President Maduro and wife indicted in New York as Attorney General calls them ‘narco traffickers’
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi says that Nicolas Maduro and Cilia Flores have been indicted in the Southern District of New York. MORE..
- Trump ordered strikes inside Venezuela, including military facilities: US media
- FAA bans US commercial flights in Venezuela airspace over “ongoing military activity” ahead of explosions in Caracas
- President Maduro and wife captured and removed from Venezuela, Trump confirms
- Traffic spot fines across the island can be paid online via GovPay from Jan. 15 - Police
- Four gang members linked to underworld figures arrested with firearms and drugs
- Low-level atmospheric disturbance east of Sri Lanka to bring heavy showers - Met Dept.
- President Maduro and wife indicted in New York as Attorney General calls them ‘narco traffickers’
- Collision involving bus and three-wheeler injures father and child
- Trump says US will ‘run’ Venezuela until safe transition can take place
- Sri Lanka Navy seizes narcotics, contraband worth over Rs. 75 billion in 2025
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Sri Lanka Navy seizes narcotics, contraband worth over Rs. 75 billion in 2025
The Sri Lanka Navy says it seized narcotics and contraband with an estimated gross street value exceeding Rs. 75 billion (about 242 million U.S. dollars) and arrested 376 local suspects amid intensified nationwide drug-interdiction operations in 2025. MORE..
Trump says US will ‘run’ Venezuela until safe transition can take place
The U.S. is “going to run the country,” President Trump said of Venezuela at a press conference after the military captured Nicolás Maduro. He also outlined a plan to send U.S. oil companies to take over Venezuelan oil operations. MORE..
Collision involving bus and three-wheeler injures father and child
A traffic accident has occurred in the Tholangamuwa area of Warakapola along the Colombo-Kandy main road following a collision between a three-wheeler and a bus. MORE..
Low-level atmospheric disturbance east of Sri Lanka to bring heavy showers - Met Dept.
The low-level atmospheric disturbance located to the east of Sri Lanka continues to influence the island’s weather, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Four gang members linked to underworld figures arrested with firearms and drugs
The Mount Lavinia Divisional Crime Investigation Division has arrested four gang members connected to two underworld criminals, who currently hiding overseas, and have recovered three firearms used in multiple crimes including murders, police said. MORE..
Traffic spot fines across the island can be paid online via GovPay from Jan. 15 - Police
The facility to pay traffic spot fines online through the GovPay platform will be made available islandwide by January 15, according to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police in charge of Traffic Control and Road Safety, W.P.J. Senadheera. MORE..
President Maduro and wife captured and removed from Venezuela, Trump confirms
Donald Trump has confirmed that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been captured and flown out of the country along with his wife. MORE..
FAA bans US commercial flights in Venezuela airspace over “ongoing military activity” ahead of explosions in Caracas
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has banned U.S. commercial flights from operating in Venezuelan airspace, citing “ongoing military activity” and heightened safety risks. MORE..
Trump ordered strikes inside Venezuela, including military facilities: US media
Multiple explosions rocked Venezuela’s capital Caracas early on Saturday (Jan 3) and columns of black smoke and aircraft could be seen, according to Reuters witnesses and images circulating on social media. MORE..
Sri Lanka records strong economic performance in 2025 despite cyclone impact
Despite the severe impact of Cyclone ‘Ditwah’, Sri Lanka recorded a notable economic recovery in 2025, marking a significant turnaround following the country’s recent economic crisis. MORE..
Venezuela’s president declares state of emergency after US ‘attack’
Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro has declared a state of emergency and the government has called for “mobilisation” of the population after US “attack”. MORE..
Foreign national killed after being struck by Jeep in Weligama
A 42-year-old Slovakian national has died following a road accident on the Weligama coastal road last night (02), police said. MORE..
Column of smoke seen, loud noises heard in Venezuelan capital
Airplanes and loud noises could be heard and a column of smoke was visible in Caracas early on Saturday, Reuters witnesses said, while power was out in the south of the Venezuelan capital, near a major military base. MORE..
Suspect arrested for illegal sale of rented motorcycles in Ratnapura
Balangoda Police have arrested a suspect in the Sannasgama area in Ratnapura for allegedly operating a fraudulent racket involving the illegal sale of motorcycles obtained on a rental basis. MORE..
WATCH: Nepal’s Buddha Air flight with 51 onboard skids off runway during landing
A Buddha Air flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur skidded off the runway while landing at Bhadrapur Airport in Nepal’s Jhapa district late on Friday night. MORE..
Trump says US will ‘run’ Venezuela until safe transition can take place
The U.S. is “going to run the country,” President Trump said of Venezuela at a press conference after the military captured Nicolás Maduro. He also outlined a plan to send U.S. oil companies to take over Venezuelan oil operations. MORE..
Collision involving bus and three-wheeler injures father and child
A traffic accident has occurred in the Tholangamuwa area of Warakapola along the Colombo-Kandy main road following a collision between a three-wheeler and a bus. MORE..
Low-level atmospheric disturbance east of Sri Lanka to bring heavy showers - Met Dept.
The low-level atmospheric disturbance located to the east of Sri Lanka continues to influence the island’s weather, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Four gang members linked to underworld figures arrested with firearms and drugs
The Mount Lavinia Divisional Crime Investigation Division has arrested four gang members connected to two underworld criminals, who currently hiding overseas, and have recovered three firearms used in multiple crimes including murders, police said. MORE..
Traffic spot fines across the island can be paid online via GovPay from Jan. 15 - Police
The facility to pay traffic spot fines online through the GovPay platform will be made available islandwide by January 15, according to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police in charge of Traffic Control and Road Safety, W.P.J. Senadheera. MORE..
President Maduro and wife captured and removed from Venezuela, Trump confirms
Donald Trump has confirmed that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been captured and flown out of the country along with his wife. MORE..
FAA bans US commercial flights in Venezuela airspace over “ongoing military activity” ahead of explosions in Caracas
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has banned U.S. commercial flights from operating in Venezuelan airspace, citing “ongoing military activity” and heightened safety risks. MORE..
Trump ordered strikes inside Venezuela, including military facilities: US media
Multiple explosions rocked Venezuela’s capital Caracas early on Saturday (Jan 3) and columns of black smoke and aircraft could be seen, according to Reuters witnesses and images circulating on social media. MORE..
Sri Lanka records strong economic performance in 2025 despite cyclone impact
Despite the severe impact of Cyclone ‘Ditwah’, Sri Lanka recorded a notable economic recovery in 2025, marking a significant turnaround following the country’s recent economic crisis. MORE..
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Wolf moon lights up the sky this weekend as final supermoon until late 2026
The new year is kicking off with a celestial feature: the Wolf Moon will light up the sky as the final supermoon visible until late 2026, astronomers say. MORE..
China’s BYD set to overtake Tesla as world’s top EV seller
China’s BYD set to overtake Tesla as world’s top EV seller
China’s BYD is set to overtake Elon Musk’s Tesla as the world’s biggest seller of electric vehicles (EVs), marking the first time it has outpaced its American rival for annual sales. MORE..
France plans social media ban for children under 15
France plans social media ban for children under 15
France will make a fresh attempt to protect children from excessive screen time, proposing a ban on social media access for children under 15 by next September, according to a draft law seen by AFP. MORE..
China to crack down on AI firms to protect kids
China to crack down on AI firms to protect kids
China has proposed strict new rules for artificial intelligence (AI) to provide safeguards for children and prevent chatbots from offering advice that could lead to self-harm or violence. MORE..
Entertainment
Vijay’s last film Jana Nayagan clocks record advance sales, earns INR 150 mln worldwide
After a massive audio launch in Malaysia for his film Jana Nayagan, advance bookings have now begun for ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay’s upcoming political actioner. MORE..
Will Smith sued for sexual harassment, wrongful termination by tour violinist
Will Smith sued for sexual harassment, wrongful termination by tour violinist
Brian King Joseph, a violinist and finalist of season 13 of America’s Got Talent, is suing Will Smith, claiming he was fired for reporting an incident of sexual harassment. MORE..
MTV shuts down remaining music channels worldwide after 44 years on air
MTV shuts down remaining music channels worldwide after 44 years on air
MTV is set to shut down its remaining music-only channels worldwide, bringing an end to 44 years of round-the-clock music broadcasting and prompting an outpouring of nostalgia from viewers. MORE..
“Zootopia 2” breaks record to become top-grossing Disney animation film
“Zootopia 2” breaks record to become top-grossing Disney animation film
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia 2” surpassed 2019’s “Frozen 2” to become its highest-grossing film ever, the company said on Wednesday, marking a bright spot in a year when global box office continues to trail pre-pandemic levels. MORE..
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Sports
Retiring Khawaja criticises ‘racial stereotypes’
Australia batter Usman Khawaja said he is still battling “racial stereotypes” as he announced his retirement from international cricket. MORE..
Australia names spin-heavy squad for T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka and India
Australian selectors have named a spin-heavy squad for the defending champions for the forthcoming Twenty20 World Cup in Sri Lanka and India. MORE..
Sri Lanka squad for U19 Cricket World Cup announced
The 15-member Sri Lanka squad for the upcoming ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup has been announced. MORE..
Anthony Joshua released from hospital following car accident
British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital in Nigeria days after a fatal car accident that killed two of his close friends. MORE..
Pakistan tour profit to be donated to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ program – SLC
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) today announced that it will dedicate the upcoming Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka to promoting the government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ program. MORE..
