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· Kathryn Bermingham
Flurry of social media posts from ICE watchdogs fueled violent protest outside NYC hospital
A trail of social media posts from anti-ICE lefties fueled the chaotic protest that quickly erupted outside a Brooklyn hospital over the weekend.
· David DeTurris, Matt Troutman
Global crime gang behind arson attacks, report says
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NYC principal dubbed ‘Creepy Bill’ could dodge sex-abuse raps and keep pension under special deal: ‘Troubling and infuriating’
A Queens principal dubbed “Creepy Bill’’ could dodge sex-abuse charges — and potentially spend the rest of his days living on a cushy taxpayer-funded pension — if he just retires, according to his accusers.
· Peter Senzamici
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· The National
White House marks ‘Star Wars Day’ by sharing meme of Trump as the Mandalorian — with Baby Yoda by his side
The White House celebrated “Star Wars Day” with an AI-generated image of President Trump decked out in Mandalorian armor and holding an American flag with Grogu — aka “Baby Yoda” — tucked into a satchel on his belt.
· Chris Nesi
Who pays to put food on the table during a global crisis?
The cost of food is increasing because of the Iran conflict. (ABC News: Jessica Black)
· Justine Longmore
LA mayor hopeful Spencer Pratt exposes city spending spree in shocking video
Spencer Pratt has savaged a video from a far-left member of Los Angeles City Council showcasing a multi-million splurge on homeless housing.
· Jamie Paige
Middle East tensions ignite, oil surges on first day of Trump’s new ‘project’
Washington: Iran fired missiles at civilian targets in the United Arab Emirates and appeared to strike ships in the Strait of Hormuz as tensions reignited in the Middle East and the price of oil shot up another 5 per cent.
· Michael Koziol
NYC McDonald’s worker stabbed during clash with unhinged customer over refund
A McDonald’s employee was stabbed during a clash with an unhinged customer who demanded a refund on Sunday, cops and sources said.
· Amanda Woods
Push for free school lunch program to roll out across Australia
Topic:Children's Health
· Monty Jacka
New laws to protect investments, foster PPPs
The Sri Lankan economy has become predictable and stable, enhancing investment opportunities with the Government undertaking institutional reforms through digitization, creating a single window for trade and investments Deputy Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Chathuranga Abeysinghe told the Gl…
· damith
VAT revision is to simplify tax system – Deputy Minister
Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera stated that the Value Added Tax (VAT) revision from July 01, 2026 is intended to simplify the tax system.
· damith
German army invites nearly 200,000 young people to join
The German Armed Forces have said they sent tens of thousands of young people a questionnaire on joining the military. Every 18-year-old male is obliged to fill it out and register for potential military service under a new law.
· RT
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The German Armed Forces have said they sent tens of thousands of young people a questionnaire on joining the military. Every 18-year-old male is obliged to fill it out and register for potential military service under a new law.
· RT
SL, Maldives sign seven MoUs covering several key sectors
Sri Lanka and Maldives signed seven Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) covering several key mutual sectors which were formally exchanged yesterday (4) at the Presidential Secretariat in the presence of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu.
· damith
Vietnamese President on State visit to Sri Lanka on May 7 and 8
Vietnamese President To Lam is scheduled to pay a State visit to Sri Lanka from May 7 to 8.
· damith
Widening VAT base will adversely affect SMEs – Sajith
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa stated that widening of the Value Added Tax (VAT) net by the Government from July 01, 2026 will drag in the Small and Medium-sized Business Enterprises (SMEs), with the financial services taxed higher, which will directly affect SMEs adversely as it will simultaneously increase tax…
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Sri Rahula win L/O match against Sri Sumangala
Sri Rahula College, Katugastota won the annual one-day cricket match against Sri Sumangala College, Kandy by 06 wickets at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium recently.
· damith
Actor Vijay emerges victorious
A blockbuster like no other. An explosive script that simply could not have been predicted. A re-write of political history.
· damith
Russia orders ceasefire in Ukraine war on May 8 and 9 to coincide with Victory Day
Victory Day marks the anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in WW2. Ukraine said will observe its own truce with Russia on May 5 and 6
· Agencies
Russia orders ceasefire in Ukraine war on May 8 and 9 to coincide with Victory Day
Victory Day marks the anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in WW2. Ukraine said will observe its own truce with Russia on May 5 and 6
· Agencies
Mali leader Goita takes defence post after minister killed
The leader of Mali’s military government, Assimi Goita, has taken on the role of defence minister following the killing of the previous minister in last week’s uprising by rebel groups.
· Al Jazeera
Long Island coach tells The Post how VJ Edgecombe grew from hidden gem to Knicks playoff threat
VJ Edgecombe was flying under-the-radar in the high school basketball world.
· Jared Schwartz
China’s consul in Tijuana calls protectionism a ‘dead end’ as trade tensions with US escalate
Fu Xinrong pitched Beijing’s model of shared modernisation to Mexican business leaders, weeks before a contentious USMCA review
· Igor Patrick
China’s consul in Tijuana calls protectionism a ‘dead end’ as trade tensions with US escalate
Fu Xinrong pitched Beijing’s model of shared modernisation to Mexican business leaders, weeks before a contentious USMCA review
· Igor Patrick
Three main issues set to sway voters in Qld by-election
The LNP's Fiona Hammond is going head-to-head with Labor's Luke Richmond for Stafford. (ABC NEWS: Pete Mullins)
· Alex Brewster
Hantavirus outbreak kills three on cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean – WHO
Three people have died in an outbreak of a dangerous respiratory virus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, according to the World Health Organization.
· damith
UN Warns Islamabad-Kabul Border Clashes Worsen Humanitarian Crisis
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) says renewed border clashes between Taliban forces and Pakistani troops have worsened humanitarian conditions and harmed civilians in eastern Afghanistan.
· damith
What Japan teaches Sri Lanka about energy power - DailyNews
The political instability, unpredictable oil trade, and changing alliances have changed the ways energy is consumed and traded. It is no longer a simple commodity. It is a strategic resource that alters the way politics and economics are conducted. Countries that have prioritised energy trade and focused on energy s…
· damith
Prince Harry pushed Kate Middleton to her ‘limits’ with controversial 2025 interview
Prince Harry pushed his sister-in-law Kate Middleton to her “limits” with his bombshell BBC News interview last May, in which he discussed the health of his estranged father, King Charles III.
· Jolie Zenna
World press freedom index: Bangladesh slides three spots to 152nd - DailyNews
Bangladesh has slipped down three places to 152nd on the World Press Freedom Index this year, losing some of last year’s gains.
· damith
Iranian resistance jolts Western military unity - DailyNews
Are we being dragged helplessly down a steep slope into a world of increasing chaos, mind-boggling cruelty? The United Nations and, various relief agencies, that have been repeatedly calling out this mayhem, report a growing number of their staff working in war-torn West Asia as asking for psychological relief, such…
· damith
Putin, Zelensky declare dueling cease-fire dates in Ukraine War for this week
Russia will hold a two-day cease-fire in its war in Ukraine from May 8 to 9 to commemorate the anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe — as Kyiv announced its own cease-fire for two days earlier.
· Alex Oliveira
India plans national fleet expansion amid Strait of Hormuz tensions - DailyNews
As the Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint in the West Asian war, India is working on a plan to urgently ramp up its shipping capabilities, with a renewed focus on building a robust, future-ready maritime ecosystem.
· damith
‘Environmental disaster’: Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries rock Russia - DailyNews
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.
· damith
Google starts work on largest AI hub outside US - DailyNews
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.
· damith
Jessie storms to Under-20 crown at National Age Group Meet - DailyNews
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.
· damith
Goldi Sands Negombo celebrates New Year with guests and festive traditions - DailyNews
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.
· damith
Dutch war victims remembered - DailyNews
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.
· damith
Luai's shock NRL move means Australian and NZ rugby must be 'on their toes'
Jarome Luai's signing with the PNG Chiefs has caused a stir. (Supplied: PNG Chiefs)
· Luke Pentony
Global experts gather in Colombo for landmark Sharks International Conference - DailyNews
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 cou…
· damith
SL Embassy felicitates long-serving migrant worker - DailyNews
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 …
· damith
Accused underworld shooters far from trained assassins, defence argues
Underworld figure Gavin Preston was killed in a shooting in Melbourne's north-west on September 9, 2023. (Facebook)
· Kristian Silva
The RBA's rates call could 'come down to the wire'. This is what it means for you
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Vietnam's 135,000-seat gold stadium points to something even bigger
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· Patrick Martin
Drug-sniffing pooch helps foil heroin smuggling plot at major airport
Three men traveling from Thailand were arrested at Sydney Airport with a “substantial” quantity of illicit drugs.
· News.com.au