By Dimithri Wijesinghe The Central Perk is not a replica of the actual “Central Perk” from the TV Show “Friends”; apart from the classic orange couch, some posters on the wall, and dishes named using some iconic lines, there’s…
Printed Brunch
Spider-Man: Far From Home – you don’t wanna miss it
By Dimithri Wijesinghe Photos Krishan Kariyawasam Spider-Man: Far From Home premiered in Sri Lanka on 2 July 2019 at Colombo City Centre Scope Cinemas and Liberty Cinema for a select few audience members, with successive screenings on the 3rd and…
In harmony for solidarity – Voices for Peace
By Dimithri Wijesinghe Photos Saman Abesiriwardana Voices for Peace, a musical night of solidarity, was held at Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo on 9 July from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event is the culmination of the efforts of a…
The elderly exist, don’t let them be forgotten
By Dimithri Wijesinghe and Chenelle Fernando This year’s World Population Day fell on Thursday, 11 July, and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) together with HelpAge Sri Lanka and the Ministry of Primary Industries and Social Empowerment brought together international…
Liven up your Sundays at KAVA
KAVA is the most recent addition to Colombo’s nightlife – a cocktail bar and now also a Sunday night BBQ, the place is oozing endless potential. The passionate brainchild of the MSD Group (Sugar Beach, Sugar Bistro, etc.), the restaurant…
A car-free Colombo today
By Chenelle Fernando The Embassy of the Netherlands in Sri Lanka partnered the Colombo Municipal Council to introduce CarFreeCMB which is taking place today (14) from 6 a.m. to noon. The global movement Car-Free Days (CFD) acts as a crucial…
Genetics – how it affects you and me
By Dimithri Wijesinghe Genetics tests are medical tests that detect changes primarily in genes. These tests can confirm or rule out a suspected genetic condition or help determine a person’s chances of developing a disorder or illness. It not only…
More than ‘just a play’
By Chenelle Fernando Those who take a liking to the arts are aware that it could be utilised to reflect contemporary issues faced by the oppressed and even the public at large. The British Council in collaboration with the…
Kalpitiya – the new champions of seafood
Photos Lalith Perera As of recent times, that is prior to the Easter Sunday terror attacks, there was an astronomical rise in the popularity around now famous tourist destinations like Ella and Mirissa, becoming famous for its sights, sounds, culture,…
The story behind Cherie Lueur
By Pujanee Galappaththi Phrases like “born with a silver spoon” and “served on a silver platter” make it quite apparent that humans value silver and hold it precious. Sterling silver is an alloy made from pure silver and other trace…
