The Pickle Island

After the resounding success of The Fun Island in 2022, where families and friends gathered for joyful experiences, co-founders Ronali and Dilshan Michael have taken their vision a step further.

WCIC’s Ramp Up! 2024 Empowering Sri Lankan Women Designers to a Global Stage

WCIC Ramp Up! 2024: The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) is set to host Ramp Up! 2024, a highly anticipated event dedicated to empowering Sri Lankan female designers and entrepreneurs.

Super majority or Simple majority?

Today IN YOUR OPINION, Anusha David interviews an eclectic group who debate the balance of power at the forthcoming general election.

Ella Town 800 Meters of Vibrant High Street

Ella town has always been low on my priority list due to its backpacker reputation. However, the area boasts some amazing attractions.

AOD students showcase their creativity

Today marks the four day extravaganza of workshops and fashion shows which will be held at Cinnamon Life.

Reflect: Reframe: Renewal Anoma Wijewardene at SLDF

As part of the Sri Lanka Design Festival under the banner of Mercedes Benz Art celebrated artist Anoma Wijewardene will be one of three speakers addressing the salient topic of Art and Women as a catalyst for change.

‘Rainforest Trekking’

Last week in ‘Life Travel’ we featured Sri Lanka’s only ‘LEED PLATINUM’ status certified hotel and first sustainable ecofriendly hotel project ‘Rainforest Ecolodge’ bordering the Sinharaja Forest.

The Music of ABBA, ARRIVAL from Sweden

A truly unique and memorable concert, ‘The Music of ABBA, ARRIVAL from Sweden’ will take place on November 23 at 8 pm at Paradise Beach, Mount Lavinia Hotel .

Sanaya Buddhadasa

On the buzz today, we meet Sanaya Buddhadasa – the Sri Lankan table tennis wonder who’s now serving up victories for Team Australia!

Must-Have Chrome Extensions for Peak Productivity

In an era where the average professional spends over six hours daily in their web browser, the right tools can make all the difference between productivity and digital chaos.

Delving into the youth vape trap

The sight of a group of huddled youngsters in good spirits sharing giggles and stories is enough to make anyone older reminisce about their own youthful days.

Architectural Alchemy

This year The Sri Lanka Design Festival takes place at the newly built Cinnamon Life complex which has changed the Colombo architectural landscape with its sprawling structure. Conceptualised by Cecil Balmond his vision was executed by Balmond Studios which set up an office in Colombo.

Hunting Ass in Sri Lanka

There are two major places on the island of Sri Lanka to find the ass, Kalpitiya and Mannar. Ass is both a singular and plural name for the donkey.

Mouthwatering East Asian Food

How do you typically eat at a restaurant? You sit down, check the menu, you order, the food is cooked and brought to your table and you gobble it down.

Cupcakes by Sharon In Negombo

It’s been two years since we spoke to home baker Sharone De Lambert of Sharon’s Cakes, and a lot has changed.

Rajeev Colton

On the buzz I have Rajeev Colton (Wickramaratne) who was born in Colombo, Sri Lanka, but moved to Kandy, where he discovered his first love: movies—thanks to Jurassic Park at age six.

The Psychology of Catfishing

Catfishing: we’ve all heard about it, and some unlucky folks have even been on the receiving end of it. It’s the strange phenomenon where someone, instead of using their real name, face, and life story, invents an entirely fake persona to lure others into a “relationship” or just mess with them.

Kess Seeing the hair and beauty agenda at MBFW Sri Lanka

The much vaunted Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka is days away and this year too leading hair salon Kess will collaborate with the designers to create cutting edge hair and beauty looks to grace the runway.

Maathra A Moveable Feast

Lyceum International Schools delivered its 13 th edition of “Maathra”, at the BMICH premises, on the 12 th October.

Kandy The City of Hills and Heritage

Kandy is said to be the most tourist visited city in Sri Lanka. It has a long history and was established back in 1470. The English name later used was Kandy, said to be derived from the Sinhala term ’’City on Hills’’.

Yohani’s Debut Album ’’Kella’’

South Asian pop sensation Yohani has achieved a remarkable milestone with her debut album ’’Kella’’ being officially submitted for consideration in the Best Global Music Album category at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.

Helping others to Navigate through their Immigration Pathways

Based in Canada, Kaumadi Galagedara is Head of Legal and Documentation at Ardent Immigration Inc.

Colombo has a lot to offer

There are tons of things to do in Colombo. But sometimes we tend to stick to the same old same old. So today we thought of writing about the experiences that stood out and added some excitement, peace, and spice to the mundane Colombo life.

Sampath Bank presents SOSL POPS

Sampath Bank PLC was proud to present SOSL POPS, A Trilingual Extravanganza, in an exclusive performance for their privileged customers.

Grindlays Regency

Ambepussa, located strategically at a central point along the main travel routes between Colombo, Kandy and Kurunegala, has long been a popular stopover for long-distance travellers due to its convenient location.

Behind the Spotlight A Call for Change in the Performing Arts

Posing dramatically with a dazzling smile plastered on her face, a flashing spotlight illuminating the beads of sweat formed on her forehead, bejewelled eyes mirroring the satisfaction from a roaring audience, she gasps breathlessly from the rushing exhilaration after a star performance.

Susan Joachim

Susan Joachim, a Sri Lankan migrant, has called Australia home for over a decade, where she has excelled in her professional endeavors.

Shamkhan

Shamkhan, born in Kolam, Kerala, dreamed big from the start. He kicked off his career modelling in college back in 2012 and quickly moved into choreographing shows.

Grief and Healing After a Suicide Why Communities Must Come Together

The recent deaths of school students have left an unimaginable void in their families, schools, and our broader community.

Sri Lankan Designer Natharlea Yahampath Showcases Alpaca Wool Collection in London

Sri Lankan fashion designer Natharlea Yahampath recently made waves in London with the unveiling of her latest collection of handmade knitwear.