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Helping your Child Cope with a Separation and Divorce
A separation or divorce among parents is a particularly difficult period for children. It is important that they feel loved by both parents despite th
You can’t just snap out of Depression
After years marked by crises and loss, the conversation around depression in Sri Lanka is more urgent than ever. But what does depression truly mean,
Buzz with Danu - Sanaya Buddhadasa
On the Buzz today meet Sanaya Buddhadasa – the Sri Lankan table tennis wonder who’s now serving up victories for Team Australia! This ping-pong pr
The not-so-sweet side of a flavour-filled puff: Delving into the youth vape trap
The sight of a group of huddled youngsters in good spirits sharing giggles and stories is enough to make anyone older reminisce about their own youthf
Supercharge Your Browser: Must-Have Chrome Extensions for Peak Productivity
In an era where the average professional spends over six hours daily in their web browser, the right tools can make all the difference between product
The Watchlist Whisperer: Catfish Documentaries
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
Hobbies to hustles: How Sithu built two creative brands...
When she was just 19, Sithu hadn’t planned to become a business owner. She wasn’t mapping out revenue streams or drawing up five-year plans; inste
Colombo has a lot to offer if you know where to look!
There are tons of things to do in Colombo. But sometimes we tend to stick to the same old same old. So today we thought of writing about the experienc
The impact of childhood attachments on adult relationships
Did you know that every hug, smile and conversation we have with other people is most likely influenced by invisible patterns from our childhood?
Grief and Healing After a Suicide: Why Communities Must Come Together
The recent deaths of school students have left an unimaginable void in their families, schools, and our broader community. This tragedy isn’t someth
From Hobby to Hustle: How One Student Balances Art Commissions and University
First, it begins with compliments on homemade brownies for close friends, or a twinkle in the eye from the receiver of a gifted, elaborate painting. T
Yevan David: Sri Lankan talent in the Formula World.
When you think of the Formula world, you think of magnanimous names like Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, and Max Verstappen. Highlighted by the gl
The Youth Vote: First-Time Voters Speak on Their Hopes for a New Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has ushered in a new chapter in its political landscape as Anura Kumara Dissanayake was declared the winner of the country’s presidential
From WhatsApp to TikTok: Have We Become Our Parents?
The thought first came to me during a class discussion. My students and I were deep in conversation about media literacy and the psychology of belief
Software Engineering vs. Computer Science Degree: Understanding the Differences
If you’re interested in technology, you might be thinking about studying Software Engineering or Computer Science. Both are important in the tech wo
Off to University?
Some may already be packing to go off to university –an exciting time for many. We spoke to some students to get their views on how they went abou
Blaming the Dress, Not the Beast: The Perils of Victim-Blaming
Every time a sexual assault makes the headlines, the same infuriating question comes up: ’’What was she wearing?’’. Instead of focusing on the
K-pop: The Global Cultural Phenomenon
Marked by their catchy melodies, remarkably synchronised choreographies and stunning visuals at live performances as well as impeccably produced music
Couples Who Work In The Same Profession
Couples who work in the same profession do full-time jobs that are demanding and their working lives and personal lives are deeply intertwined. Howev
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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