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Red Alert Issued as Rough Seas and Strong Winds Threaten Coastal Waters
The Department of Meteorology has issued a ‘Red’ advisory warning of dangerous sea conditions across several coastal regions, urgi...
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World is in 'profound' crisis, Pope Leo tells Spain's parliament
Pope Leo told Spain's parliament that escalating conflict, deepening polarization and widespread disregard for human rights had pu...
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Former Deputy Minister Sentenced in Vehicle Procurement Corruption Case
Former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena was sentenced to four years of rigorous imprisonment today after the Colombo High Court...
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Death toll in Philippine quake rises to at least 15
The death toll from a magnitude 7.8 earthquake in the southern Philippines has reached at least 15, with more than 100 people inj...
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Nationwide Dengue Offensive Launched as Cases Surge Across Sri Lanka
Health authorities have sounded the alarm over a significant rise in dengue infections across the country, with confirmed cases th...
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Sri Lanka’s Foreign Reserves Reach USD 6.8 Billion by End of 2025, Deputy Minister Confirms
Sri Lanka’s foreign reserves have risen to USD 6.8 billion as of December 31, 2025, Deputy Minister of Economic Development Nishan...
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HNB enables Google Pay for debit cards via Google Wallet
HNB PLC has enabled Google Wallet support for its debit card customers, allowing eligible cardholders to make contactless payments...
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Iran says war will only end when it ends in Lebanon
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said the US-Israel war with Iran will only end “when it also ends in Lebanon.” “We hold...
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Neymar back in Brazil squad for fourth World Cup
Brazil superstar Neymar was handed a dramatic recall to the country’s World Cup squad on Monday, returning to the national team af...
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Shakira unveils official World Cup 2026 song
Colombian pop star Shakira has unveiled her official song for the 2026 World Cup. The 49-year-old, behind hits such as Whenever, W...
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Nuwan Thushara Withdraws Court Petition Seeking NOC for International League Participation
Sri Lankan cricketer Nuwan Thushara has withdrawn the petition he filed before the Colombo District Court, in which he sought an...
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‘Fast & Furious’ TV series in the works for Peacock
A television series based on the blockbuster “Fast & Furious” movie franchise is being developed for the Peacock streaming ser...
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Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify’s first all-time most streamed artists list
Taylor Swift has topped Spotify’s first ever list of the most streamed artists of all time, published Thursday morning. She’s foll...
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Oscars to leave Hollywood in 2029: Academy
The Oscars will leave Hollywood after celebrating their centenary, organizers said Thursday, as they announced a long-term deal to...
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