AD INDUSTRY
There’s room for greater innovation by both clients and agencies to emulate what goes on beyond our shores. We need a stronger culture of experimentation
GAZA PEACE MOVES
This isn’t the first time that Hamas and Fatah have attempted to strike a deal since the dismissal of the unity government and the
BURNING ISSUES
Taxation remains the No. 1 concern for corporates in the island with almost three-quarters (up from 62% in October) of those consulted for the latest LMD
THE ROVING DIPLOMAT
Recent political and diplomatic initiatives by India and China indicate that the two Asian giants are moving beyond the regional sphere and into the global
FROM WHICH SUBURB CAN YOU GET TO COLOMBO THE FASTEST?
With property prices sky-rocketing in the city centre of Colombo, many property-hunters look to the suburbs for their next purchase
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Ever talk with Siri? Apparently, it’s the thing now – a way to have a conversation with an AI app on a phone.
APPAREL INDUSTRY
We’ve enjoyed epic growth levels over the last four decades. Initially, there was a large number of players – probably over 700
NATIONAL REJUVENATION
Three important decisions were taken at the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), which concluded on 24 October – and they will
FIGHTING DEMONS
Addiction is a tough enemy to defeat. Even if you’ve desperately wanted to kick a bad habit to the kerb, you may not have managed to do so as
HAVE YOUR SAY
How do you view elections and election time in Sri Lanka?
SRI LANKANS OVERSEAS
In a word, ‘unbelievable’! The progress and change we see and experience represent a major turning point. Sri Lanka has
CONSUMER RIGHTS
Today, Sri Lankan consumers are protected by the laws and regulations stated in the Consumer Affairs Authority Act No.
UNSUSTAINABLE DEMOCRACY
The 25th of January marks an important occasion in the expansion of democracy
CORPORATE NARCISSISM
Fawning over their bosses seems to have become second nature to many overly ambitious people who are in constant
DIGITAL RETAIL
When Michael J. Cullen dreamed of opening a supermarket, he had low prices, cash sales, self-service, larger stores and ample
LIFE
I’m up by 5.30 a.m. and have a cup of tea. Occasionally, I walk in the park and then move on to designing or reading. My phone is only switched on at 9 a.m.
