THE WEEKEND SPOTLIGHT
The 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival featured an impressive line-up, including headliners Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, and Travis Scott. Notable performances also came from Missy
Easter: A Timeless Celebration of Hope, Sacrifice and Renewal
For millions around the world, Easter is more than a public holiday or a time for chocolate eggs and festive meals, it’s the cornerstone of Christian faith, a season marked by reflection, sacrifice, and ultimately, the
EASTER 2025
Wishing all our wonderful readers a joyful and peaceful Easter! May this season of renewal bring fresh hope, happiness, and the warmth of new beginnings into your lives. As we celebrate with
The Life List: Streaming now on Netflix
The Life List is a 2025 romantic comedy-drama film that beautifully blends emotions, family values, and a sense of rediscovery. Released on Netflix on March 28, the movie is based on the best-selling novel by
The Bittersweet Life of Almost
There’s a quiet sorrow that comes from living a life of almost. Not quite the top. Not quite the favorite. Not quite the one people talk about in glowing terms at dinners or award shows or over
The Spark That Lit An Inner Fire
They say that it is when someone is completely rudderless and alone that their search to find themselves truly begins. A sudden lack of something to do invariably propels a person to search
Fatema Ali, Laser Tag Station
In the heart of Sri Lanka’s rapidly shifting entertainment scene, one woman is changing the rules of play. Fatema Ali, the powerhouse behind Laser Tag Station, has introduced the country’s first dedicated laser
Hop Into Easter Wonderland at Cinnamon Life: Colombo’s Grandest Easter Celebration Yet!
This April, Cinnamon Life is inviting Colombo’s families to embrace the magic of Easter in the most spectacular way. On Saturday, April 20, the city’s most anticipated Easter celebration, Hop
Gossip, Virality, and the Fine Line Between Trend and Trouble
Let’s talk about the video that had every single Sri Lankan with a Wi-Fi connection glued to their screen this Avurudu season. Content creator Kalathma Hitihamige jumped on a US-originated trend where people
UK Supreme Court Rules Women Are Legally Defined as Biological Females!
In a momentous legal victory for women’s rights and the protection of female-only spaces, the UK Supreme Court has ruled that the legal definition of ‘woman’ under the Equality Act 2010 refers strictly to
High-Profile Transgender Cases That Sparked Public Outcry from Women’s Rights Activists
In recent years, several transgender-related legal cases have garnered significant media attention, especially concerning the participation of biological men in women’s spaces and sports. These cases have
Celebrating the Heartbeat of a Nation The Spirit of Avurudu
Sinhala and Tamil New Year, Avurudu, is far more than an astrological transition. It is the heartbeat of Sri Lankan culture, a cherished time when the entire nation slows down to honour age-old traditions,
IMRA Awards 2025 Celebrating International Women’s Day
The IMRA Awards 2025 brought together a powerful celebration of the incredible achievements of Muslim women across Sri Lanka. Founded by Fathima Aziz, the event paid tribute to women who have made
His & Hers Summer Staples That Always Work
There’s something about summer that calls for a reset. A stripping back of complications, a return to ease. This season, that philosophy is reflected in the wardrobe. Whether you’re leaning into tailored elegance or
An Eleven-Minute Space Journey
On April 14, 2025, pop superstar Katy Perry made headlines by participating in Blue Origin’s NS-31 mission, an 11-minute suborbital spaceflight that marked the first all-female crewed mission since Valentina Tereshkova’s solo flight in
A Thoroughbred Life In Conversation with Gamini Jayaratne
My first encounter with horses came on my 13th birthday, a surprise gift from my parents in the form of a spirited half-breed. In a decision that thrilled me but mildly irked my older brother, I named the horse ‘Anuk of
Fearlessly Rocking Her Kingdom
The first time I met Natalie Jayasuriya-Rodrigo was in London during the summer of 2005. I had just graduated from university and was about to fly back to Colombo to celebrate my 21st birthday. London was shimmering in its
Netflix’s Adolescence Igniting a Global Conversation on Social Media’s Impact on Youth
In March 2025, Netflix released Adolescence, a gripping and provocative drama that dives deep into the dark intersections of teenage vulnerability, mental health, and online radicalization. With its chillingly
Ancient Tamil Food Science
Tamil culture is one of the oldest in the world, and its food system is just as ancient and fascinating. Long before modern science talked about nutrition, Ayurveda, or wellness diets, Tamil texts had already laid out a complex,
Grand Launch of GFlock
Spotted: At the grand launch of GFlock at No. 80, Pannipitiya Road, Battaramulla.
Suba Aluth Avurudhak Wewa!
As the scent of kiribath fills the air and the rhythmic beats of the rabana echo across homes, we step into another Sinhala and Tamil New Year; Avurudhu, rooted in tradition, gratitude, and
Celebrating Tradition and Togetherness Mahesha Amarasuriya on the Spirit of Avurudhu
The Sinhala and Tamil New Year, known as Avurudhu, is one of the most cherished and vibrant cultural festivals in Sri Lanka. Falling in April, it marks not just the transition from the old year to the new, but also
A Fistful of my Sky In Conversation with Dr. Anand Gokani
In his evocative memoir ‘A Fistful of My Sky,’ Dr. Anand Gokani takes readers on a journey through a defining four-month rural internship in Jawhar; a remote tribal region of Maharashtra. What
Motherhood and Identity A loss. A rebirth. Or both?
Although I’m not a mother, and am far too young to be one, it’s a topic that has always intrigued me. These reflections aren’t drawn from personal experience but from the stories I’ve gathered from mothers
Avurudu Maha Gedara Kavili Kade
Mount Lavinia Hotel kicked off its iconic ’Avurudu Maha Gedara 2025’ festivities with a spectacular opening on April 6th, unveiling a traditional Kavili Kadé (sweetmeat shop) that will run until April 13th. The historic
Tudu-Wije Aluth Avurudu Ulela
The Tudu-Wije Aluth Avurudu Ulela lit up the evening on 6th April 2025. Hosted at the residence of Dhammika Attygalle, it was a vibrant celebration of tradition, food, and festivity.
Preethi Vasantha Avurudhu Udhawa
Spotted: Guests indulging in Avurudhu treats and traditional games at the elegant Avurudhu Afternoon Tea hosted by Prithi Fernando at her penthouse at Colombo City Centre Residencies.
Like Horoscope Readings, Bad Marketing Advice Is Ruining Good Brands
Every year, hundreds of young Sri Lankan couples walk into astrologers offices with dreams of forever. They walk out with a neatly printed list of planetary red flags, told that their stars don’t align, cue in-laws gasping, parents panicking, and another love story turned Greek tragedy. One minute it’s, ‘they’re perfect for each other!’ Next minute it’s, ‘Baba they said you have Mangala dosha. Let’s cancel the wedding.’ We’ve normalized outsourci
Wearing Intention, Not Just Decoration
Once upon a time, jewellery was the final flourish, a last-minute decision made in front of the mirror. A flash of gold, a shimmer of silver, a sparkle added to make an outfit pop. But in today’s world, where burnout battles mindfulness and authenticity is the ultimate luxury, jewellery is no longer just about decoration, it’s about intention. Before we step into the chaos of the day, there’s a moment of stillness: we fasten a clasp, adjust a rin
The Problem with BMI Rethinking How We Measure Health
In today’s world, health is often reduced to numbers: steps walked, calories burned, hours slept. The healthcare system itself leans heavily on numerical values and formulas to assess well-being. Among these, Body Mass Index (BMI) is perhaps one of the most commonly used tools but also one of the most controversial.