Colombo raves into 2026 with Music, Rhythm and Midnight Magic

As the final hours of the year 2025 slip away, Colombo comes alive with rhythm, lights and anticipation. From grand ballroom galas and beachfront fiestas to rooftop parties, poolside countdowns and intimate

It’s 2026

As we step into a brand new year, there is something quietly powerful about simply being here. 2025 tested us in ways we never expected emotionally, economically, and collectively yet somehow, we

Voetlights Society 2025 Annual Gala Dinner

The annual gala dinner of the Voetlights Society 2025 was recently held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. This event is an occasion to toast a 17th-18th century Dutch jurist Jonannes Voet who influenced the

The Pressure to Have a Good Year

Every December, right on schedule, the language changes. Suddenly, everyone has had a year. A big one. A transformative one. A year of lessons and growth and gratitude and strength they didn’t know they had. Social media

How Google’s AI Actually Started Working Better This Year

Google spent 2025 transforming Gemini from a promising but flawed AI assistant into something people might actually trust with important tasks. The year brought fundamental changes in how the technology thinks, responds, and

Sri Lanka United Kingdom Society Christmas Celebrations

The Sri Lanka–UK Society celebrated Christmas recently at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, bringing members, families and friends together for an elegant evening of joy and fellowship. The event was graced by the presence of

AIS Alumni Association Incontro

The Asian International School Alumni Association marked its official launch with Incontro, an elegant evening held recently at Park Street Mews – The Stables. The event brought together alumni from across generations for a night

Latha Walpola The Nightingale of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka today mourns the passing of one of its most treasured voices. Deshamanya Matharage Rita Genevieve Fernando, beloved to generations as Latha Walpola, passed away on 27 December 2025 at the age of 91, leaving behind a musical legacy unmatched in the island’s cultural history. Revered as “The Nightingale of Sri Lanka,” her voice shaped the golden era of Sinhala music and cinema, and continues to echo in the collective memory of the nation.

Anusha Stewart Named FPA Food Photographer of the Year 2025

Sri Lankan-born UK based photographer Anusha Stewart has been named Overall Winner – Professional Category and Food Photographer of the Year 2025 at the prestigious World Food Photography Awards (FPA), Japan, marking a career-defining moment in international photography. Selected from a global pool of professional photographers, Stewart’s winning image was praised for its emotional depth, visual honesty and powerful storytelling. The judges descr

Lovi Gold Collection Private Launch

The Lovi Gold Collection was launched recently at an exclusive private event held at the Lovi boutique at the Galle Face Hotel. It was an elegant evening filled with sophistication, style and warmth as distinguished guests, loyal

12th Anniversary Kami Maki Japanese Fusion Cuisine

Kami Maki Japanese Fusion Cuisine celebrated 12 years recently with a Sushi and Cocktail soiree at its new and bigger venue at Sri Jayawardenapura. Kami Maki has innovated and perfected fusion Japanese cuisine in Sri Lanka.

The Exhibition of Art by Art Rhizome

There’s something quietly magical about walking into an art space for the very first time, when the walls are still learning how to hold stories, and the air feels charged with possibility. Colombo is experiencing one such moment

The Christmas Ballet and the Magic Behind the Scenes

This Christmas season, something truly magical tiptoed into town. The Christmas Ballet, presented by The Ballet School of Colombo (TBSC), was brought to life recently at the Bishop’s College Auditorium, and it was nothing short

Tiesh Prism Collection

The Prism Collection by Tiesh was launched recently at the Tiesh showroom in Colombo. This festive collection celebrates brilliance and colour with exquisite multicolored sapphires that have surged in popularity over the last few years.

A Landmark Moment for Sri Lankan Writing in Romania

Sri Lankan literature marked an important milestone on the European cultural map with the Romanian translation of The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida, the Booker Prize–winning novel by Shehan Karunatilaka. The occasion was celebrated at Sri Lankan Voices in Translation, a literary and cultural event held on 12 December 2025 at the National Museum of Romanian Literature in Bucharest, with the participation of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Romania.

Sri Lanka’s Craft Heritage Finds a Global Voice in London

Renowned for its handloom textiles, batik, jewellery, and centuries-old artisanal traditions, Sri Lanka’s craft heritage has long been a quiet yet powerful expression of the island’s culture. Today, these crafts are gaining renewed relevance on the global stage, supported by international partnerships and a growing appetite for authenticity, sustainability, and slow fashion. At the forefront of this effort is the Sri Lankan High Commission in Lon

Sri Lanka Gears Up for Landmark Bob Marley Tribute Festival

A press conference was recently held at NUWA Sri Lanka to announce that “ONE LOVE 2026 – A Tribute to Bob Marley” will take place in Bentota from 27 to 29 March 2026. The event is hailed as South Asia’s first-ever reggae

Inviting good Chi for the New Year

Feng Shui for the New Year involves surrounding yourself with objects and colours that symbolize prosperity and happiness. Every year, the Gregorian calendar year begins on January 1st, followed by the Chinese New Year,

Cinnamon Grand Colombo Welcomes the Festive Season with Warmth, Tradition and Togetherness

Cinnamon Grand Colombo ushers in the most magical time of the year with An Old World Christmas, a celebration filled with timeless traditions, festive flavours and heartwarming moments for all ages.

A Christian Community in Chilaw

We are on the road from Colombo to Puttalam. At eighty kilometres we reach Chilaw. After a quick discussion, we realise none of us know anything about this city by the sea. Many of us have passed through Chilaw hundreds of

Indi Yapa Abeywardena Seasonal Couture Gathering

Founder and Creative Director of House of Indi, Indi Yapa Abeywardena, recently hosted an intimate Seasonal Couture Gathering at House of Indi, bringing together patrons, industry insiders, and friends of the brand to celebrate

The Gift We Bring A Service of Carols of St Mary’s Church Bambalapitiya

On the 20th of December 2025, The St Mary’s Choral Group will present ‘THE GIFT WE BRING’ - a service of Carols of St Mary’s Church Bambalapitiya at 7.30 pm.

Save Diyagama Rain Forest

As Homagama accelerates toward becoming a major commercial and urban centre in the Colombo District, a critical truth is being overlooked: some of the area’s last surviving natural forests still exist—and they are under imminent

BSC Christmas Carnival

The British School in Colombo recently held its Christmas Carnival at the school premises in support of communities affected by recent floods. All surplus proceeds will be directed towards flood-relief efforts. Students took the lead,

Our Bacon Benedict - A New Colombo Brunch Favourite

Among all the dishes on our all-day menu, the Bacon Benedict has quickly become a guest favourite - a comforting, balanced, and beautifully prepared classic that represents our approach to modern café dining.

Pegasus Reef unveils plans for festive season

As the festive season approaches, Pegasus Reef Hotel Wattala is once again transforming into a hub of Christmas cheer, blending time-honoured traditions with renewed optimism. Despite recent disruptions caused by adverse

Panduka Ekanayake

It’s the season of sparkle, good conversations, and even better company and today on Buzz with Danu, I’m chatting with someone who makes brands shine all year round, and a man with a heart of gold.

Visakha Vidyalaya class of ’94 Glam and Glow 50th Birthday Celebrations

The Visakha Vidyalaya Class of ’94 recently hosted their Dinner Dance at the Lotus Ballroom, Shangri-La Colombo, celebrating the milestone of their 50th birthdays. The evening commenced with cocktails and finger food, setting the

The Atrophied Wife

MTL Ebell is a well-known, established Sri Lankan writer who has authored many publications. She won the State Literary Award in 2008 for best short stories in English for Short and Verse and in 2014 for the best novel in English, Thus She Grew.

SOSL Christmas Concert LADIES’ COLLEGE AUDITORIUM

The Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka (SOSL) recently presented its much-anticipated Christmas Concert at the Ladies’ College Auditorium, ushering in the festive season with an evening of timeless music.