screening of cannes 2024 grand prix winner All We Imagine as Light by Payal Kapadia

South Asian Women in Media (SAWM), Sri Lanka chapter in collaboration with the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka organised the screening of ’All We Imagine As Light’ by the award winning

Early Detection vital to combat Breast Cancer

With Breast Cancer Awareness Month coming up in October and it being the most common cancer among women in Sri Lanka we had a chat with Dr Lanka Jayasuriya- Dissanayake, Chairperson of the Indira Cancer Trust.

Nisreen Dissanayake

This week on Buzz with Danu, I’m sitting down with someone who doesn’t just switch on lights, she switches on opportunities!

A weekend dedicated for animal rescue and welfare in Sri Lanka

A whole lot of pawsomeness awaits visitors at the Colombo City Centre this weekend as Tails of Freedom and Little Island Sanctuary is getting ready to bring an awareness programme based on animal rescue and welfare in Sri Lanka.

‘King of the Mambo’ a Cuban touch at GFH

Colombo has no shortage of restaurants with a view and restaurants with different cuisine, but few marry setting and spirit quite like ‘King of the Mambo’. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Indian Ocean, ‘King of the

Ladies’ College Music Fest ‘25 125th Anniversary

Ladies’ College recently presented Music Fest ’25 to mark its 125th anniversary, which was produced by Anushka Abhayaratne. The festival united junior, middle, and upper school students in a dazzling showcase of Broadway and

Raffealla Fernando

When I first launched The Disruptor Series a few years ago, the goal was to spotlight people who refused to play by the rules - the builders, the risk-takers, the ones who shook up industries and carved new paths. After a pause, the

The Rise of “Chosen Families”

In today’s world, the definition of family has truly evolved and continues to do so. Once confined strictly to bloodlines and legal ties, the idea of what family can be has expanded to include something deeply personal yet increasingly

When Your WiFi Bills Are Higher Than Your Therapy Budget 4 Websites That Saved My Sanity

It’s 2 AM, you’re still staring at your laptop screen, and tomorrow’s presentation feels like climbing Sigiriya in flip-flops. Sound familiar? Before you reach for another cup of tea or scroll mindlessly through Facebook for the

Jetwing Hotels Partners with Make-A-Wish Sri Lanka

Jetwing Hotels has partnered with Make-A-Wish Sri Lanka, aimed at supporting children with critical illnesses, marking a significant step in promoting social wellbeing. The partnership was formalised through the signing of a Memorandum

Birthday Celebrations Prophet Jerome Fernando

Prophet Jerome Fernando celebrated his Birthday in the presence of Ambassador Prophet Uebert Angel, Prophetess Beverly Angel, together with his wife Pastor Melanie Fernando, and the partners of the Glorious Church.

Gabriel’s Charity Auction Fundraiser in aid of Rescue Animals Sri Lanka where Fashion, Art, and Compassion come together.

Today, the RAS shelter in Sri Lanka houses 92 dogs and 18 cats, lovingly cared for by three full-time staff members. Beyond sheltering, RAS campaigns for animal rights across the board, speaking for the voiceless and giving dignity to animals in distress. This enormous effort is funded entirely through donations, partnerships, and special events like the upcoming Gabriel’s Charity Auction.

Blooming Breakfast Resto Bar & Café A Round-the-Clock Feast

Colombo’s dining scene is no stranger to trends - cafés that bloom and fade, bars that pop up and vanish, menus that promise the world but deliver very little. Blooming Breakfast, however, feels like it’s here to stay. Perched upstairs at

Royal-Thomian Sailing Regatta 2025 Thomians Clinch Victory in Thrilling Finale

The 2025 Royal-Thomian Sailing Regatta concluded in dramatic fashion over the weekend, with S. Thomas’ College edging out Royal College after two days of fiercely contested races on the waters of the Bolgoda Lake. The much-

Grand Opening Sherlock by Shanaz With Esoterique by Caroline J

Brighton Beyond the Beach

We set off to the English south coast, following a trend that began in the eighteenth century. We are heading for Brighton. Time Out voted it the “most walkable city in England” and it attracts around eleven million visitors a year.

Birds of a Feather: Creativity Beyond Age

At 50, Push Nanayakkara picked up her first paintbrush. Not in an art class, not as part of a childhood passion finally rekindled, but as a complete beginner, stepping into a world she had never thought would belong to her.

Wista Ocean Documentary by Sir David Attenborough

Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Sri Lanka hosted the first public screening of ‘Ocean’, a documentary by Sir David Attenborough, at the Bishop’s College Auditorium with an overwhelming

NKAR Travels and Tours Ltd Vibes of Yesterday

In celebration of their 45th anniversary, NKAR Travels and Tours Ltd. recently hosted the concert ‘Vibes of Yesterday’ at BMICH. The event took the audience on a nostalgic journey through the golden eras of the 70s, 80s, and 90s.

Home-Cooked with Love

There’s a certain kind of magic that happens around a dining table. Plates fill up, laughter spills over, and every dish seems to carry a memory along with it. On 19 September, My Sister’s Kitchen will recreate that very magic with an

Robert Redford, Hollywood’s golden boy with a Midas touch

With his all-American good looks, Robert Redford, who died on Tuesday aged 89 was the eternal “Sundance Kid”, a US screen legend both in front of and behind the camera.

Ceylon College of Physicians 58th Annual Academic Sessions and Banquet

The Ceylon College of Physicians (CCP), the oldest professional body for physicians in Sri Lanka, inaugurated its 58th Annual Academic Sessions at Cinnamon Life under the theme ‘Physicians for the Future’. The opening included a

Chandra Wickramasinghe marks Golden Jubilee in tourism

Veteran hotelier Chandra Wickramasinghe, affectionately known as ‘Connaissance Chandra’, marked a golden milestone last week as he celebrated fifty years in Sri Lanka’s travel and tourism industry, completing fifty years of

Nilusha Shivaraj & Heshani Bogollogama

Isle of Rataa x Sahesh by IoR is where island vibes meet fierce fashion – and honestly, it’s giving everything we need right now! Behind the magic are Nilusha Shivaraj and Heshani Bogollogama – two powerhouse women who

Layers of Love The Story Behind Cuppacreme

For Aaliyah Mansoor, baking is both art and memory. It began with the fascination of watching her aunt frost a cake, and grew into a passion that now defines her days. With her signature chocolate ganache, her grandmother’s wisdom

These Are the Good Old Days (You Just Don’t Know It Yet)

There are some things in life that quietly remind us that time doesn’t stop for anyone. The rain falls whether you’re happy or heartbroken, and the clouds that drift across the sky, unbothered by our little dramas. Life keeps moving, and

The Technology That Finally Leaves You Alone

Your phone buzzes. A notification pops up. Your smartwatch vibrates. Another alert sounds. Welcome to modern life, where technology seems designed to steal every second of your attention.

Marco Polo Makes Its Grand Debut with Flagship Store at OGF Mall

Marco Polo, the premium modern casual wear brand inspired by the legendary explorer, has officially launched its flagship store at One Galle Face (OGF) Mall, Level 2, Shop No. 27. The opening marks a significant milestone for the

Intelligent Design as Proof of Creation – A Scientific Analysis Dr. Uditha Jayatunga FRCP speaks on his maiden publication

For centuries, the debate over evolution and creation has sparked curiosity, controversy, and reflection. In his new book, Intelligent Design as Proof of Creation – A Scientific Analysis, Dr. Uditha Jayatunga argues that the complexities of life point unmistakably towards design rather than chance. A proud product of Royal College, Colombo, Dr. Jayatunga has practised medicine in the UK for over three decades. Drawing on his medical and biologica

Sri Lanka, Serendib and the Silk Road of the Sea Dr. Sanjiva Wijesinha’s new book explores the island’s forgotten maritime heritage

For centuries, Sri Lanka has been celebrated for its rich culture, strategic location, and natural beauty. Yet one aspect of the island’s story remains surprisingly little known—its role as a major hub on the Maritime Silk Route. In his new book, Sri Lanka, Serendib and the Silk Road of the Sea, Dr. Sanjiva Wijesinha uncovers this neglected history and reintroduces Sri Lankans to their seafaring past. The Silk Roads were the great trade arteries