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Man Convicted Over Taylor Swift Concert Attack Plot Sentenced to 15 Years
An Austrian court has sentenced a man to 15 years in prison after convicting him of plotting an attack targeting a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna.
5/30/2026
Nearly 15,000 Vesak Dansals Registered Across Sri Lanka Ahead of Vesak Festival
Nearly 15,000 Vesak Dansals have been registered across Sri Lanka ahead of the Vesak festival, while health officials urge organisers to strictly follow hygiene and public health guidelines.
5/28/2026
2025 O/L Results Expected by Mid-June, Says Exams Department
The Department of Examinations says the 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination results are expected to be released by mid-June.
5/25/2026
Sri Lanka Launches Free 30-Day ETA Scheme for Tourists from 40 Countries
Sri Lanka has introduced a free 30-day ETA scheme for tourists from 40 countries in an effort to boost international tourism and economic recovery.
5/25/2026
IMF Executive Board to Review Sri Lanka’s Progress Next Week
The IMF Executive Board is set to review Sri Lanka’s Fifth and Sixth program reviews next week as the country continues its economic recovery efforts.
5/22/2026
Uber Launches New Hybrid Subscription Model for Moto and Tuk Drivers in Sri Lanka
Uber has introduced a new hybrid subscription model for Moto and Tuk drivers in Sri Lanka, offering flexible payment options and zero percent commission on trips.
5/21/2026
Hellmann and MAS Holdings Launch Major Fashion Logistics Hub in Sri Lanka
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics and MAS Holdings are launching a major fashion logistics hub in Sri Lanka to strengthen regional apparel supply chains.
5/21/2026
Scientists Warn AI Could Reduce Human Thinking Ability
Experts warn that excessive dependence on AI tools could weaken human curiosity and critical thinking skills.
5/20/2026
Sri Lankan Rupee Falls Further as Dollar Selling Rate Surpasses Rs. 342
The US dollar selling rate has risen above Rs. 342 as the Sri Lankan rupee continues to depreciate.
5/20/2026
Sri Lanka’s Tourism Revenue Falls Nearly 20% in Early 2026
Sri Lanka’s tourism earnings fell by nearly 20% during the first four months of 2026, according to Central Bank data.
5/18/2026
TikTok Pulls Back AI Video Summaries After Users Mock Strange Errors
TikTok has reduced its AI-generated video summary feature after users mocked several bizarre and inaccurate descriptions created by the platform
5/18/2026
‘Sonic the Hedgehog 4’ Finishes Filming as Metal Sonic First Look Revealed
Filming for “Sonic the Hedgehog 4” has officially wrapped, with director Jeff Fowler revealing the first look at Metal Sonic.
5/18/2026
Sri Lanka Targets Global Green Energy Market with Hydrogen and Ammonia Push
Sri Lanka has launched a major initiative to attract global investors for Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia projects as part of its renewable energy transition.
5/18/2026
Pan Asia Bank Reports Record Deposit and Loan Growth in Q1 2026
Pan Asia Bank has reported record quarterly growth in deposits and loans during Q1 2026, with Profit Before Tax rising 13% to Rs. 1.65 billion.
5/15/2026
Scientists Discover Southeast Asia’s Largest Dinosaur in Thailand
Scientists in Thailand have uncovered fossils of the largest dinosaur ever discovered in Southeast Asia, a giant sauropod estimated to be nearly 90 feet long.
5/15/2026
‘Fast & Furious’ TV Series Officially in Development for Peacock
NBCUniversal has confirmed that a new “Fast & Furious” television series is currently being developed for the Peacock streaming platform.
5/15/2026
Man Jailed for Stealing Unreleased Beyoncé Music from Car
A man has been sentenced to prison after stealing hard drives containing unreleased Beyoncé music from a vehicle during her 2025 Atlanta tour.
5/15/2026
Dialog Enterprise Partners with Seceon to Boost AI-Powered Cybersecurity in Sri Lanka
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5/13/2026
Jacqueline Fernandez Withdraws Plea to Become Approver in Money Laundering Case
Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez has withdrawn her plea to become an approver in the Rs. 200 crore money laundering case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekar.
5/13/2026
EU Considers Social Media Restrictions for Children
The European Union is exploring possible new laws to limit children’s access to social media platforms amid growing concerns over online safety and mental health.
5/12/2026