Dimuthu Sahabandu, Fashion and Textile Designer
Behind the structured silhouettes and statement glamour lies a remarkably quiet designer - for Dimuthu Sahabandu, the designer and person are one. He never imagined “fashion designer” could be a career. Art was something he enjoyed; a hobby never taken seriously. Those early years taught him to take life one thing at a time, a mindset that still shapes his work and approach. He keeps a quiet life, built on balance, never too high, never too low,
A Memorable Silver Jubilee for GOPIO Sri Lanka
The Global Organisation of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) Sri Lanka celebrated its 25th anniversary with a grand Silver Jubilee event held at the Taj Marquee, Colombo. The evening brought together dignitaries, members, and well-wishers to mark the milestone in fostering friendship and cultural exchange between India and Sri Lanka.
The History of Halloween From Scary Spirits to Sexy Scares
Every October, the world slips into the strange, dazzling chaos of Halloween, a night where ghosts, witches, and vampires rub shoulders with angels, fairies, and pop culture icons. It’s spooky season! But behind the pumpkin spiced lattes, “slutty” costumes, and Instagram-perfect décor lies a holiday with ancient roots, strange twists, and global interpretations that say a lot about how we humans deal with fear, fantasy, and fun. Let’s take a litt
Tactile Temptations The Fabrics and Colours Defining Winter 2025
If last winter whispered quiet luxury, this one explores something deeper, a sense of sensual depth. Designers have turned fabric into a language of emotion, using texture to express strength, vulnerability, or the simple need for comfort. Clothes are no longer just seen; they are felt, both physically and emotionally.
Project T Redefining Postpartum Fitness for Modern Mothers Featuring Tiron Wickramasinghe
Tiron Wickramasinghe is a respected personal coach in Sri Lanka, with over a decade of experience in one-to-one fitness training. As the founder of Project T, he has guided clients through individualized programs that prioritize strength, balance, and sustainable results. His coaching philosophy emphasizes progression, consistency, and holistic wellbeing, ensuring clients achieve not only physical transformation but also renewed confidence and re
Every Girl Deserves a Safe Tomorrow Protect adolescent girls from intimate partner violence worldwide from intimate partner violence world wide
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is often described as a hidden crisis, yet, for millions of adolescent girls across the globe, it is an everyday reality. Recent analyses from international organizations including UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO) reveal a disturbing truth: around one in five girls aged 15–19 worldwide have faced recent intimate partner violence. When focusing on girls who have ever been in a relationship, the numbers
When British Vogue Asked “Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?”
In her British Vogue piece “Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?”, writer and activist Chante Joseph examines a fascinating social shift: the collective recoil from what she calls “Boyfriend Land,” an era when a woman’s social currency was often tied to her romantic attachments. Joseph’s essay succeeds because it does what good cultural writing should, it observes the absurdity of the present with irony and introspection. Beneath the humour li
“Terra Nullius” Showcases the Creative Vision of Priyantha Udagedara
Art enthusiasts gathered at the Radicle Art Gallery in Colombo for the opening night of “Terra Nullius,” a solo exhibition by renowned artist Priyantha Udagedara. The event was held in the elegant setting of the De Mel Building on Chatham Street and drew an appreciative audience of collectors, art lovers, and well-known personalities from the creative community.
Daughters of the Nation Celebrating 15 Years of Empowerment through Real Stories of Sri Lankan Women
In celebration of fifteen years of empowering women and transforming communities, Women in Management (WIM) has unveiled Daughters of the Nation, a remarkable book authored by Dr. Sulochana
DATA WITH A SOUL WHAT AI CHANGED IN MY WELLNESS (AND WHAT STILL NEEDS HUMANS)
Whenever people talk about AI in health, the focus goes to apps, gadgets and tracking. But the more I have explored this on The Wellness Algorithm, especially in the AI Wellness Revolution episode, the more I
In the Eyes of Others, We Find Ourselves
We spend much of our lives trying to “find ourselves,” as if our identity is hidden somewhere deep within. Yet, much of who we believe we are is quietly shaped by how others see us or how we think they see us.
Steph Curry’s Wife Won’t Embarrassing Him
By any measure, Stephen Curry is one of the greatest basketball players in history. A two-time NBA Most Valuable Player, four-time NBA Champion, and the man widely credited with revolutionizing the modern
Gone Before Goodbye
When Reese Witherspoon announced she was co-writing a thriller with Harlan Coben, the literary world raised its collective eyebrow; and then, its glass. Witherspoon, the Oscar-winning actor, producer, and
A Memorable Reunion of the Visakha Vidyalaya O/L 1975 Batch
The Visakha Vidyalaya O/L 1975 batch gathered for a grand reunion at Shangri-La Colombo, celebrating decades of enduring friendship and cherished memories. The evening was filled with laughter, joy, and
Naushaly de Livera: Weaving Comfort, Culture, and Elegance into Every Home
For two decades, Naushaly de Livera, founder of Cozy Linen, has been redefining the art of home comfort in Sri Lanka. What began as a passion project born from her love of fabrics, colour, and design has evolved into one of Colombo’s most admired home interior brands. Cozy Linen stands as a symbol of warmth and refined living, where craftsmanship meets creativity and where heritage blends beautifully with modern design. With a career that began i
Grimentz - The Quiet Alpine Treasure of Switzerland
High in the Val d’Anniviers, tucked gently into the cradle of the Swiss Alps, lies a village that seems to have been lovingly preserved by time. Grimentz, a settlement of wooden chalets, stone pathways, and window boxes overflowing with scarlet geraniums, does not shout for attention. It does not need to. And perhaps that is its greatest charm it is a place that reveals its beauty slowly, warmly, and sincerely, to anyone willing to wander through
Leather Collection Presents: A Celebration of Fashion and Craftsmanship
Leather Collection, one of Sri Lanka’s most trusted names in luxury retail for over three decades, is set to host a designer pop-up on the 31st of October and 1st of November at its flagship store on Flower Road, Colombo 7. This special two-day event will bring together three of the region’s most sought-after designers: Kaveri Lalchand of ByKaveri, Indu Abbot of NAZAR by Indu, and Charini Suriyage of CHARINI. The showcase will offer fashion enthu
Lovers, Traitors, and the Fall of Polonnaruwa: Scandal and Succession in a Medieval Kingdom
Polonnaruwa dazzled in its prime. Its reservoirs glittered like inland seas, its Buddhas stood serene in stone, and its kings styled themselves as both protectors of Buddhism and masters of conquest. Yet within a century of Parākramabāhu I’s death in 1186, the city had fallen into ruin. The jungle crept over palaces, irrigation tanks silted, and the kingdom fractured into rival courts. The decline was not the work of foreign enemies alone. Behind
The Diplomat Season 3 Review: Power, Paranoia and the Price of Ambition
Season 3 of The Diplomat opens with the kind of political intensity and emotional complexity that has made the series one of Netflix’s most compelling dramas. After the explosive events of the previous season, this new chapter throws Ambassador Kate Wyler (Keri Russell) into the most treacherous phase of her career yet. The story expands beyond London’s corridors of diplomacy to Washington’s inner sanctums of power, forcing Kate to navigate not o
Mahanama College OBA Hosts Spectacular “Footloose Dinner Dance 2025”
The Mahanama College Old Boys’ Association (OBA) hosted an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and fellowship at the Footloose Dinner Dance 2025, held on 18th October 2025 at the Waters Edge Grand Ballroom.
Arunnia Vimalendran Director, Business Operations, Unie Arts (Pvt) Ltd
In a world where pixels dominate screens and digital noise often drowns out the tangible, the art of print still holds its quiet power, a permanence inked in purpose, patience, and precision. Few embody this spirit
ECHOES OF CONSCIENCE, PART III THE MORAL COMPASS OF OUR AGE
History remembers its great reformers not only for what they opposed, but for what they proposed: a vision of humanity anchored in conscience. Gandhi, King, and Mandela each challenged the injustices of their
The Sound of Coexistence How AKMA is Preserving Musical Traditions Across the Wider Subcontinent
In South Asia, music has always been more than melody. It is memory, lineage, and the story of coexistence itself. Across the subcontinent, rhythms and ragas have moved more freely than borders ever
Downton Abbey The Grand Finale A Farewell Fit for Royalty
After fifteen years of refined drama, whispered scandal, and the quiet elegance of English aristocracy, the Crawley family returns to the silver screen for one final bow. Downton Abbey:
Sri Lanka’s Strategic Moment at WTM London 2025 Why the Island Must Be There
When the doors open at ExCeL London from 4 to 6 November 2025 for the World Travel Market London, the event will be far more than another trade show. It will be a global junction at which destinations, travel-
A Millinery Celebration The Head Is Yours, So Is The Story
A graceful afternoon celebrating creativity, compassion, and confidence took place at the Lounge & Bar in Hilton Colombo on 10th October 2025, with “A Millinery Celebration – The Head Is Yours, So Is The Story”.
The Morning Show Season 4 Review: Power, Image, and the Art of Reinvention
Apple TV+’s ‘The Morning Show’ has always been a mirror, sometimes warped, sometimes dazzling, reflecting the chaos of modern media.
Strings of Imagination: How Puppetry Speaks to Every Child
In a beautiful EYFS preschool, sunlight streamed through the bright curtains, illuminating a corner where laughter and curiosity met creativity.
Renad: The Little Gaza Chef Who Cooked Her Way to the World’s Heart.
In a corner of the internet once dominated by influencers selling spotless kitchens and perfect recipes, an eleven-year-old girl from Gaza began posting her own kind of cooking videos.
Circularity: Closing the Loop without Losing the Story
Fashion has always been about what’s next, the next season, the next collection, the next trend. But in the race for “new,” we’ve created a system that treats clothes as disposable.
