Commissioner General of Motor Traffic arrested by CID
The Commissioner General of Motor Traffic, Kamal Amarasinghe, has been arrested by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID). MORE..
- Fuel delivery to be restored following CPC agreement on transport charges
- AG not representing Speaker in case over ex-Deputy Sec-Gen of Parliament’s suspension
- Taylor Swift and ‘Showgirl’ dominate iHeartRadio Music Awards
- ‘Defence shall persist as long as it is needed’, Iranian FM Araghchi at UN
- IDF issues immediate evacuation warning in Arak, central Iran
- Iran-linked hackers claim breach of FBI director’s personal email; DOJ official confirms break-in
- Karapitiya Hospital to implement smart token OPD system, plans future upgrade to QR technology
- UNDP donates two modern mobile mercury analyzers to CAA
- Iran says two nuclear facilities attacked
- Commissioner General of Motor Traffic arrested by CID
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Iran says two nuclear facilities attacked
Two nuclear-related facilities have been attacked in Iran, but there has been no release of radioactive material, Iranian state media says. MORE..
UNDP donates two modern mobile mercury analyzers to CAA
In order to ensure consumer safety, two modern mobile mercury analyzers worth Rs. 1.8 million have been donated to the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) under the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). MORE..
Karapitiya Hospital to implement smart token OPD system, plans future upgrade to QR technology
The new digitalization program introduced at the Outpatient Department (OPD) of the Karapitiya National Hospital, Galle came under the special inspection of Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni, today (27). MORE..
Iran-linked hackers claim breach of FBI director’s personal email; DOJ official confirms break-in
Iran-linked hackers have publicly claimed the breach of FBI Director Kash Patel’s personal inbox, publishing photographs of the director and his purported resume to the internet. MORE..
IDF issues immediate evacuation warning in Arak, central Iran
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has issued an urgent warning to people in parts of Arak, the capital of the Markazi province in central Iran. MORE..
‘Defence shall persist as long as it is needed’, Iranian FM Araghchi at UN
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday slammed the United States and Israel for the attacks on civilian infrastructure in Iran, most notably the Minab Elementary Girls’ school which killed over 160 people. MORE..
AG not representing Speaker in case over ex-Deputy Sec-Gen of Parliament’s suspension
The Attorney General has not represented the Speaker, who is named as a respondent in the petition filed challenging the suspension of former Deputy Secretary General of Parliament Chaminda Kularatne, while President’s Counsel K. Kanag-Isvaran today (27) appeared before the Court of Appeal on behalf of the Speaker. MORE..
Fuel delivery to be restored following CPC agreement on transport charges
Fuel delivery will be restored from tomorrow (28), following the agreement by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) to increase intercity fuel transportation charges by 25%, the Fuel Transporter Bowser Owners’ Association said.
38,000MT of diesel and petrol to arrive from India tomorrow
A combined shipment of 38,000 metric tons of diesel and petrol is scheduled to arrive at the Colombo Harbour from India tomorrow (29), the Indian High Commission confirmed. MORE..
Suspect arrested with heroin, ‘Ice’ and cocaine worth over Rs. 50 mln
A suspect has been arrested in the Sapugaskanda area for the possession of a large consignment of narcotics valued at over Rs. 50 million. MORE..
Woman abducted and thrown into well in Batti: Another suspect arrested
Sri Lanka Police have uncovered further details regarding the recent incident in the Nellikkadu area of Batticaloa, where an abducted woman was rescued from an abandoned well. MORE..
Health Secretary warns of increased health risks amidst rising temperatures
Sri Lanka’s health authorities have warned that a significant rise in environmental temperatures is currently being experienced, primarily due to a combination of climatic factors. MORE..
Appeals and objections called for 2nd phase of ‘Aswesuma’ Scheme
The Welfare Benefits Board has issued a notice regarding the publication of the qualified beneficiary list under the second phase of the Aswesuma Welfare Benefits Payment Scheme, as well as the opportunity to submit appeals and objections. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Eastern, North-western, Northern and North-central provinces and in Monaragala district. MORE..
CAA conducts special raids against errant traders ahead of festive season
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) says a special programme has been implemented to safeguard consumers ahead of the upcoming festive season. MORE..
UNDP donates two modern mobile mercury analyzers to CAA
In order to ensure consumer safety, two modern mobile mercury analyzers worth Rs. 1.8 million have been donated to the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) under the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). MORE..
Karapitiya Hospital to implement smart token OPD system, plans future upgrade to QR technology
The new digitalization program introduced at the Outpatient Department (OPD) of the Karapitiya National Hospital, Galle came under the special inspection of Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni, today (27). MORE..
Iran-linked hackers claim breach of FBI director’s personal email; DOJ official confirms break-in
Iran-linked hackers have publicly claimed the breach of FBI Director Kash Patel’s personal inbox, publishing photographs of the director and his purported resume to the internet. MORE..
IDF issues immediate evacuation warning in Arak, central Iran
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has issued an urgent warning to people in parts of Arak, the capital of the Markazi province in central Iran. MORE..
‘Defence shall persist as long as it is needed’, Iranian FM Araghchi at UN
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday slammed the United States and Israel for the attacks on civilian infrastructure in Iran, most notably the Minab Elementary Girls’ school which killed over 160 people. MORE..
AG not representing Speaker in case over ex-Deputy Sec-Gen of Parliament’s suspension
The Attorney General has not represented the Speaker, who is named as a respondent in the petition filed challenging the suspension of former Deputy Secretary General of Parliament Chaminda Kularatne, while President’s Counsel K. Kanag-Isvaran today (27) appeared before the Court of Appeal on behalf of the Speaker. MORE..
Fuel delivery to be restored following CPC agreement on transport charges
Fuel delivery will be restored from tomorrow (28), following the agreement by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) to increase intercity fuel transportation charges by 25%, the Fuel Transporter Bowser Owners’ Association said.
38,000MT of diesel and petrol to arrive from India tomorrow
A combined shipment of 38,000 metric tons of diesel and petrol is scheduled to arrive at the Colombo Harbour from India tomorrow (29), the Indian High Commission confirmed. MORE..
Suspect arrested with heroin, ‘Ice’ and cocaine worth over Rs. 50 mln
A suspect has been arrested in the Sapugaskanda area for the possession of a large consignment of narcotics valued at over Rs. 50 million. MORE..
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Technology
Apple plans to open Siri to rival AI services, Bloomberg News reports
Apple plans to open its Siri voice assistant to rival artificial intelligence services beyond its current partnership with ChatGPT, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter. MORE..
Meta, Google lose US case over social media harm to kids
Meta, Google lose US case over social media harm to kids
A Los Angeles jury on Wednesday found Meta and Alphabet’s Google negligent for designing social media platforms that are harmful to young people, in a $6 million verdict that will serve as a bellwether for numerous similar cases. MORE..
OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app
OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app
OpenAI has shut down its artificial intelligence (AI) video-generation app Sora less than two years after its launch made headlines for creating realistic clips based on simple prompts. MORE..
Sri Lankan minds shaping the future of AI-based crisis management
Sri Lankan minds shaping the future of AI-based crisis management
The escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel represents a “global energy stress test” with profound implications for international fuel and LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) security. MORE..
Entertainment
Taylor Swift and ‘Showgirl’ dominate iHeartRadio Music Awards
Music superstar Taylor Swift scored a leading seven trophies at the iHeartRadio Music Awards on Thursday including artist of the year and best pop album for the upbeat record ‘‘The Life of a Showgirl.’’ MORE..
Oscars to leave Hollywood in 2029: Academy
Oscars to leave Hollywood in 2029: Academy
The Oscars will leave Hollywood after celebrating their centenary, organizers said Thursday, as they announced a long-term deal to hold the gala in downtown Los Angeles. MORE..
‘Harry Potter’ series embroiled in controversy as Snape actor faces death threats, online abuse
‘Harry Potter’ series embroiled in controversy as Snape actor faces death threats, online abuse
Harry Potter TV series is already under tight scrutiny even before its release as it lands in one controversy after the other. MORE..
Netflix raises subscription prices across all plans in US
Netflix raises subscription prices across all plans in US
Netflix has increased prices on all its plans in the U.S., as the streaming giant pushes into new programming formats such as video podcasts and live sporting events. MORE..
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Sports
IOC rules that Olympic women’s sports are for biological females only
Only biological female athletes, whose gender will be determined by a one-time gene-screening test, will be eligible to take part in female category events at Olympic Games from now on, the International Olympic Committee said on Thursday. MORE..
India announce schedule for Sri Lanka home series
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the schedule for the senior men’s international home season, with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup champions set to host West Indies, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, and Australia across formats. MORE..
India announce schedule for Sri Lanka home series
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the schedule for the senior men’s international home season, with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup champions set to host West Indies, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, and Australia across formats. MORE..
Birla, Blitzer, Blackstone, Times of India consortium to buy IPL team RCB for $1.78 bln
A consortium comprising Aditya Birla Group, Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone said on Tuesday it would acquire Indian Premier League franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru for $1.78 billion, ending a weeks-long bidding war. MORE..
Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool at end of season
Mohamed Salah will leave Premier League champions Liverpool at the end of the season, the Egyptian forward announced on Tuesday (Mar 24) as he started a farewell to what the club said were nine “illustrious” years at Anfield. MORE..
