Price of a loaf of bread will be increased by Rs. 30/-

A Scots mother has urged parents to be vigilant after her son’s “sickness bug” turned out to be a rare and deadly side-effect of Covid-19 in children. Keen athlete Euan Steel, 10, had no underlying health issues when he tested positive for the virus in October, and his only symptom was a mild headache.

Vancouver city hall is on the hook for $5.7 million of the VPD’s budget after it was chopped from the original budget. The city will have to come up with the cash.

FAIRMOUNT - Philadelphia's Work to Ride program is bringing world-famous polo champions to Philadelphia's Fairmount Park. The program, known for giving kids a new lease on life, hopes to attract thousands of visitors during Philadelphia's first polo classic on September 24 at Chamounix Stables.Nacho Figueras, the David Beckham of polo, will lend his talent to the event.

In a letter to Dr. Elizabeth Richardson, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) chair Dawn Danko requested support to maintain mask requirements for staff and students until April 15.“As Medical Officer of Health to the City of Hamilton, we respectfully ask you to consider the calls from the medical and science communities, and to issue a Section 22 order to maintain mask requirements for all HWDSB students and staff beyond March 21, 2022,” Danko asked.

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minimum wage increases to inflation.The change means the minimum wage will jump to $15.65 per hour on June 1, up from $15.20 an hour.“This is so wages keep pace in a predictable way. This provides certainty for businesses as well,” Minister of Labour, Harry Bains said Monday.“This better reflects the challenges for workers.

Russian social media influencers could be heard across the internet before going dark when Instagram was banned in the country on Monday.Russian state media regulators followed through on the promise to ban Instagram after alleging the platform is being used to call for violence against Russian citizens and military personnel.Russia has already blocked access to Facebook (owned by Meta Platforms, which also owns Instagram), limited access to Twitter and criminalized the intentional spreading of what Moscow deems to be “fake” reports, as part of President Vladimir Putin’s crackdown on social media and news outlets like the BBC. Over 2.8 million refugees have fled Ukraine amid Russian invasion, UN says Many Russian influencers said tearful goodbyes to their followers before asking fans to migrate to other platforms like Telegram and VK, both of which are still permitted in Russia.NEXTA, a Belarusian media outlet, shared a video of an unnamed Russian influencer claiming to be in the “first stages of grief” over the Instagram ban.

Dylan O’Brien has cancelled the rest of his press plans for The Outfit.

will now ensure they get life-saving care in safety. Hugely grateful to everyone involved in helping get these children and their families here," Javid wrote on Twitter. Nine medical personnel from Southampton Children’s Hospital flew to Poland to retrieve the children, according to the BBC. "The families were so incredibly grateful and the stories they told were horrific," the hospital told the BBC. "I am proud that the UK is offering lifesaving medical care to these Ukrainian children, who have been forced out of their home country by the Russian invasion while undergoing medical treatment.

FILE - Wrestler Scott Hall from "The Resurrection of Jake The Snake Roberts" poses for a portrait at the Village at the Lift Presented by McDonald's McCafe during the 2015 Sundance Film Festival on Jan. 23, 2015 in Park City, Utah.

Apple supplier Foxconn has suspended its operations in the tech hub, the company said Monday.

on-ground events are back, opening up options for artistes, sponsors and event organisers. Comedy events are leading the race but music events including those by new, independent artistes are also gaining a niche but strong consumer base. 

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Former Energy Minister Udaya Gammanpila has called on the government to slash the taxes imposed on fuel and provide relief to the People.He told reporters on Monday (14) that the reason for the recent fuel price hike in Sri Lanka was not prompted by the rise in global oil prices.Gammanpila said that mismanagement of Sri Lanka’s reserves, as well as the forced controls on the rupee, was instrumental in causing the present crisis, including a fuel price hike.He further slammed the General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna, MP Sagara Kariyawasam for calling for his resignation when prices were increased earlier, but is mum when fuel prices were increased in a record hike.“During my tenure as the Energy Minister, I increased the prices of diesel by Rs. 7 as per the recommendations of the Prime Minister and President.

Gas prices continue to hit record levels across the country and Canadians are feeling the effect.

DANCING on Ice star Kimberley Wyatt beat her male rivals to win the solo skate competition, while Kye Whyte was bottom of the leaderboard. Phillip Schofield presented Dancing On Ice solo for the first time as Holly Willoughby was forced to miss tonight's semi-final due to Covid. The presenter, 41, had to stay home to isolate, for the show that had a new start time of 7.30pm tonight.

Philadelphia police are searching for two offenders they believe are responsible for the shooting death of a man in Hunting Park on March 2.  PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department is offering $20,000 for information on the fatal shooting of a man in Hunting Park in early March. On March 2, officers responded to the 1100 block of W.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Cement prices have risen with Tokyo cement increasing the price of a 50 kg bag of cement by 350 rupees.Accordingly, the new price of a bag of cement will be Rs. 1,850.The price of a bag of cement remained at Rs.

COLOMBO (News 1st); A decision has been reached to increase bus fares from midnight tomorrow (14).The decision was reached after considering the demands made by the bus associations.Director General of the National Transport Commission, Commander Nilan Miranda, said the fare revisions would be submitted to the Cabinet tomorrow (14) for approval.Accordingly, the new minimum bus fare will increase to between Rs. 19 to 20, and the rest of the prices will be decided once the minister submits a cabinet paper to the cabinet, the NTC Director General added.

Fuel prices have continued to soar across the country over the past few weeks, impacting everyday lives of Canadians.

What’s the secret to a happy relationship? More and more Canadian couples are choosing commitment, but not to share it under the same roof. It’s called Living Apart Together and statistics show it’s on the rise.

There is a growing phenomenon among Canadians in the way love is being lived. It has a lot to do with the need for couples of all ages to keep their independence but still remain in a loving committed relationship.

His character is the son of a Coronation Street legend but off-screen, Rob Mallard has a very different life.

A B.C. woman trying to get family members out of Poland says despite government assurances that Ukrainian refugees will be expedited, the process is still complicated and cumbersome. Rumina Daya reports.

SPALDING COUNTY, Ga. - When a Spalding County girl celebrated her eighth birthday, she got a present no one ever imagined. Her parents said someone had taken a toy out of a box and replaced it with marijuana.The girl's dad said from the outside, it looked like a regular box with a toy in it.

LOS ANGELES - Rideshare drivers have been hit hard with the recent spike in gas prices and soon rideshare customers could be impacted as well. The recent surge in gas prices has prompted Uber to add a fuel surcharge in order to help drivers and couriers struggling with the recent financial burden. "Beginning Wednesday, March 16, consumers will pay a surcharge of either $0.45 or $0.55 on each Uber trip and either $0.35 or $0.45 on each Uber Eats order, depending on their location—with 100% of that money going directly to workers’ pockets," Uber wrote in a press release. "We know that prices have been going up across the economy, so we’ve done our best to help drivers and couriers without placing too much additional burden on consumers. Over the coming weeks, we plan to listen closely to feedback from consumers, couriers and drivers.

Portland police officers at the scene where a woman gave birth and allegedly walked away and left the child on a sidewalk. (Portland Police Bureau) An Oregon woman gave birth to a baby girl on a sidewalk and then walked away and left the child, authorities said Thursday. The Portland Police Bureau said officers and first responders received a report Wednesday of a woman who had given birth just before 11 a.m. They were dispatched when it was reported the mother allegedly walked away. Officers arrived on bicycle and checked on the newborn, who was being cared for by paramedics, police said. "They said the mother, the woman, was stumbling away eastbound on Market with a lot of blood and amniotic fluid all over her," officer Kirby-Glatkowski told KOIN-TV. The mother was not cooperative and was taken to a hospital for a mental health evaluation, police said. "My partner and I went to try and engage her, contact her, talk to her see what was going on.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation had decided increase fuel prices with immediate effect, and the revised prices are as follows :92 Octane by Rs. 77/-, to Rs.

New Brunswick are reporting a two-patient rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations, for a total of 103.The government’s COVID-19 dashboard indicates 14 people are in intensive care, a decrease of four patients since Thursday’s update.Officials are reporting one new COVID-19 death, bringing the total count in the province to 317. Pandemic, fuel prices contribute to New Brunswick’s booming bicycle business The new death involves someone in their 60s in the Miramichi region.Officials are reporting 403 new PCR-confirmed cases.New Brunswick now has 4,055 active reported infections.This will be the last daily report, as the province prepares to lift most COVID-19 restrictions next week.The COVID-19 dashboard will now be updated on a weekly basis every Tuesday with data up until, and including, the previous Saturday.Beginning Monday, masking will no longer be required in public spaces.

Ontario are “expected” to follow the province’s plan to lift mask mandates on March 21, a statement from the education minister’s office says, despite concerns from some boards.Earlier this week, chief medical officer of health Dr. Kieran Moore announced a plan to lift remaining COVID-19 restrictions in Ontario, including the mask mandate in many public settings and schools after March break.“Of all the provinces to release plans to lift masking requirements in schools, Ontario has one of the most cautious timelines,” a statement from Education Minister Stephen Lecce’s office said Friday.

Dua Lipa has been sued twice for copyright infringement in regard to her 2020 single, Levitating. The first complaint was filed last week by the Florida reggae band Artikal Sound System and it claims Dua Lipa plagiarized their 2017 song Live Your Life.A second complaint was filed on Friday by songwriters L. Russell Brown and Sandy Linzer.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Medicines Price Control Committee had granted approval to increase the prices of medicines.State Minister Professor Channa Jayasumana told News 1st that the prices of medicines will be increased by 29%.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The price of multiple goods in Sri Lanka were increased with effect on Friday (10), after the government allowed the currency to float.Here’s a list of what was increased on #PriceHikeFriday:1. Fuel Prices:Lanka IOC raised petrol and diesel prices by Rs. 50/- and Rs.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The All Ceylon Restaurant Owners’ Association has said that the prices of rice packets, Kottu, and Short Eats will be increased from Friday (10)The Price of a rice packet will go up by Rs. 20/-, Kottu up by Rs.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Prima Ceylon (Private) Limited has decided to increase the prices of wheat flour.PRIMA said that One kilogram of Wheat Flour was increased by a price between Rs. 35/- to Rs.45/-.

COLOMBO (News 1st): Lanka IOC, the Indian Oil Corporation in Sri Lanka increased petrol and diesel prices by Rs. 50/- and Rs. 75/- from Thursday (10) .Lanka IOC Statement:CBSL has announced flexibility in foreign exchange rate and the Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated twice in last 7 days against the dollar, initially to Rs 230 per USD and then again to an exorbitant level of Rs.

A funeral was held in Lviv, Ukraine for a Ukrainian solider killed in the war with Russia. According to a local priest, this is happening more and more often as the conflict rages on, and many men are dying too young.

The Ford Government continues to face demands that it show evidence to back up its decision to drop masking rules on March 21. Matthew Bingley reports.

Lecce defends end date for Ontario school mask mandate amid calls for more time That resolution for all students was passed by the board just days after the province announced it would only require students from grades 4 to 12 to wear masks.The province then extended the order to include grades 1 through 3 in August 2021.On Wednesday, the Ontario government announced masking would no longer be required in schools as of March 21.In a statement on Thursday, Upper Grand said it “consulted with several parties to determine next steps and receive clarity” on whether it could still mandate masks in school.“Those consultations concluded that once the province lifts its masking requirements, the school board does not have the independent authority to prescribe public health measures in response to an infectious disease, such as COVID-19,” the board said.“Further, boards of trustees do not have the authority to impose restrictions that the Ministry has directed must be revoked.”Changes to the masking protocol will be on the agenda during a board meeting that had already been scheduled for March 22. Guelph’s top doc to lift own mask mandate put in place months before provincewide policy The board of trustees will have to follow the direction of the government and bring forward a motion to officially rescind the board resolution from August 2022.“We know that the topic of masks can be a divisive one,” director of education Peter Sovran and chair of the board of trustees Linda Busuttil said in a joint statement.“We want to stress that students, staff and visitors are still welcome to wear masks in our schools, and this is their choice.

Grimes unintentionally announced the birth of her second child with Tesla co-founder and CEO Elon Musk via surrogate.In an exclusive interview with Vanity Fair, Grimes said the baby girl, named Exa Dark Sideræl Musk (pronounced sigh-deer-ee-el), was born in December. The couple also refer to their daughter as “Y.”The new child’s name is complex, with Exa being a reference to exaFLOPS (or, the ability of supercomputers to perform 1 quintillion floating-point operations per second).

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COVID-19 cases and 260 recoveries in the past 24 hours. While active cases in the country stand at 937, the case positivity rate has reduced to 0.56 per cent. Delhi on Wednesday had reported 208 new Covid-19 cases.Delhi reports 212 fresh #COVID19 cases and 260 recoveries in the last 24 hours.Active cases 937Positivity rate 0.56% pic.twitter.com/V1zOJYNnHZ

allergies are driven by the pollen in the air.The AAFA released its annual list of so-called "allergy capitals" in the U.S. for 2022.

FILE - Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones looks over warm ups before the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome on Dec. 02, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Ukraine as Russia wages war, and some U.S. citizens are ready to ship off to join the battle.Fox News correspondent Douglas Kennedy spoke with New Yorkers like former Marine Dennis Diaz who’s prepared to channel his military background in Iraq and Afghanistan."We’re going to go out there, and we’re going to straighten it out," he said. "There’s a lot of similarities between what we did in Iraq and Ukraine."Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy released a plea last month, offering up citizenship to foreign fighters who are willing to defend Ukraine from Russian attacks.

WASHINGTON (AP) - With gas prices at record highs across the U.S., an increasing number of governors and state lawmakers are calling for the suspension of gas taxes to provide relief to motorists who are facing the prospect of even higher pump prices as the country cuts off Russian oil imports.Proposals for a "gas tax holiday" to counter inflation had been moving slowly in Congress and state capitols before Russia invaded Ukraine, but they have gained momentum this week amid surging prices that averaged $4.25 a gallon on Wednesday, according to AAA.Republican legislative leaders in Michigan and Pennsylvania announced proposals Wednesday to suspend or reduce state gas taxes. That came after the Republican governor of Georgia and Democratic governor of California both called for relief from state gas taxes Tuesday, when President Joe Biden ordered a ban on Russian oil imports.Meanwhile, the Democratic governors of Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin sent a joint letter to congressional leaders urging them to support legislation suspending the federal government's 18.4-cent-a-gallon gas tax through 2022.Critics of the proposals say there is no guarantee the savings would get passed on to consumers and worry that suspending gas taxes could hurt funding for road projects.

COVID-19 mask policy following Ontario’s decision to lift the provincial mandate after the March Break.In a release on Wednesday afternoon, Hamilton Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) chair Dawn Danko says their governors will be meeting Thursday to review the province’s move and assess the future of a local mask measure for its younger students.“At HWDSB, the Board of Trustees previously approved a motion that includes mask-wearing for students in Kindergarten to Grade 3,” Danko said.“Trustees will review the motion, the direction from the province and share further details as soon as possible.” Ontario lifts mask mandate in most settings March 21, all directives to drop by April 27 Currently both of Hamilton’s public school systems require masking for all students up to Grade 12 inside their facilities, unless exempt for medical or human rights causes."We know that there are mixed reactions to this change. At HWDSB, we have remained committed to taking a cautious gradual approach to removing safety protocols, along with clear communication with our community when there are changes."Full statement: https://t.co/qOZJ4LW8WZ— HWDSB (@HWDSB) March 9, 2022Dr.

Philadelphia Police Cruiser PHILADELPHIA - Police say they have established a pattern based on the victims, descriptions of the offenders and methods used to commit the crimes. According to police, three men entered a business at 6200 N. Broad Street at 4:00 a.m.