Sri Lanka
ISIS Church Bombs Help China Gain Indian Ocean Ally to America's Chagrin
With the historically pro-China Rajapaksa brothers back in power, Sri Lanka is being asked by the U.S. to shun the Belt and Road Initiative and prioritize "a transparent, private sector-driven investment, grant, and business model."
WHO Is About to Decide Whether Coronaviurs Is Global Health Emergency
The virus has killed almost 200 people since it emerged in the city of Wuhan in late 2019.
United Nations Bans Sri Lankan Troops Over General Accused of War Crimes
A month after the appointment of Lt. General Shavendra Silva as chief of the Sri Lankan army, the United Nations announced a ban on Sri Lankan troops, citing concern over Silva's involvement in the death of tens of thousands of Sri Lankan Tamils during civil war.
Images of Emaciated 70-year-old Performing Elephant Spark Anger
"She walks many kilometers every night so that people will feel blessed during the ceremony. No one sees her bony body or her weakened condition, because of her costume," the Save Elephant Foundation said.
Elephant Calves Are Being Killed With 'Jaw Exploder' Devices in Sri Lanka
The homemade explosives have become the leading cause of death for elephants in Sri Lanka, where hundreds of the endangered animals are killed each year.
Persecution of Christians Becoming a Genocide, Report Warns
A review of persecution of Christians across the world finds alarming evidence that extremists are getting closer to eradicating Christianity in some areas.
Kellyanne Conway Criticizes AOC for Tweeting About Netflix Doc
"It's not about her faith, it's about her selectivity," Conway said.
Sri Lanka Bombings: Number of Dead Falls by 100
The radical revision has also been attributed to poor communication among officials.
Sri Lanka Muslims Attacked, Forced From Homes
Hundreds of Muslim refugees have been forced to flee Sri Lanka's west coast following reprisals.
Ocasio-Cortez Assailed for Silence on Sri Lanka Attacks
Pastor Darrell Scott said Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has not tweeted about the Sri Lanka bombings because she could not use them
"as a weapon against the Trump administration."
Who Are the Victims of the Sri Lanka Bombings?
At least 321 people were killed and more than 500 injured in the coordinated bomb attacks on Easter.
Sri Lanka Blasts Were 'Response' to Christchurch Attack
Sri Lanka's defense minister said the bombings, which killed 321, are linked to the attacks on two New Zealand mosques last month.
Fox News Star Says Democrats 'Pander' to Muslims
"They're making Christians and conservatives out to be the villains for reacting to terrorist attacks," Watters claimed.
A History of Sri Lanka's Christians
Sri Lanka's Christians have a long history that reflects the dynamics of colonialism as well as present-day ethnic and religious tensions.
At Least Two U.S. Nationals Died in Sri Lanka Bombings
At least two of those who were killed were dual nations of the U.S. and the United Kingdom.
Sri Lanka Attacks: Everything We Know
"It was a river of blood," said N.A. Sumanapala, a shopkeeper near St. Anthony's Shrine in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Early Humans Hunted Monkeys, Turned Bones Into Weapons
Targeting monkeys and squirrels allowed the first humans in Sri Lanka to colonize the rainforest environment.
Where Will Weed Be Legal Next?
Several Asian countries have taken note of cannabis legalization movements in North America and other nations.
Is Sri Lanka Safe? Crisis Stokes Civil War Fears
President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to sack the entire cabinet, suspend parliament and appoint a new prime minister has sparked unrest.
Tourists Arrested for Mooning Photo at Sacred Site
"The Prime Minister had instructed the police to seek assistance from Telecommunication Regulatory Commission if needed," local newspaper "Daily Mirror" reported.
Sri Lanka to Start Hanging Drug Dealers
President Maithripala Sirisena will end the moratorium that has been in place on executions since 1976.
Man given 12 Years Jail after Attempted Plane Hijack
He was tackled and tied up by a group of passengers.
Open Letter to Zuckerberg: Why Facebook Crushes Dissent
Activists and human rights advocates want answers from Facebook.
Women in Sri Lanka Can Now Buy Alcohol Legally
The government will amend a 1955 law that prohibited women form buying alcohol or working in a place with a liquor license.
Buddhist Extremists Clash With Muslims In Sri Lanka
Buddhist extremists are provoking violence across Asia.
Fatal Crocodile Attack Feared in Sri Lanka
Paul McClean was a 24-year-old journalist for the Financial Times.
Cyclone Hits Rohingya Refugee Camps
An estimated 75,000 Rohingya have fled from Myanmar to Bangladesh, seeking refuge from persecution at home.
John Elliott: Does India's Modi Deserve to be Reelected
The new law on the slaughter of cows and buffalos is not so much an animal welfare as a religious issue.
Sri Lanka Appeals for Aid After Deadly Floods
India is sending three Navy ships with supplies and other aid.