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Parenting and Growing Up in the 21st Century
Today we commence a new column titled IN YOUR OPINION, where important, newsworthy and salient subjects are addressed by a cross section of people, in
How Virtual and Artificial Reality are Shaping the Future
Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are technologies that are reshaping how we interact with digital content and the world around us. Whil
The Friendship Recession: From weekly drinks to radio silence
The days of calling up the old gang for lunch, chatting it up with your girlfriends as you pull out a tacky dress from the hangers at a mall, or shari
What is your skin colour’s season? A look into personal colour analysis
“Maybe you should go for the black dress instead of purple, everyone looks great in black!” Not really. If you’ve taken a look at the lat
Sleep Your Way to Success: How Rest Boosts Your Brainpower and Creativity
Forget expensive energy drinks and brain-boosting supplements. The secret weapon for peak physical and mental performance and even unlocking your crea
Canva vs. Designers: Will DIY Tools Kill Creativity?
Canva, founded by Melanie Perkins in 2012, revolutionised graphic design by making it accessible to everyone. Frustrated with complex design software,
Celebrating Pride: Breaking Barriers
n June, we celebrate and recognize LGBTQ Pride Month in honour of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising. This commemorative month acknowledges the significant i
Wedding Bliss or Miss? The Controversy of Child-Free Celebrations
The clinking of glasses, the laughter echoing through a beautifully decorated hall, the joy radiating from the newlyweds – weddings are supposed to
When Your Kids Leave...
Being a parent means you will face good and bad times, however perhaps one of the biggest challenges parents face is when their children leave h
Apple Intelligence: A Deep Dive into Apple’s New AI Assistant
Apple recently introduced Apple Intelligence, a new personal intelligence system that combines the power of generative AI models with users’ persona
Feeling Like You’re About to Snap? International Panic Day Offers a Reset Button
Work piles up as the deadline only grows closer - a mediocre job for mediocre pay. The thought of your monthly utility bills has kept you up at night,
Common Thyroid Disorders
Problems with the Thyroid include a variety of disorders that can result in the gland producing too little thyroid hormone (hypothyroidism) or too mu
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 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
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
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
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
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
From Monster to Playground: Conquering Your Gym Anxieties
Let’s be honest, the gym has always been my personal monster lair. The idea of walking in, clueless and clumsy, surrounded by sculpted gym rats pump
A Beginner’s Guide to Staying Safe Online
You’re relaxing at home, curled up on the couch with your phone in hand. You’re not taking pictures, not video chatting with friends. You’re sim
Things to Consider before Applying to Foreign Universities
Many students today choose to pursue their university education overseas – apart from obtaining an internationally recognised qualification the expo
AI in your Pocket: From Ride-hailing to Your Social Feed
Forget about flying cars and robot butlers! Artificial intelligence is transforming our lives in many amusing ways. A recent study found that 75% of S
The Importance of Good Nutrition
People with healthy eating patterns live longer and are at lower risk of serious health problems. Good nutrition means that your body gets all the nut
What worries young people?
Life asked 50 young Sri Lankans (18-28) what stresses them the most, and the answers were eye-opening.
Beyond the Evil Stepmother: Celebrating the Moms Who Stepped Up
We all know the story. The wicked stepmother who swoops in, poisons apples, and generally makes life miserable for our favourite princesses (thanks a
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