Former NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa surrenders to court
Former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board (NLB), Thusitha Halloluwa has appeared before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court this morning (14) after a warrant was issued for his arrest yesterday. MORE..
- IMF reviewing Sri Lanka’s 2026 Budget as US$ 347M tranche expected ‘in coming weeks’
- US aircraft carrier nears Venezuela in flex of American military power
- New Commissioner General of Elections assumes duties
- Hotel employee arrested for stealing foreign currency from Dutch tourist
- Motorcyclist killed in hit-and-run accident in Warakapola
- Former NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa surrenders to court
- Chinese astronauts head home after suspected debris strike delays return to Earth
- Ex-NPP councilor’s husband arrested with drugs not a principal, says union
- TikTok Awards 2025: Max Klymenko named creator of the year
- NPP budget defeated in Padiyathalawa PS vote
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NPP budget defeated in Padiyathalawa PS vote
The National People’s Power (NPP) budget has been defeated in the budget vote held at the Padiyathalawa Pradeshiya Sabha. MORE..
Ex-NPP councilor’s husband arrested with drugs not a principal, says union
The Sri Lanka Professional Principals’ Association has issued a statement today (14) clarifying details regarding the alleged school principal who was arrested with narcotics recently. MORE..
Motorcyclist killed in hit-and-run accident in Warakapola
A motorcyclist died in a hit-and-run incident early this morning (14) near the 36 Kanda Kovil on the Colombo–Kandy main road in the Warakapola Police Division. MORE..
Hotel employee arrested for stealing foreign currency from Dutch tourist
A hotel employee has been taken into custody by the Colombo Fort Police following a complaint lodged by a Dutch female tourist regarding the theft of foreign currency from her wallet. MORE..
New Commissioner General of Elections assumes duties
Rasika Peiris has assumed duties as the New Commissioner General of Elections, effective from today (14). MORE..
US aircraft carrier nears Venezuela in flex of American military power
The most advanced U.S. aircraft carrier is expected to reach the waters off Venezuela in days, a flex of American military power not seen in Latin America for generations. MORE..
IMF reviewing Sri Lanka’s 2026 Budget as US$ 347M tranche expected ‘in coming weeks’
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is currently assessing Sri Lanka’s recently announced 2026 budget—including its ambitious 7 percent growth target—to determine whether it aligns with the conditions of the country’s ongoing bailout program. MORE..
World Diabetes Day to be marked with awareness programs tomorrow
The Sri Lanka Diabetes Federation has organized a social service program to be held tomorrow (15) in commemoration of World Diabetes Day, which falls today (14). MORE..
Second reading vote on 2026 Budget in Parliament today
The Second Reading vote of the 2026 Budget is scheduled to be held today (14) at 6 p.m., the Parliament’s Department of Communication announced. MORE..
Two including woman arrested for aiding and abetting Kotahena shooting incident
Two suspects including a woman have been arrested for aiding and abetting the recent shooting and murder of a person in the Kotahena area, by the Colombo District Crime Division, yesterday (13). MORE..
BBC apologises to Trump over speech edit but rejects defamation claim
The British Broadcasting Corporation sent a personal apology to U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday but said there was no legal basis for him to sue the public broadcaster over a documentary his lawyers called defamatory. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island
Prevailing rainy conditions are expected to continue in the Northern and Eastern provinces due to the low-level atmospheric disturbance developing to the east of the island, today (14), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Gabon court sentences former first lady and president’s son to 20 years in prison
Gabon’s former first lady and her son were sentenced in absentia by a special criminal court to 20 years in prison following a two-day trial in Libreville. MORE..
President claims taxpayer money was previously used to fund extremism
President of Sri Lanka, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, alleged that it was disclosed to him, during a discussion with intelligence officers, the manner in which public tax money had previously been spent to fund extremist elements. MORE..
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Two dead, 18 hurt in South Korea after truck crashes into market
A light truck crashed into a market in South Korea on Thursday, ploughing 150 metres (164 yards) along a passageway lined with stalls before coming to a halt, killing two people and injuring 18, according to emergency officials and media reports. MORE..
Ex-NPP councilor’s husband arrested with drugs not a principal, says union
The Sri Lanka Professional Principals’ Association has issued a statement today (14) clarifying details regarding the alleged school principal who was arrested with narcotics recently. MORE..
Motorcyclist killed in hit-and-run accident in Warakapola
A motorcyclist died in a hit-and-run incident early this morning (14) near the 36 Kanda Kovil on the Colombo–Kandy main road in the Warakapola Police Division. MORE..
Hotel employee arrested for stealing foreign currency from Dutch tourist
A hotel employee has been taken into custody by the Colombo Fort Police following a complaint lodged by a Dutch female tourist regarding the theft of foreign currency from her wallet. MORE..
New Commissioner General of Elections assumes duties
Rasika Peiris has assumed duties as the New Commissioner General of Elections, effective from today (14). MORE..
US aircraft carrier nears Venezuela in flex of American military power
The most advanced U.S. aircraft carrier is expected to reach the waters off Venezuela in days, a flex of American military power not seen in Latin America for generations. MORE..
IMF reviewing Sri Lanka’s 2026 Budget as US$ 347M tranche expected ‘in coming weeks’
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is currently assessing Sri Lanka’s recently announced 2026 budget—including its ambitious 7 percent growth target—to determine whether it aligns with the conditions of the country’s ongoing bailout program. MORE..
World Diabetes Day to be marked with awareness programs tomorrow
The Sri Lanka Diabetes Federation has organized a social service program to be held tomorrow (15) in commemoration of World Diabetes Day, which falls today (14). MORE..
Second reading vote on 2026 Budget in Parliament today
The Second Reading vote of the 2026 Budget is scheduled to be held today (14) at 6 p.m., the Parliament’s Department of Communication announced. MORE..
Two including woman arrested for aiding and abetting Kotahena shooting incident
Two suspects including a woman have been arrested for aiding and abetting the recent shooting and murder of a person in the Kotahena area, by the Colombo District Crime Division, yesterday (13). MORE..
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Chinese astronauts head home after suspected debris strike delays return to Earth
Three Chinese astronauts will return to Earth on Friday, more than a week later than their scheduled landing, capping an extended stay in space after a suspected debris hit left their spaceship with a cracked window. MORE..
EU looks to Big Tech, influencers to fight hybrid threats, fake news
EU looks to Big Tech, influencers to fight hybrid threats, fake news
Europe is looking to online platforms and influencers to help fight disinformation and promote democracy according to a European Commission strategy presented on Wednesday amid concerns over interference by foreign governments in national elections. MORE..
Chinese ‘cryptoqueen’ jailed in UK over $6.6 billion Bitcoin scam
Chinese ‘cryptoqueen’ jailed in UK over $6.6 billion Bitcoin scam
A Chinese woman who was found with 5 billion pounds ($6.6 billion) in Bitcoin after defrauding more than 128,000 people in China in a Ponzi scheme was sentenced by a UK court on Tuesday to over 11 years in prison. MORE..
PayPal re-launches in the UK after nearly two years
PayPal re-launches in the UK after nearly two years
PayPal said on Wednesday it is re-launching in the United Kingdom for customers to shop online and in stores, nearly two years after it restructured its operations there following Brexit. MORE..
Entertainment
TikTok Awards 2025: Max Klymenko named creator of the year
The second annual TikTok awards were a resounding success, showcasing a diverse range of creators who have captivated audiences across the platform. MORE..
‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star
‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star
The late Chadwick Boseman is set to receive a posthumous star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. MORE..
Singer Akon arrested near Atlanta for missing court over suspended license
Singer Akon arrested near Atlanta for missing court over suspended license
Hip-hop artist Akon was arrested last week in suburban Atlanta after he didn’t show up in court to face a ticket for driving with a suspended license. MORE..
Sabrina Carpenter to lead ‘Alice in Wonderland’-inspired musical at Universal
Sabrina Carpenter to lead ‘Alice in Wonderland’-inspired musical at Universal
Sabrina Carpenter is headed to the movies. The pop star will lead her first major studio feature with a new musical at Universal Pictures. MORE..
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Sports
France qualify for World Cup as Portugal, Norway forced to wait
France reached the 2026 World Cup with a 4-0 win over Ukraine on Thursday as the country marked the 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris attacks, while Portugal were made to wait after losing 2-0 in Dublin as Cristiano Ronaldo saw red. MORE..
2025/26 Inter-Club Rugby League tournament gets underway today
The 2025/26 Inter-Club Rugby League tournament will get underway in Colombo today (14). MORE..
Pakistan cricketers thank Sri Lanka for continuing tour
Pakistani cricketers have expressed their gratitude to Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and the touring team for continuing their series in Pakistan despite reported safety concerns. MORE..
Sri Lanka players to stay in Pakistan to continue tour, games move to Rawalpindi
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced that the 16-member national cricket squad, along with the accompanying team management and support staff, will continue their tour of Pakistan. MORE..
PCB reschedules remaining Pakistan–Sri Lanka ODI matches after security review
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced a revised schedule for the remaining one-day international (ODI) matches between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, following recent security concerns in the capital. MORE..
