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Newest first · UTC+11:00Khairiya Ahadiya School holds prize giving - DailyNews
The Khairiya Ahadiya School (Clifton Lane Islamic Instruction Society) held its 68th anniversary and prize giving ceremony at the Tower Hall, Maradana, Colombo, recently. It was held under the patronage of the Principal M.Z.M. Zainul Abdeen.
Mahajana girls champions - DailyNews
The Mahajana College, Tellippalai, Jaffna, representing the Northern Province, were crowned overall girls champions of the All-Island Inter-School Football Championship 2025 (Under-20) following the conclusion of the tournament held under the patronage of the Ministry of Education.
St. Anne’s beat De Mazenod by eight wickets - DailyNews
St. Anne’s College Kurunegala beat De Mazenod College Kandana by eight wickets in their fixture of the Under 19 Two days inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket on Saturday.
Rebuild Pera Donor Conference this week - DailyNews
The University of Peradeniya will host the Rebuild Pera Donor Conference to outline the recovery and rehabilitation programme for its structures damaged by Cyclone Ditwah.
O/Level tuition classes to stop at midnight on February 11 - DailyNews
Tuition classes for the GCE Ordinary Level – 2025 (2026) examination will be prohibited from midnight on Wednesday (11) until the examination is concluded, Examination Commissioner General Indika Liyanage said yesterday.
Kingswood, Christ King record wins at U-19 two-day Cricket - DailyNews
Kingswood College Kandy and Christ King College Ja Ela recorded wins in their fixture of the Under 19 two-day inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with the sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.
Letters | UK needs an independent China policy, not just a Trump hedge
Readers discuss the British prime minister’s visit to Beijing, allies drifting away from Washington, and the blame game over narcotics
My Take | Bus seat belt law not at the end of the road despite fiasco of the first attempt
Legal blunder that saw legislation repealed is a blessing in disguise. Problems faced by passengers need to be considered and the policy improved
Japan workshop helps young voters spot deepfakes ahead of general election
Digital platforms are trying to curb the adverse impact of disinformation and fake news on Generation Z ahead of Japan’s election on Sunday
Foreigners flock to China for cheaper medical treatment, drawn by free visa policy
Number of foreign visits to mainland hospitals spikes to 1.28 million in 2025, a rise of 73 per cent on the number 3 years ago
Pentagon ditches Harvard as Hegseth declares university too ‘woke’
The defence secretary says the Ivy League university ‘no longer meets the needs of the War Department or the military services’.
Government to upgrade and modernize technical colleges in all 25 districts - DailyNews
The Government has decided to modernize and develop 25 technical colleges across all districts in Sri Lanka in line with contemporary global standards, marking a major transformation in the country’s vocational education sector.
Editorial | Hong Kong is right to hold the line against US vaccine scepticism
As Hong Kong steps up its fight against viral hepatitis, health authorities are right not to follow a US policy shift on the hepatitis B vaccine
Govt rejects sanctions imposed by UK on four persons - Minister - DailyNews
Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath informed Parliament that the Government rejects sanctions imposed by the United Kingdom (UK) on four people including Sri Lanka’s military chiefs and will act in accordance with international law in accordance with the Government’s clear interna…
Russian School of Music Celebrates Orthodox Christmas with Annual Concert - DailyNews
The Russian School of Music successfully held its annual music concert themed around Orthodox Christmas, celebrating the rich musical and cultural traditions associated with this significant occasion. Orthodox Christmas is traditionally observed on January 7, and in keeping with this tradition, the concert was held …
Basith’s six wickets put Richmond in control against Wesley - DailyNews
Nethuja Basith of Richmond College, Galle produced a fine bowling performance, claiming 6 wickets for 49 runs against Wesley College, Colombo in their Under-19 two-day inter-schools cricket fixture yesterday.
Awareness training workshop for JPs - DailyNews
An awareness training workshop aimed at developing the knowledge, attitudes, and skills of Justices of the Peace, organised by the Kurunegala Sathkorala Justices of the Peace Association, will be held at the Kurunegala Maliyadeva Model School on Saturday (7) from 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m., under the leadership of Sath…
सुप्रीम कोर्ट बनाम वॉट्सऐप: प्राइवेसी पॉलिसी पर छिड़ा विवाद
इसी हफ्ते सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने वॉट्सऐप और उसकी मालिक कंपनी मेटा की डाटा‑शेयरिंग और प्राइवेसी पॉलिसी पर कड़ी नाराजगी जताई है. कोर्ट ने साफ किया कि किसी भी भारतीय नागरिक के प्राइवेसी अधिकार के साथ छेड़छाड़ बर्दाश्त नहीं की जाएगी. व्हाट्सएप डाटा साझा करने के नाम पर निजी जानकारी का दुरुपयोग नहीं कर सकता.
Japura Marketing Alumni launches the fourth phase of Corporate Mentoring for undergraduates - DailyNews
The Marketing Alumni Association (MAA) of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura launched the fourth phase of its Corporate Mentoring Program on 29 January 2026 at the university premises. The program is a joint initiative of the MAA and the Department of Marketing Management and is the first of its kind within the S…
Hong Kong teachers to be given 1 year to obtain practising certificates
Education chief says government will be ‘tolerant’ as it expects large number of applications and schools need time to adjust to new policy
President’s Fund allocates Rs. 1.9 billion for schoolchildren affected by Cyclone Ditwah - DailyNews
The President’s Fund has allocated Rs. 1.925 billion to provide financial assistance to schoolchildren in all districts affected by Cyclone Ditwah. The aid, which includes a Rs. 10,000 grant per student, has been fully disbursed in several districts, with assistance for remaining areas expected soon.
Indonesian finance minister pushes back after Moody’s rating cut
Moody’s has downgraded Indonesia’s credit rating outlook to negative from stable, citing reduced predictability in policymaking
Chamudi’s century steers Sri Pragnananda to victory over Mahamaya - DailyNews
Chamudi Prabodha of Sri Pragnananda Maha Vidyalaya Kumbukkana scored a brilliant century against Mahamaya Girls’ College Kandy in their first round fixture of the Under-19 Girls’ Division One Inter-Schools Cricket Tournament yesterday.
Oxford Chester Uni of Higher Education opens at Gangaramaya Educational hub - DailyNews
The Head Office of Oxford Chester Uni of Higher Education was opened at the Gangaramaya Educational Hub, located within the premises of the Gangaramaya Temple, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s higher education landscape.
Royal and Wickramashila shine at Junior National Fencing - DailyNews
The Wickramashila National School, Giriulla girls’ team pose with their trophies after clinching the championship at the 10th Junior National Fencing Tournament in Colombo.
Hameed Al Husseinie Under-20 Soccer champs - DailyNews
The Hameed Al Husseinie College emerged champions of the All-Island Under 20 Football Championship , organised by the Ministry of Education at the Prison Grounds, Anuradhapura recently. Hameed Al Husseinie defeated St. Xavier’s College 1-0 in the final.Twenty seven teams from nine provinces participated.
St. Peter’s post 194 against St. Aloysius - DailyNews
St. Peter’s College, Bambalapitiya scored 194 runs against St. Aloysius’ College, Galle in the Under-19 Two-Day Inter-Schools Cricket Tournament conducted by the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association, with sponsorship from Sri Lanka Cricket, yesterday.
Leitura tem queda dramática – e preocupante – pelo mundo
Uma queda vertiginosa no número de leitores está atingindo diversas partes do planeta – e a tendência é preocupante. De acordo com um estudo da Universidade da Flórida e do University College London, da Inglaterra, a quantidade de pessoas nos Estados Unidos que mantêm o hábito da leitura por prazer caiu mais de 40% …
Exclusive | Jeffrey Epstein funded Hong Kong scholar’s search for ‘mind reading’, files show
Documents released by US Justice Department show years-long email correspondence and meetings in person, with financier providing funds
PM directs immediate halt to school-level fund collection for Smart Boards - DailyNews
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya today (05) directed that the collection of money from parents at school level for Smart Boards be stopped immediately, stating that the government has already begun distributing the required equipment to schools under new education reforms.
‘Bali is so dirty’: waste woes under scrutiny after Prabowo warning
Experts point to structural problems endemic to the issue, such as overtourism, lack of enforcement and insufficient education among locals
Indian activist wins US$1 million prize for transforming slum schools through art
Rouble Nagi wins the 2026 Global Teacher Prize for opening 800 slum centres and using art to provide free education across India
Gazette released: Online applications open for graduate teachers recruitment - DailyNews
The Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education has officially released two extraordinary gazettes announcing competitive examinations for recruitment to the Sri Lanka Teachers Service.
Hong Kong teachers withdrew HK$8.4 billion from pension funds in past school year
Withdrawals fell by 3.4 per cent from year before, marking third consecutive annual decline as emigration slows
Exams or election? Japan’s young voters face ‘extremely unreasonable’ choice
Opposition members have criticised Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for holding an election during the university entrance exam period
Opinion | The world must act on space debris. Hong Kong can play a leading role
As China’s superconnector, the city can advance space sustainability by offering its legal, regulatory, academic and financial expertise
Peterite Asadisa notches up second century - DailyNews
Asadisa De Silva of St. Peter’s College, Bambalapitiya, scored his second century of the season in the Under-19 Two-Day Inter Schools Cricket Tournament yesterday. He remained unbeaten on 125 against Thurstan College, Colombo.
Asian International clinch Junior Boys’ Indoor Rowing Title - DailyNews
Asian International School (AIS), the pioneer international school in rowing in Sri Lanka, won yet another major title when they clinch the Junior Boys’ Championship at the National Indoor Rowing Championship 2026, organised by the Amateur Rowing Association of Sri Lanka and held at the Rowing Headquarters in Diyawa…
Rashmi scores century for Devapathiraja - DailyNews
Rashmi Nethranjali of Devapathiraja College Rathgama made a century against Mahamaya College Kandy in their first round fixture of the Under 19 Girl’s Division One Inter Schools Cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket.
Donation of a house to a needy family - DailyNews
A new house was built and handed over to a needy family with two young school-going children in Gonagamara, Buttala, yesterday (04) with the initiative and financial donation of Wimal Silva, Chairman of Powernet Pvt. Ltd.
Epstein files reveal proposal for Tsinghua University campus in Boston
Prominent figures affiliated with the top Chinese university and Harvard discuss the plans in newly released emails
Gov't urged to shift away from using schools as evacuation centers
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President calls for "major transformation" in education - DailyNews
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has called for a “major transformational era” within the education sector, declaring his administration’s readiness to overhaul the system to meet modern challenges.
3 Hong Kong pupils probed for drinking, overnight stay in separate room on tour
Girl and two boys allegedly slipped away from teacher supervision, rented separate room at another location to drink alcohol and stayed there until the following morning
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Module introduced for Grade 6 has not been withdrawn - PM - DailyNews
Prime Minister and Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament that no module introduced for Grade 6 has been withdrawn under the new education reforms yesterday (3). The Prime Minister expressed her views on this matter in response to a question posed by Sama…
School DOs call off fast after President’s response - DailyNews
The nine-day hunger strike carried out by School Development Officers was temporarily called off following a meeting held with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday (3). The decision was taken after the Development Officers received a positive response from the President during the discussions.
Horizon Under-17 Girls cager champions - DailyNews
Horizon College International (HCI), Malabe, emerged champions of The Inter-international Schools of Sri Lanka (TISSL) Under-17 Girls Basketball Tournament after defeating Elizabeth Moir School (EMS) by 64–38 in the final, played in Colombo recently.