Sri Lanka’s death toll from adverse weather climbs to 627
The death toll due to the adverse weather conditions experienced in the country over the past few days has climbed to 627, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) has confirmed. MORE..
- Sri Lanka’s death toll from adverse weather climbs to 627
- Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets decrease further in November
- Sergeant injured after accidental discharge of firearm inside Malabe Police Station
- Govt initiates measures to prepare Anuradhapura farmers for Maha season
- “Aadaraya” programme launched to provide essential school items to children affected by Cyclone Ditwah
- US envoy Kellogg says Ukraine peace deal is really close
- Over 4,500 houses destroyed in recent disaster, DMC confirms
- Two US Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft in Sri Lanka to support ongoing Cyclone Ditwah response
- Two arrested at BIA with 21kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis
- PHIs uncover racket supplying flood-damaged rice to market in Kandy
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PHIs uncover racket supplying flood-damaged rice to market in Kandy
Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have uncovered information about a racket in which flood-damaged rice was being processed and supplied to the market as consumable rice. MORE..
Two arrested at BIA with 21kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis
A couple has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to smuggle over 21kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis earlier today (07). MORE..
Two US Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft in Sri Lanka to support ongoing Cyclone Ditwah response
U.S. Air Force Airmen in two C-130J Super Hercules aircraft deployed by U.S. Indo-Pacific Command to support Sri Lanka’s Cyclone Ditwah response.
Over 4,500 houses destroyed in recent disaster, DMC confirms
A total of 4,517 houses across the country have been destroyed due to recent landslides and floods, the Disaster Management Centre has confirmed. MORE..
US envoy Kellogg says Ukraine peace deal is really close
U.S. President Donald Trump’s outgoing Ukraine envoy said a deal to end the Ukraine war was “really close” and now depended on resolving two main outstanding issues: the future of Ukraine’s Donbas region and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. MORE..
“Aadaraya” programme launched to provide essential school items to children affected by Cyclone Ditwah
“Aadaraya” programme, an initiative launched to distribute essential school items including books to children affected by cyclone Ditwah, got underway in Hambantota. MORE..
Govt initiates measures to prepare Anuradhapura farmers for Maha season
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake instructed officials to prepare the farmers in the Anuradhapura District whose paddy cultivation was destroyed due to floods to re-cultivate during the upcoming Maha season. MORE..
Sergeant injured after accidental discharge of firearm inside Malabe Police Station
A police sergeant has been injured in an accident caused by the accidental discharge of a firearm inside the Malabe Police Station. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets decrease further in November
Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets have decreased by further 2.9% to US$ 6.033 billion in November 2025, compared to US$ 6.216 billion in October 2025, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Special buses for Kandy–Colombo train passengers using season tickets from tomorrow
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that special buses will be deployed tomorrow (08) morning for train passengers travelling from Kandy to Colombo. MORE..
Passenger arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle foreign cigarettes
A passenger has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) by officers of the Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) while attempting to smuggle a consignment of foreign-manufactured cigarettes into the country, this morning (07). MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
Electricity transmission system from Rantambe to Mahiyanganaya restored
The 132-kilowatt electricity transmission system from Rantambe to Mahiyanganaya, which was damaged due to adverse weather conditions, has been restored. MORE..
Several families evacuated in Ruwanwella and Hatton over landslide risks
A number of families residing in Ruwanwella, Ratthagala, in Kegalle district and the Rozella Manikkawatta colony in Hatton have been evacuated to safer locations due to the risk of possible landslides. MORE..
Train season tickets valid on SLTB buses only in areas with suspended train services – SLTB
The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has announced that passengers holding train monthly season tickets will be permitted to travel on SLTB buses only in areas where train services have been restricted or suspended. MORE..
Two arrested at BIA with 21kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis
A couple has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to smuggle over 21kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis earlier today (07). MORE..
Two US Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft in Sri Lanka to support ongoing Cyclone Ditwah response
U.S. Air Force Airmen in two C-130J Super Hercules aircraft deployed by U.S. Indo-Pacific Command to support Sri Lanka’s Cyclone Ditwah response.
Over 4,500 houses destroyed in recent disaster, DMC confirms
A total of 4,517 houses across the country have been destroyed due to recent landslides and floods, the Disaster Management Centre has confirmed. MORE..
US envoy Kellogg says Ukraine peace deal is really close
U.S. President Donald Trump’s outgoing Ukraine envoy said a deal to end the Ukraine war was “really close” and now depended on resolving two main outstanding issues: the future of Ukraine’s Donbas region and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. MORE..
“Aadaraya” programme launched to provide essential school items to children affected by Cyclone Ditwah
“Aadaraya” programme, an initiative launched to distribute essential school items including books to children affected by cyclone Ditwah, got underway in Hambantota. MORE..
Govt initiates measures to prepare Anuradhapura farmers for Maha season
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake instructed officials to prepare the farmers in the Anuradhapura District whose paddy cultivation was destroyed due to floods to re-cultivate during the upcoming Maha season. MORE..
Sergeant injured after accidental discharge of firearm inside Malabe Police Station
A police sergeant has been injured in an accident caused by the accidental discharge of a firearm inside the Malabe Police Station. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets decrease further in November
Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets have decreased by further 2.9% to US$ 6.033 billion in November 2025, compared to US$ 6.216 billion in October 2025, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Special buses for Kandy–Colombo train passengers using season tickets from tomorrow
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that special buses will be deployed tomorrow (08) morning for train passengers travelling from Kandy to Colombo. MORE..
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Technology
Apple appoints Meta’s Newstead as general counsel amid executive changes
Apple on Thursday announced that Meta Platforms’ chief legal officer, Jennifer Newstead, will join the company as its general counsel and senior vice president. MORE..
Meta shifts some metaverse investments to AI smart glasses
Meta shifts some metaverse investments to AI smart glasses
Meta is shifting some of its investments in the metaverse to AI glasses and wearables, hoping to capitalise on the “momentum” in that segment, a company spokesperson has said. MORE..
Meta starts kicking Australian children off Instagram and Facebook
Meta starts kicking Australian children off Instagram and Facebook
Meta has started removing Australian children under 16 years old from its Instagram, Facebook and Threads platforms, a week before an official teen social media ban begins. MORE..
YouTube says it will comply with Australia’s teen social media ban
YouTube says it will comply with Australia’s teen social media ban
Google’s YouTube shared a “disappointing update” to millions of Australian users and content creators on Wednesday, saying it will comply with a world-first teen social media ban by locking out users aged under 16 from their accounts within days. MORE..
Entertainment
‘Peaky Blinders’ movie first look: Cillian Murphy returns as Netflix sets theatrical and streaming release in March
Netflix has unveiled teaser art for “The Immortal Man,” the upcoming “Peaky Blinders” film which will serve as a continuation of the hit crime drama series. MORE..
Netflix to buy Warner Bros Discovery’s studios, streaming unit for $72 billion
Netflix to buy Warner Bros Discovery’s studios, streaming unit for $72 billion
Netflix on Friday agreed to buy Warner Bros Discovery’s TV, film studios and streaming division for $72 billion, a deal that would hand control of one of Hollywood’s most prized and oldest assets to the streaming pioneer. MORE..
Netflix in exclusive talks for Warner Bros Discovery studio, streaming assets – report
Netflix in exclusive talks for Warner Bros Discovery studio, streaming assets – report
Netflix is in exclusive talks to buy Warner Bros Discovery’s film and television studios along with its streaming assets, in a deal valued at $28 per share that could reshape the media landscape, a source told Reuters on Thursday. MORE..
Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol unveil bronze statue in London to mark ‘DDLJ’ 30th Anniversary
Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol unveil bronze statue in London to mark ‘DDLJ’ 30th Anniversary
Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol traveled to London to unveil a bronze statue commemorating their iconic roles in “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge,” marking 30 years since the Yash Raj Films blockbuster first captured audiences worldwide. MORE..
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Sports
Messi inspires Inter Miami to maiden MLS Cup title
Inter Miami secured their first MLS Cup crown on Saturday, beating the Vancouver Whitecaps 3–1 at Chase Stadium as Rodrigo De Paul and Tadeo Allende struck late from a pair of Lionel Messi assists. MORE..
Milan-Cortina chief admits venue time pinch as Olympic torch relay begins
Speaking to reporters at a ceremony for the start of the relay in the Italian capital, Andrea Varnier said: “there is a lot of finishing to do around the venues. MORE..
President Trump wins inaugural Fifa Peace Prize
United States President Donald Trump received the inaugural Fifa Peace Prize before the draw for the 2026 Fifa World Cup. MORE..
Fifa to award ‘peace prize’ after Donald Trump pipped to Nobel
Donald Trump is set to receive Fifa’s inaugural “Peace Prize” on Friday afternoon, marking a new high point in the friendship between the US president and his counterpart at football’s governing body, Gianni Infantino. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket donates Rs. 300 million to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), under the direction of President Shammi Silva and the Executive Committee, has decided to donate Rs. 300 million to the government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund. MORE..
