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The toque macaque is Sri Lanka's most iconic and widespread primate, found across our island in forests ranging from coastal lowlands to misty highlands. Known locally as the rilawa, these golden-brow
Have you ever gazed at a map of our island and wondered why Sri Lanka looks like a perfect teardrop dangling from India's underbelly? This iconic shape isn't just a quirk of cartography—it's a story e
Sri Lanka's cloud forests hide one of the world's rarest amphibians—a tiny toad that vanished for over a century before making an extraordinary comeback. The Kandyan dwarf toad represents both a conse
Imagine standing on the sandy shores of Mannar, gazing across the shimmering waters where our island meets the vast Indian mainland—just 31 kilometres away at its narrowest point. That's the Palk Stra
As corporate leaders in Sri Lanka navigate the uncertainties of 2026, KPMG's sharp analysis of the Budget reveals critical shifts that could reshape how we manage our reserves. With foreign reserves h
Looking for a Gulf job to boost your family's future? Thousands of Sri Lankans head to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and beyond each year for better salaries and opportunities, but finding legitimate
Dreaming of trading Colombo's bustling streets for Toronto's skyscrapers? As urban professionals in Sri Lanka, we're seeing more IT specialists, engineers, and finance experts from Colombo making the
Imagine descending into the misty depths of a Ratnapura gem pit, your hands sifting through rich alluvial soil, unearthing a sparkling sapphire that could grace a royal crown. That's the thrill of gem
Imagine ditching the 9-to-5 grind in Colombo traffic for the flexibility of working from a Kandy café, earning dollars while sipping tea. That's the reality for thousands of Sri Lankan freelancers in
Imagine escaping the hustle of Colombo for a day filled with lush greenery, historic trees, and serene temple vibes right in our own backyard. Gampaha and Henarathgoda offer just that, with the iconic
Imagine chugging through misty hill country on a vintage train, the rhythm of the rails echoing the heartbeat of our island's past. That's the legacy of Colonial Railways: Development of Rail Network
As the heartbeat of our island nation, the Sinhalese people form the vibrant majority, shaping Sri Lanka's culture, history, and daily life with their deep-rooted traditions and resilient spirit. Whet