South Asians have a gene that doubles the risk from corona virus
People in South Asian region are at higher risk of developing the disease after being infected with covid, the University of Oxford has found. This is due to the identification of a secret gene in South Asians that can double the risk of contracting the disease. A report released by the University of Oxford states that people with this dangerous gene are more likely to die after contracting Covid.
UK introduced a vaccine that can prevent 90 percent of cervical cancer
Foreign media have revealed a vaccine that can prevent 90 percent of cervical cancers. It was further reported that the vaccine could save thousands of lives. The United Kingdom has recently introduced a treatment to reduce the risk of cervical cancer, which is commonly diagnosed among women. The study found that vaccines against the human papillomavirus (HPV) were 90 percent effective against cervical cancer. Almost all cervical cancers are caused by viruses, and vaccination is expected to largely eradicate the disease. Researchers also say that this marks a turning point in human history. They also point out that this will save thousands of lives.
New Department established by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has established the Foreign Exchange Promotion Facilitation Department. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka stated that the department has been established with effect from the 3rd of this month. The department has been set up to facilitate and regulate the remittances of employees into the country.
Warnings that covid deaths could rise further in Europe
The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that another 500,000 deaths could occur in Europe by next February. The highest number of daily infections in Germany since the outbreak began yesterday (04) and the number of daily infections in many European countries has also increased. The World Health Organization (WHO) said in a statement that it was “concerned” about the pace of transmission of the covid-19 virus in the region.
UK approved a capsule for covid infected people
The UK Drug Regulatory Authority has decided to approve a capsule for the first time for covid patients. The drug was named ‘molnupiravir’ and was approved for use in people diagnosed with Covid infection. It is recommended to give the capsule twice a day to an infected person.
Two more T20 matches today
The match between New Zealand and Namibia and the match between India and Scotland in the 20-20 Cricket World Cup will be played today (05). The match in Sharjah is scheduled to start at 3.30 pm local time today. New Zealand, who have won three of their last three matches, are third in the group’s bonus points table. Namibia finished third in the group with three wins from one match.
Sri Lanka won the match
Sri Lanka beat West Indies by 12 runs in the Super 12 round of the T20 World Cup yesterday (04). Batting first, Sri Lanka scored 189 runs for the loss of 3 wickets. West Indies won the toss and elected to bat first. Charith Asalanka scored 68 runs while Pathum Nissanka scored 51 runs for Sri Lanka. In reply, West Indies were bowled out for 169 in 20 overs for the loss of eight wickets. Nicholas Pooran scored 46 and Shimron Hetmeyer 81 not out for the West Indies. Binura Fernando, Wanindu Hasaranga and Chamika Karunaratne took two wickets each for Sri Lanka.
New coach of the Indian cricket team
Former Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid has been appointed as the new head coach of the Indian cricket team. He will take over the post after the current 20/20 World Cup Cricket Tournament. Rahul Dravid has been the head coach for two years and will take over on November 17. Announcing the appointment, he said he was pleased to be the head coach. Ravi Shastri was previously the head coach of the Indian team.
There is an increase in the number of corona infections in some districts- Dr.Sudarshani Fernandopulle
Minister of State for Corona control Sudarshani Fernandopulle said that there was an increase in the number of corona infections in some districts. She added that the growing situation could not be underestimated and that the number of infected people could not be prevented from rising further if people did not adhere to basic health laws. Currently, the number of reported cases is around 500, but if health laws are not followed, that number could soon exceed 1,500, she said. She added that the success of the measures taken so far to control the spread of corona largely depends on the behavior of the people.
The government has given up control of the prices of 17 items.Price decision in the hands of traders
The government has removed the maximum price imposed on 17 essential food items including sugar, dhal, potatoes, wheat flour, milk powder, chicken, big onions, canned fish and maize. The government has issued a new gazette notification removing the control price of 17 essential items. Accordingly, their prices are to be decided by the traders.