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How to be a good listener
Everyone is always yapping, oversharing on stories, ranting in group chats, sending voice notes like they are podcasting from the trenches. But you kn
St. Bridget’s Brings ‘Sound of Drums’ to Life at Nelum Pokuna
This July, the heart of Colombo will throb to the rhythm of drums and the spirit of youth! St. Bridget’s Convent, Colombo 07, proudly presents ’
The Whinging Pome: Taj Mahal Hotel, India’s Icon of Elegance
Arrival at the Taj Mahal Hotel, Colaba , Mumbai, is quite smooth. We are whisked away to sit on the deck facing the amazing swimming pool. The impress
Dish It Out: Chef Sudeera Bandara
How do our food experts cook & eat? This week, chef Sudeera – the man behind the famous Lost Flavours of Ceylon series, takes our Q&A!
Dhananjaya Bandara celebrates 25 years of creative excellence
The halls of the Grand Ballroom at Hilton Colombo came alive on Tuesday (24) with rich Sri Lankan music, dance and fashion as Dhananjaya Bandara, expe
The off-the-grid adventures in Sri Lanka: Kalupahana
One of the biggest reasons I love this beautiful island is our mountains. Today, I want to share about Kalupahana, one of those special places hidden
“They’re Just My Work Spouse”: But Your Real One Isn’t Laughing
More and more Sri Lankans are adopting the “work husband / work wife” label: that one colleague you vent to, lunch with, confide in, and maybe eve
RihView: Bad Meds, Trump & Hate
What a week! From Sri Lanka’s scandal-prone elite suddenly discovering the legal system does, in fact, apply to them… To Donald Trump dropping bom
I Don’t Belong Here: The Secret Struggle of Sri Lankan Developers
In the heart of Sri Lanka’s burgeoning tech landscape, a silent challenge lurks beneath the surface of innovative solutions and complex algorithms.
The Invisible Line: How Far Can Men Really Go With Fashion in Sri Lanka?
Recently, I was at an event, and a rather fierce personality and iconic individual was wearing a tulle skirt and a blazer as their outfit. It was an a
Kosh Hewage: A New Era for Miss Universe Bahrain and Egypt
In a groundbreaking appointment, Sri Lankan creative visionary Kosh Hewage has been named the Deputy Director of Miss Universe Bahrain and Miss Univer
Inspired by Legacy, Driven by Change: Araliya Thevapalan
Araliya Thevapalan’s recent election to the Colombo Municipal Council marks an inspiring milestone for women’s representation in local government.
Top 5 Dumpling Spots in Colombo
Let me start by saying this ‘I’m not a food critic’, just someone who really, really loves dumplings. After years of spontaneous dumpling huntin
The Whinging Pome: Vienna
Day one in Vienna concludes with a soak in a large bath in my spacious Astoria Hotel bedroom. Ironically, I never have a bath at home. A private momen
Of BTS, Bias, and the Burden of Colonised Thinking
Earlier this month, millions of fans around the world rejoiced as BTS, the global pop sensation from South Korea, were reunited after completing their
RihView: Ghosting Telcos, Mean Comments & Lucky Seats
From telcos that ghost you mid-bill cycle to Facebook groups where kindness still comes with a trigger warning, it’s been another week of “only in
Pages & Perspectives: Raffealla Fernando
A person’s bookshelf tells a story of interests, inspirations, and ideas that have shaped them. In Pages & Perspectives, we ask people to share what
How Gemini AI Can Save Your Exam Season
The familiar panic is setting in. Your A/L examination is just weeks away, and you’re staring at a mountain of syllabus content that seems impossibl
Aqua Pazza: Where Every Dish Speaks, and the Tiramisu Sings
Aqua Pazza may be relatively new to Colombo’s restaurant scene, but it walks in with the quiet confidence of a place that knows exactly who it is. T
Review: “Bright Light” Illuminates the Stage with Passion and Purpose
On the evening of June 7, 2025, the MJF Centre Auditorium in Katubedda, Moratuwa, transformed into a powerful symbol of inclusion, determination, and
Buzz with Danu - Athwela Marketplace
Today on Buzz with Danu, I spotlight a marketplace that’s doing more than just selling products—it’s selling purpose. Athwela Marketplace brings
We’re All Addicted to Being Mad Online
Recently, a local influencer posted a video of herself eating a burger in a crop top. Harmless, right? Except the comments section lit up like it was
RihView: Macaws, Rage Currency & Bravery
This past week’s news came with plot twists, parrots, and people showing more spine than most governments. We had a rare macaw stolen (again) from a
We Stopped Drawing, Ghibli Didn’t: A Wake-Up Call!
Those random days where we sit on the sofa on a rainy day and notice in a world where artificial intelligence can churn out artwork in seconds and dig
Feeling All the Feels? Here’s How to Keep Your Cool
On certain days, everything seems perfectly balanced. You’re sipping your iced coffee, vibing to your playlist, and your life feels like a Pinterest
Deepa Mehta Celebrates Cinema and Sri Lanka
Over the weekend of May 31st and June 1st, 2025, Oscar-nominated Indo-Canadian filmmaker Deepa Mehta launched Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts’ inaugural
Rebuilding at REBUILD! Sripali Weerakkody’s Ladies-Only Fitness Movement
Back in 2004, a 17-year-old Sripali caught the 2 AM bus from Kandy to Colombo for cricket practice every day for a year. In 2024, she carries that sam
Sashane Dassanayake Secures Landmark Win
In a year already marked by remarkable global achievements for Sri Lanka, Sashane Dassanayake added another prestigious accolade to the nation’s nam
Buzz with Danu - Turkey Tales
There’s a special kind of thrill that hits you the moment your plane touches down in a new country — and on the 14th of May, as I flew in with Tur
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