“War heroes will always remain in our hearts,” says President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says the aspirations of war heroes who fought to liberate the country included the creation of a developed and just nation, and that the government is committed to fulfilling that vision. MORE..
- Rs. 10,000 monthly allowance for children of migrant workers in daycare centres: SLBFE
- Met. Dept. warns of rough seas, strong winds and thundershowers across Sri Lanka
- “War heroes will always remain in our hearts,” says President
- Complaint lodged with Human Rights Commission over access denial at War Heroes’ Monument
- Iran army warns it will ‘open new fronts’ against US if attacks resume
- Indian Chief of Air Staff calls on Defence Secretary
- Court questions police over delay in recording statements from sureties in Kapila Chandrasena death probe
- Vesak Dansal registration mandatory, says Health DG
- Govt. moves to fast-track legal amendments for disposal of seized narcotics at high-level meeting
- Sri Lanka and Gates Foundation hold talks on AI and digital transformation
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Sri Lanka and Gates Foundation hold talks on AI and digital transformation
A bilateral discussion was held in Singapore alongside the “Asia Tech 2026” conference, focusing on accelerating Sri Lanka’s digital transformation in partnership with the Gates Foundation. MORE..
Govt. moves to fast-track legal amendments for disposal of seized narcotics at high-level meeting
The National Steering Council of the “A Nation United” National Programme aimed at eradicating the dangerous drug menace, together with the Cabinet-appointed Committee on the prompt destruction of seized narcotic substances, convened today (19) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Vesak Dansal registration mandatory, says Health DG
Registration of dansals organised for the upcoming Vesak festival has been made mandatory, according to the Director General of Health Services, Dr. Asela Gunawardena. MORE..
Court questions police over delay in recording statements from sureties in Kapila Chandrasena death probe
The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court today (19) questioned police over the failure to record statements from two individuals who had stood as sureties for former Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines Kapila Chandrasena, whose death is being investigated under suspicious circumstances.
Indian Chief of Air Staff calls on Defence Secretary
The Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (19). MORE..
Iran army warns it will ‘open new fronts’ against US if attacks resume
Iran’s army warned on Tuesday (May 19) it would “open new fronts” against the United States if it resumes attacks, after President Donald Trump said he had held off launching a new offensive in hopes of striking a deal. MORE..
Complaint lodged with Human Rights Commission over access denial at War Heroes’ Monument
A complaint has been filed with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka over an incident in which a group was allegedly prevented from paying floral tributes at the National War Heroes’ Monument near Parliament. MORE..
Met. Dept. warns of rough seas, strong winds and thundershowers across Sri Lanka
A warning has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for rough sea conditions and strong winds over the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea regions over the next three days. MORE..
Rs. 10,000 monthly allowance for children of migrant workers in daycare centres: SLBFE
Officials of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) informed the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Women and Child Affairs that a decision has been taken to provide a monthly allowance of Rs. 10,000 for children aged between 2 and 13 years of parents employed overseas, if those children are enrolled in daycare centres. MORE..
Rupee depreciation can be managed amid expected IMF and ADB inflows: Govt.
The ongoing depreciation of the Sri Lankan rupee against the US dollar can be managed through planned financial inflows and policy measures, according to Minister Vijitha Herath. MORE..
Court temporarily lifts foreign travel ban on MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has temporarily lifted the foreign travel ban imposed on Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath Dassanayake in connection with a corruption-related case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). MORE..
Thousands ordered to evacuate as Southern California wildfire threatens homes
Thousands of people were ordered to evacuate Monday as a wind-driven wildfire threatened suburban homes in Southern California. MORE..
Suspect arrested with over 1.5 kg of ‘Ice’ in Kadawatha
A 41-year-old suspect has been arrested in possession of over one kilogram of ‘Ice’ (crystal methamphetamine) during a police raid in the Pahala Biyanwila area of Kadawatha. MORE..
Sri Lanka receives WHO recognition for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis
Sri Lanka has been awarded special recognition by the World Health Organization (WHO) for reducing mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis to a level no longer considered a public health problem. MORE..
Cabinet approves purchase of additional 15,000 MT of urea fertilizer for Yala season
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to procure 15,000 metric tonnes of urea fertilizer through Agrarian Service Committees under the Department of Agrarian Development for the 2026 Yala cultivation season. MORE..
Govt. moves to fast-track legal amendments for disposal of seized narcotics at high-level meeting
The National Steering Council of the “A Nation United” National Programme aimed at eradicating the dangerous drug menace, together with the Cabinet-appointed Committee on the prompt destruction of seized narcotic substances, convened today (19) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Vesak Dansal registration mandatory, says Health DG
Registration of dansals organised for the upcoming Vesak festival has been made mandatory, according to the Director General of Health Services, Dr. Asela Gunawardena. MORE..
Court questions police over delay in recording statements from sureties in Kapila Chandrasena death probe
The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court today (19) questioned police over the failure to record statements from two individuals who had stood as sureties for former Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines Kapila Chandrasena, whose death is being investigated under suspicious circumstances.
Indian Chief of Air Staff calls on Defence Secretary
The Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (19). MORE..
Iran army warns it will ‘open new fronts’ against US if attacks resume
Iran’s army warned on Tuesday (May 19) it would “open new fronts” against the United States if it resumes attacks, after President Donald Trump said he had held off launching a new offensive in hopes of striking a deal. MORE..
Complaint lodged with Human Rights Commission over access denial at War Heroes’ Monument
A complaint has been filed with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka over an incident in which a group was allegedly prevented from paying floral tributes at the National War Heroes’ Monument near Parliament. MORE..
Met. Dept. warns of rough seas, strong winds and thundershowers across Sri Lanka
A warning has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for rough sea conditions and strong winds over the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea regions over the next three days. MORE..
Rs. 10,000 monthly allowance for children of migrant workers in daycare centres: SLBFE
Officials of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) informed the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Women and Child Affairs that a decision has been taken to provide a monthly allowance of Rs. 10,000 for children aged between 2 and 13 years of parents employed overseas, if those children are enrolled in daycare centres. MORE..
Rupee depreciation can be managed amid expected IMF and ADB inflows: Govt.
The ongoing depreciation of the Sri Lankan rupee against the US dollar can be managed through planned financial inflows and policy measures, according to Minister Vijitha Herath. MORE..
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Technology
OpenAI defeats Elon Musk’s lawsuit, removes obstacle to IPO
A U.S. jury on Monday ruled against Elon Musk in his lawsuit against OpenAI, finding the artificial intelligence company not liable to the world’s richest person for having allegedly strayed from its original mission to benefit humanity. MORE..
Scientists dig up Southeast Asia’s largest dinosaur in Thailand
Scientists dig up Southeast Asia’s largest dinosaur in Thailand
Along a meandering river in a warm and arid region that is now Thailand roughly 113 million years ago, a plant-eating behemoth almost 90 feet (27 meters) long browsed on the treetops without much fear of predators due to its sheer size. MORE..
AI researchers achieve landmark breakthrough in Sinhala AI with publication in prestigious IEEE Access journal
AI researchers achieve landmark breakthrough in Sinhala AI with publication in prestigious IEEE Access journal
While global tech giants spend billions training artificial intelligence that still struggles in Sinhala, a Sri Lankan research team has quietly built a model that does it properly — using just two GPUs. MORE..
Meta to launch ‘Incognito Chat’ for private AI conversations on WhatsApp
Meta to launch ‘Incognito Chat’ for private AI conversations on WhatsApp
Meta Platforms is rolling out a new “Incognito Chat” feature for its artificial intelligence assistant on WhatsApp messaging service, the company said on Wednesday, as it looks to address data privacy concerns. MORE..
Entertainment
Shakira wins €55 million tax battle against Spain
A Spanish court has ordered the country’s tax authority to refund €55m (£48m, $64m) to singer Shakira after ruling that the money was improperly collected in a dispute over her taxes. MORE..
Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again
Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again
Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time on Saturday in a final overshadowed by five countries’ boycott over Gaza, claiming a dramatic victory despite another big public vote for Israel that again secured it second place. MORE..
‘Sonic 4’ wraps shooting; first look at metal sonic revealed
‘Sonic 4’ wraps shooting; first look at metal sonic revealed
Director Jeff Fowler has wrapped filming on “Sonic the Hedgehog 4.” MORE..
John Travolta surprised with Cannes award ahead of directorial debut
John Travolta surprised with Cannes award ahead of directorial debut
US screen legend John Travolta, star of hits such as “Pulp Fiction” and “Grease,” was surprised on Friday with an honorary Palme d’Or prize at the Cannes Film Festival, before the premiere of his directorial debut “Propeller One-Way Night Coach.” MORE..
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UK
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Switzerland
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Canada
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Australia
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Singapore
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UAE
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Dirham | 89.0042 |
Sports
Two-time winner Carlos Alcaraz out of Wimbledon with injury
Two-time champion Carlos Alcaraz will miss this year’s Wimbledon because of an ongoing wrist injury. MORE..
Scotland announce 26-man squad for first World Cup in 28 years
Scotland have confirmed their 26-man squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. MORE..
Neymar back in Brazil squad for fourth World Cup
Brazil superstar Neymar was handed a dramatic recall to the country’s World Cup squad on Monday, returning to the national team after a near three-year absence. MORE..
Guardiola to leave Manchester City after decade in charge – reports
Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City after a decade in charge, according to media reports, bringing to a close one of the most successful spells in Premier League history, with former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca expected to replace him. MORE..
Sri Lanka-India Test series to be played in August
The Sri Lanka-India Test series will be played in the second half of August. The exact dates for the two Tests have not yet been finalised, but Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has identified a two-week window for the matches, which are part of the current ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. MORE..
