https://adaderana.lk/news/250675 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T16:58:29.239Z Sri Lanka and Germany to expand cooperation in trade, investment, tourism and education https://adaderana.lk/news/250674 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T16:49:42.078Z Police Spokesperson denies BASL claims over death of youth in Homagama Police custody https://adaderana.lk/news/250673 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T16:35:05.527Z Navy and Air Force launch search for missing fishing boat with three crew in Mullaitivu https://adaderana.lk/news/250672 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T16:26:37.467Z Navy deploys disaster relief teams to those affected by adverse weather https://adaderana.lk/news/250671 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T16:07:46.133Z Red Alert issued for strong winds and rough seas as Cyclone Arnab approaches India https://adaderana.lk/news/250670 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T15:27:34.728Z Two spill gates of Victoria Reservoir opened https://adaderana.lk/news/250669 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T15:19:09.629Z Sri Lanka and Türkiye explore employment opportunities for Sri Lankan workers https://adaderana.lk/news/250668 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T15:11:19.731Z Trump’s proposed US$70,000 work training fee could drive foreign students away, warn US educators https://adaderana.lk/news/250667 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T14:59:58.025Z President directs officials to fast-track BIA development projects https://adaderana.lk/news/250666 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T14:51:26.531Z Hanthane Dhammagavesi Thero conferred Anunayaka title https://adaderana.lk/news/250665 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T14:44:58.717Z Sri Lanka needs a new approach to microfinance, says AI Researcher https://adaderana.lk/news/250664 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T14:32:47.534Z CID continues to interrogate woman deported from Dubai over murder of ‘Kajja’ https://adaderana.lk/news/250663 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T14:08:21.650Z New anti-terrorism law to target organised crime, not ordinary citizens, Minister assures https://adaderana.lk/news/250662 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T13:57:48.232Z Former LTTE member deported from India arrested at BIA https://adaderana.lk/news/250661 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T13:47:47.522Z Mbappe apologises to China for 'ill-judged' Mao meme comments https://adaderana.lk/news/250660 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T13:42:18.813Z FIFA plans US$ 25 million support for Sri Lankan football development https://adaderana.lk/news/250659 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T13:32:55.276Z Adverse weather affects nearly 4,000 families across Sri Lanka https://adaderana.lk/news/250658 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T13:06:46.525Z Fuel market structure limits government pricing options: Cabinet Spokesman https://adaderana.lk/news/250657 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T12:49:42.047Z Sri Lanka loses 40% of annual fish production to post-harvest waste https://adaderana.lk/news/250656 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T12:35:11.132Z Middle East conflict impacts prices of goods and services in Sri Lanka, says Minister https://adaderana.lk/news/250654 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T12:10:07.031Z Sri Lanka thrash Pakistan by 8 wickets to reach ODI Tri-series final https://adaderana.lk/news/250655 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T12:07:14.449Z Open verdict issued in death of suspect in Homagama Police custody https://adaderana.lk/news/250653 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T11:48:56.467Z Sri Lanka Cricket likely to have new parliament-approved constitution by end of 2026 https://adaderana.lk/news/250652 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T11:36:55.350Z Opposition accuses government of blocking debate on No-Confidence Motion against Speaker https://adaderana.lk/news/250649 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T11:23:47.526Z Thousands evacuate India's eastern coast ahead of Cyclone Arnab https://adaderana.lk/news/250651 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T11:18:37.624Z Opposition’s revised No-Confidence Motion to be debated in Parliament on Nov. 3 https://adaderana.lk/news/250650 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T11:14:52.954Z New weather disturbance possible in Bay of Bengal by October 31 https://adaderana.lk/news/250648 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T11:07:42.046Z Jay-Z to headline next year's Super Bowl halftime show https://adaderana.lk/news/250647 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T10:57:31.380Z Litro increases daily gas supply to nearly 100,000 cylinders amid shortage https://adaderana.lk/news/250646 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T10:50:58.537Z UK and EU officials to discuss freedom of movement https://adaderana.lk/news/250645 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T10:26:53.586Z USS Canberra departs Colombo Port after two-day visit https://adaderana.lk/news/250644 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T10:15:28.968Z Sri Lanka skittle Pakistan out for 110 in Lahore https://adaderana.lk/news/250642 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T10:07:22.749Z Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo units showing screen problems https://adaderana.lk/news/250643 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T10:06:43.327Z No request made by Chief Prelates to secure Gnanasara Thero’s release, says Cabinet Spokesman https://adaderana.lk/news/250641 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T09:57:25.999Z Select Committee seeks political parties’ views on electoral system for PC elections https://adaderana.lk/news/250640 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T09:40:58.718Z Cyclone “Arnab” set to make landfall in India; Weather impact across Sri Lanka expected to ease tomorrow https://adaderana.lk/news/250639 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T09:33:54.559Z Sri Lanka participates in Fourth Liangzhu Forum in China https://adaderana.lk/news/250638 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T09:18:04.973Z Cabinet approves compensation for officers killed and injured in Negombo Prison clashes https://adaderana.lk/news/250637 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T09:10:04.717Z Open warrant issued for Basil Rajapaksa in Brown’s Hill land case https://adaderana.lk/news/250636 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T09:08:05.041Z Cabinet approves $100 million ADB loan for Sri Lanka’s economic recovery programme https://adaderana.lk/news/250635 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T08:57:49.111Z Namal Rajapaksa further remanded in Krrish Group bribery case https://adaderana.lk/news/250634 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T08:49:48.449Z Govt. to introduce new laws to protect children from social media exploitation https://adaderana.lk/news/250633 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T08:45:03.456Z Court orders Bribery Commission to respond to Namal Rajapaksa’s bail application tomorrow https://adaderana.lk/news/250631 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T08:30:32.555Z BASL calls for independent probe into death of suspect in Homagama Police custody https://adaderana.lk/news/250630 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T08:11:44.535Z 'Maxxing' selected as Dictionary.com word of the year https://adaderana.lk/news/250629 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T08:08:36.732Z Flood warning issued for Kalu Ganga Basin extended https://adaderana.lk/news/250628 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T07:57:57.597Z Court orders to produce MP Namal Rajapaksa before High Court Trial-at-Bar tomorrow https://adaderana.lk/news/250627 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T07:44:30.378Z Sri Lanka win toss, bowl first against Pakistan in ODI tri-series match https://adaderana.lk/news/250626 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T07:42:46.782Z River water levels receding, but flood risks remain amid Cyclone Arnab’s impact – Official https://adaderana.lk/news/250625 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T07:23:45.545Z Brazilian President Lula responds to President Anura Kumara’s congratulatory message https://adaderana.lk/news/250624 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T07:09:20.930Z Indictments filed against Namal Rajapaksa and 3 others over Airbus deal https://adaderana.lk/news/250623 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T06:59:41.668Z Sri Lanka’s dengue death toll rises to 81; public cautioned amid rainy weather https://adaderana.lk/news/250622 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T06:37:55.266Z Advisory issued for severe lightning https://adaderana.lk/news/250621 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T06:22:42.924Z Pope fit enough to make Latin America trip next month, Vatican says https://adaderana.lk/news/250620 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T06:15:24.735Z Macklemore begins Free Palestine tour after Ed Sheeran fallout https://adaderana.lk/news/250619 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T06:02:55.438Z India permits 25 Sri Lankan fishing vessels to enter its waters amid cyclone ‘Arnab’ https://adaderana.lk/news/250618 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T05:49:49.235Z Woman wanted in murder of ‘Kajja’ brought back from Dubai https://adaderana.lk/news/250617 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T05:43:33.719Z Roshan Ranasinghe calls for Presidential pardon for Gnanasara Thero https://adaderana.lk/news/250616 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T04:51:28.820Z Flood-hit students in S'gamuwa Province to receive alternative dates for O/L aesthetic exams https://adaderana.lk/news/250615 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T04:38:38.371Z Sri Lanka’s export earnings reach USD 13.6 bln in first nine months of 2026 https://adaderana.lk/news/250614 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T04:30:38.624Z MP Namal Rajapaksa produced before court https://adaderana.lk/news/250613 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T04:19:55.443Z Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted Houthi missiles, drones attacking kingdom https://adaderana.lk/news/250612 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T04:17:59.644Z Three spill gates of Upper Kotmale Reservoir opened following heavy rainfall https://adaderana.lk/news/250611 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T03:47:05.332Z Unidentified woman’s body found on Kirinda Beach https://adaderana.lk/news/250610 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T03:42:17.631Z Red alert issued for strong winds and rough seas as Cyclone Arnab intensifies https://adaderana.lk/news/250609 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T03:24:56.637Z Suspect arrested with foreign-manufactured firearm in Orugodawatta https://adaderana.lk/news/250608 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T02:16:49.432Z Trump says Brazil election looked 'rigged,' defeated Bolsonaro's party recognizes Lula win https://adaderana.lk/news/250607 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T02:10:28.338Z Country’s financial system strength depends on effective institutions and regulations – PM Harini https://adaderana.lk/news/250606 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T02:07:37.538Z Over 10,000 people affected by adverse weather across 12 districts in Sri Lanka https://adaderana.lk/news/250605 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T01:42:46.829Z Jordan says its air force struck 'militant hideouts' in Syria after church attack https://adaderana.lk/news/250604 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T01:36:45.873Z Trump approval rises from record low to 32% ahead of midterm election, Reuters Ipsos poll finds https://adaderana.lk/news/250603 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T01:28:54.524Z Harry Kane becomes first Englishman in 25 years to win Ballon d’Or https://adaderana.lk/news/250602 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T01:23:27.420Z All schools across Sri Lanka to remain closed today due to adverse weather https://adaderana.lk/news/250600 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T00:37:08.276Z Sri Lankan Ambassador visits Anojan Sivarasa at Dammam Central Prison following Saudi Court ruling https://adaderana.lk/news/250599 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-27T00:36:35.160Z Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today https://adaderana.lk/news/250598 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T17:01:10.528Z Irrigation Dept. warns of possible flooding in low-lying areas Gin Ganga https://adaderana.lk/news/250597 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T16:57:11.633Z Netanyahu touts Trump endorsement on eve of vote, suggests they may restart war on Iran https://adaderana.lk/news/250596 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T16:45:22.175Z Anthropic warns of 'catastrophic risk' to humankind ahead of blockbuster share listing https://adaderana.lk/news/250595 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T16:23:02.223Z Sajith calls for special protection programme for Sri Lanka’s elephants https://adaderana.lk/news/250594 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T16:22:04.777Z Pathum Nissanka ruled out of Pakistan Test series https://adaderana.lk/news/250592 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T15:59:01.855Z 30 reservoirs spill over as heavy rains batter Sri Lanka, public urged to stay alert https://adaderana.lk/news/250591 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T15:33:31.919Z Dubai plans world's longest 24-karat gold walkway by end of 2026 https://adaderana.lk/news/250590 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T15:18:19.973Z Red alert issued for strong winds and rough seas as cyclonic storm Arnab intensifies https://adaderana.lk/news/250589 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T15:03:02.149Z Complaint filed with Human Rights Commission over death of suspect in Homagama Police custody https://adaderana.lk/news/250588 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T14:32:01.883Z PM Harini highlights Sri Lanka’s progress in combating financial crime https://adaderana.lk/news/250587 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T14:09:09.041Z Sri Lanka and China discuss expanding Buddhist and cultural cooperation https://adaderana.lk/news/250586 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T14:01:37.036Z Eric Bauza, voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, dies aged 46 https://adaderana.lk/news/250585 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T13:58:21.470Z Three Indian Navy and Coast Guard vessels arrive in Sri Lanka https://adaderana.lk/news/250583 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T13:39:11.844Z Flood risk warning issued for low-lying areas along Attanagalu Oya and Uruwal Oya https://adaderana.lk/news/250582 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T13:25:21.285Z Level 3 landslide warnings issued to several areas in three districts https://adaderana.lk/news/250581 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T13:09:28.675Z 2026 GCE O/L aesthetic practical exams to continue as scheduled despite school closure https://adaderana.lk/news/250580 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T12:59:17.631Z Three police officers interdicted over suspect’s death in custody https://adaderana.lk/news/250579 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T12:53:10.832Z Minor flooding risk alert issued for Kelani River Valley https://adaderana.lk/news/250578 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T12:43:57.244Z Bus driver, conductor remanded over Habaraduwa train collision https://adaderana.lk/news/250577 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T12:35:07.295Z All preschools to remain closed tomorrow due to adverse weather https://adaderana.lk/news/250576 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T12:27:19.747Z Large tree falls on estate houses in Kalutara, displacing five families https://adaderana.lk/news/250575 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T12:15:06.839Z Bus involved in Koggala train accident had no special tour permit, officials say https://adaderana.lk/news/250574 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T12:03:53.463Z SC orders enforcement of 29-month sentence after invalidating presidential pardon https://adaderana.lk/news/250573 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T11:56:19.984Z Tourist guide killed in elephant attack at Aluthgama Kande Viharaya https://adaderana.lk/news/250572 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T11:52:57.340Z Naufer Moulavi sentenced to 12 years of rigorous imprisonment over Wanathawilluwa explosives case https://adaderana.lk/news/250571 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T11:40:24.734Z Police launch investigation into viral video allegedly discrediting Dematagoda Police https://adaderana.lk/news/250570 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T11:31:49.741Z Three estate houses destroyed in fire in Hatton-Dickoya https://adaderana.lk/news/250569 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T11:20:58.681Z Saudi coalition strikes Houthi missile facilities after Riyadh airport attack https://adaderana.lk/news/250568 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T11:16:21.454Z Rapper Nicki Minaj joins Trump onstage at Michigan rally https://adaderana.lk/news/250567 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T11:15:18.580Z Two buses damaged as earth embankment collapses in Hatton https://adaderana.lk/news/250566 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T10:58:46.054Z UNP calls for presidential pardon for Gnanasara Thero https://adaderana.lk/news/250565 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T10:57:02.550Z Singer Chris Brown to be sentenced over bottle attack at a London nightclub https://adaderana.lk/news/250564 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T10:47:13.751Z All schools across Sri Lanka to remain closed tomorrow due to adverse weather https://adaderana.lk/news/250563 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T10:36:55.459Z US Navy ship USS Canberra arrives at Colombo Port https://adaderana.lk/news/250562 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T10:28:31.738Z Minor flooding reported in Ratnapura and Nawalapitiya as river levels rise https://adaderana.lk/news/250561 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T10:22:13.046Z Deputy Foreign Minister Arun Hemachandra to visit Türkiye for bilateral talks https://adaderana.lk/news/250560 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T10:19:40.469Z Sri Lanka’s exports rise 5% to US$ 13.6 billion in first nine months of 2026 https://adaderana.lk/news/250559 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T10:03:41.349Z Police warn of increase in road accidents amid adverse weather conditions https://adaderana.lk/news/250558 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T09:53:25.788Z Level 3 Red Landslide Warning issued for six DS areas in Ratnapura https://adaderana.lk/news/250557 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T09:38:21.639Z Cyclonic Storm ‘Arnab’ intensifies over Bay of Bengal; Heavy rain and strong winds expected in Sri Lanka https://adaderana.lk/news/250556 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T09:33:10.199Z GMOA warns of possible rise in dengue cases amid rainy weather https://adaderana.lk/news/250555 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T09:28:12.022Z Wimalasurendra Reservoir begins to spill following heavy rains https://adaderana.lk/news/250554 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T09:23:23.728Z Eight students remain hospitalized after bus-train collision in Habaraduwa https://adaderana.lk/news/250553 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T09:02:39.534Z Several houses damaged by strong winds in Chilaw https://adaderana.lk/news/250552 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T08:58:27.430Z Saim Ayub released from Pakistan tri-series squad, Sahibzada Farhan called up https://adaderana.lk/news/250551 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T08:46:48.827Z Kotmale Reservoir nears spill level amid heavy rain, Warning issued to downstream residents https://adaderana.lk/news/250550 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T08:37:36.933Z Sri Lanka’s dengue cases surge past 105,000 https://adaderana.lk/news/250549 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T08:33:24.243Z Officials from Mecca pact countries to meet Iranian officials in Tehran today https://adaderana.lk/news/250548 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T08:12:43.337Z Provincial education officials empowered to decide on school closures amid adverse weather https://adaderana.lk/news/250547 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T07:43:21.625Z 16 spill gates of Rajanganaya Reservoir to be opened; residents of low-lying areas cautioned https://adaderana.lk/news/250546 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T07:41:30.136Z New initiative to identify and utilise alternative water sources in Western Province https://adaderana.lk/news/250545 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T07:25:41.824Z 'Long live democracy' says President Lula as Brazil national anthem plays https://adaderana.lk/news/250544 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T07:25:36.688Z Instagram comes to Apple TV with Reels, longer videos and live shows https://adaderana.lk/news/250543 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T07:12:38.384Z Minor flood warning issued for low-lying areas of Mahaweli River https://adaderana.lk/news/250542 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T06:50:23.584Z Minor flood risk expected in ‘Kalu Ganga’ basin within next 24 hours https://adaderana.lk/news/250541 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T06:26:27.042Z Cyclonic storm 'Arnab' develops as Karandipowal records highest rainfall at 195.7 mm https://adaderana.lk/news/250540 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T06:26:26.530Z Indian national arrested with over 5kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA https://adaderana.lk/news/250539 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T05:51:23.321Z Court orders foreign travel ban on ex-minister Keheliya Rambukwella https://adaderana.lk/news/250538 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T05:32:00.937Z President Anura Kumara hails 'comrade' Lula’s victory in Brazil presidential election https://adaderana.lk/news/250537 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T05:30:04.347Z Two passengers including Chinese businessman arrested with foreign cigarettes at BIA https://adaderana.lk/news/250536 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T05:06:50.227Z Landslide early warnings issued to eight districts https://adaderana.lk/news/250535 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T05:04:56.940Z ‘Red’ warning issued for strong winds and rough seas in the Bay of Bengal https://adaderana.lk/news/250534 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T04:07:15.740Z Trump adds Norway to vulgar list of countries, citing Nobel snub https://adaderana.lk/news/250533 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T03:59:44.537Z Second generator at Norochcholai Power Plant shut down for maintenance https://adaderana.lk/news/250532 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T03:59:21.828Z Spill gates of several major reservoirs opened amid heavy rainfall – Irrigation Dept. https://adaderana.lk/news/250531 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T03:37:59.470Z At least five injured in bus-tipper truck collision in Ahangama https://adaderana.lk/news/250530 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T03:29:37.884Z Vegetable prices surge as egg and chicken purchases decline by 20% https://adaderana.lk/news/250528 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T03:04:13.986Z Oil slips from near six-months highs despite supply concerns https://adaderana.lk/news/250529 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T02:59:01.051Z US orders non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks https://adaderana.lk/news/250527 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T02:33:53.929Z Main gunman arrested over double murder in Kalutara https://adaderana.lk/news/250526 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T02:11:49.739Z No major flooding reported despite heavy rainfall across Sri Lanka – Irrigation Dept. https://adaderana.lk/news/250525 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T02:11:18.238Z Sinopec also increases Octane 95 petrol price https://adaderana.lk/news/250524 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T01:26:33.579Z Advisory issued for heavy rain https://adaderana.lk/news/250522 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T00:48:51.425Z Police open fire at three-wheeler after driver defies orders in Kalutara https://adaderana.lk/news/250521 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T00:40:17.177Z Lanka IOC increases Octane 95 petrol price https://adaderana.lk/news/250520 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T00:32:46.622Z Brazil's Lula reelected president in runoff vote https://adaderana.lk/news/250519 Ada Derana English en 2026-10-26T00:30:51.643Z Heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today