Rishini Weeraratne
Editor, The Sun (Sri Lanka) Rishini Weeraratne is a prominent figure in Sri Lanka’s media industry, with an impressive portfolio spanning journalism, digital media, and content strategy. As the Editor of The Sun (Sri Lanka) and The Weekend Online at the Daily Mirror, she plays a pivotal role in shaping thought-provoking and engaging content. In her capacity as Head of Social Media at Wijeya Newspapers Limited, she oversees the social media strategy for leading platforms, including Daily Mirror Online, Lankadeepa Online, Tamil Mirror Online, HI!! Online, Daily FT Online, Times Online, WNow English, and WNow Sinhala. Beyond her editorial work, Rishini is the author of ‘She Can,’ a widely followed weekly column celebrating the stories of empowered women in Sri Lanka and beyond. Her writing extends to fashion, events, lifestyle, world entertainment news, and trending global topics, reflecting her versatile approach to journalism. Recognized for her contributions to digital media, Rishini was honoured with the Top50 Professional and Career Women’s Global Award in 2023 for Leadership in Digital Media in Sri Lanka by Women in Management. Under her guidance, her team has achieved significant accolades, including Social Media House of the Year (2020, New Generation Awards), Youth Corporate Award (2021, New Generation Awards) and the Silver Award from YouTube for both Daily Mirror Online and Lankadeepa Online. Currently, Rishini divides her time between London and Colombo, continuing to drive innovation in media while championing powerful storytelling across multiple platforms.
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
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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
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Rotary District Conference 2025
Spotted: At the Rotary District Conference 2025 (Sri Lanka and Maldives) held on the 5th of April 2025 at the Nelum Pokuna Theatre, Colombo.
Streaming vs. Traditional TV Who’s Winning the Couch Battle?
Once upon a time, we all huddled around bulky TVs, flipping through channels, hoping something good was on. Then came streaming, and suddenly, we had the power to watch anything, anytime, anywhere.
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THE WORLD RICH LIST 2025
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The Monday Brief
The first week of April 2025 has been marked by significant global events spanning economic upheavals, natural disasters, political developments, and security incidents. Noted below are eight key breaking news stories.
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