Special Reports
In which we dive deep into footage to reconstruct the timeline of recent events with national implications. Expect photos, videos, maps.
Food & Agriculture
In which we explore how food gets onto our plates, as well as the dangerous narratives and the disastrous policy decisions that led us to where we are today.
Healthcare
In which we dissect critical healthcare issues and their impact on society, analyzing the systemic challenges and the path to a healthier future.
Transport
In which we unravel the intricate web of transportation systems, uncovering the interplay between infrastructure, technology, and urban planning that shapes how we move and connect.
Electricity
In which we illuminate the complex dynamics of the power sector, tracing the sources of energy, the evolution of grids, and the policies shaping the electrified world we inhabit.
Economy
In which our resident economist explores the multi-decade reasons behind Sri Lanka’s default, examining trade, taxation and national income.
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Watchdog is a multidisciplinary team of journalists, researchers and software engineers. We hunt misinformation, investigate matters of public welfare, and build software tools.