Donald Trump extends Iran ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz blockade
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would extend the U.S. ceasefire with Iran, which is set to expire Wednesday, despite calling off negotiations and warning earlier in the day he would resume bombing without a deal in place.
- Gold prices increase after US extends ceasefire with Iran
- Govt. pledges full support to strengthen “Ratama Ekata” anti-drug programme
- Indian Actor Suriya arrives in Sri Lanka
- Everyone born in UK after 2008 to be banned from smoking
- Youth killed in motorcycle–jeep collision in Siyambalanduwa
- Iran’s Revolutionary Guard opens fire on ship in Strait of Hormuz
- Retired Health Ministry legal officer arrested on bribery charges
- Los Angeles schools set limits on classroom screen time
- Arrested Premalal Jayasekara brought to court
- External shocks to slow Sri Lanka’s economic growth in 2026: Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe
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External shocks to slow Sri Lanka’s economic growth in 2026: Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe
Sri Lanka’s economic growth rate in 2026 is projected to be lower than the growth recorded in 2025, according to Professor in Economics at the Department of Economics, Priyanga Dunusinghe of the University of Colombo. MORE..
Arrested Premalal Jayasekara brought to court
Former Ratnapura District Parliamentarian Premalal Jayasekara, who was arrested yesterday (21) in connection with an alleged incident of threatening an individual with a firearm, has been brought to the Nuwara Eliya Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Retired Health Ministry legal officer arrested on bribery charges
A former Chief Legal Officer (retired) of the Ministry of Health has been arrested by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. MORE..
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard opens fire on ship in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard opened fire Wednesday on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging the ship and further raising the stakes as planned ceasefire talks in Pakistan failed to materialize. MORE..
Youth killed in motorcycle–jeep collision in Siyambalanduwa
An individual has been killed in an accident involving a motorcycle and a luxury jeep along the Siyambalanduwa– Ethimale road. MORE..
Everyone born in UK after 2008 to be banned from smoking
Children aged 17 or younger will face a lifelong ban on buying cigarettes in UK, as the Tobacco and Vapes Bill clears British Parliament. MORE..
Govt. pledges full support to strengthen “Ratama Ekata” anti-drug programme
The government would extend its fullest support to sustain and strengthen the ‘Ratama Ekata’ national programme launched with the aim of eradicating the drugs menace from the country, Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) stated. MORE..
Gold prices increase after US extends ceasefire with Iran
Gold prices firmed on Wednesday as lower oil prices, following a U.S. extension of a ceasefire with Iran, eased fears of an inflation spike and prolonged high interest rates. MORE..
Iranian military threatens to attack oil production sites of Gulf neighbors
An Iranian military commander has warned the country’s southern neighbors that if their land or facilities are used by enemies to attack Iran, “they should say goodbye to oil production in the Middle East region,” according to state media. MORE..
Sri Lanka strengthens compliance measures to block terror funding channels
Sri Lanka has strengthened its national security and counter-terrorism financing framework with renewed focus on Targeted Financial Sanctions (TFS), the Ministry of Defence said. MORE..
Pope warns humanity’s at risk, in plea to world leaders
The Pope has warned humanity’s future risks being “tragically compromised” due to a breakdown of international law and political responsibility. MORE..
World Earth Day observed with focus on climate action and sustainability
World Earth Day is being observed today (22). MORE..
Premalal Jayasekara to be produced in court following arrest over firearm incident
Former Ratnapura District Parliamentarian Premalal Jayasekara, who was arrested yesterday (21) in connection with an alleged incident of threatening an individual with a firearm, is scheduled to be produced before the Nuwara Eliya Magistrate’s Court today (22). MORE..
Air fares soar by nearly 25% as Iran war forces flights to re-route
The war in the Middle East has helped to trigger a surge in air fares, with the lowest-priced economy tickets costing 24% more on average than they did a year ago, according to new research. MORE..
Nine arrested over brutal assault on mother in Gokarella
A total of nine individuals have been arrested by the Gokarella Police in connection with the assault of a mother in public, an incident that recently drew widespread attention on social media. MORE..
Arrested Premalal Jayasekara brought to court
Former Ratnapura District Parliamentarian Premalal Jayasekara, who was arrested yesterday (21) in connection with an alleged incident of threatening an individual with a firearm, has been brought to the Nuwara Eliya Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Retired Health Ministry legal officer arrested on bribery charges
A former Chief Legal Officer (retired) of the Ministry of Health has been arrested by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. MORE..
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard opens fire on ship in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard opened fire Wednesday on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging the ship and further raising the stakes as planned ceasefire talks in Pakistan failed to materialize. MORE..
Youth killed in motorcycle–jeep collision in Siyambalanduwa
An individual has been killed in an accident involving a motorcycle and a luxury jeep along the Siyambalanduwa– Ethimale road. MORE..
Everyone born in UK after 2008 to be banned from smoking
Children aged 17 or younger will face a lifelong ban on buying cigarettes in UK, as the Tobacco and Vapes Bill clears British Parliament. MORE..
Govt. pledges full support to strengthen “Ratama Ekata” anti-drug programme
The government would extend its fullest support to sustain and strengthen the ‘Ratama Ekata’ national programme launched with the aim of eradicating the drugs menace from the country, Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) stated. MORE..
Gold prices increase after US extends ceasefire with Iran
Gold prices firmed on Wednesday as lower oil prices, following a U.S. extension of a ceasefire with Iran, eased fears of an inflation spike and prolonged high interest rates. MORE..
Iranian military threatens to attack oil production sites of Gulf neighbors
An Iranian military commander has warned the country’s southern neighbors that if their land or facilities are used by enemies to attack Iran, “they should say goodbye to oil production in the Middle East region,” according to state media. MORE..
Sri Lanka strengthens compliance measures to block terror funding channels
Sri Lanka has strengthened its national security and counter-terrorism financing framework with renewed focus on Targeted Financial Sanctions (TFS), the Ministry of Defence said. MORE..
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Technology
Los Angeles schools set limits on classroom screen time
Los Angeles’ school board on Tuesday passed a measure regulating students’ screen time during classroom assignments, reflecting concerns that technology could be linked to a host of ailments including obesity and depression. MORE..
Meta to track workers’ clicks and keystrokes to train AI
Meta to track workers’ clicks and keystrokes to train AI
Meta will start tracking the way employees work, including their keystrokes and mouse clicks, to train its artificial intelligence (AI) models. MORE..
NASA rover adds to the list of organic compounds detected on Mars
NASA rover adds to the list of organic compounds detected on Mars
Performing a type of experiment never before tried beyond Earth, NASA’s Curiosity rover has identified more organic compounds on Mars as scientists strive to learn whether the Red Planet ever harbored life. MORE..
UK regulator investigates Telegram over child sexual abuse concerns
UK regulator investigates Telegram over child sexual abuse concerns
Britain’s communications regulator on Tuesday launched an investigation into Telegram after evidence suggested child sexual abuse material was being shared on the platform and teen chat sites were being used by predators to groom children. MORE..
Entertainment
Indian Actor Suriya arrives in Sri Lanka
Acclaimed Tamil actor Suriya Sivakumar has reportedly arrived in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Dwayne Johnson’s wrestling film to be made into stage musical
Dwayne Johnson’s wrestling film to be made into stage musical
Fighting With My Family, the 2019 film starring Florence Pugh and Dwayne Johnson, is being adapted as a stage musical, producers have confirmed. MORE..
South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS
South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS
South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, as they expand an investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100 million in an investor fraud scheme. MORE..
Michael Jackson movie: Daughter Paris slams dad’s film as ‘lies’
Michael Jackson movie: Daughter Paris slams dad’s film as ‘lies’
A new Michael Jackson biopic will shortly arrive in cinemas telling the story of the King of Pop’s early career, but it’s a tightly controlled story that avoids any reference to the child sex abuse allegations that dogged his later life. MORE..
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Sports
Wasim Khan to step down as ICC’s general manager
Wasim Khan will step down as the ICC’s general manager, cricket after four years in the role. MORE..
Usain Bolt’s advises Gout Gout to keep focused on track and field after record-breaking run
Sprint legend Usain Bolt has urged rising Australian star Gout Gout not to forget track and field and find a good support network to keep him focused on his career as the spotlight and distractions intensify. MORE..
Lamine Yamal named Young Sportsperson of the Year at Laureus World Sports Awards
Barcelona and Spain attacker Lamine Yamal has claimed the inaugural Young Sportsperson of the Year at the Laureus World Sports Awards. MORE..
New Zealand U85kg Rugby team arrives in Sri Lanka
The New Zealand Under 85kg Rugby team has landed in Sri Lanka for a two-match series against the Sri Lanka Tuskers. MORE..
Pakistan bans Dasun Shanaka for one year from PSL
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) today (20) imposed a one-year ban on Sri Lanka T20 team captain Dasun Shanaka from participating in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) over his “unilateral withdrawal” from the ongoing 11th edition. MORE..
