JOHANN PERIES REACHES SUMMIT OF HISTORY

Mountaineer and hairstylist Johann Peries became the first Sri Lankan to reach the summit of Antarctica’s highest peak on Mount Vinson recently, marking a

MRS. WORLD 2025 ISHADI AMANDA STANDS TALL

Sri Lanka’s Ishadi Amanda (pictured on the right) was adjudged first runner-up at the 40th Mrs. World pageant in Las Vegas on 30 January. The coveted title was won by

BACK IN BUSINESS

From less than 200,000 annual inbound travellers at the height of the pandemic in 2021, Sri Lanka welcomed more than two million visitors last year – from slightly less

SKY-HIGH CONFIDENCE

The LMD-PEPPERCUBE Business Confidence Index (BCI) surged by 24 basis points in January to reach 198, from 174 in the month prior. This marks its highest

LONELY PLANET HAILS SCENIC ROUTE

The Colombo-Badulla train journey has been ranked the seventh best in the world for 2025 by Lonely Planet, showcasing Sri Lanka’s stunning landscapes and cultural richness

PORT CITY BREAKS NEW GROUND

The US$ 120 million marina development at the Port City Colombo kicked off with a groundbreaking ceremony on 10 January, which was attended by state officials, and

Championing female fighters

Despite numerous initiatives focussed on women’s empowerment, the challenges faced by female athletes often remain overlooked. In a groundbreaking moment for Sri Lankan martial arts, Nimesha Kumari – an undefeated female fighter – secured a historic sponsorship from the Asian Security Group. This marks the first comprehensive support for a combat sportswoman outside boxing in […]