CID launches probe into Public Security Ministry website breach
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched an inquiry following reports that the official website of the Ministry of Public Security was targeted by external parties. MORE..
- CID launches probe into Public Security Ministry website breach
- Musk’s X to open source new algorithm in seven days
- Insurance scheme launched for seed paddy production farms
- NBRO extends landslide warnings despite slight reduction in rainfall
- US warns Americans to leave Venezuela immediately as armed militias set up roadblocks
- Postal Department records Rs. 13,100 million in revenue in 2025
- Train operations to Kandy within one year - Dy Minister of Transport
- National Visual Record exhibition on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah in February
- Education reforms necessary but reconsider the process: Maha Sangha
- Heavy showers above 50 mm expected in Eastern, Uva and Sabaragamuwa provinces
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Heavy showers above 50 mm expected in Eastern, Uva and Sabaragamuwa provinces
Showers have been predicted in the Northern, North-central, Uva, Eastern and Central provinces and the Hambantota district tomorrow (12). MORE..
Education reforms necessary but reconsider the process: Maha Sangha
Although there is a need for educational reforms in schools, the process in which the present administration is carrying them out is not acceptable, Senior Professor Venerable Pathegama Gnanissara Thero noted. MORE..
National Visual Record exhibition on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah in February
The government is preparing a National Visual Record on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah on Sri Lanka and the subsequent recovery and reconstruction process with the President’s Media Division taking the lead role in collaboration with the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat. MORE..
Train operations to Kandy within one year - Dy Minister of Transport
All efforts are being taken to resume train operations to Kandy within one year, according to Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Prasanna Gunasena. MORE..
Postal Department records Rs. 13,100 million in revenue in 2025
The Sri Lanka Postal Department has exceeded the revenue target set by the Treasury for last year, the department noted. MORE..
US warns Americans to leave Venezuela immediately as armed militias set up roadblocks
The U.S. government issued a new security alert Saturday urging Americans in Venezuela to leave the country immediately, citing security concerns and the U.S. government’s inability to provide emergency assistance, according to the U.S. Embassy Caracas. MORE..
NBRO extends landslide warnings despite slight reduction in rainfall
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has decided to further extend landslide warnings despite a slight reduction in rainfall, according to Dr. Wasantha Senadheera, Senior Geologist at the NBRO. MORE..
Insurance scheme launched for seed paddy production farms
The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board says the project to provide coverage for paddy cultivation in seed paddy production farms, has been launched enabling farmers to successfully manage their farms amid prevailing risk conditions. MORE..
Minister announces plans to strengthen domestic aviation to boost tourism
Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Anura Karunathilake says a programme will be implemented to strengthen Sri Lanka’s domestic aviation sector in order to support the development of the tourism industry. MORE..
Death toll from Iran protest violence ‘reaches 116’
The death toll from violence surrounding nationwide protests challenging Iran’s leadership has reached at least 116 people, activists say. MORE..
Minister instructs restoration of damaged elephant fences within a week
A progress review meeting on the restoration of elephant fences damaged by the Cyclone Ditwah has been held yesterday (10) under the patronage of Minister of Environment Dr. Dammika Patabendi. MORE..
Over 1500 awareness programs conducted by CAA in 2025
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) says it has conducted a total of 1,540 consumer awareness programs during the year 2025. MORE..
Civil Aviation Authority to introduce proper regulatory framework for drones
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) says that a proper regulatory framework will be introduced to regulate the use of drones. MORE..
Nobel Institute says Peace Prize cannot be transferred after Machado suggestion
The Norwegian Nobel Institute said the Nobel Peace Prize cannot be transferred, shared, or revoked, following remarks by Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado suggesting she might give her 2025 award to U.S. President Donald Trump. MORE..
Two including 16-year old electrocuted to death in separate incidents
Two individuals, including a 16-year-old boy, have reportedly died after being electrocuted in separate incidents reported from the Kuchchaveli and Rasnayakapura Police areas. MORE..
Education reforms necessary but reconsider the process: Maha Sangha
Although there is a need for educational reforms in schools, the process in which the present administration is carrying them out is not acceptable, Senior Professor Venerable Pathegama Gnanissara Thero noted. MORE..
National Visual Record exhibition on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah in February
The government is preparing a National Visual Record on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah on Sri Lanka and the subsequent recovery and reconstruction process with the President’s Media Division taking the lead role in collaboration with the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat. MORE..
Train operations to Kandy within one year - Dy Minister of Transport
All efforts are being taken to resume train operations to Kandy within one year, according to Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Prasanna Gunasena. MORE..
Postal Department records Rs. 13,100 million in revenue in 2025
The Sri Lanka Postal Department has exceeded the revenue target set by the Treasury for last year, the department noted. MORE..
US warns Americans to leave Venezuela immediately as armed militias set up roadblocks
The U.S. government issued a new security alert Saturday urging Americans in Venezuela to leave the country immediately, citing security concerns and the U.S. government’s inability to provide emergency assistance, according to the U.S. Embassy Caracas. MORE..
NBRO extends landslide warnings despite slight reduction in rainfall
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has decided to further extend landslide warnings despite a slight reduction in rainfall, according to Dr. Wasantha Senadheera, Senior Geologist at the NBRO. MORE..
Insurance scheme launched for seed paddy production farms
The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board says the project to provide coverage for paddy cultivation in seed paddy production farms, has been launched enabling farmers to successfully manage their farms amid prevailing risk conditions. MORE..
Minister announces plans to strengthen domestic aviation to boost tourism
Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Anura Karunathilake says a programme will be implemented to strengthen Sri Lanka’s domestic aviation sector in order to support the development of the tourism industry. MORE..
Death toll from Iran protest violence ‘reaches 116’
The death toll from violence surrounding nationwide protests challenging Iran’s leadership has reached at least 116 people, activists say. MORE..
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Technology
Musk’s X to open source new algorithm in seven days
Elon Musk said on Saturday that social media platform X will open to the public its new algorithm, including all code for organic and advertising post recommendations, in seven days. MORE..
US ‘Doomsday Plane’ makes rare appearance in 51 years amid global tensions
US ‘Doomsday Plane’ makes rare appearance in 51 years amid global tensions
The US military’s highly classified “Doomsday Plane” – a Cold War–era airborne command centre built to withstand nuclear war – made an unusually public appearance this week, sparking widespread speculation at a time of escalating geopolitical strain. MORE..
Astronaut’s ‘serious medical condition’ forces Nasa to end space station mission early
Astronaut’s ‘serious medical condition’ forces Nasa to end space station mission early
Nasa has said it will return a four-person crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS), cutting short their mission a month early because of a “serious medical condition” affecting one of the astronauts. MORE..
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to review your medical records
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to review your medical records
OpenAI has launched a new ChatGPT feature in the US which can analyse people’s medical records to give them better answers, but campaigners warn it raises privacy concerns. MORE..
Entertainment
Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder and rhythm guitarist, dead at 78
Veteran rock musician Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist who helped guide the legendary jam band through decades of change and success, has died at age 78, according to a statement posted to his verified Instagram account on Saturday. MORE..
‘High School Musical 3’ actor Matt Prokop arrested on alleged child pornography charges
‘High School Musical 3’ actor Matt Prokop arrested on alleged child pornography charges
Former teen actor Matt Prokop has been arrested in Texas and is currently being held without bail following multiple charges, including alleged possession of child pornography. MORE..
Rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman sells for $15 million
Rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman sells for $15 million
A rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman and also was once stolen from the home of actor Nicolas Cage has been sold for a record $15 million. MORE..
Sri Lanka ranked most affordable place to live or retire in 2026
Sri Lanka ranked most affordable place to live or retire in 2026
International Living magazine has identified the five most affordable places to live or retire in 2026, which scored the highest in the cost-of-living category of its 2026 Global Retirement Index. MORE..
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Europe
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Canada
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Qatar
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Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.5893 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.3230 |
Sports
Bangladesh players act normal despite controversies, says Shanto
Bangladesh players are often forced to mask the impact of controversies in the build-up to and at major tournaments, despite how the external noise affects them, test captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said. MORE..
Pakistan, Sri Lanka second T20I abandoned due to rain
The second T20I of the three-match series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka has been called off due to rain here at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. MORE..
PSG clinch French Super Cup after shootout win over Marseille
Goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier was the hero as Paris St Germain clinched their fourth consecutive French Super Cup title, beating rivals Olympique de Marseille 4-1 in a penalty shootout after a dramatic 2-2 draw in Kuwait on Thursday. MORE..
Australia completes 4-1 Ashes triumph after nervy Sydney win
Australia had a few nervous moments but safely chased down their 160-run victory target before tea on the final day of the fifth Ashes test on Thursday for a five-wicket victory and a 4-1 series triumph. MORE..
We want to play T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka - Bangladesh’s sports advisor
Bangladesh’s sports advisor Asif Nazrul has doubled down on the BCB’s request to the ICC to move their T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka due to security concerns. He said the BCB would attempt to convince the ICC of the gravity of the issue, which related to player safety and “Bangladesh’s dignity.” MORE..
