Last week we were able to do a video interview of the record breaking motorcycle racers of Sri Lanka, Jayden and Aaron Gunewardana, sons of racing legend Shane Gunewardana and their cousin Jacques Gunewardana also known as the “Racing Bros”. Havi

Internationally-renowned drumming sensation and one of Australia’s leading percussionists Ray Pereira was recently bestowed with th

It’s common to hear from many that they are going through a roller coaster in their relationships. When it pertains to someone close to you and you happen to know the couple it gets difficult to take sides, advise or even support any one of them

Magic spell turns a lyricist into a producer, musician into a lyricist and another lyricist into an actor

The first-ever telefilm created in Sri Lanka on Autism titled ‘Senu’ co-directed, co-produced and scripted by Ruvani Kurukulasuriya, a

With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, it was a trying year for most businesses, restaurants being one of them. Many businesses had no choice but to shutdown whilst others manged to keep t

“The Disruptor Series” profiles businesspeople and entrepreneurs making waves in their industries; redefining their businesses, spearheading innovation, tackling unprecedented change and disrupting the status quo. CEO and Co-Founder of ISSO Resta

When exploring new horizons and embarking on novel ventures, even the most prepared individuals usually encounter unforeseen and unanticipated surprises, stumbling blocks, forks and detours. A rite of passage, a trial by fire often brings out the bes

Would audiences pay to see a new movie on the big screen if they could watch the same title at home from the comfort of their couch? Prior to the pandemic, the response from theatre operators and cinem

I started Bath Bliss as a hobby somewhere towards the end of 2014. Back then I was working as a Consultant Financial Analyst and this was my past time. How it started was when a cousin gifted me a box of handmade soaps, shampoos and body scr

Early learning students, such as kindergarteners, preschoolers and grade 01 children are usually overflowing with enthusiasm, curiosity, eager to create friends and brimming with playfulness. This is the age group where they learn to enhance skills a

Milestone birthdays are incredibly special. It is even greater when celebrating that of a gentleman who is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, humanitarian and the Chairman of the Maliban Group of Companies. Ratnapala Samaraweera, fondly known as Ratna

Sri Lanka: Island of Islands new book published by the National Trust Sri Lanka, sponsored by Sail Lanka Authors: Sher

Sri Lanka seemed like a version of paradise to Razeen Sally as a child, but conflict was soon to follow, tearing the family apart and searing their bond with Sri Lanka. Return to Sri Lanka is the story of a twenty-first century reconciliation between

Quoted as “one of the region’s finest DJs” in Dubai’s THE MAG magazine, Shefan Lantra aka ‘Mr Shef Codes’ is already successful as a well recognized DJ based in Dubai. He plays in some of the biggest clubs in Dubai that are mostly fille

For years, he did everything his way and today he has achieved what he desired to be. Ever since his childhood, Lahiru Mudalige’s dream was to become a media person. He never stopped, but chased his dreams until he landed a job as a radio jockey ju

In 2005 two underground project managers from London, Samantha Green (Sam) and her husband Mark visited Sri Lanka to relieve their post-traumatic stress following a deadly terrorist attack. But the large number of stray dogs that wer

It must have been a proud moment for Gehan Cooray when his movie “The Billionaire” won the Feature Comedies at the Burbank International Film Festival in September 2020. Sri Lankan born Gehan Cooray, now based in Los Angeles is a

“The Disruptor Series” profiles businesspeople and entrepreneurs making waves in their industries; redefining their businesses, spearheading innovation, tackling unprecedented change and disrupting the status quo. In our kick off interview, Navee

An eccentric, prudish, young gay billionaire of Sri Lankan descent, Victor Ognisanti de Parerga is looking for a suitor. But the suitor must turn $10,000 into $ 3 million in six months as per his father’s conditions. Victor who seems to be the ulti

THE NATIONAL TRUST – SRI LANKA DR. ROLAND SILVA MEMORIAL LECTURE ON WEDNESDAY 27TH JANUARY 2021 Sri Lanka was linked, by sea, to maritime cultures of the Euro-Asian landmass. Mariners and merchants spread ideas and technology between these culture

Samantha Green, Chief Executive Officer of Dogstar Foundation has been awarded a British Empire Medal for her services to animal welfare. Samantha began her work in Sri Lanka in 2005, after noticing many local dogs had parasites. S

Many people are blessed with various forms of aptitudes but only a few are bestowed with multiple extra ordinary talents. Popular actor and singer Ajith Weerasinghe is one such personality.He has excelled as an actor, singer and successful businessma

Veteran film technician Karunadasa Pathirathna was awarded the Kalabhimani title recently at an event held at the Colombo District Secretariat in recognition of his valued contribution to the Sinhala cinema industry. In a career spanni

Sri Lankan Singer-Songwriter and Producer Charin Mendes has released four new songs with the iconic Brian McKnight Jr. Mendes is a chart-topping recording artist with iTunes top 10 and top 100 credits in multiple territories worldwide. His album

Most of us in this Island know who Otara Gunawardhane is. Otara is an accomplished businesswoman who launched the concept of a shopping mall in Sri Lanka; the stylish lifestyle Odel mall that sold everything you were looking for in the form of cloth

Gayan Prageeth’s latest exhibition, titled Eyes Only, revolves around the developments of the development of politics and corruption in Sri Lanka post-war. His thought provoking use of intricate illustrations of d

Press Play is billed as one of the most interesting aspects of The Sri Lanka Design Festival which runs from 15th-17th January. Hosted by the Chief Curator, Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka Sharmini Pereira, Press Play is a series of

Shining a spotlight on the need to preserve the cultural heritage of local artisans while empowering them through design Sri Lanka Design Forum 2021 will witness a unique discourse by Victoria Walker. AODs Design For Sustainable Development Foundatio

The Year 2021 is year known as The Year of the Yin Metal OX – Xin Chou Ox is the 2nd animal in the 12 Chinese zodiac signs and is part of the Earth Cycle in the cycle of the season of five elements in Feng