Ever feel like you’re stuck in the same loop? You set goals, you get excited, but somehow, you find yourself back where you started—or worse, not even starting at all. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been there, staring at a blank page o

In a bid to bring about a culture of inclusivity through therapeutic horse and pony riding, the Garden of Eden Centre for Autism in collaboration with the Ceylon Riding Club, Royal Turf Club and The Edwards Collection recently held an event to celebr

The word “Ahimsa,” derived from Sanskrit, means non-harm or non-injury and is often translated into English as non-violence.

The colourful Duruthu perahera of Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya is held annually on the pre-full moon poya day in the month of Duruthu (January) to commemorate Buddha’s third visit to Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka, with its breathtaking beaches, vibrant culture, and affordable living, is perfectly positioned to attract the growing wave of digital nomads seeking a blend of work and wanderlust.

When Sister Lidwina came to my Priestly life, it was like a shooting star and as a marker of her flamboyant personality, it enhanced my life. It is her ardent zeal that I admire, which was in the service of the Lord and also her vibrant personality r

On certain days, Colombo’s skyline is almost invisible. While some may find it similar to the mist, it is in fact called ‘particulate matter pollution’ and by definition it is a mixture of solid and liquid particles that are suspended in air.

Marking a significant milestone in the art and media scene in Sri Lanka, the World Press Photo Exhibition will open doors to the public today (January 10th) at the Arcade Independence Square after over two decades.

Medical experts and organisations including the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) have expressed concerns over proposals to introduce a ‘healthy and low-cost’ alcohol product.

Throughout the festive season, Colombo dazzled with its embellished houses and malls aglow with blinding lights. Yet, such grandeur seems to mask the harsh reality of those who have succumbed to poverty.

January 8 marked a dark and somber day in Sri Lanka’s history, as our thoughts went back to Lasantha Wickrematunge, the fearless journalist and an indefatigable champion of human rights, who fell victim to a brutal assassination.

A letter dated December 23, 2024 and signed by Secretary to the Treasury, K. M. Mahinda Siriwardena, was sent to the chairmen of commercial corporations, statutory boards and government owned companies regarding the payment of bonuses for the year 20

Let us revisit the whys and wherefores behind constructing the wall at Ratmalana Airfield. To the best of my recollection, this wall was built in 2005/2006 to protect the aircraft and runway from potential LTTE attacks. During the conflict, Ratmalana

Last year, regional rivals India and China reached an agreement on border patrolling, reducing tension in the Eastern Ladakh sector.

On January 8, 2009 Sri Lanka mourned the death of former Sunday Leader Editor-in-Chief Lasantha Wickrematunge who was assassinated while he was driving to office.

Gideon Levy is a courageous, conscientious and outspoken Israeli journalist. He writes for the Israeli daily ‘Haaretz’ and is on its editorial board. When he talks about Israel’s ‘Zone of Interest’ in Gaza Strip, he’s referring to British

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for rehabilitation of the Karainagar Boatyard in Northern Province of Sri Lanka was signed and exchanged by High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka H.E. Santosh Jha and the then High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to In

There is a miracle called Friendship that dwells within the heart and you do not know how it happens or when it even starts. But the happiness it brings to you always gives a special lift and you realise that friendship is God’s most precious gift.

As I sit down to write this about my Dearest Aunty Namal, I am filled with the wonderful memories of her, which time and space can’t erase. She was one of my Dearest childhood friends, Diko’s (Indika) mum and I knew her for over 40 years!

Regarding the recent announcement about the proposed implementation of a property tax, I would like to make the following comments and suggestions towards implementation of the property tax.

“There is still no basis to consider them as refugees yet. For now, this is regarded as a case of human trafficking.

In January 2024, the Independent Collective School (ICS) became Sri Lanka’s first formal educational establishment for alternative education.

A proposed mini hydro plant has stirred a rift between two villages in Kotmale, each with a contrasting vision for their future.

It was in the mid 1970’s that a young set of past students of Nalanda, felt they could be of more benefit to the school if they could break the stringent formalities and to direct their youthful energies towards the progress of their alma mater - N

The Cuban Revolution was an armed uprising in Cuba that overthrew the government of Fulgencio Batista on January 1, 1959. The revolution’s leader, Fidel Castro, went on to rule Cuba from 1959 to 2008.

The Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya, Colombo Chapter is proud to present a special event to felicitate veteran artiste Nissanka Diddeniya alongside the staging of the Sinhala drama “Sindukara Kavinaluwa.”

Lanka Salt Hambantota was originally established as a fully state-owned corporation. On January 24, 1997, the Ministry of Finance transferred its ownership of the shares to an external party for Rs. 471 million. At the time of this transfer, approxim

The fifth Theertha Performance Platform will take place from the 6th to the 8th of January, 2025 at the “Genesis- Dilmah Centre for a Sustainable Future”. On the 6th of January at 5.30 pm there will be a panel discussion on Performance Art. The f

Irrespective of what religion the recipients practised, the Temple of the Tooth offered scholarships to 2000 students who had passed the Grade Five Examination from 16 districts in the country. Each recipient received Rs. 2000 annually. These student

Over the past decade, as the founder of the Pekoe Trail, I’ve been fortunate to witness Sri Lanka’s incredible potential to become a global leader in sustainable tourism. It has been a journey of discovery, not just in mapping out a 300-kilometer