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A trip to The Paddington
Although we didn’t get a chance to travel to Paddington in England, The Paddington Colombo was the closest we could get to. The Director of the rest
The Best Dressed List - March 2017
March, the month of Colombo Fashion Week, saw some serious Sri Lankan style both on and off the ramp. It also saw the celebration of two of Colombo’
University students relate their ragging experiences
Bullying in universities, commonly known as ’ragging’ has continued to reveal the ugly side of the Sri Lankan higher education system. Over the ye
Kandy: The city of pomp and pageantry
Tucked away in the Central Highlands is the city of Kandy, embraced by hill-country breezes, busy streets, colonial buildings and its rich religious a
Tales of a Mortician
The life of an embalmer is one such critical role which involves much courage, concentration and responsibility. In an interview with Life Online, Sha
Shore by O! Reviewed
We headed to the shore at Mt. Lavinia to catch some good sights of the blue green sea and of course, to enjoy a meal at the Shore by O!
Cyber security threats and how to deal with them
Social media has more or less influenced the daily activities of almost everybody in this world. In an attempt to shed light on how social media users
HSBC CFW Day 4
After four days of lively back to back fashion shows, the curtain came down on the 14th edition of Colombo Fashion week last night. Celebrating Colomb
Protecting Marine Species: The Immediate Need of the Hour
Dolphin and whale watching have taken the Sri Lankan tourism industry to newer heights. But unfortunately these species are no longer safe at sea. A v
HSBC CFW Day Two
On the second day of HSBC Colombo Fashion Week, a crop of established fashion designers both local and international stepped up their game to reveal t
Something new at The Sandwich Factory!
If you are looking to try some new dishes to please your taste buds, head over to The Sandwich Factory. Here are 4 items that may just be the thing yo
Why Is Makeup Important?
What “wearing makeup” amounts to, differs from one woman to another. For some it’s a fully contoured face with the works and for others it’s a
Feminism, chivalry and sexism
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day tomorrow, many women’s rights activists have once again started to question the topic of equal r
The ragging culture in Sri Lanka's education system
Higher education is a golden opportunity which is not appreciated by many of those students who are ‘lucky’ enough to walk in to a university. ‘
Yalpanam: A land that whispers its culture
In this episode of Loafer’s Diary we explored the traditional Hindu lifestyles, cuisine and places of attraction in the Jaffna District. We took the
Traditional Yal Cuisine: Dosai and How It’s Made
When it comes to traditional cuisine, Jaffna stands out as a popular destination that has its own unique range of different specialties. While on our
Floreat Live in Concert
Floreat Live in Concert, a musical extravaganza to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Royal College Union kicked off in style at the Nelum Pokuna
Sri Lanka and her Lavish Cars
While Sri Lanka has quite an expansive collection of automobiles, it does seem to have quite a lot of fancy cars in its arsenal too. From Porsches, Ja
Sri Lanka and Classic Cars
When you say Sri Lanka, what your mind may picture is tropical sunsets, coconuts, monkeys, and not the vibrant expanse of classic cars available in th
Divorce Laws in Sri Lanka
Love, affection, mutual understanding and the family unit is a highly respected concept in the Asian culture. But in various instances this unit is br
LOVI Ceylon on Fashionably, Danu
This week, I feature a brand which has become the talk of the town - LOVI, a simple concept with a huge fashion impact. People from all ages seem to l
Valentine’s Day: The Singles Edition
The holiday of love is back - this means having to put up with an abundance of red decor, sappy songs, and mushy quotes on Facebook. Which is all well
Tips on winning over the school haters
The first few days of school were a breeze. You were organized, the kids were excited and many cherished family moments were instragrammed when your h
Ways to get your children to have a ‘balanced breakfast’
School mornings are a busy time in any household. Suddenly there are a million things to attend to - from packing school lunches to finding matching s
Why should I keep my skin well-hydrated?
It’s not merely an old wives’ tale that “healthy skin is well-hydrated skin”. Every day you step out into a minefield of germs, bacteria, dirt
Helpful tips on screen time for kids
From T.Vs and computers to tabs and IPADS, a child’s world today revolves around being fixated on a screen. With the holidays in full swing, most pa
8 traffic violations on Lankan roads you may not know of
Driving in Sri Lanka can be more than a little tricky. While we know some of the main offenses and fines, there are a few smaller ones you may not hav
Motivational tips on preparing children for BIG SCHOOL
For many children, the transition from nursery to
5 gadgets you need in your home
Here’s a list of the top 5 gadgets you need in your house that will help you run it without breaking a sweat.
Steps to keep your children safe at the school gate
Every parent worries about the wellbeing of their child when he/she is away from home. Even if they are within the safety of the school premises, ther
