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12 families evacuated as landslide reportedly reactivates in Udakalagama

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One fatality reported amid ongoing severe weather in Sri Lanka - DMC

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Early landslide warnings issued to residents in several districts

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Gaza flotilla activists allege abuse by Israeli forces while detained

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Gabbard resigns as Trump’s top US intelligence official

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President AKD assures country will not face another economic collapse like in 2022 (English)

President AKD assures country will not face another economic collapse like in 2022 (English)

Opposition parties convene to discuss rising economic pressure from rupee depreciation (English)

Opposition requests for an all-party conference to discuss current economic concerns (English)

Prices of imported items could rise by 25% amid rupee depreciation: CLA (English)

Govt. to prioritise rural roads, drinking water supply and waste management in next budget (English)

Govt says exchange rate fluctuations can't be controlled overnight; Opp. warns of interest rate hike (English)

President urges reduced consumption of fuel and imported goods amidst soaring US dollar (English)

Opposition pays tribute at War Heroes' Memorial in commemoration of 'National Victory Day' (English)

Health Minister highlights Sri Lanka's progress in maternal and child health at World Health Assembly (English)

President reviews UDA projects; Officials instructed to utilize all funds allocated for this year (English)

'Rupee in free fall' Government's downfall imminent – Dayasiri (English)

'Will not betray the hopes of our heroes' - President at National War Heroes' Commemoration Ceremony (English)

Sri Lanka’s 5% economic growth forecast uncertain amid global instability: CBSL Governor (English)

South-west monsoon establishing over Sri Lanka;Heavy rains, strong winds predicted for several areas

Technology

Malaysia to introduce new rules to protect youth on online platforms

Malaysia to introduce new rules to protect youth on online platforms

One in three Japan firms using or considering AI robots: Reuters poll

One in three Japan firms using or considering AI robots: Reuters poll

Google announces slew of AI advances, including a personal assistant coming soon

Google announces slew of AI advances, including a personal assistant coming soon

Samsung Elec set to face major strike on Thursday after talks with union collapse

Samsung Elec set to face major strike on Thursday after talks with union collapse

Entertainment

Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson get married in Florida

Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson get married in Florida

AI used to fake evidence that ended Korean actor’s career, say police

AI used to fake evidence that ended Korean actor’s career, say police

Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to ‘The Late Show’ in final show

Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to ‘The Late Show’ in final show

Jailed Vietnamese tycoon’s Birkin bags sell for more than $550K

Jailed Vietnamese tycoon’s Birkin bags sell for more than $550K

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  Ex-Sri Lanka Cricket selection chief seeks formal explanation over removal from post

Ex-Sri Lanka Cricket selection chief seeks formal explanation over removal from post

Pep Guardiola to leave Manchester City after 10 years in charge, club confirms

England 2026 World Cup squad confirmed: Foden and Palmer out, Toney and Stones in

Cristiano Ronaldo wins first Saudi Pro League title for Al-Nassr

Sports Minister approves new selection committee for Sri Lanka Cricket