For Nishani Fernando Founder/Managing Director of Manisha Exports (Pvt) Ltd who was successful in winning big at the recently concluded WCIC PRATHIBHABHISHEKA – WOMEN ENTRPEPRENEUR AWARDS 2023, effective time management and delegating tasks are imp

In an awe-inspiring soiree of music, showmanship and event entertainment, the De Lanerolle Brothers commemorated their 15th anniversary at the place that started it all – The Waters Edge Hotel. A celebration of musical mastery reminiscing through t

An enchanting art exhibition “Portraits of the Wild” by the passionate wildlife artist, Roney Vyse will be held at the Lionel Wendt Art Centre gallery on 15, 16 and 17 March 2024, from 9am to 7pm. Hailing from the picturesque tea plantations of

In the March 2024 NTB WNPS monthly lecture, PhD Candidate Anya Ratnayaka, from the University of Queensland, is set to unveil the secrets of Sri Lanka’s small wild cats and shed light on their secretive lives as well as the critical conservation ef

Mandy Yin is Malaysian-born Chinese of Peranakan Nyonya heritage. She moved from Kuala Lumpur to London as a child and later became a corporate lawyer before embarking on her career in food. Having started off small with a street food stall in 2013 b

Today on the Buzz I speak to the young lady who added the extra flair to men’s fashion in Sri Lanka. It’s been 10 years for her brand Olive Couture and there is a show to celebrate it.  Today on the Buzz I speak to her about her 10 year journey.

Spanning just over two decades, Colombo Fashion Week has earned a reputation as one of the leading fashion weeks in Asia. Due to this, during each season there is a clutch of international designers who showcase their collections at CFW adding an int

Apart from charismatic species such as the leopard, elephant and blue whale, Sri Lanka is home to many other endemic species. But in recent years, the environment has been at the receiving end of haphazard decisions which are rapidly impacting the co

At a time when more flora and fauna are vulnerable to extinction, policymakers from around the world are already weighing in the pros and cons of biodiversity loss. Global figures indicate that around a quarter of the world’s animal and plant p

The Queen of the World Pageant was introduced to the world in 2022 as a pageant not merely focusing on beauty but also seeking ladies with exceptional talent and charisma. Therefore four ladies who have won the prestigious titles will represent thei

Today on the Buzz I speak to Megan who loves the creative and art side of life. Her love for poetry has built her quite a following. Megan is a creative mix bag of many talents, who experiments with writing, voice acting, singing, yoga and her backg

Renowned food writer and critic Rashmi Uday Singh graced our shores recently at the special invitation of chef Darshan Munidasa to attend a private event. During her whistle-stop visit to Colombo I had the privilege of meeting this dynamic lady who i

Lauded as one of Britain’s most eminent restaurateurs, renowned for his unparalleled expertise in sourcing ingredients with distinct provenance, Mark Hix is an award winning author and food writer with 12 cookbooks to his name. His latest book ‘H

The Royal Turf Club, Nuwara Eliya has embarked on an ambitious programme to uphold the tradition of horse racing in Nuwara Eliya.  Since the inception of horse racing in Sri Lanka, The Royal Turf Club, Nuwara Eliya has been a flag bearer of the spor

It was a power-packed day in the pool when 30 teams from U9, U11, U13, U15 and +25 Masters competed for the coveted RCUAC Challenge Shield 2024 now in its 3rd consecutive year. Organized by the Royal College Union Aquatics Club, the largest junior Wa

Sri Lanka’s burgeoning community of literary and art aficionados were treated to a smorgasbord of delights by way of the literary and art offerings scheduled as part of the Ceylon Literary and Art Festival which had HSBC as its principal sponsor al

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) comprises specialist hospital wards that provide treatment for patients who are very ill. They are staffed with specially trained healthcare professionals and contain sophisticated monitoring equipment. When a loved o

Chilaw in North Western Province is known for its wide, beautiful and unblemished beaches, diverse cultural heritage and multi religious sites; where travellers can visit a number of attractions. It is one of the few towns in all of Sri Lanka to be k

Property is appreciated or valued the most when the entire process of buying or selling goes smoothly without any hassle. However, the most common of all issues is the legal hurdle pertaining to the property which can seriously hinder a smooth transa

The festival was held in the salubrious citadel city of Kandy and has now moved to the heady metropolis of Colombo. Packed with many leading authors from Sri Lanka and around the globe, we chat to authors on their Literary lives and influences.

Property is appreciated or valued the most when the entire process of buying or selling goes smoothly without any hassle. However, the most common of all issues is the legal hurdle pertaining to the property which can seriously hinder a smooth transa

Colombo is always mushrooming new restaurants, cafes and bars that it’s hard to keep track and even harder to say you’ve tried them all. But ever so often, we find a restaurant that’s a ‘must try’, a spot worthy of the “have-you-tried-thi

Entertaining a full house with timeless hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s in the evening of 3rd of February was Rukshan and Melantha Perera, performing at their debut joint concert “Harmony for Little Hearts” which successfully took place at the

Sri Lanka is back in the spotlight of the literary world once again thanks to the newly launched Ceylon Literary and Art Festival which will take place from 8 - 12 February in Kandy and Colombo. Created and conceptualised by Ajai Vir Singh who owns t

n the pulsating world of beatboxing, Ahamed Rifdhan, known as Rif_dhan, stands as a dynamic force shaping the rhythmic landscape of Sri Lanka. From a fortuitous encounter at a corporate event to clinching the title of the Sri Lankan Beatbox Champion

Tell us a bit about your background and where you have lived? Why did you settle down in Sri Lanka? My initial schooling started from Bishop’s College Colombo 3. I left Sri Lanka during school and pursued the rest of my education until my graduatio

Does literature have to be relatable to everyone? In an age where 60% of the world’s population lives in Asia, three award-winning authors – Singaporean writer Balli Kaur Jaswal, Indian writer and journalist Manu Joseph and Sri Lanka’s very own

In today’s society people have to contend with numerous problems such as marital problems and family issues, grief, loneliness low self esteem, harrassment sometimes leading to grave problems and causing them to even take their own lives. We inte

We are just on the cusp of the second month of 2024 and Sri Lankan literary aficionados are in for another treat with the forthcoming Ceylon Literary and Art Festival which will take place from 8th to 12th February 2024. The first two days of the Fes