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Sri Lanka's Debt Crisis: A Primer for the Tamil Community
Breaking down the bond restructuring deal and what it means for ordinary people in Jaffna, Batticaloa, and Vanni.
The Murals That Colombo Wants to Erase
Street art commemorating the war dead has become a flashpoint between Tamil artists and state authorities in the north.
Pongu Thamizh and the Politics of Public Memory
Annual cultural gatherings across the Tamil diaspora are evolving into complex sites of mourning, solidarity, and political debate.
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The Remittance Economy: How the Diaspora Keeps the North Afloat
Billions in remittances flow into war-affected communities annually — a lifeline that successive governments have failed to match.
15 Years Since Sri Lanka's Conflict Ended — No Justice for War Crimes
A decade and a half after the guns fell silent, survivors and advocates are still waiting for a credible accountability process.
The Food of the North: How War Changed What Tamils Eat
Chefs and food historians trace how displacement, blockades, and post-war poverty have reshaped northern Tamil culinary traditions.
Diaspora Arts Festivals: Keeping Tamil Culture Alive Abroad
From London to Toronto, Tamil cultural festivals are growing in scale and ambition, drawing artists from around the world.
Tamil Food in the Diaspora: Adapting Tradition Across Continents
From Wembley to Scarborough, Tamil restaurants and home cooks are navigating the tensions between preservation and adaptation.
The Tamil Entrepreneur: Building Businesses Across Borders
Tamil diaspora entrepreneurs are creating networks that span multiple countries, often with roots in personal experiences of displacement.
Ranil Wickremesinghe Is Sri Lanka
The 'Sly Fox' who compares himself to the Buddha and who deflects when questioned on accountability, war crimes and corruption.
Remembrance and Resistance: Maaveerar Naal in the Diaspora
Every November, Tamil communities around the world mark Heroes Day — an act of memory that remains politically charged.
Accountability Cannot Wait: The Case for an International Tribunal on Sri Lanka
Domestic accountability mechanisms have repeatedly failed. The time has come for an international solution.
Sport and Identity: How Tamil Athletes Navigate Two Cultures
From marathon running to martial arts, Tamil athletes in the diaspora reflect on what sport means for community and belonging.
