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US-proposed Iran resolution at UN faces likely vetoes from China, Russia
US-proposed Iran resolution at UN faces likely vetoes from China, Russia
The US on Thursday urged countries to support its United Nations resolution demanding Iran halt attacks and mining of the Strait of Hormuz, but diplomats said China and Russia are likely to veto it. MORE..
US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
The US military said it intercepted Iranian attacks Thursday on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and “targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking US forces,” highlighting the fragility of the month-old ceasefire between the two countries. MORE..
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship not start of pandemic, UN health agency says
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship not start of pandemic, UN health agency says
An outbreak of hantavirus on board a cruise ship is not the start of a pandemic, the UN health agency has said. MORE..
Federal court rules against new 10% global tariffs Trump imposed after loss at Supreme Court
Federal court rules against new 10% global tariffs Trump imposed after loss at Supreme Court
A federal court ruled Thursday against the new global tariffs that President Donald Trump imposed after a stinging loss at the Supreme Court. MORE..
US and Iran exchange fire, but Trump says ceasefire still in effect
US and Iran exchange fire, but Trump says ceasefire still in effect
The United States and Iran exchanged fire on Thursday in the most serious test yet of their month-long ceasefire, but Iran said the situation returned to normal while the U.S. said it did not want to escalate. MORE..
Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island
Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island
Due to the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, the prevailing showery condition over the island is expected to continue during the next few days, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Vietnam President To Lam arrives in Sri Lanka
Vietnam President To Lam arrives in Sri Lanka
President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, arrived in Sri Lanka tonight (07) on a state visit. MORE..
US and Iran explore short-term deal to end fighting - report
US and Iran explore short-term deal to end fighting - report
The United States and Iran are edging toward a temporary agreement to halt their war, sources and officials said on Thursday, with Tehran reviewing a proposal that would stop the fighting but leave the most contentious issues unresolved. MORE..
President says urgent reforms needed to eradicate drug menace in Sri Lanka
President says urgent reforms needed to eradicate drug menace in Sri Lanka
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to swiftly introduce all necessary reforms, including amendments to existing laws, in order to eliminate the drug menace from the country. MORE..
Colombo-Hanoi direct flights to be launched during Vietnamese President’s visit
Colombo-Hanoi direct flights to be launched during Vietnamese President’s visit
President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka tonight (07) on a state visit. MORE..
Parliament approves extension of State of Public Emergency
Parliament approves extension of State of Public Emergency
The motion to approve the extension of the State of Public Emergency under the Public Security Ordinance was passed in Parliament today (May 7) by a majority of 139 votes. MORE..
| May 7, 2026 6:25 pm
UNICEF welcomes Sri Lanka’s cabinet approval of Global Charter for Child Care Reforms
UNICEF welcomes Sri Lanka’s cabinet approval of Global Charter for Child Care Reforms
UNICEF has welcomed the Cabinet’s recent approval of the Global Charter for Child Care Reforms — a landmark decision that strengthens protection for children and builds momentum for Sri Lanka’s existing Alternative Care Policy. MORE..
Warm weather advisory for parts of the country
Warm weather advisory for parts of the country
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Sabaragamuwa, Northern, North-central, North-western, Eastern provinces and Hambantota and Monaragala districts. MORE..
Four schools in Deniyaya closed tomorrow due to spread of illness
Four schools in Deniyaya closed tomorrow due to spread of illness
Four schools in the Deniyaya Educational Zone will remain closed tomorrow (May 08) following the advice of the Governor of the Southern Province, due to the spread of a fever-related illness, says the Zonal Education Director of Deniyaya. MORE..
Rs. 10B in unpaid dues threatens Sri Lanka’s renewable energy industry survival, warns FRED
Rs. 10B in unpaid dues threatens Sri Lanka’s renewable energy industry survival, warns FRED
The Federation of Renewable Energy Developers (FRED) warns that unless the Government steps in to resolve the financial crisis the industry is in due to the payment defaults by the National System Operator (Pvt) Limited (NSO), the domestic renewable energy sector faces a natural death. MORE..
Oil prices extend sharp decline as diplomacy hopes cool fears over Hormuz
Oil prices extend sharp decline as diplomacy hopes cool fears over Hormuz
Oil prices extended losses on Thursday as investors weighed the prospects for a Middle East peace deal that could ease supply concerns and pave the way for the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
Bribery Comm. refiles case against ex-CBSL Governor Cabraal
Bribery Comm. refiles case against ex-CBSL Governor Cabraal
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has once again refiled a case before the Colombo High Court against former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal...MORE..
Court orders arrest of former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena
Court orders arrest of former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena
(UPDATED) The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has issued an order to arrest and produce before the court the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, who had been released on bail by the court two days ago. MORE..
| May 7, 2026 2:39 pm
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, North-Central, North-Western, Southern, Western, Eastern provinces and Vavuniya district. MORE..
Prices of multiple food items to increase from midnight today
Prices of multiple food items to increase from midnight today
The All Ceylon Restaurant Owners’ Association has decided to increase the prices of Fried Rice, Biryani, and Nasi Goreng by Rs. 25 with effect from midnight today (07). MORE..
| May 7, 2026 12:46 pm
South Korea appeals court cuts jail term for ex-PM Han to 15 years in martial law case
South Korea appeals court cuts jail term for ex-PM Han to 15 years in martial law case
A South Korean appeals court on Thursday cut the jail sentence for former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 15 years from 23 years over his role in ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol’s brief imposition of martial law in 2024. MORE..
Rathugala indigenous leader Suda Wannila Aththo passes away
Rathugala indigenous leader Suda Wannila Aththo passes away
The indigenous leader of Rathugala, Danigala Maha Bandalage Suda Wannila Aththo, has passed away at the age of 62. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Türkiye strengthen bilateral ties at second round of political consultations
Sri Lanka and Türkiye strengthen bilateral ties at second round of political consultations
The Second Round of Political Consultations between the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and the Republic of Türkiye was successfully held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye in Ankara. MORE..
Govt. to introduce major higher education reforms aligned with school education changes - PM
Govt. to introduce major higher education reforms aligned with school education changes - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government has planned to introduce relevant changes in the higher education sector in alignment with the new reforms being implemented in the primary and secondary education sectors. MORE..
NPP councillor resigns from Kurunegala Municipal Council
NPP councillor resigns from Kurunegala Municipal Council
A Municipal Councillor representing the National People’s Power (NPP) in the Kurunegala Municipal Council, B. W. Premachandra, has resigned from his position. MORE..