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Middle East escalation sends oil soaring; Sri Lanka faces price shock despite assurances on supply
Global oil prices surged sharply yesterday following coordinated US and Israel-backed strikes on Iran, and Tehran's retaliatory attacks targeting US interests in the region, alongside escalating hostilities involving Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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March 03, 2026
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Indian Shia Muslims mourn Ayatollah Khamenei's killing, stage protests against US and Israel across several cities
Indian Shia Muslims staged protests, mourning gatherings and marches across several cities on Sunday following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday in a joint US-Israeli strike, triggering strong reactions within the community and heightened security around diplomatic missions.
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March 03, 2026
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Austin mass shooting may have been motivated by Iran strikes, officials say
In the early hours of Sunday morning, as a bar in a busy nightlife district of Austin, Texas, prepared to close for the night, patrons and staff were startled by the sound of gunshots, CNN reported yesterday
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March 03, 2026
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Sri Lanka beat India 3-0 at Wheelchair tennis
Sri Lanka beat India 3-0 at the BNP Paribas World Team Cup Asian qualifyig Wheelchair Tennis tournament commenced at the Sri Lanka Tennis Association clay courts .
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March 03, 2026
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Talento oozing with talent
Talento: Gained recognition as a leading wedding and dance band
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March 03, 2026
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How 'distant wars can quickly arrive at the domestic pump'
The harsh economic realities behind soothing words
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March 03, 2026
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US military decimates Iran Revolutionary Guard's headquarters in Tehran
More than a thousand targets hit in Iran, 'head of snake cut off'
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March 03, 2026
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SLMC condoles the passing of Khamenei, urges restraint and condemn GoSL stance
In a statement issued yesterday (02), Leader of the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress, Rauff Hakeem, expressed deep concern over the most ferocious unprovoked, unilateral US-Israel strike on Iran, which resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and several high-ranking state defence officials.
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March 03, 2026
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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attends almsgiving for Ditwah disaster victims in Nelummala
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, along with several government Ministers, participated in a grand almsgiving ceremony (Maha Sanghika Dana) held on 27 February to invoke merit on the residents of Nelummala village who lost their lives in disasters triggered by Cyclone Ditwah.
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March 03, 2026
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Janashakthi Life cruising ahead, recording Rs 3.42 Bn Net Profit, with 67% growth in New Business in 2025
Janashakthi Life, a leading name in the insurance industry and a flagship brand of JXG (Janashakthi Group), announced strong financial performance for the year ended December 2025, with 67% growth in New Business, and 31% growth in total Gross written premiums recording Rs 8.65billion, endorsing credentials of a fast-growing insurer in the local insurance industry.
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March 03, 2026
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‘Ugly’ or 'beautiful'? Set-pieces prove decisive for Arsenal again
Another day, another set-piece masterclass from Arsenal.
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March 03, 2026
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Babies born with a sense of rhythm?
Step into any nursery and you might notice a tiny head bobbing or a soft kick to the soundtrack of a lullaby.
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March 03, 2026
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Bruno Mars unveils tracklist of fourth LP
Bruno Mars has unveiled the tracklist for his fourth LP, \"The Romantic.'
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March 03, 2026
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Sri Lanka Cricket needs a bitter pill
A systemic diagnosis of a fading legacy
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March 03, 2026
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The US and Israel struck Iran despite headway in negotiations. What is the endgame here?
As it is with most asymmetric conflicts, Tran wins if it doesn’t lose, and the US loses if it doesn’t win.
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March 03, 2026
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Sri Lanka after IEEPA: Navigating tariffs in a volatile US trade environment
The recent US Supreme Court ruling will reduce Sri Lanka's overall tariff from about 31% to 21.6%, with apparel seeing nearly a 10point cut.
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March 03, 2026
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Recruiting academics to state universities – beset by archaic selection processes?
Time has, by and large, stood still in the business of academic staff recruitment to state universities.
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March 03, 2026
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All-round Chamari Athapaththu helps Sri Lanka to 1-0 lead over West Indies
Skipper Chamari Athapaththu's all-round show ensured Sri Lanka took a 1-0 lead over the West Indies with a four-wicket win in the second T20I in Grenada.
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March 03, 2026
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SLT Group reports strong FY 2025 performance driven by cost savings and efficiency
The SLT Group reported substantial cost savings for the full year ended 31 December 2025, fuelling significant profit growth and demonstrating consistent execution throughout all key metrics.
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March 03, 2026
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The trademark Sanju Samson stillness is back and so are the runs
Stillness.
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March 03, 2026
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Losses from low-grade coal increasing: Electricity Consumers' Association
The state coffers will suffer additional losses as the government plans more emergency coal purchases, Sanjeewa Dhammika, Secretary of the Electricity Consumers' Association, has warned.
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March 02, 2026
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Exterminators PLC launches portable UV LED mosquito killer for travel and outdoor living
Exterminators PLC, the pioneering Sri Lankan pest control leader, has partnered with UK-based Sentario Limited to introduce the Insect-O-Cutor Nomad, a highly portable solution for mosquito control designed for life on the go.
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March 02, 2026
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Brilliant Navy officer no more
Rear Admiral Udaya Bandara, VSV, USP (retired)
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March 02, 2026
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Metropolitan & Canon debut ‘groundbreaking’ cinema tech with local short film 'Little Life'
Metropolitan Technologies has marked a pivotal moment for Sri Lankan cinema by introducing advanced digital cinematography technology through the theatrical premiere of the short film Little Life.
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March 02, 2026
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QR-based fuel rationing will return if hoarding persists, Deputy Minister warns
The QR-based fuel distribution system would have to be reinstated if fuel hoarding continued, Deputy Minister of Energy Muhammadu Ilyas Muhammadu Arkam said yesterday.
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March 02, 2026
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02 Imports Exports wins top industry recognition at Pinnacle Sri Lanka 2025
02 Imports Exports and Distributors has been named the Most Outstanding Café Equipment & Beverage Manufacturing Company of the Year at the Pinnacle Sri Lanka 2025 Awards.
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March 02, 2026
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A life in colour and song: Rajika Gamage's new bird guide captures Sri Lanka's avian soul
Sri Lanka wakes each morning to wings.
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March 02, 2026
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Israel resumes attacks as Iran vows to avenge supreme leader's death
Iran begins 40-day mourning after Khamenei killed in US-Israeli attack President Pezeshkian condemns killing as 'a great crime'
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March 02, 2026
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Iran strikes could add external pressure on Sri Lanka’s fragile recovery: Analyst
The U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran have reignited geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, stoking fears of a broader conflict that could disrupt critical energy supply routes particularly the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply flows.
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March 02, 2026
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Kosgei runs course record, Takele retains title in Tokyo
Brigid Kosgei set a Japanese all-comers' record of 2:14:29 while Tadese Takele retained his title at the Tokyo Marathon a World Athletics Platinum Label road race on Sunday (1).
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