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The Island
'Heartbroken' Alcaraz pulls out of Davis Cup Finals
Carlos Alcaraz says he is “heartbroken” after withdrawing from Spain's Davis Cup Finals team because of injury.
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November 19, 2025
The Island
USA is India’s #1 trading partner: $2.5-3 billion Indian exports to benefit from Trump tariff rollbacks
Indian exports are set to benefit to the tune of $2.5-3 billion on United States tariff exemptions, according to Ajay Sahai, Director General of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), Reuters reported.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Island
Hamas rejects UNSC resolution
Hamas has rejected the United Nations Security Council resolution which has endorsed US President Donald Trump’s Gaza plan.
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November 19, 2025
The Island
Towards a new medico-philosophical model: A short essay
Sri Lanka, with its long historical traditions, is home to the practice of many medical systems. Western allopathic medicine is the most widespread and is a legacy of our colonial past. The exemplary quality of life in terms of health indices Sri Lanka can rightly be proud of is a result of the successes of the practice of western allopathic medicine in Sri Lanka.
9 min |
November 19, 2025
The Island
Hobby dogging
In a quiet suburb outside Heilbronn, a curious new trend is taking hold — people are going for walks, clutching a leash and wearing a harness, but there is no dog at the other end. This is the world of \"hobby dogging,\" a pastime that seems absurd at first glance, but has grown so popular that local dog-trainer Barbara Gerlinger now runs structured training sessions for it.
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November 19, 2025
The Island
'Recognizing science, research and innovation vital for economic turnaround'
Sri Lanka's economic turnaround will not be achieved through tighter budgets or debt restructuring alone it will depend on whether the country can finally recognise science, research and innovation as serious engines of growth.
2 min |
November 19, 2025
The Island
Japan sends top foreign official to China in a bid to ease diplomatic tensions
Amid rising bilateral tensions, Japan has quietly dispatched one of its top Foreign Ministry officials to China, to try and ease the hostilities, following the political fallout between Tokyo and Beijing after the two Asian powers were engaged in a series of brief military and diplomatic confrontations.
1 min |
November 19, 2025
The Island
Let's understand what a masterpiece is and how it originated
Venue: Sri Lanka Archive of Contemporary Art, Architecture and Design, Jaffna on November 2025 Tamil Interpreter: Jasmine Nilani Joseph Special Thanks: Prof.T.Sanathanan and Prof.Sarath Chandrajeewa. (First part of this article appeared in The Island yesterday)
9 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Trincomalee in turmoil over removal of Buddha statue
Situation under control - Minister Issue was mismanaged - Sajith Dayasiri prevented from raising issue
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November 18, 2025
The Island
Aitken Spence continues its strong performance by recording 42% growth in PBT for first half of FY 2025/26
Aitken Spence PLC, a leading conglomerate, with an extensive presence across the region, recorded revenue of Rs. 40.7 billion for the six months, ending 30th September 2025, reflecting operational resilience across its diversified businesses.
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November 18, 2025
The Island
Amazing scene awaits 31st night revellers
I believe this year's 31st night celebrations, especially in Colombo, is going to be amazing, and that's certainly good news, indeed, especially for those who love to welcome a brand new year at venues loaded with fun, excitement and gaiety!
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November 18, 2025
The Island
Ravi laments dilapidated state of Speaker's official bungalow
NDF MP Ravi Karunanayake told Parliament yesterday that the Speaker’s official residence was in a dilapidated condition and demanded that it be repaired and put to proper use.
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November 18, 2025
The Island
US ramps up pressure campaign on Venezuela, set to designate Cartel as a foreign terrorist organisation
The United States increased pressure on Venezuela over the weekend, saying it will designate Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization — a move President Donald Trump suggested could allow the US to target certain assets and infrastructure in the country, CNN reported yesterday (17)
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November 18, 2025
The Island
Defiance, energy, new heights - Sinner keeps Alcaraz on a leash
A year which belonged to Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz had to finish this way.
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November 18, 2025
The Island
Annual Prithupura fundraising sale on 26 Nov.
The CFS Prithipura Home will hold its annual fundraising sale on Wednesday, 26 November, at the Lionel Wendt, Colombo 7.
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November 18, 2025
The Island
Nations Trust Bank delivers PAT of LKR 14.9Bn for 9 months
Nations Trust Bank PLC reported strong financial results for the 9 months ending 30th September 2025, reporting a Profit After Tax (PAT) of LKR 14.9Bn, up 23% YoY. The Bank’s performance is underpinned by strong asset growth, steady Net Interest Margins (NIMs) and asset quality with a Net Stage 3 Ratio of 1.03%. A strong capital base continued to be the foundation of the Bank’s growth story with a Return on Equity (ROE) of 23.20%, highlighting the Bank’s success in implementing a well-structured strategy.
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November 18, 2025
The Island
Saudi Post issues commemorative postal stamp to mark Saudi - Sri Lanka 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations
The Saudi Post (SPL) has issued a commemorative postal stamp to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia.
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November 18, 2025
The Island
Conspiracy to destabilise LTL Holdings alleged
Politically motivated groups and rival interests are working together in a conspiratorial bid to destabilise LTL Holdings, senior members of the company's staff trade union charged on Sunday, dismissing recent allegations against the firm as part of a coordinated smear campaign.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Germany seen as strengthening SL’s disease preparedness
Germany reaffirmed its continued commitment to Sri Lanka’s health security and research collaboration through the renewal of funding under its Global Health Protection Programme (GHPP) — a move seen as strengthening both the country’s disease preparedness and its broader economic resilience.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
India remains second-largest buyer of Russian oil
India retained its position as the second-largest buyer of Russian crude oil in October, after China, according to data from a European think tank, RT reported yesterday (17)
1 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Apna, Ashen, Annaya, Vinethya reach finals
Apna Perera booked a berth in the men's singles final against Ashen Silva and Annaya Norbert secured a spot in the women's singles final against Vinethya Dharmarathne as the SLTA -YETI Hard Courts Tennis Nationals continued on Monday.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Walls of Secrecy
The NPP government is busy building walls of secrecy. It has already erected quite a few of them around vital pacts and MoUs it entered into with some foreign powers.
3 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Happy birthday, Mahinda!
I wish ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa a very happy birthday as he achieves another milestone.
3 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Where we stand, how Budget 2026 funds progress and what next
Sri Lanka has reached a policy inflection point. Its 2026 national Budget Spon foregrounds digitalisation as a strategic lever for growth, public-service efficiency and jobs creation and it arrives against a mixed baseline widespread familiarity with mobile internet however persistently low formal computer skills.
5 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Govt. signs agreement with ADB on USD 300 loan
The government yesterday(17) entered into loan agreements with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to obtain US$ 300 mn.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death for crimes against humanity
Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death by the country's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) for crimes against humanity committed during last year's student uprising, which ultimately led to the fall of her government.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Tears of joy as Irish keep World Cup dream alive
Having etched his name into Republic of Ireland folklore, Troy Parrott let the tears flow.
3 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Bearish slump at bourse on the heels of unfavourable corporate results
The CSE witnessed a bearish trend for the third consecutive day yesterday mainly due to largest profittakings coupled with unfavourable corporate quarterly results in certain business sectors, market analysts said.
2 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
SLT-MOBITEL becomes first in Sri Lanka to achieve fastest 5G speeds exceeding 10Gbps
SLT-MOBITEL Mobile has set a new benchmark in Sri Lanka’s digital journey achieving the highest-ever 5G speeds in the country, exceeding 10Gbps recently, on its advanced 5G Standalone (SA) ready network, under TRCSL 5G trial approval.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
The Island
Israel pushes US to close door on Palestinian statehood before UNSC vote
Israel is engaged in a last-ditch bid to change the wording of a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution on the next phase of United States President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan that was recently amended to mention a “credible pathway” to Palestinian statehood, Al Jazeera reported.
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