The aggravating fuel shortage and the unavailability of public transport compelled several professional bodies to demand the resignation of the incumbent President with immediate effect. Following the events that transpired on July 9, medical e
When word went round inviting all citizens to gather at the Galle Face Green on July 9, many thought that it wouldn’t be a success with the imposition of curfew the previous night. But as the....
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe declared on June 22 (Wednesday) that the country’s economy has “completely collapsed” as reported in the The Guardian. My wife Dushyanthi Hoole, a Professor of Chemistry, has been working o
Sri Lanka’s parliament comprises a majority of politicians above the age of 35. Youth engagement in politics has been discouraged to a greater extent due to factors such as nepotism and wealth; thereby allowing relatives and close associates of politicians to enter politics. Even though a youth quota was introduced back in 1990- which made it ma
Incessant Hunting, authored by Gnanasena Pathirana and translated into English by Lloyd Perera, is a multi-layered story that explores the furthest reaches of what it means to be human; more precisely what it means to be a patriot.
With the Battle of the Blues looming in the horizon and the rugby season about to start, Royal College’s Cricket and Rugby teams are looking forward to a packed sports season. With the aim of boosting the morale of the players of both
Vajiraramaya Temple, down Vajira Road, Colombo 04 that had its beginnings in a Bana Maḍuwa or Preaching Hall on July 27, 1901, became well known within and outside the shores of Sri Lanka firstly, because of the erudition and far-sighte
A minister who was charged with extortion [an exorbitant Rs. 64 million] and abusing his powers, found guilty and sentenced to two years RI- suspended thanks to the judiciary’s sympathy, he continues.....
Canada issues travel advisory over serious risk in Arugam Bay
More countries issue travel advisories
Sri Lanka Tourism invites global travellers for upcoming season
Russian embassy urges citizens to stay vigilant in Arugam Bay
US Embassy issues travel warning for Arugam Bay
Tourism industry on edge as travel advisories mount
Israelis top tourist arrivals in Arugam Bay, but reduced now