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July 17, 2019 11:52 am
Price of bread rises…
The price of a loaf of bread has been increased with effect from midnight today (17), stated the Bakery Owners’ Association. MORE..
- Red alert issued for sea areas from Mannar to Pottuvil
- Ward Place closed off
- Traffic on Southern Expressway diverted at Kahathuduwa exit
- Water cut for several areas on Friday
- Petition against death penalty moved to October 31st
- Zahran used suicide bombs; Ranjan used nuclear bombs - Sudaththa Thero
- New Chancellor for Ruhuna University
- All national cricket team coaches urged to step down
- Special form directed at Sri Lankan arrivals in Japan deemed ‘racist’
- Over 3,300 drunk drivers arrested islandwide
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Over 3,300 drunk drivers arrested islandwide
Over 3,300 drivers have been arrested around the island over the last two weeks after police launched a special island-wide operation to nab drunk drivers since July 5, the police said in a statement on Wednesday. MORE..
Special form directed at Sri Lankan arrivals in Japan deemed ‘racist’
An organization that assists refugees is criticizing Japanese immigration officials for singling out and discriminating against Sri Lankan nationals seeking to enter Japan by asking them if they face possible difficulties returning home. MORE..
All national cricket team coaches urged to step down
The Minister of Sports, Harin Fernando, has requested Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to urge all coaches of the national team to step down following the Bangladesh tour. MORE..
New Chancellor for Ruhuna University
A new Chancellor has been appointed to the University of Ruhuna, earlier today (17). MORE..
Zahran used suicide bombs; Ranjan used nuclear bombs - Sudaththa Thero
State Minister Ranjan Ramanayake today (17) called on Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe to submit a clarification regarding his recent controversial comment on the Buddhist clergy residing in temples. MORE..
Petition against death penalty moved to October 31st
The Court of Appeal has ordered to take up the petition filed by journalist Malinda Seneviratne, seeking a court order against the decision to implement the death penalty on four prisoners, again on the 31st of October. MORE..
Water cut for several areas on Friday
A water cut will be imposed in Kelaniya and several surrounding areas from 8 am to 5 pm on Friday (19), stated the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB). MORE..
Traffic on Southern Expressway diverted at Kahathuduwa exit
UPDATE (05.10 PM): The Southern Expressway has been cleared of the bowser, which toppled near Kahathuduwa, and the traffic on the road has been restored, the Road Development Authority (RDA) said. MORE..
Ward Place closed off
Ward Place from Borella to Town Hall has been temporarily closed off in front of the University Grants Commission (UGC), stated Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Red alert issued for sea areas from Mannar to Pottuvil
The Department of Meteorology has issued a high-risk level advisory for the sea area off the coast extending from Mannar to Pottuvil via Puttalam, Galle and Hambantota MORE..
Heavy traffic near Nelum Pokuna, Green Path
Heavy traffic congestion is reported along the roads around the Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre and the Green Path in Colombo. MORE..
India’s giant political parties spar over proposed Sita temple in Sri Lanka
A fresh war of words erupted on Tuesday between the ruling Congress party and the opposition Bhartiya Janata Party over a Sita temple in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Factions within UNP working on their own agendas - Mano
A controversial situation has unfolded within the United National Party (UNP) over selecting the candidate for the upcoming presidential election, says the Minister of National Integration, Official Languages, Social Progress and Hindu Religious Affairs Mano Ganesan. MORE..
Australian High Commissioner calls on Raghavan
Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka David Holly called on Governor of Northern Province Dr. Suren Raghavan on 16th July 2017 at his official residence which is located at Chundikuli, Jaffna. MORE..
Cabinet approves death penalty?
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the decision of the President to implement the death penalty, stated Minister Arjuna Ranatunga. MORE..
Special form directed at Sri Lankan arrivals in Japan deemed ‘racist’
An organization that assists refugees is criticizing Japanese immigration officials for singling out and discriminating against Sri Lankan nationals seeking to enter Japan by asking them if they face possible difficulties returning home. MORE..
All national cricket team coaches urged to step down
The Minister of Sports, Harin Fernando, has requested Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to urge all coaches of the national team to step down following the Bangladesh tour. MORE..
New Chancellor for Ruhuna University
A new Chancellor has been appointed to the University of Ruhuna, earlier today (17). MORE..
Zahran used suicide bombs; Ranjan used nuclear bombs - Sudaththa Thero
State Minister Ranjan Ramanayake today (17) called on Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe to submit a clarification regarding his recent controversial comment on the Buddhist clergy residing in temples. MORE..
Petition against death penalty moved to October 31st
The Court of Appeal has ordered to take up the petition filed by journalist Malinda Seneviratne, seeking a court order against the decision to implement the death penalty on four prisoners, again on the 31st of October. MORE..
Water cut for several areas on Friday
A water cut will be imposed in Kelaniya and several surrounding areas from 8 am to 5 pm on Friday (19), stated the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB). MORE..
Traffic on Southern Expressway diverted at Kahathuduwa exit
UPDATE (05.10 PM): The Southern Expressway has been cleared of the bowser, which toppled near Kahathuduwa, and the traffic on the road has been restored, the Road Development Authority (RDA) said. MORE..
Ward Place closed off
Ward Place from Borella to Town Hall has been temporarily closed off in front of the University Grants Commission (UGC), stated Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Red alert issued for sea areas from Mannar to Pottuvil
The Department of Meteorology has issued a high-risk level advisory for the sea area off the coast extending from Mannar to Pottuvil via Puttalam, Galle and Hambantota MORE..
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Increasing wheat flour prices is illegal - Consumer Affairs Authority (English)
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Sports
All national cricket team coaches urged to step down
The Minister of Sports, Harin Fernando, has requested Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to urge all coaches of the national team to step down following the Bangladesh tour. MORE..
Djokovic claims fifth Wimbledon title in record-breaking final
Novak Djokovic saved two match points to clinch a fifth Wimbledon title and 16th major on Sunday, shattering Roger Federer’s bid to become the oldest Grand Slam champion in the longest final ever played at the tournament. MORE..
England claim their first World Cup after Super Over drama
England won the men’s World Cup for the first time as they beat New Zealand following a dramatic sudden-death super over in one of the most thrilling matches in cricket history. MORE..
England 242 runs away from maiden Cricket World Cup crown
Liam Plunkett took three wickets to give England 242 runs to chase in the Cricket World Cup final, as the host nation restricted New Zealand at Lord’s on Sunday. MORE..
CWC Final: New Zealand win the toss and opt to bat
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson won the toss and elected to bat in the final of the Cricket World Cup against England which will produce a new 50-overs champion at the Lord’s on Sunday. MORE..
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Increasing wheat flour prices is illegal - Consumer Affairs Authority (English)
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Technology
Google will now tell you how crowded your bus or train is likely to be
Google announced on Thursday that it is introducing new transit crowdedness predictions in its Maps app. Now, you can see how crowded your bus, train, or tube is likely to be before heading out on your commute. MORE..
U.S. to investigate French plan for tax on tech giants
U.S. to investigate French plan for tax on tech giants
The White House will investigate a French plan to impose taxes on technology companies, a move that’s been a prelude to new U.S. tariffs under the Trump administration, according to two people familiar with the matter. MORE..
Instagram’s anti-bullying AI asks users: ‘Are you sure you want to post this?’
Instagram’s anti-bullying AI asks users: ‘Are you sure you want to post this?’
Instagram is inviting users to think again before posting unkind comments with a new tool designed to curb bullying on the social media platform. MORE..
Fake Samsung firmware update app tricks more than 10 million Android users
Fake Samsung firmware update app tricks more than 10 million Android users
Over ten million users have been duped in installing a fake Samsung app named “Updates for Samsung” that promises firmware updates, but, in reality, redirects users to an ad-filled website and charges for firmware downloads. MORE..
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Entertainment
Sri Lankan epic receives four Helpmann Awards
Belvoir Street Theater’s multi-generational epic Counting & Cracking won four Helpmann Awards on Sunday night, including Best Direction of a Play for co-directors Eamon Flack and S. Shakthidharan. MORE..
Fmr Miss World promotes tourism in Sri Lanka after terror attack
Fmr Miss World promotes tourism in Sri Lanka after terror attack
Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar has been posting about her Sri Lankan trip and highlighting the country’s natural beauty for about a week. MORE..
Ed Sheeran confirms he’s married to Cherry Seaborn
Ed Sheeran confirms he’s married to Cherry Seaborn
Ed Sheeran has revealed that he’s a married man. MORE..
R. Kelly arrested on federal sex trafficking charges
R. Kelly arrested on federal sex trafficking charges
US R&B singer R. Kelly was arrested in Chicago on Thursday night on federal sex crime charges, sources told. MORE..
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