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Medications often prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder seem to work differently than science previously thought. A study published in December by researchers at the Washington University School of Medicine in the United States has found that drugs commonly prescribed for ADHD — such as Ritalin or …
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government has commenced necessary measures to maintain preschool education under a framework, align preschool education with a unified curriculum, conduct teacher training in a systematic manner, and ensure quality standards.
City to host 2,500 delegates from more than 65 jurisdictions at Asia-Pacific Association for International Education conference
Analysts expect policy will signal to Europe that Beijing is interested in serious trade relations and is a good partner
Tai Po Baptist Public School principal Siu Ting says pupils expected to begin classes for coming academic year at new premises
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The trade war, weak domestic demand and stronger policy support push more firms to invest overseas, with growing implications for currency
Rugby For Good, an Operation Santa Claus beneficiary, uses sport to help students of all backgrounds find common ground on and off the field
Senior Lecturer Saman Rajapaksha has been recognised for the fourth consecutive year as one of the most successful directors of centres and units.
Wedding betrothal advertisement emblazoned on public bus sparks public anger; officials order institution to stop marketing campaign
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Sri Lanka U17 cap Lahiru Lakmal starred for Christ King College, Ja-Ela, leading them to a 10-wicket victory over P. De S. Kularathna College, Ambalangoda in the Under-19 Two-Day Inter-Schools cricket fixture conducted by the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with sponsorship from Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.
Principles of Library and Information Science, compiled by Dr. G. D. Amarasiri, former Director of the National Library and Documentation Services Board, is a Sarasavi publication that offers an overview of key concepts in library and information science. The book covers types of libraries, services, management, pol…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that the government is dedicated to creating an education system that does not impose a burden on parents or cause distress for children.
There is no dispute about the Buddhist symbol used in the school text book under new educational reforms and the symbol used has been officially approved by the Ministry of Buddhist Affairs, Prime Minister and Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya informed Parliament ye…
The Pahathamaluwa Perahera marking the second day of the annual Duruthu Maha Perahera festival of the historic Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara was held yesterday with Chief Basnayake Nilame, Dhammika Attygalle carrying the Sacred Relic Casket. Picture shows IGP Priyantha Weerasooriya offering flowers to the sacred relics …
Indian Army’s Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi paid an official visit to the Army War College on January 8, marking a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral military cooperation and professional military education. He was received by Army War College Commandant Major General D.K.R.N.S…
Linda McMahon, the nation’s secretary of education, says public schools are failing.
Hong Kong Special Schools Council organises golf tournament to raise awareness of group and funds for institutions
The former child star’s mommy group is rumoured to include Mandy Moore, whose family the Duffs hosted after a fire
Police said the teenager had posted the offer online and intended to use the money to cover her tuition
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya announced in Parliament today (09) that web links will no longer be included in educational modules for the second and third school terms.
Students raised money for Operation Santa Claus, helping 13 charities and victims of the deadly fire in Tai Po
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has strongly criticised U.S. foreign policy under President Donald Trump and urged the world not to let the world order disintegrate into a “den of robbers” where the unscrupulous take what they want.
All schools located in Divisional Secretariat Divisions within the Badulla District have been instructed to close early by 11.00 a.m. today (09), following adverse weather conditions.
The Women and Child Affairs Minister Savithri Paulraj told Parliament yesterday since the pre-school subject remains a provincial council subject, steps will be taken to formulate a single national policy for pre-schools.
Prime Minister Dr.Harini Amarasuriya stated yesterday (8) that the government intends to use the No-Confidence Motion planned by the opposition as an opportunity to further explain the Government’s education policies to the public, despite the opposition knowing the motion will be defeated. The Prime Minister noted …
Education Ministry Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewa stated yesterday (9) that while an internal investigation could easily identify who included a controversial website link in the Grade 6 English module, the Ministry requested a Criminal Investigation Department (CID) probe to determine if a conspiracy was involved.
Chandupa Kavisha of Dharmasoka College Ambalangoda scored a brilliant double century against St. Sylvester’s College Kandy in their Under-19 Two-Day Inter-Schools fixture yesterday, but the match ended in a draw. The left-handed opener compiled 203 runs off 261 balls, hitting 17 boundaries and 54 sixes.
Sri Lanka has taken a significant step toward strengthening its digital economy and innovation landscape with high-level discussions held at the Parliamentary Complex between representatives of the University of Oulu, Finland the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, and senior government leadership.
LB Finance PLC earned distinguished recognition at the 4th International Conference on Sustainable and Digital Business 2025 (ICSDB 2025), organised by the SLIIT Business School was held on December 11-12, at Waters Edge, Sri Lanka.
Two quarter finals of the Under 13 division 2 inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket will be played at Mahara and Boyagane today.
A discussion was held on Wednesday(7) at the Parliamentary Complex between representatives of the University of Oulu, Finland, and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras, together with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eng. Eranga Weeraratne.
ADHS-Medikamente wirken offenbar anders als gedacht: Eine neue große Bildgebungsstudie von einem Team der Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis zeigt, dass Stimulanzien wie Ritalin und Adderall vor allem Wachheit und Belohnungssystem ankurbeln – und nicht direkt die Aufmerksamkeitsnetzwerke im Gehirn.
Lee Woo Sing College’s student union is latest group at university to cease operations
General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army, accompanied by his spouse, Mrs. Sunita Dwivedi, paid an official visit to the Army War College on 08 January 2026, in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral military cooperation and professional military education.
The Department of Examinations has announced that the remaining subjects of the 2025 General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A/L) examination, postponed due to recent disaster-related disruptions, will be held from January 12 to January 20, 2026.
An ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in her car shortly after she dropped off her 6-year-old son at school
Caltech has announced Dr. Ray Jayawardhana, provost of Johns Hopkins University and a renowned astrophysicist, as its next President, making him the tenth leader in the Institute’s 105-year history. He will assume office on July 1, 2026.
Pong Yat-ming to be tried for violating Education Ordinance by hosting a Spanish class at his bookstore, Book Punch, in April last year
The MMC–ITN Campus has taken a significant step forward in the development of Sri Lanka’s media education sector, marking a new phase of growth and international engagement. The announcement was made yesterday (07) by the Ministry of Mass Media.
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Predictably, the issues have since been politicised. The Opposition has seized upon it as a weapon, while Government defenders retreat into denial or conspiracy theories. This toxic atmosphere could have been entirely avoided had the reform process been transparent and inclusive from the outset.
Prime Minister and Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya requested Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa not to raise the controversial Grade 6 English syllabus issue repeatedly and try to create doubts about the entire education reforms.
Says made to languish for hours at Battaramulla office Maldives will be forced to revise its visa policy for SL professionals
St. Benedict’s College Kotahena and Rahula College Matara recorded wins in the Under-19 Inter-Schools Two-Day Tournament yesterday.
LOLC Divi Saviya successfully concluded the first phase of ‘Obai, Mamai, Ape Ratai,’ making a significant impact on Sri Lanka’s ongoing recovery from the devastating Cyclone Ditwah by distributing family super packs across six districts, covering 69 divisional secretariats.
Following the successful extraction of former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores from Caracas in the dead of night by the United States (US) Delta Force on Saturday, President Donald Trump is now touting the “Donroe Doctrine” (a play on words from the Monroe Doctrine infusing a part of Tru…
The Opposition has decided to bring a No-Confidence Motion (NCM) to Parliament against Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, stating that the current government’s education reforms are having an adverse impact on children’s education.
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