Friends to Foes Why Human Bonds Can Break So Easily
Friendship is one of the most treasured human experiences. We lean on our friends in times of joy and grief, trusting them with secrets, celebrating milestones, and finding solace in their companionship.
Why Do We as Humans Rejoice in Another’s Misery?
Few aspects of human nature are as paradoxical and unsettling as the quiet, or sometimes open, pleasure we derive from another’s downfall.
Divide Expands Colombo’s Coffee Icon Finds a New Home in Nawam Mawatha
Colombo’s coffee culture has been steadily growing over the past decade, with boutique cafés, artisanal blends, and matcha rituals carving out a vibrant lifestyle trend among city dwellers. At the heart of this movement is Divide, the iconic coffee and matcha spot that first rose to fame on Ward Place. Now, in a move that marks both growth and reinvention, Divide has expanded to a brand-new location at Nawam Mawatha, bringing its signature energy
Hemas Outreach Foundation Opens First Piyawara Preschool in Sri Lanka’s Plantation Sector
The Hemas Outreach Foundation, a pioneer in early childhood development, has expanded its flagship Piyawara initiative with the opening of its first preschool in the plantation sector at Pedro Estate, Nuwara Eliya. The new facility, established in collaboration with the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) and Kelani Valley Plantations, will provide 50 children from plantation worker families with access to quality early childhood care and e
Women in Management Celebrates 15 Years of Empowerment and Global Connections
When Women in Management (WIM) was first founded in Colombo, fifteen years ago, it was the seed of an idea, a movement that sought to recognize the immense but often overlooked contributions of women in professional, entrepreneurial, and community spaces. What began as a Sri Lankan initiative under the vision of its founder and chairperson, Dr. Sulochana Segera, has since grown into a global platform that connects, empowers, and elevates women ac
Wijeya Newspapers Limited Win Top Honours at Diamond Excellence Awards 2025
Wijeya Newspapers Limited (WNL) cemented its place as a leader in digital journalism at the Diamond Excellence Awards 2025, held on August 17 at the historic Galle Face Hotel, Colombo. The event, which
SEASON TWO EPISODE ONE SAKSHI CHHABRA MITTAL IN CONVERSATION WITH SHIVANI PAU
In the latest episode of the Hak It podcast, host Sakshi Chhabra Mittal, Founder and CEO of FoodHak, sits down with Shivani Pau, the powerhouse behind A Millennial Mind podcast, TEDx Speaker, and Founder of
Violence Against Women and Children in South Asia A 2025 Overview
Violence against women and children remains one of South Asia’s most persistent and devastating human rights violations. Despite growing awareness, legal reforms, and grassroots activism, 2025 has seen a troubling rise in reported incidents, from sexual assaults and trafficking to femicide and state-enabled repression. Socioeconomic instability, patriarchal norms, weak legal enforcement, and climate-induced pressures have compounded the crisis.
From Jaffna to Colombo Sri Lanka’s Youth and the Global Stage on International Youth Day 2025
Each year, on 12 August, the world observes International Youth Day (IYD), a day to spotlight the challenges, energy, and transformative potential of young people.
SeconD Hand Chic
Fast fashion may still dominate the high street, but the winds of change are unmistakable. In a world increasingly aware of climate change, overconsumption, and the need for conscious living, pre-loved fashion is stepping confidently into the spotlight.
My Oxford Year (2025) : A Charming But Familiar Romantic Journey in the Halls of Oxford
Netflix’s My Oxford Year, directed by Iain Morris and based on Julia Whelan’s bestselling 2018 novel, is a romantic drama that explores ambition, love, and self-discovery against the picturesque backdrop of Oxford University.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer sets his ultimatum UK to recognise Palestinian state in September
On 29 July 2025, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced a major shift in British foreign policy. Unless Israel takes decisive action to ease the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, halts any plans for annexation, and recommits to a two-state solution, the United Kingdom will formally recognise a Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly in September.
The Price of Survival in Gaza Soaring Costs of Food and Essential Items Amid Blockade
In Gaza the cost of survival has soared beyond imagination. Families face astronomical prices for basic food water fuel and medicine. The economy has collapsed under a tight blockade and insecurity. With
Why Are We Uncomfortable Watching Two People Kiss on Screen?
It is a scene as old as cinema itself. Two people fall in love, emotions build, and they kiss. In most parts of the world, this is an unremarkable moment, a storytelling device as ordinary as a monologue or a song.
IORA Championing the Enduring Beauty of Block Print in Contemporary Fashion
In a world that’s constantly evolving, certain traditions remain quintessentially timeless, like slipping into a breezy, beautiful, comfortable, hand-block print garment, the perfect choice for the
The Healing Brew Different Teas and Their Health Benefits
Tea, one of the world’s oldest and most beloved beverages, has been cherished for its flavour, aroma, and therapeutic properties for centuries. From ancient Chinese medicine to British afternoon tea rituals, this
Did Shah Rukh Khan Really Get Injured on the Set of King? Untangling Rumours and Reality
Over the past week, Bollywood fans across the world have been caught in a storm of speculation surrounding Shah Rukh Khan
Is LinkedIn the New Dating App?
Once strictly a digital space for professional networking, LinkedIn now finds itself at an unexpected crossroads.
And Just Like That (2025) The Legacy of Sex and the City Rewritten Once More
When Sex and the City first aired in 1998, it changed the way women, friendships, and relationships were portrayed on television.
ColdplayGate When a Kiss Cam Moment Shook the Tech Executive World
On the night of July 16, 2025, at a Coldplay concert held at Boston’s Gillette Stadium, a seemingly innocuous Kiss Cam segment triggered a firestorm. A video clip quickly went viral showing Andy Byron, CEO of data‑analytics firm Astronomer, in an intimate embrace with Kristin Cabot, the company’s Head of HR. As the Jumbotron focused on them, Cabot gasped and covered her face; Byron ducked behind a seat in a moment captured and shared millions of
