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Gold prices increase after US extends ceasefire with Iran

Gold prices increase after US extends ceasefire with Iran

Iranian military threatens to attack oil production sites of Gulf neighbors

An Iranian military commander has warned the country’s southern neighbors that if their land or facilities are used by enemies to attack Iran, “they should say goodbye to oil production in the Middle East region,” according to state media. MORE..

Sri Lanka strengthens compliance measures to block terror funding channels

Sri Lanka has strengthened its national security and counter-terrorism financing framework with renewed focus on Targeted Financial Sanctions (TFS), the Ministry of Defence said. MORE..

Pope warns humanity’s at risk, in plea to world leaders

The Pope has warned humanity’s future risks being “tragically compromised” due to a breakdown of international law and political responsibility. MORE..

World Earth Day observed with focus on climate action and sustainability

World Earth Day is being observed today (22). MORE..

Premalal Jayasekara to be produced in court following arrest over firearm incident

Former Ratnapura District Parliamentarian Premalal Jayasekara, who was arrested yesterday (21) in connection with an alleged incident of threatening an individual with a firearm, is scheduled to be produced before the Nuwara Eliya Magistrate’s Court today (22). MORE..

Air fares soar by nearly 25% as Iran war forces flights to re-route

The war in the Middle East has helped to trigger a surge in air fares, with the lowest-priced economy tickets costing 24% more on average than they did a year ago, according to new research. MORE..

Nine arrested over brutal assault on mother in Gokarella

A total of nine individuals have been arrested by the Gokarella Police in connection with the assault of a mother in public, an incident that recently drew widespread attention on social media. MORE..

Oil prices fluctuate as status of US-Iran peace talks remains unclear

Global oil prices fluctuated in early Asian trading on Wednesday as the status of peace talks between the US and Iran remains unclear. MORE..

“Walk for Peace” to begin in Dambulla under state patronage

The internationally recognized “Walk for Peace” is scheduled to commence today (April 22) from Dambulla, with arrangements in place to continue the event until April 28 under state patronage. MORE..

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Memorial services to be held across Sri Lanka tomorrow to remember 2019 Easter Sunday attack victims (English)

Memorial services to be held across Sri Lanka tomorrow to remember 2019 Easter Sunday attack victims (English)

President appoints new Energy Minister; Cabinet responsible for substandard coal imports –Opposition (English)

No corruption during coal procurement: Dy Minister | Opposition says govt. safeguarding wrongdoers (English)

Additional buses and trains deployed to facilitate those returning to Colombo after New Year holiday (English)

Visiting Indian Vice President meets President, PM and several others to strengthen bilateral ties (English)

Public representatives comment on resignation of Energy Minister (English)

Karandeniye Sudda's brother 'SF Raju' brought to Sri Lanka after arrest in India (English)

Police Chief raises concern over rising incidents of drowning deaths (English)

CPC denies purchasing crude oil at $286 per barrel (English)

Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz as Trump says US blockade will continue (English)

Imported coal was substandard, but no fraud occured - Minister Vijitha Herath (English)

Fuel prices may be adjusted amid global market fluctuations as govt absorbs import costs - Minister (English)

44 killed in road accidents during festive period; Drunk driving identified as a main cause: Police (English)

Former MP Chandana Kathriarachchi arrested with firearms and ammunition cache (English)

Technology

Meta to track workers’ clicks and keystrokes to train AI

Meta to track workers’ clicks and keystrokes to train AI

NASA rover adds to the list of organic compounds detected on Mars

NASA rover adds to the list of organic compounds detected on Mars

UK regulator investigates Telegram over child sexual abuse concerns

UK regulator investigates Telegram over child sexual abuse concerns

Apple may add ‘undo’ and ‘redo’ to iPhone home screen in iOS 27

Apple may add ‘undo’ and ‘redo’ to iPhone home screen in iOS 27

Entertainment

Dwayne Johnson’s wrestling film to be made into stage musical

Dwayne Johnson’s wrestling film to be made into stage musical

South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS

South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS

Michael Jackson movie: Daughter Paris slams dad’s film as ‘lies’

Michael Jackson movie: Daughter Paris slams dad’s film as ‘lies’

Titanic life jacket sells for £670,000 at auction

Titanic life jacket sells for £670,000 at auction

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Wasim Khan to step down as ICC’s general manager

Wasim Khan to step down as ICC’s general manager

Usain Bolt’s advises Gout Gout to keep focused on track and field after record-breaking run

Lamine Yamal named Young Sportsperson of the Year at Laureus World Sports Awards

New Zealand U85kg Rugby team arrives in Sri Lanka

Pakistan bans Dasun Shanaka for one year from PSL