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UN demands Israel prevent ‘genocide’ in Gaza

UN demands Israel prevent ‘genocide’ in Gaza

No invitation yet for Mahinda Rajapaksa to attend War Heroes’ Commemoration event – Media Secretary

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has not yet received any invitation to attend the National War Heroes’ Commemoration Day event scheduled for tomorrow (19), according to his Media Secretary, Attorney Manoj Gamage. MORE..

US agrees to suspend sanctions against Iranian oil during negotiations: Report

The United States has agreed to suspend sanctions on Iranian oil exports during ongoing negotiations with Iran, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Monday, citing a source familiar with the talks.

President reviews new UDA projects

A discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and senior officials of the Urban Development Authority (UDA) was held this afternoon (18) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..

Bodies of four Italian divers found after Maldives accident

The bodies of four Italians who drowned during a diving accident in the Maldives have been found but not yet brought to the surface, Italy’s foreign ministry and the Maldivan military said on Monday (May 18). MORE..

Ministry to import 104 new Metro buses to upgrade public transport

The Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development has announced that 104 new metro buses are scheduled to be imported in August to improve the efficiency of the country’s public transportation system. MORE..

Police to take legal action against Wimal Weerawansa over alleged disruption of War Heroes’ Commemoration Event rehearsal

Legal action will be taken against a group, including the leader of the National Freedom Front (NFF), former Member of Parliament Wimal Weerawansa over allegations of obstructing rehearsal activities held today (18) ahead of the National War Heroes’ Day Commemoration Day, police stated. MORE..

Petition filed in Appeals Court to halt use of rice and sugar in beer production in Sri Lanka

A writ petition has been filed before the Court of Appeal seeking an order directing the Commissioner General of Excise and others not to grant approval for the use of rice and sugar as primary raw materials in beer production. MORE..

Rupee depreciation driven by global oil price surge and external economic pressures: CBSL Governor

The depreciation of the Sri Lankan Rupee during this year has been primarily driven by the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and the resulting increase in global oil prices, the Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe has stated. MORE..

Oil stocks declining ‘very fast’, IEA chief warns

Commercial oil stocks are falling “very fast” as Gulf supplies remain disrupted by the Middle East war, even with the release of strategic reserves by governments worldwide, the head of the International Energy Agency (IAE) said on Monday (May 18). MORE..

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River water levels receding amid dwindling rainfall in Sri Lanka (English)

CCD obtained 90-day detention order to further interrogate 'Gampaha Ousmand' (English)

Several injured after train derails between Kelaniya and Wanawasala (English)

Govt imposes 50% surcharge on imported vehicles for three months (English)

Sri Lankan Rupee depreciating at unprecedented speed, warns MP Dilith Jayaweera (English)

'Sancharaka Udawa 2026' - Travel & Tourism Fair inaugurated under the patronage of PM Harini (English)

Heavy rainfall above 150mm recorded in several provinces within yesterday (English)

President reviews post-Ditwah recovery in Badulla; Land, housing issues deliberated with officials (English)

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Technology

Scientists dig up Southeast Asia’s largest dinosaur in Thailand

Scientists dig up Southeast Asia’s largest dinosaur in Thailand

AI researchers achieve landmark breakthrough in Sinhala AI with publication in prestigious IEEE Access journal

AI researchers achieve landmark breakthrough in Sinhala AI with publication in prestigious IEEE Access journal

Meta to launch ‘Incognito Chat’ for private AI conversations on WhatsApp

Meta to launch ‘Incognito Chat’ for private AI conversations on WhatsApp

EU considering social media ‘delay’ for children

EU considering social media ‘delay’ for children

Entertainment

Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again

Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again

‘Sonic 4’ wraps shooting; first look at metal sonic revealed

‘Sonic 4’ wraps shooting; first look at metal sonic revealed

John Travolta surprised with Cannes award ahead of directorial debut

John Travolta surprised with Cannes award ahead of directorial debut

Beckham becomes UK’s first billionaire sportsman

Beckham becomes UK’s first billionaire sportsman

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Sports

Sri Lanka-India Test series to be played in August

Sri Lanka-India Test series to be played in August

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins second straight NBA MVP award

Top ICC team meets President

CASA 7s Rugby Tournament: Sri Lanka Women’s clinches Championship in Tashkent

Sri Lanka Men’s team crowned Champions at inaugural CASA 7s Rugby Tournament