Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Showers will occur at times in Northern, Eastern and Uva provinces and in Matale, Nuwara-Eliya and Polonnaruwa districts, today (30), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
- US offered Ukraine 15-year security guarantee, Zelensky says
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- Ride-hailing app drivers lodge complaint with Human Rights Commission
- Strong opposition from Sangha Council to education reforms
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- Trump warns Iran of possible strike, urges Hamas to disarm after meeting Netanyahu
- Beyonce declared a billionaire by Forbes magazine
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Two generators at Norochcholai power plant under repair
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said that two generators at the Lakvijaya Coal Power Plant in Norochcholai are currently out of service due to repair work.
Special traffic and security plan in Colombo for New Year 2026 celebrations
Sri Lanka Police state that a large number of people and vehicles are expected to arrive in Colombo from outlying areas to celebrate the New Year 2026 tomorrow (31), particularly around the Galle Face Green area. MORE..
Bangladesh’s first female prime minister, Khaleda Zia, dies at 80
Bangladesh’s first female prime minister, Khaleda Zia, died after a prolonged illness, her opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party said on Tuesday. MORE..
Trump warns Iran of possible strike, urges Hamas to disarm after meeting Netanyahu
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States could support another major strike on Iran were it to resume rebuilding its ballistic missile or nuclear weapons programs and warned Hamas of severe consequences if it does not disarm. MORE..
Strong opposition from Sangha Council to education reforms
The implementation of the proposed new education reforms would destroy both the country’s future generations and the current government, Venerable Induragare Dhammaratana Thero stated. MORE..
Ride-hailing app drivers lodge complaint with Human Rights Commission
Taxi drivers using ride-hailing apps have lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) today (29) against the injustices they face. MORE..
NBRO issues advisory on weather forecast for next few days
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has requested the public to remain alert to landslide early warnings. MORE..
US offered Ukraine 15-year security guarantee, Zelensky says
The US has offered Ukraine security guarantees for 15 years, Volodymyr Zelensky has said, during talks on a revised peace plan with Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday. MORE..
Look at Sri Lanka with an open mind, Namal tells South Indian politicians
The central government of India is working tremendously to uplift the economy of Sri Lanka, Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa stated. MORE..
List of 25 best films of Sinhala cinema revealed
The list of the 25 best films of Sinhala cinema over the past 75 years (1947–2022), has been released. MORE..
Govt seeks support from China to install EV charging stations across Sri Lanka
The support of the government of China has been sought to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Sri Lanka. MORE..
Minister has authority to revoke licenses of TV channels if conditions are not met, asserts Nalinda
The licenses granted by the Ministry of Mass Media to television channels are conditional and if a channel violates these conditions at any point, the Subject Minister has the authority to revoke the license, the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. MORE..
Group Captain Nalin Wewakumbura named new media spokesperson of Sri Lanka Air Force
Group Captain Nalin Wewakumbura has been appointed as the new media spokesperson of the Sri Lanka Air Force. MORE..
President Putin bans enforcement of foreign court decisions in Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a new law banning the enforcement in Russia of rulings issued by foreign and international courts, local media reported on Monday. MORE..
Bomb scare at two more Divisional Secretariats in Kandy: No suspicious items found
A message claiming that a bomb was inside the storeroom of the Pasbage Korale Divisional Secretariat in Nawalapitiya was received today (29) via the office’s email creating panic among its employees. MORE..
Special traffic and security plan in Colombo for New Year 2026 celebrations
Sri Lanka Police state that a large number of people and vehicles are expected to arrive in Colombo from outlying areas to celebrate the New Year 2026 tomorrow (31), particularly around the Galle Face Green area. MORE..
Bangladesh’s first female prime minister, Khaleda Zia, dies at 80
Bangladesh’s first female prime minister, Khaleda Zia, died after a prolonged illness, her opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party said on Tuesday. MORE..
Trump warns Iran of possible strike, urges Hamas to disarm after meeting Netanyahu
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States could support another major strike on Iran were it to resume rebuilding its ballistic missile or nuclear weapons programs and warned Hamas of severe consequences if it does not disarm. MORE..
Strong opposition from Sangha Council to education reforms
The implementation of the proposed new education reforms would destroy both the country’s future generations and the current government, Venerable Induragare Dhammaratana Thero stated. MORE..
Ride-hailing app drivers lodge complaint with Human Rights Commission
Taxi drivers using ride-hailing apps have lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) today (29) against the injustices they face. MORE..
NBRO issues advisory on weather forecast for next few days
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has requested the public to remain alert to landslide early warnings. MORE..
US offered Ukraine 15-year security guarantee, Zelensky says
The US has offered Ukraine security guarantees for 15 years, Volodymyr Zelensky has said, during talks on a revised peace plan with Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday. MORE..
Look at Sri Lanka with an open mind, Namal tells South Indian politicians
The central government of India is working tremendously to uplift the economy of Sri Lanka, Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa stated. MORE..
List of 25 best films of Sinhala cinema revealed
The list of the 25 best films of Sinhala cinema over the past 75 years (1947–2022), has been released. MORE..
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Bottled water drinkers ingest 90,000 more microplastic particles each year, study finds
Daily consumers of bottled water ingest over 90,000 more microplastic particles than people who drink tap water, according to a new review of research that calls for urgent regulatory measures to manage the risks. MORE..
Amazon halts plans for drone delivery in Italy
Amazon halts plans for drone delivery in Italy
Amazon said on Sunday it has decided not to pursue plans to deliver goods by drone in Italy, saying that while it had made good progress with aerospace regulators, broader business regulatory issues did not support the project. MORE..
China issues drafts rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction
China issues drafts rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction
China’s cyber regulator on Saturday issued draft rules for public comment that would tighten oversight of artificial intelligence services designed to simulate human personalities and engage users in emotional interaction. MORE..
Google might finally allow Gmail users to change email addresses: Here’s how
Google might finally allow Gmail users to change email addresses: Here’s how
Google is preparing a change that could finally address a long-standing issue for Gmail users - having to live with an old email address forever. MORE..
Entertainment
Beyonce declared a billionaire by Forbes magazine
US singer Beyonce is now a billionaire, Forbes magazine said Monday (Dec 29), becoming only the fifth musician to achieve such a milestone. MORE..
‘I gave up cinema to stand up for my fans’: Actor Vijay
‘I gave up cinema to stand up for my fans’: Actor Vijay
Actor-politician Vijay’s “Thalapathy Thiruvizha” in Malaysia was far more than a standard movie promotional event; it felt like a monumental farewell, marking the end of one era and the loud, unmistakable beginning of another. MORE..
French cinema legend Brigitte Bardot dies at 91
French cinema legend Brigitte Bardot dies at 91
French film legend Brigitte Bardot has died at 91, her foundation said Sunday. MORE..
‘Jana Nayagan’ Audio Launch: Vijay gets emotional at his final film-related event
‘Jana Nayagan’ Audio Launch: Vijay gets emotional at his final film-related event
The grand audio launch of Vijay’s upcoming film Jana Nayagan will be held at the National Stadium Bukit Jalil in Malaysia today. MORE..
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Sports
Heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash, with two others dead
Nigerian authorities say British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has been involved in a car crash on the Ogun–Lagos state expressway. MORE..
Melbourne Ashes pitch rated ‘unsatisfactory’ by ICC
The pitch from the two-day Ashes Test in Melbourne has been rated as “unsatisfactory” by the International Cricket Council (ICC). MORE..
Cristiano Ronaldo will not retire until he scores 1,000 goals
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo says he will not end his playing career until he scores his 1,000th career goal. MORE..
Former Black Caps all-rounder retires from cricket aged 35
Former New Zealand all-rounder Doug Bracewell has announced his retirements from all forms of cricket. MORE..
Cristiano Ronaldo, Ousmane Dembele, Lamine Yamal: All the winners at Globe Soccer awards
Cristiano Ronaldo’s enduring influence and Ousmane Dembele’s breakout year shared the spotlight as the Globe Soccer Awards 2025 unfolded in Dubai, celebrating the standout performers of the global game. MORE..
