Olympia de Costa

Contributing Writer

Olympia de Costa is a freelance writer based in Colombo. She has travelled widely in South Asia and South East Asia and writes on various subjects such as travel, religion, food, architecture, business and technology. Her articles have appeared in many magazines and journals.

Latest Articles

Tips to Succeed at a Job Interview
A few essential tips to keep in mind when attending a job interview.
Mar 6, 2011 - Olympia de Costa
WikiLeaks Nominated for the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize
The whistleblower website WikiLeaks has been nominated for the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize.
Feb 2, 2011 - Olympia de Costa
Cyclone Yasi to hit Queensland, Australia
Cyclone Yasi is expected to make landfall in the Innisfail area in Queensland, Australia around midnight on Wednesday, February 2, 2011.
Feb 2, 2011 - Olympia de Costa
Shinmoedake Volcano Erupts in Japan After 52 Years
Shinmoedake volcano in the Kirishima range in the Southern Japanese island of Kyushu erupted in January, 2011 after remaining quiet for 52 years.
Jan 28, 2011 - Olympia de Costa
Egypt cuts off Internet
In a step that was never seen before in the history of the Internet, most of the Egyptian Internet Service Providers went offline on January 27, 2011
Jan 28, 2011 - Olympia de Costa
The 13th zodiac sign and the new astrological signs
The thirteenth zodiac sign and the changes in the astrological signs from year 2011
Jan 14, 2011 - Olympia de Costa
Is Facebook Really Closing Down on March 15?
Contrary to what was stated in the hoax email, Facebook will not close down on March 15.
Jan 13, 2011 - Olympia de Costa
ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 in Sri Lanka
ICC Cricket World Cup locations and the many attractions around the venues in Sri Lanka
Jan 12, 2011 - Olympia de Costa
Year 2011 - 2600 Years of Buddha's Enlightenment in Sri Lanka
Celebrations in Sri Lanka mark this milestone for Buddhists
Jan 11, 2011 - Olympia de Costa