The Story Behind Sri Lanka’s Independence Day
Independence Day is one of the most meaningful national occasions in Sri Lanka, observed each year on 4 February.
Living Healthy, Fighting Cancer: How Everyday Choices Can Lower Your Risk
Cancer is one of the world’s most widespread health challenges, touching millions of lives every year.
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Sri Lanka’s relationship with electronic music has been uneven. For years, it appeared in pockets rather than structures.
A legacy of 125 years
Moments from the School Day celebrations at St. Bridget’s Convent on 2nd February 2026, marking the inauguration of our 125th Jubilee year
Melania A Carefully Curated Portrait of Power Image and Silence
The documentary film Melania released worldwide in January 2026 arrived with extraordinary anticipation and unprecedented financial backing. Centred on the current First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, the film promised rare access, personal insight, and an intimate portrayal of one of the most enigmatic figures in modern American political life. Instead, its global debut has ignited fierce debate, not only about its subject but about t
Beyond February 14th: The Everyday Magic of Love
Every year, as February 14th approaches, the world suddenly turns pink and red. Shops overflow with heart-shaped chocolates, teddy bears hold tiny love notes, restaurants advertise candlelit dinners, and social media feeds become a highlight reel of couples showing off bouquets and surprise gifts. Valentine’s Day feels like a global reminder that love exists, and while that’s beautiful, it also raises an important question: why do we limit celebr
Parenting Guilt: When It Helps and When It Holds Us Back
Parenting guilt has a way of creeping into almost every corner of daily life. Whether it’s about not spending enough time with our children, losing our patience, working too much, resting too little, or comparing ourselves to other parents, guilt often feels like an unavoidable companion in modern parenting.
THE SUSTAINABILITY MYTH WE ALL BOUGHT INTO AND WHAT ACTUALLY HELPS NOW
For the past decade, fashion sold us a comforting story. That we could keep shopping, as long as we chose better. Better fabrics. Better labels. Better intentions.
The Thyroid Problem We Keep Missing
The thyroid is one of the smallest organs in the human body, yet its influence reaches almost every system that keeps us alive and functioning. Shaped like a butterfly and located at the base of the neck, this modest gland plays a central role in regulating metabolism, energy production, heart rate, body temperature, digestion, reproductive health, and cognitive function. It produces two key hormones, thyroxine and triiodothyronine, which act as
Buddhi Batiks Unveils New Men’s Wear Collection
Buddhi Batiks successfully launched its latest Men’s Wear Collection at its One Galle Face Mall outlet, marking a significant milestone for the brand. The event showcased a refined range of men’s apparel that blends traditional batik artistry with contemporary design, reflecting Buddhi Batiks’ commitment to craftsmanship and modern aesthetics.
The Great Shame of Nalanda College
By the time a school becomes a punchline, something far larger than a scandal has already taken root. The recent controversy surrounding Nalanda College in Colombo has been discussed endlessly across social media, WhatsApp groups, and dinner tables. Videos have circulated.
Some Things Can’t Be Saved The Harsh Reality We Have To Accept
There comes a point where effort stops feeling productive and starts feeling heavy. You try to hold things together, wait for improvement, and invest more than you should have, yet nothing really changes. The same patterns repeat. Promises lose meaning. That is usually when the realization sinks in that some things just can’t be saved. Not every relationship, situation, or dynamic is meant to survive, no matter how much you care or try. This is d
Built or Broken
“Social media can build you or break you; it is up to you to let it build you.” This simple sentence holds a powerful truth in today’s digital world. For many of us, social media has become a daily habit, sometimes even the first thing we check in the morning and the last thing we see at night. It connects us with friends, news, inspiration, and opportunities. At the same time, it can create pressure, comparison, anxiety, and self-doubt. The diff
From Batik to the World Stage Sonali Dharmawardena’s London Moment
In a week dominated by conversations about the future of fashion, Sonali Dharmawardena’s work stood apart for its quiet authority. There was no spectacle and no trend chasing. Instead, there was batik, hand process, and a depth of storytelling rarely afforded space within contemporary fashion education.
East Meets West at the Royal Academy of Arts, London
The Royal Academy of Arts has long served as a bridge between artistic traditions from across the globe, but with The Story of South Asian Art: Mrinalini Mukherjee and Her Circle, the institution directs its focus more intentionally toward South Asian creativity, reframing modernism as a truly global phenomenon. The exhibition explores the roots of the Indian modernist art movement while challenging the dominant Euro-centric narrative that has lo
ITC Ratnadipa Welcomes Bukhara Maestro Chef J.P. Singh for Father Son Culinary Showcase at Peshawri
ITC Ratnadipa, Colombo, is set to host a landmark culinary showcase celebrating heritage, mastery, and the timeless spirit of North Indian frontier cuisine from 23 January to 1 February 2026.
MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK SRILANKA 2026
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka (MBFWSL) has officially announced the dates for its 2026 edition, set to take place from 7–11 October 2026 at the iconic Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams in Colombo. With this announcement, the country’s premier fashion platform once again extends an open invitation to the global fashion community; welcoming the world home to Sri Lanka for a week that celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and contemporary desig
Geoffrey Bawa Trust Launches Geoffrey Bawa Trust Launches
The event underscored the Geoffrey Bawa Trust’s ongoing commitment to promoting eco-conscious architectural practices and advancing design philosophies that emphasise harmony between the built environment and nature. The launch of the Moonamal Award reflects a continued effort to honour Geoffrey Bawa’s legacy while encouraging sustainable and climate-responsive architecture in Sri Lanka.
WHEN “VIRAL” BECOMES PERMANENT DAMAGE A NO BS MARKETER’S TAKE ON THE NALANDA HEAD PREFECT SAGA
Let’s call it what it is. The Nalanda head prefect situation has split public reaction right down the middle. One side is stunned into silence. The other is doing that deeply uncomfortable half laugh half admiration
Two Decades of Commitment Samutthāna’s Role in Strengthening Mental Health Care in Sri Lanka
Over the past twenty years, the conversation around mental health in Sri Lanka has undergone a quiet but significant transformation. Once largely confined to private spaces and burdened by stigma,
Raising Boys to Respect Women and Ending a Culture That Punishes ‘Her’ Instead of Holding ‘Him’ Accountable
Teaching boys to respect women must begin early because beliefs formed in childhood do not soften with time. They harden. They are normalised. They are defended by culture, tradition, and silence. For
World Leprosy Day 2026 and the Fight That Went Beyond Medicine
World Leprosy Day was observed on Sunday, 25 January 2026, once again drawing global attention to a disease many believe belongs to the past. Marked annually on the last Sunday of January, the day served
THE FALDO SERIES Leadership Perspectives from RCGC, DFCC Bank, and Partners on the Future of the Sport
In collaboration with the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) and DFCC Bank, the Faldo Series was held in January 2026, welcoming young golfers from several countries across Asia and the UAE. The three-day
A First Look at Local Imagination
An exclusive preview exhibition celebrating contemporary local artistry, this showcase brings together 17 original paintings by artist S. A. Sarath. The collection explores imagination, colour, and emotion through
Victoria Beckham and France’s cultural embrace of fashion.
In a moment that underscored fashion’s standing as a serious cultural force, Victoria Beckham has been awarded one of France’s most prestigious honours, the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. The recognition, bestowed by the French Ministry of Culture, places the British designer and former pop star among an international group of artists and cultural figures who have made a significant contribution to the arts and to the global influence of French c
You don’t need new clothes, you just need the right accessories
There was a time when an outfit had to do everything. It had to carry the entire mood on its own. The silhouette had to be perfect. The colour story had to be deliberate. The fabric had to speak. The look had to arrive fully formed, as though the clothes themselves were the final message. If you wanted to feel new, you bought something new. If you wanted to feel confident, you found a new dress. If you wanted to feel relevant, you followed whatev
The Return of More: Why Maximalism Is Design’s New State of Mind.
Minimalism once felt like the ultimate luxury. Clean lines, hushed palettes, and disciplined restraint promised a life uncluttered by excess; visual or emotional. For years, fashion and interiors alike subscribed to the idea that less was not only more, but better. But now, the tide has turned. Maximalism, bold, layered, expressive, and deeply personal, is back, and it’s rewriting the rules of style.
Bored at Home? Maybe It’s Time to Start a Journal
Hi. If you are sitting at home right now, feeling restless and slightly stuck, you are not alone. Maybe you have already checked your phone a hundred times. Maybe you have opened every app, refreshed every feed, watched short videos until they all blur together, and still somehow ended up feeling like the day is stretching out in a strange, shapeless way. Sometimes boredom is not just about having nothing to do. Sometimes it is your mind quietly
Beyond the Economic Crisis: Nutrition Insecurity Among Sri Lanka’s Women and Children.
Across Sri Lanka, many women and children are quietly facing hunger and malnutrition. Rising food prices, poor diet, and lack of access to nutritious meals are leaving vulnerable families at risk, often without anyone noticing. As the nation emerges from its worst economic crisis in decades, the scars run deeper than empty wallets; they run through empty stomachs and malnourished bodies.
Australia Day 2026 Celebrated in Colombo
The Australian High Commission in Sri Lanka hosted a reception in Colombo to mark Australia Day 2026, bringing together invited guests to celebrate Australia’s national day and the strong ties between Australia and Sri Lanka. The event was hosted by the High Commissioner for Australia, Mr. Matthew Duckworth, along with Mrs. Tanya Duckworth, in a cordial and formal setting.
