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Newest first · UTC+11:00Navy launches rescue mission after Iranian vessel accident off Galle - DailyNews
Update: Sri Lanka Navy conducts rescue operation for 30 crew members from a distressed Iranian vessel near the Galle maritime boundary. The rescued crew have been admitted to Galle Karapitiya Hospital, while the Sri Lanka Air Force supports ongoing search efforts.
Sandara Park’s camp denies Park Bom’s drug use allegations
MANILA, Philippines — Sandara Park has dismissed accusations made by fellow former 2NE1 member Park Bom as “groundless” after Bom shared a handwritten social media letter alleging she had been labeled a “drug addict” to conceal alleged drug issues involving Park.
Lifestyle & Culture | South China Morning Post
Party sober? Asia’s bars and drink giants shift gears as Gen Z ditch alcoholAs young Asians turn more health-conscious and watch their spending, drinks giants and bars are planning more low- and no-alcohol options.
Health & Environment | South China Morning Post
Long and short of it: why Okinawa lost crown as Japan’s island of longevityOkinawan men fell from first to 43rd while women slipped to 16th in the last life expectancy survey, a slide that is expected to continue.
LG H&H beverage unit posts first loss since Coca-Cola deal
LG Household & Health Care reported the first quarterly operating loss in its beverage division since acquiring the local Coca-Cola bottling business nearly two decades ago, a setback that prompted the company to trim headcount in the unit.
BlackRock takes 5% stake in HLB amid FDA review
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has become the second-largest shareholder of Korean biotechnology firm HLB, amid the US Food and Drug Administration's review of its liver cancer drug.
Ecuador launches joint anti-drug operations with US
Ecuadorian and US military forces have launched joint operations against "narco-terrorism" in Ecuador. (Supplied: US Southern Command)
SoCal fertility doc who attended Biden SOTU as Dem’s guest ‘kidnapped’ couples’ embryos, suit says
A Southern California fertility doctor who attended President Biden’s 2024 State of the Union address as the guest of a Democratic California congressman has been accused in a bombshell lawsuit of making off with dozens of couples’ embryos.
‘Everyone is scared’: arson fears grip Japan’s Muslim community
It started with social media posts falsely blaming Muslims for building violations. Then came the fires
Sport News and Updates | South China Morning Post
Vivian Siu went through a ‘dark time’ after her mother died of cancer. But the Hong Kong native got her life back on track, became a racing-car driver and in 2023 made history at the 2023 Macau Grand Prix.
Mets’ Francisco Lindor takes rehab step in right direction with another coming quickly
PORT ST. LUCIE — Francisco Lindor, sidelined following surgery for a broken hamate bone in his left hand, played catch for the first time since the injury Monday and is expected to begin taking full swings by Wednesday, Carlos Mendoza said.
Children's cupcake stand dobbed in to Queensland authorities
By Craig Zonca and Loretta Ryan
Health | South China Morning Post
Want to feel happier? Watch Spirited Away or play Zelda, new study saysStudio Ghibli films and games such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild can boost calm, purpose and happiness, a new study suggests.
Should you retire? The mental health benefits of working past traditional retirement age
More seniors in Hong Kong like Benny Ratnani are working past 65 not just for financial reasons, but to retain self-esteem and self-worth
Minnesota cop, dad of 2 tots dies less than 24 hours after receiving brain infection diagnosis
A Minnesota police sergeant and “devoted father” of two toddlers died less than a day after he was diagnosed with a brain infection that spread from his nose.
Drug-laced drink killing suspect qualifies as psychopath: police
A 22-year-old woman accused of drugging and killing two men in a series of motel encounters in Seoul meets the clinical critera to beconsidered a psychopath, police said Wednesday, as investigators examine whether the crimes were premeditated.
Lemony hummus with pomegranate salsa
Simple, fresh and colourful, this dip is perfect for balanced, health-conscious snacking and entertaining. It’s filled with low-GI ingredients that offer slow-releasing energy and fibre, while antioxidant-rich pomegranate and lemon add zing.
Over 650,000 bottles of water recalled after being packaged in ‘insanitary conditions’
More than 650,000 plastic bottles of water are being recalled, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Gene Solutions Announces Strategic Entry into Türkiye with Robust Real-World Evidence at the 2nd International Hereditary Cancers Congress 2026
In Partnership with ATC Genomics, the Company Presented One of Asia's Largest Real-World Datasets (n=12,281) for AI-Powered Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) and Showcased its Clinically Validated ctDNA-Powered Oncology Portfolio Across the Full Cancer Continuum for High-Risk and Hereditary Populations.
Stalemate over cleanup of thousands of tonnes of asbestos in Indigenous villages
Asbestos-contaminated material has sparked health fears in the Aboriginal communities of Namoi and Gingie. (Supplied: Walgett Shire Council)
Red Sox’s Brendan Rodgers likely headed for shoulder surgery, Alex Cora says
Boston Red Sox second baseman Brendan Rodgers (5) is tended to by a team trainer and manager Alex Cora (13) after being injured in the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game against the Minnesota Twins in Fort Myers, Fla., Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Kuwaiti health ministry announces death of a child from falling debris
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Health reported the death of a girl who succumbed to injuries sustained when debris fell in a residential area.
Man's alleged failed bid to steal copper wire lands him in hospital
Queensland Police are investigating the alleged attempt to steal copper wire in Toowoomba. (ABC Southern Qld: Kristina Harazim)
Healthcare investors keeping an eye on ‘two sessions’ for clarity on drug pricing
Healthcare and insurance sectors will see policy fine-tuning, ‘moral support’ rather than ‘groundbreaking news’ from Beijing, analysts say
More than 220m children will be obese by 2040 without drastic action, report warns
World Obesity Federation says half a billion children will be overweight and calls on governments to act to create healthier environments
Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas contesting possible 80-game drug suspension, AP source says
Philadelphia Phillies’ Johan Rojas warms up before a spring training baseball game, Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
LI diner owner feeds over 80 snowed-in hospital workers during legendary blizzard: ‘They’re my neighbor’
A quick-thinking Long Island diner owner whipped up food in record time for more than 80 snowed-in and starving hospital workers during last week’s historic blizzard — after the medical center’s kitchen staff couldn’t make it in.
Australian-made AI detects breast cancer risk previously missed: study
Dr Helen Frazer said the AI has been trained on more mammograms she could ever see in her lifetime. (ABC News: Paige Cockburn)
Illegal dumping tip off leads to insane $4m meth bust in California: ‘Operation Trash Panda’
California Gold Country cops uncovered almost 3,000 pounds of crystal meth — one of the largest seizures in US history — after a five-month multiagency operation into drug trafficking.
Mama June has new illness that could leave her immobilized
June “Mama June” Shannon is suffering from a mysterious medical issue that “could immobilize” her, Page Six can exclusively reveal.
Syngenta says it will stop making pesticide linked to Parkinson’s disease
Company will halt production of controversial paraquat weed killer by end of June as it faces thousands of lawsuits
Treatment-resistant varroa mites spread in Queensland and New South Wales
Varroa mites breed inside the cells of bee brood. (Supplied: Norma May Honey)
One state announces vaccine push as measles outbreak grows
Auto news: These are Australia's safest roads.
Letitia James demands NYU Langone resume transgender treatment for kids after hospital axes program
New York Attorney General Letitia James is ordering one of Manhattan’s largest hospitals to resume providing gender-affirming care to transgender youth, weeks after the hospital ended such treatments amid funding threats from the federal government.
Moms who do this before and during pregnancy have babies who develop faster
Talk about prenatal gains.
St. Vincent leader says Caribbean to talk to US about deadly boat strikes
SAN JOSÉ, Costa Rica (AP) — The prime minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines said Tuesday that his government did not give the U.S. authorization for a recent strike on an alleged drug boat in local waters that killed three people.
Newsom threatens California counties for failing to use his new mental health court
Governor Gavin Newsom speaks alongside local and state leaders during a press conference announcing new funding for communities across the state to address homelessness and mental health and stronger accountability measures for counties administering CARE Court during a press conference at BACS St. Regis Center in H…
Eight-year-old Australian girl dies at Japan ski resort
An Australian who died at a ski resort in Japan on Saturday has been identified as eight-year-old Chloe Jeffries from the Gold Coast.Japanese media reported Chloe's death after a snowmobile she and her mother were riding overturned near the ski resort town of Hakuba, north-west of Tokyo.She suffered serious head i…
Why a fungal disease on water dragons has reptile experts concerned
Topic:Wildlife Diseases
Why thoughtful education reform is vital for Sri Lanka’s future - DailyNews
Education lies at the heart of national development. It fuels economic growth, strengthens social unity, and supports good governance by developing a skilled and informed population. A strong education system boosts productivity, reduces poverty, improves health, fosters innovation, and empowers citizens overall. Ab…
Aged care bushfire evacuation plans are unrealistic, union warns
Evacuation plans at Bendigo Health facilities vary situationally. (ABC News: Sarah Lawrence)
Braves' Jurickson Profar faces 162-game suspension for second positive drug test, AP source says
Atlanta Braves Drake Baldwin is greeted by Jurickson Profar after hitting a solo home run in the third inning of a spring training baseball game against the Minnesota Twins in North Port, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Melbourne device could prove ‘game changing’ for sexual health
Australian researchers say they have developed the world’s first rapid test that can detect all major sexually transmitted infections on a single device.
Minnesota sues to block Trump administration’s withholding of $243 million in Medicaid funds
Minnesota on Monday sued President Donald Trump’s administration in an attempt to stop it from withholding $243 million in Medicaid spending, warning it may have to cut health care for low-income families if the funding is held back.
New York AG orders hospital to resume gender-affirming care for trans youth
New York Attorney General Letitia James attends a news conference, Dec. 15, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura, File)
Meet the tots whose parents are feeding their kids sticks of raw butter — all in the name of health
Angela Campbell’s 17-month-old daughter has expensive taste.
Columbia University doctor warns assisted suicide makes life ‘disposable’
As medical aid-in-dying laws continue to spread across the country, a New York-based physician and ethicist is warning about the dangerous ripple effects that can follow laws intended to ease suffering.
Colombian police capture 121 people in major kidnapping crackdown
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombian police on Tuesday announced the capture of 121 people charged with kidnapping and extortion in a massive operation that was conducted in various cities and provinces targeted by drug traffickers and rebel groups.
Women spend over $1600 a year on health and hygiene, new survey reveals
The average woman spends $1,639 annually on their wellness, according to new research.