The article reports on the sudden resignation of Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George following his removal by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, with no stated reason provided.

The article discusses India's role in Sri Lanka's energy security amid regional tensions, highlighting past Indian aid and proposed economic partnerships.

US President Donald Trump announced the destruction of Iran's B1 bridge, claiming it will never be used again and warning of further attacks unless Iran negotiates.

The article explains Iran's nuclear program, detailing the enrichment process and the time required to build a nuclear weapon. It references technical assessments from experts like Prof.

The article reports that US crude oil prices exceeded $110, leading to declines in Wall Street indices following President Trump's announcement of potential Iranian attacks.

In the same week that a new archbishop of Canterbury was installed, YouGov admitted that a poll suggesting there was a “quiet revival” of Christianity was a dud.

The article discusses the evolutionary development of vertebrate eyes, tracing their origins to a worm-like ancestor 600 million years ago.

The article discusses the sentencing of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong, noting that Western officials and media have cited it as evidence of a declining legal system.

The article reports on a telecommunications scam in Singapore where a Malaysian man was sentenced to jail for participating in a scheme that generated over 50,000 fraudulent calls and S$1.6 million in losses.

The article details President Trump's executive order imposing pharmaceutical tariffs on foreign drug manufacturers, with varying rates based on negotiation deals.

The article reports on Powerus, a drone company backed by Donald Trump's sons, seeking to sell defensive drones to Gulf countries under Iranian threat.

Two California Democratic lawmakers conducted an unannounced oversight visit to ICE's Otay Mesa detention center, citing concerns about conditions and alleging systemic issues.

The article reports on ongoing military conflicts between Iran and its allies versus Israel and the United States, with strikes targeting economic and industrial sites.

Two teenagers in New South Wales have been charged with possessing extremist material after police seized items from their homes during a counterterrorism investigation.

The article reports on a meeting between Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and civil society representatives discussing relief efforts for Cyclone Ditwah victims.

Sri Lanka's Transport Minister Bimal Rathnayake visited Moscow to strengthen bilateral ties with Russia through high-level meetings focusing on transport, energy, and parliamentary cooperation.

Rajeev Amarasuriya has been re-elected as President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka for 2026/2027, with Nalin Chandika De Silva assuming the role of Secretary. The ceremonial induction will occur at the 52nd Convocation on 10 May 2026.

The World Bank, IMF, and IEA announced a coordination group to address energy and economic impacts of the Middle East war.

The article reports on the removal of Attorney General Pam Bondi by President Trump, citing frustrations with her handling of Epstein-related files and her management of the Justice Department.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has requested Army Chief of Staff Randy George to step down, effective immediately. George, a career military officer nominated by former President Joe Biden, will be replaced by Army Vice Chief of Staff…