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Can the “Military Sleep Method” Really Help You Fall Asleep in Two Minutes?

Asian TribuneFebruary 21, 2026

Almost everyone wishes they could fall asleep quickly. Yet for millions of people worldwide, sleep doesn’t come easily. Estimates vary widely, but research suggests that between 5% and 50% of the global population experience insomnia symptoms — whether struggling to fall asleep, waking frequently during the night, or lying awake tossing and turning. In the...

Environmental activists to sue Government over plastic pollution failures

Asian TribuneFebruary 15, 2026

Colombo, February 15, 2026 – A group of Sri Lankan environmental campaigners and activists is preparing to take fresh legal action against the Government, accusing authorities of failing to properly enforce laws and regulations aimed at reducing plastic pollution across the island. Activists have raised concerns that ongoing plastic and microplastic contamination is harming coastal...

Sri Lanka’s Education Reforms at a Crossroads: An Analysis of a Deepening Crisis

Asian TribuneFebruary 1, 2026

For decades, education reform has been a recurring theme in Sri Lanka’s policy discourse. Successive governments have promised to modernise the system, align it with global standards, and prepare young people for a rapidly changing world. Yet despite repeated reform initiatives, the education sector today finds itself in a state of uncertainty and mounting crisis....

Nandana Gunathilaka: Did He Die Naturally or Was He Killed?

Asian TribuneJanuary 19, 2026

Udaya Gammanpila Raises Controversial Questions (Analysis / Opinion)January 18, 2026 A lengthy post published by former minister Udaya Gammanpila on his Facebook page has triggered intense debate across social media and political circles. The post raises a series of open questions regarding the death of politician Nandana Gunathilaka. Gammanpila notes that he has known Gunathilaka...

Israel and the Question of Power: State Strength or Ethnic Influence?

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 13, 2026

Israel is often described as one of the most powerful states in the world, despite its small geographic size. Its military capability, technological advancement, and diplomatic influence far exceed what might be expected of a nation of its scale. This reality has fueled a controversial question: Is Israel powerful because it is a strong state,...

Donald Trump and the Return of Disruptive Global Politics

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 13, 2026

Donald Trump’s influence on global politics did not end with his departure from the White House. On the contrary, his political philosophy—marked by nationalism, unpredictability, and transactional diplomacy—continues to shape international relations. Trump represents a broader shift in global politics where traditional norms are increasingly challenged by populist leaders and domestic-first agendas. Trump’s approach to...

Sri Lanka on the Brink: Economic Crisis and the Cost of Political Inexperience

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 13, 2026

Sri Lanka’s prolonged economic crisis is not merely the result of global shocks or unforeseen circumstances. It is deeply rooted in domestic political failures, policy inconsistency, and a chronic lack of experienced governance. While external pressures such as global inflation and post-pandemic disruptions worsened conditions, the core problem remains the inability of successive governments—particularly the...

The Venezuela Shock: How Unilateral Power is Redefining World Politics

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 10, 2026

US Intervention in Venezuela and the Erosion of the Post-War International Order Introduction The foundations of the international order established after World War II rest upon respect for state sovereignty, collective security, and adherence to international law through institutions like the United Nations. However, global politics appears to be entering a new phase in which...

Sri Lanka’s Shortcomings in Disaster Management and the Way Forward

Indika SuriarachchiDecember 27, 2025

Sri Lanka has faced multiple natural disasters in recent years, including floods, cyclones, fires, and landslides. Unfortunately, during these events, gaps in political, economic, and community-level disaster management have magnified the suffering experienced by citizens. Critical aspects such as preparedness, proactive planning, and effective coordination were insufficient, reducing the country’s ability to respond efficiently. Disruptions...