Lifestyle
BUZZ WITH DANU: Strength Camp Fit — Forever Young
A little movement, a little meditation, and a reminder that age is really just a number. I caught up with the Strength Camp team after their “Foreve
Bringing Wellbeing and Strength to Women in Kandy
Closing in on 30 years of experience in women’s health and fitness, Ms Hiranthi Attygalle wants to address a group in society that often goes overlo
Whatever Happened to Neighbours?
Do you know your neighbour’s name? Not the one who parks the white SUV next door. Not the family whose dog barks every evening. Their actual name
When Fitness Became a PR Stunt
At what point did fitness stop being about getting healthier and start becoming about getting noticed? It’s a question I’ve found myself asking mo
A Time for Renewal, Harmony and Positive Change
Feng Shui, the ancient Oriental art of space alignment, is based on the principle of creating harmony between people, their surroundings and the natur
Creating an Environment for Children’s Motivation, Learning & Success
Every parent wishes to see their child learn well, develop confidence and succeed in life. While education, discipline, guidance and encouragement are
Pretty Dolls: A hobby that grew into a Family Venture
Although Pretty Dolls have been in business for over 20 years, many are not aware of their products. With their slogan being ‘Prettiness beyond the
Can You Ban Alcohol From a Big Match?
There are few things quite as distinctly Sri Lankan as a Big Match. For generations, these school cricket encounters have been about far more than wha
The Enemy in the Next Room: How Digital Misogyny Turned the Sri Lankan Home Inside Out
When I used to teach social psychology, one of the first things we would unpack was how ordinary people manage to live with terrible contradictions. T
The Stranger Isn’t Always the Threat: The Red Flags Every Woman and Child Should Know
We are taught to be afraid of the stranger in the dark. But some of the most important warning signs appear much earlier through a message, a joke, a
Feng Shui and Eco-friendly Green Homes
There was a time when our lives were closely connected with nature. We lived beside rivers, surrounded by forests and open landscapes, cultivated our
A chat with Jana Mithrakumar Founder, Social Q Labs, New York
Ask most people what artificial intelligence is made of and they will name a chatbot. Jananan Mithrakumar, who goes by Jana, spent four years working
Buzz with Danu - Kushi of Petals by Kushi
Some people have a way of making you feel comfortable almost instantly, and Kushi is definitely one of them. She’s kind, warm, and has an effortless
Loneliness Has Become a Business Model and Almost Nobody Is Talking About It
Between 2023 and now, loneliness stopped being treated as a personal problem and turned into a market. Not a metaphor, an actual market, with revenue
Harmonious Home and Marriage
A happy marriage begins with understanding, mutual respect, and a home that nurtures harmony. While strong relationships are built on communication, t
Coji Senanayake: A Trailblazer in Advancing Ocean Conservation
Coji Senanayake has gained recognition in Sri Lanka and overseas in an area that he is passionate about – advancing ocean conservation. One of h
The Watchlist Whisperer: Euphoria Season 3 & Sweet Magnolias Season 5
This week’s lineup is a total study in contrasts: a massive, highly anticipated return that devolved into an insufferable, bloated drag, and a cosy
Everyone Thinks Screens Are Ruining Children. The Real Problem Is What Is On Them.
Ask almost any parent what they worry about, and somewhere on the list, often near the top, sits the same quiet guilt. My child is on a screen too muc
The Story behind Joey Clothing
What started as a personal experience for Rashmi Wijekoon, the Founder and CEO of Joey Clothing Private Limited, has today grown into a very successfu
The Art of Travelling Solo
There is something magical about a woman who decides to travel alone. Solo travel is not about running away from life; it is about running toward new
Here is What Actually Matters About AI Right Now
Open any technology events calendar for July, and you will find a wall of identical-sounding promises. AI transformation. Digital innovation. The futu
Why We’re Afraid to Go Back to the Gym (And Why You Shouldn’t Be)
The hardest walk in any gym isn’t the first one. It’s the one back. It doesn’t happen with excitement or optimism. It happens with hesitation. T
The Watchlist Whisperer
This week’s watches couldn’t be more different on paper, a small-town murder comedy and a true-crime documentary about one of the most disturbing
The Day We Forgot How to Be Bored
Try something for me. The next time you find yourself waiting, whether for your food to arrive, for a friend who is running late, or for the kettle to
What’s Really on Your Plate? The Hidden Cost of Convenience
Every day, thousands of Sri Lankan women make what feels like a healthy choice. The problem is, many of those choices aren’t nearly as healthy as th
Feng Shui - Health and Energy Balance
Feng Shui, the ancient oriental art of space alignment, has become widely recognised for its ability to attract new opportunities and luck, particular