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.
IN CONVERSATION WITH NILMINI ROELENS LLM SOLICITOR ROELENS SOLICITORS UK WAYS TO WORK IN THE UK
For decades, the United Kingdom has remained a key destination for Sri Lankans seeking professional advancement, international exposure and globally recognised qualifications. Despite growing
Why Female Bodies Are Genetically More Complex The Science Behind X-Inactivation
At the most fundamental level of human biology, sex differences begin with chromosomes. Females typically carry two X chromosomes, while males carry one X and one Y. On the surface, this distinction
IN CONVERSATION ZAHARA ANSARY Country Head Cambridge University Press and Assessments Sri Lanka and The Maldives
In an era where leadership demands both agility and authenticity, Zahara Ansary stands out as a rare blend of strategic thinker, purpose driven leader, and passionate advocate for education and equity. Her
Less Is the New Luxury Why Simplicity Is the New Status Symbol
For decades, status followed a familiar and unmistakable script. It was loud, visible, and designed to be recognized instantly. Expensive cars parked in long driveways, oversized homes filled with designer
Outgrowing relationship you once prayed for
There is a particular kind of heartbreak that does not arrive with slammed doors or final goodbyes. It does not announce itself through betrayal or cruelty. It settles in quietly, almost gently, as a realization you try to
Rhythm Alliances Opens with Celebratory Evening at Radicle Gallery
The ninth edition of Colomboscope, titled Rhythm Alliances, marked its opening with a vibrant evening programme held at Radicle Gallery, Colombo. The event formed part of the festival’s opening day tours
WOMEN DON’T LACK AMBITION; THEY LACK A LEVEL PLAYING FIELD
When women build their careers, it rarely happens under spotlights or inside boardrooms. It happens in the margins of the day.
Retail Therapy: How Fashion Trained Our Brains to Buy, Throw, Repeat
For decades, we have casually used the phrase retail therapy, a light-hearted justification for impulsive shopping sprees, emotional purchases, and moments of self-soothing at the checkout counter.
WHO IS LAILA CUNNINGHAM: THE NEWEST SOCIAL MEDIA VIRAL STAR!
Laila Cunningham is one of Reform UK’s fastest rising and most polarising figures, a politician whose biography and rhetoric collide in ways that have made her a headline magnet in the first weeks of 2026.
The Desi Girl Effect From Aunties’ Sarees to Viral Combos
If you’re South Asian, you’ve probably been told off for wearing a crop top at least once. “Why is your stomach showing?” “Cover up.
