Digging up a Royal ethos and tradition
“Beneath the sway of Marsh and Boake Thenceforth did Lanka’s learning thrive.” So sing the boys of Royal College. Yet how many can- at will- reach back over the long decades and conjure a cameo- at least- of those men who laid the foundation of a school that has a tradition as solid as any [...]
For anyone interested in this country, politics and human nature
This book by Lord Naseby, who lived in Sri Lanka from 1963 to 1964 when he was Michael Morris and an eager South Asian Marketing Manager for Reckitt & Colman, has a cover with an eye-catching red spine proclaiming “Sri Lanka” in large type. It is clearly designed to attract bookshop browsers and to ensure [...]
Letters to the Editor
Let us go back to pre-2016 practice and get our pensions through respective embassies I am a Sri Lankan pensioner who lives overseas with my children. Before 2016, even at the height of the war, I always received my monthly pension through the closest Sri Lankan embassy. Every three months I had to send a [...]
Appreciations
He was a role model, teacher and friend Roland Silva Deshamanya Dr. Roland Silva was a unique personality. I am yet to meet someone who can be compared as a close second to him. My association with Roland goes back to 1972, when he was President – Sri Lanka Institute of architects (SLIA) and I [...]
The ultimate tonic that set off the right mood for the weekend
A Cooney play is a delightfully rollicking beast- whether written by the père (Ray) or junior (Michael). The father and son created some of the most farcical modern comedies of errors to be written in English. Their formula may seem familiar- situations growing hilariously out of hand because of mistaken identities and subterfuges- but each [...]
The return of bento boxes, sushi delights and more
After a long hiatus, you can finally get your lunchtime bento boxes and satisfy those sushi cravings at Ikoi Tei once again! The much loved restaurant, located right at the entrance of Dutch Hospital, closed its doors for renovations in April 2019. After almost a year out of commission, they will be open to the [...]
‘One hundred thousand small tales’ exhibition extended on popular demand
‘One hundred thousand small tales’, the inaugural exhibition of the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka, has been extended to June 7 due to popular demand. Initially scheduled to close on March 12, the exhibition curated by Sharmini Pereira, has drawn over 3,000 visitors todate since its opening in December 2019. “The Museum [...]
Bentota Beach Hotel: The story behind an iconic hotel
A little short of two centuries ago, Bentota remained in the consciousness of travellers as a delightful destination. In Simon Casie Chetty’s compilation in the Ceylon Gazette of 1834 he comments on its desirability as a calming and restful place: “A delight full village in the provinces of Walallawetty Korle, in the district of Galle, [...]
Put the record on!
Music streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music give people access to large collections of music, and this is one reason why people moved away from buying and collecting any tangible forms of music, like cassettes, CDs and vinyl records. Interestingly, over the past few years, there has been a resurgence in the buying and [...]
CFW: 13 Emerging Designers to hit the ramp with responsibility on their minds
Come March 19, CFW will see the highest participation of Emerging Designers, a testimony to the development of the next generation. The showcase will be held at the 35th floor of One Galle Face Tower, overlooking the cityscape of Colombo. Under the guidance of CFW, each young designer will also incorporate CFW’s Responsible Meter, where [...]
Celebrating an Australian experience
It was a vibrant gathering of diplomats, artists, corporate heads and friends of Australia as Australian High Commissioner David Holly and Ms Monica Holly hosted an Australian Experience reception at Australia House on February 28.
Get your own personal training space at UFO
UFO Personal Training Studio at Kynsey Road is all about encouraging and promoting health and fitness among those who want their personal space in a gym. Now into its second year and having appointed award winning actress Yashodha Wimaladharma as brand ambassador at its launch in 2018, UFO has built on its customised training formulae [...]
Spring & Summer donates wigs to cancer patients
Spring & Summer in partnership with the Indira Cancer Trust donated 25 wigs to cancer patients from around the island on March 6 in celebration of their 25th anniversary. They also conducted a workshop alongside the Indira Cancer Trust for Cancer patients on wearing, maintenance & care for their new hair. Co-Founder, Spring & Summer [...]
Selyn’s toys at Nuremburg Toy Fair
“Our Earth” Selyn’s 2020 collection of ethically made toys was launched at the Nuremburg Toy Fair and the Ambiente Gift Fair in Frankfurt last month. The Selyn 2020 collection of playsets, books, and soft toys help a child take a journey of learning while addressing some of the main challenges faced by the world today, [...]
Spa Ceylon launches the Share Wellness App
Spa Ceylon announced the launch of its innovative new mobile application which will now enable consumers to share wellness treatments and promote wellbeing at Spa Ceylon outlets across the country. The Share Wellness App -the brand’s newest venture in making its services more accessible- is available for download both on the Apple App Store and [...]
The best of Pakistan culture, food, music and fashion in Colombo
Huma Nassr, the force behind Shaan-e-Pakistan (SEP) is all set to take Colombo by storm on March 21, 22, and 23 for the fifth edition of Shaan-e- Pakistan! “Personally, I’m always excited to take Pakistan to wherever in the world I can, but if you ask me, for this edition, my personal confidence has tripled. [...]