Heavy rains over 100 mm forecast across Sri Lanka as low-pressure system intensifies
The Department of Meteorology has warned that heavy showers exceeding 100 mm are likely in several parts of the country due to the influence of a low-pressure area located to the northeast of Sri Lanka. MORE..
- Philippine VP Sara Duterte impeached for a second time
- Police launch crackdown on illegal vehicle modifications and noisy exhaust systems
- Level 2 landslide warning issued to residents of Passara
- Heavy rains over 100 mm forecast across Sri Lanka as low-pressure system intensifies
- Tens of millions risk hunger as Hormuz standoff blocks fertiliser, UN official says
- Udawalawa Reservoir sees massive 35,000 kg fish harvest following heavy rains
- Batuwatte Chamara detained for 72 hours for questioning
- Donald Trump’s China visit set to test fragile truce
- Spill gates at several reservoirs opened amid heavy rainfall
- 54 foreign nationals arrested in Hikkaduwa over suspected cybercrime activities
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54 foreign nationals arrested in Hikkaduwa over suspected cybercrime activities
A total of 54 foreign nationals have been arrested today (11) at a tourist hotel in Dodanduwa, Hikkaduwa, on suspicion of involvement in cyber-related criminal activities, the Special Task Force (STF) said. MORE..
Spill gates at several reservoirs opened amid heavy rainfall
A total of four spill gates of the Deduru Oya Reservoir have been raised and opened to a height of two feet each, the Department of Irrigation stated. MORE..
Donald Trump’s China visit set to test fragile truce
Beijing has confirmed that US President Donald Trump will travel to China this week to meet Xi Jinping. MORE..
Batuwatte Chamara detained for 72 hours for questioning
Notorious underworld figure and alleged drug trafficker Manoj Suranga Liyanage, widely known as “Batuwatte Chamara,” was taken into custody for questioning following his repatriation to Sri Lanka after being arrested in Azerbaijan. MORE..
Udawalawa Reservoir sees massive 35,000 kg fish harvest following heavy rains
More than 35,000 kilograms of fish were harvested from the Udawalawa Reservoir over just two days — May 9 and 10 — according to the National Aquaculture Development Authority of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Tens of millions risk hunger as Hormuz standoff blocks fertiliser, UN official says
Tens of millions of people could face hunger and starvation if fertilisers are not soon allowed through the Strait of Hormuz, the head of a UN task force aimed at averting a looming humanitarian crisis told AFP on Monday (May 11). MORE..
Level 2 landslide warning issued to residents of Passara
Level 2 landslide warning has been issued to residents of Passara Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSD) of the Badulla district owing to incessant rains experienced in parts of the island. MORE..
Police launch crackdown on illegal vehicle modifications and noisy exhaust systems
Sri Lanka Police have announced that strict legal action will be taken against vehicles fitted with unauthorized modifications and excessively noisy exhaust systems, as part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and enforce traffic regulations across the country. MORE..
Philippine VP Sara Duterte impeached for a second time
The Philippine House of Representatives has voted to impeach Vice-President Sara Duterte for a second time, threatening her plan to run for president in 2028. MORE..
President reviews progress of “Prajashakthi” National Movement
Of the Rs. 25, 000 million allocated under the 2026 Budget for the “Prajashakthi” National Poverty Alleviation Programme, development projects valued at Rs. 23,000 million have already been approved and forwarded to District Secretaries for implementation, the President’s Media Division said in a statement. MORE..
GMOA denies any link to Trincomalee newborn death
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has denied any connection between its trade union activities and the death of a newborn during a delivery at the Trincomalee District General Hospital. MORE..
Death row inmate in Amarakeerthi Athukorala case dies after fall at Welikada Prison
A detainee who had been sentenced to death in connection with the killing of former Polonnaruwa District Member of Parliament Amarakeerthi Athukorala has died after falling from a building within the Welikada Prison. MORE..
India faces risk of weaker monsoon, raising inflation and growth concerns
India could be heading into a weaker-than-usual monsoon season this year, raising concerns about inflation and the broader economy. MORE..
Suspect remanded over Rs. 18 million gold fraud case
An individual arrested in connection with a large-scale fraud involving the alleged promise of five kilograms of gold has been remanded until tomorrow (12) by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Newborn death probe at Trinco Hospital leads to suspension of two medical officers
The Director General of Health Services has decided to suspend a consultant obstetrician and gynecologist along with a senior resident medical officer attached to the Trincomalee District General Hospital, following a preliminary investigation into the death of a newborn during childbirth on April 9. MORE..
Spill gates at several reservoirs opened amid heavy rainfall
A total of four spill gates of the Deduru Oya Reservoir have been raised and opened to a height of two feet each, the Department of Irrigation stated. MORE..
Donald Trump’s China visit set to test fragile truce
Beijing has confirmed that US President Donald Trump will travel to China this week to meet Xi Jinping. MORE..
Batuwatte Chamara detained for 72 hours for questioning
Notorious underworld figure and alleged drug trafficker Manoj Suranga Liyanage, widely known as “Batuwatte Chamara,” was taken into custody for questioning following his repatriation to Sri Lanka after being arrested in Azerbaijan. MORE..
Udawalawa Reservoir sees massive 35,000 kg fish harvest following heavy rains
More than 35,000 kilograms of fish were harvested from the Udawalawa Reservoir over just two days — May 9 and 10 — according to the National Aquaculture Development Authority of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Tens of millions risk hunger as Hormuz standoff blocks fertiliser, UN official says
Tens of millions of people could face hunger and starvation if fertilisers are not soon allowed through the Strait of Hormuz, the head of a UN task force aimed at averting a looming humanitarian crisis told AFP on Monday (May 11). MORE..
Level 2 landslide warning issued to residents of Passara
Level 2 landslide warning has been issued to residents of Passara Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSD) of the Badulla district owing to incessant rains experienced in parts of the island. MORE..
Police launch crackdown on illegal vehicle modifications and noisy exhaust systems
Sri Lanka Police have announced that strict legal action will be taken against vehicles fitted with unauthorized modifications and excessively noisy exhaust systems, as part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and enforce traffic regulations across the country. MORE..
Philippine VP Sara Duterte impeached for a second time
The Philippine House of Representatives has voted to impeach Vice-President Sara Duterte for a second time, threatening her plan to run for president in 2028. MORE..
President reviews progress of “Prajashakthi” National Movement
Of the Rs. 25, 000 million allocated under the 2026 Budget for the “Prajashakthi” National Poverty Alleviation Programme, development projects valued at Rs. 23,000 million have already been approved and forwarded to District Secretaries for implementation, the President’s Media Division said in a statement. MORE..
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TikTok scales back AI-generated video descriptions after absurd errors
TikTok has rowed back on an AI feature which incorrectly summarised some videos on the platform, including claiming a celebrity was fruit. MORE..
Sony forecasts lower gaming business sales amid memory price surge
Sony forecasts lower gaming business sales amid memory price surge
Sony forecast on Friday annual sales at its gaming business would fall 6% to 4.42 trillion yen ($28 billion) due to lower hardware sales as its PlayStation 5 ages and as the industry grapples with a surge in memory chip prices. MORE..
Apple settles lawsuit over late Siri AI features for $250 million
Apple settles lawsuit over late Siri AI features for $250 million
Apple on Tuesday settled for $250 million a shareholder lawsuit brought after the company delayed artificial-intelligence upgrades to its Siri voice assistant. MORE..
Samsung Electronics market value tops US$1 trillion on chip boom
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The market value of South Korea’s Samsung Electronics smashed past US$1 trillion for the first time on Wednesday (May 6) as the firm rides an artificial intelligence chip boom that has sent Seoul’s Kospi stock index to record highs. MORE..
Entertainment
Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes
Pop star Dua Lipa has filed a $15m (£11m) lawsuit against Samsung, alleging it used her image on packaging for its televisions without permission. MORE..
Adolescence makes history at Bafta TV Awards
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Netflix drama Adolescence was the big winner at the Bafta Television Awards on Sunday, while The Celebrity Traitors and Last One Laughing also scooped a share of the glory. MORE..
David Attenborough turns 100, ‘overwhelmed’ by birthday wishes
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Harry Potter TV series renewed for second season at HBO
Harry Potter TV series renewed for second season at HBO
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Mahela Jayawardene rues run of injuries as Mumbai miss IPL playoffs
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Barcelona seal 29th LaLiga title with 2-0 Clasico win over Real Madrid
Barcelona turned the Clasico into a coronation on Sunday, swatting aside Real Madrid 2-0 at a roaring Camp Nou to claim their 29th LaLiga title. MORE..
Chennai’s Urvil Patel hits joint-fastest 50 in IPL history
Urvil Patel entered his name in the history books on Sunday (May 10) by equalling the record of scoring the fastest 50 in the Indian Premier League. MORE..
Iran demands guarantees for World Cup participation
Iran has indicated it will take part in this summer’s football World Cup, but has demanded a series of guarantees from Fifa and the tournament’s hosts amid growing tensions surrounding the team’s participation. MORE..
FIFA triples best available World Cup final ticket to $33K
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