Thailand’s top court orders former PM Thaksin to spend one year in jail
Thailand’s Supreme Court has ruled that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra must serve one year in prison, in a watershed case for the kingdom. The court issued its ruling on Tuesday in a review of whether Thaksin’s stay in the…
Speaker announces SC determination on President’s Entitlements (Repeal) Bill
Speaker of the Parliament, Jagath Wickramaratne, says the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has determined that no provision of the President’s Entitlements (Repeal) Bill is inconsistent with the Constitution. The Speaker announced that, as such, the Supreme Court states that…
Spain imposes arms embargo on Israel to ‘stop Gaza genocide’
Spain has announced sweeping measures against Israel, including a total arms embargo, with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez saying the move is aimed at “stopping the genocide in Gaza” and “supporting the Palestinian population”. “There is a difference between defending your…
Customs, CID probe release of ICE chemical containers
Director General of Sri Lanka Customs, Seevali Arukgoda, says a report has been called regarding the two containers containing chemicals allegedly used in the production of crystal methamphetamine (ICE) that were released from customs clearance. Seevali Arukgoda told Newswire that…
43 countries voice support, urge cooperation with Sri Lanka at UNHRC
Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath underlined the commitment and the political will of the Government for transformation in the country and to create a new political culture to advance the rights and well-being of all Sri Lankans, while addressing…
PM calls for education system to foster innovation
Education Minister, PM Harini Amarasuriya, has highlighted the importance of creating a new generation that is capable of seeking solutions to global challenges, emphasizing the need for a new education system that goes beyond the traditional framework. PM Amarasuriya stated…
Above 100 mm of rain expected in some areas today
Showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of the island after 1.00 pm today, according to the Department of Meteorology. Heavy falls of about 100 mm are likely in some places, while a few showers may occur in the…
36-year-old killed in Ganegoda
A 36-year-old man was killed in Ganegoda, within the Elpitiya Police Division, on the evening of September 8, 2025. Police said the victim, a resident of the area, had been attacked with a sharp weapon during a dispute with another…
Asia Cup 2025, Where To Watch Live: TV Channels And Live Streaming
The Asia Cup 2025, beginning Sept. 9 in the United Arab Emirates, will be broadcast and streamed across multiple platforms to reach cricket fans worldwide. The tournament will run through Sept. 28 and feature eight teams in the T20 format….
Six killed in East Jerusalem attack; Israeli forces kill 40 in Gaza
Israeli attacks across Gaza since dawn have killed at least 40 people and destroyed another high-rise in Gaza City, bringing the number of buildings razed during its campaign to seize the largest urban centre in the Gaza Strip to at…