The Youth Vote: First-Time Voters Speak on Their Hopes for a...

Youth

Sri Lanka has ushered in a new chapter in its political landscape as Anura Kumara Dissanayake was declared the winner of the country’...

From WhatsApp to TikTok: Have We Become Our Parents?

Youth

The thought first came to me during a class discussion. My students and I were deep in conversation about media literacy and the psycho...

Software Engineering vs. Computer Science Degree: Understand...

Youth

If you’re interested in technology, you might be thinking about studying Software Engineering or Computer Science. Both are important...

Off to University?

Youth

Some may already be packing to go off to university –an exciting time for many. We spoke to some students to get their views on how...

Blaming the Dress, Not the Beast: The Perils of Victim-Blami...

Youth

Every time a sexual assault makes the headlines, the same infuriating question comes up: ’’What was she wearing?’’. Instead of ...

K-pop: The Global Cultural Phenomenon

Youth

Marked by their catchy melodies, remarkably synchronised choreographies and stunning visuals at live performances as well as impeccably...

Couples Who Work In The Same Profession

Youth

Couples who work in the same profession do full-time jobs that are demanding and their working lives and personal lives are deeply int...

Parenting and Growing Up in the 21st Century

Youth

Today we commence a new column titled IN YOUR OPINION, where important, newsworthy and salient subjects are addressed by a cross sectio...

The Friendship Recession: From weekly drinks to radio silenc...

Youth

The days of calling up the old gang for lunch, chatting it up with your girlfriends as you pull out a tacky dress from the hangers at a...

Wedding Bliss or Miss? The Controversy of Child-Free Celebra...

Youth

The clinking of glasses, the laughter echoing through a beautifully decorated hall, the joy radiating from the newlyweds – weddings a...

The Silence That Speaks Volumes: Rethinking Discipline in Sr...

Youth

Imagine a world where a child’s punishment isn’t measured in screams, but in a chilling silence. A recent video, a stark reminder e...

Bears or Bros? Social Media Ignites Conversation on Women’...

Youth

Imagine yourself lost in the woods. Panic sets in, but then you see another figure in the distance. Relief washes over you... until you...

After O/Ls – What Next?

Youth

A good education is vital today. Whilst many students opt to go to university or do other tertiary educational courses, there are other...

Pioneering Certification Programme Revolutionises Arts Progr...

Youth

In an exciting development for the arts education sector, an Australian-accredited certification programme has been launched by The Bal...

The Watchlist Whisperer - TV Series edition

Youth

Struggling to navigate the ever-expanding world of streaming services and on-demand content? Feeling lost in a sea of options, unsure o...

Career Success in 2024: A Blueprint for Mastering In-Demand ...

Youth

The ability to continuously adapt, learn and apply new skills has become an essential differentiator for personal and professional succ...

From Monster to Playground: Conquering Your Gym Anxieties

Youth

Let’s be honest, the gym has always been my personal monster lair. The idea of walking in, clueless and clumsy, surrounded by sculpte...

A Beginner’s Guide to Staying Safe Online

Youth

You’re relaxing at home, curled up on the couch with your phone in hand. You’re not taking pictures, not video chatting with friend...

Things to Consider before Applying to Foreign Universities

Youth

Many students today choose to pursue their university education overseas – apart from obtaining an internationally recognised qualifi...

What worries young people?

Youth

Life asked 50 young Sri Lankans (18-28) what stresses them the most, and the answers were eye-opening.

#WATSS Campaign: Why are teenagers so sad?

Youth

Young people in Sri Lanka have had a rough time of it – especially over the past four years. In addition to the isolation of COVID, t...

World Oceans Day: Pearl Protectors

Youth

World Oceans Day is celebrated globally on the 8th of June, and in Sri Lanka, The Pearl Protectors, which is a youth-led marine conserv...

Buzz with Danu: Akilesh Mirthika Epa

Youth

Today on the Buzz I speak to a young fashionista who is making headlines in the US for his spark on the ramp. New York Fashion Week i...

A chat with Himaya: Miss Earth Australia – Charity

Youth

Sri Lankan born Himaya Wijayaweera recently won one of the 5 national titles in the Miss Earth Australia National competition - Miss Ea...

Nine-Year-old twins from Royal College in a quest to cover a...

Youth

Thinev and Mihela Danansuriya, nine-year-old twins from Grade 4 of Royal College, Colombo hope to cover all 450+ birds of Sri Lanka in ...

Young peace activist Anojitha Sivaskaran attends One Young W...

Youth

Sri Lankan youth peace activist, Anojitha Sivaskaran was the only Sri Lankan to receive the EU Peace Ambassadors Scholarship to attend ...

Textured Art & Calligraphy 
by Saajidah Ghani

Youth

Artist and entrepreneur Saajidah Ghani, has always indulged in art for as long as she can remember. “Art has been a part of me since ...

Wild About Photography

Youth

The Daily Mirror Life sat down with Bhanuka Kaluarachchi, 20 years old, a Wildlife photographer with 478.1k likes and 32.4k followers o...

Angela Bettoni - A Talented Writer, Actress and Advocate for...

Youth

Twenty-year-old Angela Bettoni, the only child of Dr. Andrea Bettoni and Dr. Ramani Wijesinha Bettoni lives in Malta. Diagnosed with Do...