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The Silence That Speaks Volumes: Rethinking Discipline in Sri Lanka
Imagine a world where a child’s punishment isn’t measured in screams, but in a chilling silence. A recent video, a stark reminder etched in pixels
The Watchlist Whisperer: Indian Documentaries
This week, we’re taking a spicy trip across the border for a taste of true-crime documentaries from our fascinating neighbour, India. Get ready to d
Stepping Up: Essential Footwear for the Fashionable Man of 2024
Nothing beats seeing a well-dressed man in Sri Lanka with his killer outfit that’s complimented by… his ankle-high white socks and slip-on black s
The Connected Home Revolution: A Guide to IoT
The modern age has brought omnipresent internet connectivity and rapid technological advancement directly into our homes. The Internet of Things (IoT)
Anushka Hayes: Founder of The Little Club
Anushka Hayes, the founder of The Little Club, has created an inspiring haven for students to unwind and explore their creativity after school. Recogn
The Whinging Pome: Hectic Hiriketiya
What a bay, a small horseshoe with multiple shades of blue sea and cliffs to one side and a rock outcrop on the other. A photographer’s paradise. Th
Shahi Mughal Dastarkhwan Food Festival
Experience the Shahi Mughal Dastarkhwan Food Festival at the Courtyard by Marriott Colombo, running until June 9, 2024. This grand celebration of Mugh
Living among Primates
Prof. Charmalie Nahallage is a distinguished figure in the field of biological anthropology and a pioneering primatologist. With a career that spans o
Buzz with Danu - Janik Jayasuriya
Today on the Buzz, I speak to a young entrepreneur who took up the most challenging time in our country to make a new place in the world of consumer d
Winning the Gratiaen Prize: Ramya Chamalie Jirasinghe
Ramya Chamalie Jirasinghe has been honoured with the prestigious Gratiaen Prize for her debut novel, Father Cabraal’s Recipe for Love Cake. This com
Bears or Bros? Social Media Ignites Conversation on Women’s Safety
Imagine yourself lost in the woods. Panic sets in, but then you see another figure in the distance. Relief washes over you... until you realise it’s
Keep yourself and your loved ones safe during this rainy season
The rainy season can be beautiful, bringing life to the environment and making everything cosy, and yet, it can also be treacherous as it can lead to
10 ways to beat the monsoon gloom
With strong winds and heavy showers showing up on the weather forecast day and night, the monsoon season has rolled around with all its might and our
After O/Ls – What Next?
A good education is vital today. Whilst many students opt to go to university or do other tertiary educational courses, there are others who choose to
Beyond the realm of light: Exploring the deep ocean of Sri Lanka
Life below 200 m deep is as fascinating as life within the light-filled zones of our oceans. While light fades, life does not. Unfortunately, these zo
AT BISHOP’S IN THE 1950’S
Reading of the charming Principal of Bishop’s in duet with the Thomian VP caused my imagination to somersault. Could the stately Sister Gabriel (yes
Trains: Railways and Stations in Colombo
A ferroequinologist is someone who is recreationally interested in trains, and there are all kinds of them. There are people who appreciate looking an
Burger Hangover
The timing couldn’t be more perfect for Burger Hangover’s debut. With the recent closure of a popular fast-food spot, the burger scene has a void
The Tale of Beauty & The Beast
In the heart of Colombo, amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, a wondrous spectacle unfolded at the Colombo International School. The junior mus
Pioneering Certification Programme Revolutionises Arts Programme
In an exciting development for the arts education sector, an Australian-accredited certification programme has been launched by The Ballet School of C
“ESCAPE: STORIES OF SURVIVORS”: A Theatrical Production Highlighting Child Sexual Abuse in Sri Lanka
LEADS, in partnership with Sevalanka Foundation, proudly announces ’’ESCAPE: Stories of Survivors,’’ a theatrical production under Sevalanka
Blooming Breakfast Resto Bar & Cafe
Nestled in the heart of Colombo, is the all-new Blooming Breakfast Resto bar and café, poised to become the city’s go-to spot for round-the-clock d
Salmonellosis
Salmonellosis is an infection with a bacteria called Salmonella. We had a chat with Dr Shehan Silva, a Consultant Physician with Special Interest in
From Frustration to Feeding Freedom: Dr Bharathi Baranage on Transforming Breastfeeding Support
The new mother stared at her crying newborn, a knot of worry tightening in her stomach. Breastfeeding, something that seemed natural, felt frustrating
The Watchlist Whisperer - TV Series edition
Struggling to navigate the ever-expanding world of streaming services and on-demand content? Feeling lost in a sea of options, unsure of what to watch
Eating for your blood type - does it matter?
For the majority of us, planning and consuming a balanced diet daily can be a difficult and time-consuming task. But what if there is an already-devel
Career Success in 2024: A Blueprint for Mastering In-Demand Expertise
The ability to continuously adapt, learn and apply new skills has become an essential differentiator for personal and professional success in our rapi
Back To Stage: A Collaboration of Schools, Talent, and Generations
Back to Stage,’ an ode to over a hundred years of partnership between Bishop’s College Colombo and S. Thomas’ College Mount Lavinia, was success
And Then There Were None
Cold Theatre 7’s And Then There Were None, the theatrical rendition of Agatha Christie’s classic and best-selling crime novel, unravelled at the L
Famous Graves With Many Stories To Tell... Paris
There is a cemetery in northern Paris that ranks most visited in the world. Pere Lachaise has more established stars and celebrities buried there tha