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Trump boasts ‘extreme intelligence’ after release of medical results
Trump touted “extreme intelligence” after releasing medical results, claiming a perfect cognitive test score. He urged potential presidential and vice-presidential candidates to take the test. The report highlights his praise of his own mental fitness following the medical results. Source: AdaDerana, May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123154
UNP calls for formal process and consultation with Maha Sangha on monastic discipline issues
The United National Party (UNP) urges following established procedures and consulting with the Maha Sangha on issues related to Buddhist monastic discipline, emphasizing a formal process. Source: AdaDerana, May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123153
Donald Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons
Donald Trump claimed Iran guaranteed it would not pursue nuclear weapons, amid reports he sent a tougher peace proposal back to Tehran. The assertion was reported by AdaDerana on May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123152
Japan provides US$1.33 million grant to revive livelihoods of Eastern fishermen
Japan grants Sri Lanka $1.33 million to restore livelihoods of Eastern Province inland fishermen affected by Cyclone Ditwah. The funding supports restoration efforts and aid distribution. Source: AdaDerana, May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123151
Woman killed in train accident near Wellawatte Railway Station
A woman was killed after being struck by a train near Wellawatte Railway Station, police said. Source: AdaDerana. (May 31, 2026) source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123150
Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
Hundreds arrested across France after chaotic Champions League celebrations following PSG’s win over Arsenal. Clashes between fans and police led to more than 400 detentions. Report notes widespread unrest tied to the final, with ongoing security responses nationwide. Source: AdaDerana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123149
Bodies of all 3 children recovered after drowning incident in Hungama
Three schoolchildren who went missing while bathing in the sea at Kalametiya, Hungama, have all been recovered. The incident occurred yesterday (30), and authorities confirmed the search concluded with the recovery of their bodies. Source: AdaDerana. May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123148
Private bus operators call for 5% fare hike following fuel price increase
The Lanka Private Bus Owners Association (LPBOA) urged the National Transport Commission (NTC) to implement an interim 5% fare increase after recent fuel price hikes. The request follows the fuel price rise, seeking immediate relief for operators. Source: AdaDerana report (May 31, 2026). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123147
No revision of bus fares despite diesel price hike NTC
The National Transport Commission (NTC) announced there will be no bus fare revision despite the recent diesel price hike. This stance was reported by AdaDerana on May 31, 2026.【Note: Source link provided in original text】 source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123146