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Russian Missile and Drone Strike on Kyiv Kills at Least 12
At least 12 people were killed and around 60 injured after Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv.
Negombo Prison Death Toll Rises to 26 Following Deadly Inmate Clashes
The death toll from the Negombo Prison clashes has risen to 26, including seven prison officers and 19 inmates, while dozens remain hospitalized.
Scientists Discover Promising ‘Super-Earth’ That Could Support Life
Scientists have discovered GJ 3378b, a nearby Super-Earth located 25 light-years away that orbits within its star's habitable zone, making it a promising target in the search for extraterrestrial life.
Negombo Prison Clash Leaves Two Dead, 35 Inmates Hospitalized
Two inmates have died and 35 others were hospitalized after a clash between two groups of inmates at Negombo Prison.
Sri Lanka Army Launches Islandwide Dengue Prevention Drive
The Sri Lanka Army has deployed more than 2,000 personnel for an islandwide dengue prevention and awareness campaign covering high-risk areas across the country.
Showers Expected Across Several Parts of Sri Lanka Today
The Department of Meteorology forecasts several spells of showers in parts of Sri Lanka today, along with strong winds reaching up to 50 km/h in several districts.
Two Fishermen Rescued After Fishing Boat Accident Off Trincomalee Coast
The Sri Lanka Navy rescued a father and son after their fishing boat met with an accident off the Trincomalee coast, while the search continues for another fisherman.
40 Killed, 11 Injured After Passenger Bus Plunges Into Ravine in Pakistan
At least 40 people were killed and 11 others injured after a passenger bus plunged into a rocky ravine while travelling from Quetta to Peshawar in Pakistan.
Former Navy Commander Wasantha Karannagoda Arrested by Bribery Commission
Former Navy Commander Wasantha Karannagoda has been arrested by the Bribery Commission over an investigation linked to the recruitment and overseas training of Yoshitha Rajapaksa.
11 Shop Owners Fined for Selling Cigarettes to Schoolchildren in Kilinochchi
The Kilinochchi Magistrate’s Court has fined 11 shop owners Rs. 20,000 each for selling cigarettes to schoolchildren, while warrants were issued for two others.
Sri Lanka’s Dengue Cases Surpass 56,000; Death Toll Rises to 35
Sri Lanka has reported more than 56,000 dengue cases and 35 deaths so far this year, with over 1,000 new infections recorded in the past 24 hours.
Court Orders Suresh Salley to Provide Phone and Laptop Passwords to CID
The Fort Magistrate has directed former SIS Director Suresh Salley to provide the passwords for his phones and laptop to the CID for further investigations.
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