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Government officials' homes set on fire: Why have Sri Lankans turned on their own government?
With Sri Lanka's economy in shambles, with fuel and food shortages, more than 200 people have been wounded after clashes between government supporters and those calling for change, the BBC reported Tuesday. Eight people are believed to have died, including one lawmaker.
Crisis in Sri Lanka: Protests turn deadly as government and economy near total collapse
Protests in Sri Lanka turned deadly this week as the country faces imminent bankruptcy. In Colombo, the capital city, supporters of the now-resigned Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa reportedly attacked antigovernment demonstrators, which led to multiple deaths and property damage, including the burning of several homes owned by current members of the government. In the days since, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, brother of the former prime minister, has refused calls to resign and authorized the military to shoot protesters on sight should they be deemed a threat.
Singapore bars non-residents with recent travel in Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka
Long-term pass holders and short-term visitors with recent travel history to, or transited in, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka will be barred from entering or transiting through Singapore from 11.59pm on Saturday (1 May).
Gower backs Adil Rashid to make sparkling Test comeback
David Gower wants to see Adil Rashid wielding a red ball for England and hopes the leg-spinner is pitched in for winter Tests against India and Sri Lanka.
Working remotely could save up to £36,500
Study reveals best cities in the world for remote worker disposable income.
Racers rough it through tough terrain at fourth annual Red Bull Tuk It
This year, 237 teams raced tuk-tuks through Sri Lanka's bustling city and off-road terrain.
Invisible risks and unwritten rules: why the climate crisis is one of cricket’s biggest tests
When he arrived at the Delhi ground for the second day’s play between India and Sri Lanka in December 2017, Ankit Bhardwaj got some strange stares.
Haynes backs Australia to be ready for Athapaththu threat
If any team knows the threat of Chamari Athapaththu, it’s Australia - but Rachael Haynes says they have some tricks up their sleeve to quieten the Sri Lanka captain in Perth.
Modest Devine heaps praise on Jensen and Green
Record-breaker Sophie Devine stole the show in New Zealand’s opening win against Sri Lanka but insisted she couldn’t have done it without the contributions of her teammates.
England's Knight upbeat despite crushing 10-wicket Sri Lanka defeat
Heather Knight believes England’s crushing ten-wicket warm-up defeat to Sri Lanka is the wake-up call her side needed ahead of Sunday’s T20 World Cup opener against South Africa
Airbus to pay €3.6bn over 'endemic' bribery in world's largest settlement
Airbus paid bribes in Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan, and Ghana between 2011 and 2015 to secure orders for its aircrafts.
Woman startled by unexpected guest at luxury hotel: 'He comes & goes in peace'
A friendly elephant was filmed patrolling the halls of a luxury hotel in Sri Lanka by a hotel guest who seemed enthralled by the massive creature.
England opener Burns to miss Sri Lanka tour after ankle injury playing football
The opening batsman will not feature in the March tour against Sri Lanka after rupturing ankle ligaments.
Top 10 travel destinations for Indians in 2019
Skyscanner has released its data of places that are on the radar of Indians for the coming year based on their search trends.
A hospital and clean water - China on the charm offensive in Sri Lanka
The hospital, specialising in kidney-related diseases, is helping China gain popular support in a country where its mega-projects have added to rising debt and raised concerns about excessive economic and political leverage.
Newly-discovered metallic-blue tarantula is 'big enough to comfortably hug a donut'
The female of the species, once lured out of their burrows, were noted as having a "metallic turquoise-blue sheen on all four legs," as well as on its hard upper shell and abdomen.
Crushing photos show emaciated elephant forced to perform during festival in Sri Lanka
Heartbreaking images of a severely malnourished elephant forced to perform during an annual festival in Sri Lanka have caused international outrage.
Starving elephant, 70, made to march for tourists in Sri Lanka
Animal rights’ campaigners made the call after pictures emerged of emaciated Tikiiri, a 70-year-old female Asian elephant.
Fernando takes it all with winning knock for Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka didn’t have to wait very long or look very hard to find their silver lining.
Swarm of bees interrupt World Cup match between Sri Lanka and South Africa
The insects swarmed onto the pitch at Chester-le-Street.
Karunaratne praises Sri Lanka legend Malinga for leading by example
Lasith Malinga is an example for the rest of Sri Lanka to follow – according to his captain Dimuth Karunaratne.
Buttler admits England lacked usual intensity in run chase against Sri Lanka
England lacked their usual intensity with the bat as they failed to chase what appeared a relatively modest target of 233 to beat Sri Lanka in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup tie at Headingley.
Morgan frustrated by England batting performance in Sri Lanka defeat
Eoin Morgan admits England forgot about the basics of a run chase in defeat to Sri Lanka – but has backed his men to come out swinging on Tuesday against Australia.
Wood out to prove his place among the pantheon of Ashington greats
Towns in England might be known for their quaint shops or heavy industry, their rich history or natural beauty. In the case of Ashington, it is synonymous with sport.
Malinga masterclass revives Sri Lanka’s World Cup dream
Lasith Malinga didn’t even take his jumper off for this latest masterclass.
Sri Lanka pull off stunning World Cup upset to beat hosts England
England failed to reclaim top spot in the rankings following defeat at Headingley.