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ENCORE! The 70s, 80s & More… Like You’ve Never Heard Before
Encore! The 70s, 80s & More … Like You’ve Never, a unique production will be held at the Bishop’s College Auditorium on July
Why Advice Alone Won’t Change Your Life
One of the most interesting things I’ve noticed after years in the fitness industry is that people love asking for advice. Every
‘Bengal Bungalow’ Box Office is Now Open!
Prepare for a whirlwind of amnesia, eccentric British aristocrats, and a menagerie of mayhem. This July 2026, the Lionel Wendt The
The Whinging Pome: Mount Fuji - Better from a Distance
Tokyo, the largest railway station in the world, is our starting point. Our goal is the amazing Mount Fuji, the holy symbolic cone
Specialised Elephant Milk Formula Introduced
In a significant conservation collaboration, the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society of Sri Lanka (WNPS), in partnership with t
Eco-friendly Feng Shui
There was a time when we all lived in harmony with nature, feeling deep gratitude for all that the bountiful earth provided. Livin
Blocking Social Media for U16 Draws Mixed Reactions: Parents for it, children against
Countries that are joining the list for banning social media for U16 are slowly and steadily increasing. With Australia recording
The Whinging Pome: A great story .. Knox / Boyle
I never had the chance of meeting Richard Boyle, who died in Colombo in 2023. His wife recently loaned me two books Richard wrote
Planning a Destination Wedding
Destination Weddings have become popular, with many couples choosing Sri Lanka to celebrate the most important day of their lives.
The Friend Who Stopped Showing Up
One of the most interesting things about the fitness industry has very little to do with exercise. After more than 13 years of tra
GREEN CHILIES RETURNS AFTER SEVEN YEARS TO REIGNITE SRI LANKA’S ADVERTISING INDUSTRY SPIRIT
After a seven-year hiatus, one of Sri Lanka’s most loved advertising industry gatherings is making a much-anticipated return. Gr
The Smoke that Thunders Victoria Falls, Africa
David Livingstone was the first white explorer to see the Victoria Falls in central Africa in 1865. The Zambezi River drops 354 fe
Rukshan Perera, Back on Stage June 21st After winning the “Lifetime Achievement Award”
After captivating audiences with Rukshan Perera Live in Concert for 10 consecutive years, Rukshan Perera returns to the stage on J
Identifying Memory Changes - Distinguishing between normal aging and Dementia
As we age, our brains change just like our bodies do. Taking longer to learn something new or forgetting where you put your keys c
Feng Shui - Healthy life
Feng Shui, the Oriental art of spatial alignment, has gained immense popularity because it is often believed to bring new fortunes
Up Country Magical Moments
We are climbing up to five thousand eight hundred feet above sea level, heading to the little village of Ohiya. The van driver ma
The Daily Leaf Officially Launches in Colombo
Colombo’s vibrant culinary and lifestyle landscape welcomed a soulful new addition with the official launch of The Daily Leaf. E
Beyond the Plate with Minoli De Silva
Minoli De Silva will headline an exclusive evening, ‘Beyond the Plate’ in conversation hosted by Genesis – The Dilmah Centre
Sri Lanka Makes Guinness World Record History with Merak 2026 Sensory Board
In a landmark achievement for Sri Lanka and the global autism advocacy community, Merak 2026 has officially secured the Guinness W
The Performance of Fitness: Are We Training… or Performing?
Gyms have stopped feeling like training spaces and started feeling like performance stages.And I don’t think it happened all at
Artists for Autism Awareness: Merak 2026 Celebrates the Power of Creative Collaboration
A powerful convergence of art, education, and social impact is set to take centre stage in Sri Lanka with Merak 2026, a national i
Delicious Café Thimbirigasyaya: Where Comfort Food, Family and Familiarity Come Together
Tucked into the ever-busy food stretch of Thimbirigasyaya, Delicious Café feels less like a trendy new opening and more like the
Touring Trinco
Seven of us set off to Trincomalee, on the east coast of Sri Lanka facing the Indian Ocean. There are a number of targets for me b
Feng Shui: Space design
Have you ever walked into a house that felt more like a space than a home? Have you ever reminisced about the best year of your li
New Town Old Town …..Sydney
We set off from The Rocks to visit New Town, Sydney, about a twenty minute taxi drive away. It is not a new town at all. In fact,
Choosing a Professional Carer
Choosing a professional carer is one of the most critical decisions a family can make. It requires a balance of rigorous vetting a
Young Sri Lankan Innovators Win Silver at ICIA 2026
Three young innovators from S. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia, have brought international recognition to Sri Lanka by winning th
The Gratiaen Trust Announces the Shortlist for the 33rd Gratiaen Prize
The Gratiaen Trust, in partnership with John Keells Foundation and with the support of the British Council, is pleased to share th
The Noise Between Sets: When Gym Talk Becomes Gossip
Gyms have always been more than just places to train. Yes, people come to lift weights, lose fat, build muscle, or improve their h
Railway Stations in Sri Lanka
I’m sitting at a railway station, and I have a ticket for a destination. Part of the charm and nostalgia of travelling in Sri La