Researchers found over 111,000 spiders in what is believed to be the world’s largest spider web inside a cave along the Albanian-Greek border. The discovery highlights a unique ecosystem thriving in a dark environment. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114450
The Police Special Task Force (STF) arrested three suspects in Galle on November 8, 2025, during a raid in the Seenigama area. The arrested individuals were found with a substantial amount of heroin. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114449
The Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar denied bail applications from former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, who were convicted in the “carrom board case” and are appealing their sentences. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114448
The debate on the Second Reading of the 2026 Appropriation Bill begins today, November 8, and will last for six days, concluding on November 14. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114447
James Watson, the acclaimed geneticist and Nobel Prize co-winner for discovering DNA’s structure, passed away at age 97 after a brief illness, as confirmed by his former employer’s statement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114446
The Meteorology Department forecasts heavy rainfall with showers and thundershowers expected across most parts of the island after 1:00 p.m. on November 08, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114445
U.S. airlines are cancelling hundreds of flights following a Federal Aviation Administration order to reduce service due to a government shutdown. Travelers are urgently trying to adjust to the disruptions as the impact of the shutdown takes effect nationwide. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114444
A shooting occurred in the Kotahena area of Colombo, resulting in one injury. Further details have not been disclosed. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114443
The Ape Janabala Party, also known as the Our Power of People Party, has announced its decision to extend support to the current government. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114442
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced the absorption of 75,000 individuals into the state sector to address long-standing vacancies. He emphasized the severe weakening of the state administrative system due to insufficient recruitment in public service over the years. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114441