A gift of love for Mother Earth too
Reducing the carbon footprint you leave on the world has become an important and vital issue that each one of us needs to be conscious of. In our bid to minimise the wastage, here are some ideas on how to be sustainable with your Christmas gifts. Keep it simple! Minimalism is in right now. The [...]
Stepping out with a thought for the children
“Be you. It is all about being who you are. It’s about helping children embrace their own freedom with no fear of the world. I really want to help innocent children who don’t have anyone, who don’t have education, who don’t have parents, who are suffering with health issues. For those children I want to [...]
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Finding martial arts and discovering inner peace
Mahesh Pathirana’s love for martial arts is what led him to leave the corporate sector and eventually discover the arts of Qi Gong and Tai Chi, he tells us. Raised in Deniyaya, Master Mahesh practised martial arts as a 15-year old and was a gold medalist for ‘wushu’ at that age. However, his love for [...]
Male mental health- the hidden crisis
Last month was International Men’s day and though it was ‘just another day’, it carries a very significant message. This year’s theme was ‘making a difference for men and boys’ where improvements in male health and well-being was the key focus along with the need to value men and boys. This is of great importance [...]
‘Tis the season for home bakers
What is Christmas without Christmas cake and other goodies. This week we take a peek into the lives of a few home bakers, who tell us what the season is like for them in their households The Baking Law Student Although no longer a student, Rashmi Dias has been promoting her baking talents through her [...]
A ‘Twist’ in the tale
Students from the Overseas College of Colombo recently staged their own rendition of Lionel Bart’s musical ‘Oliver!’ adapted from Charles Dickens’ well-loved novel ‘Oliver Twist’ and it was no ordinary school play as OSC explored the idea of interactive theatre. An interactive performance that had Fagin’s crew ‘stealing’ purses from the ladies in the audience, [...]
A Café for the four-legged kind
We often add extra family members as we grow up. Mostly lifelong friends, or pets. Nowadays pets can be with you and live life alongside you as a welcome addition to your family. But here is Sri Lanka, it’s hard to integrate them into every aspect of your life, particularly when you’re going out. This [...]
Music News
Tone & I’s ‘Dance Monkey’ becomes longest running chart song for a female artist Tone & I’s ‘Dance Monkey’ became the longest running chart topping song for a female artist on the UK singles chart as it clocked 11 consecutive weeks at No: 1. After 12 years Tone & I’s hit has surpassed the mark [...]
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Clarence legendary continues with Neelesh
Twenty three years after the pop star’s untimely demise, Clarence Wijewardane’s music still resonates with his fans and his legacy is reflected not only all over the country but also internationally. He was truly one of God’s gifts to Sri Lanka. There is a reason why so many people say that he is the most talented [...]
Internationally awarded ‘Vishama Bhaga’ in cinemas
Internationally awarded and nominated Lalith Ratnayake’s maiden film ‘Vishama Bhaga’ (The Other Half) is now being screened on EAP circuit cinemas around the country. Presented by Shraddha films, ‘Vihama Bhaga’ won three awards at Druk International Film Festival (DIFF) in Bhutan held in August. The film won the Best Supporting Actor award for Jackson Anthony [...]
Somalatha Subasinghe Play House teaches Creative Activities for Children
Lanka Children’s and Youth Theatre Foundation (LCYTF) or popularly known as Somalatha Subasinghe Play House commences its next session of “Creative Activities for Children” programme on January 4. The programme is open to children from ages four to fourteen. The prime objective of the programme is to develop the child’s mental stability and physical senses, [...]
STV goes to a new home
STV, an online TV channel started a year ago and has gained a considerable popularity among the Sri Lankan and foreign viewers has been shifted to a new spacious location at Battaramulla in Pelawatte. Following its programme gaining popularity specially through Youtube and with the aim of expanding its productions, STV was shifted to a [...]
Psychological horror movie back
Award winning teledrama director and actor Hemantha Prasad’s maiden film ‘Ulaleni’ is now being screened in theatres for a limited engagement. The psychological horror movie stars Sanjeewa Upendra, Gayani Gishanthika and Chamira Liyanage in the main cast. Ulaleni is produced by Arosha Fernando.
Bank Hero in Town
Stage play ‘Banku Weeraya’ (Bank Hero) directed by veteran playwright Kapila Kumara Kalinga will go on the boards at 3.30 pm and 6.45 pm on December 22 at Namel Malani punchi theatre in Borella. An experienced stars including Dharmapriya Dias, Kelum Gamlath, Janaka Kumbukage and Ajith Lokuge will play the main characters. Music composed by [...]
Debut Children’s Christmas Choir Festival Celebrates the Magic of Christmas with Russian Choir
For the first time in Sri Lanka, over 400 children participated in the Children’s Christmas Choir Festival curated by Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, where internationally award-winning Russian all female choir Alye Parusa, directed by Elena Volodina, performed on December 13th and 14th 2019. The Festival was supported by internationally-renowned music director Soundarie David Rodrigo. Audiences witnessed [...]
Festive Season Mövenpick Colombo
An upscale, modern hospitality company that is passionate about ‘making moments’, firm with Swiss roots and a restaurant and hospitality heritage that dates back to the 1940s, Mövenpick Hotel Colombo is now gearing up to celebrate yet another Christmas by introducing a whole new level of festive dining offerings during the month of December. It [...]