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‘Red’ warning issued for strong winds and rough seas

Gates Foundation pledges support for Sri Lanka’s child nutrition and education initiatives

A meeting between Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and the Global Development Chair and the delegation of the Gates Foundation, an American philanthropic foundation established by Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates and his wife Melinda Gates, was held on Friday at the Parliament. MORE..

China, Sri Lanka vow to deepen strategic cooperative partnership as FMs meet

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Saturday met with his Sri Lankan counterpart Vijitha Herath in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and the two sides vowed to deepen their strategic cooperative partnership and enhance practical cooperation. MORE..

Trump nominates Eric Meyer as next US Ambassador to Sri Lanka

The White House has announced the nomination of Eric Meyer, a career diplomat from California, as the next Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. MORE..

Kosgoda shooting victim was not intended target of gunmen – Police

Authorities have uncovered further details regarding the shooting incident that occurred last afternoon (11) in the Hataramanhandiya area of Kosgoda, Balapitiya. MORE..

US Tariffs on Sri Lanka and Philippines may shift trade advantage to India - Report

India could pose stiff competition to Sri Lanka and the Philippines for nearly a fifth of their exports to the United States as both countries are facing high import duties under new US trade arrangement, according to an analysis. MORE..

Jagath Manuwarna elected Chair of Parliamentary Caucus on Arts & Culture

Member of Parliament Jagath Manuwarna has been elected as the Chair of the Parliamentary Caucus on Arts and Cultural Affairs at its inaugural meeting held yesterday (July 11) in Parliament. MORE..

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir to visit Sri Lanka

Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir plans to visit Sri Lanka and Indonesia later this month, according to media reports. MORE..

At least 23 dead after airstrike on Buddhist monastery in Myanmar

An airstrike on a Buddhist monastery in Myanmar ’s central Sagaing region killed at least 23 people who were taking shelter in the compound, separate sources said Friday. MORE..

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Tense situation following fatality during police chase in Vavuniya

A tense situation has arisen in Kuman Kulam, Vavuniya, following the death of a motorcyclist who was allegedly attempting to evade police officers last night (July 11). MORE..

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President announces plans to recruit 30,000 public servants after five-year gap (English)

President announces plans to recruit 30,000 public servants after five-year gap (English)

Mattala Airport still years away from being flight-ready – Minister (English)

UK trade reforms set to boost Sri Lankan apparel exports and jobs (English)

Substandard drug imports: Indictment proceedings against Keheliya postponed (English)

Trump Tariff: Exports volume will reduce but real challenge is rates of Sri Lanka's competitors – expert (English)

Sri Lanka govt not considering retaliatory measures over Trump's tariff - Presidential Advisor (English)

Sri Lanka's opposition reacts to Trump's announcement on 30% trade tariff (English)

Ceylon Chamber urges continued engagement to secure further US tariff reduction (English)

Sri Lanka gradually moving toward 5% inflation in coming quarters – CBSL Governor (English)

UGC ordered to strictly implement existing guidelines to prevent ragging in universities (English)

NPP tried to appoint Pillayan's associate as Vakarai PS chairman, claims MP Shanakiyan (English)

Suspended Commissioner General of Prisons Thushara Upuldeniya granted bail (English)

Report on controversial release of shipping containers presented in Parliament promptly: Deputy Minister (English)

Sri Lanka will receive favourable response regarding US tariffs - Deputy Finance Minister (English)

Technology

Musk’s Starlink receives India’s final regulatory nod for launch

Musk’s Starlink receives India’s final regulatory nod for launch

Nvidia’s stock market value hits $4 trillion on AI dominance

Nvidia’s stock market value hits $4 trillion on AI dominance

Musk-owned X’s CEO Yaccarino to step down in surprise move

Musk-owned X’s CEO Yaccarino to step down in surprise move

Apple COO Jeff Williams to retire in major changing of guard

Apple COO Jeff Williams to retire in major changing of guard

Entertainment

Justin Bieber releases new album after 4-year music hiatus

Justin Bieber releases new album after 4-year music hiatus

Original Birkin bag sells at auction for record $10 million

Original Birkin bag sells at auction for record $10 million

Popular Indian actress Hansika Motwani arrives in Sri Lanka

Popular Indian actress Hansika Motwani arrives in Sri Lanka

France’s Bayeux Tapestry to return to Britain after 900 years

France’s Bayeux Tapestry to return to Britain after 900 years

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Sports

Carlos Alcaraz to face Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon final in rematch of French Open

Carlos Alcaraz to face Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon final in rematch of French Open

Italy qualify for T20 World Cup 2026, set to be hosted in India and Sri Lanka

Verbeek and Siniakova win Wimbledon mixed doubles title

SL vs. BAN 1st T20I: Mendis stars as Sri Lanka thrash Bangladesh by 7 wickets in Kandy

SL vs. BAN 1st T20I: Bangladesh restricted to 154/5 in Kandy