The Roots of Jealousy
Jealousy is one of those emotions everyone pretends they’re above until it hits them unexpectedly. It’s messy, loud, and sometimes humiliating. One minute you’re fine, minding your business, and the next you’re spiraling because your partner liked someone else’s post, or your friend achieved something you’ve secretly been craving for years. It’s wild how jealousy can make you feel both irrational and painfully self-aware at the same time. But jea
In Conversation CHANTAL KHOUEIRY CHIEF CULTURE OFFICER, THE BICESTER COLLECTION
I first met Chantal Khoueiry, Chief Culture Officer of The Bicester Collection, when I was invited to join the jury for the Unlock Her Future Prize 2025, which focused on South Asia. From that very first encounter, it was evident that Chantal is a leader who views culture not as a corporate formality but as a living force that shapes behaviour, inspires people and defines how a brand shows up in the world.
Island Market’s Festive Edition Brings Community Creativity and Compassion Together at Colombo Town Hall
The Island Market, a beloved community-driven platform dedicated to uplifting small businesses and local entrepreneurs, is set to host its special Town Hall Festive Edition on 6th December 2025 at the Colombo Town Hall Car Park premises. What began as a simple initiative during the height of the COVID pandemic has now flourished into one of Sri Lanka’s most impactful grassroots marketplaces, offering not only commercial opportunities but also emp
Sunera Foundation Marks 25 Years with a Musical Celebration
The Sunera Foundation commemorated its 25th anniversary with a special musical evening held at the Lionel Wendt Memorial Theatre on 3rd December 2025. The event featured an inspiring performance by renowned artists Rohan de Silva and Sujeeva Hapugalle, who captivated the audience with a blend of classical and contemporary music. The celebration brought together long-standing supporters, well-wishers, and members of the arts community, reflecting
Healing From People Who Never Even Apologised
There’s a special kind of pain that comes from being hurt by someone who walks away as if nothing happened. No explanations. No conversation. No apology. Just silence, the kind that echoes louder than any argument ever could. Most people talk about heartbreak, betrayal, or disappointment. But no one really talks about how confusing it is to heal from something you never got closure for. How do you let go of something that was never acknowledged i
Dialog Axiata’s Sandra De Zoysa Named Among the “Top 40 Future of CX Leaders 2026”
Sandra De Zoysa, Group Chief Customer Officer of Dialog Axiata PLC and Managing Director of Dialog Business Services has been recognised as one of the “Top 40 Future of CX Leaders 2026” by the prestigious CX Network. The honour highlights her longstanding contribution to shaping the future of Customer Experience and her role as a visionary within the global CX landscape.
Kandy Kings Launch Marks a New Chapter for Sri Lankan Golf
Sri Lanka’s golfing landscape marked an important milestone with the official launch of the Kandy Kings, one of the newest franchises in the highly anticipated Ceylon Golf League.
FRANKENSTEIN: AMBITION, RESPONSIBILITY, AND THE MAKING OF MONSTERS
In the summer of 1816, an eighteen-year-old Mary Shelley sat by Lake Geneva alongside Lord Byron, Percy Shelley, and John Polidori to take part in a playful ghost-story competition among friends, little knowing she would ignite one of the most enduring works of English literature: Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus. By the time Mary Shelley was nineteen, the draft was complete. When the novel finally appeared in print in 1818, she was only tw
Thank you, you did great! Sri Lanka’s Week of Fury: Reflections on a Nation Under Water
What began as scattered heavy showers across the island soon escalated into one of the most devastating weeks of extreme weather Sri Lanka has faced in recent years. Each day brought new tragedy, every report added more districts to the growing map of destruction, and the weight of the unfolding disaster felt heavier than the floodwaters that swallowed homes, roads, and entire communities. Cyclone Ditwah, gathering strength offshore, intensified
Grand Canyon National Park, USA
There are places on Earth that feel less like destinations and more like revelations. The Grand Canyon is one of them. It is not simply a landscape; it is a living manuscript, a silent epic carved by time, water, and the breath of the planet itself.
Champagne Problems
Champagne Problems is a 2025 American romantic comedy directed by Mark Steven Johnson and starring Minka Kelly. The film was released on Netflix on November 19, 2025, and tells a cozy, festive story set in the charming city of Paris. Unlike many Christmas movies that are set in New York or Chicago, this film gives viewers a refreshing European backdrop, making the holiday setting feel extra magical. With its lighthearted romance, engaging perform
Law College ’92 Batch Marks 30 Years of Friendship and Fellowship
The Law College ’92 Batch marked a significant milestone as members gathered to celebrate their 30th Anniversary at a special event held on November 22. The evening brought together colleagues and long-time friends, creating a warm atmosphere filled with nostalgia, camaraderie, and shared memories.
Building Bridges Across Borders MR Rangaswami | Founder, Indiaspora
I first met M.R. Rangaswami at a Diwali Dinner hosted by Indiaspora at the House of Commons in London, where leaders from across sectors gathered to celebrate the growing global influence of the Indian diaspora. Warm, articulate, and brimming with quiet conviction, MR spoke passionately about community and connection. A few weeks later, we met again, this time over lunch at Maison Estelle in Mayfair, where our conversation flowed easily from Sili
The Myth of Being ‘Eco-Friendly’ Just Because You Buy Local
For years, Sri Lankan consumers have been told that “buying local” is the ethical choice, almost a shortcut to sustainability. We hear it everywhere: support local designers, buy from homegrown brands, keep money within the country. And yes, supporting local creativity is important. Empowering artisans matters. Keeping craft traditions alive is a form of cultural sustainability. But somewhere along the way, “local” became synonymous with “eco-fri
Inside Prague’s Forum Media 25: Where the Battle for Truth Begins
The last week of November, Prague, a city whose beauty is matched only by its sense of history played host to the 25th anniversary of the Foreign Media Forum, one of Europe’s most respected gatherings for strategic communications, political messaging, and media scholarship. It was my first time attending this long-running conference, and indeed my first time in the Czech capital. Yet from the moment I arrived, it was immediately clear why this ev
Smriti Mandhana’s Comeback is on Everyone’s Mind
There was a moment not too long ago when the internet seemed to glow with a kind of quiet happiness. It happened when Smriti Mandhana, the serene and graceful face of Indian women’s cricket, and Palash Muchhal, the young composer with an instinctive ability to turn emotions into melody, were seen together. Their worlds could not have been more different. One lived amidst stadiums, strategy, grit and national expectation, while the other lived ins
Audacious Acidic Artistry
“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” is a saying that is passed around, referenced, and re-referenced from time immemorial. It is true, there are those of us who can see, find, and “behold” beauty wherever we lay our eyes. This is nothing to do with perfection, but in seeing and finding that which pleases the “beholder’s” eyes. On the flip side there are also those who only see flaws, the negative, the unattractive in whatever or whoever they s
Lady Hilton Christmas Get-Together
A festive evening filled with music, laughter, and holiday cheer! Guests came dressed in vibrant red, enjoyed a lively sing-along with Clifford Richard, and celebrated the magic of the season with a joyful crowd
Yaara by Nadee: A New Chapter of Mindful Elegance Blooms in Colombo
On the 15th of November 2025, Colombo’s fashion scene welcomed a graceful new beginning with the opening of the first Yaara by Nadee boutique. Located at the Shirohana Store on Dudley Senanayake Mawatha, Colombo 08, the boutique marked a meaningful milestone for founder Nadee Kurukulasuriya, who has long dreamed of creating clothing that feels personal, comforting, and beautifully simple.
The HALO Trust: Clearing Paths, Rebuilding Lives In Conversation | James Cowan, CEO and Farzana Baduel, Trustee.
For nearly four decades, The HALO Trust has stood as a beacon of hope in the aftermath of war, restoring safety, dignity, and opportunity to communities once devastated by conflict. Founded in 1988, HALO began with a simple mission: to remove landmines that continue to kill and maim long after the guns fall silent. Today, that mission has evolved to meet shifting frontlines of danger, from Afghanistan to Ukraine, from Angola to Sri Lanka, whereve
What Is Nano Banana by Gemini?
Nano Banana is an artificial intelligence image generation and editing model created by Google DeepMind and released through the Gemini ecosystem. It is the public name for the technology known internally as Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, which became available in August 2025. The model allows users to create entirely new images using written prompts or to transform existing photographs with simple instructions. Its arrival marked an important step in b
PetVet Celebrates 29 Years of Service Excellence
On 30th November, PetVet marks 29 years of service excellence in providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Established in 1996 by Dr Nalinika Obeyesekere, Dr Janaki Collure, and Dr Vipuli Kulasekera, PetVet has grown from a small clinic into Sri Lanka’s leading premier veterinary hospital. Over nearly three decades, it has become a beacon of compassion, excellence, and innovation in the local veterinary sector.
A Life Woven with Culture, Family, and Food.
I come from a multicultural background. My father’s parents were from the South, from Akmeemana in the Galle district, while my mother’s side of the family came from Hendala and Dehiwala. My maternal grandfather was a successful actor back in the day, and his home was always full of fans and people who came to visit him. Although his living room had sofas, he preferred laying cushions on the floor and sitting around a coffee table to end his day
A Christmas Carol Musical Lights Up the Lionel Wendt
A Christmas Carol – A New Musical by Jehan Aloysius brought festive charm to the Lionel Wendt Theatre, offering audiences a heartfelt retelling of the timeless holiday classic. The production featured enchanting performances, expressive music, and graceful staging, creating a warm and memorable evening for theatre lovers.
We Are a Resilient Island. We Will Rise Again.
Sri Lanka is grieving. In the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, as floodwaters begin to withdraw and the earth settles after devastating landslides, the scale of loss is becoming painfully clear. Homes have vanished under water. Hillsides have collapsed. Thousands have been displaced. And far too many lives have been lost, including that of a courageous Air Force pilot who died in a helicopter crash during a rescue mission. His final act was to save o
THE PRICE OF EMOTIONAL AVOIDANCE
We live in a world that encourages distraction. When sadness creeps in, we scroll. When anger bubbles up, we swallow it. When heartbreak threatens to push us off balance, we drown in work, food, friends or silence.
AmCham Sri Lanka and The Sun (Daily Mirror) to Host Farzana Baduel for Strategic Communications Forum.
The American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (AmCham SL), in collaboration with The Sun (Daily Mirror), is proud to announce an expert-led forum titled “Narrating Sri Lanka’s Story: How Strategic Communications Can Fuel Investment, Talent and Global Partnerships.” The event will be held on 15 December 2025, from 10.00 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. at the Taj Colombo, followed by networking and refreshments. As Sri Lanka continues its journey toward sustain
The Body Shop Marks 10 Years in Sri Lanka with a New Flagship Boutique at One Galle Face
Celebrating 10 successful years in Sri Lanka, British-born and globally-loved ethical beauty brand The Body Shop has unveiled its newest boutique at the prestigious One Galle Face Mall, marking a significant milestone in its local journey. This special launch was accompanied by an exclusive festive preview, offering customers an immersive glimpse into the brand’s upcoming collections and renewed commitment to conscious beauty. Since its entry int
Women in Management A Global Sisterhood of Leadership
Women in Management, known globally as WIM, began its journey in Sri Lanka with a clear purpose. It sought to uplift, empower and connect women across professions, communities and continents. Today,
Rewriting Rules: Nonita Kalra On Power Purpose And The Stories That Shape Us
I initially connected with Nonita Kalra through an introduction via a mutual friend. Our first exchange was a brief phone call while she waited to board a flight at Heathrow Airport, en route to Delhi for Diwali in
