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Malaysia ex-PM Najib Razak jailed for 15 more years in 1MDB saga’s biggest trial
Malaysia ex-PM Najib Razak jailed for 15 more years in 1MDB saga’s biggest trial
Malaysia’s influential former premier Najib Razak was jailed on Friday for a further 15 years and fined $2.8 billion for power abuse and money laundering in the biggest trial of the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal, a ruling that could have big political ramifications. MORE..
Over 100 mobile phones recovered at Boossa High Security Prison this year
Over 100 mobile phones recovered at Boossa High Security Prison this year
The Police Special Task Force (STF) has stated that more than 100 mobile phones have been recovered so far this year from inmates including notorious underworld figures detained at the Boossa High Security Prison, where the country’s major criminals are held. MORE..
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15 injured after stabbing, liquid spray attack in Japan
15 injured after stabbing, liquid spray attack in Japan
Fifteen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan during which an unspecified liquid was also sprayed, an emergency services official said on Dec 26. MORE..
Former Minister Douglas Devananda arrested by CID
Former Minister Douglas Devananda arrested by CID
Former Minister and leader of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) Douglas Devananda has been arrested by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID). MORE..
Kohuwala shooting victim succumbs to injuries
Kohuwala shooting victim succumbs to injuries
The individual who was injured in the recent shooting incident near the Kohuwala Junction in Nugegoda has succumbed to his injuries. MORE..
Bomb scare at Kandy District Secretariat: No explosives found so far – Police
Bomb scare at Kandy District Secretariat: No explosives found so far – Police
A special search operation was launched at the Kandy District Secretariat today (26) following a bomb scare, however no explosives have been found so far, according to police. MORE..
Met. Dept warns of heavy rain across several provinces from Dec. 29
Met. Dept warns of heavy rain across several provinces from Dec. 29
The Meteorology Department states that, as an active easterly wave is expected to move across the island from December 29, rainy conditions are likely to intensify, particularly in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva, and Central provinces over the next few days. MORE..
Former Malaysia PM Najib Razak found guilty in state funds scandal
Former Malaysia PM Najib Razak found guilty in state funds scandal
A Malaysia court has convicted former prime minister Najib Razak for abuse of power and money laundering, in his second major trial for a multi-billion-dollar state funds scandal. MORE..
Gampaha Crimes OIC remanded over bribery charges
Gampaha Crimes OIC remanded over bribery charges
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the remand of the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Crimes Division at the Gampaha Police Station until January 06, in connection with an alleged bribery case. MORE..
Woman arrested over showroom manager’s shooting in Ambalangoda
Woman arrested over showroom manager’s shooting in Ambalangoda
More details have been revealed regarding the shooting and killing of a showroom manager in Ambalangoda, following joint investigations conducted by the Police Special Task Force (STF) and the Galle District Crimes Division. MORE..
Election of new chairman for Weligama PS postponed again
Election of new chairman for Weligama PS postponed again
The process to elect a new Chairman of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha, which has been marked by several controversial developments, has been postponed for the second time. MORE..
Three arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle Rs. 8.6 million worth of goods
Three arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle Rs. 8.6 million worth of goods
In a special operation conducted at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Customs officers have arrested three Sri Lankan nationals earlier this morning (26) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of goods valued at Rs. 8.6 million into the country. MORE..
Seven youths arrested for illegal motorcycle racing in Panadura
Seven youths arrested for illegal motorcycle racing in Panadura
Panadura North Police have arrested a total of seven youths for engaging in illegal motorcycle racing involving monetary bets. MORE..
NPP PS member arrested for threatening female Grama Niladhari officer
NPP PS member arrested for threatening female Grama Niladhari officer
A Member of the Puttalam Pradeshiya Sabha representing the National People’s Power (NPP) has been arrested by Mundalama Police early this morning (26) in connection with the alleged verbal abuse and intimidation of a female Grama Niladhari officer. MORE..
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un signals continued missile development in next 5 years
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un signals continued missile development in next 5 years
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signaled the country will continue to develop missiles in the next five years, as he visited major munitions enterprises in the last quarter of 2025, state media KCNA said on Friday. MORE..
Bomb scare prompts special search operation at Kandy District Secretariat
Bomb scare prompts special search operation at Kandy District Secretariat
It is reported that a special search operation has been launched at the Kandy District Secretariat following a bomb scare. MORE..
Original locomotive absent from ‘Tsunami Train’ commemorative run
Original locomotive absent from ‘Tsunami Train’ commemorative run
It has been reported that the original locomotive involved in the tragic Peraliya train disaster caused by the 2004 tsunami did not participate in this year’s symbolic commemorative run. MORE..
49-year-old doctor drowns at Mirissa Beach
49-year-old doctor drowns at Mirissa Beach
A doctor has reportedly died after drowning in the Mirissa Beach yesterday (25). MORE..
Three-year-old killed in road accident involving cab in Welipenna
Three-year-old killed in road accident involving cab in Welipenna
A three-year-old girl was killed in a road accident near the 5th mile post on the Aluthgama–Matugama Road, within the Welipenna Police Division. MORE..
Six arrested over showroom manager’s shooting in Ambalangoda
Six arrested over showroom manager’s shooting in Ambalangoda
Police have arrested six suspects in connection with the shooting and killing of a showroom manager in Ambalangoda on 22 December. MORE..
Sri Lanka to observe two-minute silence today to mark 21 years since devastating tsunami
Sri Lanka to observe two-minute silence today to mark 21 years since devastating tsunami
Today (26) marks 21 years since the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, one of the world’s deadliest and most destructive natural disasters, which impacted over 10 countries in the Indian Ocean. MORE..
Suspect arrested over shooting death of former Mulleriyawa PS Vice Chairman
Suspect arrested over shooting death of former Mulleriyawa PS Vice Chairman
The Western Province Southern Crime Division has arrested a suspect yesterday (25) in connection with the shooting death of the former Vice Chairman of the Mulleriyawa Pradeshiya Sabha in Kotikawatta. MORE..
US launches ‘powerful strikes’ against Islamic State in Nigeria, says Trump
US launches ‘powerful strikes’ against Islamic State in Nigeria, says Trump
President Donald Trump has said the US launched a “powerful and deadly strike” against the Islamic State (IS) group in north-western Nigeria. MORE..
In first Christmas sermon, Pope Leo decries conditions for Palestinians in Gaza
In first Christmas sermon, Pope Leo decries conditions for Palestinians in Gaza
Pope Leo decried conditions for Palestinians in Gaza in his Christmas sermon on Thursday, in an unusually direct appeal during what is normally a solemn, spiritual service on the day Christians across the globe celebrate the birth of Jesus. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
A few showers may occur in Northern, Eastern and Uva provinces and in Polonnaruwa, Matale and Nuwara-Eliya districts, today (26), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..