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20/05/2026

KFC doesn’t just sell chicken, it sells timing, culture, and chaos wrapped in a bucket.
From witty real-time posts to campaigns that feel more like internet moments than ads, their marketing proves one thing: attention isn’t bought, it’s earned.
Whether you love the food or not, you end up talking about the brand — and that’s the real strategy.
What brand do you think comes close to this level of marketing?

16/05/2026

PayPal is finally rolling out expanded services in Sri Lanka.

For freelancers, SMEs, creators, and digital workers, this could mean easier access to international clients, overseas payments, and the global digital economy through formal banking channels.

But questions still remain.
How smooth will the rollout actually be?
Which features will truly work?
And will this finally remove the barriers Sri Lankans have faced for years when trying to earn online internationally?

Swipe through for everything you need to know.

Do you think PayPal will genuinely change opportunities for Sri Lankans, or are there still major challenges ahead?

11/05/2026

A virus with a 35–40% high fatality rate exists , but it doesn’t spread like COVID-19… yet.

So what happens if that ever changes?

01/05/2026

Sri Lankans are now paying up to Rs. 1,000,000for a car number plate.

But here’s the truth most people don’t know. These are not even fully “custom” plates.

Behind what looks like a small upgrade lies a rapidly growing, government-backed luxury market driven by scarcity, status, and demand.

So why are these plates becoming so valuable, and who is really buying them?

Read the full breakdown and decide for yourself.

Follow for more insights on business, trends, and Sri Lanka.

21/04/2026

Missed the headlines? We’ve got you covered.
A quick, no-noise breakdown of the week’s most important stories shaping Sri Lanka and the world.

08/04/2026

Why does the heat suddenly feel unbearable across Sri Lanka every April?

Swipe to understand the climate mechanisms behind Sri Lanka’s current heatwave.

04/04/2026

Sri Lanka’s fuel crisis is more than a temporary shortage. It exposes a deeper structural challenge in how the country powers its economy. Heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels leaves businesses, industries, and households vulnerable to global oil price fluctuations and supply disruptions.

Yet the same crisis also highlights an opportunity. With abundant sunlight, strong coastal winds, and existing hydropower infrastructure, Sri Lanka has the natural potential to accelerate its transition toward renewable energy. Moving in that direction could reduce dependence on imported fuel, strengthen energy security, and create new economic opportunities.

The real question is no longer whether Sri Lanka should transition to renewable energy, but how quickly it can make that shift.

What do you think is the most realistic energy solution for Sri Lanka’s future?

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31/03/2026

From anti-government protests calling for systemic change to ongoing violence in the Israel–Palestine region, alongside emerging fuel shortages and economic strain — this is your weekly wrap.

26/03/2026

The Hidden Cost of Degrees in Sri Lanka

Thousands graduate every year… but the jobs aren’t keeping up.
Degrees are no longer a guaranteed ticket to a career—skills gaps and underemployment are the new reality.

Are you prepared for the world beyond your degree?

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23/03/2026

Weekly Wrapped: Escalating tensions in the 2026 Iran War and policy moves by Donald Trump drive global uncertainty, with fuel shocks impacting Sri Lanka and beyond, as economic, political, and cultural developments—from trade to the Oscars—define the week.

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