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The Deputy Postmaster General says that several post offices belonging to the Western Province will be open 24 hours a day.It is stated that these post offices will be kept open for payment of fines issued by the Sri Lanka Police regarding traffic offences and other postal activities.Accordingly, the following post offices are open 24 hours a day.BorellaWellawatteHavelock TownDehiwalaMoratuwaPanaduraKalutaraKotahenaSlave IslandBattaramullaMount LaviniaNugegodaSeethawakapuraStay tuned to buzzer.lk for daily similar local information and news.

Minister of State for Finance Ranjith Siyambalapitiya says that they will look into revising the opening and closing hours of liquor stores.Regarding the opening and closing hours of liquor stores, the Minister points out that it is an invitation to illegal liquor dealers in a casual way. Accordingly, it has been proposed to practically change the opening hours of the liquor stores, he added.Also, according to the demand for liquor licenses, the license fee should be increased to get revenue for the government, the minister further stated.Stay tuned to buzzer.lk for daily similar local information and news.

Moon Child, the newest addition to the fashion empire of Dilly & Carlo, has officially launched, promising a harmonious fusion of style and comfort to accompany the dynamic lives of women. Encapsulated by the tagline, ‘Elevate your journey,’ Moon Child is set to redefine fashion, offering versatile collections designed to celebrate the modern woman’s multifaceted life, celebrating her diverse roles from corporate achievements to sports enthusiasm, entrepreneurship, and even the glitz of celebrity.The Moon Child collection features a range of fashion-forward clothing, including tops, skirts, dresses, and pants crafted from high-quality cotton and linen fabrics. Each piece is designed to…

The Ministry of Transport says that it has been decided to temporarily close the New Kelani Bridge (Kalyani Golden Entrance) in 03 phases.Accordingly, it has been announced that the New Kelani Bridge will be temporarily closed from December 1st to 4th, December 8th to 11th, and December 15th to 18th.The announcement further states that this step has been taken due to an essential modernization work and to avoid inconvenience, alternative routes should be used.Stay tuned to buzzer.lk for daily similar local information and news.

Since its discovery in the early 1980s, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) has remained a critical global health concern. Despite advancements in medical research and treatment options, understanding AIDS remains vital for effective prevention and management. Here’s a comprehensive look at what we know about this condition.Understanding AIDSProgress in Treatment and PreventionAntiretroviral Therapy (ART)Significant progress has been made in the treatment of HIV/AIDS with the development of ART. This medication helps suppress the virus, allowing individuals with HIV to live longer and healthier lives. When taken consistently, ART also reduces the risk of transmitting HIV to others.Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)PrEP involves taking…

World AIDS Day 2023 is today (December 01). This year’s AIDS Day theme is ‘Let communities lead’’.In 1981, the first AIDS patient was diagnosed in a hospital in Los Angeles, and since then, more than 40 million people have died from AIDS-related illnesses.Dr Nishan Gunaratne of the AIDS and STD Unit states that 485 HIV-infected people have been diagnosed in Sri Lanka only in the first 10 months of this year, and the tests to identify the infected have been further expanded.Visit our Medical News Section for more medical news and information.

The GCE O/L 2022 examination results have been released by now. Accordingly, the examination department stated that the results can be obtained by entering the examination number by visiting the Department of Examination website https://www.doenets.lk.Stay tuned to buzzer.lk for daily similar local information and news.

Sports Minister Mr Harin Fernando advised that the State Sports Minister’s Office located at the World Trade Center should be established in the Sports Ministry Building, Colombo 7. Accordingly, Mr. Harin Fernando has told the Minister of State for Sports Mr. Rohana Dissanayake to use the office room allotted to him in the Ministry of Sports.Since he is also the Minister of Tourism, Sports Minister Harin Fernando has also informed the Secretary of the Ministry of Sports that he will carry out the relevant duties from that Ministry. Minister Harin Fernando said that this decision was taken because the office…

The Department of Meteorology says that due to the turbulent nature of the Southeast Bay of Bengal Sea area, an increase in rainfall is expected on the island from today (30). The department mentioned that the northeast monsoon weather conditions are gradually establishing across the island.Occasional rain or thundershowers may occur in the northern, north-central and eastern provinces, and scattered rain or thundershowers may occur in the rest of the island after 1.00 pm. Heavy rains of about 100 mm may also occur in some places in North, East, Central and Uva provinces.The Department of Meteorology requests the people to…

Empowering the younger generation, Unilever Sri Lanka recently inducted its 10th batch of Unilever ‘SPARKS’ student Ambassadors, welcoming 26 passionate undergraduates from 10 different universities into its impactful and sought-after student ambassadorship programme. The SPARKS programme seeks to cultivate the leadership skills and innovative spirit of Sri Lankan undergraduates, encouraging them to become positive influencers among their peers. This is a voluntary student ambassadorship programme in which selected undergraduates from various universities are appointed to be ambassadors of Unilever in their respective institutions for a period of 1 year. The programme was launched in 2014 by Unilever Sri Lanka and…