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A Tea Plucker’s Tale

Tea pluckers are often a forgotten part of Sri Lanka’s storied tea culture. We spoke to one estate worker on the travails of life in the plantations.

COVID-19 Vaccines: Myth vs. Fact

With Sri Lanka in the initial stages of immunising the public against COVID-19, myths and misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines and their alleged side-effects abound.

Which COVID-19 Vaccine Should You Receive?

Sri Lanka began distribution of two COVID-19 vaccines — the Chinese-manufactured Sinopharm and the Russian Sputnik V — at the beginning of this month, after running out of stocks of the Indian-manufactured ‘Covishield’ AstraZeneca vaccine in April. Although orders for more doses had been placed ahead of time, the Serum Institute of India, which manufactures the AstraZeneca vaccine, has been unable to deliver due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis in that country.

What Happened To The Itukama Fund?

The ‘Itukama COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund’ gained a lot of attention on social media recently, following heightened public interest in how the monies in the public fund were being utilised.

The CEO Of The Ceylon Chamber Of Commerce Talks COVID-19 And Private Sector Commerce

Navigating the economic challenges brought about by the pandemic has been no easy feat. In our brand new series, powered by CIMA, we sat down with some of Sri Lanka’s top business leaders to learn how they guided their organisations through these uncertain times.

Protecting Sri Lanka’s Children Ep. 2: Adopting A Policy

From health issues to abuse and child labour, children are exposed to various dangers—particularly those from underprivileged communities.

What’s Happening With The Investigations Into The Easter Sunday Attacks?

The charges recently brought against former Secretary to the Defence Ministry, Hemasiri Fernando and Inspector General of Police, Pujith Jayasundara are the first to be made in connection with the 2019 Easter Sunday Terror Attacks.

A Symbiotic Approach To Understanding Migration: A Conversation With Artists Aziz Harara And Rupaneethan Pakkiyarajah

More than a mere mode of communication, language shoulders the deep-rooted experiences and memories of generations past. Colomboscope’s 2021 edition, ‘Language is Migrant’ encourages artists to explore this movement from culture to culture and person to person. Inviting an incredible range of artists to interpret this theme, tandem residencies were formed to allow both local and international artists to work cohesively in a creatively enhanced environment.

Ramadan 2021: Reliving Community and Culture

When one thinks of Ramadan, community is often the first thing that comes to mind. For Muslims, this holy month is very rarely a solitary time — iftar spreads, late-night prayers and charity projects all require the participation of extended families and communities. Short eats are dropped off at the neighbours’ homes, potluck dinners are organised, and family matriarchs sit and stir vats of kanji that could feed entire suburbs.

License To Poach: Fishing For Trouble In Sri Lanka’s Northern Waters

The trouble today is not caused by traditional fishers, so much as by mechanised trawlers owned by Tamil Nadu businessmen, that use big nets to scoop up everything in their path; bottom-trawling is a method so destructive that scrape marks on the seabed can be seen in underwater videos of the practice.

Island Blueprints | Episode Two: Architect Philip Weeraratne

On episode two of #IslandBlueprints, Architect Philip Weeraratne delves into how his team conceptualised and designed a contemporary private residence in the heart of Colombo 6, made unique by the way in which it cleverly incorporates the natural landscape of the area within the structure.

How To Spot Fake News

In this age of disinformation, how can you make sure the news you’re receiving is accurate and real? Here are five simple steps you can follow to identify fake news before sharing or believing it yourself.

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