The US on Thursday urged countries to support its United Nations resolution demanding Iran halt attacks and mining of the Strait of Hormuz, but diplomats said China and Russia are likely to veto it. MORE..
8 May 2026 (9:04 AM)
An explosion damaged the headquarters of the largest party in the Dutch parliament, D66, on Thursday evening, local police said, adding there were no injuries. MORE..
8 May 2026 (9:36 AM)
UNICEF has welcomed the Cabinet s recent approval of the Global Charter for Child Care Reforms � a landmark decision that strengthens protection for children and builds momentum for Sri Lanka s existing Alternative Care Policy. MORE..
7 May 2026 (7:42 PM)
Former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at a residence in Colpetty, according to Police. MORE..
8 May 2026 (10:26 AM)
The US military said it intercepted Iranian attacks Thursday on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and �targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking US forces,� highlighting the fragility of the month-old ceasefire between the two countries. MORE..
8 May 2026 (8:48 AM)
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Sabaragamuwa, Northern, North-central, North-western, Eastern provinces and Hambantota and Monaragala districts. MORE..
7 May 2026 (7:35 PM)