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English-only networking party at RATT Weligama
On 11 February at RATT, a networking&chill party will be held in the format of an English-speaking club, featuring music, cocktails, and a showcase from local designers.
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Expats
Expat life: communities, services and the experience of moving to the island.
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We Team video about relocating to Sri Lanka
Denis and Sveta from We Team share their relocation experience to Sri Lanka in a new episode, ironically calling it "possibly the worst place on Earth".
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Live stream with ReFlashers: life-improvement techniques
Announcement of a live stream with Igor Kovalenko and Konstantin Balashov, who will share their techniques and invite listeners to a free session on 15 January.
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Grand 'ReFlashers' Konstantin and Igor have arrived on the Island
Coaches Konstantin Balashov and Igor Kovalenko have arrived in Sri Lanka with the 'ReFlash' programme and announce a live stream and a free practice on 15 January.
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Seeking poets and readers for the Galle Fort festival
The annual literary festival runs 25–28 January in Galle Fort; Russian-speaking poets and readers are invited to join and broaden the language palette.
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Business community 'Garage' invites to a meeting
'Garage' is a community of entrepreneurs who meet Thursday mornings; it has already produced the island map, Vkus Ostrova delivery service, and digital quests.
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Islander questionnaire: Konstantin Balashov, coach from Moscow
Transformational coach Konstantin Balashov (34, Moscow) is spending 18 days on the Island and appreciates its special vibe and the speed at which thoughts materialise.
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Islander questionnaire: Yulia from Tomsk, six seasons
Yulia from Tomsk (age 40) is spending her sixth season since 2018 in Ahangama and loves Buddhist temples, mountains, and gentle ocean waves.
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Anthem of the Island: Anton Petrochenkov's concert
On 29 December at Shanti Shanti bar, Anton Petrochenkov and Artyom Kardash will perform the Island Anthem for the first time at a New Year Russian Song Party — free entry.
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Islander questionnaire: Veronika Gertsena from Moscow
Psychologist and designer Veronika Gertsena (Moscow, 45) shares 76 days of life in Galle, her love of birds, and frustration with inflated prices.
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Portrait: Nastya, a massage therapist from Karachay-Cherkessia
Nastya, 25, from the Karachay-Cherkess Republic, has lived in Unawatuna for 8 months, gets around by bicycle, and loves the island's nature and fruits.
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MAD Set channel: People of the Island series
A brief announcement of the continuation of the People of the Island interview series from the MAD Set channel.
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Portrait: Anya Korzhova from Samara lives in Devata
Anya Korzhova, 36, from Samara, has been living in Devata for years and loves the island's nature, ocean, and sunsets.
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Interview with the legendary Masha Konoplya
The MAD Set channel publishes an interview with renowned island resident Masha Konoplya in its People of the Island series.
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Portrait: Arun from Rostov, Kundalini yoga master
Arun, a 50-year-old orientalist and Kundalini yoga master from Rostov-on-Don, lives in Trincomalee and names Jaffna as his favorite island spot.
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Portrait: Belarusian journalist Sergei on the island
Sergei, a 35-year-old journalist from Slonim, has lived in Weligama for 15 months and values solitude, nature, and friendly locals.
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Poll on publishing the recording of Lazarev's masterclass
The editors ask whether to publish the full recording of Roman Lazarev's masterclass on impostor syndrome.
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Opening of boutique KELLLA in Galle Fort — as it happened
The editors report on the opening of boutique KELLLA in Galle Fort and urge readers to attend the event.
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Invitation to the opening of boutique KELLLA in Galle Fort
Announcement of the opening of boutique KELLLA in Galle Fort on December 3 at 14:00.
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Live broadcast with 'First Faces' founder Ekaterina Lashko
Announcement of a live broadcast on the Ostrov channel with Ekaterina Lashko — a conversation about the business community, money games and island life.
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Masterclass on impostor syndrome by Roman Lazarev
A joint event by the 'First Faces', 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' and 'Garage' communities: a masterclass by psychologist-economist Roman Lazarev on impostor syndrome, December 3 in Galle.
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Profile of osteopath and artist Victoria from Hikkaduwa
Victoria from Novosibirsk — osteopath, artist and mother — has lived in Hikkaduwa for 30 days and loves the island's cheerful people and Buddhism.
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Profile of DJ Alina HellFox from Habaraduwa
Alina HellFox, a DJ and music director from Tomsk, has lived in Habaraduwa for 80 days, loves the island's forests and works with the soundunity team.
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Profile of Habaraduwa resident Lena Krasnenko
Lena Krasnenko from Sterlitamak has lived in Habaraduwa for five years, loves the ocean and the feeling of being home, and gets around by tuk-tuk and bus.
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Notice board: share your contacts and projects
The channel updates its networking post and invites community members to share in the comments what they do and what questions they can help answer.
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Broadcast with WeTeam YouTube creator about Sri Lanka
Recording of a broadcast with Denis, creator of the popular WeTeam YouTube channel about Sri Lanka, covering a secret bioluminescent lagoon, channel earnings, and his career.
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First AzurAir charter flight Russia — Sri Lanka
On 1 November, the first AzurAir charter flight with 332 passengers landed at Bandaranaike Airport, launching direct air service between Russia and Sri Lanka.
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Recap of the live broadcast with Amira: architecture, food, community
Detailed broadcast recap with timestamps covering island life, migration waves, Russian expat community issues, and the guest's projects.
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Barefoot Gallery and Barbara Sansoni: the island's first private gallery
The 'Art of the Island' column covers the history of Sri Lanka's first private gallery, founded in the 1990s with expat involvement, and its creator Barbara Sansoni.
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Weekend parties: Unawatuna, Ahangama, Madiha
Weekend party announcements: club nights in Ahangama and Unawatuna, Sunday quiz, pool party, and beach BBQ.
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Red Wings and AZUR air launch flights from Yekaterinburg
From November 4, Red Wings and AZUR air will launch direct flights to Sri Lanka from Yekaterinburg, per Sri Lanka's ambassador to Russia.
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Broadcast with Amira: community, kids, and events in Sri Lanka
Announcement of a live broadcast with Amira about the business community, children's life, and event organisation on the island, including Fashion Night.
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Weekly events preview: quiz, openings, networking
Upcoming events roundup: quiz party, openings of Lolami Cafe and a new restaurant, children's programme, and a financial networking breakfast.
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Weekend parties: clubs in Unawatuna and Weligama
Weekend events roundup: club nights, a $300 prize quiz, a children's party, and a lakeside event.
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Weekly events preview: quiz, dinner, networking
Overview of upcoming events for the Russian-speaking community: gourmet dinner, quiz party, breakfast networking, and a lecture on Sri Lankan art.
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Ostrov Editorial Team Still Impressed by TON Dinner Galle
A week later, the channel thanks the organizers of TON Dinner Galle for bringing social events back to the South and praises the event guests.
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TON Dinner Galle Recap: 50+ Guests and an Unforgettable Evening
Report on TON Dinner Galle: over 50 of the 64 registered guests made it to the event dedicated to the technological revolution happening in Telegram.
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Surf Therapy Center for Children with Autism in Devata
St. Petersburg's Bumaga publication wrote about Lera Lozovskaya and her surf therapy center for children with autism, which the editorial team observes daily in Devata.
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TON Dinner Galle Details: Menu, Venue, and Theme
The editorial team reveals details of the Sunday TON Dinner Galle: cuisine from Grecha restaurant, hookahs, a DJ, and discussions on the implications of Telegram-TON integration.
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Ostrov Channel Became the Info Partner of Basketball Club Garage
The channel announces a partnership with basketball club Garage and reports on the first open practice in Ahangama and an upcoming match against Ceylon Cash.
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TON Breakfast in Colombo Was a Success: Invitation to Galle Dinner
The Ostrov channel reported on the first TON event in Colombo and invites all interested parties to TON Dinner Galle on September 17.
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Expat Profile: Katya, 32 Years Old, Galle, 323 Days on the Island
Profile of Katya from Minsk, living in Galle for 323 days: favourite spots, island pet peeves, and her superpower of doing everything fast by being very lazy.
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Live with Oleg Uvarov: The Story of How Surf's Up Was Created
Timestamped transcript of a live session with Surf's Up founder Oleg Uvarov about life in Weligama since 2015, investors, the surf school philosophy, and his partnership with Fokin.
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TON Breakfast and Dinner for the Crypto Community on the Island
Ceylon Cash and TON Society Sri Lanka are organizing two events for crypto enthusiasts in Colombo and Galle, dedicated to the TON ecosystem and its integration with Telegram.
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Oleg Uvarov live tonight: the story of Surf's Up
Announcement of the evening broadcast with Oleg Uvarov: he will share the story of founding Surf's Up, his values, and Sergei Fokin's influence on his life.
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Thursday events: broadcast with Oleg and women's networking
Thursday events announcement: live broadcast with Oleg Uvarov at 19:30, women's posture networking at Angel Beach, chess tournament in Dewata, and a Tarantino film in Weligama.
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People of the Island: Lyumi, braider and stylist from St. Petersburg
Resident profile: Lyumi, 28, 800 days in Mirissa, a braider, stylist, and designer developing her hair braiding and dreadlock business.
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Broadcast with Oleg Uvarov, founder of Surf's Up
Announcement of a live broadcast with Oleg Uvarov, founder of Surf's Up and partner of KAIYO and UFO, one of the most well-known Russian-speaking entrepreneurs on the island.
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People of the Island: Kristina, jumping coach from Sochi
Resident profile: Kristina, 35, from Sochi, 210 days in Galle, a jumping fitness coach who runs classes three times a week.
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Women's broadcast: Lusya, Masha, and Ira on business in Sri Lanka
Recording of a women-only broadcast with entrepreneurs Lusya, Masha, and Ira about starting a business in Sri Lanka, legalization, failures, and ambitions.
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Thursday events: octopus gourmet dinner and women's networking
Weekly events announcement: gourmet octopus dinner at Kayio, Texas Hold'em poker at Surf's Up, women's Human Design networking at Fort Bazaar, and live music at Locale.
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Podcast recording: psychologist on immigrant syndrome
Recording of the live broadcast with psychologist Roman Lazarev on the psychological challenges of immigration: response types, psychosomatics, aggression, and coping strategies.
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People of the Island: Sasha Brown, 8 years in Mirissa
Resident profile: Sasha Brown from Samara, 33, has lived in Mirissa for 8 years — philosophy teacher, photographer, guide, and director of a tourism agency.
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Community events announcement: networking, cinema, quest
Event lineup for the Russian-speaking community: women's networking in Galle, Dunkirk screening in Weligama, children's treasure hunt at Shanti Shanti in Thalpe, and an Agile masterclass.
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Broadcast: psychologist on immigrant syndrome and community
Announcement of a live broadcast with psychologist Roman Lazarev on immigrant syndrome and the psychology of building expat community.
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Business networking communities mushrooming on the Island
A podcast episode about expat business communities in Sri Lanka: guest Anton Sakhno explains how networking works on the island and why it matters.
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People of the island: Jane — 4 years in Sri Lanka, photographer
Expat questionnaire: Jane, 31, from Moscow, living in Ahangama for 4 years, photographer, values freedom and expense balance.
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People of the island: Larisa — a year in Sri Lanka, a world citizen
Expat questionnaire: Larisa, a family traveler for over 12 years, has lived in Sri Lanka for a year, visited more than 13 countries.
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People of the island: Tanya from Moscow, 7 months in Sri Lanka
Expat questionnaire: Tanya, 35, from Moscow, living in Hikkaduwa for 7 months — loves the ocean, frustrated by poor service and lack of familiar goods.
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Island People: Lucy from Kyiv Living in Galle
Profile of islander Lucy: 32 years old, from Kyiv, living in Galle for a year and a half, loves Ella, sushi, and croissants with mango jam.
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