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Success: How Sri Lanka Eliminated Mother-To-Child HIV Transmission

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) spreads in three ways: through unprotected sexual intercourse, through blood, and from Mother-To-Child (MTCT). And while advanced an HIV, or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is not curable, HIV can be controlled, and Sri Lanka recently scored a big victory in the battle against the disease by eliminating mother-to-child transmission of the disease.

Sri Lanka On Alert For Wuhan Pneumonia

A new virus is spreading rapidly in China. But health authorities here think there is no need to panic, yet.

Poison In The Air: Monitoring Sri Lanka’s Air Quality

Early last November, Colombo woke up to an unusual smog lingering over the city. At first, many thought it was a mist brought about by the impending cold weather. But by late morning, news had begun to filter through that Sri Lanka’s air quality had turned ‘unhealthy’.

The Looming Threat Of Power Cuts In March

Sri Lanka may have to face power cuts in the month of March due to low levels of rainfall and limited power-generation capacity.

Striking the Right Notes: Some Of Our Best Underground Musicians

Sri Lanka has a rich musical history, characterized by a folk tradition, such as the Sinhalese Virindu, or the Portuguese influenced Baila. But there is now a burgeoning contemporary music scene that, while still relatively new, is making an impact.

A Sonic Solution To The Human-Elephant Conflict?

An engineer from Anuradhapura has found a way to drive out invading elephants by using sound waves.

It’s Wikipedia Day: Meet Some Of Sri Lanka’s ‘Wikipedians’

Here’s a look at what unique challenges the community of Sri Lankan editors face.

Will Single-Use Plastics Be Finally Banned In Sri Lanka?

Single-use plastics are a major threat to the environment. Are we finally ready to make some tough decisions?

The Importance Of Good Sleep

Ever wonder whether a lack of sleep is taking a toll on your life?
Here’s how sleep deprivation affects your thinking and concentration, along with 5 simple tips to improve your sleep.

A 100 Years Of CIMA

CIMA, the world’s foremost management accountancy institution, celebrated its 100th anniversary recently. Here’s a quick look into its early days and how far CIMA has come since.

Begging For Travel: The Rising Trend Of ‘Begpackers’ In Sri Lanka

A young male tourist sits cross-legged outside the Fort Railway Station in Colombo. Arranged neatly in front of him are rows of colourful wristbands. To his left, a cardboard sign on which is penned the words, ‘I’m travelling the world, could you support me please?’—replicated in Sinhalese on his right.

What’s Going On In The Sri Lankan Startup Ecosystem? (January 2020)

Here is a list of upcoming startup events which will be held this month.

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