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Massive explosion causes widespread damage in Lebanese capital

A large blast has hit the Lebanese capital, Beirut, causing widespread damage and injuring many people, officials say. It is not yet clear what caused the explosion in the port area of the city. Video posted online showed a large mushroom cloud and destroyed buildings. Hospitals are said to be overwhelmed by casualties. It comes at a sensitive time with the country’s economic collapse reigniting old tensions. Tensions are also high ahead of the verdict in a trial over the killing of ex-PM Ra

04 Aug, 2020

One in 5 people in Sri Lanka will be above 60 years by 2030

It is estimated that by 2030, 1 in 5 people in Sri Lanka will be above the age of 60, with women making up the majority as they on average outlive their male counterparts, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Sri Lanka said today. UNFPA also said that in Sri Lanka, sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services are often inaccessible to persons living with disabilities due to barriers such as physical, financial, social, and psychological in nature. While major progress has been made i

04 Aug, 2020

Citizens arrest foils attempt to buy voting cards in Beruwala

Two suspects were arrested on charges of attempting to purchase voting cards from registered voters. The Police said the two individuals were detained by area residents and handed over to the Police in Beruwala. They had attempted to purchase voting cards at Rs. 5000 each from voters. Two other persons who were also involved in the incident had reportedly fled the area when area residents had attempted to capture them. Meanwhile, candidates attempting to buy votes were warned yesterday (03)

04 Aug, 2020