[2025-12-17 22:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Australia charges surviving gunman in Bondi Beach attack

Snippet: Police in Australia said Tuesday they charged the surviving suspected gunman who opened fire on a Jewish event on Sydney's Bondi Beach with 59 offenses, including a terror charge.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/australia-charges-surviving-gunman-in-bondi-beach-attack/a-75193722

[2025-12-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Deadly Indonesia fire fuels claims of ‘back-room dealings’ on safety

Snippet: Unions blame bribery for lax enforcement after 22 workers died in a burning Jakarta office building with no emergency exits

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3336766/deadly-indonesia-fire-fuels-claims-back-room-dealings-safety

[2025-12-17 19:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singaporean community in Hong Kong comes together to help Tai Po fire victims

Snippet: HK$1.83 million donation will go to city government’s relief fund for victims of last month’s inferno at Wang Fuk Court estate

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3336758/singapore-community-hong-kong-comes-together-help-tai-po-fire-victims

[2025-12-17 14:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Japan provides $2.5 Mn emergency grant to support cyclone affected communities - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government of Japan has extended an Emergency Grant of 2.5 million USD to Sri Lanka to support communities affected by the recent cyclone.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/local/916665/japan-provides-2-5-mn-emergency-grant-to-support-cyclone-affected-communities/

[2025-12-17 12:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 3 injured, over 100 evacuated after fire breaks out in Hong Kong flat

Snippet: Fire has been extinguished, with police suspecting it was caused by 40-year-old woman burning incense

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3336694/3-injured-over-100-evacuated-after-fire-breaks-out-hong-kong-flat

[2025-12-17 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Rappler staff

Snippet: BrandRap Is the tote bag the most democratic bag? We asked Rappler staff about their picks Exclusive Events Watch the exclusive discussion on Rappler’s flood control investigations Dec 17, 2025 9:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Exclusive Events Join us in person for our Rappler+ briefing: Inside Rappler’s flood control investigation Dec 3, 2025 10:14 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Inside the Newsroom]

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/staff/

[2025-12-17 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Bondi beach attack: a reminder for Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: The world witnessed another horrific act of terrorism when at least 16 people, including a shooter, were killed, and as many as 42 others were hospitalised after 50-year-old Sajid Akram and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram opened fire on a crowd at a Hanukkah event at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on Sunday evening.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/general-opinion/916405/bondi-beach-attack-a-reminder-for-sri-lanka/

[2025-12-17 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: cyclone causes Rs. 75 billion in damages to RDA - DailyNews

Snippet: The Road Development Authority (RDA) has incurred a loss of around Rs.75 billion due to the destruction of roads and bridges caused by the disaster situation that occurred across the country Transport and Highways and Urban Development Ministry officials stated.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/local/916558/cyclone-causes-rs-75-billion-in-damages-to-rda/

[2025-12-17 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: When the rain would not stop - DailyNews

Snippet: Cyclone Ditwah did not feel like an unpredictable act of nature for the families across Sri Lanka who lost homes, loved ones, and livelihoods. It felt like something far more familiar: the consequence of a crisis they did not create.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/general-opinion/916396/when-the-rain-would-not-stop/

[2025-12-17 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Norway donates US$ 2.4 Mn for cyclone-hit communities in SL - DailyNews

Snippet: Norway is providing more than US$ 2.4 million to assist those affected by severe flooding in Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/local/916249/norway-donates-us-2-4-mn-for-cyclone-hit-communities-in-sl/

[2025-12-17 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Damaged Nayawala Bridge to be repaired - DailyNews

Snippet: Due to the adverse weather conditions caused by Cyclone Ditwah, the bridge over the Kehelgamu oya, on the Horakada-Dagampitiya road in the Ambagamuwa Divisional Secretariat Division, in the Nuwara Eliya District, was damaged.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/local/916301/damaged-nayawala-bridge-to-be-repaired/

[2025-12-17 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Mattresses distributed to 500 families in Anuradhapura - DailyNews

Snippet: A programme to provide mattresses to 500 families in Anuradhapura who were displaced due to the cyclone was held yesterday (16) at the historic Ruwanweli Seya Temple.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/local/916180/mattresses-distributed-to-500-families-in-anuradhapura/

[2025-12-17 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Two thousand families to receive Rs. 25,000 each for cleaning their houses - DailyNews

Snippet: Nuwara Eliya District Secretary Thushari Tennakoon said steps have been taken to handover Rs. 25,000 each to 2,000 families who were affected by the cyclone in the district. The funds will be obtained through the Divisional Secretariats and will go towards cleaning their houses.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/local/916205/two-thousand-families-to-receive-rs-25000-each-for-cleaning-their-houses/

[2025-12-17 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Schools in six provinces reopen - DailyNews

Snippet: Schools in the Western, Southern, Northern, North Central, Eastern and Sabaragamuwa Provinces that were closed after Cyclone Ditwah were reopened for the second phase of the third term yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/local/916223/schools-in-six-provinces-reopen/

[2025-12-17 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Hatton National Bank donates Rs. 100 Mn to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund - DailyNews

Snippet: The ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, launched to support communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah and to facilitate national recovery efforts, continues to attract generous support from local and international organizations, the business community and philanthropists.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/local/916535/hatton-national-bank-donates-rs-100-mn-to-rebuilding-sri-lanka-fund/

[2025-12-17 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Union Chemicals donates Rs. 1 Mn to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund - DailyNews

Snippet: The ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, established to restore the livelihoods of people affected by Cyclone Ditwah and to rebuild the country in the aftermath of the disaster, continues to receive daily contributions from local and international organizations, business entities and philanthropists.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/17/local/916526/union-chemicals-donates-rs-1-mn-to-rebuilding-sri-lanka-fund/

[2025-12-17 03:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Philippines’ Marcos lauds helper returning home after deadly Hong Kong fire

Snippet: Country’s top envoy in Hong Kong says Philippine president met Rhodora Alcaraz, praised her for role in saving employer’s baby

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3336678/philippines-marcos-lauds-helper-returning-home-after-deadly-hong-kong-fire

[2025-12-17 00:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can UN anti-corruption pact bring Zaldy Co back to Philippines?

Snippet: The former lawmaker, who is facing charges linked to the Philippines’ flood control scandal, is suspected to have fled to Portugal

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3336671/philippines-weighs-using-un-anti-corruption-treaty-zaldy-cos-extradition

[2025-12-16 23:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Clowns bring laughter to children in Turkish earthquake zone

Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/clowns-bring-laughter-to-children-in-turkish-earthquake-zone/video-75173153

[2025-12-16 20:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Xi offers ‘strong support’ for Hong Kong efforts after Lai trial: John Lee

Snippet: President also calls on Hong Kong to proactively align with the nation’s 15th five-year plan; extends condolences to families of victims of Tai Po fire

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3336632/xi-calls-hong-kong-align-15th-five-year-plan-hails-city-governments-work

[2025-12-16 16:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Just say thank you’: Malaysians fume as Indonesian minister belittles flood aid

Snippet: Tito Karnavian dismissed the US$60,000 aid package as ‘not much’ compared to Jakarta’s own disaster response, touching a raw nerve online

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3336584/malaysians-fume-indonesian-minister-belittles-flood-aid-just-say-thank-you

[2025-12-16 15:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Emirates launches relief airbridge to Sri Lanka after deadly cyclone - DailyNews

Snippet: Emirates and Dubai Humanitarian have launched a humanitarian airbridge to rush emergency aid to Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, the airline announced Monday

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/local/915788/emirates-launches-relief-airbridge-to-sri-lanka-after-deadly-cyclone/

[2025-12-16 15:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government grants special leave to officials affected by floods and landslide - DailyNews

Snippet: The government has decided to grant special leave to state officials who were unable to report to work due to floods, landslides, and road blockages caused by Cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/local/915778/government-grants-special-leave-to-officials-affected-by-floods-and-landslide/

[2025-12-16 14:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: COSP11: On global stage, PH touts response to flood control corruption scandal

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/remulla-touts-response-flood-control-scandal-united-nations-anti-corruption-convention-cosp11/

[2025-12-16 14:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong classical concert to pay tribute to fallen Tai Po firefighter

Snippet: Proceeds from the December 22 show, featuring some of Hong Kong’s biggest classical musicians, will go to the family of Ho Wai-ho

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3336562/hong-kong-classical-concert-raise-money-family-firefighter-lost-tai-po-fire

[2025-12-16 13:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong police deployed to Tai Po fire site show resilience: psychologist

Snippet: Frontline officers are coping emotionally, despite inevitable triggers and strains of investigating catastrophic Wang Fuk Court blaze

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3336539/hong-kong-police-deployed-tai-po-fire-site-show-resilience-psychologist

[2025-12-16 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Turning point for a climate-smart, AI-driven plantation economy - DailyNews

Snippet: Cyclone Ditva has shaken Sri Lanka with a scale of devastation never recorded in recent history. Hillsides gave way under torrents of water, rivers spilled into villages, and rural livelihoods were swept into uncertainty. From the Central Highlands to the lower valleys, communities are still counting the losses—homes destroyed, power lines downed, roads buried under earth slips, and families left with nothing but the clothes they carried to safety.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/general-opinion/915290/turning-point-for-a-climate-smart-ai-driven-plantation-economy/

[2025-12-16 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Most schools will reopen today - DailyNews

Snippet: Although schools will be reopened today (16) following the cyclone, provincial authorities have been given the opportunity to reopen their schools depending on the existing situation and facilities available, Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewa said yesterday (15).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/breaking-news/915553/most-schools-will-reopen-today/

[2025-12-16 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Asgiri Mahanayaka Thera donates Rs. 1.75 Mn to flood-affected Undergraduates - DailyNews

Snippet: The Most Venerable Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana Mahanayaka Thera of the Asgiri Chapter, yesterday (15) donated Rs. 1.75 million to 350 students of the University of Peradeniya’s Faculty of Arts, whose educational materials were destroyed by floods and landslides.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/local/915378/asgiri-mahanayaka-thera-donates-rs-1-75-mn-to-flood-affected-undergraduates/

[2025-12-16 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Lankan Army appreciates work of Indian Army Engineers in bridge-restoration in Jaffna - DailyNews

Snippet: The Indian Army continues to assist in the rescue and relief operations in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. On Friday, Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lankan Army visited the Chilaw Bridge Site.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/local/915588/lankan-army-appreciates-work-of-indian-army-engineers-in-bridge-restoration-in-jaffna/

[2025-12-16 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sajith seeks ADB assistance for cyclone victims - DailyNews

Snippet: Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa met yesterday with the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Country Director for Sri Lanka, Takafumi Kadono, to discuss providing relief to those affected by Cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/politics/915598/sajith-seeks-adb-assistance-for-cyclone-victims/

[2025-12-16 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Emirates and Dubai Humanitarian launch airbridge to transport urgent relief aid - DailyNews

Snippet: Emirates and Dubai Humanitarian have established an airbridge to Sri Lanka, transporting urgent relief aid to support those affected by the devastating Cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/business/915169/emirates-and-dubai-humanitarian-launch-airbridge-to-transport-urgent-relief-aid/

[2025-12-16 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: EFITA donates Rs. 20 Mn to strengthen ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund following ‘Ditwah’ devastation - DailyNews

Snippet: The Essential Food Importers and Traders Association (EFITA) yesterday donated Rs. 20 million to strengthen the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund implemented by the government for rebuilding the country following the severe devastation caused by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/local/915606/efita-donates-rs-20-mn-to-strengthen-rebuilding-sri-lanka-fund-following-ditwah-devastation/

[2025-12-16 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Uma Ela anicut damaged by Cyclone nears restoration - DailyNews

Snippet: The Uma Ela Canal project, which began in 1856, is a significant irrigation scheme contributing to approximately 65% of upcountry vegetable cultivation. The project spans about 17 km and supports the agricultural activities of over 5,000 farming families.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/local/915401/uma-ela-anicut-damaged-by-cyclone-nears-restoration/

[2025-12-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Samsung Sri Lanka launches ‘Relief Sri Lanka 2025’ for customers affected by Cyclone Ditwah - DailyNews

Snippet: Samsung Sri Lanka has announced the launch of ‘Relief Sri Lanka 2025’, a nationwide service assistance initiative designed to help customers whose Samsung products were damaged during Cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/business/915176/samsung-sri-lanka-launches-relief-sri-lanka-2025-for-customers-affected-by-cyclone-ditwah/

[2025-12-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Eighteen thousand businesses affected by Cyclone Ditwah - DailyNews

Snippet: Around 18,000 businesses have been affected due to the effects of Cyclone Ditwah, according to authorities.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/local/915260/eighteen-thousand-businesses-affected-by-cyclone-ditwah/

[2025-12-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Enhancing US-Sri Lanka ties - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka is in a geopolitical hotspot, with both global and regional superpowers eyeing opportunities to engage with Sri Lanka on many fronts. With the increased focus on the Indo Pacific and the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) by all world powers, Sri Lanka finds itself at the intersection of competing interests in terms of defence, investment and in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, even disaster relief.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/editorial/915308/enhancing-us-sri-lanka-ties/

[2025-12-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘road-lk.org’ gives real-time condition of roads - DailyNews

Snippet: The Transport, Highways and Urban Development Ministry said that a new digital information system called ‘road-lk.org’ has been introduced to enable the public to know the current condition of national and provincial roads in Sri Lanka before embarking on a journey. Considering that several road sections across the island were damaged due to the cyclone and some roads were still being repaired, the Road Development Authority (RDA) and the Transport, Highways and Urban Development Ministry’s Digital Task Force have jointly

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/local/915580/road-lk-org-gives-real-time-condition-of-roads/

[2025-12-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Police warn against individuals attempting to exploit situation targeting vulnerable children - DailyNews

Snippet: Police have warned the public and media that some unidentified persons who are making inquiries about children that have been left vulnerable and without guardians due to the Cyclone Ditwah are making requests to take them into their care and support their future livelihoods with ulterior motives attempting to exploit the situation.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/16/local/915650/police-warn-against-individuals-attempting-to-exploit-situation-targeting-vulnerable-children/

[2025-12-15 22:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Fans storm pitch after Messi leaves India event early

Snippet: Angry spectators broke down barricades and stormed the pitch at a stadium in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata after soccer star Lionel Messi left the arena earlier than expected.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/fans-storm-pitch-after-messi-leaves-india-event-early/a-75139863

[2025-12-15 21:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Kerala CPM member under fire for sexist comments during post-election celebration - DailyNews

Snippet: Sayed Ali Majeed, a member of Kerala’s ruling CPM, courted controversy Sunday night for misogynistic remarks at an event in Malappuram district to celebrate his 47-vote win in last week’s municipal election.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/15/breaking-news/915119/kerala-cpm-member-under-fire-for-sexist-comments-during-post-election-celebration/

[2025-12-15 19:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong fire victim sent frantic final video to husband in Indonesia

Snippet: Darwati, 48, died alongside the elderly woman she cared for, refusing to abandon her ward as the Wang Fuk Court fire spread

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3336470/tai-po-fire-victim-sent-frantic-final-video-husband-indonesia

[2025-12-15 19:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Fresh start’: Hong Kong urged to fast-track buy-back of fire-hit Wang Fuk Court

Snippet: Institute of Surveyors calls on government to set up statutory body and new law to repurchase flats destroyed in deadly Tai Po blaze

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3336469/fresh-start-hong-kong-urged-fast-track-buy-back-fire-hit-wang-fuk-court

[2025-12-15 16:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Landslide-hit Nawalapitiya Kandy road reopened after 18 days - DailyNews

Snippet: The Nawalapitiya-Kandy main road, which was damaged by a landslide caused by Cyclone Ditwa, has reopened to traffic after 18 days of repair work.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/15/local/914920/landslide-hit-nawalapitiya-kandy-road-reopened-after-18-days/

[2025-12-15 16:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Bogawantalawa experiences ground frost following Cyclone Ditwah - DailyNews

Snippet: Following Cyclone Ditwah, ground frost was reported in the Bogawantalawa area during the early morning hours of today (15), as extremely cold weather continues across the western slopes of the central hills.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/15/local/914913/bogawantalawa-experiences-ground-frost-following-cyclone-ditwah/

[2025-12-15 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong businesses prepare for scaled-down Christmas celebrations after fire

Snippet: Restaurants and retailers are gearing up for season in way that takes into account grief of residents after blaze, Lan Kwai Fong’s Allan Zeman says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3336406/hong-kong-businesses-prepare-scaled-down-christmas-celebrations-after-fire

[2025-12-15 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Top corporates join hands with Govt. to revive industries affected by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’ - DailyNews

Snippet: The Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development has initiated discussions on the Industry Recovery Foster Program (IRFP) and the Industry Development Foster Program (IDFP) to expedite the revival of large scale manufacturing industries affected by Cyclone “Ditwah”.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/15/business/914388/top-corporates-join-hands-with-govt-to-revive-industries-affected-by-cyclone-ditwah/

[2025-12-15 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Healing for the submerged soul - DailyNews

Snippet: Natural disasters unleash their fury, subjecting the innocent victims into a state of shock. As the uncertain days unfold hopelessness and abandonment sets in. Soon the human mind is submerged with fear, confusion and relentless worry. What does the future hold for us? For thousands of afflicted Sri Lankans, this question dominates their mind by day and night- as the world prepares to entre 2026.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/15/features/914455/healing-for-the-submerged-soul/

[2025-12-15 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Kandy records highest number of deaths - DailyNews

Snippet: The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said that due to the destruction caused by Cyclone Ditwah, around 23,000 families have been left without safe and secure housing.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/15/local/914734/kandy-records-highest-number-of-deaths/

[2025-12-15 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ganesan seeks meeting with President - DailyNews

Snippet: Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) leader Mano Ganesan, MP, has sought an urgent meeting with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to discuss the post-disaster challenges facing the Malaiyaha community. In a letter to President Dissanayake, Ganesan while appreciating the President’s decisive leadership during this exceptionally challenging period of national crisis, said residents of the hilly regions – particularly in the districts of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Badulla, Matale, and surrounding areas – have been among the worst affected by Cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/15/politics/914770/ganesan-seeks-meeting-with-president/