No power interruption during President’s address today

No power interruptions will be in place in any part of the country during the time when President Gotabaya Rajapaksa makes a special address.

Carbon and Energy Footprint of a Garment Manufactured in Sri Lanka

The apparel industry in Sri Lanka is –historically- a recent addition to the economy of the country, first showing significant growth in the 1980s and then grew much more significantly under the Multi Fibre Agreement that brought about quota restrictions to stimulate and rationalise the apparel industry throughout the world.

Chaya Foundation - providing acceptance and inclusion to special needs children in Sri Lanka

Every parent dreams of the best things that could ever happen to their children. But nothing comes easy in life. Living with Down’s syndrome, autism and other health conditions could add to the burden of life. While society still turns a blind eye to these individuals, certain groups are working to make a change. One of these initiatives is the Chaya Foundation.

Foundation for Civilian Bravery trains ex award receivers to combat drugs in Sri Lanka

On Saturday 12 January, a training camp at the Panagoda Army Cantonment on drug prevention was held for past awardees of the Civilian Bravery Award. The awards have been running for over 24 years by The Foundation for Civilian Bravery and were created to acknowledge people who have attempted to, or have saved another person’s life.

Proposed Animal Welfare Bill shows Sri Lankans are against animal cruelty

Hot on the heels of the recent protests in Colombo and Negombo demanding that the Animal Welfare Bill needs to be passed in Parliament, Justice for Animals, a community project under the Sri Bodhiraja Foundation, held a media conference on Sunday 13 January. The Animal Welfare Bill was originally drafted in 2006 but has never been enacted despite continued public support over the years to pass it.    

Power Personified How Gregory Burns turned a disability into his greatest power

The work of Gregory Burns is a testament to the belief that no disability can take away from the courage, perseverance and ability of the human spirit. 

The hole in the ozone layer is getting smaller..(But greenhouse gases are increasing)

Finally! Some good environmental news…  

Indian boy saves man double his size from drowning in swimming pool

An 11 year old boy, originally from southern India, has saved a 34 year old man from drowning in their apartment block swimming pool.  

Glenn Close’s award-winning message to women

Glenn Close wowed the audience on Sunday night with her acceptance speech for her win as Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama for her film, The Wife.  Beating out the hot favourite, Lady Gaga for ‘A Star Is Born’, Close received a standing ovation for her call to action to encourage women to follow their dreams.  

Clever ways to transform your fortunes in 2019

January is the perfect time to banish bad financial habits and get clever with your cash. With fresh resolutions set and a year in retrospect, we’re all inspired to make the best out of 2019. Here are some top tips to save and make money in 2019.  

Searching for ‘Good’ in 2018

While people were definitely asking Google about movie releases, election results and even updates of the Royal Wedding, the search engine’s review data shows that people were also searching for “good”. 

Volunteer-run toy factory gives away toys for free

A long-haul truck driver recently walked into Tiny Tim’s Toy Foundation in West Jordan, Utah, and asked for a box of toys. Alton Thacker gave him five, each packed with 125 cars.  

Childhood cancer survivors find love

It makes sense that Lindsey Wilkerson and Joel Alsup would return to the place where they met to get married. The venue also happens to be the place that saved their lives.

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British volunteer Paul Barton and his daughter Emily Barton, 4, play piano for sick, abused, retired and rescued elephants REUTERS

Have yourself a merry little Christmas…get creative and save money

Think outside the box this Christmas with these tips and tricks that not only save you money but makes you feel good!

Bhumi: must have sustainable products for people who care

You may think that one straw in your beverage isn’t going to hurt right?  It’s just one straw.  But imagine if even just a quarter of the world’s population said that every single day, “it’s just one straw”. Multiple that by billions of people and over the year, that’s a lot of rubbish.  But it’s not just straws that are the bad guy here, think of all the other disposable plastic prod

Save the planet and win millions

If you ever had an idea to reinvent the regular household air conditioner, but never had the motive to, this might be your lucky day.     

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Lost ring finds love

36 year old John Drennan one evening decided that a sidewalk on Times Square was the perfect place to propose to his girlfriend Daniella. Daniella said yes, but unfortunately had no ring to show for it. Through all the excitement, the ring slipped off Daniella’s finger and bounced into the dirty old grate. 

Cheeky best man switches place with bride

You are waiting at the end of the isle, you turn around for your first glance at your bride and what do you see?  Your bearded best man and friend, dressed in a white gown, with a delicate lace veil.    

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A boy and a girl who jumped from the audience onto the stage, play behind Pope Francis during the weekly general audience (AFP)

A happier work week

A company in New Zealand has stumbled upon a trick to a happier work week. Perpetual Guardian in New Zealand, a company which manages trusts, has successfully trialled a four-day working week, without any changes in wages!  

Sports star puts money where his mouth is

In this day and age, we are all aware that international sports stars are paid exorbitant amounts of money compared to that of the real-life heroes among us such as nurses, teachers and doctors.  But one athlete is changing the perception that sportspeople spend all their cash on new cars and luxury holidays. 

Boat Schools of Bangladesh

Regardless of which part of the world you live in, adverse weather is becoming a commonality, increasingly hindering the day to day lives of many people across the globe. However in Bangladesh, adverse weather, especially in the form of monsoons, wreak havoc on a regular basis.   

Rupees for Recycling

CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) is growing increasingly popular in Sri Lanka with companies eager to invest their time and a share of their profits to benefiting society in some way.  

Portugal to free circus animals from life of imprisonment

Portugal has become the most recent country to take the step towards compassion against animals with their government passing legislation to ban wild animals in circuses. 

Bruno Mars’ Thanksgiving magic for 24,000 people

Pint sized popstar Bruno Mars finished off his recent 24K Magic World Tour in his home state of Hawaii by donating 24,000 thanksgiving meals to those in need. 

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Bhutanese twins’ miracle separation

15-month-old conjoined twins Nima and Dawa Peldon have been separated in an intense 6-hour operation at Melbourne’s Royal Children’s Hospital. The team, led by lead Paediatric surgeon Dr Joe Crameri, consisted of up to twenty-five different medical professionals over the course of the operation including surgeons, anaesthetists and nurses.    

Think Pink Sri Lanka

It is quite difficult for women to make a mark in certain male-dominated professions in the world. This is quite justifiable in Asian countries. Three-wheel drivers are mostly males who dominate the streets at any time during the day. In a bold move to earn a sustainable income, several females voluntarily stepped into this profession. Before long several mobile s