MAN OF THE MOMENT
SRI LANKA’S PRIDE I’m excited to achieve great milestones with them next season Yevan David LMD’s glossy tabloid the Good News Collection (GNC) – yes, it is strictly and exclusively a monthly smorgasbord of good news! – features stories that whet the appetite of readers with a delectable celebration of Sri Lanka and Sri Lankans, […]
REGAINING SRI LANKA
STARBOARD FOR A PORT CITY Wijith DeChickera spots a pretty girl on the beach west of Colombo’s fair shores and hope she knows she’s not the only one around Port City Colombo (PCC) is the kind of place that leaves one feeling a certain frisson. First it was the politics of the place and then […]
LMD INTERNATIONAL COVER STORY
CONNECT LOS ANGELES Ruby Lovell Sri Lanka’s award -winning island girl Sri Lanka born Ruby Lovell is a multi award-winning US and UK national television journalist, producer and published children’s book author. With a passion for impactful storytelling, she creates thought-provoking yet entertaining content across multiple platforms. Over a decade, her career has been defined […]
CREATIVITY DRIVES CLIMATE CONVERSATION
Climate Positive is now open at the Barefoot Gallery, bringing together the work of 10 Sri Lankan creators who use art to spark conversations about climate change. Their practices stretch across sculpture, sound, photography, drawing and interactive storytelling, each probing themes such as biodiversity, cultural memory, regenerative design and community resilience. The exhibition is the […]
TRAVEL ESCAPE
HIDDEN CULTURAL GEMS Sri Lanka is famed for its ancient cities such as Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa. But beyond the well trodden tourist paths lie lesser known cultural destinations that offer glimpses into the island’s traditions, arts and spiritual life. Here are some rare cultural sites where you can experienceauthentic tradition and heritage… HOME OF THE […]
ADVENTURE TOURISM
THE HIGH-OCTANE SHIFT Anuruddha Bandara delves into Sri Lanka’s growing status as an adventure hub Sri Lanka’s tourism identity is undergoing a powerful transformation and emerging as a premier destination for adventure tourism. With its compact geography and ecological richness, the island offers a range of experience, from high-octane thrills to nature immersed journeys. “Adventure […]
EXPORTERS FORUM
MOVING UP THE VALUE CHAIN Mangala Gunasekera presents a bold vision for Sri Lanka’s rubber industry Q: How would you describe the current state of Sri Lanka’s rubber industry in terms of export competitiveness and market readiness? A: With its roots in the colonial era, Sri Lanka’s rubber industry is at a critical juncture. Despite […]
INVEST SRI LANKA
A REVIVAL IN MOTION Sri Lanka is repositioning itself as a resilient regional hub with exports leading the way Sri Lanka is regaining its footing as a dynamic export hub in South Asia, as evidenced by its latest export earnings – US$ 4 billion in the first quarter of this year. This growth reflects a […]
CONNECT DUBLIN
My story began in Sri Lanka, where my passion for technology took root. Following a decade in the tech industry – including six years with various Microsoft
CASSANDRA FERNANDO TRIUMPHS IN HOLT
Sri Lanka born Australian politician Cassandra Fernando has been reelected as a member of parliament for the seat of Holt in Victoria, representing the Labor Party. Her victory came as Labor, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, won a second consecutive term with a clear majority at the 3 May federal election. Representing Holt since […]