Habitat destruction Main factor driving species towards extinction

At a time when more flora and fauna are vulnerable to extinction, policymakers from around the world are already weighing in the pros and cons of biodiversity loss. Global figures indicate that around a quarter of the world’s animal and plant p

Beauty with a Purpose

The Queen of the World Pageant was introduced to the world in 2022 as a pageant not merely focusing on beauty but also seeking ladies with exceptional talent and charisma. Therefore four ladies who have won the prestigious titles will represent their respective country for the ultimate crown under four prestigious divisions at the global competition which will be held in New York, USA from the 18th to 25th of April 2024. We had a chat with the f

Megan Dhakshini Shatrughan

Today on the Buzz I speak to Megan who loves the creative and art side of life. Her love for poetry has built her quite a following. Megan is a creative mix bag of many talents, who experiments with writing, voice acting, singing, yoga and her background in advertising  Today she speaks to me about her new book ‘Softly We Fall’. The book is available at Sarasavi bookshops islandwide. 

Rashmi Uday Singh unveils Hospitality Hope - A Portal For Job Seekers

Renowned food writer and critic Rashmi Uday Singh graced our shores recently at the special invitation of chef Darshan Munidasa to attend a private event. During her whistle-stop visit to Colombo I had the privilege of meeting this dynamic lady who is a World Gourmand Cookbook Award winning author of 40 food books and a TV host. Rashmi Uday Singh is also the author of India’s first city-restaurant guide, and the world’s first vegetarian guide to

A chat with Mark Hix

Lauded as one of Britain’s most eminent restaurateurs, renowned for his unparalleled expertise in sourcing ingredients with distinct provenance, Mark Hix is an award winning author and food writer with 12 cookbooks to his name. His latest book ‘Hooked’ weaves captivating stories of fishing from his childhood years to the present. As a chef, Hix opened the successful Hix Oyster and the Chop House in 2007 and continued to operate a number of restau

Valentine’s Get Together

A day at the races with the RTC

The Royal Turf Club, Nuwara Eliya has embarked on an ambitious programme to uphold the tradition of horse racing in Nuwara Eliya.  Since the inception of horse racing in Sri Lanka, The Royal Turf Club, Nuwara Eliya has been a flag bearer of the sport. This year the RTC will begin its first race on 24th February 2024 when they will hold the RTC Sports Tourism Race Day. Providing details of the event, RTC Nuwara Eliya treasurer Nisitha Rupasinghe s

Royal College & Bishop’s College Shine at RCUAC Challenge Shield 2024

It was a power-packed day in the pool when 30 teams from U9, U11, U13, U15 and +25 Masters competed for the coveted RCUAC Challenge Shield 2024 now in its 3rd consecutive year. Organized by the Royal College Union Aquatics Club, the largest junior Water Polo Tournament saw the participation of 400 athletes. Organized with the aim of developing the sport among younger players over the next 5-10 years, the tournament has been well-accepted by clubs

Ceylon Literary and Art Festival

Sri Lanka’s burgeoning community of literary and art aficionados were treated to a smorgasbord of delights by way of the literary and art offerings scheduled as part of the Ceylon Literary and Art Festival which had HSBC as its principal sponsor along with MasterCard. Founded by Ajai Vir Singh the festival was curated by Sri Lanka’s leading writer Ashok Ferrey. Creating an excellent programme which was both inclusive and entertaining, the inaugur

Care in the ICU

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) comprises specialist hospital wards that provide treatment for patients who are very ill. They are staffed with specially trained healthcare professionals and contain sophisticated monitoring equipment. When a loved one goes into the ICU it could be a very trying time for the family members. We had a chat with Dr Heshan Amarathunge , Former MO Anaesthesia Pottuvil Hospital and District General Hospital Hambantota

Mikayla Resort Chilaw’s pride

Chilaw in North Western Province is known for its wide, beautiful and unblemished beaches, diverse cultural heritage and multi religious sites; where travellers can visit a number of attractions. It is one of the few towns in all of Sri Lanka to be known by three names; ‘Halãvata’ in Sinhala, ‘Cilãpam’ in Tamil and of course ‘Chilaw’ in English. Also some travel guides introduce Chilaw as the city famous for its three C’s - Coconuts, Crabs and Co

Facts to consider when dealing with Property

Property is appreciated or valued the most when the entire process of buying or selling goes smoothly without any hassle. However, the most common of all issues is the legal hurdle pertaining to the property which can seriously hinder a smooth transaction. In the second part of this article, we talk to Dhammika Welagedara Attorney- At- Law engaged in Civil and Appellate Practice to discuss some of these issues.

Ceylon Literary and Art Festival

The festival was held in the salubrious citadel city of Kandy and has now moved to the heady metropolis of Colombo. Packed with many leading authors from Sri Lanka and around the globe, we chat to authors on their Literary lives and influences.

Facts to consider when Dealing with Property

Property is appreciated or valued the most when the entire process of buying or selling goes smoothly without any hassle. However, the most common of all issues is the legal hurdle pertaining to the property which can seriously hinder a smooth transaction. We interviewed Dhammika Welagedara Attorney- At- Law engaged in Civil and Appellate Practice to discuss some of these issues.

Shoulders By Harpos

Colombo is always mushrooming new restaurants, cafes and bars that it’s hard to keep track and even harder to say you’ve tried them all. But ever so often, we find a restaurant that’s a ‘must try’, a spot worthy of the “have-you-tried-this-place-yet?” word of mouth recommendation. In this case, its a swanky little nook at the new Havelock City Mall called “Shoulders” that’s been getting the foodie nod of approval around town.  Shoulders: A Harpo

“Harmony for Little Hearts” Rukshan & Melantha Perera Shine in Debut Joint Concert

Entertaining a full house with timeless hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s in the evening of 3rd of February was Rukshan and Melantha Perera, performing at their debut joint concert “Harmony for Little Hearts” which successfully took place at the Bishop’s College Auditorium, Colombo 03. Organised as a joint initiative by the Rotary Clubs of Colombo Fort, Colombo Metropolitan and Colombo West with the core mission of contributing lifesaving equipme

The visionary behind ceylon literary and art festival Ajai Vir Singh

Sri Lanka is back in the spotlight of the literary world once again thanks to the newly launched Ceylon Literary and Art Festival which will take place from 8 - 12 February in Kandy and Colombo. Created and conceptualised by Ajai Vir Singh who owns the festival this event is being managed by a group of Sri Lankans who have professional expertise in organising major events. With an exciting array of events lined up for literary and art aficionados

Rif-dhan: Crafting Beats, Breaking Stereotypes, and Raising the Bar in Sri Lankan Beatboxing

n the pulsating world of beatboxing, Ahamed Rifdhan, known as Rif_dhan, stands as a dynamic force shaping the rhythmic landscape of Sri Lanka. From a fortuitous encounter at a corporate event to clinching the title of the Sri Lankan Beatbox Champion in 2023, Rifdhan’s journey is a testament to the passion, perseverance, and cultural infusion in his unique beatboxing style. In this interview, we delve into his discovery of beatboxing, the evolutio

Doctor Shaamil Navaratnaraja

Tell us a bit about your background and where you have lived? Why did you settle down in Sri Lanka? My initial schooling started from Bishop’s College Colombo 3. I left Sri Lanka during school and pursued the rest of my education until my graduation in India (Chennai). I got my work experience also from there and then came to Sri Lanka and got my eligibility examination cleared and started to work here. I always wanted to come back home, treat m

GLF 2024

Does literature have to be relatable to everyone? In an age where 60% of the world’s population lives in Asia, three award-winning authors – Singaporean writer Balli Kaur Jaswal, Indian writer and journalist Manu Joseph and Sri Lanka’s very own Shehan Karunatilaka joined in a conversation about writing stories based in Asia in a world of fiction that still tends to cater towards Western readers. “When we write fiction, I don’t think everyone has

Befriending at Sumithrayo and helping people to handle Stressful Situations

In today’s society people have to contend with numerous problems such as marital problems and family issues, grief, loneliness low self esteem, harrassment sometimes leading to grave problems and causing them to even take their own lives. We interviewed Jomo Uduman Volunteer at Sumithrayo to discuss some of these issues.

The Ceylon Literary & Art Festival A chat with Ashok Ferrey

We are just on the cusp of the second month of 2024 and Sri Lankan literary aficionados are in for another treat with the forthcoming Ceylon Literary and Art Festival which will take place from 8th to 12th February 2024. The first two days of the Festival will be held in Kandy and then move to Colombo for the final three days. Sponsored by HSBC and curated by Sri Lanka’s leading literary luminary Ashok Ferrey, the festival promises a trove of res

Colomboscope 2024 Meet The Artists

The eighth edition of the interdisciplinary art festival Colomboscope will be held from 19-28 January across Colombo. Colomboscope “Way of the Forest” is shaped with over 40 Sri Lankan and international artists and collectives and is interwoven with a cross section of programmes, conversations, excursions, performances, workshops and other experiences. Colomboscope 2024 is curated by Hit Man Gurung, Sheelasha Rajbhandari and Sarker Protick toget

Lovi LOVERS

Today I go back to the days of royalty and elegance at the LOVI’s flagship experience store at the Galle Face Hotel. “Walking into the Galle Face Hotel is an emotional experience,” says LOVI CEO Asanka de Mel. “Growing up, I remember my father believed…actually we all believed…it was the most beautiful place in Colombo,” he said. For 160 years, the hotel, the Grande Dame of the Orient, has stood by the Indian Ocean, a silent witness to the change

Grand Bolgoda Resort Wedding bliss by the waters of Bolgoda

Scenic Bolgoda Lake is located bordering Colombo and Kalutara districts, creating a huge flow of water from two major water bodies - North and South Bolgoda Lakes that covers 374 square kilometres partly fresh and brackish water from the drain point into the sea at the estuary in Panadura. Considered as the largest natural lake in Sri Lanka, Bolgoga Lake is a tourist attraction and is a popular location for water sports. The section from the old

Colomboscope 2024 Meet The Artists

The eighth edition of the interdisciplinary art festival Colomboscope will be held from 19-28 January across Colombo. Colomboscope “Way of the Forest” is shaped with over 40 Sri Lankan and international artists and collectives and is interwoven with a cross section of programmes, conversations, excursions, performances, workshops and other experiences. Colomboscope 2024 is curated by Hit Man Gurung, Sheelasha Rajbhandari and Sarker Protick toget

Campaign to End Misleading Travel Advice...

Co-founder and Managing Director of Experience Travel Group Sam Clark, has gained the support of stakeholders of the Sri Lankan tourism industry from across the board and initiated a campaign to end misleading travel advice regarding the safety of UK nationals in Sri Lanka given by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)

Colomboscope 2024 Meet The Artists

The eighth edition of the interdisciplinary art festival Colomboscope will be held from 19-28 January across Colombo. Colomboscope “Way of the Forest” is shaped with over 40 Sri Lankan and international artists and collectives and is interwoven with a cross section of programmes, conversations, excursions, performances, workshops and other experiences. Colomboscope 2024 is curated by Hit Man Gurung, Sheelasha Rajbhandari and Sarker Protick toget

Facts on Anaesthesia

Anaesthesia or the loss of sensation during tests and surgical operations prevents pain and discomfort and enables a wide range of medical procedures to be carried out. It can be described as the use of medicines to prevent pain during surgery and other procedures. We had a chat with Dr Heshan Amarathunge, Former MO Anaesthesia, Pottuvil Hospital and District General Hospital, Hambantota, regarding the facts on Anaesthesia

‘Whispers of Ceylon’ Native Wedding Concept by ‘Sherwood by The Barn’

The Barn House in Panadura is well known for their innovative creations in the hospitality industry. ‘Sherwood by The Barn’ was their pioneering venture recreating a real Sherwood theme at the Barn House premises last year. In a milestone for the wedding tourism industry, Sherwood by The Barn announces the launch of an extraordinary new concept –‘Whispers of Ceylon’ Native Wedding theme. A trailblazing initiative and the first of its kind in Sri