Topic: Politics — Neutral reports only
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[2026-05-05 05:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Maliban Biscuit Chief Executive Officer Ravi Jayawardene presents the Man of the Series award to a New Zealand Under-85kg player after their series-winning performance.
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[2026-05-05 05:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: When cleanup volunteer Sergei Solovev arrived in the town of Tuapse, on Russia’s Black Sea coast, an unpleasant odour hung in the air and everything was coated in a layer of black grime.
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[2026-05-05 05:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A child can clearly understand the “PLASTIC PROBLEM”, but unfortunately the shortsightedness of many of us has allowed this problem to persist. Even a child can understand the damage plastic does to our environment, and the damage it does to our ecosystems. It is important to realize that when you RECYCLE, plastics can be transformed into new products, reducing the need for new plastics.
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[2026-05-05 05:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Following the bilateral meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives, who is currently on a State visit to Sri Lanka, official-level bilateral discussions between the delegations of the two countries were held yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat.
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[2026-05-05 05:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Dissanayake emphasised the need for a country in which Sinhalese, Tamil and Muslim communities live together in harmony and brotherhood and reaffirmed that the strong steps taken towards national unity will not, under any circumstances, be reversed.
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[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Vidyaloka College Team :- 1st row Seated from left: Yasith Deshan(Assistant Coach), T.T.Kariyawasam(Head Coach),Nuwan Jayasingha(Master in Charge), W.G.Lnidula Nuwanga(captain),P.P.W.Seneviratne(principal) , .Pasan Madhusanka (Vice Captain),.Navoda Nirmani (Deputy Principal -Sport and Extra Curricularr Activities) ,Samanthi de Silva (Prefect of Games)2nd Row Standing From Left :.Duhindu Sandaru,.Abilash Alankara ,.Mandil Wijesinghe .Teshan Mendis , .Sachithya Induwara Mendis ,.Yasith Deemantha,W.H.Irantha darshapana,.Anuhas Kariyawasam , .Gajatha Sahiru ,N.G.Hettiarachchi ,T.N.Muttetuwewatte
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[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: HNB PLC has recently entered a strategic partnership with DIMO, to introduce specialised financing solutions for heavy machinery.
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[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: DFCC Bank PLC has entered into a partnership with the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL), as part of its broader focus on supporting business growth and expanding market access for small and medium-sized enterprises.
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[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Seylan Bank PLC, in collaboration with the Indira Cancer Trust (ICT) and Make-A-Wish Sri Lanka, marked the first anniversary of their shared initiative on April 29, celebrating a year of bringing hope and meaningful experiences to children battling critical illnesses.
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[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Pan Asia Bank partners with the Sri Lanka Business and Biodiversity Platform to launch the ‘Life to Our Beaches – Beach Caretaker Initiative’, reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable community development.
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[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Union Assurance joined hands with the Ministry of Health, working alongside NAMASTE Sri Lanka (Neurodevelopment and Autism in South Asia: Treatment and Evidence), to bring Autism Awareness Day 2026 to life at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute, Colombo, marking a landmark national dialogue on inclusion and neurodiversity.
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[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Reaffirming its commitment to always provide its customers with the best offers and value, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has announced a nationwide campaign to accelerate the adoption of LankaPay JCB debit cards, offering customers across Sri Lanka another compelling opportunity to step into a more secure, convenient and rewarding cashless lifestyle.
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[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Google has begun construction of its largest artificial intelligence (AI) hub outside the United States, marking a major expansion of global AI infrastructure and a significant investment in India’s digital economy.
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[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: This article argues that migrant writers from Sri Lanka enrich Australia’s multicultural literature by offering unique perspectives on memory, migration, identity, and belonging, thus broadening the national literary landscape.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s Jessie Seneviratne of Lyceum International School, Gampaha stamped her authority by emerging as the Under-20 champion at the 50th National Age Group Swimming Championship held at the Sugathadasa Swimming Pool Complex in Colombo recently.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: LOLC General Insurance PLC has unveiled V Claim, a groundbreaking virtual claims settlement solution set to redefine the motor insurance claims experience through speed, convenience and digital innovation.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Autobahn Traders (Pvt) Ltd, a respected name in the import and distribution of brand-new BMW vehicle spare parts, has embraced a digital-first transformation strategy to enhance operational efficiency and deliver optimised customer care and service to fleet owners and individual customers in this discerning segment.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: ANC Campus announced the launch of a formal articulation partnership with Adelaide University at Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo, creating a clear progression pathway for Sri Lankan students seeking an Australian university degree.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) hosted the ‘Meet the Ambassador: Bilateral Trade Between Sri Lanka and France’ session on April 28, at the National Chamber’s Auditorium.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: South Asia’s premier fashion platform, Colombo Fashion Week (CFW), marked its 23rd year with a spectacular showcase at Cinnamon Life, bringing together innovation, creativity and cross-cultural collaboration.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sinhala and Hindu New Year was celebrated at Goldi Sands Hotel Negombo on April 13, 2026, bringing together both local and international guests for a day filled with tradition, colour, and cultural festivity.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands commemorated Remembrance Day by honouring Dutch victims of World War II war resting in Sri Lankan soil.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government yesterday appointed M. Fauser as Sri Lanka’s representative to Palestine.
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[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko and Sri Lanka’s Health and Mass Media Minister Dr.Nalinda Jayatissa held talks in Colombo yesterday to strengthen Sri Lanka’s primary healthcare system and expand the use of modern technology, including artificial intelligence, in the health sector.
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[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: DFCC Bank PLC’s women’s team emerged as Plate Champions at the recently concluded Mercantile Netball League Tournament, reflecting the Bank’s continued emphasis on building strong, connected teams beyond the workplace.
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[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is currently influencing weather over the island as a result of which an increase in rainfall is expected over the island after May 6 the Meteorology Department said yesterday.
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[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Court of Appeal yesterday set aside a 20-year rigorous imprisonment sentence imposed on a Buddhist monk by the Embilipitiya High Court, citing serious inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case.
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[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: 12 dengue-related deaths have been recorded so far this year by the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU).
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[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The training partnership between the Sri Lanka Navy and the Indian Navy reached a new high-water mark with the successful completion of the joint diving exercise, ‘IN-SLN DIVEX 2026’.
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[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Fifty foreigners arrested yesterday afternoon for visa violations will be deported shortly.
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[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sharks International 2026 Conference was inaugurated at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) yesterday. This historic event marks the first time this global gathering has been hosted in Sri Lanka, bringing together researchers, conservationists and Government officials from over 80 countries.
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[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A shooting incident was reported at Galle Prison on Sunday (3) after two inmates allegedly attempted to escape from custody, according to Police.
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[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: As part of its ongoing programme to recognise the contributions made by Sri Lankan migrant workers in Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ameer Ajwad, felicitated Fareed Mohamed Hilurdeen who has served for 27 years at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in Riyadh. The Ambassador presented him with a certificate of appreciation in recognition of his long and dedicated service to both his home and host countries.
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[2026-05-05 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Navy, working with the Coast Guard and the Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Department arrested 77 individuals for illegal fishing practices during search operations from April 17 to 30.
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[2026-05-05 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: According to the Katugastota Police, a 28-year-old man was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit of the Kandy National Hospital early yesterday morning (4) after being found near the Gohagoda Emission Testing Centre in Katugastota with serious gunshot wounds to his back.
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[2026-05-05 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: An inmate serving a three-month sentence at Welikada Prison died following a scuffle with prison officers.
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[2026-05-05 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Navy took hold of a massive consignment of smuggled kendu leaves (over 2,000kg) during a search operation conducted in the seas off Chilaw recently. The operation also led to the interception of an Indian dhow with four Indian nationals as well as three local dinghies with six suspects in connection to this racket.
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[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Editorial] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: We tend to oversee minor differences. We fail to see the distinction between a line of letters with a dot and one without it. It is mindfulness that helps us stay focused on whatever we do. When we are mindful, we can spot even the smallest detail (like that single dot).
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[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Cartoon] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The 14th Kala Eli Mangalyaya (graduation ceremony) for the vesting of traditional headgear (Hisa Ves and Sheershabharana), organised by the Sankha Bhawana Kalayathanaya in Chilaw, will be held on May 9. The ceremony is scheduled to commence at 7 a.m. at the Chilaw Sri Wijayarama Temple and will be conducted under the guidance of Deshabandu Nruthya Visharada Thushara Jayasinghe and teacher Nilanthi Dasanayake.
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[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The first audit report on accessibility to public places and Government institutions for persons with disabilities was officially presented to Labour Ministry Secretary S. M. Piyatissa and Labour Commissioner General Nadeeka Wataliyadda by Parliamentary Caucus Chairman MP Sugath Wasantha de Silva yesterday at the Labour Department premises.
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[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Obituaries] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: MULLER – PATRICK MERLO – Husband of Dawn, father of Darrel and Damian, father-in-law of Nishani and Kumudu, grandfather of Souhaine, Shennelle and Deanne, brother of Jean, Glenville, Delicia, Gloria, Malcom, late Derrick, Noel, Neil, Loo, George, Merle, Sheila. Cortege leaves DM Funeral Directors, 198, Mahabage Road, Ragama (opposite Ragama Fuel Station) on 4th May 2026 at 4 p.m.
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[2026-05-05 05:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: Sean Senbel-Lynch says he should have been treated the same as any other Australian stuck in Vanuatu. (ABC News: Luke Bowden)
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[2026-05-05 05:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Jerusalem Post
Snippet: Israel Police disperse hundreds of civilians who entered Mount Meron on Monday, on the eve of Lag Ba'omer, in an attempt to light bonfires after the government banned the event earlier this week due to the ongoing conflict with Hezbollah in northern Israel.
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[2026-05-05 05:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: The government is committing nearly $3 million in its state budget to review Victoria's sentencing laws. (ABC News)
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[2026-05-05 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Victorian politics] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Labor’s 2026-27 budget shows state has recorded $700m surplus this financial year, first of its kind since before the Covid-19 pandemic
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[2026-05-05 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Victoria] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
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