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Flood warning issued for several low-lying areas of Mahaweli River Basin

Sri Lanka, Dec. 18 -- The Irrigation Department has issued a flood warning valid for the next 48 hours for several low-lying areas along the Mahaweli River Basin due to rainfall received since last ni... Read More


Man hacked to death during South Klang brawl; Selangor police seek witnesses

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 18 -- Selangor police have confirmed that a 34-year-old Malaysian man was killed in a machete attack following a fight in Taman Sentosa late Tuesday night. In a statement, the Sela... Read More


'No PUC, No Fuel' rollout: 3,746 vehicles fined, 568 barred at checkpoints

New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- Delhi's rollout of the "No PUC, No Fuel" rule brought heavy congestion at fuel pumps, border checkpoints and pollution testing kiosks on Thursday as authorities tightened enforce... Read More


Can't keep him in this stage: SC to meet parents seeking passive euthanasia for their son in coma for over 12 years

New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- The Supreme Court on Thursday said it wished to speak directly with the parents of a 31-year-old man who has remained in a comatose state for more than twelve years, as it examin... Read More


Three suspects arrested in connection with torturing and setting fire to wild elephant in Mihinthale

Sri Lanka, Dec. 18 -- A total of three individuals have been arrested in connection with the alleged torture and setting fire to a wild elephant in Seeppukulam, Mihinthale, police said. The Mihinthal... Read More


EV Predictions 2026, OfBusiness' Cofounder Quits & More

India, Dec. 18 -- What Will Drive EVs In 2026? India's EV dream lost some of its shine in 2025 - BluSmart collapsed, Log9 Materials hit turbulence, and Ola Electric watched its market erode. Yet, des... Read More


EU leaders Leyen, Costa likely to be R-Day guests

New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, along with other senior figures such as European Council President Antonio Costa, is expected to attend the January 26 parade ... Read More


Dame Denise Lewis reveals reasons for long-term relationship breakdowns

United Kingdom, Dec. 18 -- Dame Denise Lewis thinks a lack of communication with and respect for a partner causes long-term relationships to break down. In November, the Olympic gold medallist took t... Read More


Kris Jenner says grandson Tatum 'can see' her late husband Robert Kardashian

United Kingdom, Dec. 18 -- Kris Jenner claims her grandson Tatum "can see" and has conversations with her late husband Robert Kardashian. The attorney-and-businessman died from esophageal cancer in S... Read More


Kate Winslet reveals 'totally nuts' superstition to protect herself from 'tricky individuals'

United Kingdom, Dec. 18 -- Kate Winslet puts salt in her shoes and pockets to protect herself from "tricky individuals". The Titanic actress said the "totally nuts" superstitious hack helps to block ... Read More