of Grandpass, Colombo 14 on Tuesday (27) evening.Over fifty firefighters from the fire stations of Grandpass, Kotahena, and Darley Road battled to save hundreds of houses while hundreds of people were evacuated from their homes.

An ally of President Vladimir Putin issued a stark new nuclear warning to Ukraine and the West on Tuesday as referendums billed by Russia as a prelude to it annexing four Ukrainian regions entered their fifth and final day.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that the need at the moment for the island nation is an agreement with its three main creditors – India, China, and Japan."We've had discussions with the IMF. We have come to a staff-level agreement.

NEW DELHI : Union Home and Cooperation minister, Amit Shah, on Tuesday inaugurated the 150-bed ESIC Hospital and laid the foundation stone for the 750 bed Adarsh multispecialty hospital of Umiya Mata K.P Educational Trust in Kalol, Gujarat.  Addressing the occasion, the minister said that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi and the guidance of Union Labour minister, Bhupendra Yadav, the employee state insurance scheme is revived and workers across the country are receiving its benefits. “PM has given the right to health to every person of the country, especially the poor. Under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Yojana, he has provided free healthcare facilities up to Rs.

Authorities say Trinh T. Nguyen shot her two sons, Jeffrey and Nelson, as they laid in their beds on May 2, 2022.

PHILADELPHIA - A man has been hospitalized after he was shot in the chest in Logan on Tuesday morning, according to police. Authorities say the shooting take place around 12:35 a.m.

PHILADELPHIA - Cheryl Yewdall spent most of her life at a Philadelphia care home for people with developmental disabilities. It was there, on Jan.

PHILADELPHIA - An act of gun violence has claimed another life in Philadelphia after a shooting in Frankford. According to police, the shooting occurred on the 1200 block of Fillmore Street around 1:38 p.m.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) approved power cuts of 2 hours and 20 minutes for 28th September as follows;Groups ABCDEFGHIJKLPQRSTUVW: 1-hour during daytime 1-hour and 20-minutes during the nightGroups MNOXYZ: 2-hours and 30-minutes from 5.30 AM to 8.00 AMGroup CC: 2-hours and 30-minutes from 6.00 AM to 8.30 AM

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney is set to sign an executive order banning guns from recreation spaces as deadly violence continues to plague the city.Guns and other deadly weapons will be banned from public places across Philadelphia, including recreation center buildings, athletic courts, fields, playgrounds and pools.The order comes just one day after the funeral of recreation worker Tiffany Fletcher, a mother who police say was shot and killed by a teenager earlier this month.Kenney called Fletcher's killing "a brazen and unconscionable act of gun violence.""Tiffany Fletcher—a dedicated, passionate, and driven City employee—was struck by crossfire in the middle of the day doing a job she loved at Millcreek Rec Center in West Philadelphia.," Kenney said.MORE HEADLINES:Last month, five people were injured during a shootout that erupted near another recreation center in West Philadelphia. Police say six suspects fired almost 100 rounds then lead police on a chase that eventually ended with a crash.The executive order is set to be signed by Kenney at City Hall at 10 a.m.

FILE - Two women talk on a park bench on Sept. 27, 2020, in Vancouver, Canada.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – President Ranil Wickremesinghe attended the state funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe at Nippon Budokan in Tokyo today (27).The President was accompanied by his Chief-Of-Staff, Sagala Ratnayake.Several foreign dignitaries including Vice-President of the United States of America, Kamala Haris, also attended the funeral.

Sable Island National Park Reserve in Nova Scotia are “doing well and engaging in all of their usual behaviours” after post-tropical storm Fiona hit Atlantic Canada this weekend, Parks Canada says.In a statement sent to Global News Monday, Jennifer Nicholson, Parks Canada spokesperson for Sable Island National Park Reserve, said the horses act instinctively and seek shelter in groups in the lee of the dunes during the storm.Sable Island National Park Reserve is a narrow strip of dunes and grasslands that is managed by Parks Canada. About 500 Sable Island Horses roam here alongside the world’s biggest breeding colony of grey seals.The island is located in the Atlantic Ocean near the edge of the Continental Shelf, which is 290 kilometres offshore from Halifax, according to Parks Canada.

Abigail Disney attends Firehouse DCTV's Cinema For Documentary Film Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Sept. 20, 2022, in New York City. (Photo by Santiago Felipe/Getty Images) NEW YORK - Abigail E.

PHILADELPHIA - Police are investigating after they say a semi-automatic weapon was discharged on a West Philadelphia street Tuesday morning, sending one man to the hospital.The victim, a 40-year-old man, was reportedly struck in the chest near Landsdowne and Edgewood streets around 1:30 a.m.He was transported to a local hospital, where he is in critical condition and undergoing surgery.Gunfire from the semi-automatic weapon also struck a vehicle, according to police.MORE HEADLINES:Police say they are investigating the same suspect for domestic violence at the same intersection.

PHILADELPHIA - James Harden leaned into a microphone and deadpanned that he lost 100 pounds over the summer. Joel Embiid’s summer vacation — at least, according to the NBA scoring champion — was spent entirely in bed.And what of that NBA investigation into the Philadelphia 76ers for possible tampering in offseason free-agency moves?"The league office does an amazing job," basketball President Daryl Morey said.Well, that seems settled.But for a franchise that has seen a smattering of tumultuous issues and confusing players over the last decade, the 76ers enter the season at peace.

hot dog-and-soda combo deal of $1.50 will remain in place despite record-high inflation. At an earnings call, Galanti said the profit margins the company is seeing in the gas and travel sectors allow Costco to make up for losses at the food court. "Those things help us be more aggressive in other areas, or as you mentioned, hold the price on the hot dog and the soda … forever," Galanti told an analyst from Truist Securities. Galanti said Costco was fortunate in that it did not struggle like other businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. "The enormity of the improvement in the bottom line … we’re better than we were two years ago," he said. FILE - Close-up of signs listing prices at Costco food court, including the price for Costco's hot dog and fountain soda combination, in Danville, California, on July 3, 2022. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images) The retailer’s famous $1.50 hot dog-and-soda combo has remained unchanged since it was first introduced in the 1980s.

@WHO is deeply committed to prevent, better study, advocate for and provide care for Post COVID-19 Condition (#LongCovid) https://t.co/e9SRryquNV Earlier this month, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO) said that the world had never been in a better position to end the Covid-19 pandemic and urged nations to keep up their efforts against the virus. While addressing a virtual press conference, the WHO chief said, “We are not there yet, but the end is in sight." He further warned saying, "…but the world needed to step up to “seize this opportunity, a marathon runner does not stop when the finish line comes into view.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka President's Counsel Saliya Pieris has responded to the claims made by the Acting Defence Minister on seeking six hour prior approval for protests or demonstrations.Responding to the acting Minister of Defence saying that the Police should be notified and approval must be obtained from local Police six hours before holding a protest, the President ofthe Bar Association of Sri Lanka noted that it was not what the Supreme Court held in the case of Vivienne Goonewardene v Hector Perera as per the judgment of Justice J.F.A. Soza in 1983.He added that accordingly.

PHILADELPHIA - A man wanted in connection with a home invasion and sexual assault of a senior citizen in Philadelphia is now in police custody, authorities say. Zyree Downing, 22, was wanted as a suspect in the assault of a 71-year-old woman inside a home on the 7400 block of Devon Street in mid-September, according to police. PREVIOUS: Police: Man sought in Philadelphia home invasion, sexual assault of senior citizenAuthorities say he entered the woman's home through an unlocked door and punched the woman in the head and back before he choked her. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESAccording to police, Downing then forced the woman to disrobe and sexually assaulted her. Police say they were searching for Downing, who was believed to have taken the victim's cell phone and credit card before fleeing in her gray 2014 Toyota Corolla. Sources tell FOX 29's Steve Keeley that the man was followed by authorities to North Carolina, where he later turned himself in. Philadelphia police say he was taken into custody on Monday just after 11 p.m. A man wanted in connection with a home invasion and sexual assault of a senior citizen in Philadelphia is now in police custody, sources tell FOX 29's Steve Keeley.This is a developing story.

FOX Forecast Center expects the storm to rapidly intensify into a major hurricane by early Tuesday as it approaches western Cuba. A Hurricane Warning remains in effect for parts of Florida's Gulf Coast, including the Tampa Bay area, ahead of the expected wind, rain and storm surge from Hurricane Ian later this week with the Tampa area square in the middle of the latest forecast cone.Florida Gov.

₹2,000 crore. With the acquisition, Torrent Pharma will add a Field Force of 600 MRs and a distribution network of 900 stockists. “Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited (Torrent Pharma) has entered into definitive agreements to acquire 100% of Curatio Healthcare (I) Private Limited (Curatio) for Rs.

PHILADELPHIA - Two teens are in police custody after authorities say they carjacked and beat a rideshare driver on Tuesday morning in Mantua. Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small told reporters the incident happened just before 2:30 a.m.

OAKLAND, Calif. - A total of 47 Alameda County Sheriff's deputies were told on Friday that they were relieved of their law enforcement duties because they received unsatisfactory results on their psychological examinations dating back to 2016, KTVU has learned.That means the deputies –  roughly 5% of the 1,000-member sworn force – who received "D. Not Suited" will be stripped of their arresting powers and firearms, but they will retain their pay and benefits. KTVU obtained a copy of the letter over the weekend.In his letter, Sheriff Gregory Ahern promised to schedule another psych exam and that his intention is to "resolve this issue as quickly as possible" and "return to full duty status once you obtain a ‘suitable’ finding." On Monday, Sheriff's spokesman Lt.

Lena Dunham "struggled" with putting her health above having children. The 'Girls' creator - who is married to Luis Felber - has been open about her struggles with endometriosis and ultimately underwent a hysterectomy and though she was worried she'd closed the door on starting a family, she eventually realised she couldn't carrying on living in constant pain. She told Observer magazine: “It was one of those decisions where… it’s not really a decision? I struggled with this idea, that I had chosen my own health over being able to bear children.

HOUSTON - Officials are investigating a tragic death in southwest Houston, where a 9-year-old boy died after his grandfather found him unresponsive in the tub. It happened in the 15600 block of Corsair Rd. a little before 10 p.m.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Tests will be conducted to determine the quality of Petrol and Diesel in the country, announced the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka on Tuesday (27).PUSCL Chairman Janaka Ratnayake said that samples are being obtained at present, and noted that serious complaints have been received over the quality of fuel available in Sri Lanka.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Sabry called on Secretary-General of the United Nations António Guterres and briefed him on the steps being taken by Sri Lanka to overcome current challenges.The discussion also focused on further UN assistance to Sri Lanka.Foreign Minister Ali Sabry on Saturday (24) sought for cooperation and support of the international community including the United Nations for Sri Lanka’s new resolve to “build back better” with political, economic, and social reforms following the unprecedented crisis faced by the country.Addressing the UN’s 77th General Assembly in New York, Sabry said measures include a review of the present procedures, the strengthening of the institutional framework of democratic governance, and the adoption of urgent measures to restore long-term economic stability.   

CATANIA, ITALY - NOVEMBER 24: Two cancer patients attend a chemotherapy session in the Medical Oncology department headed by Dr Giusi Scandurra of Cannizzaro hospital on November 24, 2020 in Catania, Italy. In the Oncology and Senology departments of LONDON - Researchers say a genetically modified herpes virus is showing promise in fighting against a range of advanced cancers in early trial results.A team from The Institute of Cancer Research, London, and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, said the virus, RP2, proved to be effective in a quarter of patients taking part in the experiment.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The United States Permanent Representative to the UN Food and Agriculture Agencies in Rome, Ambassador Cindy McCain says support will be provided for Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture in Sri Lanka.The United States Permanent Representative to the UN Food and Agriculture Agencies in Rome, Ambassador Cindy McCain met with Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera at the Ministry of Agriculture, which also saw the participation of US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chang. Meanwhile, The United States Permanent Representative to the UN Food and Agriculture Agencies in Rome, Ambassador Cindy McCain, and US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung met with the Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs Aruni Wijeywaradane yesterday. US Ambassador Julie Chung noted the USA will continue its support to strengthen the economy of Sri Lanka. 

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Sri Lanka's energy regulator has approved for the Ceylon Electricity Board to purchase power from Private Plants until Norochcholai Power Plant is restored.Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera said the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will provide the necessary Diesel, Naphtha, and Furnace Oil requirements to the CEB to maintain power generation without extending the power cuts.This announcement came after Generator 3 at the Norochcholai Coal Power Plant failed.The Chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka said that the Generator failed due to a fault.He warned that lengthy power cuts are expected in the future, and the power cut schedule will be announced soon.Generator 2 at the Norochcholai Coal Power Plan is already out for repairs.Accordingly, only 300 MW of a total of 900 MW is being generated.

Coronation Street spoilers have confirmed an emotional exit for fan-favourite James Bailey after actor Nathan Graham quit the ITV cobbles for good.Next Monday will see James leave Weatherfield for good after receiving a life-changing diagnosis.He suffered a heard attack on the football pitch during a friendly pub team game and was rushed to hospital.

This is the lowest number of cases recorded in the last 118 days, the health ministry data showed on Tuesday. New Delhi: India reported around 3,230 Covid-19 new cases in the last 24 hours, the lowest recorded in 118 days, the health ministry data showed on Tuesday. The country’s active cases have declined to 42,358 with over 4.45 crore cases so far.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The National Livestock Development Board says that it has decided to review the prices of eggs.State Minister D.B Herath said a discussion will be held on Wednesday (28) with the participation of all stakeholders.The Minister said that he expects to discuss the existing egg prices and make the necessary amendments.The Minister further said that the discussion will consider whether the current production cost presented by the egg producers is reasonable.Also Watch:  

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Minister of Power and Energy says that the remaining Cargos from last year's Coal Tender has been advanced to fulfill the immediate requirements of Norochcholai.Accordingly, the advance payment for the 1st Cargo was completed yesterday (26).A Long Term Tender & A Spot Tender will be advertised this week for the full requirements.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – A Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Local Government Member was arrested over the Rs. 20 Million Bank Heist in ThambuttegSri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Local Government Member ama.Sri Lanka Police said that a Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Local Government Member from the Rajanganaya Pradeshiya Sabha was arrested for aiding and abetting in the crime.The suspect is a 44-year-old resident from Rajanganaya.A Sri Lankan Police Officer has been hailed a hero after he valiantly stopped two men from making a getaway with over Rs.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Agrarian Services Department says that it expects to cultivate over 845,000 hectares of paddy in the Maha season.The Agrarian Services Department says that 512,000 hectares of paddy were cultivated in the Yala season.It further said that only 80% of the harvest was reaped during the Yala Season.

My 24-year-old daughter is covered under my family floater policy. In a month, she’ll be married. Is it possible for her to keep the coverage and receive all of the benefits accumulated over the last 12 years? -Name withheld on request Health insurance policies generally provide cover only for dependent children up to a fixed age.

 tOKYO (News 1st) – President Ranil Wickremesinghe met with the Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Hsien Loong in Tokyo on Tuesday (27), and said that his priority was to bring into effect the Free Trade Agreement with Singapore.During the discussions President Wickremesinghe informed the Singaporean Prime Minister that an international trade office was being established in the President’s office.Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong welcomed the news, and stated that Singapore was looking forward to investing in Sri Lanka once again.President Wickremesinghe invited the Singaporean Prime Minister to visit Sri Lanka next year when the country celebrates its 75th Independence Anniversary.

NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) has redirected the non-threatening space rock and altered its flight path.