Mount Lavinia Hotel kicked off their festive season from the 2nd of December with the lighting of the tallest natural Christmas Tree at the hotel's premises. This special Christmas Tree lighting ceremony was graced by the hotel's occupants and invited guests. The highlight of the event was the carol singing done by the St Thomas's college choir.

Sathosa Motors PLC will be opening a new branch in Jaffna on the 11th of December. This new move taken by the company is not only done with the intention of promoting business but also with the intention of creating new avenues for youth to gain employment. The Sunday Times Free Hold Supplement spoke to Mr. Tilak Gunasekera, Executive Director of Sathosa Motors to find out more about their intention behind expanding to Jaffna.