The case study presented in this article highlights the importance of having the correct for agencies responsible for managing environmentally sensitive areas, specifically focusing on the design and maintenance....

After her graduation with a BA at the University of Ceylon, she left to join the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London and the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, England, where she studied drama helped by actresses...

A survey has revealed that the existing social assistance programme Samurdhi has failed to reach out to the poorest in the society. In addition to that only 31% of the poorest in every 10 households receive Samurdhi....

With carbon emissions at an all-time high and climate change becoming an ever-looming threat to the planet, sustainability has become one of the most crucial responsibilities of the corporate world. As people around the world are increas

Learning while the world has changed dramatically over the years, education in Sri Lanka, as well as in most parts of the world, has remained...

A school is as sacred as a religious sanctum. For within its walls her students not only learn about academics but also all the skills and attitudes one needs to lead a dignified life. Wesley College stands as a radiant beacon among the leading colle

‘Tribute Tea in the Collection of the Palace Museum’ is the first physical atlas of palace tribute tea in the history of Chinese tea.

It’s difficult to disentangle religious hard truths from myth, or truth from lies.We have a tendency to “shoot the messenger,” –don’t be angry with the person who makes disrespectful expressions intended to offend or hurt you; instead look

Christine de Silva, who passed away a year ago on 2nd June 2022, was unconditionally loving, hospitable and caring of everyone around her, always witty and fun-loving, and quite audacious to the point of teaching music to deaf children !

Full moon poya days are observed as spiritually significant days by the Buddhist devotees. The Wesak Poya Day, being the day of Triple Significance of the life of Tathagata Gautama, is most sacred.

The historical Thanthirimale Raja Maha Viharaya claiming for a civilization running back to the period before the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka is situated in the picturesque valley of Malwathuoya, about thirty miles away from Anuradhapura.

Buddhism recognises ten transcendental virtues (which in Pali are known as parami) that every aspirant of enlightenment or Supreme Buddhahood should practise.

The Association of Retired Flag Rank Officers (ARFRO), held its 25th Annual General Meeting recently at the Regimental Officers’ Mess, of Sri Lanka Corps of Military Police, Polhengoda, Colombo 5. Air Chief Marshal G.P Bulathsinghala RWP RSP VSV US

As more and more things are to be automated, the more it would come at someone’s expense

A collective of over 60 organizations, representing women’s, fisheries, farmers’ rights, rights of disappeared persons etc., and at least 150 activists have condemned steps taken by the Labour Minister to remove Swasthika Arulingam, the only woma

*Shiva has been collecting parking tickets at the Galle Face Green for the past five years. His job is to earn Rs. 2000 during week days and Rs. 7000 during weekends to be remited to his company. But the uncertainty....

Do the University students really get a value addition for their assignments? Assignments are completed after putting in much dedication, effort and sleepless nights....

The British School in Colombo (BSC) recently became the first international school in Sri Lanka to receive British School Overseas accreditation. To be a BSO accredited school, a set of standards written...

S.P.G. Pemalal Wasantha Kumara, 42, a father of two children is suffering from a chronic kidney disease. Premalal is a resident of Getalawa, Galenbindunuwewa in Anuradhapura District. He has been advised...

According to the spirit of words of the great Tamil genius poet Tiruvallur “It is impossible for anyone to conquer him by intrigue who possesses power of speech, and is neither faulty nor timid” (Kural 647). This Sri Lankan Student has drawn the

* Sri Lanka has always been a country that values education. Sri Lanka’s youth are always being encouraged to excel in academic pursuits. Recently, the Institute of Applied Statistics Sri Lanka (IASSL) held the 9th National Statistics Olympiad in D

Austrian magician and trainer Dino Dorado and his assistant Victoria were in Sri Lanka recently. During their visit they visited the Sri Lanka Magic Circle (SLMC)

A man of principles he never faltered to express what he thought about and what he was against during his private, political, and social engagements

Ajahn Brahmavamso with his Oxford University education, experience in life and as a world renowned meditating monk, is certainly the most unique person to conduct a business/professional forum

President Ranil Wickremesinghe took the stage at the ‘Nikkei Forum: Future of Asia’ held in Tokyo, Japan yesterday. During his address, President Wickremesinghe also emphasised that Asian nations....

Last month a seven-year- old girl died in Gampola allegedly due to an overdose of paracetamol. The investigation into the alleged....

Numbering over 300 singers, a combined choir of girls and boys rendered the glorious Jubilee Anthem “Gloria Te” to conclude the magnificent Josephian Holy Week Choral Presentation. The beautifully....

Do people think about flora and fauna and have a microscopic view of the environment around them? Following on these lines think....

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a psychological condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours, OCD can significantly impact a person’s daily life, productivity, and me