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Deadly US attack on warship in Indian Ocean will not go unanswered: Iran army chief

Deadly US attack on warship in Indian Ocean will not go unanswered: Iran army chief

Peradeniya ‘Yakaa Paalama’ restoration faces significant delays, warns Station Masters’ Association

The Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Association has raised serious concerns over delays in the reconstruction of the Peradeniya Railway Bridge (famously known to locals as the ‘Yakaa Paalama’ – Devil’s Bridge), warning that the project is unlikely to be completed on time. MORE..

Suspect arrested with firearms and ammunition in Kaduwela

A suspect has been arrested with a cache of firearms and live ammunition in the Weliwita area of the Kaduwela Police Division. MORE..

Formal investigation before eviction of Divulapathana residents – AG tells SC

The Attorney General has informed the Supreme Court that a formal investigation will be conducted regarding the residents of Divulapathana village in the Eastern Province—a predominantly Sinhalese area currently under the Mahaweli Authority—and that steps will be taken to provide them with appropriate relief prior to any eviction. MORE..

North Korea fires possible missile towards sea during US-South Korea drills

North Korea fired a projectile towards the sea on Saturday, South Korea and Japan said, with Tokyo saying it may have been a ballistic missile, while the U.S. and South Korea conducted military drills. MORE..

Missile strikes helipad inside US Embassy compound in Baghdad

A missile struck a helipad inside the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, two security officials said. MORE..

Ten suspects granted 7-day detention over southern sea drug and weapons haul

Ten suspects arrested in connection with a large-scale narcotics and weapons seizure aboard two multi-day fishing trawlers in the seas off the southern coast of Sri Lanka have been issued seven-day detention orders after being produced before the Hulftsdorp (Aluthkade) Courts Complex. MORE..

Iran warns of strikes on regional US-linked oil firms after American attack on crucial oil export hub

After US forces struck military targets on Iran’s main oil hub, Kharg Island, Iran’s Armed Forces’ unified combatant command warned on Saturday that any attack on the country’s oil and energy infrastructure would trigger retaliatory strikes...MORE..

Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka drop by about 30% amid Middle East crisis

Deputy Minister of Tourism Ruwan Ranasinghe says that tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka have declined by about 30% due to the ongoing military situation in the Middle East. MORE..

Trump says US bombed Iran’s Kharg Island, threatens its oil infrastructure

President Donald Trump said Friday the US military had heavily bombed targets on Iran’s Kharg Island, which handles almost all of Iran’s crude exports, and he threatened to hit the island’s oil infrastructure. MORE..

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Committee on Economic Surveillance discusses urgent measures to stabilise domestic market (English)

Committee on Economic Surveillance discusses urgent measures to stabilise domestic market (English)

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Public reports shortage of LP gas cylinders despite price increase (English)

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LITRO Gas prices increased after 18 months amid supply shortage due to Middle East conflict (English)

Govt implemented a modest increase in fuel prices - Trade Minister Wasantha (English)

Why were the fuel prices increased? Do we have enough stocks? Opposition demands answers from Govt. (English)

Electricity trade unions continue their strike action;TUs seek meeting with Energy Minister (English)

Sri Lanka grants 14-day visa extension for tourists stranded due to Middle East conflict (English)

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Technology

Games with loot boxes to get minimum 16 age rating across Europe

Games with loot boxes to get minimum 16 age rating across Europe

One-fifth of Australian teens still use TikTok, SnapChat after social media ban

One-fifth of Australian teens still use TikTok, SnapChat after social media ban

China unveils world’s strongest ultra-high-strength carbon fiber

China unveils world’s strongest ultra-high-strength carbon fiber

UK watchdogs press Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube to block children

UK watchdogs press Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube to block children

Entertainment

Harry Styles breaks his own sales record as new album hits number one

Harry Styles breaks his own sales record as new album hits number one

Titanic actress Kate Winslet to join ‘The Lord of The Rings’ new movie

Titanic actress Kate Winslet to join ‘The Lord of The Rings’ new movie

Netflix announces KPop Demon Hunters sequel

Netflix announces KPop Demon Hunters sequel

Michael Jackson estate motion granted amid child sex trafficking allegations

Michael Jackson estate motion granted amid child sex trafficking allegations

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“No one can exclude us”: Iran’s football team fires back at Trump over World Cup

“No one can exclude us”: Iran’s football team fires back at Trump over World Cup

Trump tells Iran team to skip FIFA World Cup for ‘their own life and safety’

Bimal Wijesinghe elected as President of Sri Lanka Athletics Association

Iran cannot participate in the FIFA World Cup, sports minister says

ICC unveils final prize money for T20 World Cup teams; Sri Lanka gets $475,962