Floods, drought and insecurity drive acute hunger for 7.5 million in Pakistan
At the top end, in the period from last December to March 2026 around 1.25 million people will be in ‘emergency’ levels of acute food insecurity, characterised by large food gaps and high levels of acute malnutrition – the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report revealed. Immediate lifesaving assistance is needed to prevent a “catastrophe”…
Study in Australia – Major University Roadshow on February 20 & 22
Students aspiring to pursue higher education in Australia will have a unique opportunity this February as Jeewa Education hosts the Australian Education Roadshow 2026, bringing together more than 30 leading Australian universities and institutions under one roof. Marking 23 Years…
“How to be a good Sri Lankan boy” Zohran Mamdani goes viral in Sri Lanka
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is gaining attention among Sri Lankan social media users following a recent Instagram and TikTok video in which he engaged in a casual street-side conversation with a Sri Lankan comedian. In the video, Mamdani…
Gas queues in some areas: Litro issues clarification
Litro Gas Lanka Ltd has assured the public that there will be no gas shortage, stating that sufficient stocks have been secured following a temporary supply disruption earlier this month. In a statement issued today (19), the company said recent…
“How to be a good Sri Lankan boy” Zohran Mamdani goes viral in Sri Lanka
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is gaining attention among Sri Lankan social media users following a recent Instagram and TikTok video in which he engaged in a casual street-side conversation with a Sri Lankan comedian. In the video, Mamdani…
Motion in Sri Lanka Parliament calls for medical care & relief for Imran Khan
An opposition Member of Parliament in Sri Lanka has tabled a motion urging the government to make a humanitarian appeal regarding the detention of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan. Ajith P. Perera, a lawmaker from the main opposition, submitted…
US Pacific Fleet Chief arrives in Sri Lanka
Admiral Steve “Web” Koehler, Commander of the US Pacific Fleet, arrived in Sri Lanka for an official visit scheduled from Feb. 19 to 21, 2026. During the visit, Admiral Koehler is expected to meet with Sri Lankan government officials and…
Mark Zuckerberg testifies in social media addiction trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared in a Los Angeles court on Wednesday, where he testified in a trial that has put his company in the spotlight over social media’s harmful effects on children. A California woman who used Meta’s Instagram…
Sri Lanka signs as countries condemning Israel’s West Bank expansion pass 100
Sri Lanka has joined more than 100 states and international organizations in signing a joint statement condemning Israel’s unilateral measures in the occupied West Bank and rejecting annexation, according to an updated list of signatories released by the Palestinian Mission…
Fonseka calls for presidential pardons in Amarakeerthi Athukorala case
Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka has made a special appeal to the President to grant a pardon to the individuals sentenced to death over the killing of former Parliamentarian Amarakeerthi Athukorala and his security officer. Speaking at a special media briefing…