Review of ‘Encore’ The 80s, 90s and More’ A night of Nostalgia

The Lionel Wendt Theatre saw a full house for Encore – The 80s, 90s and More, the latest production by the Revelations Mixed Voice Choir under the direction of Sanjeev Jayaratnam. The atmosphere was lively from the start

Innovate’s “Akuru”

Innovate, the premium lifestyle brand of Atlas Axillia, recently launched an exciting product – a cinnamon-infused ink aromatic pen. Inspiring today’s youth, “Akuru” represents a fusion of authentic culture and modern creativity, designed

Menendez brothers face parole board seeking freedom after parents murders

Lyle and Erik Menendez will appear before California’s parole board to seek freedom this week, more than 35 years atfer the shotgun murders of their parents in the family’s luxury Beverly Hills home.

World’s oldest person celebrates 116th birthday in UK

The world’s oldest person, British woman Ethel Caterham, turned 116 on Thursday, months afer the title passed to her following the death of Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas. Caterham was due to mark the occasion quietly with her

Avora Foods takes curry leaf, kurakkan, red rice breads to Melbourne

The aroma of curry leaves, kurakkan (finger millet), red rice, and garlic-infused bread will soon drift through the streets of Melbourne, Australia, as Avora Foods Pvt. Ltd. prepares to open its doors in just 3 months. The idea was born when

NATTER & NOSH Fusion Cuisine

The siblings behind The Chinwag bring together their latest venture - Natter & Nosh, a fusion cuisine restaurant set right along Gregory’s Road in Colombo 7. The name itself is a playful nod to British slang and captures exactly what

Glow Beyond Borders

In a dazzling celebration of beauty, confidence, and wellness, GLOW by Mega Lifesciences reaffirmed its long-standing legacy as the official skincare nutrition partner of the Miss Universe Sri Lanka 2025 pageant. This year, the

Thai Seafood Lunch at The Kingsbury’s Ocean

The Kingsbury, Colombo, invites guests to embark on a culinary journey to Thailand with its exclusive Thai Seafood Lunch at Ocean Seafood Restaurant, one of Colombo’s premier seafood destinations.

55th Birthday Celebrations Good Shepherd Convent Batch of ’89

Good Shepherd Convent Kotahena, batch of ’89 celebrated their 55th Birthday in grand fashion with dinner and dancing at the Granbell Hotel Colombo.

Summer Market

In support of the Women’s Development Centre in Kandy, The Annie Prana Foundation recently organised a pop-up market at Dolce Italia.

Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival forges global ties

The Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival is setting its sights on bold new directions following its participation in the Momentum Programme at the Edinburgh International Book Festival. Representing Sri Lanka’s literary landscape, festival Co-founder and director Fazeena Rajabdeen was invited as a delegate to join high-level discussions alongside international literary leaders. The participation provided an invaluable platform for festival founders

Barcelona Uncovered

When a friend decided to visit me in London and suggested we take the chance to explore Europe together, Barcelona immediately stood out. With its promise of warm weather, world-renowned architecture, incredible food, and vibrant atmosphere, it felt like the perfect choice for a girls’ trip.

Mooching Around Mirissa

It is the second visit to another top villa in Mirissa, right on the beach.They must think however I’m Brit tourist ,they try and charge me 75 $ per head for dinner with a few drinks.The sea-facing town sits between Weligama and Matara,

Italian Brainrot The AI memes only kids know

In a Japanese shop selling pocket-money trinkets, there is a rack of toys, stickers and keyrings based on a global crew of AI-generated characters that almost every child knows about -- and very few adults. A walking shark in

Celebrating Cultural diversity at Independence Arcade

Colombo’s Independence Arcade turned into a vibrant hub of culture, commerce, and community over the weekend as ‘WINGS: Flight Begins Here’, a two-day diversity market, unfolded on August 1st and 2nd, drawing large crowds in

Balancing Energies for Relationships

Many homes experience bad Feng Shui in the form of arguments, lack of financial support and lot of stress which leads to unhappiness, bad relationship and dwindling marriage prospects of young men and women.

LuxConnect Membership Club Boutiques in Sri Lanka

The inaugural event of the LuxConnect membership club by Boutiques in Sri Lanka recently took place. Guests were welcomed with sunset cocktails on the beach, setting a relaxed and casual tone for the evening. It was followed by a fabulous seafood dinner at Loon

Yoroko At Cinnamon Life

Yoroko is Cinnamon Life’s Japanese offering, but not in the usual bento-box and bamboo-panel sense, this is Japanese inspired through the Nobu lens; fresh, precise and just exotic enough to justify the bill. If you are shelling

FACETS SRI LANKA International Gem and Jewellery Show

FACETS Sri Lanka 2026 was officially unveiled at a recent press conference, where the President of the SLGJA shared an inspiring vision for the show’s future. This 32nd edition marks an exciting new chapter, moving to a stunning

WiLAT Sri Lanka Launches “WiLAT WALK 25” to Celebrate National Logistics Day and Industry Resilience

Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT) Sri Lanka, the Women’s Forum of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), is proud to announce the launch of WiLAT WALK 25’, a landmark community walk celebrating the

Texture Matters A Weaver’s Journey Unfolds

Texture Matters is an exhibition where Marie Gnanaraj redefines the possibilities of her weaving practice. Her works are layered in unexpected ways, inviting one to reconsider what weaving can be. Some pieces are airy and

Sri Lanka’s Human-Elephant Conflict Hits Breaking Point WNPS Demands Action, Not Excuses

As Sri Lanka marked World Elephant Day, the Wildlife & Nature Protection Society (WNPS) underscores both the urgency of the human-elephant conflict (HEC) crisis and the practical solutions underway to address it.

Homecoming of the Wild Line by Rasitha Sanjeewa @ Harold Peiris Gallery, Lionel Wendt Art Centre on 22nd, 23rd and 24th August 2025

“Homecoming of The Wild Line” art exhibition marks the return of the internationally acclaimed Sri Lankan artist Rasitha Sanjeewa as he announces the launch of his latest collection, a profound exploration of emotion, instinct, and

Kevin Cruze

Kevin Cruze has survived opening nights, closing nights, and more backstage chaos than a Colombo wedding buffet. We’re diving into the triumphs, the teardowns, and the tea of a quarter-century in theatre, Today on Buzz

Commons Coffee House Marks 20 years of brewing memories

Colombo’s first homegrown coffee house and one of the city’s most beloved hangout spots ‘Commons Coffee House’ (CCH) celebrated its 20th anniversary last week. Popularly known as ‘Commons’, the café has been a cornerstone of

Symphony of Stars Mercedes Trophy 2025

The Royal Colombo Golf Club set the stage for the MercedesTrophy 2025, where the elegance of golf met the craftsmanship of Mercedes-Benz. Hosted exclusively for DIMO Mercedes-Benz owners, the tournament brought

Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa Slow Days in a Heritage Home

When you turn off the main road in Rambukkana and slip into the shade of a coconut plantation, the pace of life shifts without you even noticing. Jetwing Wahawa Walauwa sits at the heart of that feeling, a restored 19th-century heritage

GLOW NATURALLY, NOT ARTIFICIALLY

What if the ‘golden ticket’ to lighter skin came with a hidden cost? I’m sure all our bathrooms are neatly stocked with various creams, serums, and face masks that promise stardom, whitening glows, and masks that swear you’ll shine

Texture Matters A Weaver’s Journey Unfolds

Texture Matters is an exhibition where Marie Gnanaraj redefines the possibilities of her weaving practice. Her works are layered in unexpected ways, inviting one to reconsider what weaving can be. Some pieces are airy and

Clarence Rhythm of the Guitar

Clarence: Rhythm of the Guitar is more than just a film — it’s a love letter to a man who changed the course of Sinhala music. Produced by Thusitha Wijayasena, this musical drama tells the story of Clarence Wijewardena, the Father of Sinhala Pop, who electrified the local music scene in the 1960s with the introduction of the electric guitar.