Derana’s 24-hour ‘Vesak Dansala’ successfully concludes
Sri Lanka’s largest 24-hour ‘Vesak Dansala’, organized by the Derana Media Network, successfully concluded at 7.00 p.m. today (31) after serving tens of thousands of devotees and visitors. MORE..
- Advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas
- Woman killed in bus accident on Galle–Matara main road
- WHO urges countries to reconsider travel restrictions amid Ebola outbreak
- Man arrested in Wellawatta over illegal sale of liquor
- Over 200 injured after Champions League riots in France
- Derana’s 24-hour ‘Vesak Dansala’ successfully concludes
- PHIs identify 148 Vesak dansals violating health guidelines
- Death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon exceeds 3,400
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Death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon exceeds 3,400
At least 41 people died and 140 more were injured after Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon during the past day, despite the ceasefire that has been in force since April 17, the country’s health ministry said. MORE..
PHIs identify 148 Vesak dansals violating health guidelines
Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have identified 148 Vesak dansals operating in violation of health and safety guidelines during a special island-wide inspection programme conducted over the past three days. MORE..
Over 200 injured after Champions League riots in France
A total of 219 people have been injured in clashes between football fans and police across France after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) won the Champions League final against Arsenal. MORE..
Man arrested in Wellawatta over illegal sale of liquor
An individual has been arrested in Wellawatta for allegedly being in possession of and selling liquor illegally. MORE..
WHO urges countries to reconsider travel restrictions amid Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-GeneralTedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has called on countries to reconsider travel bans and border closures imposed in response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighbouring Uganda. MORE..
Woman killed in bus accident on Galle–Matara main road
A 65-year-old woman has died after being hit by a private bus on the Galle–Matara main road in Kapparathota, Weligama. MORE..
Advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for rough sea conditions and strong winds for the sea areas extending from Mullaitivu to Chilaw via Kankesanthurai, Mannar and from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota. MORE..
Sathara Publishers Founder Chandrasoma Perera passes away
Chandrasoma Perera, the founder of Sathara Group and a senior editor of Sathara Publishers, has passed away at the age of 82. MORE..
Israel troops capture Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon push against Hezbollah
Israeli troops have seized the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle and its strategic ridge in southern Lebanon, the military said on Sunday, a major advance against Iran-backed Hezbollah despite a ceasefire announced more than six weeks ago. MORE..
Five new Mammography machines added to hospital network
Steps have been taken to add five advanced mammography machines to major hospitals across the country, in a bid to enhance diagnostic and treatment services, the Ministry of Health and Mass Media has stated. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Australia seek to expand trade and tourism ties
High-level discussions have been held to expand trade and tourism ties between Sri Lanka and Australia. MORE..
Trump boasts "extreme intelligence" after release of medical results
US President Donald Trump on Sunday hailed ‘extreme intelligence’ after his medical test results arrived. Sharing that he got a perfect score in the cognitive test, Trump urged people who would be running for the coveted positions of President and Vice-President to take the test. MORE..
UNP calls for formal process and consultation with Maha Sangha on monastic discipline issues
The United National Party (UNP) has stressed the need to follow established procedures when addressing matters concerning Buddhist monastic discipline. MORE..
Donald Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons
United States President Donald Trump said he had secured guarantees from Iran that it would not develop nuclear weapons, as reports emerged he had sent a tougher peace proposal back to Tehran. MORE..
Japan provides US$1.33 million grant to revive livelihoods of Eastern fishermen
Japan has extended a financial grant of US$1.33 million to Sri Lanka to assist inland fishermen in the Eastern Province whose livelihoods were affected by the Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
PHIs identify 148 Vesak dansals violating health guidelines
Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have identified 148 Vesak dansals operating in violation of health and safety guidelines during a special island-wide inspection programme conducted over the past three days. MORE..
Over 200 injured after Champions League riots in France
A total of 219 people have been injured in clashes between football fans and police across France after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) won the Champions League final against Arsenal. MORE..
Man arrested in Wellawatta over illegal sale of liquor
An individual has been arrested in Wellawatta for allegedly being in possession of and selling liquor illegally. MORE..
WHO urges countries to reconsider travel restrictions amid Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-GeneralTedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has called on countries to reconsider travel bans and border closures imposed in response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighbouring Uganda. MORE..
Woman killed in bus accident on Galle–Matara main road
A 65-year-old woman has died after being hit by a private bus on the Galle–Matara main road in Kapparathota, Weligama. MORE..
Advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for rough sea conditions and strong winds for the sea areas extending from Mullaitivu to Chilaw via Kankesanthurai, Mannar and from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota. MORE..
Sathara Publishers Founder Chandrasoma Perera passes away
Chandrasoma Perera, the founder of Sathara Group and a senior editor of Sathara Publishers, has passed away at the age of 82. MORE..
Israel troops capture Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon push against Hezbollah
Israeli troops have seized the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle and its strategic ridge in southern Lebanon, the military said on Sunday, a major advance against Iran-backed Hezbollah despite a ceasefire announced more than six weeks ago. MORE..
Five new Mammography machines added to hospital network
Steps have been taken to add five advanced mammography machines to major hospitals across the country, in a bid to enhance diagnostic and treatment services, the Ministry of Health and Mass Media has stated. MORE..
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3 astronauts from China return to Earth after nearly 7 months in space, a record for a Chinese crew
Three Chinese astronauts returned to Earth on Friday after spending nearly seven months in space, setting a record for the longest on-orbit stay by a Chinese crew. MORE..
Blue Origin rocket explodes during test, setback for bid to catch Musk’s SpaceX
Blue Origin rocket explodes during test, setback for bid to catch Musk’s SpaceX
An uncrewed Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on the launchpad during a test on Thursday, in a major setback for Jeff Bezos’ space venture as it seeks to narrow the gap with Elon Musk’s IPO-bound SpaceX. MORE..
Fresh iPhone 18 Pro leaks reveal stunning ‘dark cherry’ and ‘sky blue’ colours before launch
Fresh iPhone 18 Pro leaks reveal stunning ‘dark cherry’ and ‘sky blue’ colours before launch
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro lineup may bring fresh colours and subtle design refinements, according to leaks surfacing ahead of the expected September launch. MORE..
Humanoid robots ‘the future’ of car making, says BMW
Humanoid robots ‘the future’ of car making, says BMW
For the first time, BMW will use humanoid robots for car manufacturing in Europe. MORE..
Entertainment
Italy bans Kanye West, Travis Scott concerts over security concerns
Italy has banned two concerts involving U.S. rappers Kanye West and Travis Scott due to take place in July in the northern city of Reggio Emilia, authorities said on Saturday. MORE..
Martina McBride, Morris Day among wave of cancellations at Trump-linked Freedom 250 concerts
Martina McBride, Morris Day among wave of cancellations at Trump-linked Freedom 250 concerts
A day after the President Donald Trump -affiliated Freedom 250 announced the “first wave” of performers for “The Great American State Fair” shows on Washington’s National Mall in June and July, the lineup has been hit...MORE..
Suspect in Taylor Swift Vienna concert attack plot convicted and sentenced to 15 years
Suspect in Taylor Swift Vienna concert attack plot convicted and sentenced to 15 years
An Austrian court on Thursday convicted a man of planning to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna nearly two years ago. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison. MORE..
AMA’s 2026 winners list: BTS, Sabrina Carpenter, KATSEYE among top honorees
AMA’s 2026 winners list: BTS, Sabrina Carpenter, KATSEYE among top honorees
The 2026 American Music Awards (AMAs) returned to Las Vegas on May 25 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, bringing together a wide mix of global pop favorites, breakout newcomers and genre-defining veterans. MORE..
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Suarez, Nandez miss out as Bielsa names Uruguay’s World Cup squad
Uruguay’s Luis Suarez and Nahitan Nandez were the big names who missed out on selection for the World Cup as coach Marcelo Bielsa named his final 26-man squad on Sunday. MORE..
IPL Final: Gujarat sets 156 run-target for RCB to win back-to-back title
Royal Challengers Bengaluru bowled with discipline and control befitting defending champions as they strangled Gujarat Titans’ batting lineup, restricting them to 155/8 in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. MORE..
IPL 2026 Final: RCB wins toss and elects to bowl first against GT
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has won the toss and chosen to bowl first in the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans. MORE..
Asian U20 Athletics Championships: Tharushi Abisheka secures bronze in 800m event
Teenager Tharushi Abisheka Pemasiri claimed the Bronze Medal in the Women’s 800m event at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships 2026 in Hong Kong this afternoon (31). MORE..
World Cup-bound South Africa grounded over visa delay
South Africa’s departure for the 2026 World Cup was delayed on Sunday after some players were yet to receive their visas. MORE..
