Sri Lanka
Is it safe to travel to Sri Lanka?

Is it safe to travel to Sri Lanka?
Government slashes airline costs in bid to reverse tourism slump following Easter attacks
10 Jul 2019
Countries where the burka is banned

Countries where the burka is banned
Sri Lanka is latest nation to ban the Islamic face veils
30 Apr 2019
Sri Lanka travel advice: UK issues warning

Sri Lanka travel advice: UK issues warning
Foreign Office says further attacks likely and US issues warning to avoid places of worship
26 Apr 2019
Sri Lanka attacks: what we know about the bombers

Sri Lanka attacks: what we know about the bombers
Nine attackers were well-educated and wealthy, say authorities
25 Apr 2019
Sri Lanka attacks: Islamic State claims responsibility

Sri Lanka attacks: Islamic State claims responsibility
Terror group claim comes as authorities face anger over failure to act on warnings
24 Apr 2019
Is Sri Lanka on the brink of another civil war?

Is Sri Lanka on the brink of another civil war?
The Easter Sunday bombings have opened wounds from 26-year-long conflict that ended a decade ago
23 Apr 2019
Today’s front pages: Sri Lanka’s tragedy

Today’s front pages: Sri Lanka’s tragedy
A round up of the headlines from UK newspapers on 23 April
23 Apr 2019

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Sri Lanka attacks ‘linked to international terror network’

Sri Lanka attacks ‘linked to international terror network’
Government blames local group, but experts point to ‘co-ordination, sophistication and timing’ as proof of foreign involvement
23 Apr 2019
Sri Lanka hiring hangmen as drug war escalates

Sri Lanka hiring hangmen as drug war escalates
Executioners needed as President Maithripala Sirisena ends moratorium on capital punishment
14 Feb 2019
How Sri Lankan parliament descended into violence

How Sri Lankan parliament descended into violence
Lawmakers brawl as anger grows over ousting of democratically elected leader last month
15 Nov 2018
Joe Root hails England after opening Test win in Sri Lanka

Joe Root hails England after opening Test win in Sri Lanka
England’s overseas losing run ends with a thumping victory in Galle
9 Nov 2018
Keaton Jennings hits superb century in Galle

Keaton Jennings hits superb century in Galle
Sri Lanka need 447 runs to win the first Test after England opener’s 146 not out
8 Nov 2018
Sri Lanka declares state of emergency

Sri Lanka declares state of emergency
Tensions between Sinhalese Buddhists and Muslims erupt into biggest unrest since civil war
7 Mar 2018
Luxury Sri Lanka: The Owl and the Pussycat hotel

Luxury Sri Lanka: The Owl and the Pussycat hotel
A whimsical hideaway stunningly located on the edge of the Indian Ocean
27 Oct 2017
Financial Times journalist killed by crocodile in Sri Lanka

Financial Times journalist killed by crocodile in Sri Lanka
‘Accomplished’ reporter Paul McClean, 24, dragged into water while washing his hands
15 Sep 2017
Turn off, tune in, drop out: Six tech-free holidays

Turn off, tune in, drop out: Six tech-free holidays
Scrap the smartphone, wave goodbye to WiFi and recharge your personal battery on these digital-detox getaways
23 May 2017
The 15 most luxurious places to travel this Easter

The 15 most luxurious places to travel this Easter
Make your break even more special by visiting some of the world's most indulgent holiday hotspots
31 Mar 2017
Liam Plunkett hits final ball for six as England tie – video

Liam Plunkett hits final ball for six as England tie – video
Drama at Trent Bridge as home side get a share of the spoils in thrilling climax to first ODI against Sri Lanka
22 Jun 2016
Alastair Cook joins the 10,000 club: Can he catch Tendulkar?

Alastair Cook joins the 10,000 club: Can he catch Tendulkar?
England captain becomes the youngster player to reach the landmark as his side cruise to victory over Sri Lanka
31 May 2016
Cricket points system: What is it, why has it been adopted?

Cricket points system: What is it, why has it been adopted?
England and Sri Lanka will fight it out to be overall 'tour winner' – but most think the change is pointless
18 May 2016
Black July anniversary: the legacy of the Tamil massacre 

Black July anniversary: the legacy of the Tamil massacre
The killings catapulted the country in civil war, but the government has yet to face up to its violent past
23 Jul 2015
Australia 'told refugees to find own way back to India'

Australia 'told refugees to find own way back to India'
Refugees were told they would be put in lifeboats with a map of India and Sri Lanka
4 Aug 2014
CRICKET: England foiled by Sri Lanka

CRICKET: England foiled by Sri Lanka
Last Sri Lankan batsman survives final five balls of the match to secure a draw at Lord's
17 Jun 2014
Hales blitz fires England to win over Sri Lanka at World T20

Hales blitz fires England to win over Sri Lanka at World T20
First T20 century by an England batsman keeps Stuart Broad's team in contention
28 Mar 2014
CRISPIN BLACK: The Queen needs HMS Britannia

CRISPIN BLACK: The Queen needs HMS Britannia
'Missis Kwin' will be missed in her far-flung realms if there's to be no more long-distance air travel
8 May 2013