World's Largest Container Line is Rerouting its Fleet to Avoid Collisions with Endangered Blue Whales
A global leader in container shipping, MSC began in mid-2022 to re-route its vessels passing by Sri Lanka on behalf of blue whales
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The Sewing Machine Project is Mending Lives Stitch By Stitch
The Sewing Machine Project is mending lives stitch by stitch. Here's how the charity is changing lives all around the world.
Locals Digging a Well Accidentally Discover a $140 Million Star Sapphire Weighing Half a Ton
In the City of Gems in Sri Lanka, local workmen discovered a star sapphire cluster weighing half a ton, containing 2.5 million carets.
One of the Poorest Nations Now Tops US as World's Most Charitable
This year's list of the top countries where people are most likely to give to charity and help a stranger has a surprising new name at number one.
Sri Lanka Has Been Declared Malaria-Free
Deadly diseases: look out! More and more innovative treatments are on the way to cure the world of debilitating illness.
Elephant Stranded 5 Miles Out to Sea Rescued by Navy
This Sri Lankan elephant was given a "miraculous escape" after it was rescued by navy officers 5 miles out at sea.
After Dedicating 16 Years of His Life to Mangroves, Man Has Helped to Plant 2 Million Trees
The "Mangrove Master" has spent the last 16 years protecting mangrove forests – and his efforts have helped to plant roughly 2 million trees.
Pope Francis Changes Schedule to Visit Sri Lankan Buddhist Temple
Pope Francis became only the second pontiff to visit a Buddhist temple on Wednesday, changing his schedule at the last minute to pay his respects at an important place of worship for Buddhists in Sri Lanka's capital.
Entire Nation of Sri Lanka Will Soon Get Internet Access Thanks to Google
Google's Project Loon will create a network of 13, high-flying balloons that will connect all of Sri Lanka with the Internet.
Garments Without Guilt: Sri Lanka Cuts Sweatshops in Favor of Eco-Friendly Factories
Out of Sri Lanka, one of the major manufacturing centers for Western apparel, comes Garments Without Guilt, a campaign launched by the country's clothing industry that focuses on ethically-made products free of child labor and sweatshop conditions. And now, expanding on the meaning of "ethical", three of Sri Lanka's largest apparel manufacturers have launched eco-factories that use sustainable, environmentally-friendly practices.
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