From Survivor to Advocate Rosh’s Mission to Empower Women Through BARE

Rosh Kumarasinghe, widely recognised as Beauty by Rosh, has never been ashamed of her past. Her experience in an abusive relationship did not break her—it shaped her purpose. Rather than dwell on the past, she chose to build a future where survivors of domestic violence feel seen, heard, and empowered. Today, she stands not just as a survivor but as an advocate, dedicating her life to ensuring that other women know that life after domestic violen

Highlighting sustainability and innovation

Day Four of Mastercard Colombo Fashion Week provided a fitting finale to four days of back to back fashion. The final evenings show was a thrilling blend of sustainability, sensuality, and creative innovation. Each designer brought diverse expressions of fashion to life, each offering a fresh perspective on how fashion can reflect personal identity, cultural heritage, and environmental responsibility. The evening was a vibrant celebration of the

Spotlighting the Best Dressed off the ramp

Heritage Meets High Fashion

Day 3 of Colombo Fashion Week opened with a striking presentation by one of Sri Lanka’s most beloved designers, Charini Suriyage.

silver jubilee celebration

Sri Lankan heavy metal pioneers Stigmata are kicking off their 25th Anniversary celebrations with their first gig of the year “Silver Jubilee: 25 Years of Steel” on Saturday, 29th March 2025 at the Main Sports Bar and Restaurant - Havelock City Mall.

St Tropez Leggie Blondes and Short Dogs

St. Tropez is a city on the south coast of France and its history starts around 599 BC. The towns name was derived from Saint Torpes, a martyred early Christian. In the 1920s,

Duaine Peiris

How do our food experts cook & eat? This week, the founder of Calorie Counter, celebrating its 10th year anniversary, Duaine Peiris takes our Q&A!

Bishop’s College 150 years THE ELEVENTH ORATION TO THE SISTERS OF ST MARGARET

After the service at St. Michaels Church Polwatte, which was the first event to celebrate this milestone

Emerging Designers to Watch at CFW

Colombo Fashion Week (CFW) returns with its latest edition starting this evening. Spread over the next three days, a fresh crop of designers who are part of the The Emerging Designer Platform at Colombo Fashion Week (CFW) is set to take the stage, bringing bold ideas, innovative craftsmanship, and a distinct Sri Lankan flair to the runway. This year’s lineup of emerging talent showcases a diverse mix of creatives who are redefining fashion throu

Tea, Biscuits and a Dash of Madness at Helga’s Folly

If Alice in Wonderland had a Sri Lankan chapter, it would be set at Helga’s Folly—a place where art spills from the walls, history dances in the candlelight, and conventional hotels are simply boring in comparison. Nestled above Kandy’s lush, misty hills, this place is less of a hotel and more of a living, breathing, psychedelic dreamscape.

A Long Look At True Love

The performance of ‘Love Letters’ produced at The Lionel Wendt Theatre has just ended its run to a packed house every night.

Nations Trust WNPS Monthly Lecture Wetlands and You

The February Nations Trust WNPS monthly lecture is all about wetlands and will provide a glimpse of their intricate relationship with us. Interestingly it will also open us to the world and work of many, highlighting the need for governance, science and cooperation.

Fun in the Sun

I was so excited for this adventure I could hardly sleep the night before. Six of us were invited to travel by a small boat named GRADY WHITE from Colombo Port City to Bolgoda. What fun indeed! In just about 2 hours we sped across the ocean,

A Walk of Shame in Colombo

There are two waterfront walks I’ve been doing for over a decade in Colombo. They are both around two Beira Lakes and their canal links. Sadly, they have become walks of shame. It’s safe to say the country has been financially broke, we finally have hopes for a government for the people. The local authority is still however paying its management and workers,

Love, Loss, and Letters The Cast of Love Letters Reflect on Their Roles

As Love Letters takes center stage at the Lionel Wendt Theatre, audiences are being drawn into A.R. Gurney’s evocative romantic comedy, which captures the poignant beauty of a friendship that endures for nearly six decades. Running from February 13 to 16, 2025, the Pulitzer Prize-nominated play reveals the intricate,

Flavours of Bali, Indonesia At Hilton Colombo Residencies

A slice of Bali arrives in Colombo as Hilton Colombo Residencies hosts its Balinese Food Festival from 7 to 21 February 2025 to journey to the heart of Bali. The Festival, curated by Chefs Ed and Ray from Hilton Bali Resort, is an exclusive buffet that showcases the bold, vibrant and aromatic flavours of Balinese cuisine with slow-cooked stews, grilled meats, indulgent desserts and free-flow of house cocktails and mocktails.

A Valentine’s Day to Remember

This Valentine’s Day, let your love story unfold at The Kingsbury, Colombo. Set against the elegance of their charming venues, They offer an array of experiences designed to sweep you and your loved one off your feet. From candlelit dinners to spa treatments and a party under the stars, join them for an unforgettable celebration of love on the 14th of February.

A Valentine’s Guide to Love Languages

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you might be scrambling to get her the freshest bunch of roses and only the most delectable chocolates. Or you might be hustling to find him the most authentic leather wallet or an expensive perfume that smells just right.

GLF 2025 Four Days of Literary Brilliance, Debate, and Cultural Celebration

The Galle Literary Festival returned this year in spectacular fashion, drawing writers, thinkers, and book lovers from around the world to Sri Lanka’s historic coastal city. Over four days, the festival delivered an electrifying mix of thought-provoking discussions, book launches, poetry readings, and panel debates, all set against the stunning backdrop of Galle Fort.

Lost Roots A Sri Lankan Adoptee’s 20-Year Search for her Birth Family

For 20 years, Fardau Huisman has been searching for a missing piece of her identity—the truth about her birth family. Born in Sri Lanka in January 1985 and adopted by a Dutch family as a baby, she grew up in Holland with little knowledge of her origins. Her Sri Lankan name was Ganga, but the identity of her biological parents remains a mystery.

A Visit to Auschwitz

Last week was the eightieth anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz Concentration Camp in Poland.Visiting the site had been on my bucket list since I was a young teenager. I could not believe the programmes on TV saying over a million people had been exterminated in this camp. Neither could I believe what “man would do to mankind.“ The promise was that one day I would visit Auschwitz.

GLF 2025 Celebrated Authors, Historians, and Chefs Gather for Galle Literary Festival 2025

The Galle Literary Festival 2025 which begins today will over the next next three days host an exceptional lineup of speakers, each bringing a unique perspective to storytelling, history, and culture. Dr. Eithne Nightingale,

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Meet AGNAR on the Buzz this week... Where style meets self-expression!

Galle Literary Festival 2025 A Celebration of Words, Ideas, and Storytelling

Every year, within the ramparts of Galle Fort, where echoes of colonial history meet the rhythms of modern Sri Lanka, a remarkable gathering unfolds—one that celebrates the enduring power of literature. The Galle Literary Festival 2025, set to take place from February 6 to 9, promises yet another spellbinding journey into the world of books, ideas, and creativity. For literary lovers, cultural enthusiasts, and seekers of inspiration, this festiv

Gourmet Galle Andi Oliver

Award-winning TV chef and broadcaster Andi Oliver has enjoyed a rich and varied career rooted in food and music. She has been a judge, contributor, and presenter on various BBC food programmes. Andi first rose to fame in 1981 as the frontwoman of the band Rip Rig and Panic alongside Neneh Cherry. She later hosted numerous TV music shows, festivals, and programmes, performing at prestigious venues such as The Royal Albert Hall and the West End.

Dilmah Tea Celebrates World Wetlands Day 2025 at Beddagana Wetland Park

Atwo-day Immersive experience showcasing the Wonders of Wetland Conservation to celebrate World Wetlands Day this year, Dilmah Conservation will host a unique event ‘Dusk to Dawn: Experience the Wetland Wonder’ on 1st and 2nd February 2025. The celebration will consist of two days of engaging and hands-on conservation related activities – all free of charge – from camera trapping demos,

A Very Diverse Bangkok … Revisited

It has been twenty years since my last visit to Bangkok. Yet, having done two trips there in six months I see much has changed. A bunch of friends gathered to celebrate a few birthdays , catch up and chill. Six have lived in Bangkok and some have done business there, so there is a lot of historic knowledge. Six different nationalities plus a Brit( that’s me), and a token yanky Sri Lankan.

latest branch Ceylon Sports Therapy

Ceylon Sports Therapy, one of the leading Deep Tissue and Sports Correctional Institutes, opened their latest branch at Royal College Sports Complex recently

Rani How Swarna’s lifelong dream became a reality

Asoka Handagama’s latest cinematic masterpiece ‘Rani’ delves into the extraordinary life of Dr. Manorani Saravanamuttu, mother of prominent journalist, author, human rights activist and actor Richard de Zoysa who was abducted and murdered on February 18, 1990. Despite political upheaval and unrest at the time, Manorani was determined to seek justice for her son’s gruesome murder. Her pursuit of justice for her own son and people who were victims

Hideout Lounge Kandy Eating (and Feasting) in the Hills

There’s something about Kandy’s crisp evening air that makes a good meal even better. Maybe it’s the mist rolling over the hills, the cool breeze carrying the scent of rain, or just the way the city slows down after dusk. Either way, Hideout Lounge Kandy proved to be the perfect place to settle in for a night of good food, great company, and a little indulgence.