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Constitutional Crisis And International Achievements: Sri Lanka In 2018

An eventful year is coming to a close, and as we enter a new one, we think it is fortuitous to remember the old adage by which Confucius swore—”Study the past if you would define the future.” Political infighting resulted in a mega-crisis that shook the stability of the country; racial riots erupted in the Eastern and Central provinces, and several other matters of little consequence took up national headlines. On the bright side, Sri Lanka made some progress in a number of areas, won awards and became sporting champions. Here is a summary of the highs and lows of this year:

In Good Faith: A Day In The Life Of A Christmas Crib Seller

At an intersection on a busy street in bustling Kotahena is a shrine for St. Anthony, patron saint of lost things. Milling in through the three glass doors of the imposing Neoclassical façade are ordinary people wanting extraordinary miracles. The St. Anthony’s Shrine in Kochchikade has a reputation for granting the wishes of those who fervently pray at its altars, but is equally well-known for is its ability to draw a multi-religious audience.

Police Website To Report Lost Mobile Phones

Police have launched a new website to report stolen or misplaced mobile phones.

‘Dancing’ Land Monitors At Comedy Photography Awards

A picture of two Sri Lanka land monitors locked in embrace has made it to the finals of the 2018 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

Six Weeks Since Sri Lanka’s Political Crisis Began: Where Do Things Stand Now?

It has now been six weeks since the country was thrown into disarray after President Maithripala Sirisena replaced his Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe with former nemesis Mahinda Rajapaksa.

Constitutional Crisis Deepens As President Sirisena Dissolves House

Ending days of speculation, President Maithripala Sirisena dissolved Parliament on the night of November 9th, calling for snap elections on January 5th, no more than two days after newly-appointed Government Information Director, Nalaka Kaluwewa, issued an official statement denying what he claimed was a “rumour”, spread by an “organized group”.

From Furniture To Friendship: How Facebook Groups Like EPFS Are Creating A New Community

There wasn’t really a culture of buying and selling used items in Sri Lanka – until recently that is. With the proliferation of several Facebook groups encouraging the sale of ‘preloved’ items, Sri Lankans, who had previously attached some stigma to buying second-hand goods, are now enthusiastic participants in this new phenomenon.

Brain Fry: How Digital Devices Can Scramble Your Child’s Brain

When 45-year-old Chathurya* gave her 13-year-old son a smartphone, she didn’t see any potential drawbacks. “All his friends are hyperconnected, and considering myself a rather progressive mum, I didn’t buy the argument that people were less connected in the ‘real world’ because of friendships pursued online,” she told Roar Media. “Furthermore, given the evidence that the skills acquired during gaming helped develop strategic thinking and motor skills and also knowing the benefits of having knowledge at my fingertips, I thought Mahesh* would benefit from it,” she said.

Talking People Out Of Harm: The Volunteers Behind Suicide Prevention In Sri Lanka

It is a hot, humid day in Colombo as I make my way to ‘Sumithrayo’, a volunteer-based charity, to speak to Jomo about what the organisation does to prevent suicide in Sri Lanka. Jomo, a tall man with wide shoulders and a blunt, no-nonsense manner, is clear from the outset that he would like to keep much of his personal information—including his last name—to himself, explaining that anonymity is key in the work they do. “Callers must not feel they know who they are talking to,” he said. “If they know who they are talking to, they may be deterred from divulging information about themselves because they are afraid of social consequences. It is absolutely imperative that we remain anonymous.”

Containing The Human Elephant Conflict: What Is Project Orange Elephant?

The Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society has been quietly implementing an innovative idea to mitigate human-elephant conflict. Project Orange Elephant helps limit losses to crops and homes by planting citrus trees, which elephants tend to avoid. Founder Ravi Corea explains how the project came about and how it helps prevent clashes between the two species.

The Birds And The Bees: Where Do We Stand On Sex Ed in Sri Lanka?

Open conversations and age-appropriate sexuality education backed by evidence can teach adolescents and young people everything they need to know about safe sex practices, and respecting bodies and boundaries in relationships.

How Sustainable Is Your Seafood?

Given Sri Lanka’s 1,340-km-long coastline, seafood is a readily available source of nutrition for a majority of the population. The benefits of seafood fish are numerous and well known. They are a rich source of omega-3 fats, vitamin D and selenium, and are high in protein, and low in saturated fat. In a country like Sri Lanka, where many communities eschew the consumption of meat, fish provides a widely accepted— and healthier—alternative.

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