Sri Lanka’s workers’ remittances exceed USD 3 billion in 2026
Foreign remittances sent by Sri Lankan migrant workers reached USD 767.9 million in April 2026, marking a significant increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment ((SLBFE). MORE..
- Tourist arrivals in May top 46,000
- Landslide warnings issued to several areas extended
- Top Labour minister Jess Phillips quits British government
- Court authorises technical assistance to access Kapila Chandrasena’s mobile phone
- Dengue cases spike in Sri Lanka in 2026 – Health officials warn of further increase
- Sri Lanka’s workers’ remittances exceed USD 3 billion in 2026
- Uganda’s President sworn in for record seventh term
- Matt Damon and Ben Affleck sued by Miami cops over ‘The Rip’
- Public Security Minister signals possible closure of selected police stations
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Public Security Minister signals possible closure of selected police stations
The number of police stations currently operating in Sri Lanka has exceeded the required level, according to the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala. MORE..
Uganda’s President sworn in for record seventh term
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, 81, has been sworn in for a record seventh consecutive term following his landslide victory in disputed elections in January, extending his tenure as one of Africa’s longest-serving rulers. MORE..
Dengue cases spike in Sri Lanka in 2026 – Health officials warn of further increase
The number of dengue cases confirmed in the country has shown an increase compared to 2025, according to Community Medical Specialist Dr. Priscilla Samaraweera of the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU). MORE..
Court authorises technical assistance to access Kapila Chandrasena’s mobile phone
The magisterial inquiry into the death of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena was held today (12) before Colombo Fort Magistrate Pasan Amarasena. MORE..
Top Labour minister Jess Phillips quits British government
Jess Phillips has quit her role in Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government saying she has not seen “the change I and the country expect”. MORE..
Landslide warnings issued to several areas extended
Level 2 landslide warning has been issued to residents of Passara Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSD) of the Badulla district owing to incessant rains experienced in parts of the island. MORE..
Tourist arrivals in May top 46,000
A total of 46,606 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in May, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, North-Western and North-Central provinces, as well as in Trincomalee, Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
New Tamil Nadu CM Vijay thanks President Anura Kumara for well wishes
Newly appointed Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Joseph Vijay has thanked President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for his well wishes extended following the recent Assembly Election victory. MORE..
Now everyone equal before the law, President asserts
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that both the political authority and public officials have a responsibility to ensure that the Rs. 500 billion allocated by the government in response to Cyclone Ditwah is utilised effectively and efficiently for the recovery and development of the affected communities and areas. MORE..
Ex-Minister Piyankara Jayaratne leaves Bribery Commission
Former Minister Piyankara Jayaratne left the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) after providing a statement regarding the controversial SriLankan Airlines Airbus deal. MORE..
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA further remanded
The group of 22 Buddhist monks recently arrested at the Katunayake Airport over the smuggling of “Kush” cannabis and “Hashish” from Thailand have been further remanded until May 26 by the Negombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Cabinet approves Rs. 112B govt-funded Rambukkana–Galagedara section of Central Expressway
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for the proposal for the construction of the Rambukkana-Galagedara section of the Central Expressway, with the project to be fully funded by the Government at an estimated cost of Rs.112 billion. MORE..
Opposition writes to Chief Justice over President’s remarks on court verdicts
The Opposition has submitted a memorandum to the Chief Justice requesting attention over a statement allegedly made by the President concerning a pending court ruling, according to its convener former Minister G. L. Peiris. MORE..
Two remanded over alleged bail fraud in relation to Kapila Chandrasena’s case
Two suspects accused of arranging two fake sureties to secure bail for former Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena, who recently died under mysterious circumstances, have been remanded until tomorrow (13). MORE..
Uganda’s President sworn in for record seventh term
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, 81, has been sworn in for a record seventh consecutive term following his landslide victory in disputed elections in January, extending his tenure as one of Africa’s longest-serving rulers. MORE..
Dengue cases spike in Sri Lanka in 2026 – Health officials warn of further increase
The number of dengue cases confirmed in the country has shown an increase compared to 2025, according to Community Medical Specialist Dr. Priscilla Samaraweera of the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU). MORE..
Court authorises technical assistance to access Kapila Chandrasena’s mobile phone
The magisterial inquiry into the death of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena was held today (12) before Colombo Fort Magistrate Pasan Amarasena. MORE..
Top Labour minister Jess Phillips quits British government
Jess Phillips has quit her role in Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government saying she has not seen “the change I and the country expect”. MORE..
Landslide warnings issued to several areas extended
Level 2 landslide warning has been issued to residents of Passara Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSD) of the Badulla district owing to incessant rains experienced in parts of the island. MORE..
Tourist arrivals in May top 46,000
A total of 46,606 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in May, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, North-Western and North-Central provinces, as well as in Trincomalee, Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
New Tamil Nadu CM Vijay thanks President Anura Kumara for well wishes
Newly appointed Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Joseph Vijay has thanked President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for his well wishes extended following the recent Assembly Election victory. MORE..
Now everyone equal before the law, President asserts
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that both the political authority and public officials have a responsibility to ensure that the Rs. 500 billion allocated by the government in response to Cyclone Ditwah is utilised effectively and efficiently for the recovery and development of the affected communities and areas. MORE..
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EU considering social media ‘delay’ for children
The European Union should explore limiting children’s access to social media with possible new rules proposed within months, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday (May 12). MORE..
TikTok launches £3.99 subscription for no ads in UK
TikTok launches £3.99 subscription for no ads in UK
TikTok is introducing a subscription charge for UK users who do not want to see adverts on the platform. MORE..
TikTok scales back AI-generated video descriptions after absurd errors
TikTok scales back AI-generated video descriptions after absurd errors
TikTok has rowed back on an AI feature which incorrectly summarised some videos on the platform, including claiming a celebrity was fruit. MORE..
Sony forecasts lower gaming business sales amid memory price surge
Sony forecasts lower gaming business sales amid memory price surge
Sony forecast on Friday annual sales at its gaming business would fall 6% to 4.42 trillion yen ($28 billion) due to lower hardware sales as its PlayStation 5 ages and as the industry grapples with a surge in memory chip prices. MORE..
Entertainment
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck sued by Miami cops over ‘The Rip’
Two South Florida police officers claim Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s recent action thriller “The Rip” used too many real-life details in its fictionalized narrative, causing harm to the officers’ personal and professional reputations, according to a defamation lawsuit. MORE..
Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes
Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes
Pop star Dua Lipa has filed a $15m (£11m) lawsuit against Samsung, alleging it used her image on packaging for its televisions without permission. MORE..
‘Fast & Furious’ TV series in the works for Peacock
‘Fast & Furious’ TV series in the works for Peacock
A television series based on the blockbuster “Fast & Furious” movie franchise is being developed for the Peacock streaming service, NBCUniversal said on Monday. MORE..
Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes
Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes
Pop star Dua Lipa has filed a $15m (£11m) lawsuit against Samsung, alleging it used her image on packaging for its televisions without permission. MORE..
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USA
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UK
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Europe
Euro |
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Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
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Canada
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Australia
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Singapore
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Qatar
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Riyal | 88.3358 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 85.8306 |
UAE
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Dirham | 87.6744 |
Sports
Lionel Messi included as Argentina name prelimnary FIFA World Cup 2026 squad
Legendary footballer Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina’s preliminary 55-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, as coach Lionel Scaloni begins shaping his team for the title defence following their triumph in 2022. MORE..
Mahela Jayawardene rues run of injuries as Mumbai miss IPL playoffs
Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene said a run of injuries to key players had derailed their Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign after the five-times champions were eliminated from the playoff race on Sunday. MORE..
Barcelona seal 29th LaLiga title with 2-0 Clasico win over Real Madrid
Barcelona turned the Clasico into a coronation on Sunday, swatting aside Real Madrid 2-0 at a roaring Camp Nou to claim their 29th LaLiga title. MORE..
Chennai’s Urvil Patel hits joint-fastest 50 in IPL history
Urvil Patel entered his name in the history books on Sunday (May 10) by equalling the record of scoring the fastest 50 in the Indian Premier League. MORE..
Iran demands guarantees for World Cup participation
Iran has indicated it will take part in this summer’s football World Cup, but has demanded a series of guarantees from Fifa and the tournament’s hosts amid growing tensions surrounding the team’s participation. MORE..
