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The Gratiaen Trust Announces the Winners
The Gratiaen Trust, in partnership with John Keells Foundation, is proud to announce the winners of the 32nd Gratiaen Prize for English creative writi
Breaking the stigma around male infertility in Sri Lanka
In the South Asian context, childless couples are often subject to social scrutiny. While fingers are usually pointed towards females, blaming them fo
“I Use ChatGPT to Train My Boyfriend” And Other Absolutely Unhinged Ways People Are Using AI
When ChatGPT first entered the chat, most people used it for pretty tame things: fixing emails, brainstorming Instagram captions, writing essays five
The Watchlist Whisperer: Another Simple Favour & Jimmy Savile: A British Horror Story
This week on The Watchlist Whisperer, we’re going from designer delusion to documented horror, and somehow both are hard to look away from. First up
RihView: Courtrooms, Catwalks, and Cyclones
This past week served chaos in every flavour: courtrooms, catwalks, and cyclones. We had two ex-ministers actually sentenced without spontaneously dev
Google Has a New ’G’ Logo: Can You Spot the Difference?
In a world where change happens at lightning speed, even tech giants like Google know when it’s time for a subtle refresh.
Romanticising Life: The Art of Living Life Like It’s a Movie
Let’s be honest, life can feel like a never-ending cycle of to-do lists, emails, chores, and the occasional existential scroll through social media.
Through the Lens: Prasantha Yahampath
From the quiet solitude of a darkroom in Holland to the electric energy of Paris Fashion Week, photographer Prasantha Yahampath has come a long way—
Review on ‘Madai Tomiya Colomba Giya’
Indu Dharmasena’s beloved stage comedy ‘Madai Tomiya Colomba Giya’ made a triumphant return to the Lionel Wendt Theatre this past weekend, delig
Sri Lanka: From paradise to global film destination
From ‘The Bridge on the River Kwai’ to ‘Indiana Jones : The Temple of Doom’ Sri Lanka’s scenic locations have set the backdrop for some grea
Hachajah puts Sri Lanka on the Global Music Map with Double Win at the CARAs
Sri Lanka celebrates a moment of immense national pride as hachajah - the artistic moniker of Colombo-born singer, songwriter and producer Charith Per
A chat with Yanika..
Yanika Amarasekera-Siyaguna has made it to the prestigious Forbes, listing her as one of the three Sri Lankans in Asia’s 30 under 30, the only woman
A Concert of Light That Shines Brighter
In a heartwarming celebration of courage, talent, and perseverance, the visually impaired students of Riversheen School of Music are set to light up t
Buzz with Danu - A Tribute to the Queen of Sri Lankan Cinema, Malini Fonseka
She wasn’t just a star. She was the sky. From her unforgettable debut in Punchi Baba in 1968, Malini Fonseka transformed the landscape of Sri Lan
’’Beneath the Blue’’: Underwater Photography Exhibition for Ocean Conservation
The ocean is a world of wonder, mystery, and breathtaking beauty that few of us witness firsthand. But from June 5th to 9th, Curado Art Space will bri
“Why Didn’t She Leave?” Is the Wrong Question
The surveillance footage of Cassie and Diddy is gut-wrenching. It’s raw. Violent. The kind of video you watch once and then wish you hadn’t. And y
Doomscroll, Panic, Repeat: Why You’re Glued to Bad News
You know that person who posts every breaking news update before the journalists even have time to verify it? Who shares three different links about a
RihView: Brit traveller, Confirmation Bias & 3* Experiences
The past week gave us a lot - a British traveller got caught with £1.2 million worth of cannabis; people continued to believe (and forward) absolute
Beyond the Mic: Unmute Potential, Transform voices, Elevate Events
In a world where communication is the key to success, Beyond the Mic (BTM) emerges as a game-changer in the realm of public speaking and event hosting
Devamala at Barefoot
On June 14 the dancers of ‘Natyapoorna Dr. Nirmala John’s Nirmalanjali Academy in collaboration with Barefoot will perform Devamala (‘ A Garland
Ahangama:Surf Sounds and Sundowners
Ahangama, eighteen kilometres beyond Galle, was once a sleepy, one-street town. Its only claim to fame was its location between Koggala and Weligama.
5 Experiences you should not miss in Trincomalee
You know how some places look great in photos but feel underwhelming in real life? Trincomalee is NOT one of those places. What surprised me the most
Buzz with Danu - Wild Cookbook
Behind the viral TikToks, the smoky jungle grills, and the clay pots bubbling with spice, there’s a young man who’s not just cooking—he’s stor
The Unofficial Guide to Surviving a Sri Lankan Wedding
There’s nothing quite like a Sri Lankan wedding. It’s not just a celebration - it’s an epic. A multi-day affair wrapped in lace, ritual, gold je
Goodbye Skype: The End of an Internet Era
After 20 years of global video calls, Microsoft officially announced Skype’s retirement in May 2025. Launched in 2003 and widely used for internatio
RihView: Wrong Questions, Mother’s Day for Single Dads & Road Accident
The past week gave us a lot - people questioning Cassie like abuse comes with a script, dads getting Mother’s Day shoutouts like fatherhood isn’t
Well-being is Your Life, Literally
Let’s be real. When someone mentions well-being, most of us picture a girl doing yoga at sunrise or a guy sipping green juice while manifesting his
Napkin.ai is Your NEW Professional Design Companion
Let’s talk straight - in the world of professionals, your presentation is like your Sunday best. Just like how a perfectly pressed shirt can make al
Don’t Miss the Final Run of “Madai Tommiya Colomba Giya”
Back in the early ‘90s, a lovable, wide-eyed village boy named Tommiya first stepped onto the Sri Lankan stage - and he never quite left. First winn
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