[2026-04-23 05:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Uva Battle of the Golds big match on April 24-25 - DailyNews

Snippet: St Joseph’s College Bandarawela cricket team with officials

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/sports/983642/uva-battle-of-the-golds-big-match-on-april-24-25/

[2026-04-23 05:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CABINET DECISIONS - DailyNews

Snippet: Submission of Import and Export (Control) Regulations No. 01 of 2026 to Parliament

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/politics/983925/cabinet-decisions-111/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Esports Nationals to form Pool for Int’l events - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Esports Association will conduct Esports Nationals as National team selection ahead of major international competitions starting with the Asian Games 2026 in Japan.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/sports/983657/esports-nationals-to-form-pool-for-intl-events/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 22.04.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/business/983684/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-22-04-2026/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 22/04/2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/business/983687/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-22-04-2026/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Exchange Rates ( 22.04.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/business/983694/exchange-rates-22-04-2026/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: A prudent decision - DailyNews

Snippet: United States (US) President Donald Trump has unilaterally extended the Iran ceasefire, which was due to expire yesterday. Trump said on Truth Social that the ceasefire is being extended at the request of the military and political leadership of Pakistan, which hosted the first round of peace talks at its capital.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/editorial/983716/a-prudent-decision-2/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Cartoon of the day - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/cartoon/983745/cartoon-of-the-day-857/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: UK, France to lead multinational Strait of Hormuz military planning conference - DailyNews

Snippet: The UK and France will convene a meeting of military planners from more than 30 nations this week to develop a coordinated strategy to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/world/983766/uk-france-to-lead-multinational-strait-of-hormuz-military-planning-conference/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ukrainian drone strike wrecks Russian apartment block, killing two – Governor - DailyNews

Snippet: Two people were killed and at least 12 others injured when a Ukrainian drone strike led to the partial collapse of an apartment block in the city of Syzran in Russia’s Samara Region, local authorities have said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/world/983769/ukrainian-drone-strike-wrecks-russian-apartment-block-killing-two-governor/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Zelensky says failure of US envoys to visit Kyiv is 'disrespectful' - DailyNews

Snippet: President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he considered visits by US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Moscow but not Kyiv “disrespectful”.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/world/983706/zelensky-says-failure-of-us-envoys-to-visit-kyiv-is-disrespectful/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: US forces detain Iran-linked tanker Tifani with ceasefire talks on edge - DailyNews

Snippet: United States forces have detained an oil tanker in the Indian Ocean sanctioned for smuggling Iranian crude oil, the Pentagon says.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/world/983784/us-forces-detain-iran-linked-tanker-tifani-with-ceasefire-talks-on-edge/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Details of RELOS pact between New Delhi and Moscow on Russia’s official legal information portal - DailyNews

Snippet: The details of the RELOS (Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Support) pact between New Delhi and Moscow were published on Russia’s official legal information portal last week, providing long-awaited insights into the agreement, which allows the countries to deploy troops, warships and aircraft in each other’s territory, even during conflicts.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/world/983789/details-of-relos-pact-between-new-delhi-and-moscow-on-russias-official-legal-information-portal/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SriLankan Airlines says media reports on clash between airline official and a pilot, baseless - DailyNews

Snippet: Issuing an statement SriLankan Airlines stressed that various media reports on a clash between an airline official and a pilot at Bangkok Airport are inaccurate and misleading.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/business/983835/srilankan-airlines-says-media-reports-on-clash-between-airline-official-and-a-pilot-baseless/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years - DailyNews

Snippet: Apple has named John Ternus as its new chief executive to replace Tim Cook who is stepping down after 15 years of leading the technology giant.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/business/983886/apple-names-new-boss-to-replace-tim-cook-after-15-years/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Unit trusts offer stability amid global market uncertainty - DailyNews

Snippet: Amid ongoing global geopolitical and economic uncertainty, and resulting market volatility – including recent spillovers into regional equity markets, Sri Lanka’s unit trust industry continues to underscore the importance of disciplined investing. While recent market conditions have led to a moderation in fund inflows, industry participants highlight that such short-term movements often mirror prevailing market conditions and do not detract from the long-term value of staying invested.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/business/983880/unit-trusts-offer-stability-amid-global-market-uncertainty/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Commemorative service for Easter Sunday victims - DailyNews

Snippet: A commemorative service was held at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Matara on April 21, marking the seventh anniversary of the Easter Sunday bomb attacks. The service was dedicated to remembering those who lost their lives and those who were injured in the tragedy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/local/983903/commemorative-service-for-easter-sunday-victims/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: State Vesak Week from May 27 to June 2 - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government has officially declared Vesak Week from May 27 to June 2, 2026, featuring nationwide religious activities under the theme Abhiththaretha Kalyane (Let us hasten towards the common good).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/local/983912/state-vesak-week-from-may-27-to-june-2/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: LPL 2026 from July 10 to August 5 - DailyNews

Snippet: The Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 will be held from July 10 to August 5, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) confirmed yesterday. The sixth edition of the much-anticipated T20 league will be played across four venues: SSC, Colombo; R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo; Pallekele International Cricket Stadium; and Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/sports/983990/lpl-2026-from-july-10-to-august-5/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ping Pong Academy to host special events to mark World Table Tennis Day - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s table tennis players will celebrate World Table Tennis Day today (23), with the Ping Pong Academy organizing a series of commemorative training camps and tournaments.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/sports/984026/ping-pong-academy-to-host-special-events-to-mark-world-table-tennis-day/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Currency in circulation exceeds Rs.1.5 Trillion - DailyNews

Snippet: The total amount of currency circulating within the Sri Lankan economy exceeded Rs. 1.5 trillion in 2025, marking a significant increase from the previous year. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka confirmed this growth in its latest financial reports.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/local/984088/currency-in-circulation-exceeds-rs-1-5-trillion/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Devotees paying respects to the Maha Sangha - DailyNews

Snippet: Monks led by Ven. Pannakkara Thera began peace walk “Ehipassiko” from the Dambulla viharaya to the historical Alu Viharaya in Matale yesterday. Devotees are seen paying their respects to the Maha Sangha participating in the walk.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/photo-of-the-day/984154/devotees-paying-respects-to-the-maha-sangha/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Obituaries - DailyNews

Snippet: JAYASINGHE – UPALI NORMAN (Formerly Railway Dept) – Much loved husband of late Evangeline (nee Gunasekara),​ adored father of Lalantha and Nishantha,​ loving father-in-law of Dharga and Lachintha,​ darling grandfather of Devmi,​ Adheesha,​ Ameesha and Jonathan,​ loving brother of late Benjamin,​ Sita,​ late Soma,​ late Samson,​ late Nimal,​ Indrani,​ late Ranjith and Sushila,​ expired.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/obituaries/984178/obituaries-653/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Opposition MPs request summoning President over uninspected containers - DailyNews

Snippet: Opposition MPs requested the summoning of four individuals, including President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in his capacity as the Minister of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, to testify before a Parliamentary Committee appointed to investigate and submit recommendations regarding the release of 323 containers from the Colombo Port without a mandatory physical inspection.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/local/984201/opposition-mps-request-summoning-president-over-uninspected-containers/

[2026-04-23 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SriLankan Airlines fraud: Magistrate orders arrest of Kapila Chandrasena’s wife - DailyNews

Snippet: Fort Magistrate Isuru Nettikumara yesterday ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to immediately arrest and produce Priyanka Neomali Wijayasinghe, the second suspect in the case involving financial fraud during the acquisition of aircraft for SriLankan Airlines. Wijayasinghe is the wife of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/23/lawnorder/984209/srilankan-airlines-fraud-magistrate-orders-arrest-of-kapila-chandrasenas-wife/

[2026-04-23 05:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Duffy Seeking $10 Billion From Congress To Revamp Air Traffic Control System

Snippet: Authored by Aldgra Fredly via The Epoch Times,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/duffy-seeking-10-billion-congress-revamp-air-traffic-control-system

[2026-04-23 05:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Disability community 'scared' as government defends NDIS overhaul

Snippet: Megan Spindler-Smith says the disability community was caught off guard by the scale of the announcement. (ABC News: Matt Roberts)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-23/disability-community-scared-by-dramatic-ndis-changes/106583112

[2026-04-23 05:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Warning $7,000 NDIS cuts to plans will 'isolate' people with disability

Snippet: Funding to support social activities will be reduced under the government's plan to save $35 billion in NDIS spending over four years. (Pexels)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-23/ndis-social-community-plan-funding-cut-isolation/106594686

[2026-04-23 05:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Napa Valley unveils $6.4M scheme to save decimated Wine Country — how everything will change explained

Snippet: Napa County officials have launched a $6.4 million overhaul of the region’s master plan, aiming to redefine the future of Wine Country through 2050 while bridging a long-standing divide between local government and residents.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/22/business/napa-valley-unveils-6-4m-scheme-to-save-decimated-wine-country/

[2026-04-23 05:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: ABC News

Title: New CFA and forest firefighting funding announced

Snippet: ABC Mildura-Swan Hill

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-23/victorian-government-announces-new-cfa-funding/106594188

[2026-04-23 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Queensland] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Too far or not far enough? Queenslanders have their say on LNP gun reforms

Snippet: Most Queensland voters across the political spectrum believe the Crisafulli government has not gone far enough on gun reforms in the wake of the Bondi and Wieambilla shootings.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/queensland/too-far-or-not-far-enough-queenslanders-have-their-say-on-lnp-gun-reforms-20260420-p5zpjh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-23 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Politics / NSW] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Age

Title: He’s taunted protesters and rebuked judges. Is the premier fraying cohesion?

Snippet: April 23, 2026 — 5:00am

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/nsw/he-s-taunted-protesters-and-rebuked-judges-is-the-premier-fraying-cohesion-20260421-p5zpqb.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-23 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Victoria] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: She once backed Liberal leader John Pesutto. Now, Shima Ibuki plans to take his seat

Snippet: A resurgent teal movement will again target one of Melbourne’s most marginal electorates at this year’s state election, with a one-time financial backer of former Liberal leader John Pesutto to challenge him in the seat of Hawthorn.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/she-once-backed-liberal-leader-john-pesutto-now-shima-ibuki-plans-to-take-his-seat-20260421-p5zpsm.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-23 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: The know-it-alls pouring scorn on Labor have easy answers. They deserve more scepticism

Snippet: April 23, 2026 — 5:00am

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/the-know-it-alls-pouring-scorn-on-labor-have-easy-answers-they-deserve-more-scepticism-20260421-p5zpvb.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-23 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Victoria] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: One Nation is harvesting low-hanging fruit – and among them a few lemons

Snippet: April 23, 2026 — 5:00am

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/one-nation-is-harvesting-low-hanging-fruit-and-among-them-a-few-lemons-20260421-p5zpvj.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-23 04:50 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Albanese finally spends some political capital with NDIS cuts. Now comes the hard part

Snippet: Finally, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is spending some of his political capital.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/albanese-finally-spends-some-political-capital-with-ndis-cuts-now-comes-the-hard-part-20260422-p5zq4w.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-23 04:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Budget will show whether NDIS cuts are the exception or the template

Snippet: Topic:Federal Parliament

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-23/ndis-changes-budget-mark-butler/106582628

[2026-04-23 04:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Unhappy Labour MPs aren't ready to oust Starmer yet

Snippet: Labour is trailing in the polls and the prime minister's personal ratings have plumbed the depths.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c78lp5jw8yxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-23 04:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: White House UAE financial lifeline raises bigger questions about booming Mideast economy post-war

Snippet: The U.S. government's weighing of a financial lifeline for the United Arab Emirates posts bigger questions about what is in store for the booming Mideast economy post-war. The UAE has spent decades engineering one of the world's most resilient tourism economies, built on global connectivity and continuous infrastructure expansion. That model is now under acute stress due to the U.S.-Iran war and attacks Iran has launched targeting its infrastructure.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/22/uae-economy-travel-tourism-dubai-abu-dhabi-war.html

[2026-04-23 04:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Trump Deploys Five Defense Production Act Memos For American Energy

Snippet: President Trump signed five presidential determinations under Section 303 of the Defense Production Act on Monday. All five declare critical energy capacities essential to national defense and authorize federal purchases, commitments, and financing to cut through financing shortages, permitting delays, and supply chain choke points.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/trump-deploys-five-defense-production-act-memos-american-energy

[2026-04-23 04:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Ravindra Jadeja's all-round IPL show leads Rajasthan to second spot with 40-run win over Lucknow

Snippet: Rajasthan Royals’ Ravi Singh, center, celebrates with teammates after running out Lucknow Super Giants’ Ayush Badoni during the Indian Premier League cricket match between Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals in Lucknow, India, Wednesday, April 22, 2026. (AP Photo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/ipl-rajasthan-lucknow-68f0d150631b350ffb6c419d92a006d3

[2026-04-23 04:19 UTC+10:00] [California] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Court blocks California law requiring federal agents to wear some form of ID

Snippet: Trump administration had filed suit against the 2025 law, arguing it would threaten officers’ safety

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/22/california-law-federal-agents-court

[2026-04-23 04:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Desmantelan red de robo de vehículos en área de Washington

Snippet: WASHINGTON (AP) — Seis personas han sido acusadas de planear robar al menos 20 autos del área de Washington, D.C., y venderlos a compradores en Estados Unidos y Ghana, según una acusación federal que se hizo pública el miércoles.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/eeuu-washington-ghana-robo-de-vehiculos-88b9185c59d742e56fb7f4d9a4ffba3a

[2026-04-23 04:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Houston city ordinance over ICE cooperation amended after Texas governor's funding threat

Snippet: HOUSTON (AP) — A Houston city ordinance that limited police officers’ cooperation with federal immigration agents was amended on Wednesday after Texas’ governor threatened to take away millions of dollars in public safety grants.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/immigration-police-cooperation-houston-ordinance-aacca812cd8e3ddeb252d37e99e1bde7

[2026-04-23 04:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Más niños reciben educación preescolar financiada por el Estado en EEUU

Snippet: La maestra asistente Yolanda Maheia lee un libro ante un grupo de estudiantes de preescolar en The Capitol Hill Child Enrichment Center, el miércoles 22 de abril de 2026, en Atlanta. (AP Foto/Alyssa Pointer)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/educacion-preescolar-eeuu-ninos-desigualdades-estados-financiacion-federal-87c24e134a6a036b01b0161505e1724a

[2026-04-23 04:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Kevin Warsh gave his preferred way for measuring inflation. It could come back to bite him

Snippet: Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve chair, told lawmakers that he would like the central bank to change its strategy for measuring inflation.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/22/kevin-warsh-inflation-trend-pce-trump.html

[2026-04-23 04:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: CIA Security Officer Files Lawsuit Against Steve Baker And The Blaze For Identifying Her As J6 Bomber

Snippet: Authored by 'sundance' via The Last Refuge,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/cia-security-officer-files-lawsuit-against-steve-baker-and-blaze-identifying-her-j6

[2026-04-23 03:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Appeals court blocks California law requiring federal agents to wear ID

Snippet: LOS ANGELES (AP) — An appeals court has blocked a California law passed in 2025 requiring federal immigration agents to wear a badge or some form of identification.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/immigration-agents-identification-california-appeals-court-2b60941111adb2c82a929570e594f56d

[2026-04-23 03:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Libya progress not where we want it to be, warns top UN official | The National

Snippet: The UN's top envoy for Libya warned on Tuesday that the country is veering off course from its political road map and said political actors are undermining efforts to reunify state institutions.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/us/2026/04/22/libya-progress-not-where-we-want-it-to-be-warns-top-un-official/

[2026-04-23 03:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Critical roles of Eyal Zamir, Dan Caine, Brad Cooper in shaping the Iran war - exclusive

Snippet: Although US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have made the ultimate war and ceasefire decisions regarding Iran, The Jerusalem Post now reveals the details and extent to which IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir, US Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine, and CENTCOM Chief Admiral Brad Cooper have been the next most dominant figures.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-893860