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Ebola vaccine could take nine months as death toll rises further, WHO warns

Sri Lanka, May 21 -- The World Health Organization (WHO) says it could take up to nine months before a vaccine against this particular species of Ebola is ready. Two possible "candidate vaccines" aga... Read More


Two killed in separate incidents in Seeduwa and Grandpass

Sri Lanka, May 21 -- Police have launched investigations into two separate murder incidents reported in Seeduwa and Grandpass, in which two individuals have died. In the Seeduwa Police Division, offi... Read More


Sri Lankan Rupee slumps as Asia's worst-performing currency this month

Sri Lanka, May 21 -- The Sri Lankan rupee has been identified as the worst-performing currency in Asia this month, according to a report published by a leading global business news platform. The repo... Read More


Trump says willing to wait for a few days to get 'right answer' on Iran peace deal

Sri Lanka, May 21 -- US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (May 20) said the United States was ready to proceed with further attacks on Tehran if Iran did not agree to a peace deal, but suggested Was... Read More


128 wild elephant deaths reported so far this year

Sri Lanka, May 21 -- A total of 128 wild elephant deaths have been reported so far this year, according to the Department of Wildlife Conservation. The Department noted that the deaths were recorded ... Read More


RDA engineers launch indefinite trade union action over unmet demands

Sri Lanka, May 21 -- The Engineers' Association of the Road Development Authority (RDA) has announced that it has launched an indefinite trade union action from today (21), citing two key demands incl... Read More


Govt. to give special attention to rural roads, drinking water supply and waste management in next budget

Sri Lanka, May 21 -- Special attention will be given in the forthcoming Budget towards the development of rural roads, the provision of drinking water and resolving waste management issues, President ... Read More


South-west monsoon brings heavy rain and strong winds across Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, May 21 -- The South-West monsoon is gradually establishing over the island, bringing showers and strong winds to several parts of the country, according to the Department of Meteorology. A... Read More


Sri Lanka to elevate its engagement with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization

Sri Lanka, May 21 -- The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath held productive discussions with the Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SC... Read More


Imported powdered milk prices increased

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- The Milk Powder Importers' Association has announced an increase in the prices of imported powdered milk, citing prevailing market conditions and exchange rate fluctuations. Acco... Read More