How The Internet Ruined Attention Span
Let me paint you a picture. It’s 11:53 PM. You’re in bed, your phone is at 7%, and you’ve convinced yourself that watching just one more reel will help you fall asleep. Fast forward to 1:47 AM, and not only are you still awake, but you’ve accidentally liked a reel from 2021 while deep stalking someone who makes Dalgona coffee in slow motion. You quickly unsave it, ashamed but committed, before continuing your scroll into oblivion.
Why Are Sri Lankan Kids Raised to Obey, Not Think?
In Sri Lanka, brilliance is measured in grades, not ideas. From the first day of school, students are thrust into a system that prizes obedience over curiosity, silence over expression, and
What If We Taught Boys to Be Safe Instead of Telling Girls to Be Scared?
This isn’t just a youth issue. Grown men need to unlearn toxic masculinity too. The uncle who stares too long. The boss who makes inappropriate jokes.
TEDx Colombo 2025 Brings ‘MADness’ to Life A Stage for the Bold, the Brave, and the Brilliantly Unreasonable
There’s a magic that happens when you gather nearly a thousand people under one roof, each hungry for fresh ideas, daring visions, and stories that shake the very ground beneath your feet. On Sunday, June 1st, the iconic Nelum Pokuna Theatre was exactly that kind of magic factory. For the 15th edition of TEDxColombo, the theme was ‘MADness.’ This year’s theme wasn’t about chaos just for the sake of it. It was about celebrating the kind of thinkin
The Blue Economy
As the world marks World Oceans Day, attention is increasingly turning to the concept of the “Blue Economy” - a model of sustainable ocean use that aims to harness the economic potential
Clean & Green
In a heartfelt effort to promote environmental stewardship and inspire meaningful collective action, the Clean & Green community service project was proudly organized by the Community Service Avenue of the Rotaract Club of University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC).
From Sri Lanka to the Global Stage Tharindu’s Journey to International Success
In an era where overnight success stories and social media stardom dominate headlines, Tharindu Gamwara stands apart. A Sri Lankan-born finance professional; Managing Director at JP Morgan UK, his journey is not one of instant triumphs or viral moments, it is a quiet, resolute march built on discipline, humility, and unwavering purpose. Leaving the familiarity of home for the rigors of life abroad, Tharindu faced challenges that tested his resili
Breaking the Period Taboo
Let’s Talk About the Bleeding Obvious. No, seriously, let’s talk about it. Periods. Menstruation. That “time of the month.” Call it what you want, half the world goes through it, but we still speak about it in hushed tones, like it’s a secret too scandalous for polite company.
Virat Kohli Bids Farewell to Test Cricket
Kohli’s retirement hits harder because he wasn’t just a brilliant player, he was also a vocal advocate for Test cricket at a time when the format is under constant threat from shorter formats and commercial pressures.
Absolute Success is Luck Relative Success is Hard Work
When we see someone hit the jackpot, whether it’s a tech billionaire, an Olympic champion, or a bestselling author, we tend to marvel at their success.
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.
A Love Letter to You
Yes- you. The one thumbing through these pages, maybe out of boredom, maybe out of burnout. Maybe just looking for something real in a world of group chats, ghosted texts, and microwave dinners. Whatever brought you here, we’re glad you came.
Memes, Reels, and Virtual Heals
In a world where mental health struggles often go unnoticed and the cost of therapy continues to rise, it’s no surprise that more and more people, especially Gen Z and Millennials, are turning to
The BANNED Feast Forbidden Foods That Still Tempt the World
Food isn’t just fuel. It’s culture, identity, memory, and sometimes, scandal. As global cuisine becomes more accessible, you might be surprised to learn that some dishes are deemed too dangerous, too unethical, or
What Happened to Skype?
Skype’s inception in Tallinn, Estonia, marked the beginning of a new era in digital communication. By 2005, it had already reached 50 million registered users
The Hilarious Truth About Living with CATS
We’ve all experienced it, the moment when your cat gives you that judgmental stare, like they know all your secrets and are quietly plotting world domination.
