The past week was a masterclass in disgrace. A police constable fell harder than his own institution’s credibility, funeral parlour employees turned hearses into getaway vans, and a millionaire at the U.S. Open thought stealing from a kid was a flex. From Borella to Nawalapitiya to New York, the pattern is clear: when people in power lose their shame, the rest of us lose our patience. Let’s get into it.

In Sri Lanka, weddings are the ultimate show. The glittering sarees, the ceremonies, the cake structures taller than your little cousins set the stage; marriage here is more than just a union, it’s a production. Families beam with pride, neighbours gossip about the guest list, and social media explodes with hashtags and drone shots.

Colombo just got its end-of-year soundtrack. On December 28, 2025, Grammy-winning R&B star Ne-Yo will bring his biggest hits to the Sugathadasa Outdoor Stadium, turning the city into the backdrop for one of the most anticipated concerts in Sri Lanka’s recent history. The official date was revealed with Ne-Yo himself joining a press conference via live video call to greet local media, share his excitement, and answer questions.

Over the years, Mama’s Brownies has been known for creating simple ingredients into unforgettable indulgences. It’s a place where little moments turn into sweet memories. Now, as they open the doors to their newest outlet in Nugegoda, Mama’s Brownie is ready to take their loyal fans and new visitors on a delightful flavour journey like never before.

It’s not my first visit to the Bordeaux region of France, as I had previously toured some wineries while working in the duty-free industry. A Tesla taxi picks us up at Bordeaux Airport; I have to hold the tailgate up as the driver loads the luggage, since the tail door is broken!

The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) proudly presents Ramp Up 2025, a one-of-a-kind fashion showcase that blends bold creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and the unstoppable energy of women-led fashion brands. The highly anticipated event will take place on September 9 at the Hilton Colombo.

The Jayantha Premachandra Foundation (JPF), in collaboration with La Maison de Colombo, is delighted to present “Liberté de Jayantha Premachandra” — a unique exhibition featuring the works of the late, acclaimed Sri Lankan artist Jayantha Premachandra (JP).

During the final weekend of August, the Lionel Wendt will come to life with ‘The Leading Man’, another masterpiece written, directed and produced by veteran playwright and dramatist Indu Dharmasena. The silver screen heartthrob Premkumar (played by Indu himself) sits down for an interview with prominent investigative journalist Kamala Liyanarachchi when unexpected visitors crash the interview, unleashing secrets, chaos and comedy.

On today’s Buzz with Danu, I’m sitting down with a powerhouse of talent — singer, stage actress, teacher, and yes, even a law graduate! From Broadway to gospel to Sinhala classics, she’s celebrating a fabulous decade of music with her upcoming recital, From Now On. Let’s welcome the incredible Dmitri Gunatilake!

The wafer paper was delicate, almost too delicate. One wrong brushstroke and it would tear, crumple, or worse, disintegrate into sugar dust. But night after night, surrounded by bowls of cornflour and with edible glue on her fingers, Chammarie Daniel wasn’t baking. She was designing.