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Building up underprivileged communities
August found Indira Kithsiri flying in to Sri Lanka to sit on the jury for the E-Swabhimani 2017 Digital Social Impact Awards. The award, which recognizes the best locally developed e-content and application seems like the perfect scenario for Indira, whose own entrepreneurial spirit took her from being a 21 year old undergrad to working [...]
Chester Bennington tribute concert today
It was indeed a sad moment, when the world discovered that Linkin Park’s (LP) lead vocalist, Chester Benington had taken his life. Today marks World Suicide Prevention day and in light of that, Theme institute, a non-profit organization will launch ‘LIVE- Because It’s Worth It’’ a campaign aimed at creating awareness on suicide and prevention, [...]
‘Musical Perpetua’ bringing past and present pupils together
The beauty of a particular song sometimes resonates in the fact that it stirs a certain memory. To many, that tune would take them back to their school days. S.Thomas’ College, Mt. Lavinia has always had a rich tradition of music and over the years, they’ve certainly left their mark in the music industry. As [...]
Stars, virtual reality and migrants to dominate Venice film fest
A refugee documentary by Chinese artist Ai Weiwei, a horror film starring Jennifer Lawrence and George Clooney’s latest directorial effort are all tipped as must-sees at the Venice film fest. Top Hollywood talent and auteur directors will be vying for the Golden Lion at the world’s oldest film festival which, after a period in the [...]
Fleetwood Mac world tour not a farewell
Fleetwood Mac’s world tour next year will not be a farewell for the band. Mick Fleetwood has debunked rumours saying the 18 month long tour is a continuation of the band’s commitment to music. He met up with Stevie Nicks in Italy to work on some forgotten songs which they will revamp for the tour. [...]