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‘Avengers: Infinity War’ shattering records
The much-hyped Hollywood super hero movie ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ which is shattering box office records globally in its first week of screening,
How Sri Lankans Define Relationship Goals
I was reading about successful relationships recently and it opened my eyes to the fact that humans define success in relationships in so many ways.
Goodbye LJP
From the time he passed the Biblical lifespan of “threescore years and ten” in 1989, Lester James Peries often joked that he was living on “borr
‘Asymmetry’: A search for intimacy and balance
Relationships could either make or break one. ‘Asymmetry’ by Rick Robinson revolves around the stories of three couples who look or have looked at
Alanki Kishani Perera speaks as ‘Radha by Alanki’ turns two
The local fashion industry is flourishing with budding designers and brands that take creativity to a whole new level. Alanki Kishani Perera steps int
Racing elephants for fun
Under the unforgiving rays of the April sun, these majestic creatures had to suffer the ignominy of having a number slapped upon their forehead, mahou
Spoiler Alert!
I happened to watch the Sri Lankan preview of Avengers Infinity War on 25 April (spoiler-free review out soon!), and audiences were reminded to keep s
WTF - Mumbai Mumbles
Standards were kept high from the time I landed at the Mumbai airport – from the pick-up to the traditional welcome at the warm ITC Grand Central. I
Buzz with Danu - Asymmetry
This week I speak to the cast and the directors of the play Asymmetry which will be staged from 11 to 13 May at Park Street Mews.
#MeToo – the men speak out
So we asked a few men what they thought about the #MeToo campaign. Did they think it gave rise to a witch hunt? Are they now forced to tiptoe around w
Fresheez
Of the 8 branches, we stepped into the Fresheez juicery at Jawatte Road recently. So they’re no longer ‘Juiceez’? Before I get there, let me say
Does your baby have ‘Coochy Coochy soft’ skin ?
There’s nothing like the touch of your baby’s skin against yours – it feels so soft, so new. Baby’s skin is also delicate, and will remain th
Chef Saman Jayawardene
Chef Saman is a man of few words, preferring to let his food do the talking for him. And talk they do. I recently sat down for a tete-a-tete with Chef
DJ Avicii dead at 28
Swedish DJ Avicii, who has collaborated with the likes of Madonna and Coldplay, has died in Oman at the age of 28.
Avurudu a Time of Celebration!
Let me wish all of you a brilliant, fun-filled, peaceful and prosperous Avurudu – surrounded by family and friends as we look forward to a brighter
The Re-Look Of The Rich Look – The Future Of The Shopping Mall
Weather greeted the grand opening on Friday 16th March 2018 at the high expansion of the Rich Look Shopping Mall at Maharagama.
The legendary Boney M Live in Sri Lanka!
Come hear your favorite songs from the past as we welcome Boney M to our splendid island in June 2018.
WTF - After 9 to 5
Let me take you back a few days when I was driving with a terrible hunger, and I passed this place down Union Place on the roadside. There it was! A t
Infinity Buffet at the Cinnamon Grand Echo
The Infinity Buffet at Echo – the Italian restaurant at Cinnamon Grand, takes place every Wednesday evening and brings Italy’s best-loved flavours
Sri Lankan Relationships in the 90s
I was attending a work training about the different age groups in a workplace, and I was particularly chuffed about being called a ‘Millennial’
Saffron and Blue - A cosy holiday villa
The moment you enter Saffron and Blue you are immediately struck by the harmonious juxtaposition of art and architecture which displays the talent of
@Sheneller and her travels on #PassionPassport!
Shenelle Rodrigo spoke to us about her take on travel and why she loves it!
Emerging Designers- Menushi Jayathilake
Menushi Jayathilake started her degree in Fashion and Textile at Academy of Design (AOD), being thankful to her wonderful lecturers who encouraged her
Meetings at Mövenpick Colombo
Whether you’re meeting for business or pleasure, finding a perfect space that suits your sensibilities and caters to all your needs, can be a daunti
Celebrating Avurudu: Then and Now
It is that time of the year where everybody gets together to celebrate the dawn of the New Year. Or that was how it all started.
Designer 1-2-1 - Dileesha Navimanage
Drawing inspiration from nature, Dileesha has launched her new collection Wild Garden. A graduate of the AOD, Dileesha launched her brand two and a ha
7 things ‘Komaali Kings’ tells you about the Lankan Tamil community
King Ratnam’s ‘Komaali Kings’ is a recently released Sri Lankan Tamil movie filled with humour. The movie pleasantly surprised many, as 50 days
The Model Diplomat- Rameena Balasunderam
I casually posted my saree looks on my Instagram and people all over the world messaged me and asked me if they could order the saree I am wearing.
Best of Avurudu offers with Amaya Resorts
With school holidays back in April, National Avurudu Festival has started to warm the holiday season. Amaya Resorts and Spas has the best in store for
Accept, Include and Empower - Autism Awareness Walk
Autism – do we know enough about it? Are we accepting these children and young adults with autism to be part of our society? Do we give them the lov
