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England Level Series with Five-Wicket Win Over Sri Lanka

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

In a thrilling second One-Day International (ODI) at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, England beat Sri Lanka by five wickets to level the three-match series 1–1 on January 24, 2026. The tourists chased down a target of 220 runs, finishing on 223/5 in 46.2 overs, with 22 balls to spare. England’s Joe Root was the...

Trump Launches ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos — A Controversial Global Peace Initiative

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump has formally launched an international initiative called the “Board of Peace” at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, with the stated aim of promoting peace and stability — beginning with the war-torn Gaza Strip — and potentially expanding to other global conflicts. The move has been met with both diplomatic...

Ferry Sinks off Basilan in Southern Philippines; Dozens Dead and Hundreds Rescued

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

A passenger ferry carrying more than 350 people sank early Monday morning off the coast of Basilan province in the southern Philippines, leaving at least 15 people dead, dozens missing, and hundreds rescued as authorities continue search and rescue operations. (CNA) The vessel, M/V Trisha Kerstin 3, was en route from the port city of...

Winter Cold and Malnutrition Claim Lives in Gaza as Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

Despite a ceasefire that has now lasted more than four months, winter weather and chronic food shortages continue to take a devastating toll on civilians in the Gaza Strip. The combination of freezing temperatures, heavy rains, and widespread malnutrition has led to numerous deaths, particularly among young children and displaced families living in makeshift shelters....

Russia-Ukraine War: Major Attacks Continue as First Trilateral Talks with US End in “Constructive” Discussions

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

Despite ongoing Russian missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, a landmark diplomatic effort involving Russia, Ukraine, and the United States has concluded its first round of trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The talks, hosted by the UAE, took place on January 23–24, 2026 and marked the first time all three sides have...

Trump NATO Criticism Sparks Outrage in UK and Europe

Asian TribuneJanuary 23, 2026

(Based on BBC News report) US President Donald Trump sparked strong criticism from British and European leaders after claiming that NATO troops “stayed a little off the front lines” during the Afghanistan war. Trump made the comments during a recent interview on Fox News, where he questioned the reliability of NATO allies in future conflicts,...

Nandana Gunathilaka: Did He Die Naturally or Was He Killed?

Asian TribuneJanuary 19, 2026

Udaya Gammanpila Raises Controversial Questions (Analysis / Opinion)January 18, 2026 A lengthy post published by former minister Udaya Gammanpila on his Facebook page has triggered intense debate across social media and political circles. The post raises a series of open questions regarding the death of politician Nandana Gunathilaka. Gammanpila notes that he has known Gunathilaka...

The Venezuela Shock: How Unilateral Power is Redefining World Politics

Asian TribuneJanuary 14, 2026

Satellite Imagery Analysis Identifies Around 4,800 Landslides After Cyclone Dithwa

Asian TribuneJanuary 13, 2026

Authorities have identified approximately 4,800 landslides across Sri Lanka using satellite imagery and data analysis conducted in the aftermath of Cyclone Dithwa, the Arthur C. Clark Centre’s Director‑General Kumari Migahakotuwa said. Speaking at a media briefing today (12), Migahakotuwa said that the satellite images and geospatial data collected after the storm were analysed to produce...

National Sangha Council Demands Resignation of Minister Lalkantha

Asian TribuneJanuary 13, 2026

Sri Lanka’s National Sangha Council has called for the immediate resignation of Minister Lalkantha following controversial statements made by the minister, which the council described as inappropriate and harmful to national harmony. The council emphasized that such remarks are unacceptable from a government official and have the potential to incite public unrest. The National Sangha...