Chasing The Rush
Risk has a strange pull. It is the reason someone drives too fast on an empty highway, experiments with substances, or stands at the edge of a cliff just to feel something. There is a thrill in pushing limits, a sensation that hits the body and mind in a way nothing else does. That sensation, the adrenaline rush, is both exhilarating and dangerous. Adrenaline, or epinephrine, is a hormone designed for survival. It prepares the body for immediate
The Red String Theory: An Invisible Bond That Transcends Time.
In a world driven by logic, technology, and carefully planned futures, the idea that destiny quietly shapes our most meaningful relationships can feel both comforting and magical. The Red String Theory sometimes called the Red Thread of Fate is one such belief that has fascinated generations. It proposes that an invisible red thread connects individuals who are meant to meet, regardless of time, distance, or circumstance. Though rooted in East As
The Arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor: A Historic Moment for the British Monarchy.
On the 19th of February 2026, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of Britain’s King Charles III and a once-prominent figure in the British royal family, was arrested by police in a move that has reverberated across the United Kingdom and around the world. The former prince was taken into custody on ‘suspicion of misconduct in public office,’ marking the first time in modern history that a senior member of the royal family has been arr
Beyond Leopard: The Rise of “Bambi,” Zebra and Dalmatian Prints
For decades, animal print in fashion meant one thing: leopard. Bold, glamorous, slightly dangerous, and unmistakably statement-making, leopard print has long symbolised a particular kind of confidence. It evoked nightlife in the early 2000s, power dressing in the 1980s, and more recently, the hyper-feminine excess of the “mob wife” aesthetic that dominated social media feeds. Leopard was never subtle. It was designed to be seen, to command attent
Wuthering Heights 2026 Is a Beautifully Made Storm of Desire and Damage!
Emerald Fennell’s 2026 adaptation of Wuthering Heights arrives with the weight of expectation and controversy already built into its DNA. Emily Brontë’s novel has resisted definitive screen translation for decades, partly because its violence of feeling and moral ambiguity are so deeply tied to its strange narrative structure and its bleak, elemental setting. Fennell approaches the material not as a dutiful period dramatist but as a provocateur w
Silent Strokes Showcases Contemporary Voices in Art
Art enthusiasts gathered for Silent Strokes – The Noise of Paintings, a compelling group exhibition hosted at Radicle Art Gallery. The exhibition brought together a diverse group of emerging and established artists, offering visitors an opportunity to experience a rich collection of contemporary works that explored emotion, expression, and visual storytelling.
Hoppers Opens in Shoreditch: A New Decade of Discovery Where Sri Lanka Meets South India.
Ten years on from the opening of its cult Soho original, Hoppers has arrived in East London with the launch of Hoppers Shoreditch, its fourth London restaurant and the start of a new chapter for one of
Jayaflava: A Love Letter to Sri Lanka in Six Dishes.
For decades, Sri Lanka has been sold to the world through postcard images of palm-fringed beaches and colonial-era charm. But beneath the glossy travel brochures lies a far more complex,
What Every Child Wishes Parents Knew: The Secret Language of Milestones
There’s a moment every parent waits for; that first wobbly step. The camera comes out, the grandparents are called, and we celebrate like our child just won an Olympic gold medal. And we
A Toast to Death: Beneath the Veneer of Polished Society
When was the last time we looked closely at the airiest of aristocratic conversations and paid attention to the babble about culture, stability, propriety, and asked whether what was being celebrated was
Trek4Ceylon 2026 High Tea Highlights Upcoming Charity Trek
A special high tea was held in support of Trek4Ceylon 2026, organised by Ride for Ceylon, bringing together supporters ahead of this year’s charity trek scheduled from February 10–14. The gathering
How Women in Art Fair Is Redefining Visibility in the Art World. In Conversation with Jacqueline Harvey, Founder Women in Art Fair
As conversations around equity in the arts grow louder, meaningful structural change remains slow. Despite decades of progress, women artists continue to face disparities in representation, visibility and market value across galleries, auctions and institutional collections. Against this backdrop, Women in Art Fair has emerged as a vital platform working to rebalance the scales by creating tangible opportunities for women artists within the comme
Ash Wednesday: The Gentle Start of a Spiritual Reset
Ash Wednesday always arrives quietly. There’s no countdown, no decorations in the streets, no loud music announcing it. Yet for many Christians around the world, it marks the beginning of one of the most reflective seasons of the year. It’s the day that gently reminds people to pause, look inward, and begin again. Falling at the start of Lent, Ash Wednesday opens a forty-day journey of reflection, prayer, and often sacrifice. The number forty its
The MMDA Reform is Not an Attack on Islam
I have watched this fight for most of my adult life. I have watched Muslim women beg for dignity and be told to wait. I have watched men invoke God to justify cruelty. And I am done pretending this is a ’’complex debate.’’
Machu Picchu
There are destinations in the world that people visit for relaxation, others for adventure, and a rare few that completely transform the way we think about history and nature. Machu Picchu, hidden high in the Andes Mountains of Peru, belongs to that final category. It is not merely a famous landmark or a tourist attraction it is an emotional experience, a living museum, and a breathtaking encounter with the past all at once. Often referred to as
The Spectrum, the Spot
A spectrum suggests range. It implies measurable variation, a gradual shift between distinguishable states. In physics, it is light refracted into visible color. In psychology, it is temperament distributed across gradients of intensity. In biology, it is development unfolding through stages. A spectrum promises direction and difference. I
Valentine’s Day Celebration Brings Together an Evening of Love and Cheer
A special Valentine’s Day celebration was recently held in Colombo, bringing together guests for an evening dedicated to love, friendship, and happiness. The event featured a warm and festive atmosphere, with attendees enjoying the occasion in keeping with the red and black dress theme.
Finding Picasso in Barcelona A Personal Journey Through Art and Emotion
The museum is set inside a group of old townhouses, and nothing about it feels showy or overwhelming. There is no dramatic entrance and no pressure to rush. You move from room to room slowly, almost
KALA POLA 2026: SELLING COMFORT - IS CONSISTENCY KILLING CREATIVITY?
Kala Pola 2026 unfolded on the 8th of February along Green Path with a quiet confidence that comes only from longevity. Stretching further than ever before, with stalls extending into the
IN CONVERSATION WITH MAYANTHI FERNANDO
From the sunlit shores of Negombo to leadership roles within globally recognized airline brands, Mayanthi Fernando’s career reflects a journey shaped by curiosity, discipline, and
ASH WEDNESDAY
Ash Wednesday and Lent are among the most meaningful periods in the Christian calendar, inviting believers into a season of reflection, repentance and renewal. While the visible mark of ashes on the
Order My Steps II Soul Sounds with an Evening of Hope, Excellence and Inspiration.
Sri Lanka’s premier female vocal ensemble, Soul Sounds, is set to return to the iconic Lionel Wendt Theatre on the 21st of February 2026 at 7.30pm with its much-anticipated concert, Order My Steps II - A
The Epstein Files Didn’t Just Expose Peter Mandelson. They Exposed What We’ve Been Calling Leadership.
There is a particular kind of vertigo that sets in when the people we were taught to trust turn out to have been unworthy of it all along. The release of more than three million pages of Epstein-related files by the United States Department of Justice has produced exactly that sensation, not just in America, but with seismic force across the Atlantic, where it has engulfed the British government, rattled the monarchy, and triggered the most ser
What Yesterday’s Craft Can Teach Tomorrow’s Fashion
The fashion industry often frames sustainability as a new frontier, a recent innovation born from climate anxiety, consumer pressure and glossy brand campaigns. But sustainability in fashion is not new. It is ancient, embedded in cultural knowledge systems, craftsmanship and ways of living that existed long before sustainability became a marketing buzzword. Across centuries and continents, communities have designed clothing rooted in longevity, m
In Conversation with Dilrukshi Kurukulasuriya Chief Human Resources Officer, Diesel and Motor Engineering PLC
Before I speak of titles, accolades, or corporate milestones, there is something deeply personal and quietly powerful about this conversation. Some journeys feel destined long before we recognize them as such, and for me, this interview carries the weight of legacy in the most literal sense. Dilrukshi Kurukulasuriya and I share more than admiration across generations; we were shaped by the same alma mater, Hillwood College Kandy and we both serve
When Nervous System Feels Overloaded, Turn to Ancient Wisdom
For a long time, I thought nervous system overload was simply another word for stress. Something to manage better. Something that came with modern life. What I understand now is that it’s not just mental pressure or tiredness. It’s the body losing its sense of internal safety. That understanding deepened during my conversation with Dr. Clint Rogers, a researcher, Siddha-Veda practitioner, and author of Ancient Secrets of a Master Healer. What sta
What Happens to the Brain During Long-Term Isolation
Human beings are neurologically wired for connection. Social interaction is not merely a psychological preference it is a biological necessity. When isolation becomes prolonged, the brain does not remain unchanged. Research over the past several decades has shown that long-term social isolation can alter brain structure, stress responses, cognition, and emotional regulation in measurable ways.
Ramadhan: The Ultimate Discipline Reset-Strengthening Body, Mind & Spirit
When you eat a meal, surplus glucose (sugar) is stored in the liver and muscles as glycogen. In the early stages of fasting, the body uses these glycogen stores for energy. As these stores deplete, the body transitions into fat metabolism, breaking down stored fat to create alternative energy. In prolonged fasting scenarios, the body may eventually break down muscle protein to create glucose. However, during Ramadhan, this stage is highly unlikel
Launch of Hob Nails to Spikes by Ranjit Fernando
The official launch of the book Hob Nails to Spikes by renowned sports personality Ranjit Fernando was held recently at the Grand Ballroom of the Galle Face Hotel.
