Living Healthy through Feng Shui

Feng Shui the oriental art of space alignment has gained immense popularity as it is most often perceived to bring in new fortunes and luck in terms of wealth and career. However one of the primary aspects of Feng Shui is to

Sustainable Tourism Transformation Sri Lanka’s youth at the forefront

Sri Lanka will commemorate UN World Tourism Day 2025 with the launch of a landmark nationwide hospitality skills development programme designed for secondary school students. Spearheaded by the Alumni Association of Tourism

Ireland… A Touch of the Green Stuff

We arrive somewhere known as the Midlands in Ireland . Close by is a massive lake called Lough Sheelin, in County Cavan, noted for its brown trout. It also has some haunting death stories. In the last twenty years there have been

ROYAL COLLEGE UNION MEMBERS’ NIGHT

The Membership Development and Services Committee (MD&SC) of the Royal College Union (RCU), held its Members’ Night recently, at Ape’ Gama, Battaramulla. Entertainment was provided by Billy Fernando & 2Forty2, who

22ND INSTALLATION CEREMONY ROTARACT CLUB OF COLOMBO UPTOWN

A café that offers more than just drinks Island Tea Co. Malabe

A café that offers more than just drinks—a place that serves real coffee and tea, where people can focus, meet, work, or simply take a break. That’s the idea behind Island Tea Co. Malabe, the newest café opened at ICC Techno Hub,

WCIC Ramp Up 2025 Fashion with Purpose

Ramp Up 2025, hosted by the Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce at Hilton Colombo, highlighted the power of fashion as a platform for women-led SMEs. Designed to build a fund that supports women entrepreneurs in

AFTERMATH

The lives of teachers are regulated ones. They are regulated by Govt. rules, by school rules, by retirement rules, by dress code rules, by behavorial rules, and of course by morality rules. Judging by reports in the daily press

This award is that full-circle moment Bhagya

Bhagya Iddamalgoda is still afresh since tasting her success, her first recognition as an emerging entrepreneur. Making her mark as a businessperson, only weeks ago, she was feted at the Vanithabhimaana awards.

Villa 700 The newest addition to the Jetwing family

With its endless stretch of golden sand and shimmering blue waters, Bentota remains one of Sri Lanka’s most enduring beach destinations. What began as a modest seaside escape in the late 1960s flourished into a vibrant

Samantha Louise Piper

On today’s Buzz with Danu, I sit down with someone who has dedicated her life to compassion in action. Meet Samantha Louise Piper, the passionate Director of Animal SOS Ahangama, an organization that has become a lifeline

Italian Embassy Maestro Domenico Nordio

Italian Embassy in Colombo had the honour of hosting Maestro Domenico Nordio, at the Lionel Wendt Art Centre recently. Maestro Nordio, globally‑renowned violinist, violist, and orchestra director, joined forces with the Symphony

Why Sri Lanka Still Fumbles Sex Ed And What That’s Doing to Our Youth

It’s not often that a piece of latex makes national headlines. But Sri Lanka is once again debating whether condom use belongs in classrooms, with the Ministry of Health pushing for change, the National Institute of Education (NIE)

When ’Not Yet Married’ Feels Like a Crime

At some point during the transition between the age of innocence and the age of ’’so when is the wedding?’’Every Sri Lankan woman faces her ultimate battle with the Aunties.

How AI Workers Will Change Your Job (And What You Need to Do Now)

Your next coworker might not need tea breaks or festival holidays. Agentic AI, think of it as AI that actually works instead of just answering questions, is already being tested in offices around the world. What’s Actually Happening

The Wedding Chapter by Hameedia

Sri Lanka’s leading menswear brand, Hameedia, has launched The Wedding Chapter, a new concept that redefines groomswear by celebrating style, tradition, and family across three generations. Designed to dress every man in a wedding—from page boy to groom, father to grandfather—the initiative goes beyond fashion to include grooming, wellness, and lifestyle services. With world-class fabrics, bespoke tailoring, and curated partner experiences, Hamee

Two Worlds Apart A book of poetry by Catrina Liyanage

Catrina Liyanage, a law and forensic science student, has stepped into the literary world with the release of her first book of poetry, Two Worlds Apart. The collection of forty poems explores themes of love, heartbreak, loss, and healing, blending personal reflection with universal emotion.

Feng Shui and human emotions

Even for the most positive and cheerful person, staying positive in the face of consistent negativity is a difficult task. Criticism, passive-aggressive behaviour and a feel of distrust can put a damper on your positive cheerful, optimistic,

Finding Something New in Paris

Paris is made up of twenty administrative districts, many with unique features, history, importance, architecture, ethnic mix, retailing pitch etc. So if you ever feel you have seen Paris, list how many districts you have spent time in.

Launch Mahindra XUV 3XO Ideal Motors

The Mahindra XUV 3XO was recently launched at the Taj Samudra, Colombo by its authorised distributor, Ideal Motors Pvt Ltd.

1333 Bikeathon Raising Awareness about mental health, emotional well-being, and suicide prevention

The 1333 Bikeathon commenced on August 29 and concludes on September 10, in commemoration of World Suicide Prevention Day. Its purpose is to honour lives lost, spread hope, and encourage people to seek help rather

Lou Ching Wong Model of The Year 2025 @ Galle Face Hotel

Model of The Year 2025, the brainchild of designer and choreographer Lou Ching Wong, was recently held at the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo. The evening celebrated new talent in fashion and style, with Ayesha Gamage and

AGED Steakhouse Grill

Cinnamon Grand Colombo together with Danu Innasithamby Head of channel Hi TV - had an exclusive curated dining event at the legendary London Grill, where Europe’s acclaimed AGED Steakhouse Grill joined forces with Chef Azam

‘Yasas the Mentalist’ to perform in Dubai this Friday

With a passion to captivate audiences with mind-blowing magic, Yasas Gunaratne, Founder of ‘Knight of Illusions’ – a Sri Lankan premium magic entertainment brand, is ready to reveal the world of Mentalism to crowds that are hungry

Funny old world

From Sweden’s new dancing queen to Turkey’s boy racer transport minister. Your weekly roundup of offbeat stories from around the world.

An Extravagant Teppanyaki Experience at Tenkū this September

This September, prepare to take your midday dining to spectacular heights with the Teppanyaki Lunch at Tenkuū, available daily from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at LKR 4,500 nett per person. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of

Sri Lankan Documentary Wins Satyajit Ray Bronze Award at South Asian Short Film Festival

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) is proud to announce that ‘No More Land’ (2024), a documentary film by Anomaa Rajakaruna (b.1965) which was commissioned for the museum’s past

Islands of Hope Geoffrey Bawa Trust and WNPS PLANT Unite to Restore Sri Lanka’s Vanishing Ecosystems

Cinnamon Grand Colombo Celebrates New GM

Cinnamon Grand Colombo recently held a special gathering at Breeze Bar to celebrate Nazoomi Azhar as their new General Manager and to wish Dushyantha Tittawella the best as he moves into the position of General Manager for

The Fake News Fast Lane Why We Keep Falling for AI Lies

It began with a single photo. A doctored image of Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala surfaced online last week. By the time the Ministry denied it and the CID announced a probe, the picture had already taken on a life of its own.