The genius of diplomacy is not in its mastery of force, but in its restraint from using it. Yet history, like a deaf sovereign, often favours the loudest actors. The 12-day war between Israel and Iran in June 2025, overshadowed by media spectacles an

In an era where travel is no longer a luxury but a lifestyle, Malaysians and Sri Lankans are finding common ground in shared experiences, vibrant cultures, and breathtaking destinations.

Was Sita held captive by Ravana in Sitavaka? Was the name Sitavaka coined after this fact? And did Ravana rule Sri Lanka five thousand years ago?

With the National People’s Power Government led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake ascending to power with a large mandate, the public’s expectations around the oft-mentioned goal of “eradicating rural poverty” have significantly increased

Sri Lanka’s second Cardinal after Cardinal Thomas Cooray, Cardinal Malcolm was ordained as a priest on June 29, 1975, by Pope Paul VI in St. Peter’s Square in Rome

The healthcare waste management crisis at Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital surfaced once again when media reports indicated massive piles of waste dumped in an adjacent land named ‘Paldoruwa’. Medical experts point out that the non-inclusion of a h

For Devindya Oshini Gunawardhana (13), chess is something more than a board game. What began as a pastime to beat her sister at the game had transformed her life to a point where she now has no challenge in facing local chess competitions.

Numerology is important to understand that everything in the world is dependent on numbers. Numerology can assist you to have a better understanding and further improve the relationships with your family members, relatives, friends and superiors, to

As part of its 175th Anniversary commemorations, S. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia, hosted the final round of its nationwide English essay competition, welcoming 175 finalists from schools across Sri Lanka.

As the curtains fall on an eventful year for SLASSCOM, outgoing Chairman Nishan Mendis reflects on the past 12 months with a powerful blend of introspection, pride, and optimism. Against a backdrop of national recovery and global challenges, SLASSCOM

Ongoing excavations at the Chemmani mass grave reveal harrowing atrocities committed during the war. But this mass grave site would have been a secret buried under Lankan soil if not for a statement made by a death row convict. The convict, who is th

Sri Lanka’s recent local government elections have laid bare a striking paradox. The JVP/NPP, the dominant force in national politics following their landslide victory at the last General election, has now run into unexpected headwinds—created no

Corruption, especially within the government sector and the political system, has been endemic over the years despite continuous regime change. The issue is so serious that it’s become a cancer in Sri Lankan governance. The National People’s Powe

June 26 marked the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. It is a day dedicated to recognising and supporting those who have endured acts of torture and also calls for accountability and justice.

Plastic waste is a growing issue worldwide. According to United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) a truck load of plastic waste enters the ocean every minute we spend on this planet.

It’s time we move beyond the once-revered motto from Silicon Valley to “move fast and break things”. This quote-turned-operating mode is widespread across the world; you might even see it on the office walls of some IT companies in Colombo. The

In the emerald heart of Sri Lanka, cradled by hills, lies Kandy-a city steeped in ancient lore and sacred traditions. Yet, even here, a pervasive struggle unfolds. Daily, an ever-growing tide of human refuse threatens to overwhelm this venerable urba

Pada Yatra pilgrimage or the journey by foot from the North and East and the hill country to attend Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Devala Esala Festival has a long history that dates back as far as the ancient times History has recorded that during the reign

My former Personal Security Officer (PSO), Commander Chatura Gamage, RSP and five Bars, injured Officer from elite Sri Lanka Navy Special Boat Squadron, who has MSc in GIS and Remote Sensing from Peradeniya University gave me a call with much delight

At a 2000 event organized by the National Chamber of Exporters Sri Lanka, held at the Hotel Ceylon Inter-Continental in Colombo, the author is seen delivering a presentation, with Dr. Saman Kelegama (second from left) serving as Guest of Honor and Dr

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a United Nations (UN) agency focused on ending poverty, reducing inequality and achieving sustainable development. It is in operation in 170 countries and territories, helping nations build lasting s

Pharmaceutical Society of Sri Lanka (PSSL) Charts a New Course in Pharmacy: PSSL 2025 Scientific Sessions Spotlight Rational Drug Use, Innovation, and Global Collaboration

When questioned about the spread of plastic pellets following the recent shipwrecks, Prof. Sanath Hettiarachchi, Chairman of the National Aquatic Resources and Research and Development Agency (NARA), said that they started observations as soon as the

Passengers on SriLankan Airlines flight UL-122 received a touching surprise on Monday as Captain Shiran Sylva announced his retirement mid-flight. Following 32 years of dedicated service, Captain Sylva’s final landing at BIA was honoured with a cer

British- Sri Lankan Cardiologist, Dr Yanushi Dullewe Wijeyeratne, who is a Clinical Lecturer at City St. George’s, University of London and St George’s Hospital London, was recently honoured with an invitation to serve as a Session Chair at the E

Versatile Hollywood actor Jeremy Irons, known globally for his performances in Lolita, The Lion King, Damage, Die Hard with a Vengeance, is currently on his first visit to Sri Lanka, giving life to a new role in a Sri Lankan production. The productio

As the 1960s dawned, the Tower Theatre troupe and stage performers had scattered into isolation, with no hope for the future of the industry.

“He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother.” These words echo in my heart each time I think of my dear friend Rishard Hameed.

As geopolitical tensions escalate and the post-World War II order fragments, traditional theories of international relations struggle to explain the multifaceted behavior of nations.

It is with deep sorrow and reverence that the Sri Lanka Vegetarian Society bids adieu to one of our most cherished members and advocates, Professor Mahinda Palihawadana, whose physical departure occurred on June 8, 2025.