Excessive commercialization has overshadowed core values associated with Christmas – Cardinal
The commercial economy has gradually transformed Christmas into yet another occasion focused on financial gain, rather than its true spiritual meaning, the Archbishop of Colombo His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith has stated. MORE..
- Hikkaduwa UC budget defeated for the third time
- Health Minister chairs discussion on expanding drug quality testing mechanism
- National Safety Day observance at Peraliya Tsunami Memorial tomorrow
- Sri Lanka Aviation Unit rescues two injured UN personnel in CASEVAC mission
- Excessive commercialization has overshadowed core values associated with Christmas – Cardinal
- Reckless driver defying police orders crashes vehicle in Jaffna
- China says it hopes firms seek lawful, balanced solutions over TikTok deal
- Police seize more than 2,300 firearms, over 23,000 kg of narcotics so far this year
- India tests K-4 missile, with 3,500-km range, from nuclear-powered submarine
- At least 30 injured in bus–tipper truck collision in Handapangodella
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At least 30 injured in bus–tipper truck collision in Handapangodella
At least 30 individuals have been hospitalized following a head-on collision between a tipper truck and a private bus on the Dikwella–Beliatta Road in the Handapangodella area, police said. MORE..
India tests K-4 missile, with 3,500-km range, from nuclear-powered submarine
In a big flex of its nuclear capabilities, India has tested an intermediate-range ballistic missile launched from a nuclear-capable submarine. MORE..
Police seize more than 2,300 firearms, over 23,000 kg of narcotics so far this year
Sri Lanka Police have seized a total of 2,341 firearms during special search and raid operations conducted island-wide since 01 January 2025. MORE..
Reckless driver defying police orders crashes vehicle in Jaffna
The driver of a car that failed to comply with police orders was involved in an accident while being pursued by police near the Mooththanainaar Kovil in Jaffna. MORE..
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Sri Lanka Aviation Unit rescues two injured UN personnel in CASEVAC mission
The Sri Lanka Aviation Unit operating under the United Nations (UN) mandate in the Central African Republic (CAR) has successfully carried out a critical Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) mission on 15 December 2025, under extremely hostile and volatile conditions. MORE..
National Safety Day observance at Peraliya Tsunami Memorial tomorrow
The main national commemoration of National Safety Day is scheduled to be held tomorrow (26) from 8.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. at the Peraliya Tsunami Memorial in Galle. MORE..
Health Minister chairs discussion on expanding drug quality testing mechanism
A special discussion was held under the patronage of the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, focusing on expanding and strengthening the process of maintaining drug quality standards. MORE..
Hikkaduwa UC budget defeated for the third time
The budget of the Hikkaduwa Urban Council, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated for the third time. MORE..
Christmas is a time to reflect on teaching of Jesus on love and forgiveness –Dilith
The noble qualities revealed by Jesus Christ should guide both our personal lives and our collective national life which have contributed to the progress of human society, the leader of the Sarvajana Balaya, Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera stated in his Christmas Day message. MORE..
Public urged to help those affected by recent calamities during festive period
It is appropriate to celebrate this year’s Christmas differently than usual, by helping those affected by recent calamities, said Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiri chapters. MORE..
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King Charles III picks Westminster Abbey as the site of his Christmas Day broadcast
King Charles III has chosen Westminster Abbey as the site of his Christmas Day speech on Thursday, reflecting the idea of pilgrimage that is expected to be a theme of the annual address to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. MORE..
14 people hospitalized after bus overturns in Serunuwara
A total of 14 individuals have sustained injuries after a bus veered off the road and overturned in Serunuwara this morning (25), police stated. MORE..
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Nearly 30,000 individuals subjected to inspection during police operation
A total of 597 individuals have been arrested on suspicion of being involved in criminal activities and also over illicit liquor and drug-related offenses during a special island-wide operation conducted yesterday (24). MORE..
Special access to visit inmates on Christmas Day – Prison Commissioner
Inmates in all prisons across the island have been granted a special opportunity to meet visitors today (25) in view of Christmas Day, prison authorities said. MORE..
17 feared dead after bus catches fire in India’s Karnataka
A horrific road accident on National Highway-48 in Chitradurga in India’s Karnataka has left at least 17 people feared dead after a private sleeper coach bus caught fire following a collision with a lorry. MORE..
India tests K-4 missile, with 3,500-km range, from nuclear-powered submarine
In a big flex of its nuclear capabilities, India has tested an intermediate-range ballistic missile launched from a nuclear-capable submarine. MORE..
Police seize more than 2,300 firearms, over 23,000 kg of narcotics so far this year
Sri Lanka Police have seized a total of 2,341 firearms during special search and raid operations conducted island-wide since 01 January 2025. MORE..
Reckless driver defying police orders crashes vehicle in Jaffna
The driver of a car that failed to comply with police orders was involved in an accident while being pursued by police near the Mooththanainaar Kovil in Jaffna. MORE..
Sri Lanka Aviation Unit rescues two injured UN personnel in CASEVAC mission
The Sri Lanka Aviation Unit operating under the United Nations (UN) mandate in the Central African Republic (CAR) has successfully carried out a critical Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) mission on 15 December 2025, under extremely hostile and volatile conditions. MORE..
National Safety Day observance at Peraliya Tsunami Memorial tomorrow
The main national commemoration of National Safety Day is scheduled to be held tomorrow (26) from 8.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. at the Peraliya Tsunami Memorial in Galle. MORE..
Health Minister chairs discussion on expanding drug quality testing mechanism
A special discussion was held under the patronage of the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, focusing on expanding and strengthening the process of maintaining drug quality standards. MORE..
Hikkaduwa UC budget defeated for the third time
The budget of the Hikkaduwa Urban Council, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated for the third time. MORE..
Christmas is a time to reflect on teaching of Jesus on love and forgiveness –Dilith
The noble qualities revealed by Jesus Christ should guide both our personal lives and our collective national life which have contributed to the progress of human society, the leader of the Sarvajana Balaya, Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera stated in his Christmas Day message. MORE..
Public urged to help those affected by recent calamities during festive period
It is appropriate to celebrate this year’s Christmas differently than usual, by helping those affected by recent calamities, said Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiri chapters. MORE..
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Technology
China says it hopes firms seek lawful, balanced solutions over TikTok deal
The Chinese government would like to see companies reach solutions that comply with Chinese laws and regulations and balance the interests of all parties, a commerce ministry spokesperson said on Thursday when asked about the hand-over of TikTok’s U.S. operations. MORE..
Amazon Web Services servers crash on Christmas, several websites down
Amazon Web Services servers crash on Christmas, several websites down
Several reports claim that the Amazon Web Services servers have crashed on the intervening night of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. MORE..
Boxing Day sales set to be biggest on record this year
Boxing Day sales set to be biggest on record this year
Australians are forecast to spend $1.6bn in the sales on Boxing Day as the consumer regulator warns shoppers that even major retailers use deceptive sales tactics. MORE..
Russia plans a nuclear power plant on the moon within a decade
Russia plans a nuclear power plant on the moon within a decade
Russia plans to put a nuclear power plant on the moon in the next decade to supply its lunar space programme and a joint Russian-Chinese research station as major powers rush to explore the earth’s only natural satellite. MORE..
Entertainment
NORAD tracks Santa’s Yuletide sleigh ride for 70th year
Santa Claus drove his reindeer-powered sleigh over rooftops around the world on Wednesday, delivering gifts to millions of children in a magic Christmas Eve ritual that North American air defense officials say they began tracking 70 years ago. MORE..
Friends and The Middle actor Pat Finn dies aged 60
Friends and The Middle actor Pat Finn dies aged 60
US actor Pat Finn, who appeared in popular TV shows including Friends, Seinfeld and The Middle, has died aged 60. MORE..
Call of Duty co-creator Vince Zampella dies in California car crash
Call of Duty co-creator Vince Zampella dies in California car crash
Vince Zampella, who co-created the widely popular video game series Call of Duty, has died in a car crash in California, aged 55. MORE..
Ellison offers $40.4 billion guarantee to beef up Paramount’s Warner Bros bid
Ellison offers $40.4 billion guarantee to beef up Paramount’s Warner Bros bid
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison has stepped in to personally guarantee $40.4 billion in Paramount Skydance’s latest effort to pry Warner Bros Discovery away from selling its prized Hollywood assets to streaming giant Netflix. MORE..
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Sports
England captain calls for empathy for players after Ashes criticism
Ben Stokes admitted he is going through his “toughest time” as England captain as he called for “empathy” towards this team-mates. MORE..
Sri Lanka to host Asia Rugby U-19 Championship in 2026
Sri Lanka is scheduled to host the Asia Rugby U-19 Championship next year. MORE..
Indonesia bowler enters record books, surpassing Malinga’s four-wicket over
Indonesia’s Gede Priandana has etched his name into cricket history. The 28-year-old pacer became the first bowler ever to take five wickets in a single over in a T20 International, achieving the remarkable feat against Cambodia in Bali. MORE..
Napoli beat Bologna to lift Italian Super Cup
Napoli won the Italian Super Cup on Monday as David Neres scored twice to secure the reigning Serie A champions a 2-0 win over Bologna in the final in Jeddah. MORE..
Pakistan wins U19 Asia Cup beating India by 191 runs
Pakistan defeated India by 191 runs to win the 50-over men’s U19 Asia Cup final at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai on Sunday. MORE..
