Cannes 2025 A Celebration of Cinema, Culture, and Couture
The 78th Cannes Film Festival, running from May 13 to 24, 2025, has once again transformed the French Riviera into a global stage for cinematic excellence and fashion grandeur. This year’s festival has been marked by powerful film premieres, poignant cultural statements, and dazzling red carpet appearances.
Skinification of Everything When Skincare Becomes a Full-Body Ritual
In a world increasingly driven by self-awareness, science-backed wellness, and the influence of social media beauty rituals, skincare is no longer just skin-deep. Enter the era of “skinification of everything” a growing trend where skincare principles, ingredients, and routines are expanding beyond the face to include hair, body, scalp, and even nails. Once niche, now mainstream, skinification is redefining the global beauty narrative by treating
The Invisible Architecture of Love: Fate, Destiny, Soul Ties, and Karmic Bonds
Some moments in life feel too precise, too poetic, to be accidental. A stranger becomes your whole world in a heartbeat. A goodbye feels more like a death than a departure. Sometimes, the right person arrives at the wrong time; yet leaves you forever changed. We name these experiences: fate, destiny, soul ties, karmic relationships, not to understand them, but to survive them. These concepts offer a spiritual structure to the chaos of human conne
Azim Ousman Launches First Systemized Music Studio Website,
Offering the First-Ever Opportunity for Hip-Hop Producers to Sell Beats
The Hidden Meaning Behind the Saree Colours Worn by Tamil Brides
Weddings are often a reflection of cultural traditions passed down for generations and in Tamil Hindu culture every ritual every flower and every thread carries meaning. One of the most visually stunning aspects of a Tamil wedding is the bride’s saree. While the world may admire the elegance and grace of a traditionally dressed Tamil bride few pause to consider why certain colors are chosen for this important moment. In reality the color of the b
Alpha Blondy Live in Sri Lanka
Spotted: At the Alpha Blondy Live in Sri Lanka official press conference and ticket launch! Hosted by Big Blast Events and EarGear Productions, the event gave fans and media an exciting preview of the vibrant energy Alpha Blondy is set to bring to the stage. The countdown has officially begun to witness the reggae legend live in action. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable musical experience. For tickets and more information, c
The Politics of Pretty Why Femininity Is a Radical Act in 2025
In a world that has long equated femininity with fragility and softness with submission, a quiet revolution is taking place. It is wearing bows, florals, and unapologetically pink. In 2025, the
Khloé Kardashian’s Khloud Popcorn and the Protein Craze Taking Over Our Diets
From protein chips to protein cereal, and now even protein popcorn, the grocery aisles are overflowing with high-protein promises. The latest hype is “Khloud” by Khloé Kardashian, a popcorn snack boasting 7g of
The Sovereign Behemoth War Elephants and the Theatre of Medieval Lankan Kingship
Of all the instruments of war and pageantry at the command of the Sinhalese kings, there was none so formidable, so revered, nor so symbolically potent as the elephant.
Bolivia’s Mirror to the Sky The Surreal Beauty of Salar de Uyuni
There are few places on Earth where the boundary between heaven and ground completely disappears where you feel like you’ve stepped into another planet, another dimension, another
Why Can’t We See Both Sides of the Story? There’s a quiet violence in silence
A brutality in pretending that these stories; Amshika’s, Charith’s, Dr. Shafie’s, are exceptions rather than symptoms. We like neat narratives. The hero, the villain, the tragic victim. But real life in Sri Lanka,
New Generation Awards 2025
Spotted: At the launch of the New Generation Awards 2025 by Women in Management, Sri Lanka
Inside the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Trial Cassie Ventura’s Harrowing Testimony and the Fall of a Music Mogul
Combs faces an array of serious federal charges, including sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation for the purpose of prostitution. Federal prosecutors allege that Combs exploited his stature in the entertainment industry to groom and abuse young women, coercing them into drug-fuelled sex acts, known in his inner circle as “freak-offs.” These events, according to testimony, often included male escorts and were reportedly recorded or wit
Bite-Sized Mindfulness Why it Doesn’t Need to Take All Day!
So, you’re running late for a meeting, and you’ve spilt coffee down your shirt. You’re working on 5 concurrent projects and they’re all due tomorrow; you hardly have time to eat or sleep and- someone wants you to meditate about it!? No chance.
The Dark Psychology of Online Hate and Why You Should Keep Going
There’s a certain species on the internet. You’ll recognize them immediately. They usually operate from TikTok profiles with usernames like
Intentional Living in Kyoto
Kyoto has an air of mystery. Once the imperial capital of Japan, much of Kyoto’s pre-war architecture still exists as it was spared from the large-scale destruction of World War II. You might feel as though you’ve slipped through time as you weave through tight alleyways lined by wooden (machiya) townhouses and pass girls wearing kimonos. After spending a few days under Tokyo’s neon glow and non-stop movement, Kyoto’s gentler pace will be a welco
Five Pillars of Long-Term Health
Are you finding it hard to stay consistent with your training because it’s leaving you feeling depleted without much progress? You maybe grinding hard at the gym but are you recovering smart? Remember your body becomes stronger at rest not during exercise.
Walk to Equality
A night of empowerment and elegance, Walk to Equality lit up the Oak Room at Cinnamon Grand Colombo on the 19th of May 2025. Organised by Former Mrs. World Caroline Jurie in collaboration with The Walk Model Academy, the event championed inclusivity and self-expression under the powerful theme Life Without Labels. The runway celebrated beauty in all its forms; across ability, gender, and identity, welcoming a diverse lineup of models. With strong
The Royals
Netflix’s latest Indian original, The Royals, is a sumptuous blend of opulence, romance, and modern-day ambition, offering viewers an indulgent escape into a world where tradition meets
Double Trouble or Double Blessing? The Psychology Behind Being a TWIN
Growing up as a twin is often described as a once-in-a-lifetime experience, something rich with shared memories, mirrored lives, and an emotional bond so deep that outsiders can struggle to
Chathurika Wickramasinghe The Voice of a Woman Driving Tech Forward Managing Director, Adventa Holdings
In the ever-evolving landscape of global technology, Chathurika Wickramasinghe stands out as a force of innovation, inclusivity, and resilience. As the Managing Director and Co-Founder of
THE GLOBALISATION OF INDIFFERENCE WHO PAYS THE PRICE?
In 2013, Pope Francis warned the world of a crisis, far more subtle and far more dangerous, than war, poverty, or disease, which he referred to as “the globalisation of indifference” - a slow turning away of
Meditation 24/7 It’s not just a Morning Routine Anymore
My podcast Wellness Curated, and this article bring to you a new eye-opener. Meditation is not something you have to “do,” it is something you can live.
HAK IT with Sakshi Chabbra Mittal welcomes Kanjo founder Sophia Parvizi-Wayne
Sakshi Chabbra Mittal, the visionary founder and CEO of FoodHak, is on a mission to transform the way we think about health and longevity through food. Formerly a biotech investor at SoftBank Vision Fund,
50th Anniversary of London Grill Cinnamon Grand, Colombo
An unforgettable evening unfolded at Cinnamon Grand Colombo as London Grill marked 50 years of culinary legacy on 15th May 2025. Guests were treated to an exquisite menu curated by world-renowned Chef Philip Davenport, celebrating global flavours perfectly paired
Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni
In a saga more dramatic than any film script, the bitter legal feud between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, co-stars and collaborators of the film ‘It Ends With Us’ has escalated into a full-blown courtroom spectacle.
Healing is the New Glow-Up But What Comes After?
There was a time when the phrase “glow-up” meant a full physical transformation, clearer skin, shinier hair, a closet overhaul, and a radiant smile that whispered, “Look at me now.”
What Does Your Watch Say About You?
In an era dominated by smartphones and digital notifications, the humble wristwatch might seem like a relic from a bygone era.
The Taylor Swift Eras
In a world where most pop stars reinvent themselves to stay relevant, Taylor Swift has done something far more radical: she’s turned transformation into an identity.
Rainy Day Comfort Foods You’ll Love
There’s something magical about rainy days. The sound of raindrops, the cool breeze, and the smell of wet earth make everything feel calm and cozy.
