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Top BBC bosses resign after criticism of the broadcaster’s editing of a Trump speech

The head of the BBC and the British broadcaster’s top news executive both resigned Sunday after criticism of the way the organization edited a speech by U.S. President Donald Trump. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 6:58 am

2025 GCE A/L exam to begin today at over 2,300 centres

The 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examination is scheduled to commence today at 2,362 examination centres across the island, with 340,525 candidates expected to sit for the exams. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 6:45 am

ADB approves $100 million to strengthen macroeconomic resilience, transparency in Sri Lanka

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $100 million financing package to build on Sri Lanka’s progress toward macroeconomic stability and to help achieve sustainable growth following the economic crisis. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 10:44 am

Steering Committee to be established to digitize healthcare service in Sri Lanka

A special discussion was held under the patronage of the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Nalinda Jayatissa on the establishment of a Steering Committee to digitally transform Sri Lanka’s free healthcare system. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 9:27 am

US Senate advances bill to end federal shutdown

The U.S. Senate on Sunday moved forward on a measure aimed at reopening the federal government and ending a now 40-day shutdown that has sidelined federal workers, delayed food aid and snarled air travel. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 11:25 am

Man dies after on-field accident during cricket match in Minuwangoda

A 41-year-old man has reportedly died following an accident during a cricket match at a playground in the Aluthepola area of Minuwangoda. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 9:30 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

Showers or thundershowers will occur at most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m., today (10), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 6:28 am

Ex-Minister Keheliya, wife and daughter arrive at Bribery Commission

Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife and a daughter have appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (10). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 11:09 am

Salman Rushdie is being honored with a Dayton peace prize lifetime achievement award

Salman Rushdie was among the honorees Sunday at the Dayton Literary Peace Prize event in Ohio, receiving a lifetime achievement award after publishing his first work of fiction since being stabbed on a New York lecture stage three years ago. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 9:49 am

Philippines hit by ‘intense’ typhoon as nearly a million evacuate

Typhoon Fung-wong has made landfall in the Philippines, where more than 900,000 people have been evacuated and two people have died. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 8:40 am

Second day of 2026 Budget debate to begin today

The second day of the debate on the Second Reading of the Appropriation Bill for the year 2026 is scheduled to commence today (10). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 7:46 am

US Senate poised to take first steps to end 40-day shutdown

The United States Senate is voting on the first steps to end the 40-day government shutdown Sunday after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, angering many in their caucus who wanted to continue the fight. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 7:24 am

Seven Sri Lankan drug traffickers in Middle East agree to surrender - Minister

Seven Sri Lankan drug traffickers, who are evading arrest and currently residing in the Middle East have agreed to surrender to the authorities. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 3:11 pm

Woman arrested with 6kg of heroin in Seenigama

A woman has been arrested for the possession of 6 kilograms of heroin in Seenigama, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 2:47 pm

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

The Meteorology Department states that showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 7:14 am

Six arrested over Seenigama heroin case detained for 7 days

The Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) has taken steps to detain and question six individuals arrested in Seenigama with over 5 kilograms of heroin, for a period of seven days. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 2:30 pm

Fire breaks out at row of shops in Ambalangoda

A fire has reportedly broken out at a row of shops in Ambalangoda, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 11:43 am

Welfare Benefits Board issues notice to ‘Aswesuma’ beneficiaries

The Welfare Benefits Board has announced that the annual information updates for the ‘Aswesuma’ welfare benefit scheme have now commenced. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 11:13 am

Myanmar junta says demolishing 150 scam hub buildings

Myanmar’s military said on Sunday (Nov 9) it was demolishing nearly 150 buildings in a crackdown on a notorious internet scam compound bordering Thailand - including a gym, a spa and a karaoke parlour. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 6:12 pm

Syrian president arrives in U.S. for meeting with Trump

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa arrived in the U.S. on Saturday for ahead of his landmark meeting with President Trump, his country’s state news agency reported, a day after Washington removed him from a terrorism blacklist. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 7:28 am

Age-appropriate sex education should be introduced for school children: PM Harini

An age-appropriate sex education program should be introduced for children in order to prevent sexual misconduct and abuse, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 10:44 pm

Sri Lanka Customs achieves historic single-day revenue; nears annual target

Sri Lanka Customs says it is on track to meet its annual revenue target for 2025 within the next three days. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 12:40 pm

Nearly a million evacuated as Philippines braces for ‘super typhoon’

More than 900,000 people have been evacuated in the Philippines ahead of Typhoon Fung-wong, which is expected to make landfall on Sunday evening. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 4:56 pm

Sri Lanka’s workers’ remittances exceed USD 6 bln in first ten months of 2025

Sri Lanka received USD 712 million in workers’ remittances in October 2025, according to the latest figures released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 9:27 am

1 dead, 6 rescued, dozens missing as migrant boat capsizes off Malaysia-Thailand coast

Hundreds were missing on Sunday after a boat sank near the Thailand-Malaysia border, as 10 survivors and one body were recovered, the Malaysian maritime authority said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 3:45 pm

Nationwide distribution of 500,000 coconut plants begins today

A national program to distribute 500,000 coconut plants for homestead cultivation is set to commence today (09) with the aim of reducing poverty and promoting coconut cultivation across the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 9:01 am

Rajinikanth to be awarded at IFFI 2025 on completing 50 years of cinema

Rajinikanth is all set to be awarded at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) on completing 50 years in cinema. IFFI is taking place in Goa, from November 20 to 28. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 10:37 am

JSC revises qualifications for Magistrate recruitment

The Judicial Service Commission has decided to amend the qualifications for recruitment to the position of Magistrate in the Judicial Service. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 4:15 pm

More than 1,400 flights cancelled as US air traffic cuts enter second day

More than 1,400 flights to, from, or within the US were cancelled on Saturday after airlines were told this week to cut traffic during the federal government shutdown. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 8:13 am

Sri Lankan security team departs for Maldives to investigate drug-smuggling vessel

A special team of Sri Lankan security forces has departed for the Maldives to investigate a fishing vessel transporting drugs and its crew, who were taken into custody by Maldivian security forces. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 1:54 pm

2025 A/L exam to begin tomorrow at over 2,300 centres

The Department of Examinations (DoE) announced that all arrangements have been finalized for the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Examination, which is set to commence tomorrow (10). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 7:59 am

Drug circulation in Colombo significantly widespread than previously thought: Minister

Over 800 complaints related to drug use, sale and trafficking have been lodged through the 1818 hotline, introduced to provide information regarding drug trafficking in schools, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 9:33 pm

Sri Lanka’s reserves dip slightly in October

Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets recorded a marginal decline in October 2025 compared to the previous month, according to the latest data from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 8:56 pm

Sri Lanka’s FM explores investment opportunities with leading healthcare provider in Middle East

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, met with the top management of Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group, one of the leading healthcare providers in the Middle East. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 9:55 am

Sri Lanka reaffirms unwavering support to Palestine cause

Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath has reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s traditional and unwavering support to the Palestine cause. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 7:33 pm

Japan hit with 6.7 magnitude earthquake; tsunami warning issued

A powerful earthquake struck off the coast of northern Japan today, shaking buildings across Iwate Prefecture. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 2:57 pm

2025 A/L Exam: Strict laws to prevent examination malpractices

All necessary preparations have been completed for the conduct of the 2025 GCE Advanced Level examination, which begins tomorrow, the Department of Examinations has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 5:18 pm

Feedback on amendments to Finance Business Act accepted till Nov. 30: CBSL

The general public has been requested to provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the Finance Business Act, No. 42 of 2011. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 6:39 pm

Sri Lankan arrested in Rameswaram after traveling to India via boat

A Sri Lankan has been arrested in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu for allegedly entering India illegally, India media reports said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 5:44 pm

Man held in Puttalam with 3kg of ‘ICE’

An individual has been arrested for the possession of 3 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (‘Ice’) in Mullai Nagar, Puttalam. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 4:27 pm

‘Sarvajana Trust’ inaugurated to promote entrepreneurship and national well-being

The ‘Sarvajana Trust’, established to further the vision of setting up an entrepreneurial state and a happy nation, was inaugurated recently in Colombo. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 12:24 pm

Police foil drug operation in Maharagama, six arrested

A total of six individuals, including the main suspect have been arrested for packaging and distributing crystal methamphetamine at a house in Pannipitiya, Maharagama, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 5:57 pm

Three including two sisters arrested over heroin trafficking operation

Three individuals, a male and two females, have been arrested by the police in connection with a heroin trafficking operation. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 7:07 pm

Japan observes tiny tsunami following 6.7 magnitude quake

Japan said on Sunday (Nov 9) evening that tiny tsunami waves hit its northern Pacific coast after an offshore 6.7-magnitude earthquake. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 8:01 pm

Saudi issues commemorative stamps to mark 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Sri Lanka

Saudi Arabia has issued commemorative stamps to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 9, 2025 8:29 pm

James Watson, famous geneticist and Nobel Prize co-winner in the structure of DNA, dies at 97

James Watson, a renowned molecular biologist and one of the Nobel Prize winners for discovering the structure of DNA, died Thursday after a brief illness, according to a statement from his former employer. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 8, 2025 7:14 am

STF nab 03 suspects with large haul of heroin in Galle

The Police Special Task Force (STF) has arrested three individuals today (08) in possession of a large quantity of heroin during a raid conducted in the Seenigama area of Galle, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 8, 2025 9:27 am

US travelers scramble to adjust as airlines cut flights because of shutdown

Hundreds of flight cancellations spread across the U.S. on Friday as airlines began complying with the Federal Aviation Administration’s unprecedented order to reduce service nationwide because of the government shutdown. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 8, 2025 12:02 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

The Meteorology Department states that showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 8, 2025 7:12 am

Bail applications of Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando rejected

The Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar has ordered the rejection of bail applications filed by former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, who were convicted and sentenced to rigorous imprisonment in the “carrom board case”, as both have filed appeals against their sentences. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 8, 2025 8:58 am

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