Liverpool ’devastated’ and request privacy for Jota family

Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota.

Applications called for 2026 Grade One admissions

The Instructions relating to the admission of students to Grade One for the Year 2026 in State schools had been released today, the Education Ministry said.

Rise in dog bites linked to growing population, lack of awareness: Health Official

The increase in dog bites in the country is largely due to the growing canine population and a lack of public understanding, education and awareness about how people should behave around animals, Public Health Veterinary Services Director Dr. N.M.N. Darshanie Dissanayake said.

Motorcyclist injured as Police open fire

A motorcyclist sustained injuries after police opened fire when he failed to comply with an order to stop in the Dungalpitiya area, Negombo, Police said.

Stern action to be taken against harmful plastic baby items: Minister

Stern action will be taken against importers and manufacturers of harmful plastic baby items such as feeding bottles, lunch boxes, water bottles and toys within the next two months, Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe said today.

Islandwide essay finals at S. Thomas’ College

Customs denies claims of new tax on online orders

Sri Lanka Customs has firmly rejected claims circulating on social media regarding the introduction of a new tax on small parcel imports clarifying that recent procedural changes are intended solely to ensure the accurate application of existing customs duties based on product value and classification.

Sri Lanka–Netherlands webinar boosts ICT ties

A webinar aimed at enhancing ICT cooperation between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands was hosted by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in the Netherlands on June 30, bringing together key stakeholders from both countries.

Mervyn Silva granted bail

Former Minister Mervyn Silva and two others were granted bail by Gampaha High Court judge W.K.D. Wijekoon.

124 unauthorised structures in Sigiriya to be removed: Minister

Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Hiniduma Sunil Senevi revealed that 124 unauthorised structures have been erected within the limits of 200 to 400 yards from the Sigiriya rock.

Air parade of newly leased aircraft: Namal vows action against organisers

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa said those who facilitated the air parade of the newly leased aircraft over Colombo will be questioned in the future.

Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina gets six-month prison sentence in absentia

Bangladesh’s ousted and self-exiled Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to six months in prison by the country’s International Crimes Tribunal on Wednesday in a contempt of court case, a top prosecutor said.

In view of national mosquito control week

Update; one dead in Kandana shooting

A shooting in the Kandana area this morning left one person dead and another injured, police confirmed.

Rise in child injuries sparks urgent call for safety measures: Health Officials

Health officials have raised concerns over an increase in accidents involving children, calling for immediate safety improvements at home and in public areas, the Health Promotion Bureau said.

High Court rejects preliminary objection in ’Harak Kata’ indictment

The Colombo High Court rejected a preliminary objection raised by the defense, challenging the maintainability of the indictment filed against Nadun Chinthaka, alias ’Harak Kata’ and two other accused, who are charged with conspiring to escape from the custody of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

Rapist acquitted on producing marriage certificate

An accused who stood indicted with rape of an underage girl was acquitted by Galle High Court Judge Purnima Paranagama, when the defense informed court that the accused and the victim were married and they are parents of a child.

Human-Elephant Conflict claims over 250 lives in six months

The ongoing human-elephant conflict in Sri Lanka has claimed the lives of 261 individuals both human and animal within the first six months of this year, the Department of Wildlife Conservation revealed.

Two injured in Kandana shooting

Two individuals traveling in a car were injured in a shooting incident reported in Kandana this morning, police said.

Gay penguin pair raising chick at UK zoo

Ugandan military helicopter catches fire in deadly Somalia crash

A Ugandan military helicopter crashed and caught fire at the main international airport in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, killing five people on board.

Microsoft to cut up to 9,000 jobs as it invests in AI

Microsoft has confirmed that it will lay off as many as 9,000 workers, in the technology giant’s latest wave of job cuts this year.

Sanitary napkin distribution for 2025 only via certified institutions

The Sanitary Napkin Distribution Programme for School Girls - 2025 will be carried out exclusively through four officially certified trading institutions this year, the Education Ministry said.

Trump announces trade deal with Vietnam

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the US will charge 20% tariffs on imports from Vietnam under a new trade deal reached during last-minute negotiations.

Four dead, dozens missing after ferry sinks off Bali

At least four people have died and dozens are missing after a ferry sank off Indonesia’s tourist island of Bali, rescuers said.

’Finally, some relief’’

Due to the lack of sufficient standard sanitary facilities available for the public, as well as the increasing number of local and foreign tourists visiting urban areas daily, the Government has decided to construct proper sanitary facilities, including standard lavatory systems.

African Swine Fever outbreak affects around 67,000 pigs and wild boar

Sri Lanka is grappling with a severe outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF), a highly contagious and fatal disease that has affected around 67,000 pigs and wild boars, according to the Government Information Department.

Narcotics peddled at Israelis-run business centres in East

Some Israelis, who are here as tourists, are involved in peddling various types of narcotics in their unauthorized business centres set up in certain pockets of the eastern province, posing a threat to public security, according to reports shared with the tourism authorities.

Sri Lanka face defending champions Malaysia today

Sri Lanka will face defending champions Malaysia today in the semifinal of the 13th Asian Youth Netball Championship. This tournament, featuring 11 countries from across Asia, is being held in South Korea and will continue until July 4.

Fuel price formula, most reasonable methodology currently available: Nalinda

The fuel price formula which was introduced by the previous government is the most reasonable methodology available right now to mete out justice to the people, pay back loans of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and to manage past financial irregularities, Cabinet Spokesman, Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today.