Trump under fire for ‘loathsome’ post about death of Rob Reiner and wife

President Donald Trump is under fire over his comments on the deaths of legendary Hollywood director and actor Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, 68, who were found fatally stabbed at their Los Angeles home Sunday.

Rains return as country battles to recover from Ditwah

Showery weather has returned to several parts of the country, with the Meteorology Department warning that rain will continue over the Northern and Eastern regions during the next few days under the influence of an Easterly wave.

KKR Splash ₹18 Crore on Matheesha Pathirana at IPL 2026 Auction

Sri Lankan pace sensation Matheesha Pathirana landed a blockbuster deal at the IPL 2026 auction, with Kolkata Knight Riders snapping him up for a massive ₹18 crore.

Wanindu Hasaranga Joins LSG for IPL 2026 at ₹2 Crore

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have snapped up Sri Lankan spin star Wanindu Hasaranga at the IPL 2026 Mini Auction, securing the all-rounder for ₹2.00 crore.

Police release suspect photo in Mahawa shop burglaries

Mahawa Police have released a photograph of a suspect wanted in connection with recent shop burglaries in the area.

Create Ministry for disaster management: Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today urged President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to create a Ministry for disaster management to be in charge of preventing and managing disasters.

Probe launched into police action involving Ranwala’s accident: Nalinda

Investigation has been launched into whether there had been any negligence of duties or delays in implementing the law on the part of the police when taking action against the road accident involving former Speaker MP Ashoka Ranwala, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Government pledges continued support for mothers and children

Even amid challenging circumstances, the government remains committed to investing in mothers and children, Women and Child Affairs Minister Saroja Savithri Paulraj said today.

Cabinet approves expansion of medical supply storage

The Cabinet has approved a proposal to expand the storage capacity of the Medical Supply Division, which operates under the Health and Mass Media Ministry.

Six Thai women arrested in Kollupitiya brothel

Six Thai nationals were arrested after police raided a brothel allegedly operating under the guise of a spa in Kollupitiya.

Cabinet approves commemorative stamps for 50 years of Sri Lanka–Saudi ties

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to issue two commemorative stamps celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia.

Cabinet approves release of Yala paddy stocks to market

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved steps to mill and release paddy stocks purchased during the last Yala season by the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) using funds allocated for 2025.

Cabinet approves key appointments in state departments

The Cabinet Ministers has approved appointments to two senior positions in Sri Lanka’s state administrative services, following recent vacancies.

Judicial digitalisation project gets Cabinet nod

The Government has identified the digitalisation of Sri Lanka’s judicial system as a national priority, with the aim of improving efficiency, transparency and access to justice.

NPP will take disciplinary action against Ranwala if he has cheated on doctorate: Nalinda

The National People’s Power (NPP) will take disciplinary action against former Speaker Ashoka Ranwala if he has cheated on his doctorate, Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said.

Passenger arrested at BIA with Rs. 285,000 cigarettes

A Sri Lankan passenger attempting to smuggle a consignment of foreign-made cigarettes valued at Rs. 285,000 through the Green Channel at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) was arrested by airport Customs officers this morning.

Trump files $5bn defamation lawsuit against BBC over Panorama speech edit

US President Donald Trump has filed a $5bn (£3.7bn) lawsuit against the BBC over an edit of his 6 January 2021 speech in a Panorama documentary.

Sri Lanka Ambassador meets Bahrain crown prince

The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Shanika Dissanayake, met His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, at the Gudaibiya Palace in Manama on Sunday (14).

Indian aid ship arrives in Colombo after Cyclone Ditwah

Another ship carrying Indian humanitarian assistance under Operation Sagar Bandhu has arrived at the Colombo Port to support Sri Lanka’s relief efforts following Cyclone Ditwah.

Security beefed up for Ashes Adelaide Test after Bondi shooting

Police armed with rifles will be part of a beefed up security presence at the third Test between Australia and England at Adelaide Oval after the Bondi Beach shooting attacks, officials said, while flags will be flown at half-mast.

Former Minister C. B. Rathnayake granted bail

Former Minister C. B. Rathnayake, who was in remand following his arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), has been granted bail by the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court.

Sri Lanka Singers’ Association scoffs rumors on singer Latha Walpola

The Sri Lanka Singers’ Association today scoffed the rumors that are being circulated on social media that popular signer Latha Walpola has passed away.

Coconut Board calls for info on damaged coconut trees by December 25

The Coconut Cultivation Board has called on the public to provide information on coconut trees destroyed by Cyclone Ditwah by 25 December.

Cyclone Ditwah leaves thousands homeless across Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah has caused widespread destruction in Sri Lanka, completely destroying 6,200 houses and partially damaging 96,545 others, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported.

Dominant Sabalenka wins back-to-back WTA awards

World number one Aryna Sabalenka has been voted the Women’s Tennis Association player of the year for a second successive season.

262 quarries in landslide-prone areas to undergo re-survey: GSMB

The Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) has announced plans to conduct a re-scientific survey of 262 quarries operating in areas affected by landslides following Cyclone “Ditwah.”

Cop suspended over alleged biscuit-sharing with key suspect

A police sergeant has been suspended over alleged inappropriate conduct involving Takshi Nandakumara, a suspect currently being held on a 90-day detention order in connection with the killing of organised criminal Ganemulla Sanjeewa inside the Hulftsdorp court complex.

Special leave granted to public officers affected by “Ditwah” cyclone in November

The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has announced the granting of special leave to public officers who were unable to report for duty in November 2025 due to the impacts of the “Ditwah” cyclonic storm.

No government aid and no officials for Walapane landslide victims, 18 days on

Survivors of a deadly landslide in Napatawala village in Walapane say no government aid has reached them and no officials have visited, 18 days after Cyclone Ditwa triggered the disaster that buried five homes and killed a woman.

Over 600 HIV cases in nine months

Sri Lanka faces a worrying upswing in HIV/AIDS cases, with over 600 new infections and 13 deaths reported in the first nine months of 2025.