International Women’s Day is a global day, celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also calls for action for accelerating women’s equality.

Nails are more than just a small detail in a woman’s appearance; they can be a canvas for creativity, a boost of confidence, and even a little daily joy. From elegant nude tips to bold, colourful designs, fake nails have become a popular way for women to express themselves. They can instantly transform hands, make everyday gestures look more polished, and even serve as a small act of self-care in a busy world. Yet, as fun as fake nails are, there

Empowering Sri Lankan Women Through Enterprise and Opportunity

Resilience in the Face of Adversity Ms Shyara Seneviratne

This International Women’s Day 2026, we move beyond celebration and into documentation. Women Who Did It Anyway is a curated article series featuring women who progressed not because conditions were perfect, but because they chose to move forward anyway.

On March 8, the world marks International Women’s Day 2026, a day that celebrates the achievements of women while confronting the inequalities that persist. This year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” arrives with particular resonance in Sri Lanka, where women continue to navigate the weight of patriarchy, remain underrepresented in Parliament, and are too often overlooked for positions of power and influence. Yet, within these constraints, women are quie

So here we are in Christchurch, fifteen years after the last earthquake, 185 lives lost and many injured. This is our second visit since then, and I’m keen to see the progress of the rebuild in this city. Over 2,000 hectares of the city could not be rebuilt after the earthquake, and now it is one massive grassland with some trees.

As we approach International Women’s Day, we look at a few women whose names and legacies live on even today. From pioneers to specialists and national heroes, these women are reminders of our own strength and capabilities if we only have the determination to succeed.

Sri Lankan-born a cappella artist hachajah received significant international recognition after winning two [02] awards - ‘Best Electronic/ Experimental Video’ and ‘Best Indie Video’, at the A Cappella Video Awards (AVAs), recently held in Los Angeles, CA, USA, for his original a cappella music video Mind Gag.

This International Women’s Day 2026, we move beyond celebration and into documentation. Women Who Did It Anyway is a curated article series featuring women who progressed not because conditions were perfect, but because they chose to move forward anyway.