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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
Scammers in and around Colombo
Parents often warn their children not to talk to strangers, and yet it’s an impossibility to go about your daily dues without having to converse wit
The Dos and Don’ts Of Relationships
When I am asked what I loved most about being single and how it has changed over the last two months with The Boyfriend, I readily say that the three
The Art of Failing Gracefully
A forgotten book, an unprepared for test or even incomplete homework, it drives me to utter vexation that my children have found themselves in such si
Consumer Health in Sri Lanka
In the recent past, Colombo in particular has witnessed a sudden surge in restaurants, hotels, fast food chains, supermarket and organic stores gentri
The Mannequin Challenge
Every once in a while, a craze sweeps the Internet. In 2010 it was planking and two years ago, the Ice Bucket Challenge saw millions of people volunt
Types of People You Will Meet at a Party
Us Sri Lankans love a good party. Whether we’re throwing one or attending one nothing gets us pumped up like a good baila session and plenty of hea
When life is in the valley
If we are to plot a chart through our respective lives, it should run like an ECG reading with much ups and downs. In some, there could be an even sp
Dear Future Boyfriend
As I contemplate how blissful my current single status is, I thought there might come a time where I might revel in the realms of a relationship and t
What I Wish I Hadn’t Done In The Single Years
With great relationship status updates comes great questions. Over the last month, I have received a great many messages via WhatsApp, text, and Faceb
Meet Shabnam Fazi
When you first meet Shabnam Fazi, 23, it is her warmth and natural ability to be helpful that catches your attention.
Imanthi Perera launches Ink Theory
Newcomer to the world of literature, Sri Lankan author Imanthi Perera officially launched her debut book titled
Reforming the MMDA
A much needed revision of the Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act (MMDA) has been called for with the government appointing a subcommittee to look into t
7 Types of People at Lankan Supermarkets
A trip to the supermarket can either be tedious or therapeutic depending on how you look at it, but you can bet it’s always unbelievably entertaini
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