Steps taken for national unity will not be reversed – President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised the need for a country in which Sinhalese, Tamil and Muslim communities live together in harmony and brotherhood and reaffirmed that the strong steps taken towards national unity will not, under any circumstances, be reversed. MORE..
- Welikada inmate dies after escape attempt, probe underway
- PM Narendra Modi calls Bengal election verdict ‘unprecedented, historic’
- Citizenship of Finance Ministry Secretary under scrutiny
- UAE reports large fire at oil port after drone attack from Iran
- Letters of appointment handed over to members of Sri Lanka Cricket Transformation Committee
- Explosion rocks South Korean ship at Strait of Hormuz, officials say
- Three Indian nationals injured in Fujairah drone attack
- UAE suspends Dubai, Sharjah flights after Iranian ‘drone strikes’
- US and Iranian militaries trade shots as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
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US and Iranian militaries trade shots as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
The US military “blew up” six small Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday after Iran launched “multiple cruise missiles, drones and small boats” at US Navy ships and at commercial ships being “protected” by the US military, US Central Command chief Adm. Bradley Cooper told reporters. MORE..
UAE suspends Dubai, Sharjah flights after Iranian ‘drone strikes’
Flights at major UAE hubs, including Dubai International Airport and Sharjah International Airport, were temporarily suspended following reports of a drone attack in the emirate of Fujairah, according to Iranian state media FARS News Agency. MORE..
Three Indian nationals injured in Fujairah drone attack
Three Indian nationals were injured in a drone attack on the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ), authorities said on Monday, as emergency teams continued efforts to contain a fire triggered by the incident. MORE..
Explosion rocks South Korean ship at Strait of Hormuz, officials say
An explosion and fire occurred Monday on a South Korean-linked vessel at the Strait the Hormuz, according to spokesperson from the South Korean Foreign Ministry. MORE..
Letters of appointment handed over to members of Sri Lanka Cricket Transformation Committee
The official appointment letters for the members of the newly established “Cricket Transformation Committee” (CTC) were handed over today (04) by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon. Sunil Kumara Gamage.
UAE reports large fire at oil port after drone attack from Iran
The United Arab Emirates on Monday sent out an alert for potential missile threats throughout the country, the first in just under a month when the United States and Iran agreed to a ceasefire. MORE..
Citizenship of Finance Ministry Secretary under scrutiny
A letter containing five questions has been submitted by the “Dinana Dakuna” organization, raising concerns over the citizenship status of Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance. MORE..
PM Narendra Modi calls Bengal election verdict ‘unprecedented, historic’
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Nitin Nabin addressed the nation to celebrate a landmark electoral performance, following the declaration of results earlier today. MORE..
Welikada inmate dies after escape attempt, probe underway
A prison inmate serving a sentence at Welikada Prison has died after being hospitalised following an incident linked to an attempted escape. MORE..
UAE accuses Iran of attacking ADNOC oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates on Monday accused Iran of attacking an empty crude oil tanker belonging to the Abu Dhabi state oil firm ADNOC with drones as it attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
PM Harini, Maldivian President Muizzu hold talks to improve bilateral ties
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and visiting President of the Maldives Dr. Mohamed Muizzu have held cordial discussions in Colombo today. MORE..
Kuwaiti crude oil exports fell to zero in April, with Hormuz effectively shut
Kuwaiti crude oil exports tumbled from more than one million barrels a day to zero in April, according to Iranian media, marking the “first such disruption” since the end of the Gulf War in 1991. MORE..
Russian Health Minister pledges support to strengthen Sri Lanka’s health system
Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa and visiting Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko held talks in Colombo on strengthening Sri Lanka’s primary healthcare system and expanding the use of modern technology, including artificial intelligence in the health sector. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin defeated in Assembly Election
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Monday (May 4, 2026) was defeated in his Kolathur Assembly constituency, a seat he had represented thrice since 2011. He is the fourth sitting Chief Minister in Tamil Nadu to lose an Assembly election. MORE..
Sri Lanka sees surge in alcohol production and consumption
Statistics indicate that alcohol consumption in Sri Lanka is on the rise, according to the Alcohol and Drug Information Centre. MORE..
UAE suspends Dubai, Sharjah flights after Iranian ‘drone strikes’
Flights at major UAE hubs, including Dubai International Airport and Sharjah International Airport, were temporarily suspended following reports of a drone attack in the emirate of Fujairah, according to Iranian state media FARS News Agency. MORE..
Three Indian nationals injured in Fujairah drone attack
Three Indian nationals were injured in a drone attack on the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ), authorities said on Monday, as emergency teams continued efforts to contain a fire triggered by the incident. MORE..
Explosion rocks South Korean ship at Strait of Hormuz, officials say
An explosion and fire occurred Monday on a South Korean-linked vessel at the Strait the Hormuz, according to spokesperson from the South Korean Foreign Ministry. MORE..
Letters of appointment handed over to members of Sri Lanka Cricket Transformation Committee
The official appointment letters for the members of the newly established “Cricket Transformation Committee” (CTC) were handed over today (04) by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon. Sunil Kumara Gamage.
UAE reports large fire at oil port after drone attack from Iran
The United Arab Emirates on Monday sent out an alert for potential missile threats throughout the country, the first in just under a month when the United States and Iran agreed to a ceasefire. MORE..
Citizenship of Finance Ministry Secretary under scrutiny
A letter containing five questions has been submitted by the “Dinana Dakuna” organization, raising concerns over the citizenship status of Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance. MORE..
PM Narendra Modi calls Bengal election verdict ‘unprecedented, historic’
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Nitin Nabin addressed the nation to celebrate a landmark electoral performance, following the declaration of results earlier today. MORE..
Welikada inmate dies after escape attempt, probe underway
A prison inmate serving a sentence at Welikada Prison has died after being hospitalised following an incident linked to an attempted escape. MORE..
UAE accuses Iran of attacking ADNOC oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates on Monday accused Iran of attacking an empty crude oil tanker belonging to the Abu Dhabi state oil firm ADNOC with drones as it attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
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Technology
India emerging as next major growth market for Swiss watchmakers
Swiss luxury watch brands are opening new retail centres, forging new partnerships and setting ambitious growth targets in India as demand rises among the country’s affluent consumers. MORE..
Apple says iPhone 17 ‘most popular ever’ as sales soar
Apple says iPhone 17 ‘most popular ever’ as sales soar
Apple has seen demand for its iPhone reach new heights with sales growth in China outpacing all other regions. MORE..
Researchers find moringa seeds remove 98.5% of PVC microplastic from drinking water
Researchers find moringa seeds remove 98.5% of PVC microplastic from drinking water
The moringa tree, known as the ‘‘miracle tree’’, is one of the most nutrient-dense plants on the planet and is prized for its healing qualities. MORE..
EU urges fast rollout of age-verification app to protect minors online
EU urges fast rollout of age-verification app to protect minors online
The European Commission on Wednesday urged member states to quickly adopt its new age verification app to protect minors from harmful content online, and to make sure the technology is available everywhere before the end of the year. MORE..
Entertainment
Shakira thrills a crowd of 2 million with free concert on Brazil’s Copacabana beach
Colombian superstar Shakira gave a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night, an event that the city’s mayor said drew 2 million people to one of the world’s most iconic waterfronts. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Brief Garden featured in New York Times Style Magazine
Sri Lanka’s Brief Garden featured in New York Times Style Magazine
Brief Garden in Beruwala has been featured in The New York Times Style Magazine’s latest feature titled “Nine Artists on the Gardens They’ll Never Forget.” MORE..
AI actors and writers will be ineligible for Oscars
AI actors and writers will be ineligible for Oscars
Academy Awards organizers issued new rules on Friday to clarify that acting and writing must be performed by humans and not artificial intelligence to be eligible for the movie industry’s highest honors. MORE..
Netflix to give Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ wide theatrical release, marking a first
Netflix to give Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ wide theatrical release, marking a first
Netflix on Friday said it would put filmmaker Greta Gerwig’s “Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew” movie in wide theatrical release next year, where it will play exclusively for more than 45 days - a first for the streaming service. MORE..
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Sports
Inter Milan win Italian title for third time in six seasons
Inter Milan won their third Serie A title in six seasons on Sunday thanks to a 2-0 victory over Parma that ignited the celebrations at a jubilant San Siro and across the city. MORE..
Former Man United manager Ferguson taken to hospital after health scare at Old Trafford
Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has been taken to hospital after feeling unwell ahead of Sunday’s Premier League match between United and Liverpool, media reported. MORE..
Lakshmi Mittal, Poonawalla-led group to buy IPL franchise Rajasthan for $1.65 billion
A consortium led by steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal and vaccine tycoon Adar Poonawalla has agreed to acquire Indian Premier League franchise Rajasthan Royals in a deal valuing the team at $1.65 billion, a statement said. MORE..
New Zealanders defeat Sri Lanka Tuskers in Kandy to retain Graham Henry Trophy
The visiting New Zealand Under 85kg Rugby team defeated Sri Lanka Tuskers 25 (3T, 2C, 2P) -10 (1 T, 1C, 1 P) in the second and final game of the two-match series at the Nittawela Rugby Stadium in Kandy this evening (03) to retain the Sir Graham Henry Trophy. MORE..
Sri Lanka to tour West Indies for full series next month
The Sri Lanka National Men’s Cricket team is scheduled to tour the West Indies for a full series next month, Sri Lanka Cricket has announced. MORE..
