Oil prices jump after US launches new attacks on Iran

Oil prices have jumped after the US carried out new attacks on Iran, targeting a military site in Bandar Abbas, a strategic port city.

India’s ’unsafe’ 70ft Messi statue to be moved

A 70ft statue of Lionel Messi in India is set to be taken down after it was spotted ’’swaying in the wind’’.

Viral albino buffalo named ‘Donald Trump’ spared from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh

An albino buffalo that went viral for its striking resemblance to President Donald Trump was spared from slaughter at the annual Islamic feast of sacrifice on Wednesday — and rehomed in a zoo.

Vijay meets Modi, raises concerns over arrest of Tamil Nadu fishermen by Sri Lankan Navy

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi in a politically significant interaction that came barely weeks after the actor-turned-politician took office and nearly 12 years after their last known meeting.

Govt has no ability to hold elections: D.V. Chanaka

D.V. Chanaka, a Parliamentarian of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), claimed that those who initially pledged to hold Provincial Council elections soon after coming to power are now absent from the election campaign.

Rough seas expected in several coastal areas

The Meteorology Department has issued a weather forecast for sea areas around the island for the next 24 hours from 2.00 p.m. today (28).

CERT warns public of fake traffic fine scam

The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT) has issued a special public alert warning motorists about an ongoing cyber scam involving fraudulent SMS and WhatsApp messages claiming that traffic violations had been detected through CCTV camera systems installed on roads.

Prison institutions to mark Vesak with islandwide religious, cultural programmes

A series of programmes have been organised across prison institutions islandwide to mark the Vesak Full Moon Poya Day, which falls on May 30, 2026.

Over 460 Vesak Dansals registered in Colombo Municipal area

A total of 464 Vesak Dansals have been registered within the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) area as of May 27, Chief Public Health Inspector of the Colombo Municipal Council, Dehan Withanage said.

Thai police dress in drag to catch drug dealer

A squad of Thai police went undercover in drag to arrest a suspected methamphetamine smuggler.

Vesak dansal guidelines now available on Epidemiology website

The guidelines for organizing Vesak Dansals are now available on the Epidemiology Division website (www.epid.gov.lk), the Health and Mass Media Ministry said.

Sajith calls for peace, trust, faith among all citizens of Sri Lanka

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, in his Hajj message, stressed the need for building faith, trust and peace among all citizens of the nation.

Winners Announced for the 52nd American Music Awards

It was a big night for first-time nominees at the 52nd American Music Awards! KATSEYE and SOMBR were among those leading the pack, taking home three trophies each, in addition to delivering two of the most buzzworthy performances of the show.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it targeted US airbase in Kuwait

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said early Thursday that it targeted a US airbase in Kuwait in response to an American aerial strike near Bandar Abbas Airport in southern Iran.

Businessman killed in Kalutara shooting

A businessman was shot and killed this morning, May 28, in the Vettumakada area on Mosque Road in Kalutara.

Seven Sri Lankan youths deported from UAE arrive at BIA; CID launches probe

Seven Sri Lankan youths who were arrested and remanded by security authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) over allegations of storing photographs and videos of drones and missiles used in the Middle East conflict on their mobile phones, and reacting to them through likes and comments, were deported and arrived in Sri Lanka on the night of May 27.

14 foreign nationals arrested at BIA over cigarette smuggling

Fourteen Chinese nationals were arrested by Sri Lanka Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), for attempting to smuggle a large consignment of foreign-made cigarettes valued at Rs. 27.3 million.

Police warn public over fake traffic fine scam

The Sri Lanka Police have issued a special warning to the public over a large-scale scam involving fake traffic fine notices circulated via SMS and WhatsApp messages.

Over 5000 unprotected children in Anuradhapura

A recent survey has revealed 5780 children in the Anuradhapura district are vulnerable to sexual harassment or rape. DIG North Central Province T.B.Sugathapala told the meeting of the District Coordinating Committee that they are underage children less than 16 years of age.

7-year-old boy wanted to see parents in Colombo found alone at Hatton bus stand

A seven-year-old schoolboy who had reportedly planned to travel alone to Colombo to meet his parents was rescued by police after being found waiting at the Hatton bus stand.

’Aliya Wetunu Wewa’ forest to be declared reserve under Wanaspathi Programme

Coinciding with World Environment Day, another phase of the “Wanaspathi” National Programme, dedicated to protecting elephant habitats and wildlife across Sri Lanka is scheduled to be implemented, the Wildlife Conservation Department said.

President to get tough on indisciplined monks

Claiming that he is prepared to take action against any moves to destroy Buddhism even within the Buddhist clergy, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said yesterday the government will amend the the Buddhist Temporalities Ordinance to establish Buddhist Council in order to discipline Buddhist clergy.

Rehabilitation work commences on Uma Ela irrigation project

The Irrigation Department has commenced permanent rehabilitation work on the Uma Ela Great Irrigation Project at a cost of Rs. 228.6 million, aiming to provide long-term relief to farmers and strengthen agricultural activities in the region.

New species of Spiny mouse discovered in Sri Lanka’s Dumbara mountain range

A new species of spiny mouse has been discovered in Sri Lanka’s Puwakpitiya Valley in the Dumbara (Knuckles) Mountain Range, adding to the island’s rich record of endemic biodiversity.

PM urges unity for peaceful Sri Lanka

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her message marking Eid-ul-Adha or the Hajji Festival, called on all citizens to rise above differences and work together in unity and solidarity to build a peaceful and prosperous Sri Lanka.

President calls for unity and compassion in Eid al-Adha message

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his Eid al-Adha message issued today, called on citizens to embrace the values of peace, brotherhood and sacrifice while highlighting the importance of unity and compassion in a world affected by conflict and division.

IMF approves US$695 Million disbursement to Sri Lanka after completing fifth and sixth reviews

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the combined Fifth and Sixth Reviews of Sri Lanka’s economic reform programme under the 48-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement, paving the way for an immediate disbursement of SDR 508 million (approximately US$695 million).

Major rivers remain at normal levels: Irrigation Department

Water levels in most major rivers across the country remain at normal levels despite prevailing showery conditions, the Irrigation Department said.

US carries out new strikes on Iran military site

The US military has carried out new strikes on Iran, targeting a military site in Bandar Abbas, a strategic port city.

Heavy showers expected today

Showers and thundershowers are expected to continue across several parts of the country today, with fairly heavy rainfall of about 75 mm likely in parts of the south-western region, the Meteorology Department said.