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Axing the Exes
The Boyfriend and I have fun conversations where we speculate what our lives would have been like if we had met each earlier - when we were schooling;
Cabinet to legalise abortions under special circumstances
The rights of a woman have always been a topic of discussion in not only Asian countries but around the world as well. Although much progress has been
Pro Life or Pro Choice?
Abortion is oft treated like a dirty secret, and not surprisingly, receives step motherly treatment. Especially from politicians. Nevertheless, the to
Gudppl
Gudppl (good people) is a new social network in Sri Lanka, with a passion to make a positive meaningful impact at home and around the world through vo
Why Flings Are So 2003
If I were to Google the most significant happenings in 2003, I would come across the occasional flood, victory in a game, and a change in governments.
The where and how of adoptions in Sri Lanka
In order to give an insight to our readers on this process Life Online spoke to a few individuals to find out the criteria for adopting a child, the f
Water: a treasure for the survival of all species
With news about a shortage in water supply making headlines, many Sri Lankans have now become aware of the importance of this resource. However, we st
#NoFilter - Spinster is the New Sexy
Single has long been a status of mine. As I reach the endearing thirties and while most women my age in Sri Lanka are religiously looking for the one,
Connecting Yards
Having had a passion for patchwork from her younger days, Nazra Nazimudeen wanted to take it to the next level. With the birth of her baby boy, Nazra
The Female Bro Code
It’s the third week of 2017 and I am feeling rather philosophical. I’ve been off green tea for a while, so that can’t be the reason for the latt
How about some criticism for millennials
Delivered well with the right motives and intentions and taken well, criticism will help build, foster and nurture good stuff to great things. Deliver
What They Don’t Tell You About Being Single
For something like three and half years, I met people who seemed to envy my single status. They would say, You are so luck-eeey; after carefully tryin
Apathy and the young adult
If there is a choice between dealing with aggressive behaviour or apathy, I might well choose aggressive behaviour. Why? Because, aggression can be pi
Different Strokes for 2017
Our question to a cross section of the society was, just how much they would like to do things differently in 2017? We have a bag full of ideas. Lets
Men will be men?
In the face of the recent mass molestation of female revellers at a New Year’s event in Bengaluru, the words
A Single Girl’s Guide to 2017
As 2017 is fast approaching, it’s only fair Singletons avoid sitchuations in the year ahead. Having said that, be warned that there are certain matt
An uncluttered mind
Sitting down at my computer, I tried to focus on the article. Two hours passed and the contents were rolling around in my head without direction or co
The Reality of the Sri Lankan Christmas Lunch
One thing which every Sri Lankan actively looks forward to is the food and not just the sweets with hints of brandy and what would normally be consid
Community Dogs in Sri Lanka
Coexistence of humans and animals has been a topic that has been discussed by animal rights activists in Sri Lanka during the recent past. Although mu
A Tropical Christmas
Christmas is one of the few holidays during the year which every Sri Lankan actively looks forward to. It’s so highly anticipated, that families re
Ten Times a Single Girl Says I Like You
Yes, I could actually think of ten times I’ve said I like you without having to say the words. One of the longstanding jokes I have with The Boyfrie
Seasonal behaviour
Obviously with the holidays around the corner and with the run up to Christmas your days and nights will be filled with parties and family gatherings.
Open Plan in Sri Lanka
If you’re not familiar with the term open space or open plan concept, then think of the headquarters of Google, Pixar or Facebook. Imagine a vast op
The Fitness Connection
Don’t be afraid to reach out for that last serving of pudding this season as The Fitness Connection promises to cater to all your fitness essentials
Introducing Fitness Connection
Fashion and fitness have a symbiotic relationship; in case you were wondering why you’re reading about fitness in a style column, without one can yo
Questions for the Newly Coupled Girl
Let me just start by saying that questions *never* end. Even if it meant you’ve been single for years, you’re asked why; when you’re finally in
5 lesser known charities that could use your help this Christmas
The wellrehearsed line during this time is that Christmas is the season of giving. And as cliched as one might think that is, it definitely isn’t a
In conversation with Kayla Perera
Golf is a sport which is loved by many people as a sport and as well as a past time. Kayla Nicole Perera is one such passionate female golfer who aspi
The Tropical Purple Hearing Aids
Nine year old Reshmi Senanayake is an aspiring young author whose preliminary novel, The Tropical Purple Hearing Aids is the perfect gift to give youn
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