The ‘No Days Off’ Lie We Need to Stop Believing

“No days off.”

Knee Pain, Back Pain or Recovering from Surgery? Here’s Why Pilates Is Becoming the Future of Rehabilitation

Longevity today is not just about how long we live, but how well we move, function, and remain independent as we age. At Nufloe, rehabilitation is not viewed as a short-term solution after injury or surgery, but as the foundation for long-term strength, mobility, and resilience. Our clients come from many different backgrounds, ages, and abilities, and each rehabilitation journey is unique. Pilates can be adapted to support people at every stage

“A Concert Beyond Vision” An Evening Not to Be Missed

An unforgettable evening of music and inspiration awaits as renowned Australian singer Derrick Junkeer takes the stage alongside Bright Light, the visually impaired students of the Riversheen School of Music. This unique collaboration brings together international excellence and extraordinary local talent. Bright Light has been working tirelessly to meet the demands of backing a world class performer, expanding their English repertoire in prepara

Sri Lanka America Society Members’ High Tea

The Sri Lanka America Society recently hosted its Members’ High Tea, an elegant gathering that brought together members and guests for a refined afternoon of camaraderie. Held at ‘Ahasa’ at the ITC Ratnadipa Hotel, the event

Yuwantha Yasas Bouquet of Love: Blooming in The Moment Curado Art Space

An exclusive viewing of Bouquet of Love: Blooming in The Moment by Yuwantha Yasas recently took place at Curado Art Space, drawing an audience of art enthusiasts and collectors. The exhibition showcased a captivating exploration

190th Birth Anniversary Charles Henry de Soysa

The 190th birth anniversary of renowned philanthropist Charles Henry de Soysa was recently commemorated with a solemn ceremony attended by distinguished guests, including British High Commissioner, Andrew Patrick and former Chief Justice of Fiji, Anthony Gates as Chief Guests. Wreaths were laid at the statue alongside the Principals of Prince and Princess of Wales

Silver Jubilee The Russian School of Ballet and Dancing Russian House in Colombo

The Russian School of Ballet and Dancing at the Russian House in Colombo recently marked its Silver Jubilee, celebrating 25 years of preserving and promoting the traditions of Russian ballet and folk dance. A special ceremony honoured 20 dancers for their outstanding achievements at the Russian Classical Ballet Examination, with each receiving a ballerina-shaped

Curado Art Space A Contemporary Convergence

Curado Art Space recently presented ‘A Contemporary Convergence’, an exhibition curated by Suresh Dominic, bringing together the work of over 25 Sri Lankan artists. The showcase featured leading names such as Anoli Perera, Anoma Wijewardene, Jagath

Not All Sisterhood Is Sacred

We love the idea of girls supporting girls.

The Colombo Wind Orchestra proudly presents The Alfred Reed Music Festival

Alfred Reed (1921 - 2005), an American neoclassical composer with more than 200 published works for wind orchestras and chamber ensembles. He travelled extensively as a guest conductor notably to work with the renowned TKWO (Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra) in Japan.

Crafting Visibility for SriLanka Mehala Ford’s London Vision

Friday Sari Project founder Mehala Ford is steadily emerging as one of the few independent champions working to secure meaningful international visibility for Sri Lankan craft, often doing so with remarkable personal commitment and, at times, her own financial resources. In a landscape where Sri Lankan makers possess extraordinary heritage skills yet often lack structured overseas representation, Ford’s efforts have become both timely and signifi

Main door and entry way

Designing and installing the main door and frame is an essential part of building construction. Adopting the correct dimensions, materials, and placement ensures that the house benefits from positive energy, which,

Three Families Cocktail Seasonings Gatz, Cinnamon Life

A unique celebration of Sri Lankan flavour and craftsmanship unfolded at Gatz, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, as Three Families brought together an exceptional trio of visionaries - Managing Director of

CHILDREN AND COMPUTERS

I realize we are now in the era of High-Technology. The age of the Computer began when I was well into adulthood and I have been scurrying ever after adapting for these last many years.

ARTRA Art Experience Collector Series Edition One

The debut ARTRA Art Experience, Collector Series, in partnership with Altair, featured a conversation between art patron and collector, Sharya Scharenguivel and Editor-in-Chief, ARTRA Magazine, Azara Jaleel. They explored a family legacy of art patronage from George Keyt’s 1939 Gothami Vihare murals to Sharya’s own collection, featured in the Women and Modernism Edition 69 (2025), highlighting overlooked women artists of the early to mid-1900s.

When Fairytales Don’t Quite Work Out…

Anonymous Productions will bring back the bold and witty stage production Fairytales Suck! , marking the return of a show that blends humour, satire, and social reflection, with the creative talent of Sajini Shabbir,

Ananda and Priyani turn

Ananda and Priyani Wickramaratne recently celebrated their 80th birthdays, organised by their daughter Shamina Perera and surrounded by family and friends. The event was held at the Victorian Ballroom of the

The Business of Loneliness

Not long ago, loneliness was considered a private ache, something people endured quietly and rarely discussed in polite company.

AI’s Quiet Takeover of How Work Actually Gets Done

Monday morning. A procurement team reviews supplier contracts. A customer service queue routes itself intelligently. Financial forecasts update in real time based on market shifts. Nobody announces “we’re using AI now.” It’s just how work happens.

Fashion as Fine Art Senaka De Silva’s New Mission to Train Designers

For decades, Senaka De Silva has been a vibrant and influential figure in Sri Lanka’s creative landscape—an artist, designer, model trainer and fashion guru who helped shape the country’s fashion industry from its earliest days. To many who grew up watching Colombo’s evolving creative scene, he was also an unforgettable presence. The writer remembers that as a young teenager she was fascinated each time she saw him walking through her neighbourho

Dining Space Design

Ancient Chinese believed that the energy of your kitchen/dining kitchen and dining area are directly correlated to your wealth. When there is no money, there is no food on the table; as simple as that.

Rocking on the Rocks

We land in Sydney, the Rocks has heavy rain and it’s late in the evening. A pleasant young well educated Indian taxi driver from Hyderabad takes us to our apartment . The owners of the apartment tell us the fob is fastened in a box on to a tree near the property . In the heavy rain on our knees we sort out the combo . All the hassle is worth it as the apartment is well located

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka (MBFW Sri Lanka) has unveiled an ambitious three-year strategic roadmap through 2028, signalling strong institutional confidence in the country’s fashion and creative economy. The announcement confirms key long-term partnerships and provides the market with forward visibility as the platform continues to position Colombo as an

Celebrating the Birthday of His Majesty King Charles III

To celebrate the Birthday of His Majesty King Charles III, British High Commissioner, Andrew Patrick hosted a special reception at the ITC Ratnadipa Hotel. Distinguished guests, diplomats and dignitaries gathered to mark the occasion in a warm and elegant setting.

The amazing biodiversity of Sri Lanka

In the first part of this talk, Author-Photographer Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne points out that Sri Lanka is disproportionately rich in species. He presents possible reasons for this and then makes the case that Sri Lanka is one of the best all-round wildlife destinations in the world.

The quiet chapter colombo An Evening with Ashok Ferrey

The recent launch of The Quiet Chapter in Colombo welcomed readers into a growing community built around quiet reading and meaningful connection.

Laylatun Noor ‘26

Laylatun Noor ‘26, the annual Iftar held at Curtin University Colombo, brought together students, staff, alumni, and distinguished guests for an evening celebrating the spirit of Ramadan.

ASTROLOGY ANYONE?

“The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars but in ourselves” said Caesar – or rather said Shakespeare in the Tragedy “Julius Caesar”. Those of my generation (several decades ago) quoted him when trying to explain why the most recent prediction of the family soothsayer had gone totally wonky.

S. Thomas’ College and Bishop’s College The decades Party 2026

The Decades Party, organised by the S. Thomas’ College OBA and the Bishop’s College OGA, was recently held at the Grand Marquee of Taj Samudra. The vibrant evening brought together alumni and friends for a nostalgic celebration of music through the years. With five DJs spinning hits from four unforgettable decades, the dance floor stayed alive throughout the night as

The Morning After Women’s Day

By the time you read this, Women’s Day is already behind us.