On April 8, 2024, the moon will come between the Earth and the sun across large swathes of North America, so make certain to have your ISO-certified eclipse glasses ready!
Totality: The Great North American Eclipse of April 8, 2024 Read More »
The jackfruit is a relatively widespread yet precious commodity in Sri Lanka, therefore it is not surprising that it was chosen to be the national fruit.
Jackfruit, a National Fruit Read More »
Sri Lanka is believed to have the highest density of elephants in Asia, but due to habitat loss, human-elephant conflict has risen sharply, resulting in increased deaths on both sides.
Think Elephants: Conflict and Conservation Read More »
Sri Lanka’s agricultural industry depends heavily upon the weather changes brought by the seasonal monsoons.
Monsoon: ‘Tis the Season Read More »
The destruction suffered by Sri Lanka due to the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami was exacerbated by the destruction of its offshore coral reefs.
“We Destroyed the Sea and the Sea Destroyed Us” ~ Kushil Gunasekera Read More »
The Thamil calendar, while based on the Hindu calendar, varies in terms of the timing of certain events and celebrations due to the manner in which such dates are calculated.
Check Your Calendar: The Thamil Calendar Read More »
The Asian elephant is an icon of South Asia, especially in Sri Lanka, and has many roles within the culture.
Think Elephants: Elephas Maximus Maximus Read More »
There are several different varieties of cinnamon available, but only one is known as cinnamomum verum, or true cinnamon.
While Florida has played a prominent role in the race to space, Sri Lanka is only beginning to explore beyond the atmosphere.
Space and Sri Lanka Read More »
