April 15, Colombo (LNW): The Committee on Public Enterprises (CoPE), led by MP Dr. Nishantha Samaraweera, has uncovered significant financial mismanagement in the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) Development Project. The committee found evidence of billions of rupees being misused and substantial errors in the execution of vital infrastructure upgrades. This revelation followed a site inspection at BIA on Wednesday, which was prompted by a review of the Auditor General’s Reports for 2022 and 2023 earlier this month.
CoPE members, including MPs M.K.M. Aslam, Samanmali Gunasinghe, Lt. Commander (Retd.) Prageeth Madhuranga, Ruwan Mapalagama, Sunil Rajapaksa, Thilina Samarakoon, and Chandima Hettiarachchi, were part of the investigation.
The committee highlighted that Rs. 344.5 million was wasted on initial planning in 2007, as plans were revised in 2013 to increase the airport’s passenger capacity from 12 million to 15 million annually. The initial consultancy services were outsourced to a Japanese joint venture, but before construction even began, the design was overhauled, leading to further costs.
By 2024, consultancy fees had surged to Rs. 3.88 billion, with payments of $178,589, ¥1,612.4 million, and Rs. 808.6 million made due to plan revisions and contract amendments. The consultancy period, originally set for 47 months, was extended to 131 months, raising concerns about project oversight and accountability.
A particularly troubling finding was the Remote Apron and Taxiways project, awarded to Japan’s Hazama Corporation for Rs. 6.1 billion. Despite an overpayment of Rs. 766.8 million, the infrastructure was deemed ineffective due to operational flaws. AASL admitted that the project could not be used as intended, leading CoPE to question how the project was considered complete without proper technical or operational assessments.
CoPE demanded a full report on the resulting government losses, with Chairman Dr. Samaraweera expressing concern over the project’s continuation despite known weaknesses during the planning phase. “These lapses indicate not just financial mismanagement, but a systemic failure in planning and oversight,” he remarked.
The committee also criticized both AASL and the Japanese consultants for proceeding without adequate feasibility studies or operational reviews. AASL has since proposed corrective measures, but CoPE stressed that future infrastructure projects must prioritize accountability and early-stage evaluations to avoid similar mistakes.
April 15, Colombo (LNW): Amid global economic uncertainty, Japanese Ambassador Akio Isomata has emphasized the urgent need for Sri Lanka to implement strategic reforms, diversify its exports, and reinforce foreign investment. At an interactive session organized by the Sri Lanka-Japan Business Council and Expo 2025, the Ambassador pledged Japan’s continued support for Sri Lanka’s economic recovery efforts. Speaking under the theme ‘Aligning Sri Lanka’s economic revival with opportunities in Japan’, he stressed the importance of resilience and collaboration during this turbulent period.
Ambassador Isomata pointed to the “US typhoon”—a metaphor for the global instability stemming from trade tensions and shifting policies—and said that diplomacy, trade policy, and domestic reform were vital areas where Japan and Sri Lanka should work together. He asserted that current challenges also presented an opportunity to pursue meaningful innovation and structural reform.
On the diplomatic front, Isomata advocated for preserving the global free trade system, highlighting its roots in post-World War II institutions like the Bretton Woods system. “We must protect the principles of free trade,” he said, cautioning against abandoning decades of multilateral cooperation.
Regarding trade, the Ambassador called for Sri Lanka to diversify its exports, supply chains, and trade destinations. He suggested that stronger or new Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) could serve as a buffer against external shocks and enhance economic resilience.
Domestically, Isomata emphasized the need for structural reforms and a long-term industrial policy to increase competitiveness and productivity. He underscored that enhancing the investment climate was crucial to attracting foreign capital. “We must continuously improve the business environment and listen to the concerns of foreign investors,” he noted.
Praising Sri Lanka’s economic progress under the IMF framework, the Ambassador welcomed the recent debt restructuring agreement between Sri Lanka and its creditors—led by Japan, France, and India—as a major achievement. He noted that Sri Lanka had registered 3% real GDP growth in 2024 and held $6.5 billion in foreign reserves by March, marking a pivotal moment for foreign investment.
He also spoke of the importance of deepening economic cooperation between Japan and Sri Lanka, particularly in labor mobility. Two Japanese programs—the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP) and the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) scheme—offer Sri Lankan youth opportunities to gain industry experience in Japan for up to a decade.
Meanwhile, Expo Osaka 2025 Commissioner General Sampath Nissanka highlighted the immense potential for Sri Lanka at the upcoming Expo in Japan. With over 160 participating nations and 28 million visitors expected, Expo 2025 presents a global platform to showcase Sri Lanka’s heritage and investment prospects.
The Sri Lankan Pavilion will feature tourism counters, a tea bar, and business engagement spaces to promote trade and cultural exchange.
Describing the Expo as more than just an exhibition, Nissanka said it would be a six-month dialogue on sustainability, technology, and culture. “It’s a rare chance to engage with the world,” he concluded, calling on Sri Lankan industry leaders to seize this historic opportunity.
April 15, Colombo (LNW): The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has made an urgent appeal to rooftop solar system owners across Sri Lanka to voluntarily switch off their systems between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily until April 21, 2025. This request comes during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season when electricity demand drops significantly, posing a serious threat to the stability of the national power grid due to excessive solar power generation.
The CEB explained that sunny weather during the holiday period results in high output from rooftop solar systems, while energy consumption drops sharply with the closure of offices and factories. This imbalance creates operational challenges and increases the risk of grid instability and potential blackouts.
The core technical issue revolves around the inability of solar power systems to contribute to a key stabilizing factor known as “inertia.” Inertia is typically supplied by the rotating mass of large generators—such as hydro, thermal, and coal power plants—that help maintain a steady frequency across the grid. When demand is low and solar output is high, these large plants are forced to shut down, removing vital inertia from the system.
Because rooftop solar systems are not centrally controlled and automatically generate power based on sunlight rather than demand, the CEB cannot directly manage their output. This uncontrolled input of power at times of low consumption can overwhelm the grid, increasing the likelihood of voltage and frequency fluctuations.
To illustrate the seriousness of the issue, the CEB referenced data from April 11 and 12, when daytime electricity demand fell to just 1,550 MW. In response, the CEB took immediate steps to stabilize the grid by limiting solar power intake and maintaining essential power plants online. These actions ensured inertia levels remained at 56%—sufficient to avoid outages. Without intervention, the inertia level could have dropped to 34%, making the grid highly vulnerable to blackouts.
The CEB highlighted the importance of such grid-stabilizing actions, especially as Sri Lanka currently lacks the advanced infrastructure—such as Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), water batteries, and grid-forming inverters—that would allow greater flexibility in managing solar energy.
With over 7 million electricity users in the country and only around 100,000 rooftop solar owners, the CEB emphasized that grid instability affects everyone. Therefore, public cooperation from solar system users is essential to prevent disruptions and maintain reliable power supply for all citizens during this critical holiday period.
As a supportive measure, the CEB will also issue SMS reminders to all registered rooftop solar customers, encouraging them to shut down their systems temporarily during the specified hours to help maintain the grid’s integrity.
The CEB reiterated that this is a temporary and voluntary request aimed at ensuring national energy security during an unusually sensitive time for the power grid.
April 15, Colombo (LNW): SriLankan Airlines is poised for a major turnaround with an ambitious plan to double its fleet over the next five years, despite lingering uncertainty over its privatization. This move aligns with a broader strategic vision aimed at revitalizing the national carrier after years of financial struggle, legacy debt, and operational challenges.
While the airline has achieved operational profitability in recent years, it continues to face a significant debt burden. CEO Richard Nutall, speaking to Bloomberg, emphasized the importance of leasing new aircraft and receiving continued government support to sustain operations. The government, after previously exploring privatization, has now opted to retain state ownership while pursuing alternative restructuring strategies.
A revised business plan, approved by the airline’s board, outlines a comprehensive five-year transformation strategy. Although SriLankan Airlines recorded a pre-tax loss of Rs. 1,960 million between April and October 2024—contrasting sharply with the Rs. 4,133 million profit during the same period in 2023—the government stepped in with a Rs. 9.8 billion equity injection to ease its cash flow constraints. Additionally, efforts are underway to restructure a sovereign-guaranteed $175 million international bond, though specifics remain pending.
The new restructuring plan, crafted by global aviation expert Sanjana Fernando, aims to streamline operations through fleet optimization, route rationalization, and partial public listings. Unprofitable routes—especially 15 loss-making Indian destinations—will be discontinued, potentially saving $400 million in direct operating costs and $30 million in ancillary expenses annually.
Key to the plan is the transition to an all-wide-body fleet, which is expected to reduce operating costs by $90 million and crew-related expenses by $20 million per year. This shift will also allow the airline to maximize cargo capacity, which strongly correlates with route profitability.
Furthermore, the airline plans to list 49% minority stakes in its lucrative ground handling, catering, and engineering subsidiaries on the Colombo Stock Exchange, with the goal of raising $150 million. These funds could alleviate the financial pressure caused by a $179 million backlog in unpaid invoices and the airline’s Rs. 177 billion debt load as of March 2024.
Although the first year of the plan is projected to incur a $31 million loss due to lease terminations, profitability is expected to follow, with projected earnings of $35 million in the second year and $55 million by year five. Even with revenue estimated to drop to $433 million—down from over $1 billion in FY2024—the plan targets healthy profit margins between 8-10%.
Nonetheless, the airline’s revival hinges on political backing and avoiding past missteps, such as the costly cancellation of A350 orders in 2015, which resulted in Rs. 12.6 billion in penalties. Addressing systemic issues—political interference, inefficient decision-making, and an overstaffed workforce—remains critical to success.
The plan also includes shifting from a hub-and-spoke model to point-to-point operations, while focusing on high-yield cargo and long-haul routes. With India being Sri Lanka’s top tourist source market, the airline’s connectivity remains vital to tourism, accounting for over 25% of arrivals.
The five-year business plan is currently being finalized, and an implementation team will soon be appointed, pending board approvals.
April 15, Colombo (LNW): Passenger transport services across Sri Lanka saw reduced activity today, with only a fraction of private buses in operation amid easing holiday travel demand.
According to the head of the Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association, Gemunu Wijeratne, a mere 30 to 35 per cent of privately operated buses were on the roads, equating to an estimated 5,000 vehicles nationwide.
The subdued figures follow the tail end of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festivities, during which public mobility typically peaks as citizens travel to and from their hometowns.
However, as the holiday period transitions into routine workdays, private operators have scaled down services to reflect the lower commuter turnout.
In contrast, state-run transport services are taking steps to accommodate the gradual return of travellers to the capital and major urban centres. The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) announced that while regular bus services remain in operation, contingency measures are in place to deploy additional vehicles to meet any regional demand surges.
Area managers have been instructed to respond dynamically, ensuring that no passengers are left stranded during this transitional period.
Sri Lanka Railways echoed a similar readiness, confirming that office trains are functioning as usual, in recognition of today being a working day for most institutions.
Officials further noted that special train services have been arranged to assist passengers returning to Colombo and other urban regions in the coming days.
Transport authorities anticipate a gradual return to full operational levels by midweek, as the final wave of holidaymakers concludes their journeys.
April 15, Colombo (LNW): A request made on behalf of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe to communicate with a detainee currently under investigation has been denied by the authorities, the Minister of Public Security, Ananda Wijepala, confirmed.
The matter concerns the former State Minister Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan—also known by the alias Pillayan—who is currently in custody in connection with a long-standing case surrounding the disappearance of Professor Sivasubramaniam Ravindranath, a former Vice-Chancellor of the Eastern University.
Chandrakanthan was taken into custody by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on April 09 in Batticaloa.
According to Minister Wijepala, one of Wickremesinghe’s security personnel made a direct telephone call to officials at the CID, requesting that the former President be permitted to speak with the detainee. The request, however, was declined.
The refusal was based on legal provisions governing detention procedures, which prohibit suspects held under detention orders from engaging in telephone communication with external parties. The minister reiterated that these measures are in place to ensure the integrity of ongoing investigations and to avoid any potential interference.
In contrast, former MP Udaya Gammanpila was granted access to Chandrakanthan after submitting a request in his capacity as legal counsel. That meeting took place at the CID premises, and was conducted under strict supervision by law enforcement officials, as per standard legal protocol.
The arrest of Chandrakanthan has rekindled attention on the unresolved disappearance of Professor Ravindranath, who vanished under mysterious circumstances nearly two decades ago.
Whilst public attention had waned over the years, renewed investigative interest has led to significant developments in the case, prompting fresh scrutiny of political and paramilitary connections dating back to the civil conflict era.
April 15, Colombo (LNW): A series of unrelated road accidents across the island claimed the lives of five individuals over the past few days, highlighting persistent concerns over road safety during the New Year travel season.
One of the most tragic incidents occurred in Maho, where a couple from Weliweriya lost their lives when the van they were travelling in veered off the road and crashed into a tree.
The exact cause of the accident is yet to be confirmed, though police suspect excessive speed or driver fatigue may have contributed.
In another deeply distressing case in Balangoda, a one-year and seven-month-old child died after being accidentally run over by his father, who was reversing a lorry. Authorities confirmed that the father, believed to be unaware of the child’s proximity to the vehicle, has been taken into custody pending further investigation.
Meanwhile, in Makulpotha, Manampitiya, an 81-year-old pedestrian succumbed to injuries after being struck by a motorcycle while attempting to cross the road.
The fifth fatality was reported from Silawathura, where a 59-year-old motorcyclist from Mannar died following a collision with a cow that had strayed onto the road. Local residents noted that free-roaming livestock continue to pose significant hazards in many rural areas, particularly during early morning and evening hours.
Police are continuing investigations into each of these incidents and have urged all motorists to exercise heightened caution, particularly during the busy post-holiday travel period. They also reiterated the importance of adhering to speed limits, maintaining awareness of pedestrians and animals, and ensuring that children are kept at a safe distance from moving vehicles.
April 13, Colombo (LNW): Although the current constitutionally empowered individuals within the rugby administration have stated on several occasions that they are agree to constitutional amendments if necessary, and that such matters can be resolved through discussions with World Rugby, the present Sports Minister is attempting to draft an entirely new constitution outside the framework of the existing rugby constitution and implement it as the basis for governing rugby.
This move, which is being carried out with the full support of the Director General of Sports, is even more extreme than those taken by previous ministers and is backed by the president of the former administration, which was dissolved by the previous minister due to failure to hold elections.
The Minister is either telling a blatant lie or is under an even more dangerous influence. He claims that the ‘A sports clubs’ have no authority within the provincial associations. In reality, ‘A sports clubs’ exist only in Kandy and Colombo. It is the provincial associations that play the most vital role in developing rugby across other provinces. These associations not only support the ‘A sports clubs’ but also work tirelessly to guide and channel players into the provincial-level rugby system.
On the other hand, as the Minister himself admitted in Parliament, officials from the ‘A sports clubs’ were present when the £50,000 fine was imposed. The Chief Executive Officer involved at that time is now the Chairman of the National Sports Council, appointed by the Minister himself. The individual currently seated alongside the Minister and the Director General from Asia is the very same person who presided over the £50,000 incident. Therefore, the damage caused by that incident holds no real value for the current Minister except as a political weapon to attack Namal Rajapaksa in Parliament. Ironically, he is relying on the same group that managed Namal’s rugby affairs, continuing with them while turning a blind eye to the harm they have caused to local rugby development.
The Director General of Sports, who is a military officer, does not want to back down from criticism of his behavior. The Minister is also of the same type. He also has a low self-esteem that if someone points out two facts and admits to them and changes, it will damage his ministerial personality. Now, the individuals who took the initiative to violate the country’s immigration law in relation to this two-year 50,000 pound incident and agreed to pay the fine by deducting it from the money coming to the development of rugby in Sri Lanka are also reducing the objections they may have to the Sri Lankan Rugby Constitution.
The reason behind their agreement is to portray themselves as superior by refusing to align with those who criticize the system. However, what this truly signifies is that this Minister and the Director General will be remembered in history as the ones who assumed responsibility and leadership in steering the future of Sri Lankan rugby toward disaster.
The Director General’s claims that the election cannot be held are inaccurate. In contrast, the statements made by the President of the Uva Provincial Rugby Association, Mr. Denzil Darling, are accurate on this matter. While there was a case filed in the High Court concerning the election, it was not the reason for its postponement. The postponement is being driven by the Director General, based on the intervention of the President of Asia Rugby.
The Director General has been charged with contempt of court for violating the law by allowing the Asian Rugby Chairman to cancel the election, despite a prior agreement to proceed with the election as per a court order. Although the court has determined that his actions amount to contempt and summoned him alone for investigation, the Director General is now involving the Minister, the Ministry, the Attorney General, and the Attorney General’s Department. His intention appears to be to bypass the scheduled election and push through a new rugby constitution before the election can take place.
This Minister and the Director General have no qualms or sense of shame about sitting with those who have been fined £50,000 and have not provided proper accounting records for a debt of £55 million. Those who were entrusted with the responsibility of rescuing rugby and advancing its future even engaging directly with Asia Rugby on this matter now see the group challenging rugby’s progress in the country as the ones truly at fault.
In his speech regarding the £50,000 fine announced in Parliament, the Minister announced that this issue arose because the compliant officers, who acted in line with Namal’s political interests, went along with Baby’s wishes. It is now being proven once again that politicians really like such people. They do not tolerate direct work.
This is repeatedly proving that the delay in holding the election is not due to a lawsuit, as the Director General of Sports claims. Rather, it is a deliberate attempt to fulfill the ulterior motive of amending the Rugby Constitution, distancing it from the current holders of constitutional power.
One thing must be made clear: the desire of Asia or the interests of world rugby to change the rugby constitution do not fall within the legal framework or sports policies of a country. Since Sri Lanka has not faced any penalties for preventing an association from gaining power to negotiate under the existing constitution, it is the Minister who is holding the political mandate to shape Sri Lankan rugby according to the wishes of several powerful forces in Asia and the world. The responsibility for this direction was assumed even before the Minister’s tenure, and it is the Director General who has been steering this course since the time of Minister Roshan Ranasinghe.
This behavior is a childish and immature attempt to protect the guilty while targeting those who criticize them. Consequently, politics and bureaucracy supporting this move are rooted in a situation where they are unknowingly serving the interests of others. An immature mindset fails to comprehend this.
April 15, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s expressway network has recorded a sharp rise in traffic and revenue over the Sinhala and Tamil New Year period, bringing in Rs. 134 million over the course of just three days, according to the Expressway Maintenance and Management Division.
The uptick in usage was observed between April 11 and 13, a period marked by widespread travel across the island as families journeyed to and from their hometowns to celebrate the traditional New Year.
A total of 387,000 vehicles were recorded passing through the island’s key expressways during this short window.
Data provided by the authorities revealed that the bulk of the income—exceeding Rs. 100 million—was generated during the first two days alone (April 11 and 12), with nearly 298,000 vehicles using the network within that span.
This high volume reflects both the increased mobility during the festive season and the growing reliance on the expressway system for long-distance travel, particularly as drivers seek faster, more convenient alternatives to congested trunk roads.
Officials have attributed the revenue boost not only to the sheer volume of vehicles, but also to improved toll collection systems, efficient traffic management, and enhanced public confidence in the safety and reliability of the expressway network.
The New Year season traditionally marks one of the busiest periods on Sri Lanka’s roads, and the expressway system—linking Colombo with key cities such as Galle, Matara, Kandy, and Katunayake—has played a critical role in easing congestion and shortening travel times.
Authorities also confirmed that additional personnel were deployed at toll booths and interchanges during this peak period to ensure smooth traffic flow and minimise delays. Highway police and emergency response teams remained on high alert throughout the holiday to assist motorists and manage any incidents.
April 15, Colombo (LNW): A seemingly innocent TikTok video by Sri Lankan content creator Kalathma Hitihamige has gone viral for all the wrong reasons, igniting a national conversation around defamation, digital accountability, and the responsibilities of influencers in the age of social media.
The video, which invited followers to share their “most controversial celebrity stories,” quickly exploded in popularity. What began as a fun interaction aligned with an international TikTok trend rapidly turned into a digital free-for-all, with users posting unverified allegations against some of Sri Lanka’s most recognisable public figures.
Within days, the video had surpassed two million views and attracted over 20,000 comments, many of which included tagged names and shocking claims ranging from infidelity to serious criminal accusations. The aftermath has sparked legal warnings, media analysis, and a broader examination of how online content can intersect with real-world consequences.
From Light-Hearted Trend to Legal Concerns
In her public statement released across social media platforms, Kalathma attempted to clarify her intentions. “When I originally posted the video, I wasn’t asking for gossip,” she explained. “The first few comments were lovely — someone even mentioned meeting me at a kottu shop. It was all harmless fun at first.”
But as the video gained traction, the tone of the comment section shifted dramatically. “People started dropping names and making allegations,” Kalathma said. “As the creator, I understand I have a responsibility to filter out harmful comments. And I did — at first. But when a video blows up and hits over 20,000 comments, it becomes impossible to moderate everything in real time.”
Her statement has done little to calm the debate. Some are calling her actions irresponsible, while others argue she merely provided a platform — and should not be blamed for how others used it.
The Law of Defamation Resurfaces
The fallout from Kalathma’s video has shone a renewed spotlight on Sri Lanka’s defamation laws, particularly in the context of social media ,a legal domain that is often dormant, yet powerful. While Sri Lanka famously repealed criminal defamation in 2002, civil defamation remains very much alive. Under the law, a person can be sued for damages if they communicate false information that harms someone’s reputation — whether through print, broadcast, or online media.
Legal experts point out that the comments on Kalathma’s video, while not authored by her, were published under her account — making her potentially liable. The law also accounts for defamation by innuendo, meaning even vague implications can be considered defamatory if they’re clearly understood by the public.
Legal professionals involved in the case say the plaintiffs are not suing Kalathma for her own words, but for “publishing” defamatory content — in this case, by providing the platform and failing to remove the damaging comments once alerted.
“It’s not just about what you say, it’s also about the space you create,” noted one Colombo-based media lawyer. “Platforms that enable defamatory content — even unintentionally — may face legal scrutiny.”
However, the concept of publication is key. Once defamatory content is made available to a third party, legal liability can follow. And this is where the situation gets murky. Is Kalathma, as the creator and publisher of the post, legally responsible for the comments made by others? Could she — or TikTok itself — be held liable?
Could Kalathma Be Sued?
According to legal experts, it is technically possible for someone to bring a defamation claim over comments made on social media, provided the necessary legal criteria are met. If someone’s reputation is harmed by comments published under a creator’s post, the creator may be held liable for failing to moderate or remove harmful content—especially if they were aware of its presence.
Despite this, Kalathma may have some legal defences. One is the innocent dissemination defence, which applies when someone publishes material without knowing it is defamatory. She may also claim that the comments represented fair comment or opinion, not statements of fact. These defences are often used in media cases but could extend to social media as well.
To file a defamation lawsuit in Sri Lanka, the plaintiff must first send a Letter of Demand, which gives the accused an opportunity to apologize or settle. If not resolved, the plaintiff can proceed with filing the case in a District Court, usually where the defendant resides or where the publication occurred.
Penalties for defamation are purely financial. Courts can award compensation ranging from Rs. 50 million and upwards, depending on the severity of the harm. In high-profile cases, amounts can go even higher.
Most importantly,Defamation does not require a direct accusation. Even hints, jokes, or memes that clearly point to a specific person can be considered defamatory under Sri Lankan law.
Digital Fame Meets Legal Reality
Kalathma’s case underscores the challenges faced by young creators navigating digital fame without the guidance or resources that traditional media professionals typically rely on. With audiences larger than some mainstream media outlets, TikTok creators are functioning as de facto broadcasters — often without understanding the legal implications of their content.
Critics argue that Kalathma should have deleted the video or disabled comments once the situation escalated. In her defense, she posed a difficult ethical question: “What if some of these allegations are true? What if there are real victims who need a digital trail, a space where their stories are seen?”
Nonetheless, she made it clear that she does not endorse, confirm, or deny any of the claims made in the comment section.
A Wake-Up Call for Online Responsibility
Whether or not legal action is taken, the incident has become a case study in the risks of virality. In an era where public reputations can be damaged in minutes by anonymous users, the responsibilities of digital creators are growing. Sri Lankan internet users are now grappling with the tension between free speech and reputational harm — especially when truth and accountability are uncertain.
Kalathma’s experience may well serve as a cautionary tale for content creators across the country. In her own words: “I know I’ve gone viral for the wrong reasons. But I hope to use this platform for something better moving forward.”
As the digital landscape evolves, so too must the laws, norms, and ethics that govern it — before the next viral post sparks a bigger storm.
