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Norway is stepping up to help Sri Lanka build a cleaner energy future with wind, solar, and ocean wave power. The partnership could transform both farming and energy production across the island nation.
China and Sri Lanka are joining forces to take down organized crime rings running online gambling and telecom scams. The collaboration has already led to successful raids and arrests across multiple nations.
Sri Lanka's President joined the groundbreaking of a new wind farm that will power thousands of homes with clean energy by 2027. The project brings world-class green technology to the island nation for the first time.
Scientists just rediscovered a rare flowering plant in Sri Lanka that hadn't been seen in the wild there since 1855. The finding proves that even tiny forest fragments can protect species we thought were lost forever.
A former stray dog from India is now traveling the world with Buddhist monks on a global peace walk, inspiring animal welfare reform in Sri Lanka. Her journey has sparked national conversation about protecting the country's 2.5 million stray dogs.
Communities across Sri Lanka celebrated World Mangrove Day by planting coastal forests that absorb more carbon than almost any other plant on Earth. These vital ecosystems protect shorelines while fighting global warming.
Sri Lanka is ramping up its battle against dengue after recording over 56,000 cases in seven months, with health officials mobilizing community action and targeting mosquito breeding sites. The country's intensified response shows how communities can tackle public health challenges together.
Sri Lanka just banned single-use plastic water bottles across all government institutions and started charging for plastic bags. The island nation generates 250,000 metric tons of plastic waste yearly, with most ending up in oceans and landfills.
After losing 12 of their last 16 one-day matches, England's cricket team broke their dry spell with a confident five-wicket win over Sri Lanka. Joe Root led the charge with both bat and ball, sparking hope for the series decider.
Scientists find hope that critically endangered sawfish, unseen in Sri Lanka since 2017, may still be breeding in protected brackish waters. New surveys aim to locate these hidden populations before it's too late.
Just three years after its worst economic collapse since independence, Sri Lanka has achieved eight straight quarters of growth and restored international confidence. The island nation's dramatic turnaround shows how determined reform can rebuild trust even after a full-scale crisis.
A former fast bowler just made history by winning Sri Lanka's first Commonwealth Games javelin gold medal, beating an Olympic champion in the process. Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage's incredible 89.75-meter throw marks a stunning career transformation and puts his nation on the athletics world map.
Thirty years ago, underdog Sri Lanka defeated powerhouse Australia in a cricket World Cup final that changed the sport forever. Captain Arjuna Ranatunga got his wish to face the team that refused to play in his country, and star player Aravinda de Silva delivered the performance of a lifetime.
Workers in Sri Lanka are learning to turn local concerns into real policy change through a UNESCO program that teaches dialogue and advocacy skills. Nearly 70 community members just completed training that helps them present issues to government officials and resolve conflicts peacefully. #
Scientists have officially named a new species of spiny mouse from Sri Lanka's mountains, discovered two decades ago using burnt coconut as bait. The tiny Dumbara spiny mouse adds to the island nation's remarkable biodiversity and highlights how much we still have to learn about our planet's smallest creatures.
A 23-year-old former cricket fast bowler just made history by claiming Sri Lanka's first-ever athletics gold at the Commonwealth Games. Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage defeated Olympic and defending champions with a single massive 89.75-meter throw in Glasgow.
In central Sri Lanka, where conflicts between elephants and farmers have turned deadly for both sides, a wildlife park offers hope. Hurulu Eco Park provides sanctuary for some of the island's 7,400 elephants, preserving the reverence locals feel for these magnificent creatures.
When Cyclone Ditwah struck Sri Lanka, help poured in from neighboring India in a powerful display of regional solidarity. Communities across Tamil Nadu joined government relief operations to support their neighbors in crisis.
A major Sri Lankan manufacturer is slashing emissions and energy costs at the same time, proving that going green can also mean staying competitive. Teejay Lanka is betting $5 million on solar and biomass to cut carbon by nearly half while saving up to 30% on fuel.
Vietnam's President addressed Sri Lanka's Parliament, sharing how his war-torn nation transformed from one of the world's poorest countries into a $514 billion economy. The speech celebrated over 50 years of friendship between two nations united by Buddhist values and shared dreams of prosperity.
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