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A Breath of Fresh Air: Breath Donation as A Step Towards Environmental Sustainability

Blog, Innovation and TechnologyMarch 29, 202593Views 0Likes 0Comments

Farhills and the World Innovators Foundation Join Hands in Creating a Greener Sri Lanka Nature: The World's Greatest Inventor Nature has been the greatest inventor for the past two million years, creating ecosystems to sustain life, developing natural defenses, and offering genius survival strategies. But man's actions disrupted the excellent balance that nature maintained for…

Sri Lanka’s Graphite Industry: Advantages and Challenges

Blog, Business Branding and EntrepreneurshipMarch 28, 2025125Views 0Likes 0Comments

Graphite is a naturally occurring form of crystalline carbon and is one of the most valuable non-metallic minerals in the world. It plays a critical role in modern industries, including electronics, energy storage (especially lithium-ion batteries), and aerospace, due to its unique properties, such as high electrical conductivity, lubricity, and resistance to heat. Sri Lanka is…

Resurrection Plants: Nature’s Ultimate Survivors That Defy Drought

Blog, Nature and EnvironmentMarch 27, 202547Views 0Likes 0Comments

Resurrection plants, also known as "zombie plants," are characterized by their ability to survive extreme dehydration and seemingly be resurrected when water becomes available. Unlike the majority of plants that die if they lose excess water, resurrection plants survive near-complete water loss for months or even years. They accomplish this by desiccation tolerance, creating protective…

The Secret Path of the Ants

Blog, Nature and EnvironmentMarch 27, 2025193Views 0Likes 0Comments

When I was a child, I would often sit on the ground and watch ants march in a straight line. I would place my hand in their path, only to see them find a way around it and continue as if guided by an invisible force. It was like they had a secret map that…

Green Banking: A Path to Carbon Neutrality – The Carbon Crisis and The Way Forward

Blog, Innovation and TechnologyMarch 20, 202574Views 0Likes 0Comments

Carbon is essential for life, but excessive emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) and carbon monoxide (CO) pose severe environmental threats. Rising CO2 levels contribute to global warming, with 2024 recording a temperature increase of 1.6 degrees Celsius—surpassing the Paris Agreement's 1.5-degree goal. Immediate action is required to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable solutions. Sri Lanka's…

The Crucial Role of Sleep in a Child’s Growth and Development

Blog, Lifestyle and WellnessMarch 12, 202552Views 0Likes 0Comments

Adequate sleep is essential for a child's growth, development, and overall well-being. Sleep affects various aspects of health, including physical development, emotional stability, cognitive function, and immune system protection. Understanding the importance of sleep and fostering healthy sleep habits can significantly impact a child’s life. During sleep, the body produces growth hormones, which are vital for…

Sri Lanka Ranks Among the World’s Safest Countries from Terrorism

Blog, Travel and ExplorationMarch 12, 202568Views 0Likes 0Comments

Sri Lanka has been ranked among the countries with the lowest terror threats in the world, according to the Global Terrorism Index (GTI) 2025, released on March 5. The 12th annual GTI report places Sri Lanka at 100th position out of 163 countries, with a GTI score of zero, sharing the lowest rank with 63 other nations. This marks a…

Love, Sex, and Tradition: The Changing Landscape of Intimacy in Asia

Blog, Lifestyle and WellnessMarch 12, 202572Views 0Likes 0Comments

Love and sex in Asia are deeply influenced by cultural, religious, and social factors that vary across regions. The diversity within the continent means that perceptions of relationships, intimacy, and sexuality are shaped by history, traditions, and evolving modern influences. In many Asian societies, love has historically been intertwined with duty, family expectations, and societal norms.…

Sri Lanka’s Blue Revolution: Embracing Open Ocean Aquaculture

Blog, Business Branding & EntrepreneurshipFebruary 21, 2025232Views 0Likes 0Comments

Sri Lanka's Shift Towards Open Ocean Aquaculture Sri Lanka’s exploration of open ocean aquaculture marks a significant transformation in its fishing industry, which has long relied on wild seafood captured within its 200-nautical-mile Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in the Indian Ocean. Historically, over 90% of the country’s seafood production came from wild capture fisheries. However, recognizing…

Exploring Kanneliya Rainforest: A Hidden Gem in Sri Lanka

Blog, Nature and EnvironmentFebruary 15, 2025301Views 0Likes 0Comments

Sri Lanka is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking rainforests, and among them, Kanneliya stands out as a hidden treasure. Located in the Southern Province, approximately 35 km from Galle, Kanneliya Rainforest is a biodiversity hotspot, offering nature lovers a mesmerizing experience of lush greenery, endemic wildlife, and pristine waterfalls. Why Visit Kanneliya…

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