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Thai national arrested with ‘Kush’ worth Rs. 79 mn at BIA

Thai national arrested with ‘Kush’ worth Rs. 79 mn at BIA

Former US President Biden diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer

Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, his office said in a statement on Sunday. MORE..

Building fire kills 17, injures others in southern India

At least 17 people were killed and several injured in a fire that broke out at a building near the historic Charminar monument in Hyderabad city, southern India, officials said Sunday. MORE..

Israel airstrikes kill at least 130 in Gaza as negotiators seek ceasefire

Israeli strikes killed at least 130 Palestinians across Gaza overnight, health officials said on Sunday, as Israel said talks with Hamas included a proposal to end the war but sources on both sides said there had been no progress in the talks. MORE..

Over 15% Sri Lankans lost their jobs due to economic crisis, new data suggests

A total of 15.1% of Sri Lankans lost their jobs due to the impact of the economic crisis in 2023, according to the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..

Special traffic plan in Battaramulla tomorrow due to War Heroes’ Commemoration

A special traffic plan will be in place tomorrow (19) around the Parliament area in Battaramulla due to the National War Heroes’ Day celebrations. MORE..

One person injured in Bloemendhal Road shooting

An individual has sustained injuries in a shooting incident reported along the Bloemendhal Road in Colombo 13, Police said. MORE..

Heavy showers above 100mm expected in parts of the island

Heavy showers above 100 mm can be expected at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in the Galle, Matara, Nuwara-Eliya and Kandy districts due to the impact of the South-West monsoon conditions, the Department of Meteorology has warned. MORE..

Sri Lanka looks to deepen ties with China in energy sector: Minister

Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody has reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s commitment to expanding the energy partnership with China, describing China as a “close friend” and outlining ambitious plans for collaboration across petroleum and renewable energy projects. MORE..

UK Foreign Office in contact with SL authorities following arrest of British woman with narcotics

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) of the United Kingdom is reportedly in contact with local authorities following the arrest of a 21-year-old British national for the possession of narcotics on May 12. MORE..

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'Must not let anyone initiate another war' – MP Dilith Jayaweera (English)

'Must not let anyone initiate another war' – MP Dilith Jayaweera (English)

Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa issues special statement to mark 16 years since war victory (English)

Sri Lanka expecting 200,000 monthly off-season tourist arrivals – Deputy Minister (English)

Commemoration ceremonies for war victims held in several areas across Sri Lanka (English)

CEB proposes 18.3% electricity tariff hike for June–Dec 2025 (English)

'Will exert maximum effort to establish power in LG councils' - Opposition Leader (English)

Strike launched at Bandarawela SLTB depot over assault on bus driver (English)

'Sri Lankan economy rebounded with 5% real growth in 2024' – CBSL (English)

Sri Lanka's new direction must be communicated to the world - President tells new diplomats (English)

SLPP decides not to attend opposition parties' discussion on LG bodies (English)

Gerandi Ella tragedy: DMT officials inspect bus at Kotmale Police (English)

Thousands flock towards Colombo city to witness Vesak celebrations (English)

Mahindananda files anticipatory bail petition over bribery case (English)

Colorful Vesak celebrations held across Sri Lanka (English)

Technology

Microsoft says it provided AI to Israeli military for war but denies use to harm people in Gaza

Microsoft says it provided AI to Israeli military for war but denies use to harm people in Gaza

Apple blocks Fortnite game on iPhones, video game company says

Apple blocks Fortnite game on iPhones, video game company says

Trump and Abu Dhabi ink partnership to build massive AI data center complex in UAE

Trump and Abu Dhabi ink partnership to build massive AI data center complex in UAE

TikTok charged with breaching EU online content rules

TikTok charged with breaching EU online content rules

Entertainment

Elton John condemns UK’s AI copyright plans

Elton John condemns UK’s AI copyright plans

Sivakarthikeyan’s Madharasi team shifts to Sri Lanka for climax shoot

Sivakarthikeyan’s Madharasi team shifts to Sri Lanka for climax shoot

Austria’s JJ wins Eurovision Song Contest as Israel comes 2nd

Austria’s JJ wins Eurovision Song Contest as Israel comes 2nd

Cannes Classics: Inside the challenging restoration of Sri Lankan masterpiece ‘Gehenu Lamai’

Cannes Classics: Inside the challenging restoration of Sri Lankan masterpiece ‘Gehenu Lamai’

Sports

Isipathana defeats Trinity to clinch President’s Trophy Knock-Out Tournament

Isipathana defeats Trinity to clinch President’s Trophy Knock-Out Tournament

Isipathana, Trinity clash in President’s Trophy final

Two climbers, from India and Philippines, die on Everest

Ronaldo tops Forbes highest-paid athlete list again

Barcelona win 28th La Liga title after beating Espanyol

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