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Global fire outbreaks hit record high as ‘unprecedented’ heat extremes loom, scientists say
Global fire outbreaks hit record high as ‘unprecedented’ heat extremes loom, scientists say
Climate change has driven record-breaking outbreaks of fire in Africa, Asia and elsewhere this year, with conditions expected to get worse as the northern hemisphere’s summer approaches and El Nino weather patterns kick in, scientists warned on Tuesday. MORE..
16 major and 10 medium reservoirs spilling amid heavy rainfall across Sri Lanka
16 major and 10 medium reservoirs spilling amid heavy rainfall across Sri Lanka
A total of 16 major reservoirs and 10 medium-sized reservoirs managed by the Department of Irrigation are currently spilling due to the prevailing heavy rainfall across the country, according to Director of Irrigation (Water Management) Eng. H.M.P.S.D. Herath. MORE..
Additional fertilizer relief announced for small-scale tea plantation owners
Additional fertilizer relief announced for small-scale tea plantation owners
Minister of Plantations and Community Infrastructure Samantha Vidyaratne, stated that the government has decided to provide an additional fertilizer subsidy to small-scale tea plantation owners. MORE..
Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrives at Bribery Commission
Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrives at Bribery Commission
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (12) to provide a statement regarding the alleged SriLankan Airlines Airbus deal. MORE..
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Schools closed in Deniyaya following flu outbreak to reopen tomorrow
Schools closed in Deniyaya following flu outbreak to reopen tomorrow
Schools in the Deniyaya Education Zone, which were temporarily closed due to a flu outbreak, are scheduled to reopen tomorrow (13). MORE..
Galle shooting victim succumbs to injuries
Galle shooting victim succumbs to injuries
The person injured in the shooting incident in the Dickson Junction area of Dangendara, Galle, has succumbed to his injuries. MORE..
One injured as shooting incident reported in Galle
One injured as shooting incident reported in Galle
A shooting incident was reported this morning (12) in the Dickson Junction area of Dangendara, Galle. MORE..
US issues new sanctions over Iran’s oil shipments to China
US issues new sanctions over Iran’s oil shipments to China
The U.S. government on Monday announced sanctions against three people and nine companies, including four based in Hong Kong and four in the United Arab Emirates, for aiding Iran’s shipment of oil to China. The ninth company is based in Oman. MORE..
Pressure grows on UK’s Starmer to quit as PM
Pressure grows on UK’s Starmer to quit as PM
Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday (May 11) vowed to prove his doubters wrong and stem mounting calls for him to step down after disastrous local and regional elections for his ruling Labour party. MORE..
Nearly 200 foreign nationals arrested over cybercrime activities in separate raids
Nearly 200 foreign nationals arrested over cybercrime activities in separate raids
A total of 198 foreign nationals, including 173 Indians and 25 Nepalese nationals, have been arrested in separate raids conducted in the Galle, Hikkaduwa and Midigama areas for allegedly engaging in cybercrime activities, Sri Lanka Police said. MORE..
US says 18 passengers flown back after hantavirus outbreak on ship
US says 18 passengers flown back after hantavirus outbreak on ship
US Department of Health and Human Services officials said on Monday that 18 passengers from the luxury cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak were flown back to the U.S. and quarantined, with the one passenger who tested positive in a Nebraska biocontainment unit. MORE..
Trump says Iran ceasefire is ‘on life support’ as hopes for a deal fade
Trump says Iran ceasefire is ‘on life support’ as hopes for a deal fade
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that a ceasefire with Iran was “on life support” after Tehran’s response to a US proposal to end the war made clear the two sides were still far apart on a number of issues. MORE..
Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island
Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island
The low pressure area located northeast of Sri Lanka continues to persist in the sea area vicinity of the island, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
54 foreign nationals arrested in Hikkaduwa over suspected cybercrime activities
54 foreign nationals arrested in Hikkaduwa over suspected cybercrime activities
A total of 54 foreign nationals have been arrested today (11) at a tourist hotel in Dodanduwa, Hikkaduwa, on suspicion of involvement in cyber-related criminal activities, the Special Task Force (STF) said. MORE..
Spill gates at several reservoirs opened amid heavy rainfall
Spill gates at several reservoirs opened amid heavy rainfall
A total of four spill gates of the Deduru Oya Reservoir have been raised and opened to a height of two feet each, the Department of Irrigation stated. MORE..
Donald Trump’s China visit set to test fragile truce
Donald Trump’s China visit set to test fragile truce
Beijing has confirmed that US President Donald Trump will travel to China this week to meet Xi Jinping. MORE..
Batuwatte Chamara detained for 72 hours for questioning
Batuwatte Chamara detained for 72 hours for questioning
Notorious underworld figure and alleged drug trafficker Manoj Suranga Liyanage, widely known as “Batuwatte Chamara,” was taken into custody for questioning following his repatriation to Sri Lanka after being arrested in Azerbaijan. MORE..
Udawalawa Reservoir sees massive 35,000 kg fish harvest following heavy rains
Udawalawa Reservoir sees massive 35,000 kg fish harvest following heavy rains
More than 35,000 kilograms of fish were harvested from the Udawalawa Reservoir over just two days — May 9 and 10 — according to the National Aquaculture Development Authority of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Tens of millions risk hunger as Hormuz standoff blocks fertiliser, UN official says
Tens of millions risk hunger as Hormuz standoff blocks fertiliser, UN official says
Tens of millions of people could face hunger and starvation if fertilisers are not soon allowed through the Strait of Hormuz, the head of a UN task force aimed at averting a looming humanitarian crisis told AFP on Monday (May 11). MORE..
Heavy rains over 100 mm forecast across Sri Lanka as low-pressure system intensifies
Heavy rains over 100 mm forecast across Sri Lanka as low-pressure system intensifies
The Department of Meteorology has warned that heavy showers exceeding 100 mm are likely in several parts of the country due to the influence of a low-pressure area located to the northeast of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Level 2 landslide warning issued to residents of Passara
Level 2 landslide warning issued to residents of Passara
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..
Police launch crackdown on illegal vehicle modifications and noisy exhaust systems
Police launch crackdown on illegal vehicle modifications and noisy exhaust systems
Sri Lanka Police have announced that strict legal action will be taken against vehicles fitted with unauthorized modifications and excessively noisy exhaust systems, as part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and enforce traffic regulations across the country. MORE..
Philippine VP Sara Duterte impeached for a second time
Philippine VP Sara Duterte impeached for a second time
The Philippine House of Representatives has voted to impeach Vice-President Sara Duterte for a second time, threatening her plan to run for president in 2028. MORE..
President reviews progress of “Prajashakthi” National Movement
President reviews progress of “Prajashakthi” National Movement
Of the Rs. 25, 000 million allocated under the 2026 Budget for the “Prajashakthi” National Poverty Alleviation Programme, development projects valued at Rs. 23,000 million have already been approved and forwarded to District Secretaries for implementation, the President’s Media Division said in a statement. MORE..
GMOA denies any link to Trincomalee newborn death
GMOA denies any link to Trincomalee newborn death
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has denied any connection between its trade union activities and the death of a newborn during a delivery at the Trincomalee District General Hospital. MORE..