A Joyous Diwali Celebration of Lights
The Indian Cultural Association (ICA), in collaboration with the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre of the High Commission of India, hosted a vibrant Diwali Celebration at the Waters Edge Hotel, Battaramulla. The
The Aga Khan Music Awards 2025 Bring Centuries of Sound to London’s Southbank
In November 2025, as the fog settles over London’s Southbank, a different kind of resonance will take over the air. The Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, and the Purcell Room will host an event that stretches far beyond performance: the Aga Khan Music Awards (AKMA), returning for its third edition and marking its first appearance in London.
Calorie Counter Celebrates 10 Years with the “Live Strong Sri Lanka: Festival of Health & Fitness 2025”
Sri Lanka’s first and only health food restaurant chain, Calorie Counter, proudly marks a decade of empowering healthier lifestyles this month, celebrating ten transformative years of clean eating, fitness, and holistic wellness. To commemorate this remarkable milestone, Calorie Counter is hosting the “Live Strong Sri Lanka: Festival of Health & Fitness 2025”, a powerful one-day celebration of movement, health, and community. The event will take
Women in Management Celebrates 15 Years with the Women MSME Awards 2025 Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Across Sri Lanka’s Nine Provinces
Marking a remarkable milestone in its 15-year journey of empowering women across Sri Lanka and beyond, Women in Management (WIM) hosted the inaugural Women MSME Awards 2025 on 7th October 2025 at Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo. The event celebrated and recognized 40 exceptional women-led Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) representing all nine provinces of Sri Lanka, as well as enterprises contributing to national, export, and international
DUDE (2025)
Dude (2025) is a Tamil romantic action comedy directed and written by Keerthiswaran in his directorial debut. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, this film marks the studio’s second venture in Tamil cinema. The movie features Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju in the lead roles, alongside an impressive supporting cast including R. Sarathkumar, Hridhu Haroon, Rohini, Aishwarya Sharma, and Neha Shetty. With music by Sai Abhyankkar, cinematography b
ISLAND SPICE MEETS SEOUL HEAT COOKBOOK AUTHOR AND CHEF TASHA MARIKKAR AT THE ROYAL EXCHANGE
This October, beneath the elegant arches of London’s Royal Exchange, a rare and compelling gastronomic event unfolds. On Saturday, 25th October 2025, from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m., the historic venue plays host to The Jang Supper Club, a one-night-only culinary collaboration between two chefs:
Bar Association of Sri Lanka Celebrates 50 Years with a Grand Golden Jubilee Ball
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka marked a significant milestone with the celebration of its Golden Jubilee Ball, commemorating 50 years of excellence and service to the legal fraternity. The grand event, themed “A Night at Ceaser’s Palace”, was held on the 17th of October 2025 at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo.
Portia Jayamaha Deputy Chief Finance Officer, Corniche Hospital UAE
With over 27 years of experience across finance, strategy, and leadership, Portia Jayamaha has built a career defined by resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning. From her early days in Sri Lanka to
ECHOES OF CONSCIENCE, PART II MANDELA AND LEGACY
In tracing the moral lineage of non-violent resistance, one finds a remarkable thread that winds its way from the railways of Pietermaritzburg to the streets of Montgomery, and finally, to the prisons of Robben
The Sound of Salt at Sugar Beach Where the City Pauses by the Sea
There is something quietly aesthetic about hearing a train cut across the beach just as the sun slips into the Indian Ocean. The sound is not intrusive; it is grounding. It reminds you that even paradise exists
Cleopatra The Timeless Queen of Egypt
Few names in history evoke as much intrigue, power, and allure as Cleopatra. She is remembered not just as the last pharaoh of Ancient Egypt, but as a woman whose intelligence, charisma, and political acumen
Pamukkale The Cotton Castle of Turkey
There are places that seem to belong not to this Earth, but to dreams. Landscapes so ethereal that they make you question what’s real. Nestled in southwestern Turkey, in the Denizli Province, lies one such
A Dazzling Celebration of Lights at the Colind Diwali Ball 2025
The COLIND Diwali Ball 2025 was a grand celebration of culture, elegance, and togetherness, held at the Taj Samudra Colombo. Organized by the COLIND Group, the evening radiated the true spirit of Diwali with
Dhanteras: The Auspicious Prelude to Diwali.
Dhanteras, also known as Dhanatrayodashi, marks the beginning of the five-day festival of Diwali, one of the most significant and widely celebrated events in the Hindu calendar. Observed on the thirteenth day (Trayodashi Tithi) of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the month of Kartik, Dhanteras sets the tone for the festivities that follow. It is a day steeped in mythology, symbolism, and ritual, celebrating both material prosperit
Coming Home to the Body: Why Identity Matters in Weight Management
Whenever I hear people talk about weight, the conversation almost always circles back to diets, exercise, and discipline. But the more I’ve explored this on The Wellness Algorithm, in the episode How to Lose Weight Without Losing Your Mind, the more I’ve realised that those are only pieces of a bigger picture.
The Dark Side of Cancel Culture: How Public Shaming Silences Growth and Damages Reputations.
In the age of social media, outrage has become a sport. A single tweet, a resurfaced video, or an ill-phrased comment can ignite a firestorm, setting in motion what has come to be known as cancel culture, a form of public shaming that often results in professional ruin, social ostracism, and emotional devastation. While its defenders argue that “cancelling” holds people accountable, its detractors insist it promotes mob justice
Caramelo (2025)
Caramelo (2025) is a touching Brazilian drama film directed by Diego Freitas, released on Netflix on October 8, 2025. The film beautifully blends elements of drama, comedy, and family emotions to tell a story that feels both personal and universal. It follows the journey of a young chef whose life takes an unexpected turn after a difficult diagnosis, and how a stray dog helps him find hope and purpose again. At its core, Caramelo is about resilie
Admirably Artistic: Senuri Perera, Co-Founder, Ammiro
Senuri Perera never sees herself as a traditional designer. Instead, she is a curator of feeling and function, creating clothes rooted in simplicity and real life - pieces that let you feel like yourself, but a little more elevated. Her approach to design mirrors her approach to life, what she calls Beautiful Chaos, trusting that everything happens for a reason, even when it doesn’t make sense in the moment. Optimistic,
AIS Annual Fashion Show Showcases Student Talent and Style
The Asian International School recently held its much-anticipated annual fashion show at the Taj Samudra Colombo. Organized by the outgoing students, the event was a vibrant display of creativity, confidence, and teamwork.
The Stories That Bind Us
From ancient myth to modern cinema, the same universal story continues to unfold. What Joseph Campbell called “the hero’s journey” is not only found in books and films, but also in the lives we live and the stories we tell in Sri Lanka and beyond.
What the World’s Talking About: Fashion That’s Finally Growing Up
This week the fashion world handed us a neat little exam: are we going to treat clothes like magic disposable things, or like the small, expensive decisions they actually are? From Paris runways to new industry clubs in Europe, the headlines are all nudging the same idea, less waste, more care. For those of us in Sri Lanka who love fabric, craft and story, these changes are both a nudge and an invitation.
Kosh Hewage
Fame Game welcomed a truly exceptional guest this week, Kosh Hewage, a name that resonates with fashion innovation, pageantry excellence, and talent management in Sri Lanka and beyond. Renowned for his distinctive style, visionary approach, and dynamic leadership within the modeling and pageant industry, Kosh shared a rare glimpse into his multifaceted world. He spoke about managing an extensive roster of models, overseeing international pageants
Prince Andrew’s Relinquishment of Royal Titles: The Monarchy’s Moment of Reckoning
In one of the most consequential moves in modern royal history, Prince Andrew, the Queen’s second son, has agreed to stop using his peerage titles and honours, including the title Duke of York. The decision follows renewed public scrutiny and private discussions with King Charles III. Buckingham Palace confirmed the change on 17 October 2025, describing it as a step intended to protect the integrity of the monarchy and draw a definitive line unde
In Conversation with Faraz Khan MBE: What COP30 Really Means for Sri Lanka | Part One
You’ve been involved in sustainability long before it became a global buzzword. What first drew you to this field, and how has your definition of sustainability evolved over the years?I believe my sustainability journey began with a desire to solve real-world problems I witnessed early in my career. Working as a banker in Pakistan, and then decades in impact investment through one of the first indigenous impact funds and ecosystem developer
A Beautiful Fusion of Cultures: Sean and Daniella’s Wedding Celebration
Sean Mara and Daniella celebrated their wedding in a memorable event filled with love, joy, and cultural harmony. The groom, of Sri Lankan heritage, and the bride, from a Chaldean background, combined their traditions to create a wedding that honored both cultures.
The Romanticization of Killers, Criminals and Its Consequences
In recent decades, society’s fascination with murderers, serial killers, and other criminals has gone beyond horror and shock. They have become characters in pop culture, often glamorized, romanticized, fetishized, or made into objects of fascination. Ted Bundy, Richard Ramirez (“The Night Stalker”), Jeffrey Dahmer, all are infamous not only for their crimes but also for having a large number of admirers, fans, and even romantic relationships cre
Silk Café Resto by Gees
Tucked away on Kirula Road, Silk Café Resto by Gees is a refreshing new gem in Colombo’s dining scene, a place where elegance meets comfort, and where every dish tells a story of craftsmanship and care. The moment you step inside, the world outside seems to slow down. The calming palette, warm lighting, and inviting layout together create an atmosphere that feels like a stylish escape from the city’s chaos. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick
When Tea Meets Tension Watawala Advertisement That Stirred a Nation
For decades, Watawala Tea has been a household name in Sri Lanka. Its golden packets and warm family-oriented commercials have been associated with comfort, tradition, and national pride. Few brands occupy the emotional space that Watawala does in the Sri Lankan imagination. It is the tea that sits on breakfast tables from Jaffna to Galle, the tea offered to guests, the tea that evokes home. Which is why the storm that brewed this October around
Art in Circulation
At 41 Horton Place, A familiar circle of generosity begins again. From the 17th to the 19th of October, the third edition of the A4A (Artists for Artists) Production Fund Annual Fundraiser opens its doors an annual celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the enduring spirit of artists lifting one another.
The Woman in Cabin 10
Netflix’s latest psychological thriller The Woman in Cabin 10 opens with promise: a glamorous yacht, a stormy night, a journalist who swears she’s seen a woman thrown overboard, and an atmosphere thick with dread. Directed by Simon Stone and adapted from Ruth Ware’s bestselling novel, the film positions itself as a stylish mystery in the mould of Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train. Starring Keira Knightley as Laura “Lo” Blacklock, a travel write
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