ONE DAY” OR “DAY ONE” The Choice That Changes Everything

Most of us carry a mental list of things we plan to do. Learn something new. Get healthier. Start a project. Change careers. The intention is there, but the action keeps getting postponed. It feels productive to plan, but planning without

Work Smarter in 2026

The 5 AM club. Side hustle culture. Grinding until you make it. For years, productivity gurus sold you the same message: work harder, sleep less, hustle more. If you’re not exhausted, you’re not trying hard enough.Here’s what

Paper Plane A Haunting Debut by Nifraz Rifaz

Young author Nifraz Rifaz announced himself as a compelling new voice in contemporary Sri Lankan fiction with Paper Plane, a lyrical and deeply unsettling debut that examined identity, displacement, and the heavy cost of silence in a fractured society. Drawing from lived experience, collective memory, and national trauma, Rifaz has written a novel that moves fluidly between Sri Lanka and London, following a protagonist shaped as much by expectati

WOVEN With Purpose Sri Lanka at Source Fashion London

Olympia London hummed with energy as designers, buyers and creatives from nearly 25 countries gathered for Source Fashion 2026. Amid the swathes of fabric, futurefocused conversations and global perspectives on responsible sourcing, Sri Lanka made a quietly powerful statement—debuting its first-ever country pavilion with confidence, creativity and unmistakable purpose. Held from 13 to 15 January, Source Fashion is one of the UK and Europe’s leadi

Cliffs of Moher… Ireland

We sign up for a day trip out of Dublin to see the Irish countryside and the amazing Cliffs of Moher on the County Clare Atlantic coast. It is a UNESCO site, awarded for its dramatic sea-front cliffs.To do this long trip by car hire is

University of Colombo Batch 1997/98 Faculty of Law Get-together

The Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, batch of 1997/98 recently came together for a reunion at the Kingsbury, Colombo, celebrating 27 years of enduring friendship. The evening brought together 100 batchmates and was filled

Sahan Karunarathne

On Buzz with Danu today, I sit down with Sahan Karunarathne, someone who understands the quiet power of building something with intention. In a time when brands are racing to grow fast, Sahan represents a different rhythm, one

Student Guild 2026 Curtin University Colombo

Curtin University Colombo appointed its 2026 Student Guild during a campus ceremony attended by senior management and academic staff. The ten-member leadership team will serve under the theme ‘Inspire and Elevate’,

25th Anniversary BSc Pharmacy Alumni Association

The University of Colombo’s pioneering BSc (Honours) in Pharmacy programme celebrated its 25th Silver Jubilee recently at Cinnamon Life , City of Dreams. As Sri Lanka’s first undergraduate pharmacy degree, the programme is

Cinnamon Life Sets the Stage for “Island Invitation” Golf Experience in Colombo

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams is set to host the Island Invitation, an exclusive, invitation-only international lifestyle and golf-led experience taking place in Colombo in February 2026. The event will be delivered in partnership with

From Vision Board to Action Plan Using Tech Tools to Plan Your Next 11Months

You’ve seen them everywhere. Pinterest-perfect vision boards with dream vacations, fitness goals, and career milestones. Maybe you’ve even created one. You pinned the images, felt motivated for a week, and then... nothing

HSBC Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival Returns for its third edition

At a time when attention is fragmented and discourse increasingly compressed, the need for spaces that allow ideas to unfold thoughtfully has never been greater. It is within this landscape that the HSBC Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival returns for its third edition, standing as the only festival dedicated to satiating Sri Lanka’s growing appetite for all things literary.

Tapping into Prosperity

Enhancing prosperity through Feng Shui promotes stability and provides an opportunity to establish a solid foundation for all future ambitions to come to fruition. In the practice of Feng Shui, your first impressions upon entering a home,

Colonial Forts Sri Lanka

I’m sure most of us living in Sri Lanka have visited locations on the island that include a Fort. The most likely example is Galle Fort, our biggest Fort and a UNESCO location dating back to the sixteen hundreds. It’s my favourite

Sri Lanka Malay Association The EMGS Education Fair The Pasar Malam

The Sri Lanka Malay Association’s flagship fundraiser was held recently at the Padang Complex, with Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) partnering the event as Platinum Sponsor. The EMGS Education Fair was opened

25th Anniversary Agromet Asia

Agromet Asia recently celebrated its 25th Anniversary, marking a quarter-century of growth and success. The event was attended by Managing Director, Ritesh Singhal, Director, Divya Singhal, CEO, V. Chandrakanth, senior

TODOS FESTIVE COLLECTION

Balancing Education

There are many alternatives in education these days. Government Schools, Private Schools, Government Schools which teach the local syllabus in English (and wrongfully dub themselves International Schools,) and International

Susiman Nirmalavasan Reminiscence III

The preview reception of Reminiscence III by Susiman Nirmalavasan was recently held at Paradise Road Galleries, bringing together art enthusiasts and well-wishers for an intimate first viewing of the artist’s latest body of work. The

Discover wellness by the sea at Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle

Blessed with sun, sea and a calming natural rhythm, Tangalle offers a perfect escape for travellers of all kinds throughout the year. One of the most sought-after destinations on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, it is tranquil and tropical,

Shero

This Christmas felt bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever. When you look back, how would you personally describe Christmas 2025 for you and your team? Christmas 2025 was a defining season for us. In Sri Lanka,

THASL 60th Annual General Meeting

The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL) recently held their 60th Annual General Meeting at Cinnamon Life – City of Dreams, bringing together over 400 member hoteliers from across the country, along with diplomats, donor

What Does a Meaningful Life Look Like in 2026?

Redefining ambition, happiness, and impact for women who want more and less at the same time.

Your Digital Reset for 2026 How to Clean’’ Organise’’ and Rebuild Your Tech Life

You open your phone and actually find the app you need. Your inbox shows 12 emails, not 12,000. Your laptop doesn’t freeze because you’ve got 47 tabs open from last March. Sounds impossible? It’s not. January 2026 is your moment

Colombo to Host Manhunt International World Finals this May 2026

Sri Lanka is set to take centre stage in May 2026 as it proudly hosts the Manhunt International World Finals, one of the world’s most prestigious male pageants. Organised by EPOCH – The Ceylon Media Company (Pvt) Ltd and 365

Travel 2026 Goes Slow and Smart

As an avid and intrepid traveller, 2025 was spent — wherever possible — on the move, discovering new places and, at times, happily acting as an informal tour guide, showing friends some of my favourite corners of the world. From Warsaw to Faro, and Barcelona to Malta, each new destination further satiated an ever-growing appetite for travel. I credit my parents for awakening this lifelong love of exploration. Both worked for an airline in the UK

Colombo’s Best Happy Hour at Blooming Breakfast

At Blooming Breakfast Resto Bar & Café, we believe happy hour should feel easy; a time to relax, share good food, and enjoy well-made drinks without rushing. Our Happy Hour is designed for exactly that: unpretentious, generous, and perfect for easing into the evening.

05 Life Changes to make 2026 a better year

Every January, we get bombarded with messages to be faster, stronger, leaner, and more productive. Does it feel like a fresh start, or is it more like a homework assignment? I feel like it is the latter. So this year, instead of a rigid list of

Wood Energy and Career Growth

We want to live in calming sanctuaries that bring peace and success. We desire our spaces to be connected to nature. Living by the riverside, close to lush green woods, growing organic food, and breathing fresh, unpolluted air

Xmas in Little England UpCountry

Four of us set off for a Christmas break in the town called “Little England”, Nuwara Eliya, the coolest town in central Sri Lanka. As a group our code name is “The Travel Bucket List” as we have a passion for travel locations and