Sri Lanka and Maldives will continue to remain close friends: President
A special state banquet hosted by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in honour of Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, who is on a state visit to Sri Lanka, was held at the President’s House in Colombo Fort. MORE..
- Sri Lanka, Maldives push for stronger economic partnership at Colombo business forum
- UAE says its air defenses are responding to missiles from Iran
- Australia rejects 38% of Sri Lanka student visa applications as integrity rules tighten
- Ammunition, leopard skin seized in joint raid in Puttalam
- Trump says US forces must enter Iran to retrieve buried nuclear stockpile
- Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision to be held tomorrow
- IMF Chief says Iran war fallout would take 3-4 months even if fighting ends today
- Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision begins today
- University admission applications for 2025/2026 open until May 19: UGC
- Donald Trump says operation to reopen Strait of Hormuz will be ‘paused’
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Donald Trump says operation to reopen Strait of Hormuz will be ‘paused’
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 5) that the US operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, dubbed “Project Freedom”, will be paused for a short period to see whether an agreement with Iran can be finalised and signed, although a blockade on Iranian ports will remain in force. MORE..
University admission applications for 2025/2026 open until May 19: UGC
Applications for university admission for the 2025/2026 academic year, based on the 2025 General Certificate of Education Advanced Level examination, will be accepted until May 19, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced. MORE..
Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision begins today
The public consultation on the proposed electricity tariff revision for 2026 will commence in Colombo today (06), the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced. MORE..
IMF Chief says Iran war fallout would take 3-4 months even if fighting ends today
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva says the economic fallout from the war with Iran would take at least three to four months to ease, even if the fighting were to stop immediately. MORE..
Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision to be held tomorrow
A public consultation on the proposed electricity tariff revision for 2026 will be held tomorrow (06), the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced. MORE..
Trump says US forces must enter Iran to retrieve buried nuclear stockpile
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that American forces would need to conduct a ground mission into Iran to secure enriched uranium that remains trapped beneath the rubble of nuclear facilities destroyed in last year’s joint U.S.-Israeli aerial campaign. MORE..
Ammunition, leopard skin seized in joint raid in Puttalam
A joint operation by the Police Special Task Force (STF) and wildlife officials has led to the recovery of ammunition and protected animal skins during a raid in Attawilluwa, Puttalam, at a property reportedly linked to a former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police. MORE..
Australia rejects 38% of Sri Lanka student visa applications as integrity rules tighten
Australia has begun a crackdown on visa approvals, rejecting visas for international students at record rates since the beginning of 2026. MORE..
UAE says its air defenses are responding to missiles from Iran
The United Arab Emirates said that its air defenses are “currently dealing with a missile threat” from Iran. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Maldives push for stronger economic partnership at Colombo business forum
Sri Lanka and the Maldives reaffirmed their long-standing friendship and commitment to deeper economic cooperation at the Maldives–Sri Lanka Business Forum in Colombo, with leaders from both countries highlighting shared resilience, mutual support and growing opportunities for partnership. MORE..
National Fertilizer Secretariat rejects claims of overpriced fertilizer imports
The National Fertilizer Secretariat has issued a clarification rejecting claims made by a representative of the National Farmers’ Collective that the government has procured fertilizer at excessively high prices. MORE..
Over Rs. 40 million in assets linked to drug network seized in Panadura
The Illegal Assets Investigation Division of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has today (05) imposed restrictions on properties worth over Rs. 40 million, believed to have been acquired through a drug trafficking network linked to an associate of a major drug trafficker known as “Panadura Kudu Salindu”. MORE..
BASL expresses grave concern over President’s remarks on judiciary
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has expressed grave concern at a statement made by the President at the recent May Day Rally referring to a Judicial decision due to be delivered on May 25 stating that the audience would be able to applaud the decision when delivered. MORE..
US-Iran ceasefire is ‘not over’ despite attacks in Strait of Hormuz: US Defense Secretary
Asked if the ceasefire was over following Monday’s hostilities, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said: “No, the ceasefire is not over.” MORE..
Govt clarifies complaint source in US$2.5 million cyber heist; warns of legal action over statements
The complaint related to the alleged US$2.5 million loss was not made by late Ranga Rajapaksha, but by the Director General of the External Resources Department, according to Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. MORE..
University admission applications for 2025/2026 open until May 19: UGC
Applications for university admission for the 2025/2026 academic year, based on the 2025 General Certificate of Education Advanced Level examination, will be accepted until May 19, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced. MORE..
Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision begins today
The public consultation on the proposed electricity tariff revision for 2026 will commence in Colombo today (06), the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced. MORE..
IMF Chief says Iran war fallout would take 3-4 months even if fighting ends today
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva says the economic fallout from the war with Iran would take at least three to four months to ease, even if the fighting were to stop immediately. MORE..
Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision to be held tomorrow
A public consultation on the proposed electricity tariff revision for 2026 will be held tomorrow (06), the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced. MORE..
Trump says US forces must enter Iran to retrieve buried nuclear stockpile
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that American forces would need to conduct a ground mission into Iran to secure enriched uranium that remains trapped beneath the rubble of nuclear facilities destroyed in last year’s joint U.S.-Israeli aerial campaign. MORE..
Ammunition, leopard skin seized in joint raid in Puttalam
A joint operation by the Police Special Task Force (STF) and wildlife officials has led to the recovery of ammunition and protected animal skins during a raid in Attawilluwa, Puttalam, at a property reportedly linked to a former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police. MORE..
Australia rejects 38% of Sri Lanka student visa applications as integrity rules tighten
Australia has begun a crackdown on visa approvals, rejecting visas for international students at record rates since the beginning of 2026. MORE..
UAE says its air defenses are responding to missiles from Iran
The United Arab Emirates said that its air defenses are “currently dealing with a missile threat” from Iran. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Maldives push for stronger economic partnership at Colombo business forum
Sri Lanka and the Maldives reaffirmed their long-standing friendship and commitment to deeper economic cooperation at the Maldives–Sri Lanka Business Forum in Colombo, with leaders from both countries highlighting shared resilience, mutual support and growing opportunities for partnership. MORE..
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Technology
Young Europeans turn to AI chatbots for emotional support, survey shows
Nearly one in two young people in Europe have used AI chatbots to discuss intimate or personal matters, as the technology increasingly serves as a source of emotional support, an Ipsos BVA survey showed on Tuesday. MORE..
WJC 2026: Global media leaders convene in South Korea to chart the future of journalism and AI
WJC 2026: Global media leaders convene in South Korea to chart the future of journalism and AI
Against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the 2026 World Journalists Conference (WJC 2026) concluded successfully in South Korea, marking a significant milestone in international media collaboration. MORE..
India emerging as next major growth market for Swiss watchmakers
India emerging as next major growth market for Swiss watchmakers
Swiss luxury watch brands are opening new retail centres, forging new partnerships and setting ambitious growth targets in India as demand rises among the country’s affluent consumers. MORE..
Apple says iPhone 17 ‘most popular ever’ as sales soar
Apple says iPhone 17 ‘most popular ever’ as sales soar
Apple has seen demand for its iPhone reach new heights with sales growth in China outpacing all other regions. MORE..
Entertainment
Stars shine at Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night
The brightest stars in Hollywood, music, sports and style - led by Beyonce, Madonna and Nicole Kidman - hit the red carpet for the Met Gala, the Manhattan charity ball that doubles as fashion’s biggest night. MORE..
Shakira thrills a crowd of 2 million with free concert on Brazil’s Copacabana beach
Shakira thrills a crowd of 2 million with free concert on Brazil’s Copacabana beach
Colombian superstar Shakira gave a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night, an event that the city’s mayor said drew 2 million people to one of the world’s most iconic waterfronts. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Brief Garden featured in New York Times Style Magazine
Sri Lanka’s Brief Garden featured in New York Times Style Magazine
Brief Garden in Beruwala has been featured in The New York Times Style Magazine’s latest feature titled “Nine Artists on the Gardens They’ll Never Forget.” MORE..
AI actors and writers will be ineligible for Oscars
AI actors and writers will be ineligible for Oscars
Academy Awards organizers issued new rules on Friday to clarify that acting and writing must be performed by humans and not artificial intelligence to be eligible for the movie industry’s highest honors. MORE..
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Canada
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Singapore
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Dirham | 86.9889 |
Sports
World Cup viewing in doubt for millions of fans in India and China
Millions of soccer fans in the world’s two most populous nations may not be able to watch the World Cup that starts next month, due to a deadlock over broadcast rights in India and no official decision in China. MORE..
Sri Lanka captain closes in on No.1 ranking ahead of T20WC
Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu has been rewarded for her excellent recent form by making big gains on the latest ICC Women’s T20I Player Rankings. MORE..
Inter Milan win Italian title for third time in six seasons
Inter Milan won their third Serie A title in six seasons on Sunday thanks to a 2-0 victory over Parma that ignited the celebrations at a jubilant San Siro and across the city. MORE..
Former Man United manager Ferguson taken to hospital after health scare at Old Trafford
Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has been taken to hospital after feeling unwell ahead of Sunday’s Premier League match between United and Liverpool, media reported. MORE..
Lakshmi Mittal, Poonawalla-led group to buy IPL franchise Rajasthan for $1.65 billion
A consortium led by steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal and vaccine tycoon Adar Poonawalla has agreed to acquire Indian Premier League franchise Rajasthan Royals in a deal valuing the team at $1.65 billion, a statement said. MORE..
