Sanjaya Samaratunga

Today on the buzz I have Sanjaya Samaratunga who has created the brand Azbow which has become the solution for many online needs. Sanjay saw the gap in the market when “online” was a new word, and many were not ready to take the leap into this space. He has given solutions to some big names in our county, from music personalities to entrepreneurs and the list goes on. Today he speaks about the new normal and what we need to keep in mind during th

Hasini Haputhanthri

A visit to the museum was something that we all anticipated in our childhood. Even though the common notion is that a museum is a place that preserves artifacts of historical importance, modern museums have largely shifted from this idea. “A museum is a hallmark of modernity,” opined Hasini Haputhanthri, museologist, oral historian, sociologist, researcher and author of the book ‘Museums, Memory and Identity Politics in Sri Lanka’. A proud produ

An environmentalist’s plea to protect the Pepiliyana Wetland

Colombo gets flooded during heavy rainfall and this has been attributed to the haphazard filling of wetlands, mainly for developmental purposes. Since October 2018, Colombo has been accredited as South Asia’s only Wetland City as per the RAMSAR Convention but environmentalists have raised concerns over authorities and their inaction in terms of protecting urban wetlands. Tharanga Herath, a passionate birdwatcher and wildlife artist has been a fre

Hi!! MAGAZINE CELEBRATES ITS 100 th ISSUE

The top management of Wijeya Newspapres wanted to come up with a publication that was non politica

Sweet Summer

In this series, we talk to people who turned their passion for food and baking into a business idea amidst lockdown and COVID-19 fears. Some have been in the market for years and others saw the new opportunity and took it! These home bu

Yohani

Today I have the most trending person in our country. She is a little fire cracker with a universe of talent. I have had her on many of my shows, and every single time all I can say is her humble take to life sure keeps us wanting more. Today the world is talking about her amazing talent, so I wanted to ask her more than about music, on the Buzz today.

Little Yogi Adventures Pause. Breathe. Reflect.

All adults and children live in a ‘busy’ world, where everything is in ‘hurry-up’ mode. Online lessons, virtual activities, vide

Ogha Collective

Back in 1974, Marina Abramovic´of of Serbia laid out 72 items on a trestle table and asked the public to use them on her in any way they saw fit. The items included everything from roses, olive oil to a pistol with six bullets in it. In one of the interviews she recalled that she was ready to die that day. But six hours later, she walked away from the gallery i

Animal welfare activists accuse the BMICH management of inhumane treatment of community dogs

We carry below a statement issued by several Animal Welfare Organizations. BMICH has refuted some of the allegations.

Shiromi

Shiromi’s personality revolved around her goals and improving her situation. A captivating and delightful person, you could not take your eyes off her. When it came to confidence, she always trusted her own abilities and knew her value. As fo

Sri Lanka - Home To The Largest ASIAN ELEPHANT GATHERING but for how long?

ISSUE: One of the ‘Wildlife Wonders of the World’, The Great Elephant Gathering of Minneriya National Park, is at risk due to human interference in an age-old natural system. The grass that emerge on the Minneriya tank-bed in the dry season, which elephants gather to feed on, are lately being submerged as the tank is now used in the dry season to store water from Moragahak

Fairy Cakes

In this series, we talk to people who turned their passion for food and baking into a business idea amidst lockdown and COVID-19 fears. Some have been in the market for years and others saw the new opportunity and took it! These home bu

Chilli’s American Bar and Grill

Originating back to the late 1970’s in Dallas, Texas “Chilli’s” features good ol’ American food! Offering a variety of Burgers, Fresh

Treshan Weerasooriya

What made you start Haut Monde Event Management at a time when the world is under the COVID spell? This decision I must say was one that never crossed my mind. I am a finance professional and have had a successful career in the finan

Gayathri Lindagedara

Architect Gayathri Lindagedara founded Kudya as a creative outlet turning out bold accessories made mostly of brass. Meaning curiosity in Sanskrit , the Kudya brand’s products are pieces to be cherished by all.

PROTECTION, CONSERVATION & FUTURE CHALLENGES: the views of a Legend of Conservation

As Sri Lanka faces the greatest dangers, it ever has, to the health and

BE ORIGINAL. I AM MY OWN COMPETITOR Priyanka Pradeepa Kumari

‘Your Community’ is a series that hopes to bring recognition and business to the amazing entrepreneurs of our country as well as appreciate the wealth of talent and sheer resilience of spirit that exists among our people. When spoken to, the

Where Have All the Good Times Gone?

Like a looming cloud the pandemic has taken over the country. We wake up with the usual joy in our hearts like on any other normal day. A few seconds later we realise that the pandemic is around us reminding us of our rituals of having to wash our hands with soap and water, pack the little sanitiser bottle into our pockets or pouch or handbag and having to be double masked each time we step out or meet somebody. This is only amongst those who can

Desserts by Kay

In this series, we talk to people who turned their passion for food and baking into a business idea amidst lockdown and COVID-19 fears. Some have been in the market for years and others saw the new opportunity and took it! These home bus

Ceylon Curry Club Launches at the Dutch Hospital

Ceylon Curry Club, Sri Lanka’s renowned contemporary food fad, recently opened its doors to the public with the launch of its new dine-in restaurant at the Dutch Hospital Precinct, Colombo. Offering a tantalizing plethora of Sri Lankan dishes, t

One of the few...

This sends belated greetings to Ruwan Wijewardene who celebrated a birthday last week. He is one of the few among the younger generation in public life with good manners, unfailingly respectful to ladies and seniors, is kind and simple. Oth

Uni in the time of corona...

It seemed like yesterday you were walking your five year old through the school gates to their first day of school. Carefully plaited pigtails flying with each skip, folded handkerchief tightly pinned onto, gleaming white uniforms that would hopefully surviv

ALWAYS MAKE TIME TO LEND A HELPING HAND RUPIKA PERERA

Y our Community is a series that hopes to bring recognition and business to the amazing entrepreneurs of our country, to appreciate the wealth of talent and sheer resilience of spirit that exists among our people. When spoken to, th

Of Bridge & Gifts

The pandemic has brought out the true colours of many amongst us. With lockdowns, travel restrictions, and especially with the virus mutating and being able to spread like wildfire, it has put a stop to many social and human interactions.

Disney sails into new LGBT waters with ‘Jungle Cruise’ film

“Jungle Cruise,” Disney’s new nostalgia-soaked adventure film based on a 1950s theme park ride, has an unexpectedly modern twist, one of its main characters comes out as gay. A scene in which Jack

Magic Batter

In this series, we talk to people who turned their passion for food and baking into a business idea amidst lockdown and COVID-19 fears. Some have been in the market for years and others saw the new opportunity and took it! These home busi

Natalie Soysa

Today on the buzz I speak to a very strong individual. Natalie’s talents are limitless from Photography to Writing to Designer, Natalie has done it all and continues to do so, Natalie also took the time to come on my show Date with Danu and speak about the journey of fighting cancer and it was a very powerful interview, many request came my way for a print interview on this fighter so here is me sitting with Natalie for a quick chat on the buzz 

Jumping for Sri Lanka

Equestrian Mathilda Karlsson will make history when she competes at the Tokyo Olympics representing Sri Lanka in show jumping. This is the first time that Sri Lanka will compete in this discipline at the Olympic Games. In an exclusive interview with W@W Mathilda gives a glimpse of life in the Olympic Village and how she feels on the eve of her co

For the Sri Lankan Elephant

A photography competition by WNPS & Spa Ceylon focused on the urgent need to protect Sri Lanka’s elephants

HAVE A VISION, A PLAN. BUT BE READY TO SHIFT GEAR WHEN NEEDED RALINI FERNANDO

‘Your Community’ is a series that hopes to bring recognition and business to the amazing entrepreneurs living in villages from far flung regions of our country, to appreciate the wealth of talent and sheer resilience of spirit that exists among o