Oil prices eased on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States would begin an effort to free up ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, however the lack of a U.S.-Iran peace deal kept prices supported above $100. MORE..
4 May 2026 (9:14 AM)
A bulk carrier has been attacked by multiple small vessels off the coast of Iran. MORE..
3 May 2026 (11:22 PM)
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3 May 2026 (10:48 PM)
There is a risk of strong lightning activity due to the prevailing rainy weather conditions across the country, the Department of Meteorology has stated. MORE..
3 May 2026 (6:29 PM)
A shooting incident has been reported inside the Galle Prison, the Police Media Division said. MORE..
3 May 2026 (7:50 PM)
A janitorial supervisor of the National Hospital in Kandy has been injured and hospitalised following a shooting incident at Gohagoda, in Katugastota, according to police.
4 May 2026 (9:38 AM)