CID obtains 72-hour detention order on ex-Minister Douglas Devananda
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has obtained a 72-hour detention order to further question former Minister Douglas Devananda, who was arrested yesterday in connection with a missing pistol, said police. MORE..
- US airlines cancel over 1,000 flights due to winter storm Devin
- China issues drafts rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction
- Sri Lanka among top international destinations for Indian travellers
- Govt unshaken by defeat of budgets in LG bodies - Deputy Minister
- Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island
- Gold prices in Sri Lanka increase by Rs. 12,000
- NBRO issues advisory as Colombo-Kandy road reopens at Pahala Kadugannawa
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At least 15 dead, 19 injured in Guatemala bus accident
At least 15 people were killed and 19 injured after a passenger bus plunged into a ravine on the Inter-American Highway in western Guatemala, authorities said on Saturday. MORE..
NBRO issues advisory as Colombo-Kandy road reopens at Pahala Kadugannawa
The Colombo-Kandy main road, which was temporarily closed at the Pahala Kadugannawa area due to landslides, has been reopened after an interim solution was implemented, the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) said. MORE..
Gold prices in Sri Lanka increase by Rs. 12,000
Gold rates in the local market continue to rise with the rapid increase in prices in the global market. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island
Several spells of showers are expected in the Uva province and in Ampara, Batticaloa and Hambantota districts, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Govt unshaken by defeat of budgets in LG bodies - Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister of Labour Mahinda Jayasinghe has stated that the defeat of budgets at local government institutions will have no impact on the continuation of the government. MORE..
Sri Lanka among top international destinations for Indian travellers
According to a recent report by MakeMyTrip, Sri Lanka has emerged as the third most booked international destination by Indian travellers for the festive period, following Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). MORE..
US airlines cancel over 1,000 flights due to winter storm Devin
Airlines in the United States have canceled or delayed thousands of flights on Friday, according to flight tracking website FlightAware, due to winter storm Devin during peak holiday travel, while some states restricted commercial road traffic in anticipation of snowfall. MORE..
Nightclub petrol bomb plot foiled in Seeduwa; Six arrested
A group of individuals allegedly preparing to launch a petrol bomb attack on a nightclub in Seeduwa has been arrested, said police. MORE..
Indian-origin student arrested in US for arson, terrorist threat
A 22-year-old Indian-origin student has been arrested in the US on charges of arson and terroristic threat against family members, according to official records. MORE..
Proposal to hand over Mattala Airport to private companies for PPP project - Minister
A proposal has been prepared to hand over the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) to private companies under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programme, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Dr. Anura Karunathilaka said. MORE..
FSP urges govt to address economic impact of Cyclone ‘Ditwah’
The Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) has called on the government to issue a clear and direct statement regarding the economic damage caused by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’. MORE..
2026 voter registration census to begin on February 1 - PAFFREL
The voter registration census for the year 2026 will commence on February 1, according to the People’s Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL). MORE..
First-ever delay in Christmas Day prisoner release; Dept. confirms imminent release
The Department of Prisons has announced that the release of inmates under the annual Christmas amnesty is expected to take place in the near future. MORE..
Ex-Minister Douglas Devananda to appear before court following CID arrest
Former Minister Douglas Devananda, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), is scheduled to be produced before the Gampaha Magistrate’s Court today (27). MORE..
Thailand and Cambodia sign truce to halt fierce border conflict
Thailand and Cambodia agreed on Saturday to halt weeks of fierce border clashes, the worst fighting in years between the Southeast Asian countries that has included fighter-jet sorties, exchange of rocket fire and artillery barrages. MORE..
NBRO issues advisory as Colombo-Kandy road reopens at Pahala Kadugannawa
The Colombo-Kandy main road, which was temporarily closed at the Pahala Kadugannawa area due to landslides, has been reopened after an interim solution was implemented, the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) said. MORE..
Gold prices in Sri Lanka increase by Rs. 12,000
Gold rates in the local market continue to rise with the rapid increase in prices in the global market. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island
Several spells of showers are expected in the Uva province and in Ampara, Batticaloa and Hambantota districts, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Govt unshaken by defeat of budgets in LG bodies - Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister of Labour Mahinda Jayasinghe has stated that the defeat of budgets at local government institutions will have no impact on the continuation of the government. MORE..
Sri Lanka among top international destinations for Indian travellers
According to a recent report by MakeMyTrip, Sri Lanka has emerged as the third most booked international destination by Indian travellers for the festive period, following Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). MORE..
US airlines cancel over 1,000 flights due to winter storm Devin
Airlines in the United States have canceled or delayed thousands of flights on Friday, according to flight tracking website FlightAware, due to winter storm Devin during peak holiday travel, while some states restricted commercial road traffic in anticipation of snowfall. MORE..
Nightclub petrol bomb plot foiled in Seeduwa; Six arrested
A group of individuals allegedly preparing to launch a petrol bomb attack on a nightclub in Seeduwa has been arrested, said police. MORE..
Indian-origin student arrested in US for arson, terrorist threat
A 22-year-old Indian-origin student has been arrested in the US on charges of arson and terroristic threat against family members, according to official records. MORE..
Proposal to hand over Mattala Airport to private companies for PPP project - Minister
A proposal has been prepared to hand over the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) to private companies under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programme, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Dr. Anura Karunathilaka said. MORE..
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China issues drafts rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction
China’s cyber regulator on Saturday issued draft rules for public comment that would tighten oversight of artificial intelligence services designed to simulate human personalities and engage users in emotional interaction. MORE..
Google might finally allow Gmail users to change email addresses: Here’s how
Google might finally allow Gmail users to change email addresses: Here’s how
Google is preparing a change that could finally address a long-standing issue for Gmail users - having to live with an old email address forever. MORE..
China says it hopes firms seek lawful, balanced solutions over TikTok deal
China says it hopes firms seek lawful, balanced solutions over TikTok deal
The Chinese government would like to see companies reach solutions that comply with Chinese laws and regulations and balance the interests of all parties, a commerce ministry spokesperson said on Thursday when asked about the hand-over of TikTok’s U.S. operations. MORE..
Amazon Web Services servers crash on Christmas, several websites down
Amazon Web Services servers crash on Christmas, several websites down
Several reports claim that the Amazon Web Services servers have crashed on the intervening night of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. MORE..
Entertainment
Ariana Grande breaks Spotify record on Christmas Eve
Ariana Grande, the singer became the No.1 artist in the world, in terms of Spotify monthly listeners, surpassing The Weeknd for the coveted spot, on Wednesday (Dec.24). MORE..
Arkansas Powerball player strikes $1.8bn jackpot on Christmas Eve
Arkansas Powerball player strikes $1.8bn jackpot on Christmas Eve
A Powerball player in Arkansas won a whopping $1.817bn (£1.34bn) jackpot in a Christmas Eve drawing, making it the second-largest lottery prize ever claimed. MORE..
NORAD tracks Santa’s Yuletide sleigh ride for 70th year
NORAD tracks Santa’s Yuletide sleigh ride for 70th year
Santa Claus drove his reindeer-powered sleigh over rooftops around the world on Wednesday, delivering gifts to millions of children in a magic Christmas Eve ritual that North American air defense officials say they began tracking 70 years ago. MORE..
Friends and The Middle actor Pat Finn dies aged 60
Friends and The Middle actor Pat Finn dies aged 60
US actor Pat Finn, who appeared in popular TV shows including Friends, Seinfeld and The Middle, has died aged 60. MORE..
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Sports
Dhammika Prasad appointed bowling and assistant coach of USA cricket team
Former Sri Lankan fast bowler Dhammika Prasad has been appointed as the bowling coach of the USA national cricket team in preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup. MORE..
England beat Australia by four wickets in Melbourne for drought-breaking win
England beat Australia by four wickets in the fourth Ashes test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday, claiming their first test win in Australia in 15 years. MORE..
City Football Group exits Mumbai City amid Indian league uncertainty
The City Football Group (CFG) has divested its stake in Mumbai City amid uncertainty over the future of the Indian Super League (ISL), the team announced on Friday. MORE..
MCG sets new all-time cricket attendance record amid Ashes series
The first day of the Boxing Day Test match between Australia and England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) saw a historic turnout, setting a new record for the largest crowd at a cricket match in the venue’s history. MORE..
England captain calls for empathy for players after Ashes criticism
Ben Stokes admitted he is going through his “toughest time” as England captain as he called for “empathy” towards this team-mates. MORE..
