Low pressure area over Gulf of Mannar weakens further
The low pressure area over the Gulf of Mannar in Sri Lanka is weakening further. Therefore, the influence of this system on the island’s weather is further gradually reducing, the Department of Meteorology announced. MORE..
- Steps being taken to systematically conduct preschool teacher training and ensure quality standards - PM
- Low pressure area over Gulf of Mannar weakens further
- US military strikes Islamic State group targets in Syria, officials say
- Two including 16-year old electrocuted to death in separate incidents
- Nobel Institute says Peace Prize cannot be transferred after Machado suggestion
- Civil Aviation Authority to introduce proper regulatory framework for drones
- Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder and rhythm guitarist, dead at 78
- Over 1500 awareness programs conducted by CAA in 2025
- Minister instructs restoration of damaged elephant fences within a week
- Death toll from Iran protest violence ‘reaches 116’
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Death toll from Iran protest violence ‘reaches 116’
The death toll from violence surrounding nationwide protests challenging Iran’s leadership has reached at least 116 people, activists say. MORE..
Minister instructs restoration of damaged elephant fences within a week
A progress review meeting on the restoration of elephant fences damaged by the Cyclone Ditwah has been held yesterday (10) under the patronage of Minister of Environment Dr. Dammika Patabendi. MORE..
Over 1500 awareness programs conducted by CAA in 2025
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) says it has conducted a total of 1,540 consumer awareness programs during the year 2025. MORE..
Civil Aviation Authority to introduce proper regulatory framework for drones
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) says that a proper regulatory framework will be introduced to regulate the use of drones. MORE..
Nobel Institute says Peace Prize cannot be transferred after Machado suggestion
The Norwegian Nobel Institute said the Nobel Peace Prize cannot be transferred, shared, or revoked, following remarks by Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado suggesting she might give her 2025 award to U.S. President Donald Trump. MORE..
Two including 16-year old electrocuted to death in separate incidents
Two individuals, including a 16-year-old boy, have reportedly died after being electrocuted in separate incidents reported from the Kuchchaveli and Rasnayakapura Police areas. MORE..
US military strikes Islamic State group targets in Syria, officials say
The US and its partner forces have carried out large-scale strikes against Islamic State (IS) group targets in Syria, the US Central Command (Centcom) has announced. MORE..
Steps being taken to systematically conduct preschool teacher training and ensure quality standards - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government has commenced necessary measures to maintain preschool education under a framework, align preschool education with a unified curriculum, conduct teacher training in a systematic manner, and ensure quality standards. MORE..
Magnitude 6.8 earthquake strikes off Indonesia’s Talaud Islands
An earthquake of magnitude 6.8 struck off the coast of Indonesia’s Talaud Islands on Saturday (Jan 10), the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) said. MORE..
Sajith, Dilith lead opposition protest to ‘protect free education’
Several opposition political parties staged a protest this evening (10) under the theme “Let’s Protect Free Education”, against the proposed education reforms and the Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..
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CEB employees who applied for voluntary retirement write to Energy Minister over delays
Employees of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), who applied for the Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS), have written to Minister of Energy, Engineer Kumara Jayakody, highlighting several issues they are facing, including the delay in gazetting the ‘Appointed Date’ for CEB Restructuring. MORE..
TIN mandatory for vehicle registration and ownership transfer from January 5
The Department of Motor Traffic has made it mandatory to enter the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) in new vehicle registration and ownership transfer data systems of the Department of Motor Traffic during vehicle registration and transfer of ownership. MORE..
After 25 years of talks, EU & Mercosur agree to the highly contested free trade agreement
The European Union on Friday reached a free trade agreement with South American countries, 25 years after talks began, despite opposition from farmers in several European countries. MORE..
Galenbindunuwewa house fire claims fourth victim as 15-year-old girl succumbs
A 15-year-old girl who sustained critical injuries in a recent house fire in the Galenbindunuwewa area of Anuradhapura has succumbed to her injuries, bringing the death toll from the incident to four, police confirmed. MORE..
Muslim public servants to be granted flexible work schedules during Ramadan
The Ministry of Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, and Local Government has instructed state institutions to arrange work shifts for Muslim public servants to enable them to observe religious practices during the holy month of Ramadan. MORE..
Minister instructs restoration of damaged elephant fences within a week
A progress review meeting on the restoration of elephant fences damaged by the Cyclone Ditwah has been held yesterday (10) under the patronage of Minister of Environment Dr. Dammika Patabendi. MORE..
Over 1500 awareness programs conducted by CAA in 2025
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) says it has conducted a total of 1,540 consumer awareness programs during the year 2025. MORE..
Civil Aviation Authority to introduce proper regulatory framework for drones
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) says that a proper regulatory framework will be introduced to regulate the use of drones. MORE..
Nobel Institute says Peace Prize cannot be transferred after Machado suggestion
The Norwegian Nobel Institute said the Nobel Peace Prize cannot be transferred, shared, or revoked, following remarks by Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado suggesting she might give her 2025 award to U.S. President Donald Trump. MORE..
Two including 16-year old electrocuted to death in separate incidents
Two individuals, including a 16-year-old boy, have reportedly died after being electrocuted in separate incidents reported from the Kuchchaveli and Rasnayakapura Police areas. MORE..
US military strikes Islamic State group targets in Syria, officials say
The US and its partner forces have carried out large-scale strikes against Islamic State (IS) group targets in Syria, the US Central Command (Centcom) has announced. MORE..
Steps being taken to systematically conduct preschool teacher training and ensure quality standards - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government has commenced necessary measures to maintain preschool education under a framework, align preschool education with a unified curriculum, conduct teacher training in a systematic manner, and ensure quality standards. MORE..
Magnitude 6.8 earthquake strikes off Indonesia’s Talaud Islands
An earthquake of magnitude 6.8 struck off the coast of Indonesia’s Talaud Islands on Saturday (Jan 10), the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) said. MORE..
Sajith, Dilith lead opposition protest to ‘protect free education’
Several opposition political parties staged a protest this evening (10) under the theme “Let’s Protect Free Education”, against the proposed education reforms and the Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..
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Technology
US ‘Doomsday Plane’ makes rare appearance in 51 years amid global tensions
The US military’s highly classified “Doomsday Plane” – a Cold War–era airborne command centre built to withstand nuclear war – made an unusually public appearance this week, sparking widespread speculation at a time of escalating geopolitical strain. MORE..
Astronaut’s ‘serious medical condition’ forces Nasa to end space station mission early
Astronaut’s ‘serious medical condition’ forces Nasa to end space station mission early
Nasa has said it will return a four-person crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS), cutting short their mission a month early because of a “serious medical condition” affecting one of the astronauts. MORE..
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to review your medical records
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to review your medical records
OpenAI has launched a new ChatGPT feature in the US which can analyse people’s medical records to give them better answers, but campaigners warn it raises privacy concerns. MORE..
Spotify expands its monetisation program
Spotify expands its monetisation program
Spotify is expanding its monetisation programme for creators and introducing new tools for video podcasters, as it aims to better compete with YouTube and Netflix in the booming market. MORE..
Entertainment
Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder and rhythm guitarist, dead at 78
Veteran rock musician Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist who helped guide the legendary jam band through decades of change and success, has died at age 78, according to a statement posted to his verified Instagram account on Saturday. MORE..
‘High School Musical 3’ actor Matt Prokop arrested on alleged child pornography charges
‘High School Musical 3’ actor Matt Prokop arrested on alleged child pornography charges
Former teen actor Matt Prokop has been arrested in Texas and is currently being held without bail following multiple charges, including alleged possession of child pornography. MORE..
Rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman sells for $15 million
Rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman sells for $15 million
A rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman and also was once stolen from the home of actor Nicolas Cage has been sold for a record $15 million. MORE..
Sri Lanka ranked most affordable place to live or retire in 2026
Sri Lanka ranked most affordable place to live or retire in 2026
International Living magazine has identified the five most affordable places to live or retire in 2026, which scored the highest in the cost-of-living category of its 2026 Global Retirement Index. MORE..
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UK
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Europe
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Switzerland
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Canada
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Australia
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Qatar
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Riyal | 84.9614 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.5893 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.3230 |
Sports
Bangladesh players act normal despite controversies, says Shanto
Bangladesh players are often forced to mask the impact of controversies in the build-up to and at major tournaments, despite how the external noise affects them, test captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said. MORE..
Pakistan, Sri Lanka second T20I abandoned due to rain
The second T20I of the three-match series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka has been called off due to rain here at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. MORE..
PSG clinch French Super Cup after shootout win over Marseille
Goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier was the hero as Paris St Germain clinched their fourth consecutive French Super Cup title, beating rivals Olympique de Marseille 4-1 in a penalty shootout after a dramatic 2-2 draw in Kuwait on Thursday. MORE..
Australia completes 4-1 Ashes triumph after nervy Sydney win
Australia had a few nervous moments but safely chased down their 160-run victory target before tea on the final day of the fifth Ashes test on Thursday for a five-wicket victory and a 4-1 series triumph. MORE..
We want to play T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka - Bangladesh’s sports advisor
Bangladesh’s sports advisor Asif Nazrul has doubled down on the BCB’s request to the ICC to move their T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka due to security concerns. He said the BCB would attempt to convince the ICC of the gravity of the issue, which related to player safety and “Bangladesh’s dignity.” MORE..
