A magnitude 5.8 earthquake occurred near the northern coast of Peru, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). The event was reported on December 28, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116470
Legendary Sri Lankan singer Latha Walpola’s final rites will take place on December 31, 2025, at Borella General Cemetery. Prior to the interment, family sources confirmed that final respects will be paid at Independence Square. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116469
A 57-year-old man was killed in a dispute with a neighbor in the Samarugama area of Ayagama, as reported by the police. The incident highlights escalating tensions in the community. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116468
A ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia has been implemented along their border after nearly three weeks of violent clashes, displacing close to one million people. The truce aims to restore peace in the region following the escalation of conflict. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116467
The Government Printing Department of Sri Lanka has released the official holiday calendar for 2026, which features 26 public holidays. This information comes just days before the new year, as announced on December 28, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116465
A suspect was arrested in Minuwangoda for possessing a foreign-made firearm, a magazine, and 25 rounds of T-56 ammunition. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116464
Myanmar’s ruling junta initiated elections on December 28, 2025, after five years of civil war following the ousting of the last elected government. The junta promotes the polls as a step towards restoring democracy amidst ongoing restrictions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116463
Heavy rainfall is anticipated today in several areas of the island, including the Northern, North-central, Eastern, Uva, Central provinces, and Hambantota district, as reported by the Department of Meteorology. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116462
Winter weather, including snow and ice, has disrupted airline traffic in the U.S. Northeast, causing thousands of flight delays and cancellations. Officials in New York and New Jersey declared weather emergencies as the storm eased by mid-morning on December 28, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116461
Legendary Sri Lankan singer Latha Walpola has passed away on December 27, 2025. Her contributions to music have left a lasting impact. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116460