19th-century laws restrict fundamental rights By Sarah Hannan Clinging on to 19th-Century laws and not amending or repealing sections to match present-day civic rights has inconvenienced the minorities of Sri Lanka over the years; and in recent times, that the…
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Biofeedback therapy: over 9,000 tests with just one scan
By Sarah Hannan Biofeedback therapy is a non-invasive procedure highly preferred over several other neurological monitoring procedures. It works like a mirror by allowing us to view our own reactions and get to know ourselves better, making it a greatly…
In the name of culture at the Kandy Perahera
By Medha de Alwis The Kandy Esala Perahera 2019 started on 5 August and is to continue till 15 August. The world-famous Kandy Esala Perahera has a rich history spanning over centuries. Initially started as a procession to pay homage…
Prepare to be entertained
By Dimithri Wijesinghe Improv Island, a Colombo-based improv troupe, hosted their fourth show since its inception, at Hatch Works, Colombo Fort on Sunday, 4 August at 5 p.m. The event featured a number of short-form improv challenges which doubled as…
Coming together as one and celebrating Colombo
By Pavani Jayasinghe Munagamage Celebrate Colombo presented by So Sri Lanka launched on 3 August and is completely taking over the city of Colombo and its most lavish hotels for Asia’s first-ever fashion week dedicated to swimwear and resort wear.…
A reader’s paradise with a hint of coffee
Photos: Krishan Kariyawasam Pages and Coffee is a cosy new spot that has come up on the famous Stratford Avenue in Kirulapone, and three months in, the place appears to be appearing on many café goers’ top picks – to…
Postpartum depression is as real as your coffee addiction
Dr. Dineshani Hettiarachchi Sirisena “Rocking chair moves, dark room, Blank stare, melancholy doom, Holding babe, lanky arms, Tear falling, first do no harm” Rock forth, rock back, Losing grip, feeling slack, Beautiful girl, pudgy cheeks, Trying to hold close, feeling…
Consuming garbage a cause of elephant deaths?
By Jithendri Gomes There have been quite a few incidents recorded in Sri Lanka where elephant deaths were attributed to their consumption of garbage. The case that caught the media’s attention the most was when an elephant which had been…
Kimonos and warm styles
By Pujanee Galappaththi This week, we spoke to a young designer, Clothing by Leena Founder Leena Tatyana Emily De Fontaine, on her journey in the Sri Lankan fashion industry, her products, and her inspirations. Clothing by Leena is an online…
The Voice by Ishan De Lanerolle presents Eksath De Alwis
The Voice by Ishan De Lanerolle is delighted to present Eksath De Alwis live in concert on 10 September at the Lionel Wendt Theatre from 7 p.m. onwards. Eksath has been a part of the community for a period of…
