Janik Jayasuriya

Today on the Buzz I speak to a young entrepreneur, who took up the most challenging time in our country to make a new place in the world of consumer demand

Keep yourself and your loved ones safe during this rainy season

The rainy season can be beautiful, bringing life to the environment and making everything cosy, and yet, it can also be treacherous as it can lead to many hazards such as flooding, landslides, road accidents, electricity accidents and cause high risk to the living.

Bears or Bros? Social Media Ignites Conversation on Women’s Safety

Imagine yourself lost in the woods. Panic sets in, but then you see another figure in the distance. Relief washes over you... until you realise it’s either a man or a bear. A recent viral trend on TikTok has ignited a fascinating debate: in this terrifying scenario, who would you rather encounter?

After O/Ls –What Next?

A good education is vital today. Whilst many students opt to go to university or do other tertiary educational courses, there are others who choose to do courses that are perhaps less formal but still stand them in good stead and provide them with good employment opportunities.

ART EXHIBITION Lil’ Artists

The Lil’ Artists School for Art presented its maiden exhibition at the Lionel Wendt in Colombo recently. The display featured a vibrant and eclectic collection of pieces created by the students and Founder of Lil’ Artists —Sarah Hussain.Trained by the renowned artist Gamini Ratnavira, Sarah went on to establish her own school in order to provide a creative and expressive space where children and adults alike, can develop their artistic skills

Trains Railways and Stations in Sri Lanka

A ferroequinologist is someone who is recreationally interested in trains, and there are all kinds of them. There are people who appreciate looking at and travelling on trains and others who are more interested in the engines. There are train museums and transport museums. The one in Colombo has been in the planning for decades. It would support the much needed drive for more tourists visiting Colombo.

Blooming Breakfast Resto Bar & Café

Nestled in the heart of Colombo, is the all-new Blooming Breakfast Resto bar and café, poised to becoming the city’s go-to spot for round-the-clock dining. Blooming Breakfast, open 24 hours, is located at the Independence Arcade (Bauddhaloka Mawatha).

Burger Hangover

The timing couldn’t be more perfect for Burger Hangover’s debut. With the recent closure of a popular fast-food spot, the burger scene has a void that needs filling. Burger Hangover steps in with a promise to up the ante, offering a fresh, vibrant alternative that already has the community buzzing.

Salmonellosis

Salmonellosis is an illness caused by ingesting the bacteria Salmonella. It is the most common type of foodborne illness resulting in infective gastroenteritis.

From Frustration to Feeding Freedom Dr Bharathi Baranage Transforming Breastfeeding Support

Breastfeeding is often portrayed as a blissful bonding experience, but for many new mothers, it’s a challenging journey filled with unanswered questions and self-doubt. Dr. Bharathi Baranage understands this struggle all too well. Her own breastfeeding experience fuelled a passion to empower mothers and revolutionise support systems.

Back to Stage A Collaboration of Schools, Talent, and Generations

‘Back to Stage,’ an ode to over a hundred years of partnership between Bishop’s College Colombo and S. Thomas’ College Mount Lavinia, was successfully held on the 17th and 18th of May 2024 at the Bishop’s College Auditorium.

A Celebration of Art and Legacy of Jayantha Premachandra

This May, Sri Lanka commemorates the life and work of one of its most distinguished artists, Jayantha Premachandra. A retrospective exhibition, book launch, and charity auction are planned to reignite appreciation for Premachandra’s artistry.

A Beginner’s Guide Staying Safe Online

You’re relaxing at home, curled up on the couch with your phone in hand. You’re not taking pictures, not video chatting with friends. You’re simply engrossed in the latest news article. Yet, in the background, the tiny camera lens on your phone remains active. Is it capturing stray images? Recording snippets of audio? The answer, depending on your device and settings, could be a yes.

Dinara Punchihewa Featured in Forbes 30 under 30

Sri Lankan actress Dinara Punchihewa has achieved a significant milestone by being included in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 list. This recognition highlights her exceptional talent and influence in the entertainment industry, placing her among the most promising young leaders and innovators from around the world. Her inclusion underscores not only her personal achievements but also the growing global impact of Sri Lankan talent.

OUT OF THE BOX Sensory Indulgence

Ask a group of people what they do for a living today and no two answers are the same. That’s the beauty of the job market in this millennium – new opportunities, new careers and a brand-new idea of what success can look like and from where. In this segment, we explore the stories of those who stepped off the beaten paths of conventional careers to take a gamble on the roads less travelled, delving into their experiences to ask the big question –

Things to consider Before Applying to Foreign Universities

Many students today choose to pursue their university education overseas – apart from obtaining an internationally recognised qualification the exposure you get widens your horizons. However, it is a decision that must be considered carefully and with much thought and preparation.

ESCAPE Stories Of Survivors

Today on the Buzz I speak to the team who has put together this amazing project ESCAPE - STORIES OF SURVIVORS which will showcase some very dark and painful real stories to give light to what’s really happening around us.

Using Art to Ignite Innovation and Empower Lives - Aruni Wijegunawardene

Aruni Wijegunawardene, an artist and art teacher, isn’t just passionate about inspiring students to unleash their creativity and hone their artistic skills. She recognises the transformative power of art in unexpected places. In this piece, we’ll delve into Aruni’s artistic journey and explore how her approach bridges the gap between the arts and various industries.

Pradeepanjalee XVIII Professor Pradeep Ratnayake set to enthral music lovers

Professor Pradeep Ratnayake and his renowned Pradeepanjalee series returns to the Lionel Wendt stage on 21st May 2024 after a hiatus. Experience a fusion of classical and innovative music, blending Eastern and Western traditions, featuring internationally-acclaimed musicians. This eighteenth installment promises to be a captivating journey, showcasing the best of Sri Lankan folk, Hindustani classical, Jazz, and Blues. Don’t miss this extraordinar

Honouring Mothers

Honouring Mothers: A Special Event at Christian Reformed Church, Bambalapitiya - All are welcome As Mother’s Day approaches, hearts turn to the cherished women who have nurtured and guided us throughout our lives. This year, on May 12th at 5 PM, the Christian Reformed Church in Bambalapitiya invites all to join in a heartwarming celebration to honour mothers, both present and past.

The Good Samaritan

Irrespective of who or what you believe or have done in your life I do hope you have experienced a Good Samaritan or been one. Many people will have different names for the unknown person who has come to their rescue, given them a meal, perhaps helped them get back on the road, assisted someone in danger or lost, or ultimately saved a life.

The Importance of Good Nutrition

People with healthy eating patterns live longer and are at lower risk of serious health problems. Good nutrition means that your body gets all the nutrients, vitamins and minerals it needs to work at its best. We had a chat with Dr. Manoji Gamage, Consultant Nutrition Physician, at the Nutrition Division / Castle Street Hospital for Women/NINDT.

‘Devon Rest’ Kandy’s newest City Hotel

Some travellers prefer to stay at a hotel within the city limits, but some prefer to enjoy the tranquility by the countryside. It is rare to have a hotel in the city limits with an absolute calm and peaceful environment. The newest addition to Kandy’s fast growing hospitality industry, ‘Devon Resort’ is the perfect haven for those with time to explore Kandyan warmth hospitality and diverse cultures. Located in the heart of the City off Sangaraja

Introducing Solarpunk Where Technology Meets Utopia

The Earth is now a planet over-run with rubble and bereft of plant and animal life, the inevitable fate of years of environmental degradation and thoughtless consumerism. Surviving humans live in an entitled bubble consuming laboratory-grade food and spend their days idling on hovering chairs glued to a screen. There’s little concept of time amid robots working tirelessly to keep the system running, all enveloped in a bleak fog. Calling it a dyst

Mannar and a Bridge too far

Do you have a travel bucket list? I’ve travelled extensively around my adopted home land of Sri Lanka for more than twenty years, but the town of Mannar some how had escaped me. Six hours from Colombo we are in the vicinity of Manner and we have our first of many road checks. Security staff want to see who we are, where we are going and why. They can’t seem to read the letter we give them detailing who is traveling in the van, our foreign passpor

A Cheese Affair at Shangri-La Colombo

Meet Olivier Poulard as he delves deep into his plans for Colombo’s cheese connoisseurs and culinary enthusiasts during the much-anticipated French Cheese Week, hosted exclusively by Shangri-La Colombo from May 13th to 19th. Prepare to be enchanted by the grandeur of the largest cheese display ever assembled on Sri Lankan soil, boasting more than 60 tantalizing varieties, including rare artisanal selections never before seen in the country. Guidi

Fatty Liver

Fatty Liver, having extra fat in your liver, most times doesn’t show symptoms. With diet and exercise, fatty liver disease can be reversed. We had a chat with Dr. Uditha Dassanayake, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist on Fatty Liver.

The Ceylon Riding Club Dr Ineke Ann Pitts venture enhances equestrianism in Sri Lanka

Dr. Inneke Pitts, an International Management Consultant, Business Owner & Entrepreneur has a deep-rooted passion for both horses and Sri Lanka. Her decision to move to Sri Lanka after falling in love with the country during a holiday in 1996 speaks volumes about her adventurous spirit and determination to seek new opportunities. Opening the Ceylon Riding Club in 2017 was not only a business venture but also a way for her to reconnect with her c

Secret UK women’s codecracking army during WWII

During World War II, dozens of women Cambridge University students worked around the clock in complete secrecy to crack Nazi codes, but only now are the unsung heroes getting recognition. At least 77 women from the women-only Newnham College were drafed to Bletchley Park, the code-breaking centre north of London, during the conflict. It was there that mathematician Alan Turing decoded messages encrypted by the Nazis’ Enigma machine, in particula

Basil Horsfall A British Ceylonese Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice

Basil Horsfall’s body is assumed to lie in a cemetery in Arras, France. His name appears on a memorial there. He was a Ceylon engineer/rubber planter educated at S. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia. When he read how Germany troops were killing young British soldiers he decided to do his bit. He volunteered to fight and joined a Lancashire regiment and later a famous battalion called “The Accrington Pals”, in 1917. Whilst wounded and under fire h