Special buses and trains deployed for New Year travel
In view of the upcoming Sinhala and Hindu New Year, the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has announced that buses will continue to be deployed today (13) based on passenger demand for those travelling to their hometowns. MORE..
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Two suspects arrested over wildlife poaching in Yala National Park
In a special operation conducted in Zone 02 of the Yala National Park, officers from the Police Special Task Force (STF) and the Department of Wildlife Conservation have arrested two suspects involved in killing wild animals and harvesting their meat. MORE..
30,000 MT fuel oil shipment arrives in Sri Lanka
A shipment of furnace oil required for electricity generation has arrived in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Public advised to follow health guidelines to avoid accidents during New Year events
Health authorities have urged the public to pay close attention to the health guidelines issued to minimize accidents during competitions and events organized in the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season. MORE..
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán ejected after 16 years in European electoral earthquake
Hungarian voters on Sunday ousted long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, rejecting the authoritarian policies and global far-right movement that he embodied in favor of a pro-European challenger in a bombshell election result with global repercussions. MORE..
Special consumer protection raids to continue until April 30 – CAA
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has announced that its special raid and investigation programme conducted during the festive season will remain in operation until April 30. MORE..
Iran still wants a nuclear weapon, Trump says
The US President Donald Trump says Iran still wants a nuclear weapon and expressed that intention during the meeting in Islamabad. MORE..
First aid, medical support essential for New Year events due to extreme heat – Officials
National Institute of Sports Science (NISS) has emphasized that first aid and medical services must be made mandatory when organizing Sinhala and Tamil New Year festivals, due to the prevailing high temperatures. MORE..
Iran says it will not ‘submit to any threat’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the US and Iran were ‘‘inches away’’ from reaching a deal during peace talks in Pakistan, but Tehran was then met with ‘‘maximalism, shifting goalposts, and blockade’’. MORE..
Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him ‘weak’ on crime and ‘terrible’
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a scathing attack on Pope Leo late on Sunday, calling him ‘‘weak’’ on crime and ‘‘terrible’’ for foreign policy after the religious leader criticized Trump’s foreign and immigration policies. MORE..
Oil jumps 8% to above $100 ahead of US blockade on Strait of Hormuz
Global oil prices jumped above $100 a barrel on Monday as the U.S. Navy prepared a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz that could restrict Iranian oil shipments after the U.S. and Iran failed to reach a deal to end the war. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at most places of the island after 1.00 pm, today (13), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Trump says China would face a 50% tariff if it transfers weapons to Iran
US President Donald Trump warned that China would face a 50% tariff if it transfers weapons to Iran, but said he doubted Beijing would do so, despite US intelligence indicating it had such plans. MORE..
12 Indian fishermen arrested for poaching in northern seas
The Sri Lanka Navy has seized an Indian fishing boat and apprehended 12 Indian fishermen for poaching in Sri Lankan waters, off Kovilam in Kareinagar, Jaffna. MORE..
Restoration of damaged upcountry railway track still ongoing
The “Udarata Menike” train operating from Colombo to Badulla is currently limited to Rambukkana due to ongoing repair work on the main railway line. MORE..
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Trump predicts Iran will return to the negotiating table, threatens he could take country out “in one day”
US President Donald Trump on Sunday predicted that Iran would return to the negotiating table while warning that he could take out Iran in “in one day.” MORE..
30,000 MT fuel oil shipment arrives in Sri Lanka
A shipment of furnace oil required for electricity generation has arrived in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Public advised to follow health guidelines to avoid accidents during New Year events
Health authorities have urged the public to pay close attention to the health guidelines issued to minimize accidents during competitions and events organized in the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season. MORE..
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán ejected after 16 years in European electoral earthquake
Hungarian voters on Sunday ousted long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, rejecting the authoritarian policies and global far-right movement that he embodied in favor of a pro-European challenger in a bombshell election result with global repercussions. MORE..
Special consumer protection raids to continue until April 30 – CAA
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has announced that its special raid and investigation programme conducted during the festive season will remain in operation until April 30. MORE..
Iran still wants a nuclear weapon, Trump says
The US President Donald Trump says Iran still wants a nuclear weapon and expressed that intention during the meeting in Islamabad. MORE..
First aid, medical support essential for New Year events due to extreme heat – Officials
National Institute of Sports Science (NISS) has emphasized that first aid and medical services must be made mandatory when organizing Sinhala and Tamil New Year festivals, due to the prevailing high temperatures. MORE..
Iran says it will not ‘submit to any threat’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the US and Iran were ‘‘inches away’’ from reaching a deal during peace talks in Pakistan, but Tehran was then met with ‘‘maximalism, shifting goalposts, and blockade’’. MORE..
Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him ‘weak’ on crime and ‘terrible’
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a scathing attack on Pope Leo late on Sunday, calling him ‘‘weak’’ on crime and ‘‘terrible’’ for foreign policy after the religious leader criticized Trump’s foreign and immigration policies. MORE..
Oil jumps 8% to above $100 ahead of US blockade on Strait of Hormuz
Global oil prices jumped above $100 a barrel on Monday as the U.S. Navy prepared a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz that could restrict Iranian oil shipments after the U.S. and Iran failed to reach a deal to end the war. MORE..
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Technology
OpenAI identifies security issue involving third-party tool, says user data was not accessed
OpenAI said on Friday it had identified a security issue involving a third-party developer tool called Axios and is taking steps to protect the process that certifies its macOS applications are legitimate OpenAI apps. MORE..
Artemis II astronauts return from moon with splashdown to close out record-breaking lunar voyage
Artemis II astronauts return from moon with splashdown to close out record-breaking lunar voyage
Artemis II’s astronauts returned from the moon with a dramatic splashdown in the Pacific on Friday to close out humanity’s first lunar voyage in more than a half-century. MORE..
Artemis II astronauts hurtle home from moon toward splashdown
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The four Artemis II astronauts, returning from the world’s first crewed moon voyage in over half a century, hurtled back toward Earth on Friday aboard their gumdrop-shaped Orion spacecraft, headed for a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off Southern California. MORE..
Tesla is developing a new smaller, cheaper EV
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Entertainment
Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies at 92
Legendary Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle is reportedly no more at the age of 92. MORE..
‘Paddington’ musical, Hollywood stars to vie for prizes at Olivier Awards
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Paddington Bear is in the running for pawfuls of Olivier Awards at Britain’s top theatre honours on Sunday, where a stage adaptation of the beloved children’s books along with fellow musical “Into The Woods” lead the nominations. MORE..
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle hospitalised in Mumbai
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Jackson family joins fans in Berlin for premiere of Michael Jackson biopic
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Thousands of Michael Jackson fans, many in military jackets or aviator sunglasses inspired by the pop icon’s many famous looks, gathered in Berlin on Friday night for the international premiere of the biopic “Michael” starring the singer’s nephew. MORE..
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Sports
Matheesha Pathirana clears hurdle to play in IPL 2026
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Nuwan Thushara apologizes to SLC, expresses willingness to withdraw petition
Sri Lanka cricketer Nuwan Thushara has apologised to Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) regarding his decision to take legal action over the non-issuance of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to participate in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL). MORE..
South America’s CONMEBOL backs FIFA President Infantino for fourth term
South American football’s governing body (CONMEBOL) gave Gianni Infantino its backing on Thursday should he decide to run for reelection as FIFA president for a fourth term. MORE..
Every Sri Lankan dreams of playing in IPL: Pathum Nissanka
Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Pathum Nissanka highlighted that the Indian Premier League (IPL) is a dream opportunity for Sri Lankan players, and those who get a chance must seize it with strong performances. MORE..
Prosecutors seek Tiger Woods’ prescription drug records after Florida arrest
Prosecutors are seeking all the records connected to Tiger Woods’ prescription medications, including dosage and warnings about driving on pill bottles, court documents show. MORE..
