Fredrick Wootler

Sri Lanka is experiencing an alarming rise in cybercrime as transnational scam networks, particularly Chinese-run operations, relocate from Southeast Asia. Experts attribute this to the ease of obtaining tourist visas and limited regulation on SIM cards and internet connections, with police noting an increase in cybercrimes by tourists setting up scams.

A fire at an unregistered nursing home in Anguruwatota, Sri Lanka, killed 12 residents and injured eight others. The facility was overcrowded, with 71 people in a space designed for 15, and the director was arrested for suspected negligence. Government officials had previously warned the home to follow laws and guidelines.

A fire at an unregistered nursing home in Anguruwatota town, western Sri Lanka, killed 12 residents and injured eight others. The facility, overcrowded with 71 people in a space meant for 15, led to the director's arrest for suspected negligence. Government officials had previously warned the management to follow laws and guidelines.

A fire at a nursing home in western Sri Lanka killed 12 residents and injured eight others. The director of the home was arrested on suspicion of causing deaths through negligence, and an investigation is ongoing. Fifty-one residents were rescued, including those with mental illnesses.

A fire at a nursing home in western Sri Lanka killed 12 residents and injured eight others. The director was arrested on suspicion of causing deaths through negligence, and an investigation is underway.