Sri Lanka's ex-first lady arrested in charity corruption probe
Summary
Sri Lanka’s former first lady, Shiranthi Rajapaksa, 73, has been arrested over allegations that her charity misused donations intended for a children's hospital. The anti-corruption authority is investigating the claims of corruption.
How coverage differs
- Left: Germany's former intelligence chief arrested on suspicion of treason Left-leaning outlets do not have specific coverage on Sri Lanka's former first lady, Shiranthi Rajapaksa's arrest. The Guardian's top story focuses on Germany's arrest of a former intelligence chief over alleged spying.
- Center: Former First Lady arrested in revived corruption probe over charity funds Center outlets report that Shiranthi Rajapaksa, Sri Lanka's former first lady, was arrested by the anti-corruption authority. She faces allegations that her 'Siriliya Saviya' charity misused donations intended for a children's hospital.